Julie Hesmondhalgh

Further Guest Artists Join AN OAK TREE, Now Extended at The Young Vic
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

The Young Vic Theatre has announced an extension to Tim Crouch's An Oak Tree, now playing from 6 - 24 May 2025. Tickets are on sale now. Learn more about the show here!

Review: PUNCH, Young Vic
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Mar 7, 2025

Based on the memoir of Jacob Dunne, Punch is the sobering true story of the tragic and rippling consequences of a single punch thrown on a night out. 

Self Esteem's A COMPLICATED WOMAN LIVE Comes to the West End in April
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025

Self Esteem AKA Rebecca Lucy Taylor has announced a West End run for her show, A Complicated Woman Live, a unique and theatrical presentation of her forthcoming new album.

National Youth Theatre Will Host Biggest Ever Round of Free Nationwide Auditions
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2025

National Youth Theatre has announced dates for their biggest ever round of free nationwide auditions across 14 UK cities in 2025, as well as video and school auditions.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards; BURLESQUE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

James Graham's PUNCH Extends Run at Young Vic
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2024

The Young Vic Theatre has announced a two week extension to the London transfer of Punch due to public demand, now set to run in the Young Vic Main House from 1 March to 26 April with press night on 6 March 2025.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 10, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Further Performances Added For WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT at @sohoplace
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024

Further performances announced for WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT by Nassim Soleimanpour. The award-winning international hit continues to captivate audiences with its unique theatrical experience.

Jonathan Pryce, Michael Sheen & More to Star in WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT @sohoplace
by Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2024

The international hit White Rabbit Red Rabbit challenges a fearless performer to take centre stage with no preparation, no director and no idea what will greet them as they open a sealed envelope and take out the script. Learn how to purchase tickets.

James Graham's PUNCH Will Transfer to London
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024

The Young Vic Theatre has announced the London transfer of Punch, the latest five-star sell-out show from Olivier Award-winning playwright James Graham (Best of Enemies, Dear England, This House, Sherwood) and Nottingham Playhouse, which brings Jacob Dunne’s powerful and moving memoir to the stage. 

Oldham's Coliseum Theatre Will Be Refurbished and Reopen Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2024

Oldham's Coliseum theatre will reopen next year following a campaign to save it after its 2023 closure. The venue is set to be refurbished and will reopen by Christmas 2025.

Julie Hesmondhalgh Will Lead World Premiere of PUNCH at Nottingham Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2024

Julie Hesmondhalgh will join the cast of the world premiere of James Graham's new play Punch, directed by Adam Penford and opening at Nottingham Playhouse on 4 May.

SPAMALOT, SWEPT AWAY And More Nominated for 2024 Helen Hayes Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2024

Tonight, at a celebration honoring outstanding theatre on stages across the Washington area, theatre artists, administrators, patrons, and special guests gathered at the ATLAS Performing Arts Center for Theatre Washington's announcement of nominees for the 40th Helen Hayes Awards.

National Youth Theatre Launches UK-Wide Free Auditions
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2024

The prestigious and pioneering National Youth Theatre (NYT) has announced dates for a host of free UK-wide community auditions. Learn more about how to audition here!

Julie Hesmondhalgh and Vicky Featherstone Will Appear in Conversation at The Royal Court Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2023

Award-winning actor Julie Hesmondhalgh – known for her roles in TV shows such as Broadchurch, Happy Valley and Coronation Street, as well as her stage work including God Bless The Child (Royal Court) –and Wit, Mother Courage and Her Children (both Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester) – will be in conversation with Vicky Featherstone, Artistic Director of the Royal Court Theatre, to discuss the realities of life in today's arts industry, and how to navigate it.

THE GREATEST PLAY IN THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD...At Hudson Village Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 30, 2023

The Canadian premiere of The Greatest Play in the History of the World... by Ian Kershaw plays from

Experience EVERY BRILLIANT THING at Theatre by the Lake and Venues Across Cumbria This Autumn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2023

Experience the heartwarming and uplifting play 'Every Brilliant Thing' at Theatre by the Lake and venues across Cumbria this autumn. Don't miss this engaging performance that sparks hope and encourages understanding.

Turn On Fest Opens at Hope Mill Theatre Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Arts
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2023

Now in its 4th year, Turn on Fest – Hope Mill Theatre's annual LGBTQIA+ arts festival - returns with a diverse and exciting line up, which culminates with the headline event featuring Jill Nalder and Nathaniel J Hall.