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Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING OSCAR at Reading Rep
by Jess Ashley - May 31, 2024


Micheál Mac Liammóir’s critically acclaimed one-man show delves into the Wild(e) world of the renowned literary genius. Published in 1961, Liammóir’s play has gained international success on both stage and screen, and the production has now arrived at Reading Rep, upon the doorstep of the infamous Reading Gaol.

Photos: First Look at Alastair Whatley in THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING OSCAR at Reading Rep Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024


Reading Rep Theatre and Original Theatre have released photos from their upcoming new production of Micheál Mac Liammóir’s renowned play, The Importance of Being Oscar, which will run at Reading Rep Theatre from 24 May - 8 June and star Original Theatre’s Artistic Director Alastair Whatley.

Photos: First Look at Tom Holland and Francesca Amewudah-Rivers in ROMEO & JULIET
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024


All new photos have been released of Tom Holland as Romeo, Francesca Amewudah-Rivers as Juliet, and the cast in Jamie Lloyd’s new vision of Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet, now open at the Duke of York's Theatre.

Review: ROMEO & JULIET, Duke Of York's Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - May 24, 2024


Director Jamie Lloyd has taken on the challenge of Shakespeare’s iconic Romeo & Juliet, bringing his trademark style of theatre to the Duke of York’s theatre this summer. Starring Tom Holland as Romeo and Francesca Amewudah-Rivers as Juliet, this production brings us into the world of Verona as the star-crossed lovers must fight for their love.

GREASE Producers Condemn Racist Abuse Targeting Cast Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2024


The producers of the UK & Ireland tour of Grease have released a statement addressing racist abuse directed towards members of the cast. Read the statement here.

Photos: Layton Williams, Rhea Norwood, and More in Rehearsal For CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB in London
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2024


All new rehearsal images have been released of the new cast of CABARET at the Kit Kat Club, including Rhea Norwood, Layton Williams, Sally Ann Triplett and Fenton Gray. Check out the photos here!

Review: RICHARD III, Shakespeare's Globe
by Alexander Cohen - May 22, 2024


Terry’s Richard is a hyper masculine misogynist grunting, lumbering, and bruising his way to the throne.

Review: PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS, Trafalgar Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 15, 2024


It’s nearly a decade since Denise Gough set the stage alight in Duncan MacMillan’s starkly raw study of addiction. She now reprises her Olivier and Critics' Circle Theatre Award-winning role as Emma for this harrowing and completely absorbing new production of People, Places & Things. 

Photos: First Look at Tom Holland & Francesca Amewudah-Rivers in ROMEO & JULIET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024


Tom Holland is Romeo and Francesca Amewudah-Rivers is Juliet in Jamie Lloyd’s new vision of Shakespeare’s immortal tale of wordsmiths, rhymers, lovers and fighters. Get a first look at photos from the new production! 

Review: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, Shakespeare's Globe
by Abbie Grundy - May 4, 2024


Much Ado About Nothing is a laughter-filled production with stellar performances throughout.

Review: MINORITY REPORT, Lyric Hammersmith
by Alexander Cohen - Apr 30, 2024


It ought to echo with eerie prescience in 2024 as an ever-closer prophecy for an age where AI and algorithms will dictate the minutiae of our lives. But David Haig's new stage adaption is more like a cyberpunk-themed orgy at Printworks.

Photos: Cara Delevingne and Luke Treadaway Enter Final Five Weeks in CABARET in London
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2024


Additional production photos have been released for CABARET at the Kit Kat Club, as Cara Delevingne and Luke Treadaway enter their last five weeks as Sally Bowles and The Emcee, respectively.

Review: MACBETH IN CINEMAS, Filmed at Dock X
by Alice Cope - Apr 29, 2024


An intense and well filmed release of an atmospheric production of Macbeth. Showing in cinemas from 2 May.

28 YEARS LATER Casts Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Ralph Fiennes
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 24, 2024


Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Ralph Fiennes are all in talks to star in the 28 Years Later, which serves as a sequel to the 2002 Boyle horror flick. Boyle is returning to direct, which features a script by Alex Garland who also penned the original. At this time, it is unknown who the three actors will play in the film, which is said to be the first of a new trilogy.

Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin to Talk CABARET on TODAY WITH HODA & JENNA This Friday
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2024


Tune in to see Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin on TODAY with Hoda and Jenna this week! On Friday April 26, the Cabaret stars will be on TODAY to talk the new production, which is currently running at the August Wilson Theatre. The program airs 10:00-11:00 a.m. EDT on NBC.

Photos: Get a First Look at GREASE UK & Ireland Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2024


Get a first look at photos of the UK and Ireland tour of Grease! See if the show is coming to a venue near you and learn how to purchase tickets.

CABARET Star Eddie Redmayne to Appear on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 19, 2024


Tune in to see Eddie Redmayne on Good Morning America next week! On Thursday April 25, the Cabaret star will be on GMA to talk the new production, which is currently in previews. In Cabaret, he plays 'The Emcee', a role played by Joel Grey in the 1966 and 1987 Broadway productions. At this time, it is unknown if he will be performing a number from the show.

Photos: First Look at Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin & More in CABARET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2024


Get a first look at photos of Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin and more in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club on Broadway.

THE OFFICE Cast- From Screen to Stage
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024


Steve Carell is making his Broadway debut in Anton Chekhov’s UNCLE VANYA. Did you know many other The Office stars have appeared on stage as well? Take a look back on the theatrical history of the cast of The Office!

Interview: 'You're Committed to Something Special Every Day': Actor Melanie La Barrie on HADESTOWN, Gender and Her Amazing Career Path
by Kat Mokrynski - Apr 19, 2024


Hadestown is a show that has taken the West End by storm. Recently, we had the opportunity to talk with Melanie La Barrie, who plays Hermes. We discussed how La Barrie first got into theatre and decided to move to London, how she changed the role of Hermes by removing references to the character’s gender and why Hadestown such a special show.

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