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The River 2024

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

The River - West End History , Info & More

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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Country Artist Maddox Batson Releases 'First Dance' EP
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 21, 2025


Rising country sensation Maddox Batson has unveiled his highly anticipated First Dance EP, available now. The multi-instrumental singer-songwriter continues to captivate audiences with his heartfelt storytelling and signature sound. Listen to the EP now!

Tickets to THE PRICE at Two River Theater to go on Sale in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025


Two River Theater has revealed ticket on sale dates for one of Arthur Miller’s most personal plays, The Price, directed by Brandon J. Dirden. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Low Cut Connie To Perform in D.C. Following Kennedy Center Cancellation
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 19, 2025


Tonight, the Philadelphia-based rock & roll artist Low Cut Connie will perform at The Miracle Theatre in Washington, D.C. in lieu of his previously scheduled performance at the Kennedy Center which he canceled last month.

+LIVE+ and Collective Soul Reunite for 2025 Co-Headlining 'Summer Unity Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 17, 2025


Collective Soul and +LIVE+ have announced their 2025 co-headlining Summer Unity Tour. The 30-date tour kicks off on Tuesday, July 8 in Auburn, WA at White River Amphitheatre, with additional stops across the U.S. in Bend, Salt Lake City, and more.

Jimmy Barnes Adds Second Melbourne & Brisbane Shows for 'Defiant Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 17, 2025


Due to huge ticket demand, Frontier Touring and MG Live have added a second Melbourne and second Brisbane show to Jimmy Barnes' now 8-date DEFIANT TOUR for June 2025.

Riverside Studios Announces Its Spring Programme For The River Room 
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2025


The team at West London's premiere arts centre Riverside Studios has announced a new weekly schedule for its flexible and in-demand performance space, The River Room.

Cast Set For PARLOUR SONG at the Greenwich Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025


The cast has been announced for Parlour Song from playwright Jez Butterworth. This darkly comic play will receive its first major London revival since 2009 at Greenwich Theatre in May.

Streb Extreme Action Debuts New Show DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME And More This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025


This spring, STREB EXTREME ACTION returns to its home in Williamsburg, Brooklyn with a rousing production of DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME, running from March 21 through April 13, 2025.

Old Royal Naval College To Present THE GREENWICH DOG SHOW and More This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2025


From a brand-new period drama themed film tour to fun-filled family days out, classical and film music concerts, the much-anticipated return of the Greenwich Dog Show, Season there's something for everyone at the Old Royal Naval College this Spring.

RETURN TO THE RIVER, RETURN TO LORCA to Open at Teatro Paraguas
by Emmy Rice - Mar 9, 2025


Teatro Paraguas will present the world premiere of Return to the River, Return to Lorca, a new flamenco production by the internationally acclaimed artists Chuscales and Mina Fajardo.

Review: RIVERDANCE 30: THE NEW GENERATION at The Kennedy Center Opera House
by Audrey Cahak - Mar 9, 2025


What did our critic think of RIVERDANCE 30: THE NEW GENERATION at The Kennedy Center Opera House?

Site-Specific Play RAVE NEW WORLD Comes To Luton
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2025


Tangled Feet and Revoluton Arts in collaboration with Pirates of the Carabina will present Rave New World. A site-specific, outdoor spectacle with music and aerial theatre rejoicing in Luton's activist rave history.

Jin Ha and Laura Donnelly Join Season Two of Apple TV+'s SUGAR
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 7, 2025


Broadway alums Jin Ha and Laura Donnelly are set to appear in the second season of the Apple TV+ series Sugar, which stars Colin Farrell as the titular detective.

AMERICA Is Coming To The Fisher Theatre in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025


The iconic multi-platinum-selling group AMERICA will celebrate their 55th anniversary with a series of tour dates in 2025. Learn more about their upcoming performance at The Fisher Theatre.

Lucía Ambrosini, Juan Antonio Plazas y Candela Solé se unen al reparto de ATRAPADAS EN LA OFI
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Mar 4, 2025


La comedia musical con canciones de los 80 regresa al Teatro Lara en abril, y continúa su gira nacional.

Review: Tony Award Winner Sutton Foster Returns to the OC at Irvine Barclay
by Michael Quintos - Mar 3, 2025


Fresh off her final set of performances in the L.A. transfer of the new Broadway revival of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, the two-time Tony Award winning stage and screen star recently returned to Orange County, CA for a one-night-only sold out concert at the Irvine Barclay Theatre accompanied by music director Michael Rafter. Foster dazzled the audience with selections that ranged from traditional showtunes to classic pop hits and even a lullaby or two inspired by her daughter Emily.

St. Pat's Parade & Shamrock Fest Return To Jaffrey In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2025


Once again, Jaffrey and the Monadnock Region turn green for St. Patrick’s Day. Once again, The Park Theatre is producing the 6th Annual St. Patrick’s Parade and the 4th Annual Shamrock Fest.

Prospect Musicals Launches Multi-Year Residency at Baruch PAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025


Prospect Musicals is launching a new multi-year residency at Baruch Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to attend.

Video: Watch the Trailer For DIAL M FOR MURDER at Two River Theater
by Michael Major - Feb 25, 2025


Watch the trailer for Dial M For Murder at Two River Theater. The production stars Robert Eli, Olivia Gilliatt, Tony Roach, Triney Sandoval and Jasmin Walker.

David Shaw (The Revivalists) & Jim James (My Morning Jacket) Share New Song & Video
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 18, 2025


Acclaimed singer-songwriter David Shaw has teamed up with the legendary Jim James (My Morning Jacket) for a powerful new rendition of “Take a Look Inside.' Watch the music video here!

Photos: I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Opens at The Willow Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025


All new photos have been released from Off-Glades Theatre Company's production of I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, which will open February 14th at the Willow Theatre in Sugar Sand Park.

Alan Cumming Joins Winter Words Festival as DJ
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025


This year's Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s Winter Words Festival is scheduled to present a range of activities for everybody including the news of a DJ set by the Theatre’s new Artistic Director Alan Cumming. 

THE LEGACY OF ISTANBUL IN AMERICA Featuring Jazz Orch & Mehter Band is Coming to NEC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025


The Jazz Studies department and the Intercultural Institute at NEC present a full-day event of The Legacy Of Istanbul In America featuring guest performers saxophonist Sam Newsome and drummer and faculty member Nasheet Waits.

ANDRÉ RIEU'S THE DREAM CONTINUES To Be Screened In 500 UK Cinemas
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025


Classical music's most cherished star André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra will be celebrating his 75th birthday with a special new cinema event ‘The Dream Continues', to be shown in cinemas across the UK from 12th April onwards.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra To Host JERUSALEM OF THE RHINE & THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LIBERATION OF DACHAU RIVER CRUISE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2025


South Florida Symphony Orchestra and participating South Florida synagogues have announced a once-in-a-lifetime journey,  'Jerusalem of the Rhine & The 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Dachau.'

The River History

Other Productions of The River

1988   Off-Broadway
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2014   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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