Alice Hamilton

Cast and Creative Team Set For World Premiere of FIREWING By David Pearson
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026

Hampstead Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of FIREWING, a new play by David Pearson. Learn more about the show here!

Photos: Inside The Women's Prize for Playwriting Ceremony at @sohoplacetheatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026

All new photos have been released from The Women's Prize for Playwriting at @sohoplacetheatre which took place on 9th February. Check out the photos here!

SAPLING By Georgina Duncan Wins The Women’s Prize For Playwriting
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026

Sapling by Georgina Duncan has won the Women’s Prize for Playwriting, selected from a record number of submissions. The prize is produced by Ellie Keel Productions and Paines Plough and supports female and non-binary playwrights.

Alice Hamilton Named Head of Artistic Development at Hampstead Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026

Hampstead Theatre has appointed Alice Hamilton as the new Head of Artistic Development and actor David Morrissey joins its board, enhancing the theatre's leadership.

Finalists Revealed For the Women's Prize For Playwriting 2025
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025

The Women’s Prize for Playwriting - produced by Ellie Keel Productions and Paines Plough - today announces the five finalist scripts for its 2025 Award, selected from a record-breaking 1,275 submissions.

KIMBERLY AKIMBO European Premiere and More Come to Hampstead Theatre In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2025

Hampstead Theatre will present a 2026 season that includes the European premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, alongside five world and European premieres and the London stage directing debut of Stanley Tucci.

Shortlisted Scripts Announced For The Women’s Prize For Playwriting 2025
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025

The Women’s Prize for Playwriting has announced the 20 shortlisted scripts for its 2025 award, selected from a record-breaking 1,275 submissions. Check out the list here!

Longlisted Plays Revealed For The Women's Prize For Playwriting 2025
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025

The Women's Prize for Playwriting - produced by Ellie Keel Productions and Paines Plough - has announced the 41 longlisted scripts for its 2025 award, selected from a record-breaking 1,275 submissions.

The Women's Prize For Playwriting Returns For 2025 With First Prize Of £20,000
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2024

The Women’s Prize for Playwriting, produced by Ellie Keel and Paines Plough, today announces its return for 2025. This year sees the largest ever prize fund for WPP with a first prize of £20,000.

Video: KING JAMES at Hampstead Theatre Trailer
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 30, 2024

Watch the trailer for King James by Rajiv Joseph, running now at Hampstead Theatre in the video here! Directed by Alice Hamilton, the production stars Ényì Okoronkwo and Sam Mitchell.

Review Roundup: KING JAMES at Hampstead Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024

See what the critics are saying about King James at Hampstead Theatre. Read the reviews for the production of the play by Rajiv Joseph and learn more!

Review: KING JAMES, Hampstead Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Nov 22, 2024

We all know that sport is easily the most straightforward gateway for male friendships. Whether it’s watching any sort of match or meeting up for a five-a-side game, so many men only bond when they’re supporting the same team. Rajiv Joseph builds King James at the intersection between the human need to be social and healthy sportsmanship.

Review Roundup: THE LIGHTEST ELEMENT at Hampstead Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2024

See what the critics are saying about The Lightest Element at Hampstead Theatre. Read the reviews and learn more about the production.

Review: THE HARMONY TEST, Hampstead Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - May 24, 2024

Good writing doesn’t have to explode off the stage, but can gently lull you with buckets of charm and laser point focus.

Orange Tree Theatre Announces New Ot Associate Artists In First Cohort Under Artistic Director Tom Littler
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024

Orange Tree Theatre has announced 10 new artistic associates, marking the first cohort under the leadership of Artistic Director Tom Littler.

Review: OUT OF SEASON, Hampstead Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - Feb 23, 2024

The odd-couple set up is a well worn path, but there’s more than meets the eye to Neil D’Souza’s bittersweet comedy.

19th Annual Olwen Wymark Awards Winners Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2023

WGGB presents its annual awards for the encouragement of new writing in London on Friday 1 December 2023.

Hampstead Theatre Announces New Spring Season
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Nov 23, 2023

Spring 2024 will see four world premieres, one UK premiere, and one English language premiere by acclaimed writers including April De Angelis, Stephen Adly Guirgis, Christopher Hampton and Richard Nelson alongside rising playwrights Sarah Power and Richard Molloy.

Review: NINETEEN GARDENS, Hampstead Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Nov 10, 2023

Nineteen Gardens is one of those layered pieces. Some will see a callous attempt at arbitrary retaliation, others will find an extremely detailed representation of English society. An excellent chance for discussion.

Magdalena Miecznicka to Make Playwriting Debut at Hampstead Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 27, 2023

Magdalena Miecznicka is set to make her playwriting debut at Hampstead Theatre with Nineteen Gardens, an intimate two-hander directed by Alice Hamilton and starring Olivia Le Andersen and David Sturzaker.