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Leo Bill, Sian Brooke, Jim Norton & More to Join Benedict Cumberbatch in West End HAMLET
by Matt Smith - Apr 4, 2015


Joining Benedict Cumberbatch, who plays the title role in Lyndsey Turner's production ofWilliam Shakespeare's Hamlet, are Leo Bill as Horatio, Sian Brooke as Ophelia,Anastasia Hille as Gertrude, Ciaran Hinds as Claudius, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith asLaertes and Jim Norton as Polonius.

Ciaran Hinds Joins Benedict Cumberbatch in HAMLET at the Barbican This Autumn
by BWW News Desk - Apr 2, 2015


The Daily Mail writes that Ciaran Hinds will play 'Claudius' in Sonia Friedman Productions' upcoming staging of HAMLET, starring Benedict Cumberbatch in the title role at the Barbican Theatre.

Benedict Cumberbatch-Led HAMLET Will Be Broadcast in US Cinemas Through NT Live This Fall!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 30, 2015


Fathom Events, in partnership with National Theatre Live and BY Experience, are pleased to present 'NT Live: Hamlet' on October 15, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. local time. Academy Award nominee Benedict Cumberbatch (The Imitation Game) takes on the title role of William Shakespeare's great tragedy directed by Lyndsey Turner and produced by Sonia Friedman Productions. Captured live earlier the same day, the event will be broadcast from London's Barbican Theatre to select U.S. cinemas.

Cast Set for Sketty Theatre's RESULT at Pleasance Islington
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 30, 2015


Sketty Theatre today announces the cast for Result at the Pleasance Islington, a new play that confronts the image of glamour and wealth in football and exposes the hidden existence of depression and anxiety among young players.

Sketty Theatre to Stage World Premiere of RESULT
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 5, 2015


Sketty Theatre presents the world premiere of Result, a new play that confronts the image of glamour and wealth in football and exposes the hidden existence of depression and anxiety among young players. Co-directed by brothers Toby and Alex Clarke, and inspired by the career of a Premier League sports psychologist, it will run at the Pleasance Theatre from 21 April to 17 May, with a press night on 23 April.

Harry Melling's PEDDLING Makes London Premiere at the Arcola Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2015


peddling, written and performed by Harry Melling, and directed by the Artistic Director of HighTide Steven Atkinson, will receive its London premiere at the Arcola Theatre tonight 4th - 28th March 2015 following sold-out performances at HighTide Festival 2014 and 59E59, New York City.

Broadway's LES MISERABLES Welcomes New Fantine, Eponine, Marius, Enjolras and Thenardiers Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2015


Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil & Schonberg's Les Miserables will welcome several new cast members for its second year on Broadway beginning tonight, March 3 at The Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street).

LA Phil Presents West Coast Premiere of Unsuk Chin's ALICE IN WONDERLAND This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2015


The Los Angeles Philharmonic presents the West Coast premiere of Unsuk Chin's daring Alice in Wonderland at Walt Disney Concert Hall, today and Saturday, February 27 and 28, at 8 pm.

LA Phil to Present West Coast Premiere of Unsuk Chin's ALICE IN WONDERLAND This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2015


The Los Angeles Philharmonic presents the West Coast premiere of Unsuk Chin's daring Alice in Wonderland at Walt Disney Concert Hall, Friday and Saturday, February 27 and 28, at 8 pm.

Photo Flash: First Look at Promotional Art for West End's HAMLET, Featuring Benedict Cumberbatch
by Matt Smith - Feb 21, 2015


Benedict Cumberbatch will play the title role in Lyndsey Turner's production of William Shakespeare's Hamlet, produced by Sonia Friedman Productions and presented by theBarbican. Today, 20 February 2015, it is announced that Hamlet will be broadcast to cinemas around the world on Thursday 15 October 2015 as part of National Theatre Live. Check out a first look at the promotional art for the show below!

Official: National Theatre Live to Bring HAMLET with Benedict Cumberbatch to Cinemas This Fall
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 20, 2015


Sonia Friedman Productions and National Theatre Live have announced an international broadcast of Academy Award nominee Benedict Cumberbatch (The Imitation Game) in the title role in Lyndsey Turner's production of William Shakespeare's Hamlet, produced by Sonia Friedman Productions and presented by the Barbican, to cinemas internationally on Thursday, October 15, 2015.

Barbican Theatre's Benedict Cumberbatch-Led HAMLET to Screen via National Theatre Live This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2015


The Daily Mail writes that the Barbican Theatre's summer 2015 production of HAMLET, starring Benedict Cumberbatch in the title role, will officially be broadcast via National Theatre Live on October 15 in the UK, Europe and the US, as well as later that same month in Japan (with subtitles), plus Brazil. Tickets go on sale March 16.

LES MISERABLES to Welcome New Crew of Young Revolutionaries for Second Year on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 11, 2015


Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil & Schönberg's Les Miserables will welcome five new 'MIZ Kids' for its second year on Broadway beginning Tuesday, March 3 at The Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street).

GHOSTS AFTER IBSEN to Run 3/2-19 at the cell
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 6, 2015


the cell in association with The Furies will present a newly adapted version of Henrik Ibsen's GHOSTS entitled GHOSTS AFTER IBSEN written by Thomas Kilroy and directed by Austin Pendleton. Previews begin Monday, March 2, 2015 and the production will run until Thursday, March 19, 2015 at the cell, 338W 23rd St. The official opening will be on Friday, March 6th at 7:00 PM.

Breaking News: LES MISERABLES Announces New Leads for Second Year on Broadway; Plus Tony Nominee Ramin Karimloo Extends!
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 30, 2015


Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil & Schonberg's LES MISERABLES will welcome several new cast members for its second year on Broadway beginning Tuesday, March 3 at The Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street).

UK's Critics' Circle Theatre Awards Are Announced - Mark Strong, Helen McCrory and More Among Winners!
by Christina Mancuso - Jan 27, 2015


The Critics' Circle Theatre Awards 2014 were hosted today, Tuesday 27th January 2015, by its Chairman, Mark Shenton, at the Prince of Wales Theatre, London.

Audrey Brisson, Joseph Drake & More to Star in ROMEO + JULIET at Rose Theatre Kingston
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 6, 2015


Executive Producer Jerry Gunn today announces full casting for the company's production of Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet. Sally Cookson returns to theatre to direct Sharon D Clarke (Nurse), Matt Costain (Paris/Prince), Chris Bianchi (Friar Lawrence/ Montague), Audrey Brisson (Juliet), Joseph Drake (Romeo), Laura Elphinstone (Mercutio), Felix Hayes (Tybalt) and Javier Marzan (Peter). The production opens on 4 March, with previews from 28 February, and runs until 14 March.

Broadway-Bound HEART OF ROBIN HOOD Begins in Toronto Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 23, 2014


The Heart of Robin Hood comes to Broadway following productions in Winnipeg at the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre) and in Toronto -- running tonight, December 23, 2014-March 1, 2015 -- at the Royal Alexandra Theatre.

Lyndsey Turner to Helm LIGHT SHINING IN BUCKINGHAMSHIRE at the National?
by BWW News Desk - Dec 18, 2014


The Daily Mail writes that Lyndsey Turner is in talks to direct Caryl Churchill's LIGHT SHINING IN BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, coming to the National Theatre for its 2015-16 season.

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