Inua Ellams

Shedload-of-Future Fund Announces 2026 Edinburgh Fringe Bursary Recipients
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026

Francesca Moody Productions and Shedinburgh announced five recipients of the 2026 Shedload-of-Future Fund, a bursary supporting early-career artists taking work to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe for the first time.

World Premiere of THELMA & LOUISE and More Set For The Young Vic's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026

The Young Vic Theatre announced its 2026/7 season, headlined by the world premiere of THELMA & LOUISE, a new musical featuring music by Neko Case, starring Amy Lennox and Rachel Tucker, alongside UK premieres and international productions.

Amelia Dimoldenberg, Ash Sarkar, and Olly Alexander Will Lead LETTERS TO THE FUTURE Weekend at Southbank Centre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

Cultural figures AMELIA DIMOLDBERG, ASH SARKAR, and OLLY ALEXANDER will lead the ‘Letters To The Future’ weekend at Southbank Centre, addressing key issues and celebrating youth perspectives.

Latitude Festival Reveals First Wave Of 2026 Literary And Poetry Programme
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2026

LATITUDE FESTIVAL will present its 20th anniversary literary programme from 23-26 July 2026 at Henham Park, Suffolk, featuring poets including INUA ELLAMS, DR JOHN COOPER CLARKE, and COURTTIA NEWLAND.

ONCE UPON A TIME IN SOKOTO Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026

China Plate and Fuel announced a new touring initiative, 'Touring Together,' featuring INUA ELLAMS' ONCE UPON A TIME IN SOKOTO as the inaugural production in collaboration with various UK venues.

MULTITUDES Festival to Return to Southbank Centre with Orchestral Music
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2026

The Southbank Centre will present the return of MULTITUDES, a multi-arts festival centered around orchestral music, starting March 19, 2026. This event will feature a diverse lineup of performances that blend music with other art forms, offering audiences a unique cultural experience in London. The festival aims to showcase the power of orchestral music as a foundation for artistic expression.

Writers Room Festival Will Return to the Marlowe Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026

The Writers' Room Festival will present a packed programme of rehearsed readings, workshops and talks with industry experts and leading playwrights. Learn more here!

AN EVENING WITH AN IMMIGRANT Comes to Queen Elizabeth Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026

FUEL will present 'AN EVENING WITH AN IMMIGRANT', a compelling performance by Inua Ellams with a live score by Laura Mvula and the Chineke! Orchestra. Learn more here!

Southbank Centre Honours Alexander McQueen at Multitudes Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026

The Southbank Centre has announced the full line-up for the return of Multitudes, its multi-arts festival powered by orchestral music, running from 16-30 April 2026 as part of the centre's 75th anniversary year.

Fuel Adds Three New Trustees To Board
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2026

Fuel has announced the appointment of Rakie Ayola, Selina Ocean, and Jenny Waldman CBE as new Trustees. The three join the organisation’s existing board as Fuel continues its producing and development work.

Review: MORE THAN ONE STORY, Trafalgar Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Nov 10, 2025

If there is one message that those who were in attendance at More Than One Story LIVE on 9 November absorbed through their skin, it is that “The arts don’t belong to a few, they belong to everyone.” The sentiment was declared proudly by Rory Kinnear in his opening speech and echoed warmly by co-host Shahab Awad, actor and member of Cardboard Citizens. It was sprinkled, allegorised, and spoken boldly throughout the monologues that were presented.

Rebecca Lucy Taylor (a.k.a Self Esteem) and More Set for Southbank Centre November Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2025

This November, Southbank Centre's London Literature Festival will continue, featuring a day of curated events by Rebecca Lucy Taylor (a.k.a Self Esteem) (Sat 1 Nov). See full listing!

Rory Kinnear, Arthur Darvill, and More Will Launch 'More Than One Story' Book With Cardboard Citizens
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025

Stars of stage and screen will unite to celebrate the publication of a brand new book from the award-winning arts and social justice charity, Cardboard Citizens.

Governors Island Arts to Present The New York City Premiere Of Touki Delphine's FIREBIRD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025

​Governors Island Arts will present the New York City premiere of FIREBIRD, the hypnotic, genre-defying visual arts performance from Amsterdam-based artist collective Touki Delphine. Learn more!

THE 419 Exhibition by Inua Ellams and Oluwamuyiwa “Logor” Logo to Open at Somerset House
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025

Fuel will present The 419, a new poetry and photography exhibition by award-winning poet and playwright Inua Ellams (Three Sisters, Half God of Rainfall) and acclaimed photographer and filmmaker Oluwamuyiwa “Logor” Logo, at Somerset House’s West Wing Gallery from 8–14 September 2025.

THE 419 Comes to the Somerset House
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2025

The 419 is a playful poetry and photography exhibition, where 14 sonnets and 14 portraits show how money flows through 14 lives on a typical day in Lagos, Nigeria.

Governors Island Arts Unveils 2025 Season Beginning in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2025

Governors Island Arts has revealed a season of public artworks and performances as part of the 2025 season. See full programming for the season and learn how to attend!

Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre of 2024
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 1, 2025

What did our critic have to say about Toronto's Top Theatre of 2024?

Khalid Abdalla's Solo Show NOWHERE and More Set For Fuel's 20th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024

Fuel has announced the first part of its anniversary season. The programme is a celebration of everything that has been achieved as well as a statement of intent for the future, including new work from Khalid Abdalla, Toby Olié and Melanie Wilson. Learn more about the lineup here!

Crow's/Musical Stage Company's THE GREAT COMET & More Take Home 2024 Toronto Theatre Critics' Awards
by Joshua Wright - Jun 11, 2024

After a four-year hiatus, the Toronto Theatre Critics’ Awards (TTCAs) have returned to honour excellence in the city’s professional theatre scene from the 2023-24 season. The 11th TTCAs, announced Tuesday morning, boast 19 winners across 14 categories, including a special citation for artistic achievement.