Cast Set for Welsh Trilogy OLION at Frân Wen
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2024
The cast has been revealed for a new Welsh language theatre trilogy inspired by the legend of Arianrhod. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Gillian Elisa Joins Cast Of New Welsh Musical BRANWEN: DADENI
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2023
Well-known TV and stage actress Gillian Elisa joins the cast of Branwen: Dadeni, a major new Welsh musical. Rehearsals have begun in Cardiff for this eagerly-anticipated production, which is a contemporary reimagining of the legendary tale of Branwen.
Steffan Donnelly's First Season At Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2023
Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru (the Welsh-language national theatre company, also known as Theatr Gen) is thrilled to announce a new season of productions and projects up to spring 2024, including 8 shows, with 3 of them touring nationally. This is the company's first season under the leadership of new Artistic Director Steffan Donnelly, and it's packed with amazing artists celebrating the Welsh language and telling fresh and important stories about contemporary society.
Review: LIFE OF PI, Wyndham's Theatre
by Charlie Wilks - Oct 12, 2022
A cargo ship sinks in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, causing misery and pain to all involved. Amongst the survivors is a sixteen-year-old boy named Pi; accompanying him is a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan, and a Royal Bengal tiger – all of whom are attempting to co-inhabit a small lifeboat. It sounds extraordinarily unbelievable, but surely even in the most surreal there is truth to be found. It is up to Lulu Chen and Mr Okamoto – lawyers hired by the ships firm – to get to the bottom of this magical mystery.
LIFE OF PI Extends Booking Through 30 October 2022
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2022
Following phenomenal public demand and a remarkable haul of five prestigious Olivier Awards, including Best New Play, it was announced today (6 May 2022) that public booking for Life of Pi, Lolita Chakrabarti's dazzling stage adaption of Yann Martel's award-winning book at the Wyndham's Theatre in London's West End, has been extended until 30 October 2022.
Photo Flash: First Look at LIFE OF PI at Sheffield Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2019
The world premiere of the major new stage adaptation of Yann Martel's Man Booker Prize winning Life of Pi by Lolita Chakrabarti is directed by Max Webster at Sheffield Theatres. The show opens tonight, July 8.
BWW Review: NOT ABOUT HEROES, Wilton's Music Hall
by Cindy Marcolina - Nov 1, 2018
Director Tim Baker concludes his national tour of Stephen Macdonald's Not About Heroes at Wilton's Music Hall. The play, which details the strong friendship between Wilfred Owen and Siegfriend Sassoon, has been acclaimed worldwide since its debut in 1982.
Full Casting Announced for Dr. Seuss' THE LORAX' at The Old Vic
by BWW News Desk - Aug 22, 2017
The Old Vic today announced full casting for Dr. Seuss's The Lorax, which returns to The Old Vic stage for a limited run opening on Tuesday 24 October, with previews from Sunday 15 October 2017, prior to international dates in Canada and the USA.