Royal Court Theatre
Latest News on Royal Court Theatre:
Review: hang at 1st Stage (Mar 21, 2025)
Golda Rosheuvel and Letitia Wright, and More Set for Bush Theatre 2025/26 Season (Mar 21, 2025)
Royal Court Theatre Reveals Line-Up for Inaugural Open Submissions Festival (Mar 20, 2025)
Review: hang at 1st Stage (Mar 21, 2025)
Golda Rosheuvel and Letitia Wright, and More Set for Bush Theatre 2025/26 Season (Mar 21, 2025)
Royal Court Theatre Reveals Line-Up for Inaugural Open Submissions Festival (Mar 20, 2025)
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Play
Royal Court Theatre Productions, The Lonesome West
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Play
Royal Court Theatre Productions, The Beauty Queen of Leenane
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Revival of a Play
Royal Court Theatre Productions, The Chairs
Videos
VIDEO: Aigul Akhmetshina and Piotr Beczała Perform “Je vais danser en votre honneur” from Bizet's CARMEN At The Metropolitan Opera
by A.A. Cristi - 2023-12-26 20:47:54
Video: Patrick Marber Celebrates Tony Win for 'Best Direction of a Play'
by Richard Ridge - 2023-06-12 09:14:09
VIDEO: Carey Mulligan Hosts SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE; Watch Her Monologue!
by Stephi Wild - 2021-04-11 09:31:30
VIDEO: Carey Mulligan's Mother Gave Her a Strange Pre-Oscars Gift
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-04-09 09:57:14
VIDEO: Lennie James Talks About Writing His First Play on a Bet
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-01-14 09:46:28
VIDEO: Alfred Molina Shares His Roundabout Memories of MOLLY SWEENEY
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-04-10 21:30:47
VIDEO: Dan Stevens Talks His Return to Broadway in HANGMEN
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2020-03-02 10:35:56
BWW Exclusive: Hear Alfred Molina Sing on Disney's VAMPIRINA
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-08-15 11:31:00
VIDEO: A Frantic Assembly & Theatre Royal Plymouth Production THE UNRETURNING
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-10-04 18:24:43
VIDEO: Watch a Trailer for Michael Rosen's CHOCOLATE CAKE at Polka Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2018-03-08 09:28:51
VIDEO: Watch the New Trailer for Michael Grandage Company's RED
by Stephi Wild - 2018-02-16 08:26:04
TV: Hangin' with the Company of THE CHILDREN on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2017-12-13 16:46:43
TV: What's THE CHILDREN All About? The Broadway-Bound Company Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-11-07 16:03:11
TV: First Look - Teaser Released for Mike Bartlett's CONTRACTIONS Presented by Deafinitely Theatre
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-10-27 08:05:30
Tony Awards Close-Up: Lucas Hnath Explains How to Build A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-05-09 17:32:26
The Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting Announces Workshops Led By Pulitzer Prize Winner, Suzan-Lori Parks
by Christina Mancuso - 2017-02-21 07:08:13
News
Review: hang at 1st Stage
by Hannah R. Wing - Mar 21, 2025
hang takes its time getting to what the play is actually about. The suspense doesn't really start to develop until the final half hour, and this is where the small ensemble cast of Marie, Greer, and Joy really shine.
by Hannah R. Wing - Mar 21, 2025
hang takes its time getting to what the play is actually about. The suspense doesn't really start to develop until the final half hour, and this is where the small ensemble cast of Marie, Greer, and Joy really shine.
Golda Rosheuvel and Letitia Wright, and More Set for Bush Theatre 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025
The Bush Theatre has revealed its programme until early 2026 which includes some of the country’s most exciting new writing. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025
The Bush Theatre has revealed its programme until early 2026 which includes some of the country’s most exciting new writing. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Royal Court Theatre Reveals Line-Up for Inaugural Open Submissions Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025
The Royal Court Theatre has revealed the line-up for the inaugural Open Submissions Festival, the theatre’s brand new regular professional platform to showcase stand-out new writing. Learn more about the festival here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025
The Royal Court Theatre has revealed the line-up for the inaugural Open Submissions Festival, the theatre’s brand new regular professional platform to showcase stand-out new writing. Learn more about the festival here!
Chloë Moss' RUN SISTER RUN Will Make London Premiere At The Arcola Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2025
Double Telling has announced the London premiere of Run Sister Run by award-winning playwright Chloë Moss. Directed by Marlie Haco, the production opens at the Arcola Theatre in July.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2025
Double Telling has announced the London premiere of Run Sister Run by award-winning playwright Chloë Moss. Directed by Marlie Haco, the production opens at the Arcola Theatre in July.
Rosie Day's (THIS IS NOT A) HAPPY ROOM Will Run at Theatre Royal Windsor Following Run at King's Head Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025
(This is not a) Happy Room, written by Rosie Day, will run at Theatre Royal Windsor following its premiere at King's Head Theatre on 31 March. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025
(This is not a) Happy Room, written by Rosie Day, will run at Theatre Royal Windsor following its premiere at King's Head Theatre on 31 March. Learn more about the show here!
Full Cast Set For RSC's TITUS ANDRONICUS With Simon Russell Beale
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the RSC's forthcoming production of William Shakespeare's bloodiest of tragedies, Titus Andronicus, directed by Max Webster, which runs in the Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the RSC's forthcoming production of William Shakespeare's bloodiest of tragedies, Titus Andronicus, directed by Max Webster, which runs in the Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon.
Cast Set For BEEGU at the Unicorn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
As the national theatre for young audiences, the Unicorn Theatre has announced the cast and creatives for Beegu, a new adaptation of Alexis Deacon’s beloved children’s book. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
As the national theatre for young audiences, the Unicorn Theatre has announced the cast and creatives for Beegu, a new adaptation of Alexis Deacon’s beloved children’s book. Learn more here!
Full Cast Set For West End Transfer of GIANT Starring John Lithgow
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025
The full cast has been announced for the West End transfer of the Royal Court Theatre’s production of GIANT, written by Mark Rosenblatt, directed by Nicholas Hytner and designed by Bob Crowley.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025
The full cast has been announced for the West End transfer of the Royal Court Theatre’s production of GIANT, written by Mark Rosenblatt, directed by Nicholas Hytner and designed by Bob Crowley.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, GIANTS, THE YEARS, and More Nominated For 2025 Olivier Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
The nominations have been announced for the Olivier Awards 2025. Among the nominees are Fiddler on the Roof, Giants, and The Years. Check out the full list of nominees here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
The nominations have been announced for the Olivier Awards 2025. Among the nominees are Fiddler on the Roof, Giants, and The Years. Check out the full list of nominees here!
Rebekah Jones Named Executive Director and Co-CEO at the Unicorn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2025
Unicorn Theatre has announced the permanent appointment of Rebekah Jones as Executive Director and Co-CEO, following her time as interim in the role. Learn more about her here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2025
Unicorn Theatre has announced the permanent appointment of Rebekah Jones as Executive Director and Co-CEO, following her time as interim in the role. Learn more about her here!
Nancy Netherwood's RADIANT BOY Will Debut at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025
The world premiere of Nancy Netherwood’s Radiant Boy will debut at Southwark Playhouse Borough – following its inclusion in the RSC’s 37 Plays competition in 2023. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025
The world premiere of Nancy Netherwood’s Radiant Boy will debut at Southwark Playhouse Borough – following its inclusion in the RSC’s 37 Plays competition in 2023. Learn more here!
HEISENBERG, A Queer Reimagining Of Simon Stephens, Comes to Arcola Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
Reimagining Simon Stephens' 2015 play a decade later, Katharine Farmer's new direction of Heisenberg reinterprets the story of identity and loneliness as a queer female relationship.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
Reimagining Simon Stephens' 2015 play a decade later, Katharine Farmer's new direction of Heisenberg reinterprets the story of identity and loneliness as a queer female relationship.
Review: THE PEACEFUL HOUR, Liverpool's Royal Court
by Sarah OHara - Feb 21, 2025
Haunted Scouse and Yellow Breck Road writer Gerry Linford returns to Liverpool’s Royal Court with a brand new comedy drama, The Peaceful Hour - a five star, feel good show show that you will fall in love with.
by Sarah OHara - Feb 21, 2025
Haunted Scouse and Yellow Breck Road writer Gerry Linford returns to Liverpool’s Royal Court with a brand new comedy drama, The Peaceful Hour - a five star, feel good show show that you will fall in love with.
Cast and Creatives Set For SPEED at the Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025
The full cast and creative team have been announced for Speed a break-neck journey through the daily annoyances and deep-buried secrets that leave us spinning which opens at the Bush Theatre in April.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025
The full cast and creative team have been announced for Speed a break-neck journey through the daily annoyances and deep-buried secrets that leave us spinning which opens at the Bush Theatre in April.
Cast Set for SCENES FROM A REPATRIATION at Royal Court Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025
Royal Court Theatre has revealed the cast for Joel Tan’s Scenes from a Repatriation directed by emma + pj. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025
Royal Court Theatre has revealed the cast for Joel Tan’s Scenes from a Repatriation directed by emma + pj. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Arts Foundation Reveals 2025 Winners Of £115,000 Prizes
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
The five winning fellows were revealed at an Awards Ceremony on Monday 17 February at Kings Place, London, featuring a welcome address from choreographer Siobhan Davies and a live performance from Daniel Casimir.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
The five winning fellows were revealed at an Awards Ceremony on Monday 17 February at Kings Place, London, featuring a welcome address from choreographer Siobhan Davies and a live performance from Daniel Casimir.
Review Roundup: MORE LIFE Opens at Royal Court Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2025
Royal Court Theatre is presenting Lauren Mooney and James Yeatman's More Life. The cast includes Marc Elliott, Alison Halstead, and more. See what the critics are saying and read the reviews for the production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2025
Royal Court Theatre is presenting Lauren Mooney and James Yeatman's More Life. The cast includes Marc Elliott, Alison Halstead, and more. See what the critics are saying and read the reviews for the production.
Booking Open For Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter in MRS WARREN'S PROFESSION
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025
General booking is now open for the upcoming revival of George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs. Warren’s Profession starring Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter, directed by Dominic Cooke.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025
General booking is now open for the upcoming revival of George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs. Warren’s Profession starring Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter, directed by Dominic Cooke.
NOT F**KIN' SORRY! UK Tour Begins This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025
Access All Areas, Not Your Circus Dog Collective and The Hale will present Not F**kin’ Sorry!, a shameless provocative crip queer cabaret by neurodivergent and learning-disabled performers.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025
Access All Areas, Not Your Circus Dog Collective and The Hale will present Not F**kin’ Sorry!, a shameless provocative crip queer cabaret by neurodivergent and learning-disabled performers.
Full Cast Set for Robert Icke’s MANHUNT at Royal Court Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
The cast has been revealed for Robert Icke’s Manhunt at The Royal Court Theatre. The play tells the story of Raoul Moat: the man at the heart of one of the most infamous manhunts of the century. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
The cast has been revealed for Robert Icke’s Manhunt at The Royal Court Theatre. The play tells the story of Raoul Moat: the man at the heart of one of the most infamous manhunts of the century. Learn more!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Royal Court Theatre been nominated for?
Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Lonesome West, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Beauty Queen of Leenane and Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Chairs.
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