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Conor McPherson Starts Shooting THE WEIR Based on Award-Winning Play
by Gillian Blum - Feb 14, 2026

Principal photography has commenced in Ireland on The Weir, the new feature from Conor McPherson based on his Laurence Oliver Award winning play of the same name.

INTO THE WOODS, EVITA, and More Nominated For 2026 Critics' Circle Theatre Awards; Full List
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026

The Critics' Circle has announced the nominations for the 2026 Theatre Awards, highlighting outstanding theatrical achievements.

Review Roundup: THE WEIR Opens at Harold Pinter Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025

See what the critics are saying about The Weir at the Harold Pinter Theatre in the West End. Read the reviews for the production, and learn more about The Weir here!

Review: THE WEIR, Harold Pinter Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - Sep 21, 2025

****'Brendan Gleeson's West End debut is quietly soul crushing'

Interview: 'This Play Is About Connection': Actor Seán McGinley on Language, Kindness and Human Connection in Conor McPherson’s THE WEIR
by Christiana Rose - Sep 18, 2025

Conor McPherson’s modern classic The Weir has opened at the Harold Pinter Theatre, running until 6 December 2025, in a new production directed for the first time by the playwright himself. Following a Dublin run at the 3Olympia Theatre, this staging unites a formidable ensemble led by Brendan Gleeson in his West End debut, alongside Owen McDonnell, Kate Phillips, Tom Vaughan-Lawlor and Seán McGinley.

Photos: Brendan Gleeson and More in THE WEIR
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2025

All new production photos have been released for The Weir, written, and directed for the first time, by Conor McPherson. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!

Photo: Brendan Gleeson in THE WEIR in Dublin
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025

Ahead of first preview in Dublin this evening, Kate Horton Productions and Landmark Productions released a first look at Brendan Gleeson as Jack in The Weir, written, and directed for the first time, by Conor McPherson.

Photos: First Look at the Cast of THE WEIR at the Harold Pinter Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2025

Check out a new cast portrait for a new production of The Weir, written and directed for the first time by Conor McPherson. The production will star Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin, Paddington 2) in his West End debut as Jack.

Full Cast Set For Conor McPherson's THE WEIR With Brendan Gleeson
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2025

The full cast has been announced for a new production of The Weir written, and directed for the first time, by Conor McPherson, starring Brendan Gleeson making his West End debut.

Further Performances Added For WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT at @sohoplace
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024

Further performances announced for WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT by Nassim Soleimanpour. The award-winning international hit continues to captivate audiences with its unique theatrical experience.

WOLF HALL Series Adds Harriet Walter & Timothy Spall
by Michael Major - Dec 4, 2023

Harriet Walter and Timothy Spall will join Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis, Jonathan Pryce, Kate Phillips and Lilit Lesser in the upcoming sequel to PBS' Emmy-nominated Wolf Hall miniseries. Walter will be playing Lady Margaret Pole, alongside Spall as the Duke of Norfolk.

Mark Rylance & Damian Lewis to Lead WOLF HALL Sequel on PBS
by Michael Major - Nov 20, 2023

Marl Rylance and Damian Lewis are starring in a sequel to PBS' Emmy-nominated miniseries adaptation of Wolf Hall. Rylance and Lewis will reprise their roles as Thomas Cromwell and English King Henry VIII, respectively. Jonathan Pryce, Kate Phillips and Lilit Lesser will also return to their roles for the series.

Line-up of Eurovision 2023 Grand Final Announced
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 17, 2023

The BBC has confirmed the line-up of incredible musical talent – including Kalush Orchestra, Sam Ryder, and established Eurovision icons – joining the 26 acts competing in the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final on May 13.

BBC Announces Semi-Final Performances for Eurovision 2023
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 14, 2023

Broadcast for the first time on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, both Semi-Finals offer entertainment for all audiences, whether new to Eurovision or an existing fan.

Hannah Waddingham, Graham Norton and Mel Giedroyc Announced as Part of BBC's EUROVISION Presenter Line-Up
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 22, 2023

The star-studded team hosting the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest from Liverpool to audiences across the world has been announced.

Liverpool to Host 2023 Eurovision Song Contest
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 10, 2022

The BBC has announced that the 67th Eurovision Song Contest will be held in Liverpool, with the Grand Final of the Contest to be on Saturday 13 May 2023.

Queens Announced For RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE UK Season Four
by Michael Major - Sep 7, 2022

The highly anticipated series “RuPaul’s Drag Race UK” is returning to WOW Presents Plus and World of Wonder has now Ru-vealed the next set of fabulous drag queens. The queens of Season 4 are: Baby, Black Peppa, Cheddar Gorgeous, Copper Top, Dakota Schiffer, Danny Beard, Jonbers Blonde, Just May, Le Fil, Pixie Polite, Sminty Drop, and Starlet.

Hannah Waddingham, Boy George & More to Guest Judge on RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE UK
by Michael Major - Sep 1, 2022

Hannah Waddingham, Boy George, Mel B, Dame Joanna Lumley, Alison Hammond, Lorraine Pascale, Leomie Anderson, Olly Alexander, FKA Twigs, AJ Odudu, Tess Daly, Giovanni Pernice, Aisling Bea and Cathy Dennis all sashay their way on to the glamorous set of a brand new season of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK.

VIDEO: RuPaul's DRAG RACE UK VS THE WORLD Drops Star-Studded Trailer
by Michael Major - Jan 26, 2022

World of Wonder just debuted a first look at the series premiere of “RuPaul's Drag Race UK Versus The World”, and the 9 queens competing. Competitors include Baga Chipz (UK), Blu Hydrangea (UK), Cheryl Hole (UK), Janey Jacké (Holland), Jimbo (Canada), Jujubee (US), Lemon (Canada), Mo Hart (US), and Pangina Heals (Thailand).

RuPaul's DRAG RACE UK VERSUS THE WORLD Announces Queens
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2022

Drag Race alumni from around the world will be battling it out, with judges RuPaul, Michelle Visage, Alan Carr, and Graham Norton presiding over the competition. WOW also recently announced the lineup of guest judges including Melanie C, Jade Thirlwall, Clara Amfo, Daisy May Cooper, and more. Check out the full list of contestants here!