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Photos: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING in Rehearsal at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre have released rehearsal images ahead of the UK premiere of the Tony Award-winning play Jaja’s African Hair Braiding which runs at the venue from Wednesday 18 March – Saturday 25 April 2026. Check out the photos here!

Cast Set For The Royal Shakespeare Company's DRIFTWOOD
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the full cast for its forthcoming production of Driftwood, a deeply evocative new play by Martina Laird, directed by Justin Audibert.

Review: THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS, Rose Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 12, 2026

Today we are wearily familiar with the terms 'Stop the Boats' and the narrative that all refugees are coming to Britain to take 'our' jobs, scam us for benefits and prey upon young girls. Nick Ahad's adaptation of Onjali Q. Raúf's beautiful book, The Boy at the Back of the Class, takes much of the political heat out of the issue with a hopeful and very human production for all ages.

Photos: Rose Theatre and Children’s Theatre Partnership Present THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2026

THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS is now playing at Rose Theatre in a stage adaptation of Onjali Q. Raúf’s novel. Directed by Monique Touko and adapted by Nick Ahad. Check out photos of the show.

Cast Set For JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Lyric Hammersmith
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre had announced casting for the UK premiere of the Tony Award-winning play Jaja's African Hair Braiding which runs at the venue from Wednesday 18 March – Saturday 25 April 2026.

Video: Beverley Knight and Ntombizodwa Ndlovu Rehearse 'Up Above My Head' From MARIE AND ROSETTA
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026

All new rehearsal footage has been released, featuring Beverley Knight (Sister Rosetta Tharpe) and Ntombizodwa Ndlovu (Marie Knight) performing ‘Up Above My Head’ from the West End premiere of Marie and Rosetta. Check out the video here!

Cast and Creative Team Set For THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026

Rose Theatre and Children's Theatre Partnership have announced full casting and further creative team for the 2026 return and tour of the adaptation of Onjali Q. Raúf's multi award-winning children's book The Boy at the Back of the Class.

New Dates Including Southbank Centre Added to UK Tour Of THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025

New dates have been announced as part of the 2026 UK Tour of The Boy at the Back of the Class.  The tour will now also play at Southampton's Mayflower Studios, Edinburgh's Festival Theatre, Eastbourne's Devonshire Park Theatre, and more.

Beverley Knight and Ntombizodwa Ndlovu Will Lead West End Premiere of MARIE AND ROSETTA at @sohoplace
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2025

The West End premiere of Marie and Rosetta is set for next year. Reprising their roles are multi-award winning singer and actress Beverley Knight as Rosetta Tharpe and Ntombizodwa Ndlovu making her West End debut as Marie Knight.

Photos: EMMA In Rehearsal At Rose Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2025

Rose Theatre will present the world premiere of Emma, Ava Pickett’s new adaptation of Jane Austen’s timeless story of romance, friendship, and the tricky business of figuring out what truly makes us happy. Check out photos from inside the rehearsal room!

Full Cast and Creative Team Set For EMMA at the Rose Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2025

In celebration of the 250th anniversary year of Jane Austen’s birth, one of Britain’s most beloved novelists, the Rose Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Ava Pickett’s (1536) new adaptation of Emma.

THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS to Launch 2026 UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025

The Boy at the Back of the Class, a celebration of friendship, kindness and compassion, is back with a 2026 UK Tour. See the list of tour dates and locations here and learn more!

Londoners Invited To Compete In 8-hour Dance Battle in Little Simz' Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2025

Dance enthusiasts everywhere are being invited to bring their skills, style and energy to London's Southbank Centre, as part of an open dance battle for a festival, curated by rapper and actress Little Simz.

Photos: Beverly Knight and Ntombizodwa Ndlovu in MARIE AND ROSETTA
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2025

All new production images have been released for the UK premiere of George Brant’s (Grounded) critically-acclaimed Marie and Rosetta. Check out the photos here!

Full Cast Set For The World Premiere of LIBERATION at Royal Exchange Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025

Liberation, a new play by poet and playwright Ntombizodwa Nyoni, directed by Monique Touko, will receive its World Premiere as part of Manchester International Festival 2025.

Full Cast Set for MARIE AND ROSETTA UK Premiere Starring Beverley Knight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025

The Rose Theatre, Chichester Festival Theatre and ETT revealed the full cast and creative team for the UK premiere of George Brant’s Marie and Rosetta. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: TAMBO & BONES At Actors Touring Company
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2025

Actors Touring Company has released production photos of their acclaimed production of Dave Harris’ Tambo & Bones which will return for a national tour from 7 March - 24 May 2025.

Cast Set For UK Tour of TAMBO & BONES
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

Actors Touring Company has announced casting for their acclaimed production of Dave Harris' Tambo & Bones which will return for a national tour beginning in March.

Sadler's Wells Launches New Annual Youth Festival Showcasing The Best Dance Being Created With Young People
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024

In July 2025, Sadler's Wells will present the first edition YFX Youth Festival, a new annual festival which celebrates and showcases the exceptional range of youth work across the United Kingdom.

OUR MIGHTY GROOVE Comes to Sadler's Wells in February
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024

Sadler’s Wells and Uchenna Dance have announced the cast for Vicki Igbokwe-Ozoagu's immersive dance production, Our Mighty Groove, which will be the inaugural show at Sadler’s Wells East in February 2025.