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Photos: Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal & More at New York Screening of HAMNET
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025

On November 21, a New York Special Screening of Hamnet was held at The Whitby Hotel, featuring stars Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, along with guests such as Ben Platt, Hamish Linklater, Susan Surandon, and more. Check out photos here.

Photos: HAMNET Holds Los Angeles Premiere with Jessie Buckley, Steven Spielberg, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025

On November 18, Chloé Zhao's Hamnet held its Los Angeles premiere at The Academy Museum in Los Angeles with Olivier Award-winner Jessie Buckley, producer Steven Spielberg, and more in attendance. Take a look at photos now.

Video: Jessie Buckley Talks HAMNET, Looks Back on Stage Roots for CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 10, 2025

Jessie Buckley recently spoke to CBS Sunday Morning about playing Shakespeare's wife Agnes in the new movie Hamnet. Check out the full segment, where Buckley talks about working with her co-star Paul Mescal and returns to The Rose Theatre.

Theater-Adjacent Movies for Broadway Fans in 2025
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 25, 2025

Over the next few months, theatre is heading to Hollywood. To celebrate the release of movies like Blue Moon, Hedda, and more, BroadwayWorld has put together a guide to five new titles that are sure to appeal to Broadway fans. 

Video: Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley Face Tragic Loss in New Trailer for HAMNET
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 9, 2025

The full trailer and official poster have been unveiled for Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet, starring Paul Mescal, Olivier Award-winner Jessie Buckley, Emily Watson, and Joe Alwyn. Check them out here.

LJ Parkinson, Jennifer Jackson, and More Will Lead ELMET For Bradford City of Culture
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2025

The Javaad Alipoor Company has announced that LJ Parkinson, Jennifer Jackson, Gabriella Schmidt, Sean Jackson and Tom Varey will star in the world premiere of its brand new stage production, Elmet.

Kenneth Branagh and Helen Hunt to Star in Royal Shakespeare Company Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2025

Kenneth Branagh and Helen Hunt will be starring in upcoming productions at The Royal Shakespeare Company. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

Photos: Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, & More Attend TIFF Premiere of HAMNET
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 10, 2025

Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet, starring Paul Mescal, Olivier Award-winner Jessie Buckley, Emily Watson, and Joe Alwyn, recently held its Canadian premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Take a look at photos from the premiere event here! 

Video: Paul Mescal is William Shakespeare in First HAMNET Teaser
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 26, 2025

The teaser trailer has been unveiled for Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet, starring Paul Mescal, Olivier Award-winner Jessie Buckley, Emily Watson, and Joe Alwyn. Check it out now!

Photos: First-Look at Paul Mescal, Jessie Buckley, & More in HAMNET
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 25, 2025

New first-look photos have been released for Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet, starring Paul Mescal, Emily Watson, and Joe Alwyn. The movie tells the love story that inspired the creation of Shakespeare’s tragedy, Hamlet. Check out the photos now!

Artsdepot Reveals 10th Annual 2025/26 Artist Residency Programme
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2025

Artsdepot welcomes nine artists and companies to its 10th annual 2025/26 Artist Residency Programme, running throughout autumn 2025 and summer 2026.

Julie Benko, Bill Irwin, Hayley Podschun & More Featured in Shakespeare Theatre Company's 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025

​​​​​​​Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed a sneak peek at casting for the 25/26 Season with several Broadway talents and local favorites leading the list in its first three shows: Merry Wives, The Wild Duck, and Guys and Dolls.

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.

Review: BEN AND IMO, Orange Tree Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 28, 2025

After running at the RSC's Swan Theatre last year, Erica Whyman's quietly captivating production of Mark Ravenhill's play Ben and Imo now makes its way south to the Orange Tree Theatre.

HAMNET Film Adaptation, Starring Paul Mescal, Sets 2025 Release
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 24, 2025

Focus Features has announced a limited Thanksgiving release on November 27th for Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet ahead of a wide release beginning on December 12th. The cast includes Paul Mescal, Emily Watson, and Joe Alwyn.

||: GIRLS :||: CHANCE :||: MUSIC :|| World Premiere and More Set for A.C.T. '25-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025

American Conservatory Theater has revealed the productions that will make up the company’s 2025/26 season—including KIM’S CONVENIENCE, a world premiere and more.

BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN & More Set For Chicago Shakespeare Theater's 2025/26 Season Lineup
by Joshua Wright - Apr 9, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) Artistic Director Edward Hall and Executive Director Kimberly Motes have announced the 2025/26 season lineup. The season includes 12 productions across CST’s three stages, with two world premieres, three North American premieres, and six Shakespeare and Shakespeare-adjacent productions.

STC Sets 40th Season Featuring Wendell Pierce, Bill Irwin and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025

Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the lineup of its upcoming 25/26 Season, celebrating the company’s 40th season exploring classic storytelling in Washington, D.C. See the lineup and learn more!

Theatre503 Reveals New Leadership Team
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

Theatre503 has announced Anthony Simpson-Pike as its new Artistic Director, succeeding Lisa Spirling who departs Theatre503 after eight years to join Stratford East as Artistic Director.

Bradford 2025 Uk City Of Culture To Launch With Outdoor Spectacle & National Science And Media Museum Reopening
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 14, 2024

The opening events for the year-long Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture will take place on 10 & 11 January 2025. RISE is a spectacular outdoor theatrical event that will take place in City Park and Centenary Square, launching the year-long programme.