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Every Brilliant Thing
[West End]
2025
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August in England August in England
[West End]
2023
Performer [Replacement]

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August in EnglandAugust in England
 
[West End, 2023]
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Evening Standard Awards - 2009 - Milton Shulman Award for Outstanding Newcomer

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Carla Mendonça Joins THE OTHER SIDE OF MURDER UK Tour Cast Photo
Carla Mendonça Joins THE OTHER SIDE OF MURDER UK Tour Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2026

Carla Mendonça, known for Coronation Street and My Parents are Aliens, will join Rufus Hound and Susie Blake in the UK and Ireland tour of Torben Betts' comedy thriller THE OTHER SIDE OF MURDER.
Stockard Channing Will Direct KRAPP'S LAST TAPE at Latitude Festival Photo
Stockard Channing Will Direct KRAPP'S LAST TAPE at Latitude Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026

Stockard Channing makes her directorial debut with Samuel Beckett's KRAPP'S LAST TAPE at Latitude Festival's 20th edition, starring David Westhead, before the production heads to Edinburgh Fringe.
THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE to Make World Premiere at Shakespeare's Globe Photo
THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE to Make World Premiere at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2026

Timberlake Wertenbaker's new play THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE will receive its world premiere at Shakespeare's Globe's Sam Wanamaker Playhouse as part of the venue's upcoming Winter Season.
Hackney Empire to Launch 16-Month 125th Anniversary Celebration With Hackney:Central Photo
Hackney Empire to Launch 16-Month 125th Anniversary Celebration With Hackney:Central Vision
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026

Hackney Empire announced its 125th anniversary plans under CEO Chris Sudworth's Hackney:Central vision, featuring a 16-month programme of theatre, comedy, music, and community events, including a world premiere co-production of Nanny of the Maroons.
ZOG to Return to Cadogan Hall With Royal Afternoon Tea Package Photo
ZOG to Return to Cadogan Hall With Royal Afternoon Tea Package
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026

Freckle Productions, in association with Rose Theatre, announced a partnership with The Rubens at the Palace for ZOG's return to Cadogan Hall, offering ticket holders a discounted Royal Afternoon Tea during Kids Week 2026.
CRANIUM OF CURIOSITIES: Ross Noble to Extend UK Tour With 37 New Dates Photo
CRANIUM OF CURIOSITIES: Ross Noble to Extend UK Tour With 37 New Dates
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026

Ross Noble announced a 37-date UK extension of his stand-up show CRANIUM OF CURIOSITIES, following a sold-out 59-date run. Presented by Mick Perrin Worldwide and PBJ Management, the tour visits stages across the UK.
ZOG Stage Adaptation Will Come to London's Cadogan Hall for Summer Run Photo
ZOG Stage Adaptation Will Come to London's Cadogan Hall for Summer Run
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026

Freckle Productions will present ZOG at London's Cadogan Hall, marking the company's sixth summer residency at the venue. The production features live music, puppetry, and songs by Joe Stilgoe.
Fatiha El-Ghorri Extends ‘Cockney Stacking Doll' Stand-Up Tour Photo
Fatiha El-Ghorri Extends ‘Cockney Stacking Doll' Stand-Up Tour
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2026

Due to high demand, Fatiha El-Ghorri’s debut stand-up tour, ‘Cockney Stacking Doll', has been extended for 25 further shows. The now 37-date tour is hitting venues across the UK this year from 25th April – 17th December 2026.
Robert Lindsay In Conversation and More Set For Riverside Studios' 50th Anniversary C Photo
Robert Lindsay In Conversation and More Set For Riverside Studios' 50th Anniversary Celebrations
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026

Riverside Studios has announced details of more special events being staged to celebrate the West London venue's 50th anniversary. Learn more about the lineup here!
Sindhu Vee, George Fouracres & Marcus Brigstocke Join LEAGUE OF IMPROV at The Phoenix Photo
Sindhu Vee, George Fouracres & Marcus Brigstocke Join LEAGUE OF IMPROV at The Phoenix
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2026

The League of Improv today has revealed a a Summer season of bright, sharp, and ridiculously funny comedy, with three shows, each featuring a high profile stand-up star as Special Guest. 
Lenny Henry Will Embark on First UK Tour Since 2010 Photo
Lenny Henry Will Embark on First UK Tour Since 2010
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

Comedian LENNY HENRY will embark on his first live UK tour in over a decade with 'Still At Large,' beginning on 5 May. The tour marks a significant return for the performer.
Latitude Festival Reveals First Wave Of 2026 Literary And Poetry Programme Photo
Latitude Festival Reveals First Wave Of 2026 Literary And Poetry Programme
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2026

LATITUDE FESTIVAL will present its 20th anniversary literary programme from 23-26 July 2026 at Henham Park, Suffolk, featuring poets including INUA ELLAMS, DR JOHN COOPER CLARKE, and COURTTIA NEWLAND.
Sir Lenny Henry and Maz Evans Become Patrons of Polka Theatre Photo
Sir Lenny Henry and Maz Evans Become Patrons of Polka Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2026

Sir Lenny Henry and Maz Evans will become Patrons of Polka Theatre. The announcement follows on from both artists’ recent creative collaborations with Polka Theatre.
Before Broadway: The International Stages That Launched This Spring’s Hit Shows Photo
Before Broadway: The International Stages That Launched This Spring’s Hit Shows
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 22, 2026

The Spring 2026 Broadway season is here at last, with many new productions set to arrive before the Tony Awards eligibility cutoff on April 26, 2026. Check out where this spring's shows were developed.
Review Roundup: Tony-Winner Daniel Radcliffe Stars in EVERY BRILLIANT THING on Broadw Photo
Review Roundup: Tony-Winner Daniel Radcliffe Stars in EVERY BRILLIANT THING on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2026

The Broadway premiere of Duncan MacMillan’s EVERY BRILLIANT THING, starring Tony Award winner Daniel Radcliffe opens at Broadway's Hudson Theatre tonight. Read the reviews!
Latitude Reveals 2026 Family Line-up Including Theatre, Comedy And More Photo
Latitude Reveals 2026 Family Line-up Including Theatre, Comedy And More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

Latitude Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary with a robust family program, featuring theatre, comedy, and more at Henham Park this July.
Sue Perkins, Sara Pascoe, and More Headline Latitude Comedy Bill Photo
Sue Perkins, Sara Pascoe, and More Headline Latitude Comedy Bill
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026

The Latitude Festival has announced Sara Pascoe, Sue Perkins and Sing-Along with The Section as the latest additions to its landmark 20th anniversary edition. Learn more here!
Photos: Freckle Productions' ZOG UK and Ireland Tour Photo
Photos: Freckle Productions' ZOG UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026

All new photos have been released from the UK and Ireland tour of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved story Zog. Check out photos from the show here!
From London to NYC: See These Olivier Award-Winners on Broadway in 2026 Photo
From London to NYC: See These Olivier Award-Winners on Broadway in 2026
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 11, 2026

Beyond already-running hits like Six, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Stranger Things: The First Shadow, and Operation Mincemeat, the 2025/26 Broadway season is already full of Olivier Award-winning (and nominated) productions, including...
Riverside Studios Will Host 50th Anniversary Celebration Events With Dame Helen Mirre Photo
Riverside Studios Will Host 50th Anniversary Celebration Events With Dame Helen Mirren And More
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

Riverside Studios has announced details of the first special events being staged to celebrate the West London venue's 50th anniversary. Learn more about the lineup here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Lenny Henry been nominated for?

and Milton Shulman Award for Outstanding Newcomer (Evening Standard Awards) for Othello.

What awards has Lenny Henry won?

Lenny Henry has received several prestigious awards throughout his career. He won the BAFTA Television Award for Best Entertainment Performance in 1999 and has been nominated for this award multiple times. He also won the Manchester Evening News Theatre Award for Best Actor in 1997 for his performance in The Comedy of Errors. In addition, Henry was awarded the Special Award at the British Comedy Awards in 2003. He received a nomination for the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Entertainment in 2019 for his role in the play The Brothers Size. Henry has been recognized for his contributions to the arts and entertainment industry, reflecting his influence and talent as a performer.

How many Broadway shows has Lenny Henry been in?

Lenny Henry has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Lenny Henry been in?

Lenny Henry has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Lenny Henry's first West End show?

Lenny Henry's first West End show was August in England which opened in 2023

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