Review: INSANE ASYLUM SEEKERS, Bush Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - May 14, 2025
Laith’s parents have survived unimaginable atrocities in order to save themselves and give him a better chance, yet he struggles. This exploration of the personal consequences of the Arab diaspora cracks open the constant compromising of immigrant children. Emily Ling Williams directs Tommy Sim’aan in Laith Elzubaidi’s tender, amusing, and thoroughly thought-provoking award-winning solo play. It’s a funny, politically charged tearjerker.
Stratford East Reveals 140th Anniversary Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2024
With Abigail's Party directed by Nadia Fall beginning previews this week, launching Stratford East's 140th anniversary season, the theatre has announced new shows and events for this milestone year, and Fall's final season as the theatre's Artistic Director.
Review: SAM WU IS NOT AFRAID OF GHOSTS, Polka Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 30, 2024
Sam Wu Is NOT Afraid of Ghosts, directed by Emily Ling Williams, is an adaptation of the popular book of the same name. Written by Kevin and Katie Tsang and adapted for the stage by Julie Tsang, we are introduced to Sam Wu (Sam Liu), a young boy who insists that he is NOT afraid of ghosts.
MORE… GHOST STORIES BY CANDLELIGHT Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024
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.
Photos: First Look At Polka Theatre's SAM WU IS NOT AFRAID OF GHOSTS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2024
Polka Theatre has released photos of the premiere of the new stage adaptation of Kevin and Katie Tsang’s best-selling book Sam Wu is NOT Afraid of Ghosts. Recommended for 6 – 12-year-olds, the adaptation will play in the Main Theatre at the Wimbledon venue through Sunday 18 August 2024.
Recruitment Opens For Headlong Origins Directors 2023
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2023
Headlong has begun recruitment for the next wave of Headlong Origins Directors. The programme, which forms part of the company's commitment to supporting the next generation of theatre makers, looks to celebrate and nurture early career directors from throughout the UK, outside of London.