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.
GENTLEMAN JACK Comes to Northern Ballet
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024
Northern Ballet has announced the creation of a major new full-length ballet based on the extraordinary life of Anne Lister, or 'Gentleman Jack' (1791-1840), the historical Yorkshire figure often referred to as 'the first modern lesbian' whose diaries have captivated audiences around the world.
Chris Harper Productions Appoints Tom O'Connell as Producer
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2024
Chris Harper Productions has appointed Tom O’Connell as producer. Chris Harper is a Tony and Olivier Award-winning producer who has produced some of the most acclaimed theatrical successes of the last 15 years.
Kylie And Dannii Minogue Lead Launch of 'BLUEY Book Reads' YouTube Series
by Michael Major - Feb 12, 2024
The new series kicks off with Kylie and Dannii Minogue, with a dual read of the very special 'Mini Bluey' storybook as fellow sisters Bluey and Bingo. Bluey Book Reads also features stories read by Bindi Irwin, Tom Daley, Romesh Ranganathan, Suranne Jones, Jenna Fischer, Eva Mendes, Jordan Fisher, Camille Cottin and Rob Delaney. Watch the video!
RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE UK Sets Guest Judges For Season 5
by Michael Major - Aug 30, 2023
Each week, the queens face challenges that test their drag skills to the max. Although the crucial decision lies with Mama Ru and her loyal Drag Race UK besties and judging panel - Michelle Visage, Alan Carr and Graham Norton - a host of celebrity Drag Race super fans will also be joining in on the fun to help deliberate the fate of the queens.
Suranne Jones Will Host Post-show Q&A Event For SPY FOR SPY at Riverside Studios
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2023
Suranne Jones, the multi-award-winning actor best known for starring roles in Gentleman Jack, Vigil, Doctor Foster and Scott and Bailey, will host a special Q&A event on Saturday 24 June after the 7.30pm show, fielding questions for playwright Kieron Barry, and cast members Olive Gray and Amy Lennox.
SPY FOR SPY Premieres At Riverside Studios In June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2023
Spy for Spy – the world premiere of Kieron Barry's innovative new play – will open at Riverside Studios this summer, playing the Hammersmith venue's Studio 3 from Thursday 15 June to Sunday 2 July, with a press night on Tuesday 20 June.
BWW Review: UNDER THE RADAR, Old Red Lion Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Mar 18, 2022
The concept of a submarine has long fascinated writers across media. Jules Verne captivated his readers through Captain Nemo’s Nautilus and, more recently, Suranne Jones was trapped in one for a murder investigation on the BBC.
HBO Sets Premiere for Season Two Of Drama Series GENTLEMAN JACK
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2022
The cast features Gemma Jones as Aunt Anne Lister, Timothy West as Jeremy Lister, Jodhi May (Lady Vere Cameron), Katherine Kelly (Elizabeth Sutherland), Derek Riddell (Captain George Sutherland), Stephanie Cole (Aunt Ann Walker), Peter Davison (William Priestley), Amelia Bullmore (Eliza Priestley), Vincent Franklin (Christopher Rawson), and more.
VIDEO: Peacock Releases VIGIL Series Trailer
by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2021
Peacock has released the trailer for their new series, Vigil. The series was written and created by Tom Edge and based on an original idea by George Aza-Selinger. The cast includes Suranne Jones, Rose Leslie, Shaun Evans, Martin Compston, Patersn Joseph, Ada, James, Connor Swindells, Gary Lewis, and more. Watch the new trailer now!
Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Olivia Colman Launch The Theatre Community Fund
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2020
Many of the UK's most successful artists and entertainment professionals have joined together to create the Theatre Community Fund in support of theatrical artists and professionals whose livelihoods and creative futures are threatened in the wake of Covid-19.
NOTES FROM A SMALL ISLAND Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2020
Jon Culshaw will star as 'Bill Bryson' in a brand-new stage production of Bryson's award-winning memoir NOTES FROM A SMALL ISLAND adapted by BAFTA and Olivier Award winning playwright Tim Whitnall. Directed by the Watermill's Artistic Director Paul Hart, the production will have its world premiere in Newbury on Thursday 24 September and play until Saturday 31 October, with a national press night on Monday 28 September. The production will then tour to Malvern, Cambridge, and Richmond, with further dates to announced.
CW Seed Lands Licensing Agreement With BBC Studios
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 8, 2020
CW Seed, The CW's free, ad-supported digital network, has acquired the second window, non-exclusive streaming rights to 14 series from BBC Studios. The pact will bring more than 200 episodes and 150 hours of scripted library content to the platform. The announcement was made today by Rick Haskins, Executive Vice President, Marketing and Digital Platforms, The CW.