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Welcome to a high school reunion with a difference: this one has an uninvited (but secret) guest. In Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ latest play, a group of friends collectively known as “MERGE” have gathered for a pre-reunion meet-up; Ursula, Emilio, Caitlin, Kristina and Paco haven’t all been in the same place together for quite a few years, so there’s lots to share - and plenty of old grievances to be aired.

The Almeida Theatre has announced a new season for 2024! Learn more about highlights from the season here!

Produced in partnership with the Marley family and starring Kingsley Ben-Adir as the legendary musician and Lashana Lynch as his wife Rita, BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE celebrates the life and music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity. Watch the new video trailer now!

 HBO Max has unveiled an expanded slate of acclaimed international originals coming to the streamer.

Amazon Prime Video has released the official trailer for Season Two of HANNA, which launches on Prime Video on Friday, July 3, 2020 in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.

Hampstead Theatre's Associate Company, The Mono Box, has announced the launch of The Monologue Library, audio recordings of renowned artists performing their favourite theatrical speeches.

Ahead of the launch of their new digital membership, h Club London (formerly The Hospital Club) has announced their celebratory event for this year's World Book Night taking place on Thursday 23rd April at 7pm via Zoom.

Kwami Odoom talks about his life as an actor and about his role in Hunger, at the Arcola Theatre until 21 November.

The 63rd BFI London Film Festival in partnership with American Express is thrilled to announce that this year's Opening Night gala will be The Personal History of David Copperfield, directed by the multi-award-winning writer, filmmaker and broadcaster Armando Iannucci and starring BAFTA Award winner Dev Patel as David Copperfield. The film will receive its European Premiere on Wednesday 2 October at Odeon Luxe, Leicester Square. This fresh take on Charles Dickens' classic novel, boasts a stellar British cast, led by Dev Patel, Tilda Swinton, Hugh Laurie, Peter Capaldi, Ben Whishaw, Paul Whitehouse and Gwendoline Christie; many of whom are expected on the red carpet in Leicester Square.  

The Emerging Directors and Music in Motion Showcase selections have been announced for the 23rdAnnual American Black Film Festival (ABFF), taking place June 12-16 in Miami.  These programs were launched with the aim of increasing diverse representation in the entertainment industry and are set to screen from June 13-15 at the Regal Cinemas South Beach.

Sophie Cookson, James Norton, Emilia Fox and Ben Miles lead stellar cast in Bafta award-winning novelist Amanda Coe's six-part drama for BBC One.

Akala is the latest guest announced to join 'MISTY' Q&As at the Trafalgar Studios.

Dates and casting have announced for new National Theatre season!

Following the sell out run at the National Theatre this summer extra dates have now been added for the return of Inua Ellams' play Barber Shop Chronicles to the Dorfman this autumn, now opening on 20 November and in repertoire until the 9 January. Tickets go on sale at midday on Thursday 31 August.

BARBER SHOP CHRONICLES, a new play by Inua Ellams, just finished a run at the National Theatre through 8 July 2017, in a co-production with Fuel and West Yorkshire Playhouse.

National Theatre has announced today the new season for June 2017 - January 2018. Take a look at the shows coming to the theatre!

National Theatre has just announced its newest season line-up. Check out what's coming below!

BARBER SHOP CHRONICLES, a new play by Inua Ellams, begins previews at the National Theatre from 30 May, with press night 7 June, in repertoire until 8 July 2017, in a co-production with Fuel and West Yorkshire Playhouse. Directed by Bijan Sheibani.

Check out these pictures from the rehearsals for The Merchant of Venice, directed by Rupert Goold and playing at the Almeida!

Full casting is today announced for Rupert Goold's The Merchant of Venice at the Almeida Theatre. Former Almeida Artistic Director Ian McDiarmid will play Shylock alongside Susannah Fielding and Scott Handy, who reprise their roles as Portia and Antonio. The company includes Vinta Morgan, Vincenzo Nicoli, Finlay Robertson, Raphael Sowole, Tim Steed, Jonathan Tafler, Anthony Welsh, Tom Weston-Jones and original RSC cast members Jamie Beamish, Rebecca Brewer, Caroline Martin and Emily Plumtree.