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Photos: Sandra Oh and More in Rehearsal For THE MISANTHROPE at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026

The National Theatre has released a first look at rehearsals for Martin Crimp’s new adaptation of Molière’s The Misanthrope. Learn more and check out the photos here!

Full Cast Set For THE MISANTHROPE Starring Sandra Oh
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

Golden Globe winner Sandra Oh leads the full cast of THE MISANTHROPE at London's National Theatre, directed by Indhu Rubasingham in Martin Crimp's new verse adaptation of Molière's classic satire.

Isis Hainsworth, Adam James and More to Star in RSC’s MEASURE FOR MEASURE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2025

The full cast has been revealed for the RSC’s forthcoming production of William Shakespeare’s razor-sharp thriller of hypocrisy and corruption, Measure for Measure. See who is starring and learn more!

Video: Sharon D Clarke Discusses THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST on London Theatre Review Podcast
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 15, 2024

Three-time Olivier Award winner Sharon D Clarke discusses playing Lady Bracknell in The Importance of Being Earnest at the National Theatre and what audiences can expect on The London Theatre Review in the video here.

Review Roundup: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at the National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2024

See what the critics are saying about The Importance of Being Earnest at The National Theatre, starring Ncuti Gatwa and more! Read the review for the production.

Photos: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST At National Theatre In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2024

The National Theatre has shared photos from inside the rehearsal room for the upcoming production of Oscar Wilde’s joyful and flamboyant comedy The Importance of Being Earnest.

Full Cast Set For THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2024

The National Theatre has announced the full cast for its upcoming production of Oscar Wilde's joyful and flamboyant comedy The Importance of Being Earnest as rehearsals begin.

Review Roundup: CORIOLANUS at The National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2024

See what the critics are saying about Coriolanus at the National Theatre. Read the reviews for the production, directed by National Theatre Associate Lyndsey Turner and starring David Oyelowo, and learn more about the show.

Cast Set For The National Theatre's CORIOLANUS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024

The National Theatre has announced the full cast for its upcoming production of Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, directed by National Theatre Associate Lyndsey Turner (Under Milk Wood, The Crucible) and featuring David Oyelowo (Selma, Lawmen: Bass Reeves) in the titular role, as rehearsals begin on the South Bank.

Video: Watch a Trailer for LONDON TIDE at the National Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - May 18, 2024

Watch a Trailer for London Tide, playing at the Lyttelton Theatre until 22 June, in the video here!

A TUPPERWARE OF ASHES, THE OTHER PLACE, and More Set For the National Theatre's Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024

The National Theatre has announced two new productions for its South Bank stages this autumn: the world premiere of Tanika Gupta’s A Tupperware of Ashes in the Dorfman theatre, and a new play by Alexander Zeldin inspired by Antigone called The Other Place in the Lyttelton theatre.

Full Cast Set For the National Theatre's DEAR OCTOPUS Starring Lindsay Duncan
by Stephi Wild - Dec 21, 2023

The National Theatre has announced the full cast for Dear Octopus. Dear Octopus will run at the Lyttleton Theatre from 7 February–27 March 2024. Learn more about the cast here!

Review Roundup: EUREKA DAY, Starring Helen Hunt
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 27, 2022

The Old Vic and Sonia Friedman Productions just celebrated opening night of Eureka Day, the European premiere production of Jonathan Spector's multi award-winning play at The Old Vic, directed by Katy Rudd (The Ocean at the End of the Lane, Camp Siegfried).

Photos: First Look at Taron Egerton, Jonathan Bailey, Jade Anouka & Phil Daniels in COCK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2022

Production photographs of Taron Egerton, Jonathan Bailey, Jade Anouka and Phil Daniels in C O C K at the Ambassadors Theatre - Mike Bartlett’s Olivier award winning play about love and identity are released today. 

Photo Flash: First Look at All New Photos of Ian McKellen in KING LEAR
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2018

The cast of King Lear at the Duke of York's Theatre includes Kirsty Bushell (Regan), Richard Clews (Gentleman Informer / Old Man), James Corrigan(Edmund), Sinead Cusack (Kent), John Hastings (Curan / Doctor), Anthony Howell (Albany), Lloyd Hutchinson (Fool), Jake Mann (Burgundy / Lear's Knight), Michael Matus (Oswald), Ian McKellen (King Lear), James Millard, Johanne Murdock, Jessica Murrain, Claire Price (Goneril), Daniel Rabin(Cornwall), Caleb Roberts (King of France), Scott Sparrow (Albany's Man), Luke Thompson (Edgar), Anita-Joy Uwajeh (Cordelia), John Vernon andDanny Webb (Gloucester).

West End's KING LEAR Announces £5 Tickets For 16-25 Year Olds
by Stephi Wild - Jul 11, 2018

£5 tickets to King Lear will be made available as part of Chichester Festival Theatre's Prologue scheme for 16-25 year olds.

Full Cast And NT Live Screening Announced For KING LEAR With Ian McKellen In The Title Role
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2018

Further casting is announced for the West End transfer of Chichester Festival Theatre's critically-acclaimed production of Shakespeare's King Lear, directed by Jonathan Munby, which will run at the Duke of York's Theatre in London for 100 performances only from 11th July to 3rd November 2018.

New Perspectives Presents THE GIANT JAM SANDWICH
by Julie Musbach - Feb 22, 2018

An all-time favourite picture book of generations of parents and children, The Giant Jam Sandwich is the madcap tale of the eccentric little village of Itching Down which is invaded by four million troublesome wasps.

ANIMAL HOUSE in HD this August at The Ridgefield Playhouse
by Rebecca Russo - Jul 14, 2016

It's time to grab your toga and return to Faber College for the wildest frat party ever when "National Lampoon's Animal House" joins the lineup of Fathom Events and Turner Classic Movies' TCM Big Screen Classics series. This special screening will take place on Wednesday, August 17 at 7 p.m. as part of the AAA Northeast at the Playhouse Live in HD Series, and includes specially produced commentary from a TCM host before and after the feature. For tickets ($10), call or visit the box office, 203-438-5795 or go online at ridgefieldplayhouse.org.

BWW Reviews: CALIFORNIAN LIVES, King's Head Theatre, April 22 2013
by Gary Naylor - Apr 23, 2013

Gary Naylor sees three monologues that recall Alan Bennett's Talking Heads.