Anupama Chandrasekhar
Anupama Chandrasekhar is a playwright whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Jungle Book.
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Full Cast Set For THE JUNGLE BOOK at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026
The National Theatre has announced full casting for Anupama Chandrasekhar's stage adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book, directed by Indhu Rubasingham and featuring Olivier winner Hiran Abeysekera as Mowgli with innovative puppetry by Lume.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026
The National Theatre has announced full casting for Anupama Chandrasekhar's stage adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book, directed by Indhu Rubasingham and featuring Olivier winner Hiran Abeysekera as Mowgli with innovative puppetry by Lume.
Ciarán Hinds, Tracy Letts, Eight World Premieres and More Set for National Theatre's 2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2026
The National Theatre’s 2027 programme will include eight world premieres alongside much-loved classics, and a unique reach that extends across stages, screens and communities.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2026
The National Theatre’s 2027 programme will include eight world premieres alongside much-loved classics, and a unique reach that extends across stages, screens and communities.
Cate Blanchett, Anne-Marie Duff, and More Join National Theatre's 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
The National Theatre announced further casting and dates for its 2026 season, including Cate Blanchett in ELECTRA/PERSONA, Anne-Marie Duff in SOME WOMAN, and new casts for CLOUD 9 and THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE.
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
The National Theatre announced further casting and dates for its 2026 season, including Cate Blanchett in ELECTRA/PERSONA, Anne-Marie Duff in SOME WOMAN, and new casts for CLOUD 9 and THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE.
New Staging of THE JUNGLE BOOK Comes to the National Theatre in November
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026
This festive season, the National Theatre will stage Anupama Chandrasekhar's (The Father and the Assassin) new play, an adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's beloved family tale The Jungle Book, directed by Indhu Rubasingham.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026
This festive season, the National Theatre will stage Anupama Chandrasekhar's (The Father and the Assassin) new play, an adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's beloved family tale The Jungle Book, directed by Indhu Rubasingham.
Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and More Lead 2026 Programming at The National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
The National Theatre will present a star-studded 2026 season with Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and others enhancing its global reach. Learn more about the full lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
The National Theatre will present a star-studded 2026 season with Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and others enhancing its global reach. Learn more about the full lineup here!
LITTLE BROTHER Comes to Soho Theatre This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2025
Soho Theatre has announced its 2025 theatre season, with the world premiere of LITTLE BROTHER by Eoin McAndrew, winner of the 2024 Verity Bargate Award, this October. Tickets are now on sale.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2025
Soho Theatre has announced its 2025 theatre season, with the world premiere of LITTLE BROTHER by Eoin McAndrew, winner of the 2024 Verity Bargate Award, this October. Tickets are now on sale.
Self Esteem Joins 2024 Verity Bargate Award Judging Panel
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024
Soho Theatre's iconic new writing competition, the Verity Bargate Award, sponsored by Character 7, opens today.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024
Soho Theatre's iconic new writing competition, the Verity Bargate Award, sponsored by Character 7, opens today.
Soho Theatre Presents BOYS ON THE VERGE OF TEARS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2024
Get the latest updates on the world premiere of BOYS ON THE VERGE OF TEARS at Soho Theatre, featuring a cast and creative team of stage and screen stars.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2024
Get the latest updates on the world premiere of BOYS ON THE VERGE OF TEARS at Soho Theatre, featuring a cast and creative team of stage and screen stars.
Verity Bargate Award Submissions Open This April
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 29, 2024
Soho Theatre has announced the April submissions launch for its prestigious new writing competition, the Verity Bargate Award, sponsored by Character 7.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 29, 2024
Soho Theatre has announced the April submissions launch for its prestigious new writing competition, the Verity Bargate Award, sponsored by Character 7.
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!
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!
Indhu Rubasingham Appointed Director of the National Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 13, 2023
The National Theatre has announced the appointment of Indhu Rubasingham as the next Director and Joint Chief Executive of the National Theatre.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 13, 2023
The National Theatre has announced the appointment of Indhu Rubasingham as the next Director and Joint Chief Executive of the National Theatre.
Review: THE FATHER AND THE ASSASSIN, National Theatre
by Mica Blackwell - Sep 15, 2023
First opening in 2022, Anupama Chandrasekhar's (When the Crows Visit) debut play for The National Theatre, The Father and The Assassin . One of India’s most prominent and taboo-busting playwrights, her historical epic returns to the Olivier stage, now with Olivier winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life Of Pi) taking over as the titular assassin.
by Mica Blackwell - Sep 15, 2023
First opening in 2022, Anupama Chandrasekhar's (When the Crows Visit) debut play for The National Theatre, The Father and The Assassin . One of India’s most prominent and taboo-busting playwrights, her historical epic returns to the Olivier stage, now with Olivier winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life Of Pi) taking over as the titular assassin.
National Theatre Celebrates 60 Years With Free Tickets for 16–25-Year-Olds
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023
As the National Theatre prepares to mark 60 years of entertaining and inspiring audiences around the world on 22 October, a birthday present of 3,600 free tickets, 60 tickets for 60 performances in October, will be available for 16–25-year-olds to book for productions on the South Bank and in the West End. Learn more about the initiative and how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023
As the National Theatre prepares to mark 60 years of entertaining and inspiring audiences around the world on 22 October, a birthday present of 3,600 free tickets, 60 tickets for 60 performances in October, will be available for 16–25-year-olds to book for productions on the South Bank and in the West End. Learn more about the initiative and how to get tickets here!
Photos: First Look at THE FATHER AND THE ASSASSIN Returning to the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2023
The National Theatre has released images for Anupama Chandrasekhar’s critically acclaimed The Father and the Assassin, directed by the Kiln Theatre’s Artistic-Director, Indhu Rubasingham.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2023
The National Theatre has released images for Anupama Chandrasekhar’s critically acclaimed The Father and the Assassin, directed by the Kiln Theatre’s Artistic-Director, Indhu Rubasingham.
Full Cast Announced for the Return of THE FATHER AND THE ASSASSIN at the National Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 19, 2023
The National Theatre has announced the full cast for Anupama Chandrasekhar’s critically acclaimed The Father and the Assassin, directed by the Kiln Theatre’s Artistic-Director, Indhu Rubasingham. This gripping new play by one of India’s most exciting playwrights, returns to the Olivier Theatre from 8 September.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 19, 2023
The National Theatre has announced the full cast for Anupama Chandrasekhar’s critically acclaimed The Father and the Assassin, directed by the Kiln Theatre’s Artistic-Director, Indhu Rubasingham. This gripping new play by one of India’s most exciting playwrights, returns to the Olivier Theatre from 8 September.
Indhu Rubasingham Steps Down As Artistic Director Of Kiln Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2023
Kiln Theatre has announced that Indhu Rubasingham will step down as Artistic Director of the company, leaving early 2024, having led the company for over a decade.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2023
Kiln Theatre has announced that Indhu Rubasingham will step down as Artistic Director of the company, leaving early 2024, having led the company for over a decade.
National Theatre Will Present Roald Dahl's THE WITCHES From Dave Malloy and More
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2023
The National Theatre has announced two new productions, Roald Dahl's The Witches, in a co-production with the Roald Dahl Story Company, and The Effect, in association with The Jamie Lloyd Company.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2023
The National Theatre has announced two new productions, Roald Dahl's The Witches, in a co-production with the Roald Dahl Story Company, and The Effect, in association with The Jamie Lloyd Company.
IN THE AMAZON WAREHOUSE PARKING LOT By Sarah Mantell Wins The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2023
The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has been awarded to U.S. playwright Sarah Mantell for their play In the Amazon Warehouse Parking Lot.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2023
The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has been awarded to U.S. playwright Sarah Mantell for their play In the Amazon Warehouse Parking Lot.
Playwright Sarah Mantell Wins The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2023
The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has been awarded to U.S. playwright Sarah Mantell for their play In the Amazon Warehouse Parking Lot.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2023
The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has been awarded to U.S. playwright Sarah Mantell for their play In the Amazon Warehouse Parking Lot.
The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize Names 10 Finalists Including Zadie Smith, Francisca Da Silveira & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 8, 2023
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has announced 10 Finalists for its prestigious playwriting award, the oldest and largest international prize awarded to women+ playwrights.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 8, 2023
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has announced 10 Finalists for its prestigious playwriting award, the oldest and largest international prize awarded to women+ playwrights.
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How many shows has Anupama Chandrasekhar written?
Anupama Chandrasekhar has written 2 shows including When The Crows Visit (Playwright), The Jungle Book (Adaptor).
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