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Dame Maureen Lipman Will Return to the West End in ALLEGRA
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026

Dame Maureen Lipman is set to bring ALLEGRA, Peter Quilter's comedy directed by three-time Olivier winner Stephen Mear, to London's Pinter Theatre for a strictly limited season.

Photos: First Look at ALLEGRA Starring Dame Maureen Lipman Ahead of UK Tour
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026

First-look production photos have been released for ALLEGRA, the new comedy starring Maureen Lipman. Written by Peter Quilter and directed by Stephen Mear, the production will begin its UK tour.

Photos: ALLEGRA in Rehearsal Ahead of UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026

The world premiere of Allegra, a new comedy by Tony Award and two time Olivier Award nominated playwright Peter Quilter, will open at Brighton's Theatre Royal and tours the UK prior to the West End. Check out rehearsal photos here!

Photos: ALLEGRA Begins Rehearsals Ahead Of UK Tour Starring Dame Maureen Lipman
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2026

Rehearsals have begun for the world premiere of ALLEGRA, a new comedy by Peter Quilter, starring Maureen Lipman in the title role. The production is directed and choreographed by Stephen Mear. See photos of the cast in action below.

Stephen Mear, John Middleton and More Join the Company of ALLEGRA Starring Dame Maureen Lipman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

The complete cast has been revealed joining Dame Maureen Lipman DBE in the world premiere of Allegra, a new comedy by Tony Award and two time Olivier Award nominated playwright Peter Quilter.

Stolen Shakespeare Guild to Stage SENSE AND SENSIBILITY in Fort Worth
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026

The Stolen Shakespeare Guild will present a new adaptation of Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY in Fort Worth, exploring themes of love, society, and family through the Dashwood sisters' poignant journey.

Photos: SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Opens At The American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2025

This summer, the American Shakespeare Center is celebrating Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday with a brand new production of her beloved classic SENSE AND SENSIBILITY. Check out photos from the show!

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Now on Stage at the Stratford Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2025

The Stratford Festival is now presenting Sense and Sensibility. Filled with simmering gossip, swooning assemblies and fierce wit, Kate Hamill’s stage adaptation of the classic novel hits the stage today. Learn more!

Matt Bogart, Chelsea Packard, & Jessica Grové Will Lead Revised SENSE & SENSIBILITY at Encore Musical Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Feb 7, 2025

The Encore Musical Theatre Company will present the Michigan premiere of Sense & Sensibility, a romantic new chamber musical with book, music, and lyrics by Tony Award nominee Paul Gordon (Jane Eyre, Pride and Prejudice, Emma, Daddy Long Legs) and based on the novel by Jane Austen.

Cast and Creative Teams Set for Stratford Festival 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2024

Stratford Festival has its preparations for 2025 in full swing. The preliminary casting for the 11 productions of the coming season has been revealed! Learn more about the 2025 company, stars and shows and see how to purchase tickets.

KEEPIN' IT REAL & More Set for Illusion Theatre 50th Anniversary 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2024

ILLUSION THEATER celebrates its 50th anniversary with a season of new plays and special performances, honoring its legacy of producing transformative theater on pressing social issues.

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Comes to Pitlochry Festival Theatre in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024

Pitlochry Festival Theatre and OVO have announced the première of Scottish playwright Frances Poet’s exciting new stage adaptation of Jane Austen’s satirical study of society, money, and love - Sense and Sensibility. 

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Comes to Kentucky Shakespeare in January
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2023

Kentucky Shakespeare returns to the Kentucky Center Bombard Theater January 6-14, 2024 with Kate Hamill's playful adaptation of Jane Austen's beloved classic novel.

Out Of The Box Theatre Company to Open 2023-24 Season With THE CONSTANT WIFE By W. Somerset Maugham
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023

Out of the Box Theatre Company will open its 2023-24 season with the classic comedy 'The Constant Wife' by W. Somerset Maugham. Join them for live performances in New York City from November 1-5. Tickets available now.

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Closes Northern Stage's 25th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2023

Northern Stage will close its celebratory 25th Anniversary Season with  Kate Hamill's vibrant and playful adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility, which will be performed June 14-July 9, 2023, in the Courtyard Theater at the Barrette Center for the Arts in White River Junction, VT.

Robert Cuccioli, Danny Bolero & More to Star in Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2023

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has announced the casts for this summer’s season. See details about the productions, learn who is starring and more!

Lesley Garrett Joins UK Tour of MY FAIR LADY
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2022

Birmingham Hippodrome have announced that opera superstar Lesley Garrett will be playing the role of Mrs Pearce in Lerner & Loewe’s critically acclaimed My Fair Lady when it comes to the city next year (Wed 8 Mar – Sun 19 Mar 2023) .

New Venues Announced For UK And Ireland Tour of MY FAIR LADY
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 6, 2022

Further venues have been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of Bartlett Sher's critically acclaimed and multi award-winning production of Lerner & Loewe's much loved MY FAIR LADY. The sumptuous production will visit Sunderland Empire (1st - 11th February), Bristol Hippodrome (14th - 25th February), Birmingham Hippodrome (8th - 19th March) and finally Manchester Palace (22nd March - 1st April).

Cast Announced For UK and Ireland Tour of MY FAIR LADY
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2022

Casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of Bartlett Sher's critically acclaimed and multi award-winning production of Lerner & Loewe's much loved MY FAIR LADY, which comes to Birmingham Hippodrome from Wednesday 8 March – Sunday 26 March 2023.

Review: GROUPTHINK at Six Points Theater
by Jared Fessler - Aug 23, 2022

What did our critic think of GROUPTHINK at Six Points Theater?