David Attenborough backs theatre renaming for brother
Broadcasting legend Sir David Attenborough supports a campaign to rename a prestigious West End theatre in honour of his late brother, the acclaimed director and actor Lord Richard Attenborough.
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Charles Dance Stuns in Riveting 'Creditors' Revival
A powerhouse cast led by Charles Dance delivers a masterclass in Strindberg's psychological drama. Our review of the must-see production in Richmond.
Endgame Review: Horne & Hodge Excel in Beckett Masterpiece
A searing new production of Samuel Beckett's Endgame, starring Mathew Horne and Douglas Hodge, triumphs at Bath's Ustinov Theatre. This critically acclaimed revival finds profound humour and humanity in the play's existential despair.
Woolf's Orlando Reborn in Dazzling Sydney Theatre Triumph
Belvoir St Theatre's radical new adaptation of Virginia Woolf's 'Orlando' stuns Sydney, blending gender-fluid narrative with breathtaking theatrical innovation for a 21st-century audience.
Malthouse's 'Troy': Revolutionary Reimagining of Homer's Epic
Suzanne Chaundy's visionary production of 'Troy' at Melbourne's Malthouse Theatre dismantles Homer's myth with breathtaking contemporary relevance, exploring the human cost of conflict through a powerful feminist lens.
Katie Mitchell's Cow/Deer: A Live Sound Revolution
Visionary director Katie Mitchell stuns audiences with her latest production, 'Cow/Deer', at the Barbican. In a breathtaking feat, the cast of six performs every sound live, from whispering forests to visceral animal encounters, redefining the possibiliti
Tributes Pour In For Visionary Theatre Director Giles Havergal
The theatre world mourns the loss of Giles Havergal, the transformative artistic director whose revolutionary leadership redefined Glasgow's Citizens Theatre for over three decades.
Pinter's 'Betrayal': The Life-Changing Play That Redefined Theatre
Discover how Harold Pinter's revolutionary 1978 masterpiece 'Betrayal', with its reverse chronology and psychological depth, continues to transform actors' careers and audience perspectives decades after its premiere.
Ian McKellen Withdraws From Tour After Stage Fall
Veteran acting legend Sir Ian McKellen has withdrawn from the remainder of his acclaimed 'Player Kings' tour after suffering a fall during a performance in London's West End, sparking an outpouring of well-wishes from fans and colleagues.
Belvoir St Theatre's Electrifying 2026 Season Revealed
Sydney's Belvoir St Theatre announces a bold 2026 season, featuring world premieres, radical classics, and a landmark production of 'The Tempest' directed by Eamon Flack. Discover the future of Australian theatre.
Lincoln & Vikander stun in 'nerve-shredding' Ibsen play
The Walking Dead's Andrew Lincoln and Oscar-winner Alicia Vikander deliver powerhouse performances in a critically acclaimed, psychologically intense staging of Ibsen's 'Rosmersholm' at the Duke of York's Theatre.
Sherriff's 'Home at Seven' Gets Triumphant London Revival
A triumphant rediscovery of R.C. Sherriff's 1950 time-travel mystery, 'Home at Seven', captivates at Chiswick's Tabard Theatre with a masterful blend of suspense and human drama.
The Party Girls: Scandalous Mitford Sisters Play Review
A scintillating new play, 'The Party Girls', delves into the tumultuous lives of the legendary Mitford sisters, exploring their infamous political divides, romantic entanglements, and the glittering yet dark world of 1930s aristocracy at Canterbury's Marl
Dave Stewart Creates AI Musical for West End Theatre
Eurythmics legend Dave Stewart partners with AI specialists to create groundbreaking musical 'I, Musician', blending cutting-edge technology with West End theatre in a UK first.
'Woke' trigger warning for Sherlock Holmes play sparks fury
A new London stage adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle's 'The Sign of Four' has ignited a fierce culture war debate after producers issued a 'trigger warning' for its depiction of crime, leaving traditional Sherlock Holmes fans outraged.
Deaf Republic: Silent Rebellion Against Military Occupation
Ivo van Hove's powerful stage adaptation of Ilya Kaminsky's 'Deaf Republic' stuns audiences with a gripping tale of collective silence as defiance against oppression at the Almeida Theatre.
Deaf Republic: Royal Court's silent BSL revolution
Ilya Kaminsky's powerful play 'Deaf Republic' delivers a breathtaking theatrical revolution at London's Royal Court, performed predominantly in British Sign Language.
Noni Hazlehurst Stuns in Gritty 'The Lark' Revival
Veteran Australian actress Noni Hazlehurst delivers a powerhouse performance in Jean Anouilh's 'The Lark', a poignant and timely exploration of faith, resistance, and integrity in a new Melbourne production.
Virginia Wesleyan University removes Jane Batten name
Virginia Wesleyan University removes Jane Batten's name from its library and art village after an investigation uncovers her support for segregationist policies, marking a significant step in confronting its historical ties.
Eddie Izzard to Perform All 23 Roles in Solo Hamlet
Comedian and actor Eddie Izzard is set to undertake one of theatre's most ambitious solo endeavours, performing every single role in a new production of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet'.
Maxine Peake to Play Mary Whitehouse in New Play
Acclaimed actress Maxine Peake stars as controversial moral crusader Mary Whitehouse in a provocative new play by Sarah Wooley, exploring censorship, power and feminism in modern Britain.
Ncuti Gatwa's Rave Review Of 'Born With Teeth'
Former Doctor Who and Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa delivers a scorching review of Liz Duffy Adams' play 'Born With Teeth', praising its fierce energy and powerful performances at London's Almeida Theatre.
Michael Sheen's Nye Bevan performance hailed masterpiece
Michael Sheen delivers a powerhouse performance as NHS founder Nye Bevan in the National Theatre's acclaimed new play 'Nye', receiving a thunderous standing ovation and universal critical praise for his deeply moving and transformative portrayal.
Times Square's Broadway Theatre to be Renamed
The historic theatre that hosted Mary Poppins is set for a monumental rebrand, honouring the legacy of influential producer James L. Nederlander in a landmark moment for New York City.
Ncuti Gatwa Electrifies in 'Born With Teeth' at Wyndham's
Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa and Edward Bluemel deliver a tour-de-force in Liz Duffy Adams's razor-sharp drama about a dangerous literary collaboration between Kit Marlowe and William Shakespeare. A must-see theatrical event in London's West End.
Pitlochry's Radical Feminist Reimagining of Robert Burns
Pitlochry Festival Theatre stages a triumphant feminist reworking of Robert Burns' work, flipping the script on the bard's famous 'Toast to the Lassies' in a vibrant, music-filled celebration of female voices.
UK's Most Desired Musical Confirms Major Comeback
After years of fan campaigns, one of Britain's most beloved musicals is officially confirmed for a major revival. Get the inside scoop on the show, the cast rumours, and the anticipated return date.
Olivia Colman's Raucous London Party with Greta Gerwig
Oscar-winner Olivia Colman hosted a star-studded, laughter-filled party in London for the closing night of her play 'Roses Are Red', attended by Hollywood director Greta Gerwig and TV's Judge Rinder.
Theatre's 'Blood' Trigger Warning for Dracula Stirs Debate
A London theatre's decision to issue a content warning for its production of 'Dracula' over the use of fake blood has ignited a fierce debate about artistic freedom, audience sensibilities, and modern theatre etiquette.
The Roses REVIEW: A Devilishly Fun British Battle of the Sexes
Sam Troughton and Sophie Rundle star in a razor-sharp, darkly comic revival of Tom Wells' play about marital warfare. A must-see theatrical triumph at Hampstead Theatre.
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