Jessica Swale

Review Roundup: PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Gillian Blum - Nov 30, 2025

PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL opened today in the West End, with the musical making its world premiere at the Savoy Theatre — what did critics think of the new production?

Studiocanal Launches Stage Division
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025

STUDIOCANAL has announced STUDIOCANAL ON STAGE, emphasising STUDIOCANAL’s focus on IP and the continued exploitation of their catalogue with more than 9 400 titles from 60 countries spanning 100 years of film history.

Video: Zooey Deschanel and Charlie Cox Star in Trailer for Holiday Rom-Com MERV
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 11, 2025

Prime Video has just debuted the trailer for Merv, the new holiday rom-com starring Zooey Deschanel and Charlie Cox. Check out the trailer now.

Photos: PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025

All new rehearsal photography has been released for Paddington The Musical, which opens next month at the Savoy Theatre. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!

Video: 'Pretty Little Dead Things' Preview From PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025

An all new video has been released, featuring a first listen to the song 'Pretty Little Dead Things', a brand-new track from PADDINGTON The Musical. Check out the video here!

Book Review: A YEAR OF CREATIVE THINKING by Jessica Swale
by Cindy Marcolina - Oct 6, 2025

Branded as “366 Daily Inspirations for Writers & Artists,” this compendium of prompts contains an abundance of inspiration. Many books like this exist already, yet award-winning writer and director Jessica Swale has compiled an exciting list of ideas that sets her apart from the rest of the flock. Interestingly, this isn’t aimed at writers of any specific technique or level. A newbie can pick it up, a novelist can decide to test their short-form. A poet might choose to compose in verse; a playwright might concoct a dialogued vignette.

Additional Cast Set For PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL West End Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025

With rehearsals underway for the world premiere of PADDINGTON The Musical, almost the full company has been revealed. Learn more about the upcoming show here!

Principal Cast Set For PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025

As rehearsals begin for the world premiere of PADDINGTON The Musical, the principal cast and further members of the creative team have been revealed. Learn more here!

PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Unveils Performance Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2025

The performance schedule has been revealed for PADDINGTON The Musical ahead of on sale next week. Learn more about the upcoming production and see how to purchase tickets.

The Ma'ayanot H.S./Black Box Studios Drama Society Will Perform THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2024

 The Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School Drama Society, in ongoing partnership with Black Box Studios, will present THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE this December.

Review: SENSE AND SENSIBILITY at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ-Simply Wonderful
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 10, 2024

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) continues their successful 2024 Season with a gem of a production, Jane Austin’s, 'Sense and Sensibility' now through September 22nd. The show is impeccably directed by Nisi Sturgis and features a marvelous cast.

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey to Present Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY in September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will present Sense and Sensibility at their F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University beginning September 4, 2024.

The Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School Drama Society Will Perform THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2024

The Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School Drama Society, in ongoing partnership with Black Box Studios, will present The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time, based on the novel by Mark Haddon and adapted by Simon Stephens.