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OTHELLO With Sharon D Clarke and More Join The RSC's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2026

The RSC announced new productions for its 2026-27 season, including Sharon D Clarke in OTHELLO, a world premiere by Stewart Pringle, and a touring MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR visiting regional theatres across England.

Tom Stoppard’s JUMPERS Will Be Revived at Hampstead Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026

Tom Stoppard's Jumpers will be revived at Hampstead Theatre later this year, alongside the premieres of three new plays. Learn more about the lineup here!

Review: STAGE KISS, Hampstead Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - May 15, 2026

Art imitates life, and life imitates art in Sarah Ruhl’s 2014 play Stage Kiss. When two ex-lovers are cast in the same show, their on-stage relationship bleeds into their off-stage one, and vice versa. The weight of their baggage threatens to ruin their relationships, but Ruhl is excessively compassionate and wholly unoriginal.

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.

Full Cast Set for UK Premiere of STAGE KISS at Hampstead Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

MyAnna Buring and Patrick Kennedy lead the UK premiere of Sarah Ruhl's romantic comedy STAGE KISS at Hampstead Theatre, directed by Blanche McIntyre, running May 8 to June 13.

Alex Kingston and Richard Schiff to Star in COPENHAGEN at Hampstead Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026

Michael Frayn’s Copenhagen will receive its first London staging since its 1998 premiere in a new production. Opening at Hampstead Theatre in March. The cast will feature Alex Kingston and Richard Schiff.

Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough Appoints Annelie Powell as New Casting Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

The Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough will welcome a new Casting Director, Annelie Powell. Annelie will be casting most of the SJT's own productions, starting with Murder for Two.

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.

Jill Halfpenny Joins PRIVATE LIVES at The Royal Exchange Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2026

Olivier-winning stage and screen actor Jill Halfpenny will return to the Royal Exchange Theatre in Noël Coward's PRIVATE LIVES, playing the role of Amanda Prynne. Learn more here!

Photos: Tracy-Ann Oberman and Jennifer Westfeldt in Rehearsals for ASSEMBLED PARTIES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2025

Hampstead Theatre has shared a glimpse into the rehearsal room for the UK premiere of Richard Greenberg’s The Assembled Parties directed by Blanche McIntyre and starring Tracy-Ann Oberman and Jennifer Westfeldt.

Jennifer Westfeldt Makes London Theatre Debut in THE ASSEMBLED PARTIES
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025

Tony Award nominated actress Jennifer Westfeldt will star alongside Tracy-Ann Oberman in the European premiere of Richard Greenberg’s The Assembled Parties this October.

Paapa Essiedu, Maxine Peake, Claudia Jessie, Fionn Whitehead & Jenny Beavan Named Open Door Ambassadors
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025

Open Door, the award-winning charity helping actors and behind the scenes creatives from low income backgrounds secure places at leading drama schools, has unveiled a string of new high profile ambassadors.

Review: POOR CLARE, Orange Tree Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 19, 2025

Poor Clare, written by Chiara Atik and directed by Blanche McIntyre, tells the story of how Clare (Arsema Thomas) is influenced by fellow Assisi resident Francis (Freddy Carter) to abandon her life of riches and become devoted to God, founding the Order of Poor Ladies as a discipline of the soon-to-be Saint Francis. The play opens with Clare getting her hair done in a complicated style by two of her servants, Peppa (Liz Kettle) and Alma (Jacoba Williams), discussing the concept of poverty and what can be done about it. 

Interview: 'We're Not Expecting Sainthood': Actor Liz Kettle on Hot Rehearsals and Thought-Provoking Content in POOR CLARE at the Orange Tree Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 15, 2025

Recently, we had the chance to speak with Liz Kettle, who plays Peppa, one of Clare’s servants. We discussed how she went from Art History to Shakespeare, the importance of the messages in Poor Clare and even what she hopes audiences take away from the show.

Full Cast Set For Chiara Atik's POOR CLARE at Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2025

Orange Tree Theatre has announced the full cast for Chiara Atik’s Poor Clare. Directed by Blanche McIntyre, Poor Clare opens at Orange Tree Theatre next month.

Review: LETTERS FROM MAX, Hampstead Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jun 3, 2025

Based on Sarah Ruhl’s eponymous 2018, the stage adaptation of Letters from Max is downright harrowing. It follows her correspondence with a brilliant former student of hers, Max Ritvo, whose sudden cancer recurrence in his early 20s echoes in Ruhl’s life. As the pair discuss illness and artistry, the real power of the poet comes into focus.

Felicity Kendal, Tracy-Ann Oberman and More Featured in Hampstead Theatre Autumn 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025

Hampstead Theatre has unveiled its Autumn 2025 season featuring a mix of premieres and a celebrated revival. See the full season here and learn how to purchase tickets!

Arsema Thomas and Freddy Carter Will Lead Chiara Atik's POOR CLARE at Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2025

Orange Tree Theatre has announced that Arsema Thomas, who will make her stage debut, and Freddy Carter will star in Chiara Atik’s Poor Clare. Learn more here!

Cast Set For Sarah Ruhl's LETTERS FROM MAX at Hampstead Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2025

Hampstead Theatre has announced the cast for the European premiere of Sarah Ruhl's Letters From Max which plays Hampstead Downstairs beginning next month. Learn more here!

Review Roundup: APEX PREDATOR World Premiere at Hampstead Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025

Hampstead Theatre is presenting the world premiere of Apex Predator by John Donnelly. Learn more about the production and see what the critics are saying in BroadwayWorld's review roundup.