Christopher Luscombe

Review: LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST & MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, Orange Tree on the Hill
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Aug 10, 2026

There has long been discussion that Shakespeare's Love's Labour's Lost and Much Ado About Nothing may have been intended to be connected in some way. Love's Labour's Lost  ends abruptly with no conclusion to the promises of rekindling love connections and Much Ado About Nothing never explains the incredibly fractious relationship between Benedick and Beatrice. Christopher Luscombe paired the two plays back in 2015 at the RSC and now director Tom Littler stitches both plays together in gorgeous al fresco productions, as the Orange Tree theatre continues its renovation.

PRIVATE LIVES to Open in Melbourne Starring Hugh Bonneville & Lisa McCune
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 3, 2026

Melbourne's Princess Theatre will host a new production of Noël Coward's PRIVATE LIVES following record-breaking ticket sales for the show's Sydney season.

Photos: THE MAGIC FLUTE to Open at Santa Fe Opera in New Co-Production With Garsington Opera
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 6, 2026

Santa Fe Opera will present a new co-production of Mozart's THE MAGIC FLUTE, directed by Christopher Luscombe in his company debut, with a new English translation by Jeremy Sams and a cast featuring Will Liverman and Joélle Harvey. Check out photos of the production.

Hugh Bonneville & Lisa McCune To Lead PRIVATE LIVES Australian Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026

Hugh Bonneville will make his Australian stage debut alongside Lisa McCune in a new production of Noël Coward's PRIVATE LIVES at Theatre Royal Sydney, directed by RSC associate Christopher Luscombe.

Review: ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Casino De Paris
by Patrick Honoré - Jun 27, 2026

Paris hit record temperatures Friday night & the Casino de Paris had no AC — but the cast of Rocky Horror Show refused to melt. Sweat-mopped floors, mid-show breaks, a crowd that cheered every return: Morgan Jackson as Rocky was nothing short of extraordinary. Theatre as it should be. 🩲👏 #RockyHorrorShow #CasinoDeParis #Paris #Canicule

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Will Come to Storyhouse Chester
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026

Richard O'Brien's cult classic musical will play Storyhouse in Chester as part of a national tour, with Stephen Webb leading the cast as Dr Frank-N-Furter alongside Jackie Clune, James Bisp, and Haley Flaherty.

Stephen Webb on THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
by Natalie O'Donoghue - May 12, 2026

Stephen Webb on touring with The Rocky Horror Picture Show which comes to Glasgow's Pavilion Theatre in June.

GYPSY in Japan: Producers Walk Back Title Change Ahead of 2026 Revival
by Joshua Wright - May 8, 2026

The Japanese revival of GYPSY will retain its original title when it returns to the stage in 2026, reversing an earlier decision to present the production under the name 'Rose.'

Video: First Look at THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW UK Tour
by Michael Major - May 8, 2026

Watch a video preview of the UK Tour of The Rocky Horror Show. Directed by Christopher Luscombe, The Rocky Horror Show is the biggest party and features timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Time Warp, and more.

Jackie Clune Cast as The Narrator in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Grand Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

Richard O'Brien's THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is continuing its journey across the UK, bringing its unique blend of glam, glitter and outrageous fun to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Monday 13 – Saturday 18 April 2026.

Review: ROCKY HORROR SHOW at The Civic, Auckland
by Glenda Pearce - Mar 2, 2026

On a sultry Auckland night (in more ways than one), an expectant crowd gathered, some in drag and raucous garb, others bustling from a long week of work. The majestic Civic Theatre beckoned with ample arms, its two tiered hall resplendent in historic finery. The scene was set for Richard O’Brien’s legendary show to explode on opening night – and, boy, did it deliver!

Japanese Revival of GYPSY Will Be Titled ROSE for 2026 Production
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2026

The upcoming Japanese revival of their 2023 production of Gypsy will be presented under a new title. When the production returns to the stage in 2026, it will be known in Japan as Rose.

Interview: Stephen Webb of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Grand Théâtre
by David Sousa Lopes - Jan 2, 2026

This week, we had the pleasure of interviewing Stephen Webb, the actor currently playing Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Show. Ahead of the show’s premiere at the Grand Théâtre, the acclaimed actor took a moment to answer some of our questions.

National Youth Opera Academy to Launch Summer Training With The Young Voices Of The Santa Fe Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

The National Youth Opera Academy, in collaboration with the Young Voices of the Santa Fe Opera, will offer an intensive new summer program for aspiring high school vocal artists.

Review: FALLEN ANGELS, Menier Chocolate Factory
by Laura Jones - Dec 3, 2025

The 2025 revival of Noel Coward's Fallen Angels at the Menier Chocolate Factory, directed by Christopher Luscombe, offers a polished, refined evening of comedy, one that reminds us why Coward's wit, even after a century, can still sparkle with mischief. This is the first London production in 25 years, and it arrives with a cast that honours the play’s flirtatious, farcical spirit while also ensuring the characters retain warmth and vulnerability.

Photos: Menier Chocolate Factory’s FALLEN ANGELS In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025

Menier Chocolate Factory has released new rehearsal photos for FALLEN ANGELS, Noël Coward’s comedy directed by Christopher Luscombe. The production begins previews November 21, opens December 2, and runs through February 21, 2026.

Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW in tour in Italia
by Sara Altea Balestra - Nov 5, 2025

Il film con Tim Curry e Susan Sarandon festeggia 50 anni ma è pronto a conquistare nuovamente il pubblico italiano. “The Rocky Horror Show”, il leggendario e trasgressivo musical di Richard O’Brien torna al TAM Teatro Arcimboldi con una straordinaria novità: la popstar internazionale Jason Donovan nel ruolo di Frank ‘n’ Furter dal 18 al 23 novembre. Nelle altre date del tour, il ruolo di Frank ‘n’ Furter verrà interpretato da Stephen Webb.

Jason Donovan encabeza el regreso de THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW a Barcelona
by Laia Galiana Massanet - Oct 24, 2025

El musical de Richard O’Brien llega al Teatre Coliseum directamente desde el West End londinense

Jason Donovan Will Return to THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW For UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025

Back by popular demand, singing superstar Jason Donovan will return to the iconic role of Frank ‘n’ Furter in Richard O’Brien’s legendary Rocky Horror Show for the 2026 UK tour.

Previews: LA NUOVA STAGIONE 2025/2026 DEL TEATRO BRANCACCIO
by Ettore Farrattini - Sep 24, 2025

LA NUOVA STAGIONE DEL TEATRO BRANCACCIO UN CARTELLONE RICCO DI NOVITA' E DI GRADITI RITORNI