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Review: THE TEMPEST, Starring Kenneth Branagh
by Cindy Marcolina - May 31, 2026

Kenneth Branagh has returned to Stratford-upon-Avon to tread the boards of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, where we last saw him 33 years ago as the Prince of Denmark directed by Adrian Noble. This time around, Branagh takes on Shakespeare’s swan song under Richard Eyre. He gets to tick Prospero off his Shakespearean to-do list, and we get to watch another project where the actor-director-writer-producer sticks out like a sore thumb. Eyre struggles to keep Branagh under control.

GRANDMA GATEWOOD TOOK A WALK Will Present New England Premiere at The Public Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 28, 2026

The Public Theatre will present the New England premiere of GRANDMA GATEWOOD TOOK A WALK, the true story of the first woman to solo-thru hike the Appalachian Trail, starring four-time Helen Hayes nominee Brigid Cleary.

Interview: 'It's Theatre in Miniature': Greg Doran on His Revival of Shakespeare's VENUS AND ADONIS
by Cheryl Markosky - Apr 21, 2026

Greg Doran, former artistic director of the Royal Shakespeare Company and celebrated Shakespearean, revives his acclaimed production of Venus and Adonis, Shakespeare's greatest narrative poem, for a limited UK tour starting in June.

From the West End to DOWNTON ABBEY: A Look at Penelope Wilton's Stage Career
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 12, 2025

Since the early 1970s, Penelope Wilton has established herself as a major player on the British stage, and we are taking a look back at her expansive theatrical career, just in time for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.

Review: THE GATHERED LEAVES, Park Theatre
by Louise Penn - Aug 20, 2025

The Gathered Leaves has been away from the stage for a whole decade, but still intrigues. As each metaphorical leaf falls, we can’t help but keep watching thanks to the skill and commitment of the writer, director, cast and all involved. A theatrical treat. With topics such as autism, dementia, racism, infidelity, and mortality threaded throughout The Gathered Leaves, there is much to explore and absorb in this play. It feels real without ever being forced or preachy.

THE GATHERED LEAVES Comes to Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2025

Following the recent announcement that Andrew Keatley’s critically acclaimed family drama The Gathered Leaves will return to Park Theatre’s Park200 stage beginning in August.

MUST I CRY Comes to London
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2025

Weaving together themes of memory, the fading legacy of British rule, and the story of a rhino named Sudan, Must I Cry originates from a Hong Kong-based company with roots in Scotland.

Park Theatre Announce AN AUDIENCE WITH JONATHAN PRYCE And More for Summer And Autumn Seasons
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025

Park Theatre has unveiled a line up of theatre and comedy in its Summer and Autumn seasons, including shows set in Ireland, Japan and Italy, Edinburgh Festival Fringe hits, shows exploring the lives of artists and opera composers, and comedians performing their final previews in July before hitting the Fringe in August.

LUMINATION OF THE FORGOTTEN Comes to Hong Kong Rep
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024

Lumination of the Forgotten runs from 18th May to 2nd June at the Hong Kong City Hall Theatre. Tickets are now available at URBTIX outlets.

Did You Know? These 10 Actors Played the Role of Nora in A DOLL'S HOUSE!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2023

A Doll's House is officially back on Broadway! This all new revival is led by Jessica Chastain, taking on the iconic role of 'Nora Helmer' in Henrik Ibsen's landmark drama. While Chastain is the latest star to portray Nora, many have done so before her. Here is a list of 10 actors you may not have known played Nora in A Doll's House!

Liza Pulman Brings THE HEART OF IT to The Other Palace Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2022

Singer, actress and comedienne Liza Pulman will bring her acclaimed tour de force The Heart of It to The Other Palace in 2023, with performances on Monday 23 and Monday 30 January.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Using the Arts to Fund the Arts? Edinburgh Sees Large Ticket Sale Drop
by Alex Freeman - Aug 29, 2022

As summer comes to a close, many regional theaters are preparing to get their new seasons started - for many, this season still carries with it a lot of risk - some of the shows in their season are still shows they had intended to do at some point during the pandemic, and segments of the audience are still hesitant to return to their seats.

Liza Pulman Brings THE HEART OF IT To Wilton's Music Hall This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2022

Liza Pulman returns to London’s historic Wilton’s Music Hall next month to showcase songs from her spectacular new album in what promises to be two unmissable nights of music making.

Eryn LeCroy To Join Isaac Sutton For Broadway Israel Tour in March 2022
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2022

For the first time in Israel, Internationally acclaimed performer Isaac Sutton will welcome Broadway Star Eryn LeCroy (Phantom of The Opera) as they embark on an Israeli concert tour in March 2022 with the show 'Broadway-Israel'.

Jordan Barrow to Become First Black Actor to Assume the Role of Boq in WICKED on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2021

This evening, Wicked on Broadway, will welcome actor Jordan Barrow to its principal cast in the role of Boq. The role marks Barrow's Broadway debut, as well as the first Black actor to play the role in North America.  

Liza Pulman Releases New Album THE HEART OF IT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2021

After wowing sell-out audiences with her highly acclaimed West End tour de force Liza Pulman Sings Streisand, Liza returns with her brand-new show and album The Heart of It. 

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: June 5-6- with Alex Newell, Heather Headley, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 5, 2021

Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, June 5-6, 2021.

The Met Announces TURANDOT, SAMSON ET DALILA & More for Nightly Met Opera Streams
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 25, 2021

The Met has announced themed lineups for two weeks of its Nightly Met Opera Streams, the company’s ongoing series of encore Live in HD presentations and classic telecasts streamed on its website during the Covid-19 closure.

DON CARLO Comes to Bolshoi This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2021

Bolshoi is presenting Don Carlo, an opera in Four Acts, with a libretto by François-Joseph Méry and Camille du Locle. The original Italian translation is by Achille De Lauzières, and revised by Angelo Zanardini.

Bolshoi Theatre Reopens September 6 With DON CARLO
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2020

Russia's Bolshoi Theatre will reopen on September 6 with Don Carlo. Performances run through September 10.