Victorian Theatre Reviews: Forsyte Saga & Christmas Carol
Two major stage productions bring Victorian classics to life: a lean, intense 'Forsyte Saga' in Stratford and a Sheffield-infused 'A Christmas Carol'. Discover the verdicts.
Two major stage productions bring Victorian classics to life: a lean, intense 'Forsyte Saga' in Stratford and a Sheffield-infused 'A Christmas Carol'. Discover the verdicts.
Two major theatre productions captivate audiences this season: a stripped-back 'Forsyte Saga' in Stratford and a locally-flavoured 'Christmas Carol' in Sheffield. Discover the verdicts.
Discover the top theatre streaming this month. Watch James Corden's star-making farce, a glitzy musicals night, and breakdancers interpret Bach. Stream now!
Commuters face major delays and cancellations on London Overground services due to a faulty third rail near Stratford. Plan your journey and check for updates.
Commuters face major delays and cancellations on London Overground services due to a third rail fault near Stratford. Plan your journey and check for updates.
A man was injured by shrapnel after gunshots were fired on Stratford Road in Sparkhill, Birmingham. West Midlands Police arrested three men and seized cannabis and cash. Contact police with information.
A coroner has ruled the death of Brian Mitchell, 72, who fell onto tracks at Stratford station and was hit by multiple trains, was accidental. Read the full report.
Sam Grabiner's provocative play 'Christmas Day' at the Almeida Theatre offers a stark exploration of Jewish identity and family conflict. Discover our review of this alternative festive production.
Little Bulb's Olivier-nominated 'The Nutcracker' brings a wildly imaginative, cheeky twist to the Christmas classic at St Martin's Theatre, London. A must-see festive family show.
The Paranormal Activity stage play at London's Ambassadors Theatre delivers masterful horror, leaving audiences terrified and awestruck. Read our full review of the spine-chilling production.
A driver caused £350,000 of damage after crashing an Isuzu pickup into a McLaren showroom in Hockley Heath, wrecking two supercars. Read the full details of the shocking Stratford Road incident.
The RSC stages a monumental 6-hour adaptation of Galsworthy's The Forsyte Saga at the Swan Theatre. Read our review of this ambitious new production.
An exclusive Alaskan stout, costing £25 for a third of a pint, has arrived at a Warwickshire tasting room. Discover the story behind Britain's most expensive brew.
A magical stage adaptation of Mac Barnett's festive book enchants young audiences at London's Unicorn Theatre. Discover the show's charm and book your tickets now!
Tributes pour in for Clive Borrow, the amateur actor who performed in 76 shows for Cottenham Theatre Workshop and brought joy as a pantomime dame for decades.
Clive Owen delivers a moving performance in David Eldridge's 'End', completing his theatrical trilogy about ordinary lives. Discover this exploration of love, death and remembrance at the National Theatre.
Our review of Precipice at New Diorama Theatre - an experimental climate disaster musical with confusing timelines and cumbersome lyrics. On until 13 December.
London's new Hunger Games stage adaptation receives mixed reviews for its spectacular staging but clunky storytelling. See what critics said about the dystopian production running until October 2026.
Two of Britain's finest actors, David Harewood and Toby Jones, deliver breathtaking performances in a revolutionary new production of Othello that's redefining Shakespeare for modern audiences.
A stunning new production of Shakespeare's Othello captivates audiences with Toby Jones's chilling portrayal of Iago and David Harewood's commanding return as the Moor of Venice.
London's latest theatrical adaptation of Alan Hollinghurst's acclaimed novel divides critics with its technically perfect but emotionally hollow staging at the Donmar Warehouse.
Acclaimed playwright Tanika Gupta revolutionises Ibsen's classic with groundbreaking Anglo-Indian interpretation, casting a major Hollywood star in a production that's rewriting theatrical history.
The beloved TV crime drama makes a triumphant leap to the stage in this thrilling new production that brings Badger's Drift to life with style and suspense.
The beloved TV crime drama makes a triumphant leap to the stage in this thrilling new production at Richmond Theatre, bringing the deadly charm of Midsomer County to life.
Discover our compelling review of The Line of Beauty at London's Almeida Theatre - a powerful adaptation of Alan Hollinghurst's award-winning novel that masterfully explores 1980s politics, sexuality, and hypocrisy.
The Guardian's review of 'Phar Lap: The Electro-Swing Musical' reveals a production bursting with creative ambition, spectacular visuals, and infectious energy, though narrative coherence occasionally falters in this bold reimagining of racing legend.
Jack Holden's ambitious stage adaptation of Alan Hollinghurst's Booker Prize-winning novel delivers a powerful exploration of desire, politics and the AIDS crisis in Thatcher's Britain.
Discover the remarkable story of a British theatre producer who transformed Broadway's fortunes during its darkest hour, creating an unprecedented success story that's earned multiple Tony Award nominations.
Fiona Mozley's Booker-shortlisted novel 'Elmet' receives a stunning theatrical adaptation at Bradford's Loading Bay theatre, delivering a powerful exploration of family, land, and vengeance in modern Yorkshire.
Bess Wohl's groundbreaking new play 'Liberation' electrifies Broadway with its powerful exploration of female friendship, ambition, and the price of success in modern America.