Mathew Baynton

Interview: 'Love Makes Every Character a Fool': Andrew Richardson on RSC's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Kat Mokrynski - Jan 16, 2025

The RSC’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream has transferred from Stratford-upon-Avon to the Barbican Centre for the winter. Starring Mathew Baynton as Bottom, the Shakespeare comedy tells the tale of four young lovers from Athens who escape into a magical forest where they come face-to-face with the fairy world.

Critics' Choice: Kat Mokrynski's Top Ten Shows of 2024
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 31, 2024

Having seen over 320 shows in cities like London, New York, Edinburgh in 2024, it was certainly difficult to narrow it down to my top ten shows of the year, but I have done my best! This list is a mix of plays, musicals and stand-up comedy shows that I have seen as both a critic, as well as some that I went to as a punter.

Nat Faxon Joins GHOSTS Season 4 as Alexander Hamilton
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2024

Actor and comedian Nat Faxon has been tapped to play founding father Alexander Hamilton in Season 4 of Ghosts, the popular CBS comedy. He will appear as a guest star in a 2025 episode of the upcoming season. 

Video: RSC's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM in Rehearsal in London
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 23, 2024

The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream will run at the Barbican beginning next month. Check out footage from inside the rehearsal room in the video here!

Cast Set For The RSC'S A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2024

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the full cast for A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Learn more about who is starring in the show and find out how to get tickets here!

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.

Video: Watch Trailer for Netflix Series A GOOD GIRL'S GUIDE TO MURDER
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 26, 2024

Netflix has dropped the trailer for A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, the series adaptation of the hugely successful, New York Times bestselling mystery YA novel by Holly Jackson. Watch the trailer!

THE BUDDHA OF SUBURBIA and More Set For RSC's Winter Season at the Barbican
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2024

Alongside one world premiere, three new Shakespeare productions and a major revival going on sale at Stratford, RSC Co-Artistic Directors, Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey, have announced their first Winter season at the Barbican, which sees two critically acclaimed productions transfer from Stratford-upon-Avon.

Everything New On Max This March: What's Coming & Going
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2024

Discover the latest additions coming to Max this March. Stay updated on the newest releases and must-watch shows. Plus, find out what titles are leaving in March. Get ready to stream your favorites!

How to Watch WONKA at Home: When the Timothée Chalamet Movie Musical Begins Streaming on Max
by Michael Major - Feb 23, 2024

Experience the magic of WONKA as it begins streaming exclusively on Max. From Paul King, writer/director of the “Paddington” films, David Heyman, producer of “Harry Potter,” “Gravity,” “Barbie” and “Paddington,” the film stars Timothée Chalamet in the title role. Watch the video trailer now!

Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Royal Shakespeare Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Feb 15, 2024

Eleanor Rhode directs a modern version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, starring Mathew Baynton of Horrible Histories and Ghosts fame as Bottom, the fool who becomes one of several victims of fairy mischief. But, in a delightful twist, the star of the show is Puck, who was played by Premi Tamang due to the indisposition of Rosie Sheehy.

WONKA disponible para alquilar en plataformas
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Jan 22, 2024

Ya está disponible en plataformas como YouTube, Amazon Prime o Apple TV para compra o alquiler la película musical WONKA, que cuenta la historia de cómo Willy Wonka llegó a convertirse en el empresario chocolatero exitoso que pudimos ver en CHARLIE Y LA FÁBRICA DE CHOCOLATE.

Video: Timothée Chalamet Would Like to Bring His WONKA Role to Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2023

Timothée Chalamet revealed that he would potentially be interested in bringing his Wonka role to Broadway!

Full Cast Revealed for RSC's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 6, 2023

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced casting for its forthcoming production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream which runs in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon between Tuesday 30 January and Saturday 30 March 2024.  

Review Roundup: Timothée Chalamet Leads WONKA Movie Musical Prequel; What Do Critics Think?
by Michael Major - Dec 4, 2023

Willy Wonka is back in the new musical prequel starring Timothée Chalamet. From Paul King, writer/director of the “Paddington” films, David Heyman and producers Alexandra Derbyshire and Luke Kelly (“Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical”), comes an intoxicating mix of magic and music. Find out what critics thought and read reviews now!

How to Stay in WONKA's 'Sweet Suites' in New York and Los Angeles
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2023

Digital travel leader Booking.com is celebrating the holiday season and the release of Warner Bros. Pictures’ Wonka by offering two pairs of candy-loving guests the chance to travel to a world of pure imagination by booking Wonka’s Sweet Suites in New York and Los Angeles, available exclusively on Booking.com.

Video: Hear Timothée Chalamet Sing 'Pure Imagination' in New WONKA Preview
by Michael Major - Nov 13, 2023

A new promo for Wonka has been released, featuring a first listen to Timothée Chalamet singing 'Pure Imagination.' While 'Pure Imagination' is from the original Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory film, Neil Hannon, Simon Farnaby and Paul King have written new songs for the film. Hear Chalamet sing the classic song in a new video!

Mathew Baynton to Play Bottom in the RSC's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 29, 2023

Mathew Baynton, co-creator of Ghosts, is set to play Bottom in the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Photos: Check Out New WONKA Posters With Timothee Chalamet, Natasha Rothwell & More
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2023

New character posters for the Wonka movie musical have been released! Check out the photos of Timothee Chalamet as Willy Wonka, Hugh Grant as the Oompa Loompa, Natasha Rothwell as Piper Benz, Calah Lane as Noodle, Rich Fulcher as Larry Chucklesworth, Rakhee Thakrar as Lottie Bell, as Jim Carter as Abacus Crunch.