Ava Pickett

EVITA, PADDINGTON, INTO THE WOODS, and More Nominated For 2026 Olivier Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The nominations are in for the 2026 Olivier Awards. The nominees included Paddington the Musical, Into The Woods, Oh, Mary!, Into The Woods, Evita, and more. Check out the full list here!

Tickets On Sale For World Premiere Of BLOODSPORT
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

The highly anticipated world premiere of BLOODSPORT: AFTER HELEN OF TROY by Ava Pickett will open in March 2026. This new play explores the aftermath of the Trojan War through a modern lens, promising a fresh perspective on a classic tale.

The BBC Will Adapt Ava Pickett’s 1536
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026

The BBC has commissioned 1536, a new drama series for BBC iPlayer and BBC One, based on Ava Pickett’s play of the same name, from Drama Republic. Learn mroe here!

Rose Theatre to Stage THREE MEN IN A BOAT Directed by Christopher Haydon in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026

Rose Theatre has announced Three Men in a Boat, a riotous new comedy written by Al Smith, based on the classic novel by Jerome K. Jerome. Learn more here!

INTO THE WOODS, EVITA, and More Nominated For 2026 Critics' Circle Theatre Awards; Full List
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026

The Critics' Circle has announced the nominations for the 2026 Theatre Awards, highlighting outstanding theatrical achievements.

Full Cast Set For THE MANNINGTREE WITCHES at Mercury Theatre Colchester
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

Mercury Theatre Colchester has announced the full casting for the world premiere production of award-winning Mercury Playwright Ava Pickett's new play The Manningtree Witches.

OffWestEnd Awards (Offies) Unveil 2026 Nominations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

The OffWestEnd Awards (Offies) have revealed their 2026 nominations, highlighting the best in independent theatre. The awards showcase a range of emerging and established talent in the Off-West End scene.

Cast Set For West End Transfer of 1536
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026

The Almeida Theatre, Sonia Friedman Productions, and Annapurna Theatre have announced the cast for the West End transfer of 1536, with LuckyChap joining as a producer. Learn more here!

Mercury Theatre Colchester Reveals Full Cast for THE MANNINGTREE WITCHES
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026

Mercury Theatre Colchester has announced the full casting for the world premiere production of award-winning Mercury Playwright Ava Pickett's new play The Manningtree Witches.

Interview: 'Come. Be A Part of The Conversation': Artistic Director Lisa Spirling And Executive Director Hanna Streeter on Their Big Plans For Stratford East
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 3, 2025

Artistic Director Lisa Spirling and Executive Director Hanna Streeter have announced their first season at Stratford East, with exciting plans for the venue as a whole. The new season includes Here There Are Blueberries by Moisés Kaufman and Amanda Gronich, BLOODSPORT: After Helen of Troy by Ava Pickett and Choir Boy by Tarell Alvin McCraney. We had the opportunity to talk with both Spirling and Streeter about their first season at the theatre. We discussed what made each of them want to join Stratford East, some of their favourite shows they’ve seen at the venue and all about about the upcoming season!

Initial Casting Set For THE MANNINGTREE WITCHES at Mercury Theatre Colchester
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2025

Mercury Theatre Colchester has announced initial casting for the world premiere production of award-winning Mercury Playwright Ava Pickett’s new play The Manningtree Witches.

1536 Will Transfer to the Ambassadors Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025

1536, the historical drama with a modern edge, will transfer to the West End following a sold-out run at the Almeida Theatre, running from 02 May to 01 August 2026 at the Ambassadors Theatre.

Mercury Theatre Reveals Full Cohort For 2025-2026 Mercury Creatives Programmes
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced the full cohort for their acclaimed Mercury Creatives programmes: Mercury Producers, Directors and Playwrights.

HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES and More Set for Lisa Spirling's Inaugural Season at Stratford East
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2025

Lisa Spirling has announced her first season as Artistic Director and Co-CEO of Stratford East, alongside new Executive Director Hanna Streeter and Associate Artistic Director Jade Lewis.

Stage Debut Awards 2025 Winners; Rachel Zegler Wins Best West End Debut, Full List
by Gillian Blum - Sep 29, 2025

Winners of The Stage Debut Awards 2025, in association with Netflix, were revealed on September 28 at a star-studded ceremony, with big-name winners like Rachel Zegler. See the full list of who won.

Abbi Roberts Appointed As Operations Director For Stage One
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025

Stage One has appointed Abbi Roberts, previously Director of Development and Communications at Mercury Theatre, as its new Operations Director.

Photos: EMMA In Rehearsal At Rose Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2025

Rose Theatre will present the world premiere of Emma, Ava Pickett’s new adaptation of Jane Austen’s timeless story of romance, friendship, and the tricky business of figuring out what truly makes us happy. Check out photos from inside the rehearsal room!

Cast and Crew of EVITA, STEREOPHONIC, and More Nominated For The Stage Debut Awards 2025
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025

The Stage Debut Awards have announced the nominees for 2025. The winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony next month. Check out the full list of nominations here!

Full Cast and Creative Team Set For EMMA at the Rose Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2025

In celebration of the 250th anniversary year of Jane Austen’s birth, one of Britain’s most beloved novelists, the Rose Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Ava Pickett’s (1536) new adaptation of Emma.

Review: 1536, Almeida Theatre
by Katie Kirkpatrick - May 15, 2025

Rumours are flying, people are f**king, and the queen’s been taken to the tower. Ava Pickett’s debut play 1536 tears through a story of female sexuality and male violence, bringing a distinctly twenty-first century language and sensibility to the era of Anne Boleyn.