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Review Roundup: THE OTHER PLACE at The Shed
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026

The Shed and The National Theatre is presenting the North American premiere of The Other Place, which will run for a strictly limited, four-week engagement from January 30 to March 1, 2026, Read reviews for the production!

Cast Set For CARE By Alexander Zeldin at The Young Vic
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2026

The Young Vic Theatre has announced the casting for CARE, written and directed by internationally-acclaimed writer and director Alexander Zeldin in his Young Vic debut. Learn more here!

Photos: THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD is Now Playing at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025

The National Theatre has released a first look at the cast of The Playboy of the Western World. The cast includes Nicola Coughlan,  Éanna Hardwicke, and Siobhán McSweeney. Check out the photos here!

Photos: Nicola Caughlan and More in THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025

The National Theatre has released the first look at the cast of The Playboy of the Western World in rehearsals. The cast features Nicola Caughlan and more.

Tobias Menzies Joins Emma D’Arcy in THE OTHER PLACE at The Shed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025

Catch Tobias Menzies, Emma D’Arcy, and more in THE OTHER PLACE, premiering at The Shed from January 30 to March 1, 2026.

Full Cast Revealed For THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD at The National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025

The National Theatre has announced full casting for The Playboy of the Western World, a story of youth and self-discovery by John Millington Synge. Learn more here!

HAMLET New York Transfer and More Set for National Theatre 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2025

The National Theatre has revealed further information about productions in 2026. The season will feature the New York transfer of Hamlet, and more! See the full season here.

Review: GHOST STORIES, Peacock Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Oct 6, 2025

Ghost Stories, written by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman, promises audience members at the Peacock Theatre “moments of extreme shock and tension,” warning potential ticket bookers that the show is “unsuitable for anyone under the age of 15” and recommending that those of a “nervous disposition” should “think very seriously before attending.” It’s quite the list of warnings, making one question exactly what they are going to witness in the play.

Review: JOFFREY BALLET CARMEN at Lyric Opera Of Chicago
by Tina St. Angelo - Sep 21, 2025

The Joffrey Ballet’s current production and premiere at the Lyric Opera House is George Bizet’s eternal Carmen. The late, great choreographer Liam Scarlett conceived a ballet which is both classic, modern and seductive.

Cast Set For West End Run of GHOST STORIES
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2025

The cast has been set for the return of Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman's supernatural sensation Ghost Stories to the West End. Learn more about the upcoming show here!

Full Cast Set For David Lan's THE LAND OF THE LIVING as Rehearsals Begin at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2025

The National Theatre has announced full casting for The Land of the Living - a new play by former Artistic Director of the Young Vic, David Lan - as rehearsals begin on the South Bank.

VANYA Starring Andrew Scott Recoups Investment
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2025

The current Off-Broadway run of the Olivier Award-winning smash-hit, Vanya, starring Olivier Award winner Andrew Scott has recouped its initial investment. Learn more here!

Video: Andrew Scott Runs From VANYA Curtain Call to Screening in Costume
by Michael Major - Mar 28, 2025

After finishing a recent performance of his one-man play at the Lucille Lortel Theatre Off-Broadway, Andrew Scott ran from the stage, to the stage door, and then immediately to a screening of the live capture of the play. See the video!

Review Roundup: Andrew Scott Stars In VANYA Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2025

Olivier Award winner Andrew Scott stars in a radical new adaptation of Chekhov’s Vanya, opening tonight at the Lucille Lortel Theatre! Scott is reprising his wildly acclaimed performance, originated in London. Read the reviews!

Photo: First Look at Andrew Scott in VANYA Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025

Olivier Award winner Andrew Scott is now performing in the Olivier Award-winning Vanya at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. Get a first look at Scott in the production here!

Marianna Gailus to Join VANYA at at The Lucille Lortel Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025

Marianna Gailus (Patriots) has joined Vanya, the radical new adaptation of Chekhov’s masterwork, Uncle Vanya, as the understudy. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Andrew Scott Meets the Press for VANYA Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 5, 2025

Andrew Scott will be starring in Vanya at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. See photos of Andrew Scott meeting the press here! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: INNOCENCE �" ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2025 at Adelaide Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - Mar 5, 2025

This will be talked about for a long time to come.

VANYA Starring Andrew Scott Offers Affordable $40 Lottery Tickets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025

Learn how to secure $40 lottery tickets for VANYA, starring Andrew Scott, through TodayTix. Enter the digital lottery for a chance to see this adaptation of Chekhov's UNCLE VANYA at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.

Photos: VANYA Starring Andrew Scott Begins Rehearsals and Extends Run
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025

Rehearsals are underway for the Off-Broadway production of Vanya starring Andrew Scott, which has also extended its run. Check out rehearsal photos here!