Alice Birch

Review: ROMANS, A NOVEL, Almeida Theatre
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Sep 18, 2025

Alice Birch’s Romans, a novel is an expansive portrait of literary masculinity through the ages. With an ever-shifting form, an array of subtle references, and an intricate, thought-provoking script, this is a play that many will find difficult and impenetrable. At its core, however, it’s a truly perceptive piece that understands masculinity like little else.

Interview: 'Masculinity Is In Crisis': Actor Oliver Johnstone on Research, Toxicity and Patriarchy in ROMANS: A NOVEL
by Kat Mokrynski - Sep 12, 2025

Recently, we had the chance to speak with Oliver Johnstone about playing Marlow in Romans: A Novel. We discussed what his research process is like for getting into character, the importance of discussing the role of masculinity in modern times and even what it’s like to perform in a new work versus a classic piece like a Shakespeare play.

Review: BBC PROMS: SHOSTAKOVICH’S ‘LADY MACBETH’, Royal Albert Hall
by Debbie Gilpin - Sep 2, 2025

Written between 1930 and 1932, The Lady Macbeth of the Mtensk District was first performed in 1934 - and received a scathing write-up in the Pravda newspaper in 1936, due to its graphic sexual violence and murderous female lead. Whilst it alludes to Shakespeare’s infamous character, the opera is actually based on Nikolai Leskov’s novella of the same name; it also inspired William Oldroyd’s 2016 film starring Florence Pugh, whose screenplay was written by Alice Birch.

Cast Set For Alice Birch’s ROMANS, A NOVEL at the Almeida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2025

The full cast has been announced for Alice Birch’s new play Romans, a novel, a monumental, kaleidoscopic portrait of masculinity from the nineteenth century to the present day, exploring how male narratives have shaped the world we know. 

National Theatre Connections Festival Begins
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025

Last night, young people reopened the Dorfman stage for this year's Connections Festival. Ten groups youth groups from across the UK are performing new plays this week on the Dorfman Stage, recently closed for eight months due to capital works.

The Marlowe Theatre WRITERS' ROOM FESTIVAL Returns This July
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2025

The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury, has announced Writers' Room Festival – a 6-day festival of new writing celebrating talent from Kent and beyond with a programme of plays, rehearsed readings, writing workshops, talks and panel discussions.

[BLANK] Comes to Dramaten in June
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025

I [BLANK] möter vi kvinnor som på olika sätt har hamnat i kontakt med rättsväsende och socialtjänst i en brutal verklighet. De som själva har begått grova våldsbrott.

AMERICAN PSYCHO, THE LINE OF BEAUTY and More Set For Rupert Goold's Final Season At Almeida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025

The Almeida Theatre has announced Rupert Goold’s final season as Artistic Director. The final season of Goold’s tenure as Artistic Director will include 10 productions, including four world premieres, a musical revival, and reimaginings of classic plays.

a.k. payne Wins The 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize For FURLOUGH'S PARADISE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025

The 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has been given to U.S. playwright a.k. payne for their play Furlough's Paradise. Awarded annually since 1978, the prestigious international Prize is the largest and oldest award recognizing women+ who have written works of outstanding quality for the English-speaking theatre. 

Finalists Revealed For The 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025

The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has announced this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award. Learn more about the finalists and the award here!

Clive Owen, Jamie Glover, and More Join Rufus Norris' Final Season at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

The National Theatre has announced further details and casting for previously announced shows in Director Rufus Norris' final season. Learn more about the upcoming productions here!

2024 George Devine Award Shortlist Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2024

Artificial Intelligence, erasure, coercion, faith, unrequited love and social housing amongst subjects explored within the five shortlisted plays announced as contenders for the 2024 George Devine Award. 

Hightide Reveals First Group of Mentors For New Hightide Writer's Group
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2024

HighTide has announced the six mentors for the new HighTide Writer’s Group. The mentors are Alice Birch, Jez Butterworth, Lolita Chakrabarti, Dennis Kelly, Anoushka Lucas and Winsome Pinnock.

Available Light Theatre to Present LUNCH BUNCH By Adrian Einspanier
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2024

Available Light Theatre will present LUNCH BUNCH by Adrian Einspanier. Learn how to purchase tickets.

UTA Names Patrick Herold And Rachel Viola Co-Heads Of Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2024

UTA has named Patrick Herold and Rachel Viola co-heads of the agency’s theatre practice. Read more.

Orange Tree Theatre and LAMDA Reveal Programming For Greenhouse Festival 2024
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2024

The second Greenhouse Festival will return this Autumn, from 2 to 7 September, continuing the collaboration between the Orange Tree Theatre and the drama school LAMDA, celebrating the talents of emerging directors and artists.

Soho Rep Gala to Honor Berwin Lee Brown New York / London Playwrights & Celebrate Raja Feather Kelly
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2024

Soho Rep’s 2024 Spring Fête will honor Berwin Lee Brown New York / London Playwrights. The evening also celebrates Raja Feather Kelly. Learn more about the event!

Paines Plough Enters Its 50th Year And Reveals Upcoming Shows
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2024

This year Paines Plough celebrates 50 years. The company has commissioned over 500 writers and developed and produced more than 400 plays since its inception in 1974. Learn more about the upcoming shows here!

Available Light Theatre Presents YOU WILL GET SICK
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2024

Experience the technicolor journey of YOU WILL GET SICK, a play by Noah Diaz presented by Available Light Theatre. The play explores themes of illness, life, and connection, traversing various worlds with humor and magic. Featuring Jeanine Thompson and directed by Eleni Papaleonardos.

Two New Shows Will Join National Theatre At Home in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2024

The National Theatre has announced that two new productions will be available to stream on National Theatre at Home. Learn more about the two new shows and find out how to watch them now!