Royal Court Theatre
Latest News on Royal Court Theatre:
Cast Set For BELLY OF THE BEAST at Finborough Theatre (Nov 19, 2024)
World Premiere of Nadya Menuhin's THE PASSENGER Comes to Finborough Theatre (Nov 15, 2024)
Review: SCOUSE RED RIDING HOOD, Liverpool’s Royal Court (Nov 15, 2024)
Cast Set For BELLY OF THE BEAST at Finborough Theatre (Nov 19, 2024)
World Premiere of Nadya Menuhin's THE PASSENGER Comes to Finborough Theatre (Nov 15, 2024)
Review: SCOUSE RED RIDING HOOD, Liverpool’s Royal Court (Nov 15, 2024)
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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: Patrick Marber Celebrates Tony Win for 'Best Direction of a Play'
by Richard Ridge - Jun 12, 2023
VIDEO: A Frantic Assembly & Theatre Royal Plymouth Production THE UNRETURNING
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 4, 2018
VIDEO: Watch a Trailer for Michael Rosen's CHOCOLATE CAKE at Polka Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2018
TV: Hangin' with the Company of THE CHILDREN on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Dec 13, 2017
TV: What's THE CHILDREN All About? The Broadway-Bound Company Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 7, 2017
TV: First Look - Teaser Released for Mike Bartlett's CONTRACTIONS Presented by Deafinitely Theatre
by BroadwayWorld TV - Oct 27, 2017
Tony Awards Close-Up: Lucas Hnath Explains How to Build A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2
by Nicole Rosky - May 9, 2017
The Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting Announces Workshops Led By Pulitzer Prize Winner, Suzan-Lori Parks
by Christina Mancuso - Feb 21, 2017
News
Cast Set For BELLY OF THE BEAST at Finborough Theatre
The cast has been announced for the world premiere of Belly of the Beast, an award-winning new play from a debut playwright, Saana Sze. Learn more about the show and the cast here!
The cast has been announced for the world premiere of Belly of the Beast, an award-winning new play from a debut playwright, Saana Sze. Learn more about the show and the cast here!
World Premiere of Nadya Menuhin's THE PASSENGER Comes to Finborough Theatre
The world premiere of The Passenger by Nadya Menuhin, based on the critically acclaimed novel by Ulrich Alexander Boschwitz, opens at the multi-award-winning Finborough Theatre for a five-week limited season.
The world premiere of The Passenger by Nadya Menuhin, based on the critically acclaimed novel by Ulrich Alexander Boschwitz, opens at the multi-award-winning Finborough Theatre for a five-week limited season.
Review: SCOUSE RED RIDING HOOD, Liverpool’s Royal Court
Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre are known for their twists on fairytale classics, including this year’s Christmas production of Scouse Red Riding Hood.
Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre are known for their twists on fairytale classics, including this year’s Christmas production of Scouse Red Riding Hood.
Royal Court Reveals Additional Two Associate Playwrights
Following an extensive national open call-out, the Royal Court Theatre has today announced that Ishy Din (Approaching Empty) and Beth Flintoff (Henry I) will complete the team of Associate Playwrights at the Royal Court, announced earlier this year.
Following an extensive national open call-out, the Royal Court Theatre has today announced that Ishy Din (Approaching Empty) and Beth Flintoff (Henry I) will complete the team of Associate Playwrights at the Royal Court, announced earlier this year.
36 Inch Penguin Announce The Launch Of Immersive Audio Experience WATCHERS
36 INCH PENGUIN has announced the launch of WATCHERS, an immersive audio experience. This innovative project invites audiences to explore a new dimension of storytelling through sound.
36 INCH PENGUIN has announced the launch of WATCHERS, an immersive audio experience. This innovative project invites audiences to explore a new dimension of storytelling through sound.
Interview: ‘It’s Fun and It’s Festive’: Lindzi Germain and Lydia Rosa Morales Scully on SCOUSE RED RIDING HOOD
Liverpool’s Royal Court are bringing their latest twist on a fairytale classic to the stage with Scouse Red Riding Hood.
Liverpool’s Royal Court are bringing their latest twist on a fairytale classic to the stage with Scouse Red Riding Hood.
Review: Theatre Raleigh's CURSE OF THE STARVING CLASS
What did our critic think of Theatre Raleigh's CURSE OF THE STARVING CLASS?
What did our critic think of Theatre Raleigh's CURSE OF THE STARVING CLASS?
Photos: Alexis Gregory in SMOKE at the Kings Head Theatre
Premiering his new solo queer thriller Smoke, playwright and performer Alexis Gregory is now returning to Kings Head Theatre for a limited run to investigate the blur between reality and fantasy in this post-truth era. Check out all new photos from Smoke here!
Premiering his new solo queer thriller Smoke, playwright and performer Alexis Gregory is now returning to Kings Head Theatre for a limited run to investigate the blur between reality and fantasy in this post-truth era. Check out all new photos from Smoke here!
Nancy Carroll, Jared Harris, and More Will Lead The RSC's HAMLET
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced further casting for Hamlet, directed by the multi award-winning Rupert Goold and running in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre from Saturday 8 February – Saturday 29 March 2025, with press night on Tuesday 18 February 2025.
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced further casting for Hamlet, directed by the multi award-winning Rupert Goold and running in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre from Saturday 8 February – Saturday 29 March 2025, with press night on Tuesday 18 February 2025.
Declan Bennett, Chumisa Dornford-May, Jamie Muscato, and More Will Lead UK Premiere of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812
The Donmar Warehouse has announced the full cast for the UK premiere of Dave Malloy's Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812 which marks new Artistic Director Tim Sheader's directorial debut at the venue.
The Donmar Warehouse has announced the full cast for the UK premiere of Dave Malloy's Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812 which marks new Artistic Director Tim Sheader's directorial debut at the venue.
Nancy Medina Will Direct A GOOD HOUSE as Part of Bristol Old Vic's 2025 Spring/Summer Season
Bristol Old Vic has announced its Spring/Summer Season for 2025, including a flagship production directed by Nancy Medina. Learn more about the full season here!
Bristol Old Vic has announced its Spring/Summer Season for 2025, including a flagship production directed by Nancy Medina. Learn more about the full season here!
4.48 PSYCHOSIS and More Set For Royal Court Theatre's 24/25 Season
The Royal Court Theatre has announced Artistic Director David Byrne’s second season. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
The Royal Court Theatre has announced Artistic Director David Byrne’s second season. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
4.48 PSYCHOSIS Transfers to The Other Place Next Year
The Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal Court Theatre have announced a new co-production of 4.48 Psychosis, which sees the original cast and creative team re-visit Sarah Kane’s final masterpiece 25 years on.
The Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal Court Theatre have announced a new co-production of 4.48 Psychosis, which sees the original cast and creative team re-visit Sarah Kane’s final masterpiece 25 years on.
ORSON'S SHADOW Comes to Theater For the New City
To share a hit show of its Spring season with the largest possible audience, Theater for the New City (TNC), Crystal Field, Executive Artistic Director, will remount its production of 'Orson's Shadow,' written by Austin Pendleton and directed by Mr. Pendleton and his longtime close friend and colleague David Schweizer.
To share a hit show of its Spring season with the largest possible audience, Theater for the New City (TNC), Crystal Field, Executive Artistic Director, will remount its production of 'Orson's Shadow,' written by Austin Pendleton and directed by Mr. Pendleton and his longtime close friend and colleague David Schweizer.
Gary Oldman Will Lead KRAPP'S LAST TAPE at York Theatre Royal
York Theatre Royal has announced that Gary Oldman will return to the theatre where he began his career in Samuel Beckett’s seminal work, Krapp’s Last Tape. The production begins previews on 14 April, and runs until 17 May 2025.
York Theatre Royal has announced that Gary Oldman will return to the theatre where he began his career in Samuel Beckett’s seminal work, Krapp’s Last Tape. The production begins previews on 14 April, and runs until 17 May 2025.
Edinburgh Fringe Hit F**KING LEGEND Will Run At Riverside Studios
Olly Hawes has announced that following a highly critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh festival this year, his one-man performance F**KING LEGEND will run at RIVERSIDE STUDIOS from 13 November - 21 December.
Olly Hawes has announced that following a highly critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh festival this year, his one-man performance F**KING LEGEND will run at RIVERSIDE STUDIOS from 13 November - 21 December.
Review Roundup: BRACE BRACE at the Royal Court Theatre
See what the critics are saying about Brace Brace at the Royal Court Theatre. Learn more about the play written by Oli Forsyth and read all of the critic's reviews for the production.
See what the critics are saying about Brace Brace at the Royal Court Theatre. Learn more about the play written by Oli Forsyth and read all of the critic's reviews for the production.
MACBETH Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo to Play Movie Theaters
Macbeth, starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, which is currently playing to sold out houses in the West End, will come to cinemas next year. Learn more about when the show was captured and when it'll be released in movie theatres.
Macbeth, starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, which is currently playing to sold out houses in the West End, will come to cinemas next year. Learn more about when the show was captured and when it'll be released in movie theatres.
Cast Set For EXPENDABLE at the Royal Court
Royal Court Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Emteaz Hussain’s Expendable directed by Esther Richardson. The cast includes Maya Bartley O’Dea as Jade Steel, Avita Jay as Zara, Lena Kaur as Yasmin, Gurjeet Singh as Raheel and Humera Syed as Sofia.
Royal Court Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Emteaz Hussain’s Expendable directed by Esther Richardson. The cast includes Maya Bartley O’Dea as Jade Steel, Avita Jay as Zara, Lena Kaur as Yasmin, Gurjeet Singh as Raheel and Humera Syed as Sofia.
Toyah Willcox Joins The Cast of NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL A MUSICAL For Edinburgh Dates
Punk princess and 2024 Strictly Come Dancing contestant Toyah Willcox will join the cast of NOW That's What I Call A Musical, as a special guest star in Edinburgh and that Sonia will be adding Manchester and Glasgow to her 2025 venues.
Punk princess and 2024 Strictly Come Dancing contestant Toyah Willcox will join the cast of NOW That's What I Call A Musical, as a special guest star in Edinburgh and that Sonia will be adding Manchester and Glasgow to her 2025 venues.
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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