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Review: CYRANO DE BERGERAC, Starring Adrian Lester, Noël Coward Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jun 26, 2026

Edmond Rostand’s classic comes back to the West End with a new adaptation by Simon Evans and Debris Stevenson. This is a drastically different approach from the last time we saw Cyrano on a commercial stage. If Jamie Llloyd redefined the story in 2019, Evans grounds it back to its roots in an open-hearted celebration of emotion, language, and empathy. With Cyrano, Rostand explores the timeless relation between inner and outer beauty. Adrian Lester shines as the big-schnozzed poet, joined by the remarkable Susannah Fielding as Roxane.

Photos: Adrian Lester and More in CYRANO DE BERGERAC at the Noel Coward Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026

New production photos have been released from Cyrano de Bergerac at the Noel Coward Theatre in the West End. Learn more about the show and check out the photos here!

Photos: CYRANO DE BERGERAC in Rehearsal at the Noël Coward Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026

Rehearsal photos have been released from Cyrano de Bergerac, produced in the West End by the Royal Shakespeare Company, Wessex Grove and Gavin Kalin Productions and running at the Noël Coward Theatre. Check out the photos here!

Interview: 'I'm Intrigued By John Watson': Actor Jyuddah Jaymes on Curiosity and Suspense in SHERLOCK HOLMES
by Kat Mokrynski - May 26, 2026

The game is afoot at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre! Sherlock Holmes, written by Joel Horwood and directed by Sean Holmes, opened earlier this month, bringing with it a new interpretation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic characters of Sherlock [Joshua James] and his companion, Dr John Watson [Jyuddah Jaymes]. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Jaymes about taking on the role of Watson. We discussed how he first got started in the world of theatre, what it is like to be putting his own spin on such an iconic character and even what it’s like to perform in an outdoor theatre!

Review: SHERLOCK HOLMES, Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Gary Naylor - May 14, 2026

Something for everyone in Joshua James's tremendous turn as the great detective

Levi Brown and More Join the Cast of RSC's CYRANO DE BERGERAC at Noël Coward Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026

Levi Brown joins Adrian Lester and Susannah Fielding in the RSC's West End transfer of CYRANO DE BERGERAC at the Noël Coward Theatre, with a full company of over a dozen additional cast members now announced.

Photos: SHERLOCK HOLMES in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has released all new rehearsal photos for the world premiere of Sherlock Holmes, a new mystery by Joel Horwood. Check out the photos here!

WHATSONSTAGE Awards Winners Announced; Full List of Winners
by Gillian Blum - Mar 8, 2026

At a ceremony at The London Palladium hosted by Gina and Mazz Murray, the winners of the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards in association with AudienceView were announced.

Photos: THE LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB at Sheffield Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026

Sheffield Theatres have released production images for the major world premiere production of The Ladies Football Club by Stefano Massini. Check out the photos here!

RSC's CYRANO DE BERGERAC Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026

Cyrano de Bergerac will transfer to the Noël Coward Theatre, a Delfont Mackintosh Theatre, from 13 June – 5 September 2026 following an acclaimed run at the RSC in Stratford-upon-Avon last year.

Royal Shakespeare Company CYRANO DE BERGERAC Sets West End Transfer; Adrian Lester To Star
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of CYRANO DE BERGERAC will transfer to the West End with Adrian Lester reprising his role in Simon Evans and Debris Stevenson’s new adaptation.

Cast Set For THE LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB At Sheffield Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026

Sheffield Theatres have announced casting for the major world premiere production of The Ladies Football Club by Stefano Massini (Lehman Trilogy) and adapted by Tim Firth (Calendar Girls). Learn more here!

PINOCCHIO Musical Will Return to Shakespeare's Globe in the 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced that the new musical Pinocchio will return for the 2026 festive season.  Based on Carlo Collodi’s original stories, Pinocchio is directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes.

Review: PINOCCHIO, Globe Theatre
by Christiana Rose - Dec 22, 2025

Pinocchio at the Globe Theatre is a radiant and heartfelt triumph which transforms a much loved story into a richly imaginative new musical. The atmosphere is electric, with the standing audience filling the lower space, with a striking set emblazoned with giant letters spelling PINOCCHIO framed by grand red curtains, ensuring the sense of occasion is unmistakable.

PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL and More Nominated For WhatsOnStage Awards
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025

Nominations have been announced for the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards. The announcement of the nominations marks the opening of the final voting stage. Learn more and check out the full list here!

Full Cast and Creative Team Set For GUESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU?
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025

Full cast and creative team have been announced for the world-premiere of Guess How Much I Love You? by Luke Norris, the first production in the Royal Court Theatre's 70th Anniversary Season.

Review: LAST DAYS, Royal Ballet And Opera
by Alexander Cohen - Dec 8, 2025

We still don’t know what Kurt Cobain did in the days before his suicide in 1994. Gus Van Sant offered one hallucinatory guess in Last Days, refashioned into opera by Oliver Leith and now revived at the Royal Ballet And Opera.

Photos: LAST DAYS In Rehearsal At Linbury Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 28, 2025

Last Days, composer Oliver Leith and librettist Matt Copson’s cult opera that sold out in minutes on its premiere, returns to the Linbury Theatre 5 December 2025 – 3 January 2026. Check out photos of the company in rehearsal below.

Final Shows Announced For INSIDE NO.9 STAGE/FRIGHT At Eventim Apollo
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025

Following its Olivier-nominated West End run and extensive UK tour, this marks audiences’ last chance to see the pair perform their celebrated blend of comedy, mystery, and theatrical invention live.

Sheffield Theatres Leads Nominees For 2025 UK Theatre Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2025

The nominees for the UK Theatre Awards 2025 have been announced. The winners will be announced at this year's ceremony, taking place next month. Check out the full list of nominations here!