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Opened: October 1, 2024
Closing: October 27, 2024

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Greenwich Theatre
Stockwell Street London

On a moonless night in August when the sea trout are ready to run, a man brings his new girlfriend to the remote family cabin where he has come for the fly-fishing since he was a boy. But she's not the only woman he has brought here – and nor is she the last.



From Mojo to Jerusalem and The Ferryman, Jez Butterworth's plays have won two Olivier Awards, a Tony Award, a Critics Circle Theatre Award, an Evening Standard Theatre Award and more. Now The River, the hotly anticipated follow-up to Jerusalem, returns to London in the first major revival since its world premiere at the Royal Court in 2012.


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The Partition Museum Inaugurates The Lost Homeland of Sindh Gallery
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2024


The Partition Museum, Delhi, inaugurated its ground-breaking gallery, The Lost Homeland of Sindh on last Saturday, in the presence of Lady Kishwar Desai, Founder, Partition Museum and Chair of The Arts and Cultural Heritage Trust (TAACHT), Shri Jitu Virwani, Chairman & Managing Director, Embassy Group, Aruna Madnani, Founder - Managing Trustee, Sindhi Culture Foundation and Gallery Curator and Pratibha Advani, Media Personality. 

The Revivalists Frontman David Shaw Releases 2nd Solo Album
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 4, 2024


Acclaimed singer-songwriter and The Revivalists frontman David Shaw has released his second solo album, Take A Look Inside. Listen to it now!

Review: THE RIVER, Greenwich Theatre
by Matthew Paluch - Oct 4, 2024


I think Jez Butterworth must love fishing, as his 2012 play The River spends quite a lot of the time talking about the intricacies of the pastime. If one doesn't partake it can make the text a little monotonous at times…but of course there's more to take from the overall experience.

Sarah Boone Brings MOM BEFORE DAD: A Young Woman Of The Greatest Generation to the Triad Theater
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2024


Cabaret artist Sarah Boone will return to the Triad Theater with an encore performance of Mom Before Dad: A Young Woman of the Greatest Generation following celebrated performances in Florida, Los Angeles and Colorado.

Review Roundup: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA by Jez Butterworth Opens on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2024


The New York premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes, opened on Broadway tonight, Sunday, September 29th at the Broadhurst Theatre. Check out what the critics had to say here!

Previews: RING OF FIRE at American Stage
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Sep 25, 2024


Joining Mikhail Roberts (guitar) on Stage is a talented ensemble that includes Morgan Tapp (fiddle), Kara Arena (guitar, dulcimer), Troy Brooks (bass, percussion), Tristan Braboy (guitar), and Max Dalton (swing). Each musician brings their unique flair, creating a rich, authentic sound that honors Cash's legacy without imitating it, and they also play multiple roles in the performance.

Hightide Reveals First Group of Mentors For New Hightide Writer's Group
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2024


HighTide has announced the six mentors for the new HighTide Writer’s Group. The mentors are Alice Birch, Jez Butterworth, Lolita Chakrabarti, Dennis Kelly, Anoushka Lucas and Winsome Pinnock.

On the Waterfront Returning in 2025; First Headliner Revealed
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 23, 2024


The first headliner has just been announced for On the Waterfront 2025, 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist STING is once again shaking things up with his STING 3.0 world tour, marking his long-awaited return to the city and closing out the celebrations on Sunday 22nd June 2025. 

Larkin Poe Releasing New Album 'Bloom'; Share First Song
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 20, 2024


Larkin Poe follow their “Duo/Group of the Year” triumph at the 2024 Americana Honors & Awards earlier this week by announcing their eagerly awaited new album, Bloom, arriving Friday, January 24, 2025. Listen the first single now!

South Street Seaport Museum to Present Film Screenings: Connections To The Waterfront
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2024


South Street Seaport Museum announced film screenings on September 25, 2024, aboard the 1885 tall ship Wavertree.

Aurora Unveils New Downtown Light Experience 
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2024


The City of Aurora has announced a new, downtown light experience designed to captivate visitors with mesmerizing light-and-sound-based installations, interactive street art, dazzling live entertainment, futuristic projection mapping, a variety of food and beverage options, and more.

Review: ECHOES OF AMERICA at Kennedy Center
by Elliot Lanes - Sep 16, 2024


The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) began their classical season this past Saturday evening in a very satisfying manner. The program was entitled Echoes of America and was conducted by the Artistic Director of The Washington Chorus Eugene Rogers.

Syracuse Stage to Present Free Family Day Featuring Activities, Crafts & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2024


Syracuse Stage will present a Free Family Day featuring activities, crafts, and a performance of THE BOY WHO KISSED THE SKY.

Review: BBC PROMS: PROM 65: HANDEL'S MESSIAH, Royal Albert Hall
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 9, 2024


The climax to the Proms' Choral Day could only be George Frideric Handel's majestic Messiah. This 1789 arrangement by Mozart was performed by The Academy of St Martin in the Fields, joined by an incredible six (yes six) choirs, conducted by an ebullient John Butt.

Northern NJ Community Foundation to Open National Arts and Humanities and Jersey Arts Month Celebrating ArtsBergen's 10th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 6, 2024


The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation opens National Arts and Humanities and Jersey Arts Month in October with a celebration of ArtsBergen's tenth anniversary supporting the arts, artists, and creative placemaking in Bergen County, New Jersey.

Meet the Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2024


The Hills of California will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Meet the cast of The Hills of California here!

Theater For The New City Presents SOUP IN THE SECOND ACT By Barry Primus
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2024


Barry Primus's new play, SOUP IN THE SECOND ACT, will be presented at Theater for the New City from September 26 to October 6. Learn more about the resident theater production.

Revivalists Frontman David Shaw Releasing 2nd Solo Record; Shares New Song
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2024


Acclaimed singer-songwriter David Shaw has announced the upcoming release of his second solo album, Take A Look Inside, arriving Friday, October 4. The album is preceded by the premiere of the fearlessly optimistic, “Arms of the River,” available everywhere now.

Ian Hislop and Nick Newman Will Bring THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF A CAD to The Watermill
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024


New shows have been announced at the Watermill for the first half of 2025, as well as the launch of a new free to join scheme: 16-30: Beginners which gives young people access to £10 tickets and other discounts to selected shows. 

Portland Stage Presents The Story Of Margaret Chase Smith In CONSCIENCE
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 4, 2024


Portland Stage has announced the play CONSCIENCE, depicting the life of trailblazing Maine Senator Margaret Chase Smith.

Rachel Platten Releases New Album 'I Am Rachel Platen'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2024


Emmy Award-winning multi-platinum artist and singer-songwriter Rachel Platten has released, I Am Rachel Platten, her first studio album in seven years. Listen to it now!

Jermyn Street Theatre To Present EURYDICE By Sarah Ruhl
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2024


The cast for EURYDICE at the Lincoln Center Theater has been announced, featuring a mix of seasoned performers and new faces. The production is set to bring a fresh perspective to the classic myth.

Paul McGann, Kerri McLean, Amanda Ryan, and More Will Lead THE RIVER at Greenwich Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2024


Greenwich Theatre will present a new production of Jez Butterworth’s The River in its first major London revival since its world premiere at the Royal Court in 2012. Find out about the cast here!

Photos: THE FULL MONTY at Paramount Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 31, 2024


Check out production photos for Paramount Theatre's The Fully Monty, running now through October 6, here!

German Multi-Instrumentalist Bernward Koch Unveils CALMING COLORS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2024


German composer and multi-instrumentalist Bernward Koch released his new album Tree Tales, featuring picturesque and gentle piano compositions.

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