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First Look At John le Carre's THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD in the West End
by Gillian Blum - Nov 23, 2025

The Ink Factory and Second Half Productions have released production images from the West End premiere of John le Carré’s The Spy Who Came in From the Cold.

Company Announced for TWELTH NIGHT at Shakespeare's Globe
by Emmy Rice - Jun 21, 2025

Shakespeare’s Globe is delighted to announce the cast of Twelfth Night or What You Will, directed by Robin Belfield (Princess Essex, 2024). Shakespeare’s tragicomedy runs from 8 August – 25 October in the Globe Theatre.

THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD Will Make West End Premiere
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2025

The Ink Factory and Second Half Productions have announced the West End premiere of John le Carré’s The Spy Who Came in From the Cold, adapted for the stage by award-winning playwright and screenwriter David Eldridge.

Casts Set for THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD & THE CAT AND THE CANARY At Chichester Festival Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024

The casts have been revealed for THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD and THE CAT & THE CANARY at Chichester Festival Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look at THE CRUCIBLE at the Crucible
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2024

Sheffield Theatres has released production images for The Crucible, Arthur Miller’s timeless masterpiece, based on the events of the infamous Salem witch trials.

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE CRUCIBLE at the Crucible Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024

Sheffield Theatres has released rehearsal images for The Crucible. Check out the all new photos here!

Cast Set for Sheffield Theatre's THE CRUCIBLE
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 17, 2024

Sheffield Theatres has announced the cast for The Crucible. Arthur Miller’s timeless masterpiece, based on the events of the infamous Salem witch trials, is directed by Anthony Lau (Miss Saigon, Anna Karenina) and runs in the Crucible from Saturday 2 – Saturday 30 March.

Review: BACKSTAIRS BILLY, Duke of York's Theatre
by Laura Jones - Nov 8, 2023

As the curtain rises, we’re met with a sea of pink – pink damask walls and heavy pink velvet curtains, with pink and white flowers adorning every available surface. This is the Garden Room at Clarence House (brilliantly designed by Christopher Oram), and the year is 1979.

Full Cast Set For The World Premiere of BACKSTAIRS BILLY
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023

The full cast has been announced for the world première of Marcelo Dos Santos' new play Backstairs Billy which looks at a pivotal moment in the 50 year relationship between the Queen Mother and her loyal servant William “Billy” Tallon. Find out who is starring here!

THE MIRROR AND THE LIGHT Enters Final Weeks of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2021

The Mirror and the Light, currently running at the Gielgud Theatre in London's West End, has entered its final four weeks with its last performance on Sunday 28th November 2021. The production has been a flagship theatrical event for the reopening of London's West End, delighting audiences since it opened earlier this year. 

Extension Announced For THE MIRROR AND THE LIGHT at the Gielgud Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2021

The third and final novel in the Wolf Hall trilogy has been adapted for the West End stage by Dame Hilary Mantel and Ben Miles. Jeremy Herrin, who was nominated for an Olivier Award, a Tony Award and won the Evening Standard Award for the first two productions, returns to direct. Nathaniel Parker resumes his Olivier Award winning portrayal of Henry VIII.

Final Casting Announced For THE MIRROR AND THE LIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2021

New names added to the cast are: Melissa Allan (Princess Mary), Samuel Awoyo (Ensemble), Ian Drysdale (French Ambassador), Jo Herbert (Lady Rochford), Andrew Hodges (Ensemble), Niamh James (Ensemble), Umi Myers (Helen Sadler / Dorothea Wolsey), Liam Smith (Walter Cromwell) and Nicholas Tizzard (Ensemble).

Review Roundup: Tony Kushner Adapts THE VISIT at The National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2020

The Visit plays on the Olivier Stage at The National Theatre. Based on the play by Friedrich Dürrenmatt adapted by Tony Kushner, original English version by Maurice Valency. Read the reviews!

Photo Flash: First Look at THE VISIT at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2020

The Visit plays on the Olivier Stage at The National Theatre until 13 May.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For THE VISIT at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2020

In the town of Slurry, New York, post-war recession has bitten. Claire Zachanassian, improbably beautiful and impenetrably terrifying, returns to her hometown as the world's richest woman. The locals hope her arrival signals a change in their fortunes, but they soon realise that prosperity will only come at a terrible price.

THE VISIT Begins Rehearsals at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2019

In the town of Slurry, New York, post-war recession has bitten. Claire Zachanassian, improbably beautiful and impenetrably terrifying, returns to her hometown as the world's richest woman. The locals hope her arrival signals a change in their fortunes, but they soon realise that prosperity will only come at a terrible price.

National Theatre Announces December 2019 �" June 2020 Lineup; ROMEO & JULIET, SEA SICK, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2019

The National Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup for December 2019 - June 2020.

Photo Flash: Clive Owen, Anna Gunn Star in THE NIGHT OF THE IGUANA
by Julie Musbach - Jul 12, 2019

Get a first look inside Tennessee William's The Night of the Iguana which begins a strictly limited season at the Noel Coward Theatre on Saturday 6th July.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For THE NIGHT OF THE IGUANA
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2019

Get a first look at the cast of The Night of the Iguana in rehearsal!

Final Casting Announced For Tennessee William's THE NIGHT OF THE IGUANA
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2019

Final casting is today announced for Tennessee William's The Night of the Iguana which begins a strictly limited season at the Noel Coward Theatre on Saturday 6th July.