George Orwell

THE TRUTH ABOUT BLAYDS Comes to the Finborough Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2025

The Truth About Blayds will open at the multi-award-winning Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season in September. Learn more about the upcoming show here!

Sam Blythe Will Lead ANIMAL FARM at EdFringe 2025
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2025

Celebrating over 80 years since the publication of George Orwell’s Animal Farm, and marking 30 years of continuous performance, globally, Guy Masterson’s solo adaptation returns to the Edinburgh.

1984 Comes to Riverside Theatres Parramatta
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

From the multi-award-winning creative minds at Shake and Stir (Frankenstein, Jane Eyre, Animal Farm and Dracula) comes Nelle Lee and Nick Skubij’s powerful adaptation of George Orwell’s dystopian masterpiece 1984 at Riverside Theatres.

Singapore International Festival of Arts 2025 Set For This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2025

This annual festival showcases a diverse array of performances, including theatre, dance, music, and interdisciplinary arts, featuring both local talents and international artists.

SOMEONE IS ALWAYS WATCHING Comes to Open Dance Project
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2025

Open Dance Project will present Panopticon: Someone is Always Watching – the first of three immersive fan favorites being brought back by Open Dance Project in celebration of their 10th Anniversary Season.

Olivier Awards 2025- All the Winners!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 6, 2025

The Olivier Awards 2025 were held at the Royal Albert Hall, hosted by Beverley Knight and Billy Porter. We have the full list of winners here!

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, GIANTS, THE YEARS, and More Nominated For 2025 Olivier Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025

The nominations have been announced for the Olivier Awards 2025. Among the nominees are Fiddler on the Roof, Giants, and The Years. Check out the full list of nominees here!

Exclusive: 19 Songs by Jonathan Larson That You Probably Don't Know Yet
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 18, 2025

Previews are now underway for The Jonathan Larson Project and fans who have checked out the new musical already have intel on the more than 20 undiscovered songs, as audiences are treated to a brief breakdown as they leave the Orpheum Theatre. BroadwayWorld is excited to share an exclusive, in-depth version of the story behind each song, courtesy of the show's conceiver, Jennifer Ashley Tepper.

Review: ANIMAL FARM, Stratford East
by Cindy Marcolina - Feb 14, 2025

Amy Leach directs Tatty Hennessy’s adaptation of Orwell’s shockingly relevant novella, exploring greed and corruption in a sophisticated production that integrates British Sign Language. It’s essential viewing in the current political climate.

Review: ANIMAL FARM, Rose Theatre
by Josh Maughan - Feb 5, 2025

Classics like Animal Farm are tough to stage, partly because they’re produced so often. To make a lasting impact, a production needs to bring something truly exciting and relevant to the table. Unfortunately, this production never fully justifies why this adaptation, and why now?

Review: DR DOLITTLE KILLS A MAN (AND READS EXTRACTS FROM HIS NEW BOOK), Soho Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Feb 3, 2025

Written by and starring Aidan Pittman, Dr Dolittle Kills A Man (And Reads Extracts From His New Book) is set at an event where Dr Dolittle is, as one might guess, reading extracts from his new book, Dr John Dolittle: The Time of My Life. As the audience takes their seats, a number of slides appear on the screen with rules for the show. The show then starts with an introductory video that gives audiences an idea of what is to come in the next hour - jokes, references and visual gags that flash by at the speed of light.

Photos: UK Tour of ANIMAL FARM In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2025

Stratford East, Leeds Playhouse and Nottingham Playhouse has released first look rehearsal photos for the upcoming tour of ANIMAL FARM.

Jon Hamm, Ana De La Reguera, and John Slattery Star In Audible's THE BIG FIX: A JACK BERGIN MYSTERY
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2025

The cinematic audio drama, The Big Lie, with a new installment titled The Big Fix: A Jack Bergin Mystery. The new season debuts exclusively from Audible on Thursday, April 24.

Jon Hamm, Ana De La Reguera, & More Return for New Installment of Audible's THE BIG LIE
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2025

Audible Inc. and Fresh Produce Media have announced the return of the cinematic audio drama, The Big Lie, with a new installment titled The Big Fix: A Jack Bergin Mystery. This eight-part series brings Jon Hamm back as Jack Bergin, a former FBI agent turned private investigator.

Critics' Choice: Franco Milazzo's Top 30 Immersive Shows of 2024
by Franco Milazzo - Dec 31, 2024

In 2024, the immersive genre in London and beyond grew and grew and grew, with the independent sector overshadowing the biggest names.

Review: NAPOLEON: UN PETIT PANTOMIME, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 28, 2024

Written and directed by John Savournin and David Eaton, Napoleon: Un Petit Pantomime is a holiday show that promises “historic hilarity” as we follow Napoleon on his quest to defeat the English, particularly the Duke of Wellington. This is the second time Charles Court Opera has collaborated with Jermyn Street Theatre to create a pantomime, the first being Odyssey: A Heroic Pantomime last year.

Matt-Felix Unveils Neo-Nostalgic Debut EP 'Kingdom of You & Me'
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 27, 2024

Rising London-based artist Matt-Felix has unveiled his debut EP, Kingdom Of You & Me, culminating with the release of its title track. Listen to the EP now!

Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse Reveal New Shows For 2025
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024

Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse Theatres have announcd new productions for 2025, the first season by new Creative Director Nathan Powell. Learn more about the lineup here!

Interview: Joselu López regresa al Teatro de la Zarzuela para revivir LA DEL MANOJO DE ROSAS
by Lorena Pastor Romero - Nov 7, 2024

Joselu López se prepara para el inminente estreno de LA DEL MANOJO DE ROSAS en el Teatro de la Zarzuela, un regreso que para él representa la oportunidad de cerrar el círculo en un espacio que considera su hogar.

Spotlight: 1984 at Theatre Charlotte
by BWW Special Offer - Nov 4, 2024

Theatre Charlotte will soon present 1984, adapted by Robert Owens, Wilton E. Hall Jr. and William A. Miles Jr., from the novel by George Orwell. Find out all about the production here.