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Thursday, September 4, 2025

Bindi Karia Appointed Chair of Trustees at Stratford East by Staff Writer

Stratford East has announced the appointment of Bindi Karia as Chair of the Board of Trustees The post Bindi Karia Appointed Chair of Trustees at Stratford East appeared first on Theatre W…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:19AM

Melanie La Barrie to Star as Death in Concert Performance of The Book Thief at Prince of Wales Theatre by Staff Writer

West End favourite Melanie La Barrie will lead the cast of a special concert performance of The Book Thief, the musical adaptation of Markus Zusak’s best-selling novel, at the Prince of W…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:19AM

The 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards to Return to The London Palladium in 2026 by Staff Writer

The 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards will take place at The London Palladium on Sunday 8 March 2026, marking the third time the ceremony has been hosted at the iconic venue The post The 26t…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:18AM

Anna Acton Joins Cast of Blessings at Riverside Studios by Staff Writer

Anna Acton will join the cast of the world premiere of Blessings, a darkly funny and moving new family drama by acclaimed playwright Sarah Shelton The post Anna Acton Joins Cast of Blessing…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:18AM

Fourteenth Cast Announced for Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution at London County Hall by Staff Writer

Eleanor Lloyd Productions and Rebecca Stafford Productions have announced the fourteenth cast for Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution, now extended until October 2026 The post F…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 04:59AM
Wednesday, September 3, 2025

CADEL: Lungs On Legs Transfers to London’s Underbelly Boulevard Soho for One Night Only by Staff Writer

Following a critically acclaimed, sold-out run at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe, CADEL: Lungs On Legs will transfer to London’s Underbelly Boulevard Soho for a one-night-only The post CADEL:…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:50AM

First Look at Joe Locke’s West End Debut in Clarkston as Rehearsal Images Are Released by Staff Writer

New rehearsal photography has been unveiled for the UK premiere of Clarkston Starring Joe Locke in his West End debut The post First Look at Joe Locke’s West End Debut in Clarkston as R…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:44AM

West End Cast Announced for Magical Merlin at St. Martin’s Theatre by Staff Writer

The cast has been revealed for Magical Merlin, the enchanting family theatre show returning to the West End this October half term The post West End Cast Announced for Magical Merlin at S…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:42AM

Cast and Creatives Announced for Unicorn Theatre’s The Three Little Pigs by Staff Writer

Unicorn Theatre has revealed the full cast and creative team for its upcoming musical production of The Three Little Pigs, a co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre. The post Cast an…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:42AM

Dancing at Lughnasa Opens Elizabeth Newman’s Inaugural Season at Sheffield Theatres by Staff Writer

Elizabeth Newman begins her tenure as Artistic Director of Sheffield Theatres with a new production of Dancing at Lughnasa, opening this month at the Crucible Theatre The post Dancing at Lu…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:41AM

Two West End Icons Unite for A Spectacular Night of Song at The Barn Theatre by Staff Writer

The Barn Theatre in Cirencester has announced a dazzling one-night-only event, A Spectacular Night of Song, taking place on Sunday 2 November The post Two West End Icons Unite for A Specta…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:40AM

First Look at Hiran Abeysekera and Cast in Rehearsals for Hamlet at the National Theatre by Staff Writer

The National Theatre has released a first glimpse into rehearsals for Hamlet, directed by Deputy Artistic Director Robert Hastie, marking his debut production in the role The post First Loo…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:05AM

First Look Production Images Released for The Producers at the Garrick Theatre by Staff Writer

With previews underway for the Menier Chocolate Factory’s hit production of The Producers, first look production images have been released The post First Look Production Images Released fo…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:59AM

Full Casting Announced for UK and Europe Tour of Smash Hit Musical The Bodyguard by Staff Writer

Producers Michael Harrison and David Ian have revealed the full cast for the upcoming UK and Europe tour of the award-winning musical The Bodyguard The post Full Casting Announced for UK an…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:49AM

Abbi Roberts Appointed as Operations Director for Stage One by Staff Writer

Stage One has announced the appointment of Abbi Roberts as its new Operations Director The post Abbi Roberts Appointed as Operations Director for Stage One appeared first on Theatre Weekly.

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:49AM

Kirsty Findlay and Ali Watt to Return to Pitlochry Festival Theatre for The Sound of Music by Staff Writer

The hills around Pitlochry Festival Theatre will once again come alive with the sound of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved musical The Sound of Music The post Kirsty Findlay and Ali Watt …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:15AM

Ronald Blythe’s account of rural Suffolk Akenfield to receive local staging by Staff Writer

Fifty years after Sir Peter Hall brought Ronald Blythe’s Akenfield to the screen, his daughter Jenny Hall is now directing a fresh stage adaptation of the seminal work on rural Suffolk T…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:14AM

GreyFriars Hotel Supports Mercury Theatre’s Youth Talent Development Programme in Essex with £100,000 Grant by Staff Writer

GreyFriars Hotel in Colchester has announced a generous £100,000 grant to support Mercury Theatre The post GreyFriars Hotel Supports Mercury Theatre’s Youth Talent Development Programme …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:14AM

MAMMA MIA! Announces New West End Cast at Novello Theatre by Staff Writer

The global smash-hit musical MAMMA MIA! has announced a brand-new cast as it extends run The post MAMMA MIA! Announces New West End Cast at Novello Theatre appeared first on Theatre Weekl…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:13AM

Wayne Brady to Make West End Debut in To Sir, With Love at the Gillian Lynne Theatre by Staff Writer

Five-time Emmy Award winner and multiple Grammy nominee Wayne Brady will make his highly anticipated West End debut in To Sir, With Love – A New Musical The post Wayne Brady to Make West …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:12AM

Punchdrunk Enrichment Announces Full Creative Team and New Artwork for Fireside Tales by Staff Writer

Punchdrunk Enrichment has revealed the full creative team behind its upcoming immersive Christmas production, Fireside Tales, alongside the release of brand-new artwork The post Punchdrunk …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 04:59AM
Tuesday, September 2, 2025

First Look: Production Images Released for The Pitchfork Disney at King’s Head Theatre by Staff Writer

Ahead of its official opening tonight, King’s Head Theatre has unveiled first-look production images for The Pitchfork Disney, directed by Max Harrison The post First Look: Production Ima…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:08AM

Submissions Now Open for MTFestUK 2026 at The Other Palace by Staff Writer

The Other Palace has announced the return of MTFestUK 2026, a vibrant celebration of new musical theatre, set to run from 27 January to 15 February 2026 The post Submissions Now Open for M…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:52AM

Wise Children Rebrands as Emma Rice Company and Announces Major Partnership with Theatre Royal Bath by Staff Writer

Emma Rice has announced that her acclaimed theatre company Wise Children will now be known as Emma Rice Company, marking a bold new chapter for the South-West-based organisation The post …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:52AM

Further Casting Announced for The BFG at the RSC by Staff Writer

The Royal Shakespeare Company, Chichester Festival Theatre and the Roald Dahl Story Company have revealed additional casting for The BFG, a magical new stage adaptation by Tom Wells The pos…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:28AM

Karis Anderson and Alistair Brammer to Star in Moulin Rouge! The Musical as West End Hit Extends into Fifth Year by Staff Writer

Moulin Rouge! The Musical has announced new casting as the West End sensation enters its fifth year at London’s Piccadilly Theatre The post Karis Anderson and Alistair Brammer to Star in�…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:18AM

Julia Burbach and ENO Present a Modern-Day Cinderella (La Cenerentola) at the London Coliseum by Staff Writer

English National Opera opens its 2025/26 Season with a bold new production of Cinderella (La Cenerentola), directed by International Opera Award-nominated Julia Burbach The post Julia Burba…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:18AM
Monday, September 1, 2025

Rehearsal Images Released for Dracula at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre by Staff Writer

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has unveiled rehearsal images for its upcoming production of Dracula, which runs from 11 September to 11 October 2025 The post Rehearsal Images Released for Dracu…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:08AM

Rehearsal Images Released for CABARET at the Kit Kat Club Featuring Reeve Carney and Eva Noblezada by Staff Writer

Rehearsal images have been released for CABARET at the Kit Kat Club, as Reeve Carney and Eva Noblezada prepare to join the cast The post Rehearsal Images Released for CABARET at the Kit K…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:07AM

Carlos Acosta to Receive Outstanding Contribution to British Theatre Award at UK Theatre Awards 2025 by Staff Writer

Carlos Acosta CBE, the internationally acclaimed dancer, choreographer and artistic director, will be honoured with the Outstanding Contribution to British Theatre Award at the UK Theatre A…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:07AM

Full Cast Announced for Jamie Bogyo’s Safe Space at Chichester Festival Theatre by Staff Writer

Chichester Festival Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Safe Space, a new play written by Jamie Bogyo The post Full Cast Announced for Jamie Bogy…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:07AM

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