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Original West End Cast Will Return to Mischief's THE COMEDY OF SPIES
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026

The original West End cast of THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES will return to London's Adelphi Theatre for an eight-week run, joined by Mischief member Bryony Corrigan. The show won the WhatsOnStage Award for Best New Play.
Photos: AN IDEAL HUSBAND is Now Playing at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has released new photos from their production of Oscar Wilde’s An Ideal Husband, in association with Bristol Old Vic. Check out the photos and learn more here!
THE HARDER THEY COME Reveals Full Cast at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

Stratford East announced full casting for THE HARDER THEY COME, the reggae musical adapted by Suzan-Lori Parks, returning for a new run with Natey Jones reprising his role as Ivan.
Photos: Oscar Wilde's AN IDEAL HUSBAND in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has rehearsal images ahead of  their upcoming production of Oscar Wilde’s An Ideal Husband, in association with Bristol Old Vic. Check out the photos here!
Chrissie Bhima, Alexia Khadime, Obioma Ugoala And Michael Duke Set For UK Concert Premiere Of I DREAM
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026

Casting has been announced for the UK concert premiere of the new musical ‘I Dream', which will be staged at The Other Palace on Monday 27 April at 3pm and 7:30pm.
Lead Cast Revealed For THE HARDER THEY COME at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026

Natey Jones and Madeline Charlemagne are set to reprise their roles in the reggae musical THE HARDER THEY COME, returning to Stratford East from 16 May to 4 July 2026, with Chanice Alexander-Burnett joining as Elsa from 8 June.
Lead Cast Announced for THE HARDER THEY COME Returning to Stratford East
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026

Lead casting has been announced for the return of THE HARDER THEY COME at Stratford East, running May 16 through July 4, 2026. Directed by Matthew Xia, the production features a stage adaptation by Suzan-Lori Parks, based on the 1970s Jamaican film produced and directed by Perry Henzell and co-written with Trevor Rhone.
Tamara Lawrance, Jamael Westman Will Lead AN IDEAL HUSBAND at Lyric Hammersmith
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre announced the cast for AN IDEAL HUSBAND, directed by Nicholai La Barrie, running May 7–June 6, 2026, before transferring to Bristol Old Vic June 10–20.
I DREAM Workshop Will Make UK Premiere at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026

A workshop of a new musical ‘I Dream' will have its UK premiere at The Other Palace. ‘I Dream' follows civil rights leader Ralph Abernathy at the end of his life as he reflects on his lifelong friendship and memories with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Photos: THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND Opens At Royal Shakespeare Company
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company’s new musical THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND officially opened at the Swan Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon on Thursday, 19 February. Check out photos of the opening night celebration.
Photos: THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND at The Royal Shakespeare Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company has released production images for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba.
THE HARDER THEY COME To Return To Stratford East In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2026

THE HARDER THEY COME will return to Theatre Royal Stratford East in 2026 following its 2025 run. The reggae musical is adapted by Suzan-Lori Parks and directed by Matthew Xia, with performances scheduled from May 16 through July 4.
THE HARDER THEY COME to Return to Stratford East This February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2026

​Stratford East will present the reggae musical The Harder They Come. The production is based on the cult Jamaican film produced and directed by Perry Henzell and co-written with Trevor Rhone.
Photos: The Royal Shakespeare Company's THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company has released rehearsal photos for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba. Check out the photos here!
FENCES and More Set For Headlong 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026

Headlong has announced details for their 2026 season including a brand-new production of August Wilson's Fences directed by Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch) in a co-production with Leeds Playhouse, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and HOME Manchester.
THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND Will Make West End Premiere @sohoplace
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) production of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind will make its West End premiere @sohoplace following its run at the Swan Theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon.
Stratford East Extends THE HARDER THEY COME By One Week
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025

Stratford East has announced an extension for the critically acclaimed new production of THE HARDER THEY COME, the newly adapted reggae musical based on the cult Jamaican film of the same name.
Black British Theatre Awards Reveals 2025 Nominees Shortlist
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2025

The shortlist has been announced for the 2025 Black British Theatre Awards. The ceremony will take place next month at London's Piccadilly Theatre. Check out the full list here!
Mischief Will Record THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES Live Ahead of Final West End Performance
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2025

As Mischief's critically acclaimed and hilarious new caper The Comedy About Spies heads to its final West End performance, three performances of the show will be recorded live at London's Noël Coward Theatre
Cast and Creative Team Set For THE HARDER THEY COME at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025

Stratford East has announced the full cast and creative team for the UK premiere of THE HARDER THEY COME, the newly adapted reggae musical based on the cult Jamaican film of the same name.

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