Battersea Arts Centre

Review: NOWHERE, Battersea Arts Centre

The world is a dark place. Every day, we seem to edge closer to the start of another global conflict. Nowhere is safe. War and destruction have become steady protagonists on our television screens, to the point where we’re growing increasingly desensitised to violence. Performer and activist Khalid Abdalla details his journey with vibrant storytelling in a stirring solo show directed by Omar Elerian. He ties Britain’s imperialistic history with the latest attacks on Gaza, weaving through personal anecdotes of friendship and protest. It’s a vulnerable, profoundly human piece that should be mandatory viewing for lawmakers and government officials far and wide. Perhaps they’ll finally understand empathy and sympathy.

Shoreditch Town Hall Appoints Four New Trustees

A major arts venue situated in East London, Shoreditch Town Hall has appointed four new trustees. Learn more about the new appointees here!

ROBIN HOOD Comes to The Egg at Theatre Royal Bath Next Month

Marrying all the joys and spectacle of Christmas theatre with a heartfelt social message, Daniel Bye's take on the legend of Robin Hood sees the reluctant hero join with a band of young people who have been cast out of a society where they have no say, and who have taken things into their own hands.

1927'S PLEASE RIGHT BACK Comes To The Southbank Centre

1927's PLEASE RIGHT BACK has announced its run at the Southbank Centre, blending live performance and animation. The show will be held from October 10-15, 2024, offering a unique theatrical experience.

Hightide Reveals First Group of Mentors For New Hightide Writer's Group

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.

BLACK IS THE COLOR OF MY VOICE Comes to Corn Exchange Newbury

On Wednesday 9 October, Black Is The Color Of My Voice returns to the Corn Exchange Newbury, after a successful run at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Hightide Reveals Full Cast For MORE… GHOST STORIES BY CANDLELIGHT

HighTide has announced the cast for its East of England tour of More… Ghost Stories by Candlelight. The production opens on 17 October, with previews from 15 October, and tours to 11 venues in the East of England.

Khalid Abdalla Will Make Solo Debut With NOWHERE

Star of United 93, The Kite Runner and The Crown, Khalid Abdalla, in his writing debut, has created an intricate and playful solo show, inspired by his involvement in the Egyptian revolution of 2011, and his experiences of the counter-revolution that followed.

BLOOD SHOW Comes To Battersea Arts Centre In November

Experience the gripping narrative of BLOOD SHOW, featuring Ocean Chillingworth, at Battersea Arts Centre from 12 to 23 November. Dive into a world of intense drama and captivating performances.

SOLILOQUIO (I WOKE UP AND HIT MY HEAD AGAINST THE WALL) Comes to Battersea Arts Centre

 Tiziano Cruz will bring the UK Premiere of SOLILOQUIO (I WOKE UP AND HIT MY HEAD AGAINST THE WALL) to Battersea Arts Centre this October. Performances run 30 October and 1-2 November at 7pm. 

Cast Set For PRINCESS ESSEX at Shakespeare's Globe

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Princess Essex, directed by Robin Belfield (Twelfth Night, RSC), written by and starring Anne Odeke (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Globe).

Photos: First Look At PLEASE RIGHT BACK UK Tour

New photos have been released showing the first look at award-winning company 1927’s UK premiere of their new show Please right back.

Review: DR ADAM PERCHARD AND RICHARD THOMAS: INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMP, Soho Theatre

It would be difficult to describe Adam Perchard as some shy, self-effacing wallflower. They follow up Bunburying (The Importance of Being Dr Adam Perchard) with another autobiographical show, this time with composer Richard Thomas, co-creator of Jerry Springer: The Opera.

Ian Rankin's REBUS: A GAME CALLED MALICE Will Return To The Stage Starring Gray O'Brien

Following the success of the critically acclaimed BBC television series, Ian Rankin's much-loved detective Rebus will return to the stage, in the stage production of Rebus: A Game Called Malice by Ian Rankin and Simon Reade, with Gray O'Brien in the title role.

PLEASE RIGHT BACK Will Embark on UK Tour

Award-winning company 1927 will returne to the UK for the first time since 2021 with their new show Please right back at the Gulbenkian Arts Centre, where they are Associate Artists, from 24 - 27 July.

MORE… GHOST STORIES BY CANDLELIGHT Will Embark on UK Tour

HighTide has announced tour dates for More…Ghost Stories by Candlelight. Following the sell-out success of their 2023 autumn tour of Ghost Stories by Candlelight, the East of England company brings together four new stories from playwrights in their home region to deliver this brand new, chilling production.

Eleanor Lang Appointed Chief Executive of The Shaftesbury Theatre

Eleanor Lang has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of The Shaftesbury Theatre in London's West End. 

Battersea Arts Centre Launches its Autumn 2024 Season

Battersea Arts Centre is launching its autumn 2024 season as part of celebrating 50 years as a home for the extraordinary.  Learn more about the lineup here!

PINCHY Theatre to Present Concert Performance of FLITCH THE MUSICAL in July

FLITCH the musical, produced by PINCHY Theatre, explores the historic Flitch Trials in Great Dunmow where couples prove their marital bliss to win half a pig. Follow Simon and Daphne's journey in this unique tradition.

Khalid Abdalla's Solo Show NOWHERE and More Set For Fuel's 20th Anniversary Season

Fuel has announced the first part of its anniversary season. The programme is a celebration of everything that has been achieved as well as a statement of intent for the future, including new work from Khalid Abdalla, Toby Olié and Melanie Wilson. Learn more about the lineup here!