Joel Horwood

Interview: 'I'm Intrigued By John Watson': Actor Jyuddah Jaymes on Curiosity and Suspense in SHERLOCK HOLMES
by Kat Mokrynski - May 26, 2026

The game is afoot at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre! Sherlock Holmes, written by Joel Horwood and directed by Sean Holmes, opened earlier this month, bringing with it a new interpretation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic characters of Sherlock [Joshua James] and his companion, Dr John Watson [Jyuddah Jaymes]. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Jaymes about taking on the role of Watson. We discussed how he first got started in the world of theatre, what it is like to be putting his own spin on such an iconic character and even what it’s like to perform in an outdoor theatre!

Review: SHERLOCK HOLMES, Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Gary Naylor - May 14, 2026

Something for everyone in Joshua James's tremendous turn as the great detective

Photos: SHERLOCK HOLMES in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has released all new rehearsal photos for the world premiere of Sherlock Holmes, a new mystery by Joel Horwood. Check out the photos here!

Full Cast Set for SHERLOCK HOLMES World Premiere at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2026

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has revealed the full cast for the world premiere of Sherlock Holmes, a new mystery by Joel Horwood, directed by Sean Holmes.

Rialto Chatter: Regé-Jean Page Will Make Stage Debut in New THE GREAT GATSBY Adaptation in London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

A new stage adaptation of The Great Gatsby may be heading to the West End, led by Bridgerton star Regé-Jean Page. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

CATS, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, and More Set For Regent's Park Open Air Theatre in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced Drew McOnie's second season, opening with the world premiere of Sherlock Holmes, a new mystery by Joel Horwood. Learn more here!

Canterbury's JGH Academy of Theatre Arts Unveils Fifth Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025

Canterbury's JGH Academy of Theatre Arts has revealed their fifth anniversary season of live performances. See the full season lineup here and learn how to purchase tickets.

Wise Children Reveals New Season Including Emma Rice's Adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock's NORTH BY NORTHWEST
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2024

With their co-production with the RSC of The Buddha of Suburbia about to transfer to the Barbican, Wise Children has announced their forthcoming season of work, which includes Artistic Director Emma Rice's brand-new adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock's North by Northwest, which she also directs. Learn more about the full season here!

Manchester Based Theatre NPO ThickSkin Appoints Six New Trustees
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2023

ThickSkin, a Manchester-based theatre NPO, has appointed six new trustees. Learn more here!

Interview: Keir Ogilvy, Trevor Fox, and Laurie Ogden of THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE on Bringing the Show to the Stage
by Kat Mokrynski - Oct 31, 2023

Broadwayworld spoke with Trevor Fox (Dad), Laurie Ogden (Sis) and Keir Ogilvy (Boy) about the show coming to the West End. We discussed what it is like being in an adaptation of Neil Gaiman's work, how The Ocean at the End of the Lane is theatre for everyone, and how they each relate to their characters.

Review: THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE, Noël Coward Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 12, 2023

Based on Neil Gaiman’s short 2013 novel, this seemingly simple story is of a man who revisits his childhood where he discovers friendship for the first time and copes with the aftermath of his mother’s death. When his father takes in a terrifying lodger, a nightmarish fantasy world envelopes him as he struggles to distinguish between illusion and reality.

SUNSET BOULEVARD Leads Our Top Ten West End Shows for October
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 1, 2023

The West End is bursting with amazing shows this October. The stars are out: Nicole Scherzinger, Kristin Scott Thomas, Lily James, Kenneth Branagh, Giles Terera and Joseph Fiennes are just some of the actors treading the boards of the capital this month.

London Theatre Week Extension: Tickets From Just £15 for THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 13, 2023

London Theatre Week: Tickets From just £15 for The Ocean at the End of the Lane. From the imagination of Neil Gaiman, best-selling author of Good Omens, Coraline and The Sandman, the National Theatre’s smash-hit production The Ocean at the End of the Lane returns to the West End this October for seven weeks only.

Review: THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE, King's Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Aug 30, 2023

From the imagination of Neil Gaiman, best-selling author of Coraline, Good Omens and The Sandman (now a major Netflix series), comes the National Theatre’s major new stage adaptation of The Ocean at the End of the Lane.

Exclusive Presale for THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE, Returning to the West End
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 8, 2023

From the imagination of Neil Gaiman, best-selling author of Good Omens, Coraline and The Sandman, the National Theatre’s smash-hit production The Ocean at the End of the Lane returns to the West End this October for seven weeks only.

THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE to Return to the West End This Autumn
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 6, 2023

Following a highly acclaimed tour across the UK and Ireland, the National Theatre’s smash-hit production of The Ocean at the End of the Lane will return to London’s West End for a strictly limited 7-week run this autumn. 

THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2023

The National Theatre's critically acclaimed The Ocean at the End of the Lane a thrilling adventure of fantasy, myth and friendship, will visit Milton Keynes Theatre 27 June – 01July.

REVIEW: Brilliantly Bizarre, URINETOWN THE MUSICAL Is Better Than It Sounds.
by Jade Kops - Jan 14, 2023

Mark Hollman (Music and Lyrics) and Greg Kotis’ (Book and Lyrics) self-aware, satirical, comedy musical URINETOWN THE MUSICAL opens at Hayes Theatre to roars of laughter as unusual subject matter makes for powerful metaphors for modern life. 

URINETOWN Opens at The Hayes Theatre This Week
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2023

The privilege to pee has never been more topical with the satirical comedy musical URINETOWN opening this week. This critically acclaimed musical, produced by Heart Strings Theatre Co in association with Hayes Theatre Co, opens at the Hayes Theatre on Wednesday this week, 11 January.

Review: THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE, The Lowry
by Mickey-Jo Boucher - Dec 21, 2022

Just over a year after the opening of its West End run at the Duke of York’s Theatre, the critically acclaimed production remains a singularly thrilling piece of storytelling.