Nimmo Ismail
Latest News on Nimmo Ismail:
Tife Kusoro Receives The 54th George Devine Award (Nov 22, 2023)
George Devine Award 2023 Shortlist Revealed (Oct 23, 2023)
Review: WORD-PLAY, Royal Court (Jul 29, 2023)
Tife Kusoro Receives The 54th George Devine Award (Nov 22, 2023)
George Devine Award 2023 Shortlist Revealed (Oct 23, 2023)
Review: WORD-PLAY, Royal Court (Jul 29, 2023)
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Tife Kusoro Receives The 54th George Devine Award
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2023
Tife Kusoro has been announced as the recipient of the 54th George Devine Award for her debut full length play G. Kusoro has been awarded the £15,000 prize to pen her next piece of theatre. Formed in 1966 in memory of the Royal Court's founding Artistic Director George Devine, the Award is recognised as one of the most prestigious in new writing.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2023
Tife Kusoro has been announced as the recipient of the 54th George Devine Award for her debut full length play G. Kusoro has been awarded the £15,000 prize to pen her next piece of theatre. Formed in 1966 in memory of the Royal Court's founding Artistic Director George Devine, the Award is recognised as one of the most prestigious in new writing.
George Devine Award 2023 Shortlist Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2023
The George Devine Award has announced its 2023 Shortlist of nine playwrights. Formed in 1966 in memory of the Royal Court's founding Artistic Director George Devine, the Award is recognised as one of the most prestigious in new writing and seeks to shine a light on a playwright of promise.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2023
The George Devine Award has announced its 2023 Shortlist of nine playwrights. Formed in 1966 in memory of the Royal Court's founding Artistic Director George Devine, the Award is recognised as one of the most prestigious in new writing and seeks to shine a light on a playwright of promise.
Review: WORD-PLAY, Royal Court
by Franco Milazzo - Jul 29, 2023
In an opening sketch which could reasonably have been titled “The Thin Of It”, we meet a team of Downing Street press officers in crisis mode: the Prime Minister has once again gone off-script and ad-libbed something offensive to an unnamed section of society.
by Franco Milazzo - Jul 29, 2023
In an opening sketch which could reasonably have been titled “The Thin Of It”, we meet a team of Downing Street press officers in crisis mode: the Prime Minister has once again gone off-script and ad-libbed something offensive to an unnamed section of society.
The Royal Court Theatre Reveals Cast For WORD-PLAY
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2023
The Royal Court Theatre has announced that Issam Al Ghussain, Kosar Ali, Simon Manyonda, Sirine Saba and Yusra Warsama have been cast in Rabiah Hussain's new play Word-Play, directed by Nimmo Ismail.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2023
The Royal Court Theatre has announced that Issam Al Ghussain, Kosar Ali, Simon Manyonda, Sirine Saba and Yusra Warsama have been cast in Rabiah Hussain's new play Word-Play, directed by Nimmo Ismail.
Review: TWO BILLION BEATS, Orange Tree Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 27, 2023
Sonali Bhattacharyya's Two Billion Beats beautifully captures the intricacies of a siblings' relationship as the pair navigate exam pressure, racism and social injustice. When Bettina asks for her sister's help, Asha's desire for the truth to be heard has consequences for both of them.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 27, 2023
Sonali Bhattacharyya's Two Billion Beats beautifully captures the intricacies of a siblings' relationship as the pair navigate exam pressure, racism and social injustice. When Bettina asks for her sister's help, Asha's desire for the truth to be heard has consequences for both of them.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For PHAEDRA at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2023
Rehearsal images for Phaedra are released today, as writer-director Simon Stone (Yerma, Young Vic) makes his National Theatre debut reimagining Seneca’s famous tragedy in this striking new play.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2023
Rehearsal images for Phaedra are released today, as writer-director Simon Stone (Yerma, Young Vic) makes his National Theatre debut reimagining Seneca’s famous tragedy in this striking new play.
Orange Tree Theatre Announces Full Cast For The Return Of Sonali Bhattacharyya's TWO BILLION BEATS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2022
The Orange Tree Theatre has announced the full cast for the return of Sonali Bhattacharya's Two Billion Beats. Nimmo Ismail and Tian Brown- Sampson will direct Shala Nyx (Asha) and Tanvi Virmani (Bettina) in the return of this exhilarating production following its acclaimed world premiere at the Orange Tree Theatre in 2022.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2022
The Orange Tree Theatre has announced the full cast for the return of Sonali Bhattacharya's Two Billion Beats. Nimmo Ismail and Tian Brown- Sampson will direct Shala Nyx (Asha) and Tanvi Virmani (Bettina) in the return of this exhilarating production following its acclaimed world premiere at the Orange Tree Theatre in 2022.
The Orange Tree Theatre Announces Final Shows Of 2022/23 Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2022
The Orange Tree Theatre has announced the final three plays of its 2022/23 season, as outgoing Artistic Director Paul Miller hands over to new Artistic Director Tom Littler.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2022
The Orange Tree Theatre has announced the final three plays of its 2022/23 season, as outgoing Artistic Director Paul Miller hands over to new Artistic Director Tom Littler.
Cast Announced For WORD-PLAY By Rabiah Hussain at the Royal Court Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2022
Kosar Ali, Mariam Haque, Maimuna Memon, Laurence Ubong Williams and Ragevan Vasan have been cast in Word-Play, written by Rabiah Hussain and directed by Nimmo Ismail.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2022
Kosar Ali, Mariam Haque, Maimuna Memon, Laurence Ubong Williams and Ragevan Vasan have been cast in Word-Play, written by Rabiah Hussain and directed by Nimmo Ismail.
The Orange Tree Theatre Announces Paul Miller's Outgoing Season as Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2022
As the Orange Tree Theatre continues to celebrate its 50th Anniversary year, Artistic Director Paul Miller and Executive Director Hanna Streeter today announce a new season of plays until March 2023, marking Miller's outgoing season as Artistic Director.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2022
As the Orange Tree Theatre continues to celebrate its 50th Anniversary year, Artistic Director Paul Miller and Executive Director Hanna Streeter today announce a new season of plays until March 2023, marking Miller's outgoing season as Artistic Director.
Photos: All New Photos From OKLAHOMA! at the Young Vic
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2022
A second selection of all new production images have been released for the UK premiere of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! Daniel Fish’s striking revival of the classic musical which originally premiered at the Richard B. Fisher Center in 2015 ahead of its New York premiere at St. Ann’s Warehouse in 2018.
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2022
A second selection of all new production images have been released for the UK premiere of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! Daniel Fish’s striking revival of the classic musical which originally premiered at the Richard B. Fisher Center in 2015 ahead of its New York premiere at St. Ann’s Warehouse in 2018.
Photos: Get a First Look at OKLAHOMA! at the West End's Young Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2022
Initial production images are today released for the UK premiere of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! Daniel Fish’s striking revival of the classic musical which originally premiered at the Richard B. Fisher Center in 2015 ahead of its New York premiere at St. Ann’s Warehouse in 2018.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2022
Initial production images are today released for the UK premiere of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! Daniel Fish’s striking revival of the classic musical which originally premiered at the Richard B. Fisher Center in 2015 ahead of its New York premiere at St. Ann’s Warehouse in 2018.
Theatre Royal Stratford East Announces Sky Arts Associates For 2022
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2022
Theatre Royal Stratford East today announces Nimmo Ismail and Eva Sampson as their new Sky Arts Artistic Associates. Both take up the role on 1 April 2022.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2022
Theatre Royal Stratford East today announces Nimmo Ismail and Eva Sampson as their new Sky Arts Artistic Associates. Both take up the role on 1 April 2022.
Complete Cast Announced for OKLAHOMA! at the Young Vic
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2022
The Young Vic set the complete cast for the UK premiere of Oklahoma! Daniel Fish’s striking revival of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic musical which originally premiered at the Richard B. Fisher Center in 2015 ahead of its New York premiere at St. Ann’s Warehouse in 2018. Find out who's in the cast and how to get tickets.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2022
The Young Vic set the complete cast for the UK premiere of Oklahoma! Daniel Fish’s striking revival of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic musical which originally premiered at the Richard B. Fisher Center in 2015 ahead of its New York premiere at St. Ann’s Warehouse in 2018. Find out who's in the cast and how to get tickets.
BWW Review: TWO BILLION BEATS, Orange Tree Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 10, 2022
First seen in a 20-minute version in April 2021, as part of the Orange Tree's foray into theatrical streaming Outside, Two Billion Beats is Sonali Bhattacharyya's engaging and vibrant play that explores the relationship between two South Asian teenage sisters as they confront injustice, racism and the realities of growing up.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 10, 2022
First seen in a 20-minute version in April 2021, as part of the Orange Tree's foray into theatrical streaming Outside, Two Billion Beats is Sonali Bhattacharyya's engaging and vibrant play that explores the relationship between two South Asian teenage sisters as they confront injustice, racism and the realities of growing up.
Photos: First Look at TWO BILLION BEATS at the Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2022
All new production photos have been released for Two Billion Beats at the Orange Tree Theatre. The production opens on 9 February, with previews from 5 February, and runs until 5 March, with a livestreamed performance via OT on Screen on 24 February, also available on demand 8-11 March.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2022
All new production photos have been released for Two Billion Beats at the Orange Tree Theatre. The production opens on 9 February, with previews from 5 February, and runs until 5 March, with a livestreamed performance via OT on Screen on 24 February, also available on demand 8-11 March.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal for Sonali Bhattacharyya's TWO BILLION BEATS
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2022
Nimmo Ismail’s production opens on 9 February, with previews from 5 February, and runs until 5 March, with a livestreamed performance via OT on Screen on 24 February, also available on demand 8-11 March.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2022
Nimmo Ismail’s production opens on 9 February, with previews from 5 February, and runs until 5 March, with a livestreamed performance via OT on Screen on 24 February, also available on demand 8-11 March.
Guest Blog: Designer Debbie Duru On TWO BILLION BEATS
by Guest Author - Jan 25, 2022
Two Billion Beats is a coming-of-age story about two sisters, Asha and Bettina, who come together every day after school and discuss, celebrate, argue and lament about their lives.
by Guest Author - Jan 25, 2022
Two Billion Beats is a coming-of-age story about two sisters, Asha and Bettina, who come together every day after school and discuss, celebrate, argue and lament about their lives.
The Stage 25 Announced; Leading Theatre Figures Celebrate 25 Rising Stars
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2022
To celebrate 25 years of The Stage 100, The Stage has today announced a new list celebrating 25 individuals or partnerships tipped to become the future stars of the UK theatre industry.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2022
To celebrate 25 years of The Stage 100, The Stage has today announced a new list celebrating 25 individuals or partnerships tipped to become the future stars of the UK theatre industry.
Orange Tree Theatre Announces Full Cast For The World Première Sonali Bhattacharyya's TWO BILLION BEATS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2022
The Orange Tree Theatre today announces the full cast for the world première of Sonali Bhattacharyya's Two Billion Beats - Anoushka Chadha (Bettina) and Safiyya Ingar (Asha).
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2022
The Orange Tree Theatre today announces the full cast for the world première of Sonali Bhattacharyya's Two Billion Beats - Anoushka Chadha (Bettina) and Safiyya Ingar (Asha).
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