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Saturday, November 1, 2025

First Look at Paddington The Musical as Previews Begin in the West End by Staff Writer

As previews begin this evening for Paddington The Musical, producers have released the first images of Paddington and revealed the team bringing him to life on stage The post First Look at P…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 04:15PM
Friday, October 31, 2025

Brand-New Production Images Released for ELF the Musical at Aldwych Theatre by Staff Writer

Brand-new production images have been released for ELF the Musical, which began performances at the Aldwych Theatre on Tuesday 28 October and will run for a limited season The post Brand-New…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:34AM

Taboo Welcomes Acclaimed Director Michael Longhurst for Bold New Revival by Staff Writer

A bold new version of Taboo, the cult musical by Boy George, is in development with acclaimed director Michael Longhurst joining the creative team The post Taboo Welcomes Acclaimed Director …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:15AM

Little Shop of Horrors to Play Liverpool Playhouse for Christmas 2026 Following Hope Mill Revival by Staff Writer

Following a major revival at Manchester’s Hope Mill Theatre, cult musical comedy Little Shop of Horrors will transfer to the Liverpool Playhouse for a special Christmas season The post Lit…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:15AM

Daniel Brocklebank to Star in Young Frankenstein at Liverpool Playhouse This Christmas by Staff Writer

Hope Mill Theatre has announced that Coronation Street star Daniel Brocklebank will lead the cast of Young Frankenstein when the production transfers to Liverpool Playhouse The post Daniel B…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:14AM

Rehearsal Images Released for All My Sons at Wyndham’s Theatre by Staff Writer

Producers Wessex Grove, Gavin Kalin Productions and Playful Productions have released rehearsal images for the upcoming West End revival of All My Sons The post Rehearsal Images Released for…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:47AM

The Boy at the Back of the Class Adds New Dates to 2026 UK Tour by Staff Writer

Children’s Theatre Partnership and Rose Theatre have announced additional dates for the 2026 UK tour of The Boy at the Back of the Class The post The Boy at the Back of the Class Adds New …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:46AM
Thursday, October 30, 2025

The Mesmerist to Premiere at Watford Palace Theatre in March 2026 by Staff Writer

Watford Palace Theatre has announced the world premiere of The Mesmerist, an ambitious new production blending theatre and illusion, The post The Mesmerist to Premiere at Watford Palace Thea…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:35AM

First Look Production Images Released for Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift by Staff Writer

First look production images have been released for the theatrical world premiere of Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift, which opens tonight at Richmond Theatre The post Firs…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:54AM

The Rat Trap Announces Initial Casting for Centenary Revival at Park Theatre by Staff Writer

Troupe has announced initial casting for its upcoming revival of The Rat Trap by Noël Coward, reimagined by Bill Rosenfield, and directed by Kirsty Patrick Ward The post The Rat Trap Announ…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:26AM

Tickets Now On Sale for Beetlejuice The Musical at the Prince Edward Theatre by Staff Writer

Trick or treat, London! Tickets for the highly anticipated West End transfer of Beetlejuice The Musical are now on general sale The post Tickets Now On Sale for Beetlejuice The Musical at th…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:26AM

The Hunger Games: On Stage Extends Run at Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre Until October 2026 by Staff Writer

Performances of the first-ever stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s internationally acclaimed novel The Hunger Games and Lionsgate’s blockbuster film have been extended until 18 October…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:26AM

Mercury Theatre Colchester Announces Natasha Rickman’s First Full Season for 2026 by Staff Writer

Mercury Theatre Colchester has announced its Spring and Summer 2026 season, marking the first full programme from Artistic Director Natasha Rickman The post Mercury Theatre Colchester Announ…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:01AM

Full Cast Announced for Ballad Lines at Southwark Playhouse Elephant by Staff Writer

Aria Entertainment and KT Producing have announced the full cast for the London premiere of the major new folk musical Ballad Lines, opening at Southwark Playhouse Elephant The post Full Cas…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:59AM
Wednesday, October 29, 2025

As Yet UnScene to Showcase Emerging Writers at King’s Head Theatre by Staff Writer

Counterminers CIC and King’s Head Theatre have announced As Yet UnScene, a curated presentation of new writing extracts The post As Yet UnScene to Showcase Emerging Writers at King’s Hea…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:48AM

Stage One Announces 2025/26 Placement Producers Hosted by Leading UK Theatre Organisations by Staff Writer

Stage One has announced the eight emerging producers selected for its prestigious 2025/26 Placement Scheme The post Stage One Announces 2025/26 Placement Producers Hosted by Leading UK Theat…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:48AM

Full Cast Announced for Moment By Moment – Future Spotlight’s First Feature Film by Staff Writer

Future Spotlight Productions has announced the full cast for its debut feature film Moment By Moment, written by Alexander Sage Oyen and set for release in Spring 2026 The post Full Cast Ann…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:48AM

Cross the Line Returns to Lyric Hammersmith Theatre in 2026 Following UK Theatre Award Win by Staff Writer

Following its recent win at the 2025 UK Theatre Awards for Excellence in Arts Education, Cross the Line will return in 2026 The post Cross the Line Returns to Lyric Hammersmith Theatre in 20…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:47AM

Paranormal Activity Extends West End Run at Ambassadors Theatre by Staff Writer

The West End premiere of Paranormal Activity will extend its run at the Ambassadors Theatre through to Saturday 28 March 2026 The post Paranormal Activity Extends West End Run at Ambassadors…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:47AM

The Talented Mr Ripley Announces 2026 UK Tour Extension Ahead of West End Transfer by Staff Writer

Following a critically acclaimed 2025 tour, The Talented Mr Ripley will extend into 2026 with new UK dates announced by producers The post The Talented Mr Ripley Announces 2026 UK Tour Exten…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:47AM

Daniel Radcliffe to Star in Broadway Premiere of Every Brilliant Thing by Staff Writer

Tony Award winner Daniel Radcliffe will lead the Broadway premiere of Every Brilliant Thing, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe The post Daniel Radcliffe to Star in Broadway Prem…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:46AM

Tom Stoppard’s Arcadia to be Revived at The Old Vic in 2026 by Staff Writer

Tom Stoppard’s Arcadia returns for a limited run at The Old Vic in 2026 The post Tom Stoppard’s Arcadia to be Revived at The Old Vic in 2026 appeared first on Theatre Weekly.

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:57AM

Jack and the Beanstalk Brings a Giant Adventure to Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch This Festive Season by Staff Writer

Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch’s much-loved festive pantomime returns this Christmas with a brand-new reimagining of Jack and the Beanstalk The post Jack and the Beanstalk Brings a Giant Adv…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:39AM

Curious Puppets Festival Returns to Rosemary Branch Theatre This November by Staff Writer

The Curious Puppets Festival is back for its fifth year, running from 6–15 November 2025 at the Rosemary Branch Theatre in London The post Curious Puppets Festival Returns to Rosemary Bran…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:38AM
Tuesday, October 28, 2025

First Look Rehearsal Images Released for Ride the Cyclone at Southwark Playhouse Elephant by Staff Writer

New rehearsal images have been released for the UK premiere of Ride the Cyclone, opening at Southwark Playhouse Elephant on 14 November 2025 The post First Look Rehearsal Images Released for…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:38AM

National Youth Music Theatre Celebrates 50 Years with Ambitious 2026 Season by Staff Writer

The National Youth Music Theatre (NYMT) has announced its 50th anniversary season, marking five decades of nurturing the next generation of musical theatre talent The post National Youth Mus…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:04AM

Cast announced as A Christmas Carol Returns to Reading Rep Theatre with a Bold Local Twist by Staff Writer

Reading Rep Theatre has announced the cast for its new staging of A Christmas Carol, adapted by Beth Flintoff and set in the heart of Victorian Reading The post Cast announced as A Christmas…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:07AM

Royal Court Theatre Announces 70th Anniversary Season for 2026 by Staff Writer

The Royal Court Theatre has unveiled its 70th anniversary programme, promising a year-long celebration of new writing, landmark revivals, and ambitious national initiatives The post Royal Co…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:07AM

Wicked Witches – A Popular Panto! Brings Jeremy Corbyn to the Emerald City This Christmas by Staff Writer

Jeremy Corbyn is set to make a magical appearance this festive season, trading Parliament for pantomime in Wicked Witches – A Popular Panto! at the Pleasance Theatre The post Wicked Witche…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:01AM

Mischief to Debut First Musical Comedy Thespians with Limited UK Tour by Staff Writer

The world premiere of Thespians, a brand-new musical comedy from Mischief, and their debut musical production will tour the UK for nine weeks from May 2026. The post Mischief to Debut First …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:59AM
Monday, October 27, 2025

Beauty and the Beast Celebrates 25 Years of Rock’n’Roll Panto at New Wolsey Theatre by Staff Writer

New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich marks a major milestone this festive season with Beauty and the Beast, celebrating 25 years of its award-winning Rock’n’Roll pantomimes The post Beauty and …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:37AM

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