London Writers' Week Announces 2018 Programme
by Stephi Wild
- Jun 20, 2018
London Writers' Week, the annual week providing access to and showcasing the best new ideas going on in new writing in the UK and the new writing version of London Fashion Week, has announced its programme for 2018.
Review Roundup: Christopher Eccleston in RSC's MACBETH
by Nicole Rosky
- Mar 21, 2018
Polly Findlay directs Christopher Eccleston in his RSC debut in the title role of Macbeth, with Niamh Cusack returning to the company to play Lady Macbeth and Edward Bennett as Macduff, in a contemporary production of Shakespeare's darkest psychological thriller. Returning home from battle, the victorious Macbeth meets three witches on the heath. Driven by their disturbing prophecies, he sets out on the path to murder.
The Barbican Announces Theatre and Dance Programme From September to December 2018
by Stephi Wild
- Mar 13, 2018
The Barbican today announces its September to December 2018 Theatre and Dance season. Tickets go on sale to Barbican Members plus on Thursday 15 March, to Barbican Members on Friday 16 March and to the general public on Monday 19 March 2018. Young Barbican tickets for 14-25 year-olds are available for all productions from September to December 2018 (excluding Imagined Touch). There are 50,000 Young Barbican tickets for art, film, music, theatre and dance ranging from £5, £10 or £15.
Jodie Whittaker Makes Introduction As First Female Doctor Who
by Tori Hartshorn
- Dec 26, 2017
As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Jodie Whittaker has made her debut in the famed role as Doctor Who, on the series of the same title. BBC's science fiction series is yet to see a women in the role. Read the full article here!
BWW Spoiler Alert: The Pop Culture and Theatre Fan's Holiday Gift Guide
by Matt Tamanini
- Nov 27, 2017
Happy Cyber Monday, pop culture and theatre fans. I know that navigating all of the obscene amounts of emails and ads and discounts can be a bit daunting when you are trying to find the ideal holiday gift for a loved one, or even for yourself. So, I have put together a list of some of my favorite potential gifts that are perfect for the entertainment lover in your life.
Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson to Lead All-Star TV Adaptation of KING LEAR for BBC
by Caryn Robbins
- Oct 5, 2017
BBC Two, Golden Globe, BAFTA and RTS Award-winning drama producer Playground and Olivier and Tony Award-winning producer Sonia Friedman Productions announced that Anthony Hopkins and Emma Thompson reunite in their third collaboration and lead an all-star cast for their upcoming production of Shakespeare's KING LEAR
Royal Shakespeare Company Announces 2018 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 12, 2017
RSC Artistic Director, Gregory Doran, today announced the Summer 2018 season in Stratford-upon-Avon, and launched the fundraising campaign Stitch In Time for the restoration and redevelopment of the company's historic Costume Workshop.
National Black Theatre's 49th Season Heads 'Black to the Future'
by A.A. Cristi
- Aug 11, 2017
Dr. Barbara Ann Teer's National Black Theatre's 49th season cedes the floor to modern-day griots with gripping, one-person tales capturing the trauma and triumph of a people. In a nod to the African tradition of the storyteller and historian who inspires and uplifts, the season is anchored by two one-person shows, The Peculiar Patriot, by Liza Jessie Peterson, a coproduction with Hi-ARTS, and Sancho by Paterson Joseph, a coproduction with Classical Theatre of Harlem (CTH) and Pemberley Productions. Themed "Black to the Future," the 49th season-which includes workshop productions by resident playwrights-seeks to take stock of the present and look to the past to predict and help shape a brighter future for Black people.
She's a Girl, Girls Are Cool - Jodie Whittaker Named Thirteenth Doctor
by Julie Musbach
- Jul 16, 2017
The regeneration is complete, and this time the Doctor is bringing some girl power to space and time. Jodie Whittaker has just been revealed as the Thirteenth Doctor on the BBC's epic sci-fi series Doctor Who. Whittaker is best know for her role as Beth Latimer on 'Broadchurch.'
Hollywood Stage Company to Launch with BENT This Winter
by BWW
News Desk
- Jan 6, 2017
The "Hollywood Stage Company" has been launched in Los Angeles as a brand new troupe of regionally-based, seasoned and up-and-coming actors, singers, dancers and stage crew whose goal is to present a series of classic and iconic live theatrical presentations.
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