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Rose Theatre Adds Eight New Trustees to Board
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2026

Rose Theatre announced eight new industry leaders to its board, including executives from Netflix's Roald Dahl Story Company, Live Nation Entertainment, and financial services firms, as the Kingston upon Thames venue marks eighteen years.

Video: Hijack Season 2 Episode 6 Sneak Preview Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 20, 2026

Watch a sneak peek clip from Hijack Season 2 Episode 6! Sam tries a dangerous tactic to outsmart police in this penultimate episode on Apple TV+.

Video: Watch a Sneak Preview From Episode 5 of HIJACK Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2026

A sneak peek clip has been released from a new episode of Hijack, starring Idris Elba. In the new episode, anger and frustration among the passengers begin to boil over just as Sam comes to a frightening realization. Check out the clip now.

Video: Watch a Sneak Preview From Episode 4 of HIJACK Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 30, 2026

A new sneak peek clip has been released from a new episode of Hijack, starring and executive-produced by Idris Elba.In the new episode, a shocking turn of events forces Sam to make a gesture of good faith. Check out the clip now.

Video: Watch a Sneak Preview From Episode 3 of HIJACK Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 23, 2026

A sneak peek clip has been released from the third episode of Hijack Season 2, starring Idris Elba. The episode debuts Wednesday, January 28 on Apple TV. Check out the clip now.

Video: Exclusive Look at HIJACK Season 2, Episode 2
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2026

A sneak peek clip has been released from the upcoming episode of Hijack, starring Idris Elba. In the new episode, Sam Nelson urges Otto to keep his cool as passengers begin to suspect something is wrong. Check out the clip now.

Video: Watch a Sneak Peek Clip From the Season 2 Premiere of HIJACK
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 8, 2026

Take a look at a sneak peek clip from the season two premiere of Hijack, starring Idris Elba. The new season picks up two years after Flight KA29’s hijacking, when a Berlin underground train and its commuters are taken hostage.

Video: Idris Elba Stars in Trailer for Apple's HIJACK Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2025

Apple TV has unveiled the trailer for season two of the second season of “Hijack,” starring and executive-produced by Idris Elba. It is set to premiere on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Check out the trailer now.

Video: Apple TV Shares First Look at HIJACK Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 21, 2025

Apple TV has revealed a first look and premiere date for the second season of “Hijack,” starring and executive-produced by Idris Elba. Check out the first-look video now!

Belgrade Theatre Coventry Reveals 2025 Spring/Summer Family Shows
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2025

Belgrade Theatre Coventry has released details of its upcoming family programming for spring and summer 2025, featuring a range of productions aimed at young audiences from babies to pre-teens.

Review: THE KOALA WHO COULD, artsdepot
by Christiana Rose - May 6, 2025

The Koala Who Could is a bestselling children’s book by Rachel Bright and Jim Field, which has been Adapted and Directed for theatre by Emma Earle. Production Company Nicholl Entertainment is known for their expertise in large-scale puppetry and the adaptation does not disappoint, with lively expressive figures aplenty. The tale follows Kevin the Koala, who is overwhelmed by anxiety and is painfully unable to un-cling from the familiarity of his home. The soothing eucalyptus tree represents safety, but also limitations.

Unicorn Theatre Announces 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2025

As the national theatre for young audiences, the Unicorn will bring its creative vision into 2025, presenting a dynamic lineup of exciting world premieres alongside beloved returning favourites.

Cast Set For THE LION INSIDE at Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

Following its premiere UK and international tour last year, the stage adaptation of Rachel Bright and Jim Field’s best-selling children’s book, The Lion Inside, will return to London in April, playing at the Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall.

THE KOALA WHO COULD Will Embark on World Premiere UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024

Emma Earle and Eamonn O’Dwyer’s adaptation of Rachel Bright and Jim Field’s best-selling children’s book, The Koala Who Could, will embark on a world premiere UK tour next year.

David Baddiel Will Appear at Storyhouse's Wayword Festival This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2024

Bestselling author, comedian, actor and screenwriter David Baddiel is set to join the line-up at this month’s WayWord Festival for Kids.

Full Cast and Creative Team Set For the World Premiere of THE LION INSIDE at Rose Theatre Kingston
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2024

The full cast and further creative team have been revealed for the world premiere tour of Sarah Punshon's adaptation of Rachel Bright and Jim Field's best-selling children's book, The Lion Inside, with original music and lyrics by Eamonn O'Dwyer.

Rose Theatre Reveals Spring 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023

Rose Theatre has announced their Spring 2024 season continuing their commitment to international collaboration and supporting artist development. Learn more about the upcoming show lineup here!

Video: Idris Elba Stars in HIJACK Trailer on Apple TV+
by Michael Major - May 25, 2023

Created by George Kay (“Lupin,” “Criminal”) and Jim Field Smith (“Criminal,” “Truth Seekers”), who also wrote and lead directed the series respectively, the seven-part series also stars Emmy Award and NAACP Image Award-winner Archie Panjabi (“The Good Wife,” “Snowpiercer,” “Blindspot”). Watch the new video trailer now!

Idris Elba to Lead Apple TV+ Thriller Series HIJACK
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2022

The series is written by George Kay (“Lupin,” “Criminal”) and will be directed by Jim Field Smith (“Criminal,” “The Wrong Mans”), who will both also serve as executive producers alongside Elba, Jamie Laurenson, Hakan Kousetta and Kris Thykier. “Hijack” will be produced by 60Forty Films and Idiotlamp Productions in association with Green Door.

OI FROG & FRIENDS! Olivier Award Nominated Stage Show Leaps Into London For The Easter Holidays
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2022

Kenny Wax Family Entertainment's hit musical production of Oi Frog & Friends! which is currently touring the UK, following its critically acclaimed West End run in 2019/20, will play artsdepot in North Finchley, London, from Tuesday 12 – Saturday 16 April 2022.