Clive Francis

Review: ENDGAME, Starring Douglas Hodge, Theatre Royal Bath
by Cheryl Markosky - Sep 24, 2025

Douglas Hodge commendably leads a star-studded cast in Lindsay Posner's new adaptation of Endgame at Theatre Royal Bath's intimate Ustinov Studio.

The Mill At Sonning Launches A £125,000 Crowdfunder Campaign For Infrastructure Upgrades
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2025

The Mill at Sonning, one of the only dinner theatres in the UK, which gets no grant or public subsidy, is today (Tuesday 23) launching a Crowdfunder campaign to pay for vital upgrades to its Grade 2 Listed building and give it a secure future.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 9, 2025
by - Sep 9, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 9, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Photos: Douglas Hodge, Mathew Horne & More in ENDGAME
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025

Ustinov Studio is now presenting ENDGAME, with award-winning actor, director and writer Douglas Hodge and acclaimed film and television actor Clive Francis joining the previously announced Mathew Horne and Selina Cadell in Samuel Beckett’s macabre comedy. Check out photos from inside rehearsals.

Samuel Beckett's ENDGAME Comes to Ustinov Studio, Theatre Royal Bath
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2025

The star-studded cast of the Ustinov Studio's new production of ENDGAME has just been announced, with award-winning actor, director and writer Douglas Hodge and acclaimed film and television actor Clive Francis.

The Many Actors Make Art (MAMA) Exhibition Returns to Brixton
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

The Many Actors Make Art (MAMA) exhibition returns for its third time at Downstairs at The Department Store in Brixton, offering a platform for theatre actors and creatives to showcase their talents beyond the stage through visual art.

I'M SORRY, PRIME MINISTER Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025

Following a successful run at The Barn Theatre followed by runs at Theatre Royal Bath and Cambridge Arts Theatre, I'm Sorry, Prime Minister will be transferring to the West End at the Apollo Theatre.

Review: TWELFTH NIGHT, Orange Tree Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Dec 1, 2024

Superb performances from a cast entirely at ease with themselves and their director make this show a must-see

Review Roundup: REDLANDS at Chichester Festival Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2024

See what the critics are saying about Redlands at Chichester Festival Theatre. Read the reviews from the major critics about the production, directed by Chichester Festival Theatre’s Artistic Director Justin Audibert, and learn more!

Review: REDLANDS, Chichester Festival Theatre
by Debbie Gilpin - Oct 1, 2024

'The quality of mercy is not strained; it droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven upon the place beneath.' Charlotte Jones’ new play delves into a curious pocket of showbiz history, with Michael Havers QC at the centre of it all. Fresh from a momentous victory, he is personally selected by The Rolling Stones’ manager Allen Klein to defend Mick Jagger and Keith Richards in their upcoming trial - and all the while, his teenage son Nigel is trying to work out how to break the news that he doesn’t want to go into the law, he’d much rather be an actor.

Full Cast Set For TWELFTH NIGHT at Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024

Orange Tree Theatre has announced full casting for Shakespeare's Twelfth Night - OT's Artistic Director Tom Littler directs.

Anthony Calf, Ben Caplan & More to Star in REDLANDS at Chichester Festival Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2024

Chichester Festival Theatre has revealed the full cast for REDLANDS. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Cast Set for THREE MEN IN A BOAT The The Mill At Sonning Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024

See who is starring in THREE MEN IN A BOAT at The Mill at Sonning Theatre. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Orange Tree Theatre Announces New Ot Associate Artists In First Cohort Under Artistic Director Tom Littler
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024

Orange Tree Theatre has announced 10 new artistic associates, marking the first cohort under the leadership of Artistic Director Tom Littler.

DROP THE DEAD DONKEY and THE KITE RUNNER Included in Richmond Theatre's Winter Season
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 5, 2023

With the New Year around the corner, Richmond Theatre are delighted to confirm the winter season. Running from January – March 2024, audiences will be treated to an array of theatrical delights from gripping dramas and hilarious comedies to special events and shows suitable for the whole family. If your New Year’s resolution is to see more theatre, then now is your chance!

Jonathan Lynn Joins World Premiere of I'M SORRY, PRIME MINISTER, I CAN'T QUITE REMEMBER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2023

Writer and director Jonathan Lynn will take over the role of ‘Jim Hacker’ ex-Prime Minister for the upcoming world premiere of I’m Sorry, Prime Minister, I Can’t Quite Remember.

Cast Revealed For I'M SORRY PRIME MINISTER, I CAN'T QUITE REMEMBER at the Barn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2023

The Barn Theatre in Cirencester has announced principal casting for the world premiere of I'm Sorry, Prime Minister, I Can't Quite Remember. Martin Jarvis will play ex-Prime Minister Jim Hacker and Clive Francis will play his former Permanent Secretary Sir Humphrey Appleby. They are joined by Michaela Bennison who will play Hacker's carer Sophie and Christopher Bianchi as High Court judge Sir David Knell.

Jane Asher Leads the Cast of THE CIRCLE at Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2023

The Orange Tree Theatre today announces the full cast for Somerset Maugham's The Circle, directed by Tom Littler in his Orange Tree debut as Artistic Director since taking up the role in January this year.

DUET FOR ONE Starring Tara Fitzgerald Joins Orange Tree Theatre's 2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2022

The Orange Tree Theatre has announced their production of Tom Kempinski’s 1980 drama Duet For One. Richard Beecham makes his OT debut directing Tara Fitzgerald (Stephanie Abrahams) and Maureen Beattie (Dr Feldmann) in this new adaptation accompanied by live music.

The Stephen Sondheim Society Sponsors a Sondheim Quiz Night to Benefit Acting For Others
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2020

The Stephen Sondheim Society has joined forces with Jordan Li-Smith to raise much needed funds for Acting for Others.