Bush Theatre

JUNIPER BLOOD, THE MAIDS, and WHEN WE ARE MARRIED Set For Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025

With the critically acclaimed revival of Lynn Nottage's Intimate Apparel currently playing, Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced three new plays for Autumn 2025/26.

Cast Set For BLACK POWER DESK at Brixton House
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025

Brixton House and PlayWell Productions in association with Birmingham Hippodrome and Salford's Lowry have announced the nine-strong cast for the World Premiere of Black Power Desk.

Tom Glynn-Carney and Hayley Squires Will Star in ALL MY SONS, Limited Season Extends
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025

Tom Glynn-Carney will play George Deever and Hayley Squires will play Ann Deever in Arthur Miller's ALL MY SONS, directed by Ivo Van Hove.

Orange Tree Writers' Collective Cohort Announced by Orange Tree Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Jun 21, 2025

Orange Tree Theatre (OT) announced their Orange Tree Writers’ Collective cohort for 2025-2026 - Hassan Abdulrazzak, Azan Ahmed, Martha Watson Allpress, Catherine Dyson, Lucy Phelps, and Ben Weatherill.

Photos: First Look at Lenny Henry, Jonny Donahoe and Ambika Mod in EVERY BRILLIANT THING
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2025

Second Half Productions will soon present Every Brilliant Thing, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe and directed by Jeremy Herrin and Duncan Macmillan. Check out a first look at art featuring Lenny Henry, Jonny Donahoe and Ambika Mod.

Cast Set For THE LAST STAND OF MARY WHITEHOUSE at Nottingham Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2025

Nottingham Playhouse has announced that Tony and Olivier-nominated Samuel Barnett completes the casting for the world premiere of Caroline Bird's The Last Stand of Mrs. Mary Whitehouse, alongside the previously announced Maxine Peake.

Donmar Warehouse Kicks Off Local Schools' Tour of FRANKENSTEIN ADJUSTS HIS RING LIGHT (AND THEN STARTS DANCING)
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2025

The Donmar Warehouse has kicked off their annual schools' tour with the world premiere of Eve Leigh's Frankenstein Adjusts His Ring Light (And Then Starts Dancing).

Photos: TILL THE STARS COME DOWN at the National Theatre in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2025

All new rehearsal photos have been released for the National Theatre’s Till the Stars Come Down. Check out the photos here and learn more about the production!

Review: MISS MYRTLE'S GARDEN, Bush Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jun 7, 2025

Miss Myrtle’s garden is an oasis caught in the jaws of gentrification. As her mind starts to go, her grandson Rudy moves in with his “friend” and prods her for answers about their shared past. The generational gap is an abyss of doubt, but is that what’s making it hard for her grandson to be open about his life? Danny James King writes a sophisticated exploration of memory, grief, and identity, which, directed by Taio Lawson (the Bush Theatre’s incoming Artistic Director), becomes a touching, beautiful piece of theatre. King surrounds the stigma of dementia with lots of breathing space rooted in the unsaid, sweetening uncomfortable truths with surprising circumstantial humour. A finely tuned balance is set up: though frankly hilarious at times, the show bottles up that unbearable wave of sadness you get when you see an old person sitting by themselves.

Olly Alexander To Star in National Theatre's THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST West End Transfer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025

The National Theatre announced that its sold-out, critically acclaimed production of The Importance of Being Earnest will transfer to the West End this autumn in a co-production with Sonia Friedman Productions.

Alfred Enoch, Adrian Lester, and More Will Lead Royal Shakespeare Company's 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2025

RSC Co-Artistic Directors Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey have announced a new programme of productions playing in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2025/26, bringing together stories from across the centuries and from across the globe.

New Earth Theatre Will Host Twisted Roots Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2025

New Earth Theatre has announced Twisted Roots Festival as a brand-new initiative for the company, dedicated to showcasing new work from its 30th Anniversary Seedfund Artists Incubator programme.

Review: ELEPHANT, Menier Chocolate Factory
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 31, 2025

After two highly successful runs at the Bush theatre, Anoushka Lucas's beautifully pitched and intensely captivating solo piece now arrives at the Menier Chocolate Factory in a slightly extended form.

Shakespeare In The Squares' THE TAMING OF THE SHREW Begins Next Week
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025

Shakespeare in the Squares will celebrate its eighth summer tour with an all-new production of The Taming of the Shrew, Shakespeare’s comedy battle of wits, wills and wild romance featuring toe-tapping pop classics.

Photos: ELEPHANT at the Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2025

All new production photos have been released for Elephant at the Menier Chocolate Factory ahead of opening night. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!

13 New Associates Added at New Perspectives
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025

New Perspectives has announced the 2025/26 New Associates cohort. 13 artists from across the East Midlands will receive a year-long programme of bespoke support, training and mentorship.

Ad Infinitum Takes LAST RITES To Bristol Old Vic This July
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2025

Combining striking physical storytelling with dynamic projection and a soundtrack that can be felt and heard, Last Rites is a non-verbal solo show told through a Deaf man's perspective, exploring the poignant story of a complex relationship lost too soon.

Hightide Reveals Titilola Dawudu as New Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2025

HighTide has announced the appointment of Titilola Dawudu as the company’s new Artistic Director and CEO. Dawudu brings a wealth of experience to the role with a deep commitment to supporting new writing and underrepresented voices.

Video: Anoushka Lucas 'Shoulders' Music Video for ELEPHANT at The Menier Chocolate Factory
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025

Watch Anoushka Lucas’ new release Shoulders, from her one-woman show, Elephant, which is opening at the Menier Chocolate Factory. Watch here and learn more!

Full Cast Set For London Premiere of Chloë Moss' RUN SISTER RUN
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2025

Casting has been announced for the London premiere of Run Sister Run by award-winning playwright Chloë Moss. Learn more about the upcoming production here!