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BIO

Lounica Maureen Patricia "Nica" Burns OBE (born August 1954) is a London theatre producer and co-owner with her business partner Max Weitzenhoffer of the Nimax Theatres group, comprising six West End theatres: the Palace, Lyric, Apollo, Garrick, Vaudeville and Duchess.

Productions

 
[West End, 2025]
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[West End, 2021]
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[West End, 2012]
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[Broadway, 2008]
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[Broadway, 2007]
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[Broadway, 2002]
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Kiln Theatre Announce World Premiere Musical COVEN And More In 2025 - 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2025

Kiln Theatre has announced its new 2025/26 season, Amit Sharma's second as Artistic Director. The programme features three world premieres and a new version of a much-loved hit.
Colman Domingo Joins Nica Burns as Producer For West End Transfer of RETROGRADE
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025

Olivier and Tony nominated actor, and 2025 BAFTA and Oscar nominee, Colman Domingo will join Nica Burns as producer for the West End transfer of the Kiln Theatre's production of Retrograde by Ryan Calais Cameron.
Jack Lowden and Martin Freeman Will Lead West End Transfer of THE FIFTH STEP
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

David Ireland’s acclaimed new play The Fifth Step will transfer to London’s West End for a strictly limited season beginning in May. Learn more about the production here!
Critics' Choice: Aliya Al-Hassan's Women of the Year 2024
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 19, 2024

Who run the world? Well in 2024, the women certainly showed what they could do.
UNICORN By Mike Bartlett Opens At The Garrick Theatre This February
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2024

Unicorn will debut at the Garrick Theatre in the West End from 4 February for strictly limited run until 26 April 2025
Meow Meow To Star In IT'S COME TO THIS At Soho Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024

International singing sensation and purr-fect post-pandemic, post-post-modern Superstar Meow Meow has announcef a limited run of her show It's Come To This at Soho Theatre in May 2025, following her critically acclaimed global takeover.
RETROGRADE Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2024

The Kiln Theatre's production of Retrograde by Ryan Calais Cameron will transfer to the West End starring Ivanno Jeremiah. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
UNICORN Will Make Premiere at the Garrick Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024

The world premiere of Mike Bartlett’s new play Unicorn, directed by James Macdonald, starring Nicola Walker (Polly), Stephen Mangan (Nick), and Erin Doherty (Kate), will debut at the Garrick Theatre.
KYOTO Will Transfer to the West End in January 2025
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2024

Kyoto will transfer to @sohoplace for a limited 16-week run from Thursday 9 January to Saturday 3 May 2025. Plus, learn more about Twelfth Night and The Red Shoes here!
Nick Mohammed's A CHRISTMAS CAROL (ISH) Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2024

Berk’s Nest and double Emmy award-nominated actor, comedian, and writer Nick Mohammed have announced that the iconic character of Mr. Swallow is preparing to spread Christmas cheer once again as a brand-new version of the ensemble comedy A Christmas Carol (ish) transfers to the West End this Winter.
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.
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for DEATH OF ENGLAND: MICHAEL & DEATH OF ENGLAND: DELROY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2024

Check out rehearsal photos for Death of England: Michael, starring Thomas Coombes and Death of England: Delroy starring Paapa Essiedu. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
SENSORY CINDERS Opens at The Studio, 5th Floor @sohoplace in October
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2024

Experience the innovative SENSORY CINDERS at 5th Floor @sohoplace in the West End. This unique production offers an immersive theatrical experience that engages all the senses.
Imelda Staunton And More Awarded 2024 King's Birthday Honours
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2024

Each year, a number of UK citizens are selected for special distinctions in honour of the birthday of the reigning monarch. This year, a number of familiar faces from the arts world have made the list.
SIX THE MUSICAL Will Hold Open Auditions For 2025/26 West End Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2024

There will be an open audition process for the 2025/26 West End cast of SIX THE MUSICAL in both London and Salford in June. Find out how to audition here!
Paapa Essiedu, Thomas Coombes, Erin Doherty, and Sharon Duncan-Brewster Will Lead DEATH OF ENGLAND @sohoplace
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024

Following their acclaimed world premieres at the National Theatre,  between 2020 – 2023, Clint Dyer and Roy Williams' three state of the nation plays, Death of England: Michael, Death of England: Delroy and Death of England: Closing Time will be performed together in the West End for the very first time as a unique theatrical event for a strictly limited season @sohoplace theatre.
SIX Extends West End Run and Will Host Post-Show Karaoke
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024

SIX has just extended its reign in the West End at the Vaudeville Theatre through to Sunday 4 May 2025. Over 152,000 seats will be going on sale as part of the new booking extension, including tickets for six new access performance dates and two new sing-along performances.
FOR BLACK BOYS... Extends in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024

The Royal Court Theatre and Nimax Theatres have announced an extension to the current limited run of For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy for a further 4 weeks due to public demand and renewed critical acclaim.
Tall Stories Theatre Company Partners With Nimax Theatre For West End Residency
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2024

Tall Stories Theatre Company has announced a new residency with Nimax Theatres. Beginning this summer, audiences young and old can enjoy two Tall Stories shows each year in a West End theatre, with tickets priced from just £10.

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