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Latest News on The Royal Court Theatre:
THE LUCKY CHANCE Now Open At Island Shakespeare Festival On Whidbey Island (Jul 29, 2024)
Cast And Creative Team Set For Selina Thompson's TWINE at the Yard Theatre (Jul 19, 2024)
How You Know These HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Actors from the Stage (Jul 21, 2024)
THE LUCKY CHANCE Now Open At Island Shakespeare Festival On Whidbey Island (Jul 29, 2024)
Cast And Creative Team Set For Selina Thompson's TWINE at the Yard Theatre (Jul 19, 2024)
How You Know These HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Actors from the Stage (Jul 21, 2024)
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Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Achievement In An Affiliate Theatre
The Royal Court TheatreThe Village Bike
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Olivier Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Achievement in an Affiliate Theatre
The Royal CourtCock
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Olivier Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Achievement In An Affiliate Theatre
The Royal Court TheatreThe Pride
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Play
The Royal Court Theatre London, Rock 'n' Roll
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Achievement of the Year in Dance
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THE LUCKY CHANCE Now Open At Island Shakespeare Festival On Whidbey Island
Experience outdoor classical theater with Island Shakespeare Festival's production of THE LUCKY CHANCE on Whidbey Island.
Experience outdoor classical theater with Island Shakespeare Festival's production of THE LUCKY CHANCE on Whidbey Island.
Cast And Creative Team Set For Selina Thompson's TWINE at the Yard Theatre
Award-winning artist Selina Thompson (Salt;The Royal Court Theatre and BBC) will return to The Yard Theatre, London with the world premiere of Twine. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Award-winning artist Selina Thompson (Salt;The Royal Court Theatre and BBC) will return to The Yard Theatre, London with the world premiere of Twine. Learn how to purchase tickets.
How You Know These HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Actors from the Stage
Whether you are Team Black or Team Green, there is probably a stage veteran on your side. Actors include Tony Award winners, current Broadway stars, and Royal Shakespeare Company members. Take a look here to find out which stars you may recognize from the theatre, including Gayle Rankin, Sir Simon Russell Beale, Eve Best, and more.
Whether you are Team Black or Team Green, there is probably a stage veteran on your side. Actors include Tony Award winners, current Broadway stars, and Royal Shakespeare Company members. Take a look here to find out which stars you may recognize from the theatre, including Gayle Rankin, Sir Simon Russell Beale, Eve Best, and more.
Jeremy O. Harris, Adrian Lester, Jodie Whittaker, and More Join The Cast of ECHO at The Royal Court
The Royal Court Theatre and LIFT (London International Festival of Theatre) have announced a further nine artists who will perform in the world premiere of ECHO (Every Cold-Hearted Oxygen) written by critically acclaimed Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour.
The Royal Court Theatre and LIFT (London International Festival of Theatre) have announced a further nine artists who will perform in the world premiere of ECHO (Every Cold-Hearted Oxygen) written by critically acclaimed Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour.
Interview: 'It Feels Genuinely Uplifting': Director Dominic Cooke On Working With Imelda Staunton and The Long Wait For HELLO, DOLLY!
Hello, Dolly!, the iconic musical from the 1960s, has returned to the West End. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Dominic Cooke about directing the revival. We discussed what his career as a director has been like, what it has been like to take on this iconic musical and even how the pandemic has had an effect on the work as a whole.
Hello, Dolly!, the iconic musical from the 1960s, has returned to the West End. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Dominic Cooke about directing the revival. We discussed what his career as a director has been like, what it has been like to take on this iconic musical and even how the pandemic has had an effect on the work as a whole.
Additional Cast Set For John Lithgow-Led GIANT at the Royal Court
The Royal Court Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Mark Rosenblatt’s debut play Giant, directed by Nicholas Hytner.
The Royal Court Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Mark Rosenblatt’s debut play Giant, directed by Nicholas Hytner.
Yangtze Rep Awards Project YZ $10K Residencies To Nana Dakin And Chika Shimizu
Yangtze Repertory Theatre awards $10K residencies to Nana Dakin and Chika Shimizu. Learn more!
Yangtze Repertory Theatre awards $10K residencies to Nana Dakin and Chika Shimizu. Learn more!
Belgrade Theatre Coventry Reveals Details of Programme of New Plays, Workshops, and Conversations
Belgrade Theatre Coventry has announced details of See It First – a programme of new plays, workshops involving some of the UK's leading directors and writers, and conversations between artists and audiences, all running at the theatre from 17 – 27 July.
Belgrade Theatre Coventry has announced details of See It First – a programme of new plays, workshops involving some of the UK's leading directors and writers, and conversations between artists and audiences, all running at the theatre from 17 – 27 July.
Royal Court Cancels Performances on Election Day to Encourage Voting
The Royal Court Theatre has announced the cancellation of all performances scheduled for Thursday, July 4th, to enable and encourage their cast, companies, staff, and audiences to participate in the upcoming General Election.
The Royal Court Theatre has announced the cancellation of all performances scheduled for Thursday, July 4th, to enable and encourage their cast, companies, staff, and audiences to participate in the upcoming General Election.
Interview: Theatre Life with Simon Godwin
Today’s subject Simon Godwin is currently living his theatre life as the Artistic Director of DC’s Tony Award winning Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC). He assumed the position in 2019 succeeding the company’s founder Michael Kahn after a stunning 33-year reign.
Today’s subject Simon Godwin is currently living his theatre life as the Artistic Director of DC’s Tony Award winning Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC). He assumed the position in 2019 succeeding the company’s founder Michael Kahn after a stunning 33-year reign.
Vineyard Theatre to Present FEARLESS COLLABORATIONS: Developing Theatrical Innovation
Vineyard Theatre will showcase groundbreaking theatrical works through fearless collaborations, fostering innovation and creativity in the performing arts. Learn more about how to attend!
Vineyard Theatre will showcase groundbreaking theatrical works through fearless collaborations, fostering innovation and creativity in the performing arts. Learn more about how to attend!
Kathryn Hunter, Toby Jones, Fiona Shaw, Meera Syal and Rebecca Lucy Taylor Will Lead ECHO at the Royal Court
The Royal Court Theatre and LIFT have announced five of the fifteen artists who will perform in the world premiere of ECHO (Every Cold-Hearted Oxygen) which will run at the Jerwood Theatre Downstairs from Saturday 13 - Saturday 27 July 2024 with opening night on Wednesday 17 July.
The Royal Court Theatre and LIFT have announced five of the fifteen artists who will perform in the world premiere of ECHO (Every Cold-Hearted Oxygen) which will run at the Jerwood Theatre Downstairs from Saturday 13 - Saturday 27 July 2024 with opening night on Wednesday 17 July.
World Premieres of THE ANTIQUITIES and BOWL EP Set For Vineyard Theatre's Upcoming Season
Vineyard Theatre has announced its upcoming 42nd Season which will include two world premiere productions with a third to be announced in coming weeks. Learn more about the shows here!
Vineyard Theatre has announced its upcoming 42nd Season which will include two world premiere productions with a third to be announced in coming weeks. Learn more about the shows here!
Royal Court Theatre Will Bring Back Court In The Square
The Royal Court Theatre has announced the opening of Court in the Square, a pop-up terrace serving food and drinks in Sloane Square which partners with The Botanist, Cote and Azzurra to make up Summer in Sloane Square. Now in its fourth year, this al fresco dining experience has become a Chelsea staple of the summer months.
The Royal Court Theatre has announced the opening of Court in the Square, a pop-up terrace serving food and drinks in Sloane Square which partners with The Botanist, Cote and Azzurra to make up Summer in Sloane Square. Now in its fourth year, this al fresco dining experience has become a Chelsea staple of the summer months.
Royal Court Reveals New Associate Playwrights
David Byrne, Artistic Director of the Royal Court, has announced that Mike Bartlett (Love, Love, Love), Ryan Calais Cameron (For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy), Vinay Patel (An Adventure) and Nina Segal (Shooting Hedda Gabler) will join the Royal Court as Associate Playwrights, alongside Gillian Greer (Boy Parts) as Associate Playwright and Dramaturg who joined the organisation earlier in this year.
David Byrne, Artistic Director of the Royal Court, has announced that Mike Bartlett (Love, Love, Love), Ryan Calais Cameron (For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy), Vinay Patel (An Adventure) and Nina Segal (Shooting Hedda Gabler) will join the Royal Court as Associate Playwrights, alongside Gillian Greer (Boy Parts) as Associate Playwright and Dramaturg who joined the organisation earlier in this year.
First Female Playwrights Chosen For Inaugural Women In Theatre Lab Announced
The first female playwrights chosen for the inaugural Women in Theatre Lab have been announced.
The first female playwrights chosen for the inaugural Women in Theatre Lab have been announced.
Two World Premieres & More Set for Center REP 24-25 Season
Center Repertory Company has unveiled its 57th season—an extraordinary lineup of six works to be presented September 2024 through June 2025. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Center Repertory Company has unveiled its 57th season—an extraordinary lineup of six works to be presented September 2024 through June 2025. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Center REP Announces ARSENIC AND OLD LACE And More for 2024-25 Season Including World Premieres & More
Discover the upcoming 2024-25 season at CENTER REPERTORY COMPANY, featuring two World Premieres, a queer interpretation of a classic, and an EGOT winner's fireside chat. Also, learn about their new audience initiatives.
Discover the upcoming 2024-25 season at CENTER REPERTORY COMPANY, featuring two World Premieres, a queer interpretation of a classic, and an EGOT winner's fireside chat. Also, learn about their new audience initiatives.
BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions
The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.
The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.
Vineyard Theatre Announces Spring Reading Series WORKS IN PROGRESS: FEARLESSLY MADE IN NEW YORK!
Vineyard Theatre has announced its Spring Reading Series, featuring works in progress from New York's fearless creatives.
Vineyard Theatre has announced its Spring Reading Series, featuring works in progress from New York's fearless creatives.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has The Royal Court Theatre been nominated for?
The Royal Court Theatre has received several nominations for prestigious awards. These include Outstanding Achievement in an Affiliate Theatre at the Olivier Awards for The Village Bike, Cock, and The Pride. Additionally, it was nominated for Best Play at the Tony Awards for Rock 'n' Roll and Outstanding Achievement of the Year in Dance at the Olivier Awards for Adventures in Motion Pictures.
What awards has The Royal Court Theatre won?
The Royal Court Theatre has won the Outstanding Achievement in an Affiliate Theatre award at the Olivier Awards for "Cock" and for "The Pride."
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