Sophie Melville

Laura Whitmore and Sophie Melville Will Lead World Premiere of APEX PREDATOR
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025

Hampstead Theatre has announced the full cast for the world premiere of Apex Predator by John Donnelly which will come to Hampstead's Main Stage in March.

Photos: Inside Paines Plough’s 50th Anniversary Gala
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025

Photos have been released from Paines Plough’s star-studded 50th Anniversary Gala which took place last night at the Criterion Theatre. Check out the photos below!

Photos: THE GIRL IN THE MACHINE At The Young Vic
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2024

The Young Vic Theatre has released production photos of Girl in the Machine by Stef Smith (The Outrun, Nora: A Doll's House) directed by Annie Kershaw.

Cast Set For GIRL IN THE MACHINE at the Young Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024

The Young Vic Theatre has announced casting for Girl in the Machine by Stef Smith and directed by Annie Kershaw.Girl in the Machine will run from Wednesday 16 - Saturday 26 October 2024 in the Young Vic’s Clare Theatre as part of the Creators Program and Genesis Future Directors Award program.

Review: COWBOIS, Royal Court Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jan 18, 2024

All in all, Cowbois isn’t a bad play. It’s a fun and gimmicky queer-affirming semi-comedy that makes for a good night out if you’re willing to close an eye here and there. It’s weird and long, but it means well.

Charlie Josephine's COWBOIS Will Transfer to London; Full Cast Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2023

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and Royal Court Theatre have announced the London transfer of Charlie Josephine's rollicking queer western Cowbois. 

Review: COWBOIS, Swan Theatre, Stratford-Upon-Avon
by Franco Milazzo - Oct 30, 2023

Cowbois might sound like a reboot of Sister Act but there is far more going under the satin bonnets. Gunslinger Jack Cannon (Vinnie Heaven) arrives in a small Wild West-era outpost, handsome by appearance, fearsome by reputation and with a bounty of 200 dollars on their head. The town is populated only by women and a drunken sheriff (Paul Hunter), their menfolk having been gone for over a year and presumed dead after a mine blast. 

Cast Revealed For COWBOIS, A New Queer Cowboy Show For The RSC by Charlie Josephine
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2023

Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's forthcoming production of Charlie Josephine's new play, Cowbois. 

English Touring Theatre Announces MACBETH & More for 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2023

ETT (English Touring Theatre) has announced their new production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, and further programming for 2023.

Photos: First Look at Sophie Melville in IPHIGENIA IN SPLOTT
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2022

All new photos have been released from Gary Owen’s Iphigenia in Splott, starring Sophie Melville with direction from Rachel O’Riordan, which opens at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre tonight and runs until 22 October.

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For IPHIGENIA IN SPLOTT at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2022

All new production photos have been released for Gary Owen’s Iphigenia in Splott, starring Sophie Melville with direction from Rachel O’Riordan. The production opens at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre on 30 September, with previews from 26 September, and runs until 22 October.

Sophie Melville & Rachel O'Riordan Will Reunite to Bring IPHIGENIA IN SPLOTT to the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2022

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced the return of Gary Owen’s critically acclaimed Iphigenia in Splott, originally commissioned and produced by Sherman Theatre and later performed at the National Theatre, directed by the Lyric’s Artistic Director Rachel O’Riordan, with Sophie Melville reprising her role as Effie.

BWW Review: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
by Laura Jones - Mar 3, 2022

The Merchant of Venice is vastly considered to be Shakespeare’s most controversial and problematic play and director Abigail Graham does not shy away from the tough antisemitic and racist themes covered in the bard’s text.

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Leads March's Top 10 New London Shows
by Marianka Swain - Mar 2, 2022

London is never short of temptations, whether epic West End shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. From a much talked-about adaptation to a provocative revival and a thorny Shakespeare play, here are some of this month’s most eye-catching openings. Don’t forget to check back for BroadwayWorld’s reviews, interviews and features!

Photos: First Look at THE MERCHANT OF VENICE at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2022

All new photos have been released for The Merchant of Venice, performed in the candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, directed by Abigail Graham and designed by Sarah Beaton.

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE MERCHANT OF VENICE at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
by BWW Staff - Feb 9, 2022

All new rehearsal photos have been released for The Merchant of Venice, performed in the candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, directed by Abigail Graham and designed by Sarah Beaton.

Globe Announces Cast For THE MERCHANT OF VENICE
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2022

Shakespeare's Globe has announced the full cast of The Merchant of Venice, performed in the candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, directed by Abigail Graham and designed by Sarah Beaton.

Soho Theatre Announces Upcoming November Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2021

Soho Theatre has announced their upcoming November programming featuring MUM, SESSIONS, MAKROOH and more. 

VIDEO: First Look at MUM, Beginning Performances at Theatre Royal Plymouth This Week
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2021

A trailer has been released today for the world premiere of MUM starring Sophie Melville, Denise Black and Cat Simmons. 

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For MUM, Starring Sophie Melville, Denise Black and Cat Simmons
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2021

Images have been released from the rehearsal room today for the world premiere of MUM starring Sophie Melville, Denise Black and Cat Simmons.