Jack Holden
Latest News on Jack Holden:
Michael Longhurst Will Direct New Version of Boy George's TABOO (Oct 31, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 31, 2025- LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD Opens On Broadway and More (Oct 31, 2025)
Review: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at SDSU (Oct 30, 2025)
Michael Longhurst Will Direct New Version of Boy George's TABOO (Oct 31, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 31, 2025- LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD Opens On Broadway and More (Oct 31, 2025)
Review: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at SDSU (Oct 30, 2025)
BIO
Jack trained as an actor at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. He then went straight on to play the lead role of Albert in the National Theatre’s internationally award-winning production of War Horse.
Since then, Jack has worked at theatres across the country including Leicester Curve, Theatre Royal Bath, Bristol Old Vic, the Royal Shakespeare Company, Nottingham Playhouse, The Yard and the Almeida. He was most recently seen in the West End in James Graham’s Ink, directed by Rupert Goold. Jack has also appeared in British independent films The Levelling and Journey’s End. He has featured in television drama for BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Amazon.
Jack took part in the Royal Court Young Writers Programme in 2013.
He is currently under commission to Out of Joint.
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2022 - Best New Play
Jack Holden, Cruise
Videos
VIDEO: Jack Holden Talks CRUISE Ahead of Opening Night!
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2021-05-20 09:41:37
News
Michael Longhurst Will Direct New Version of Boy George's TABOO
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
Michael Longhurst has joined the creative team for the new version of Boy George's hit musical Taboo, that Thomas Hopkins Productions (THP) has had in development for the past few years.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
Michael Longhurst has joined the creative team for the new version of Boy George's hit musical Taboo, that Thomas Hopkins Productions (THP) has had in development for the past few years.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 31, 2025- LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD Opens On Broadway and More
by - Oct 31, 2025
Happy Halloween, BroadwayWorld! It is October 31, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 31, 2025
Happy Halloween, BroadwayWorld! It is October 31, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at SDSU
by ErinMarie Reiter - Oct 30, 2025
The concert version of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s bittersweet musical at San Diego State University offered a sharp, soulful rewind through friendship, ambition, and the cost of success.
by ErinMarie Reiter - Oct 30, 2025
The concert version of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s bittersweet musical at San Diego State University offered a sharp, soulful rewind through friendship, ambition, and the cost of success.
Review: THE LINE OF BEAUTY, Almeida Theatre
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Oct 30, 2025
An award-winning LGBTQ novel, adapted for the stage by playwright of the moment Jack Holden (Cruising; Kenrex)... It sounds like a surefire hit for the Almeida, and sure enough, the entire run is currently fully sold out. But can a production be too sure of itself? Slick but straightforward, this premiere bucks the venue’s recent trend of plays that push the envelope.
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Oct 30, 2025
An award-winning LGBTQ novel, adapted for the stage by playwright of the moment Jack Holden (Cruising; Kenrex)... It sounds like a surefire hit for the Almeida, and sure enough, the entire run is currently fully sold out. But can a production be too sure of itself? Slick but straightforward, this premiere bucks the venue’s recent trend of plays that push the envelope.
Winners Announced for the 2025 UK THEATRE AWARDS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2025
The winners of the UK Theatre Awards 2025 were announced at a ceremony hosted by Faye Tozer. Now in its 30th year, the annual celebration honours creative excellence and outstanding achievements across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Find out all of the 2025 winners here.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2025
The winners of the UK Theatre Awards 2025 were announced at a ceremony hosted by Faye Tozer. Now in its 30th year, the annual celebration honours creative excellence and outstanding achievements across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Find out all of the 2025 winners here.
Review: ŁUKASZ TWARKOWSKI: ROHTKO, Barbican Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - Oct 3, 2025
The true crime genre has already provided one bona fide London smash this year in the sublime Kenrex but Łukasz Twarkowski takes a very different approach with this four-hour-long opus.
by Franco Milazzo - Oct 3, 2025
The true crime genre has already provided one bona fide London smash this year in the sublime Kenrex but Łukasz Twarkowski takes a very different approach with this four-hour-long opus.
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!
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!
Cast Set For THE LINE OF BEAUTY at the Almeida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2025
Francesca Amewudah-Rivers, Ellie Bamber, Doreene Blackstock, Charles Edwards, Arty Froushan, Claudia Harrison, Matt Mella, Hannah Morrish, Alistair Nwachukwu, Robert Portal, Leo Suter and Jasper Talbot are cast in the world premiere of The Line of Beauty.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2025
Francesca Amewudah-Rivers, Ellie Bamber, Doreene Blackstock, Charles Edwards, Arty Froushan, Claudia Harrison, Matt Mella, Hannah Morrish, Alistair Nwachukwu, Robert Portal, Leo Suter and Jasper Talbot are cast in the world premiere of The Line of Beauty.
KENREX To Play Christmas Season At The Other Palace Following Sold-Out Runs
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2025
The acclaimed true crime thriller KENREX transfers to The Other Palace for a Christmas season, running 3 December 2025 – 1 February 2026. Starring Jack Holden and featuring live Americana music by John Patrick Elliott.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2025
The acclaimed true crime thriller KENREX transfers to The Other Palace for a Christmas season, running 3 December 2025 – 1 February 2026. Starring Jack Holden and featuring live Americana music by John Patrick Elliott.
Cast Set For CLUB NVRLND Immersive Nightclub Musical at Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2025
The full cast is announced for the worldwide premiere of the immersive nightclub musical Club NVRLND at the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe including Ru Paul's Drag Race icon Le Fil.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2025
The full cast is announced for the worldwide premiere of the immersive nightclub musical Club NVRLND at the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe including Ru Paul's Drag Race icon Le Fil.
CLUB NVRLND, a Y2K-Themed Immersive Musical, to Make World Premiere at Edinburgh Fringe 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025
Club NVRLND, a nostalgic new immersive nightclub musical packed with 2000s pop anthems and inspired by Peter Pan, will make its world premiere at the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025
Club NVRLND, a nostalgic new immersive nightclub musical packed with 2000s pop anthems and inspired by Peter Pan, will make its world premiere at the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
AMERICAN PSYCHO, THE LINE OF BEAUTY and More Set For Rupert Goold's Final Season At Almeida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025
The Almeida Theatre has announced Rupert Goold’s final season as Artistic Director. The final season of Goold’s tenure as Artistic Director will include 10 productions, including four world premieres, a musical revival, and reimaginings of classic plays.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025
The Almeida Theatre has announced Rupert Goold’s final season as Artistic Director. The final season of Goold’s tenure as Artistic Director will include 10 productions, including four world premieres, a musical revival, and reimaginings of classic plays.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 20, 2025
by - May 20, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 20, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 20, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 20, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
New Version of TABOO Musical in Development with Book by Jack Holden and Boy George
by Joshua Wright - May 19, 2025
A new version of Taboo, the musical featuring Boy George’s music, is in development with a reworked book by Jack Holden and Boy George. A closed reading takes place this week in London.
by Joshua Wright - May 19, 2025
A new version of Taboo, the musical featuring Boy George’s music, is in development with a reworked book by Jack Holden and Boy George. A closed reading takes place this week in London.
BokFest: A Festival of Six New Queer Plays Set For This June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025
Following their appointment in March as an Associate Company of The Hope Theatre, Springbok Production House is set to take over The Hope Theatre this June with BokFest — a celebration of queer voices in theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025
Following their appointment in March as an Associate Company of The Hope Theatre, Springbok Production House is set to take over The Hope Theatre this June with BokFest — a celebration of queer voices in theatre.
Immersive Peter Pan Musical CLUB NVRLND to Premiere at 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025
The worldwide premiere of the immersive nightclub musical Club NVRLND is coming to the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe for a full run at Assembly Checkpoint this August. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025
The worldwide premiere of the immersive nightclub musical Club NVRLND is coming to the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe for a full run at Assembly Checkpoint this August. Learn more!
Review: KENREX, Southwark Playhouse
by Franco Milazzo - Feb 19, 2025
In a vigorous virtuoso performance that demands to be seen, Jack Holden brings to exhilarating life a true-life crime story from half a century ago.
by Franco Milazzo - Feb 19, 2025
In a vigorous virtuoso performance that demands to be seen, Jack Holden brings to exhilarating life a true-life crime story from half a century ago.
KENREX Transfers to Southwark Playhouse in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2024
The world premiere of KENREX will transfer from Sheffield Theatres' Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse to Southwark Playhouse Borough beginning in February 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2024
The world premiere of KENREX will transfer from Sheffield Theatres' Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse to Southwark Playhouse Borough beginning in February 2025.
Review Roundup: KENREX at Sheffield Theatres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2024
Sheffield Theatres is presenting KENREX- part True Crime, part Western, with a foot stomping live Americana soundtrack, KENREX is devised by Jack Holden and Ed Stambollouian. See what the critics are saying...
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2024
Sheffield Theatres is presenting KENREX- part True Crime, part Western, with a foot stomping live Americana soundtrack, KENREX is devised by Jack Holden and Ed Stambollouian. See what the critics are saying...
Review: SMOKE, King's Head Theatre
by Josh Maughan - Nov 5, 2024
I hope the team behind Smoke takes the opportunity to redevelop the piece—dive deeper, find more nuance, and hone in on the message they want to convey. With this, Smoke could evolve into a genuinely interesting, fresh take on the queer narrative.
by Josh Maughan - Nov 5, 2024
I hope the team behind Smoke takes the opportunity to redevelop the piece—dive deeper, find more nuance, and hone in on the message they want to convey. With this, Smoke could evolve into a genuinely interesting, fresh take on the queer narrative.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jack Holden been in?
Jack Holden has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has Jack Holden been in?
Jack Holden has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.
What was Jack Holden's first West End show?
Jack Holden's first West End show was Cruise which opened in 2021
What awards has Jack Holden been nominated for?
and Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for Cruise.
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