Lizzie Nunnery

Greenwich Theatre Launches New Producing Arm Greenwich Theatre Productions
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026

Greenwich Theatre has announced a new venture for 2026 with the launch of Greenwich Theatre Productions, a producing arm that will see the theatre's commitment to in-house production increase even further and expand outside of the south London venue.

BWW Interview: Georgia Christou and Lizzie Nunnery Talk Writing for Tonic Theatre's Platform Project
by Maya Bowles - Oct 2, 2020

In 2015 Tonic Theatre launched the Platform project, in which they commissioned plays that put young women and their stories at the heart of the action, with mainly or entirely female casts. The two latest additions to the Platform series are 'Bright. Young. Things.' by Georgia Christou and 'Heavy Weather' by Lizzie Nunnery. We spoke to Georgia and Lizzie about what it was like to be part of the Platform project, and why they feel the project is so important.

BWW Review: BRIGHT. YOUNG. THINGS & HEAVY WEATHER, Nick Hern Books
by Cindy Marcolina - Jul 30, 2020

Two new pieces of youth drama are available in the Nick Hern Books catalogue, in their Platform series in collaboration with Tonic Theatre: Georgia Christou's Bright. Young. Things. and Lizzie Nunnery's Heavy Weather. Uncommonly for the publisher, the two plays haven't yet received a full production, but any directorially inclined eye can spot their potential.

Paines Plough Launches New Digital Projects Connecting Playwrights and Audiences Across the World
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2020

Paines Plough, one of the most celebrated new writing theatre companies in the UK who put the playwright at the centre of their work, is launching a series of new digital projects to connect national and international playwrights and audiences in response to the current global crisis.

Paines Plough Announce Anniversary Gala
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2019

Paines Plough have today announced a special one-off event at the Criterion Theatre on 18th November and a transfer of Sam Steiner's YOU STUPID DARKNESS! to Southwark Playhouse, a co-production with Theatre Royal Plymouth. The announcements mark the final programming from former co-Artistic Directors James Grieve and George Perrin. Charlotte Bennett and Katie Posner are set to announce their new season for the company on Friday 4 October.

Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre Announces Associate Companies
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2019

Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre is collaborating with two young and innovative theatre companies in what will become an ongoing programme of exciting new creative partnerships.

Liverpool Irish Festival Announces Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2018

Liverpool Irish Festival (18-28 Oct) is the largest festival of Irish art and culture in the UK. With over 60 events across the city incorporating visual art, film, performance, music, talks, tours, dance and more, the festival is in its 16th year and celebrates the connections between Liverpool and Ireland.

BWW Review: TO HAVE TO SHOOT IRISHMEN, Omnibus Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Oct 5, 2018

To Have To Shoot Irishmen brings the tragic story of Francis Sheehy Skeffington to the stage, with music and lyricism, a reminder of Ireland's fractured past and a warning about its fragile present.

Photo Flash: First Look at Lizzie Nunnery's TO HAVE TO SHOOT IRISHMEN
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2018

Get a first look at the production Images for the premiere of UK Theatre award-winning playwright Lizzie Nunnery's new play with songs To Have To Shoot Irishmen.

Gerard Kearns To Star In The Premiere Of Lizzie Nunnery's New Play TO HAVE TO SHOOT IRISHMEN at Omnibus Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2018

Almanac Arts has announced full casting for the premiere of Lizzie Nunnery's new play with songs To Have To Shoot Irishmen which will open at the Omnibus Theatre in London from 2-20 Oct and then tour.

Alamanac Arts Premieres Lizzie Nunnery's New Play TO HAVE TO SHOOT IRISHMEN
by Marianka Swain - Jul 4, 2018

Almanac Arts in association with Liverpool Irish Festival present the premiere of TO HAVE TO SHOOT IRISHMEN. A new play with songs by Lizzie Nunnery.

Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse Reveal Autumn Winter 2018 Season Ahead Of Public Sale
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2018

Following the announcement of The Lovely Bones, A Christmas Carol and Everyman rock 'n' roll panto The Snow Queen earlier this year, the Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse has revealed its full programme for Autumn Winter 2018. Book adaptations, comedians, music, familiar faces and new collaborations to join their in-house productions for the season.

Paines Plough Announce Programme 2018
by Julie Musbach - Feb 2, 2018

Artistic Directors of Paines Plough James Grieve and George Perrin today announced the company's full Programme 2018.

Nominations Announced for the Manchester Theatre Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jan 18, 2018

Nominations have been announced for the forthcoming Manchester Theatre Awards, to be held at The Lowry's Quays Theatre on Friday 9 March, hosted by actor and comedian Justin Moorhouse.

The Capstone Theatre Launches Spring 2018 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2018

The Capstone announces the launch of its spring 2018 season, which runs from late January to May 2018, and promises an eclectic range of artistic delights with a particular focus on contemporary music, jazz, world music and contemporary dance.

Full Casting Announced For The National Tour of CHIP SHOP CHIPS
by Stephi Wild - Nov 30, 2017

Box of Tricks announces full casting for their forthcoming tour of their sold-out 2016 production of Becky Prestwich's nostalgic tale of love over fish and chips with a side order of some Northern soul - Chip Shop Chips.

Box Of Tricks To Tour Becky Prestwich's CHIP SHOP CHIPS Across UK in 2018
by BWW News Desk - Nov 6, 2017

After the critical national success earlier this year with their UK Theatre award-winning production of Lizzie Nunnery's Narvik, Manchester theatre company Box of Tricks are set to tour in 2018 their acclaimed 2016 production of Becky Prestwich's funny and nostalgic tale of love over fish and chips and some Northern soul - Chip Shop Chips.

Winners Announced for UK Theatre Awards 2017
by Julie Musbach - Oct 15, 2017

UK Theatre has announced the winners of the UK Theatre Awards 2017 the only awards to honour outstanding achievement in performing, producing and management in theatres throughout the United Kingdom. The awards were hosted by Sharon D Clarke.

David Hare Receives The Gielgud Award at the 2017 UK Theatre Awards
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2017

David Hare is to receive this year's Gielgud Award for Excellence in the Dramatic Arts at the UK Theatre Awards 2017. The ceremony will take place on Sunday 15 October at London's Guildhall.

Lyn Gardner to Receive Outstanding Contribution to British Theatre Award
by BWW News Desk - Oct 5, 2017

Lyn Gardner will receive the award for Outstanding Contribution to British Theatre at the UK Theatre Awards 2017 on Sunday 15 October.