Theatre Director and Former RSC Artistic Director Michael Boyd Dies
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2023
BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn that theatre director Michael Boyd has died from cancer. His career took him from training in Moscow to artistic directorships at the Tron Theatre Glasgow [1985-96] and the Royal Shakespeare Company, after joining as an Associate Director in 1996.
Royal Opera House Appoints Sir Lloyd Dorfman as Chair of the Board Of Trustees
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2022
With a long-standing commitment to UK theatre, philanthropy and extending access to the arts, Sir Lloyd will lead the Board as the Royal Opera House navigates the aftereffects of the Covid-19 pandemic on the UK's creative industries, while strengthening its reputation as one of the UK and world's leading artistic and creative forces.
Mountview Names New Theatre 'The Mack' In Honour Of Sir Cameron Mackintosh
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2021
London's Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts today announced that its main theatre is to be known as The Mack, in honour of Sir Cameron Mackintosh's long-standing support for Mountview which included a generous gift of £1 million to complete the building of the theatre that will now bear his name.
Mountview CEOs Collect Olivier Award As Mountview Celebrates 75 Years
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2020
The Olivier Awards today celebrated Stephen Jameson and Sarah Preece's achievements in relocating the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts from Wood Green in north London to Peckham in south-east London and for promoting accessibility and diversity.
Kenneth Branagh, Gary Barlow, Michael Boyd and More Knighted at Queen's Birthday Honors
by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2012
According to BBC News, actor Kenneth Branagh, X Factor judge and Diamond Jubilee songwriter Gary Barlow, Royal Shakespeare Company Artistic Director Michael Boyd, and more were awarded knighthoods at Queen's Birthday Honours on June 15. Film star Kate Winslet was also recognized as a CBE (Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire), among others.
Howard Panter, Cameron Mackintosh, et al. Make Stage 100 List
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 5, 2012
The Stage has today announced the winners of The STAGE 100, recognising the outstanding individuals working in theatre today.While The Stage 100 recognises the achievements of individuals, The Stage 100 Awards recognises performing arts organisations and the teams behind them.
Royal Shakespeare Theatre Reopens For Fall 2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 1, 2010
The Royal Shakespeare Company today announces its plans to reopen the Royal Shakespeare and Swan Theatres on time and on budget in November 2010, following a four year redevelopment as part of the £112.8 million Transformation project designed to bring actors and audiences closer together.
Apprentices Join RSC As Part Of THINK THEATRE Project
by Carrie Dunn - Nov 30, 2009
Four new apprentices have joined the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) in Stratford-upon-Avon, as part of the RSC Craft Apprenticeship Scheme. The apprentices are working in the Company's theatre crafts workshops where the sets and props for its plays are made. The Apprenticeship Scheme is just one part of the RSC's new Think Theatre initiative, which encourages more people to think about pursuing a career in theatre.
Royal Shakespeare Company Announces Winter Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2008
RSC Artistic Director, Michael Boyd today confirms three Shakespeare productions for a winter season at London's Novello Theatre, alongside two new RSC commissions premiering at Wilton's Music Hall.