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Photos: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING in Rehearsal at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre have released rehearsal images ahead of the UK premiere of the Tony Award-winning play Jaja’s African Hair Braiding which runs at the venue from Wednesday 18 March – Saturday 25 April 2026. Check out the photos here!

THE HARDER THEY COME To Return To Stratford East In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 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.

Cast Set For JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Lyric Hammersmith
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre had announced casting for the UK premiere of the Tony Award-winning play Jaja's African Hair Braiding which runs at the venue from Wednesday 18 March – Saturday 25 April 2026.

BLACK POWER DESK Will Have Its World Premiere at Birmingham Hippodrome
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2025

The world premiere of Black Power Desk, a new Black British musical by critically acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo (Old Vic 12, Roundhouse, Bush Theatre), will take place at Birmingham Hippodrome’s Patrick Studio from Wednesday, October 22 through Saturday, October 25, 2025.

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.

Review: THE HARDER THEY COME, Theatre Royal Stratford East
by Franco Milazzo - Sep 24, 2025

One minute you’re in an East London street, the next you are immediately transported to early-1970s Kingston: the style, the sounds, the rhythms, the smell of ambition and frustration. The Harder They Come at Stratford East is a vivid, energetic production that honours the cult classic film while breathing new life into it.

Photos: THE HARDER THEY COME in Rehearsal at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2025

Stratford East has released first look rehearsal images for The Harder They Come, the newly adapted reggae musical based on the cult Jamaican film of the same name. Check out the photos here!

Photos: BLACK POWER DESK In Rehearsal At Brixton House
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025

Check out brand-new photos from inside the rehearsal room for the world premiere of Black Power Desk, the largest production in Brixton House’s history. Written by critically acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo (Old Vic 12, Roundhouse, The Bush), the new musical will run as part of Brixton House’s Uprising Festival, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Brixton Uprising.

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.

Cast Set For BLACK POWER DESK at Brixton House
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025

Brixton House and PlayWell Productions in association with Birmingham Hippodrome and Salford's Lowry have announced the nine-strong cast for the World Premiere of Black Power Desk.

World Premiere BLACK POWER DESK From Brixton House and Playwell Productions
by Emmy Rice - Jun 22, 2025

Brixton House and Playwell Productions in association with Birmingham Hippodrome and Manchester’s Lowry present the World Premiere of Black Power Desk by critically-acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo.

New Musical BLACK POWER DESK and More Set for Brixton House Third Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025

Brixton House will mark its third anniversary with its biggest season to date. Seven shows form a season that celebrates originality, spirit and resilience from the 1970s to the present day. Learn more!

MJ THE MUSICAL, CHOIR BOY, and More Win 2024 Black British Theatre Awards
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2024

The Black British Theatre Awards have announced the winners of its 2024 awards. The BBTAs continue to honour the outstanding achievements and contributions of Black artists to the UK's vibrant theatre industry.

MJ THE MUSICAL, CHOIR BOY, and More Win 2024 Black British Theatre Awards
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024

The Black British Theatre Awards have announced the winners of its 2024 awards at a prestigious ceremony held at the Lyceum Theatre. Celebrating its sixth year, the BBTAs continue to honour the outstanding achievements and contributions of Black artists to the UK's vibrant theatre industry.

2022 Black British Theatre Awards Winners Announced
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 17, 2022

The winners of the Black British Theatre Awards 2022 have been announced. The awards' ceremony was held the National Theatre on October 16.