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Cast announced for Matthew Dunster’s Much Ado

Published: 1 June 2017

Casting has been announced for Shakespeare's Globe Associate Director Matthew Dunster's reimagining of raucous comedy Much Ado About Nothing, transported to revolutionary 1910 Mexico. Globe favourite Beatriz Romilly will play… Read More

Finalists announced for 2017 Wicked Young Writer Awards

Published: 1 June 2017

The Wicked Young Writer Awards, created and sponsored by the award-winning acclaimed musical in association with the National Literary Trust, have announced the names of the 115 finalists in the… Read More

Young Vic to learn How To Win Against History

Published: 1 June 2017

Seiriol Davies’ smash-hit Edinburgh Festival Fringe musical extravaganza How To Win Against History will tour the UK before a run at the Young Vic this Christmas. In the show, Seiriol stars… Read More

Rosalie Craig & Michelle Terry workshop Donmar project

Published: 1 June 2017

The Donmar Warehouse has announced a series of relaxed workshop performances of a new maternity memory play, Becoming: Part One, written and performed by theatre stars Rosalie Craig and Michelle… Read More

Mamma Mia! continues The Party in Waterloo

Published: 1 June 2017

The producers of Mamma Mia! are in the process of applying for planning permission to build a temporary venue in London’s Waterloo area, where they can recreate an authentic Greek… Read More

In rehearsal: Terror

Published: 31 May 2017

Dilemmas can be the spice of life - but some are more weighty than others. In the Lyric Hammersmith's thrilling courtroom drama, you'll decide whether to condemn or reprieve. And… Read More

Bat Out Of Hell extends world premiere season

Published: 31 May 2017

The world premiere production of the eagerly anticipated Jim Steinman's Bat Out Of Hell - The Musical has extended its London Coliseum season by two weeks due to high demand.… Read More

The Hunting Of The Snark visits Lewis Carroll library

Published: 30 May 2017

Islington Council and RGM Productions celebrated the West End première of a brand-new family musical adventure inspired by Lewis Carroll’s beloved poem, The Hunting Of The Snark, by inviting the… Read More

In rehearsal: Cover My Tracks

Published: 30 May 2017

They say that in all things music, "practice makes perfect" - but when you're as talented as the performers behind Cover My Tracks at The Old Vic, fun-fuelled rehearsals will… Read More

King Kong cast swing into action

Published: 30 May 2017

Full casting has been announced for the world premiere of Daniel Clarkson's bananas comedy King Kong, as cast members today swing into action rehearsing for the madcap production. The cast… Read More

The View From Nowhere unveils cast

Published: 30 May 2017

Casting has been announced for The View From Nowhere, a highly topical drama involving a scientific controversy which receives its world premiere in opening the new PARK90 season. Presented by… Read More

Globe announces The Winter Selection season

Published: 30 May 2017

Shakespeare's Globe has announced its 2017 indoor season, entitled The Winter Selection, in Emma Rice's final programme as Artistic Director of the venue. Playing in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, the… Read More

London theatres launch STAMP

Published: 30 May 2017

Photo: Manuel Harlan Over 20 London-based theatres and theatre organisations, including The Old Vic, Barbican, National Theatre and Soho Theatre have come together to launch STAMP (Supporting Theatre and Makers… Read More

The Girls to depart West End for UK tour

Published: 30 May 2017

Gary Barlow and Tim Firth's Olivier Award-nominated new musical comedy The Girls, based on the true story, film and play of Calendar Girls, will complete its West End stint at… Read More

Inaugural WiT Award winner announced

Published: 26 May 2017

D.A. Nixon has been announced as the first winner of the WiT (Writers in Theatre) Award, a prize created to discover and nurture new writers working in the theatre industry.… Read More

Fred Haig withdraws from On The Town

Published: 26 May 2017

Having sustained an unfortunate fracture to his foot during a preview performance, Fred Haig has confirmed his withdrawal from On The Town, it has been announced. Fred suffered the injury… Read More

Lyric in the Square returns to Hammersmith

Published: 26 May 2017

The Lyric Hammersmith has announced that Lyric in the Square, a variety of outdoor events and performances created by the theatre for the region, will return for its seventh year… Read More

British Theatre Academy announces West End musicals

Published: 26 May 2017

The British Theatre Academy has today announced a double bill of musicals to play this summer at London’s Ambassadors: family musical The Adventures Of Pinocchio, and Jason Robert Brown's coming-of-age… Read More

Alice Fearn to lead West End Wicked

Published: 24 May 2017

Wicked, the hugely popular West End musical that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, has announced is delighted to announce that Alice Fearn (Elphaba), Sophie Evans… Read More

Liz Robertson brings Lerner Without Loewe to Delfont Room

Published: 24 May 2017

One of Britain's most loved leading ladies, Liz Robertson, star of My Fair Lady, Phantom Of The Opera and Love Never Dies, is bringing her renowned cabaret Lerner Without Loewe… Read More

Shows announced for Kids Week 2017

Published: 24 May 2017

More than 35 top London shows, offering free tickets and activities for children and families throughout August, have been announced for the 20th annual Kids Week.  The London theatre initiative,… Read More

Beautiful bows out of West End in August

Published: 23 May 2017

The West End production of Beautiful - The Carole King Musical, based on the early life and career of the legendary singer songwriter, will complete its run at the Aldwych… Read More

RSC Tempest announces casting update

Published: 23 May 2017

A casting update has been announced today for the transfer of the RSC’s production of The Tempest, which opens at the Barbican from 30 June – 18 August 2017, following… Read More

National Theatre launches new Podcast series

Published: 22 May 2017

The National Theatre today launches the first episode in a 10 part podcast series seeking to interact with the social and cultural questions of our time, using theatre as a… Read More

Rory Kinnear announced as a new Ambassador for Cardboard Citizens

Published: 22 May 2017

On Friday Cardboard Citizens celebrated 25 years of making life-changing work with and for homeless people at its biennial fundraising dinner hosted by Kate Winslet. During the gala the charity… Read More

New Harry Potter images released

Published: 22 May 2017

Ahead of the new cast’s first performance at London’s Palace Theatre on Wednesday (24 May 2017), the Producers of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child release a first-look set of… Read More

The Other Palace rolls out development programme

Published: 19 May 2017

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Paul Taylor Mills have announced details for The Other Palace Development Programme and first Work in Progress series until December 2017. Having opened in February 2017… Read More

Hampstead announces Autumn season

Published: 19 May 2017

The Hampstead Theatre has announced its Autumn season 2017 for the Main Stage, including two world premieres and stars Robert Lindsay and Claire Skinner. The season opens with the world… Read More

Martin Freeman and Sarah Lancashire in West End world premiere

Published: 19 May 2017

MGC and Headlong today announce the world première of James Graham’s new play Labour of Love, with Martin Freeman and Sarah Lancashire leading the company. Labour of Love sees the… Read More

The Mentor makes West End move

Published: 18 May 2017

Laurence Boswell's acclaimed production of Daniel Kehlmann's compelling comedy The Mentor will transfer to the West End this summer. Playing at London’s Vaudeville Theatre from 24 June to 2 September, with… Read More

Stockard Channing to star in Alexi Kaye Campbell’s Apologia

Published: 17 May 2017

Hollywood and Broadway icon Stockard Channing will return to the London stage this summer, to star in a new production of Olivier Award winner Alexi Kaye Campbell’s acclaimed drama Apologia,… Read More

Adrian Mole Musical makes Menier London debut

Published: 17 May 2017

In the titular character's 50th birthday year, the Menier Chocolate Factory has today announced a brand new production of Sue Townsend’s The Secret Diary Of Adrian Mole Aged 13 ¾… Read More

Regent’s Park announces Dickens Uncovered casts

Published: 16 May 2017

Full casting and completed creative teams have been announced for Dickens Uncovered at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, two shows playing in repertory to celebrate the greatest storyteller of London… Read More

Slava’s Snowshow returns to Southbank

Published: 15 May 2017

The multi-award winning international clowning sensation Slava's Snowshow will return to London’s Southbank Centre this winter for an unprecedented fifth season of festive magic from 18 December – 4 January… Read More

Haymarket & Hilton empower future

Published: 15 May 2017

The Waldorf Hilton has announced a partnership with the charity Theatre Royal Haymarket – Masterclass Trust, giving young people an opportunity to develop business and life skills. Devoted to using… Read More

West End Bares back for 2017

Published: 15 May 2017

Following last year’s two sold-out shows, West End Bares, theatre’s cheekiest annual fundraiser, is returning on Sunday 29 October 2017 to The Novello Theatre at 7pm and 9.30pm in aid… Read More

The Other Palace hosts From Page To Stage Festival

Published: 15 May 2017

Aria Entertainment’s From Page To Stage (FPTS) have announced their exciting musical concerts and the eleven new musicals selected to be showcased during their Summer Festival at The Other Palace… Read More

Taj Express receives UK premiere at The Peacock

Published: 15 May 2017

Sadler’s Wells will present the UK premiere of Taj Express this summer, with the new production visiting The Peacock from Film City, Mumbai after a smash hit tour of America.… Read More

Hampstead announces full Gloria casting

Published: 15 May 2017

Hampstead Theatre has announced full casting for the UK premiere of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ razor-sharp comic drama Gloria, directed by Michael Longhurst. Stars Colin Morgan (recent television credits including Humans and… Read More

The Wind In The Willows announces original cast recording

Published: 15 May 2017

The original cast recording of new musical The Wind In The Willows, with book by Julian Fellowes, music by George Stiles and lyrics by Anthony Drewe, has been announced. The… Read More

I Loved Lucy makes Arts Theatre transfer

Published: 15 May 2017

Lee Tannen’s personal, funny and bittersweet play I Loved Lucy, about his 10-year relationship with TV comedy legend Lucille Ball, is to transfer to London’s Arts Theatre this summer. Playing… Read More

Acting For Others award-winners announced

Published: 12 May 2017

The winners were today announced for theatrical charity Acting For Others’ inaugural Presidential Awards. The awards celebrate the most supportive and successful fundraisers, who have helped the charity raise £380,000… Read More

In rehearsal: The Ugly One

Published: 12 May 2017

A razor-sharp comedy about beauty, identity and doing what it takes to get to the top, Marius von Mayenberg's The Ugly One centres on an engineer who is told he… Read More

Q&A: Miranda Hart on Annie

Published: 12 May 2017

Brilliant comedian and actor Miranda Hart stands on the cusp of her West End debut, with a starring role as the hilariously spiteful Miss Hannigan in the family musical Annie… Read More

Venus In Fur receives starry West End premiere

Published: 12 May 2017

Natalie Dormer and David Oakes will star in the West End premiere of David Ives’ hit Broadway play Venus In Fur this autumn at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. Playing for… Read More

In rehearsal: On The Town

Published: 12 May 2017

New York, New York, it's a helluva town - and it's coming to the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre in fantastic feel-good musical form, if these vibrant rehearsal shots are… Read More

Colm Meaney joins Cat On A Hot Tin Roof

Published: 12 May 2017

Stage and screen star Colm Meaney will join the previously announced Sienna Miller and Jack O’Connell to play Big Daddy in the Young Vic production of Cat On A Hot… Read More

In rehearsal: Annie

Published: 11 May 2017

It's A Hard Knock Life for some of the kids' characters in beloved family musical Annie - but judging from the beaming smiles on their young faces, the cast, including… Read More

Paapa Essiedu’s Hamlet to hit Hackney

Published: 11 May 2017

Paapa Essiedu will reprise his award-winning performance in the title role of The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC)'s acclaimed production of Hamlet, touring to the Hackney Empire. Directed by Simon Godwin,… Read More

The Stage Supports ambassadors announced

Published: 11 May 2017

The Stage has announced five illustrious ambassadors for The Stage Supports, the publication's campaign to celebrate and nurture on- and offstage talent in theatre and the performing arts. The five… Read More

Arthur Darvill leads Bush Theatre’s Hir

Published: 11 May 2017

The Bush Theatre has today announced casting for the UK premiere of Hir, with Doctor Who and Broadchurch star Arthur Darvill leading the show. Written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Taylor… Read More

Park gets Loot 50th anniversary production

Published: 11 May 2017

Joe Orton's classic farce Loot will receive its 50th anniversary production at the Park Theatre later this year. From the producers of the recent sell-out hit The Boys In The… Read More

Bake Off unveils 2017 judges & bakers

Published: 10 May 2017

Today, the West End Bake Off, in aid of theatrical charity Acting for Others, announced Dame Barbara Windsor will return to the judging panel for a third year alongside first… Read More

Video: Set Build for Life Of Galileo

Published: 10 May 2017

Brecht's masterpiece Life Of Galileo springs to life at the Young Vic this summer with a breathtaking transformation of the venue's Main House. Designer Lizzie Clachlan said, "Transforming the Main… Read More

Mamma Mia! announces full summer casting

Published: 9 May 2017

Global smash hit musical Mamma Mia! will be Taking A Chance on new casting this summer, with the full cast from Monday 12 June announced today. Joining the previously announced… Read More

Lion King welcomes new cast members

Published: 9 May 2017

Today, the London production of The Lion King welcomes 11 new cast members, including Janique Charles, Gary Jordan and Dominique Planter who take over the principal roles of ‘Nala’, ‘Zazu’… Read More

Winners announced for the Mousetrap Awards

Published: 8 May 2017

On Sunday 7 May, Mousetrap Theatre Projects’ Youth Forum presented the 6th annual Awards Ceremony for ‘The Mousetraps’ at the Charing Cross Theatre. These unique theatre awards were voted upon… Read More

Additional Queen Anne casting announced

Published: 8 May 2017

Additional casting has been announced for Queen Anne, in which Romola Garai will star as Sarah, Duchess of Marlborough alongside Emma Cunniffe as the eponymous monarch in the Royal Shakespeare… Read More

Donmar announces new musical casting

Published: 8 May 2017

The Donmar Warehouse has today announced full casting for The Public Administration And Constitution Affairs Committee Take Oral Evidence On Whitehall’s Relationship With Kids Company, a new musical with music… Read More

Almeida launches Figures Of Speech series

Published: 8 May 2017

The Almeida Theatre has today launched Figures of Speech, a major new digital film project interrogating the vitality of speech, rhetoric, and what visionary leadership sounds like, featuring a number… Read More

West End takes on Eurovision

Published: 8 May 2017

On Saturday 13 May Lucie Jones, who most recently appeared at the St James Theatre in Rent, will represent the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest 2017, the 62nd edition… Read More

Half A Sixpence has final Flash Bang Wallop September

Published: 8 May 2017

First presented at Chichester’s Festival Theatre, last summer’s hit Half A Sixpence will play its final performance in London on Saturday 2 September, having extended its limited season twice. Acclaimed… Read More

Royal Court’s Manwatching performers announced

Published: 5 May 2017

Rob Beckett, Nick Frost, Phill Jupitus and Romesh Ranganathan are amongst the list of performers for the Royal Court's Manwatching, a funny and frank insight into female desire, performed by… Read More

Charlotte Spencer joins Love In Idleness

Published: 5 May 2017

The Menier Chocolate Factory has today announced that Charlotte Spencer will join Eve Best, Edward Bluemel, Anthony Head, Vivienne Rochester and Nicola Sloane in Terence Rattigan’s Love In Idleness as… Read More

Betroffenheit to be broadcast on BBC4

Published: 5 May 2017

Following sold out performances at Sadler’s Wells last month, the critically acclaimed Betroffenheit, created by Crystal Pite and theatre maker Jonathon Young will be broadcast on BBC4 this Sunday 7… Read More

Kinky Boots announces summer cast changes

Published: 5 May 2017

Kinky Boots, the winner of every major Best Musical award, is pleased to announce that Simon-Anthony Rhoden will take on the role of Lola and Verity Rushworth, popular with TV… Read More

Harry Potter Broadway premiere confirmed

Published: 4 May 2017

Sonia Friedman, Colin Callender and Harry Potter Theatrical Productions, producers of Harry Potter And The Cursed Child, have today confirmed that the production will have its Broadway premiere in the… Read More

The Hunting Of The Snark transfers to West End

Published: 4 May 2017

RGM productions today announces the West End première of a brand-new family musical inspired by the creator of Alice and Wonderland’s beloved classic poem, The Hunting Of The Snark.  This… Read More

Old Vic unveils family programming & new events

Published: 4 May 2017

The Old Vic has today announced additional programming for Families, as well as new events in its Voices Off and One Voice series’. Tickets go on general sale on Friday… Read More

Casting announced for Jesus Christ Superstar

Published: 4 May 2017

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has today announced that four cast members from the 2016 Olivier and Evening Standard Award-winning production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ… Read More

National unveils Queer Theatre event series

Published: 3 May 2017

The National Theatre will mark the 50th anniversary of the partial decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales by staging its first Queer Theatre event series from 6th – 10th… Read More

Guest Post: Accessing London theatre

Published: 3 May 2017

Wheelchair user James Burgess is a frequent London theatregoer. In a guest post for Official London Theatre, James lets us know about his regular trips to the West End, where to go for… Read More

Hampstead announces Deposit casting

Published: 3 May 2017

Hampstead Theatre has announced the casting for Matt Hartley’s Deposit, a Hampstead Downstairs Original. Directed by Lisa Spirling, Deposit throws a lively and topical spotlight on ‘Generation Rent’ and the lengths… Read More

Casting announced for Adventures In Wonderland

Published: 3 May 2017

Les Petits Theatre Company and ebp in association with Creature of London have announced the cast of Adventures In Wonderland, the critically acclaimed immersive theatre experience created and directed specifically for… Read More

Max Stafford-Clark revisits Rita, Sue And Bob Too

Published: 3 May 2017

This autumn, Max Stafford-Clark will direct modern classic Rita, Sue And Bob Too in a new co-production for Out of Joint, Octagon Theatre Bolton and the Royal Court Theatre. The… Read More
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