Matthew Xia

Stratford East Reveals 140th Anniversary Season Lineup

With Abigail's Party directed by Nadia Fall beginning previews this week, launching Stratford East's 140th anniversary season, the theatre has announced new shows and events for this milestone year, and Fall's final season as the theatre's Artistic Director. 

Jo Royce Joins Matthew Xia at the Helm of Actors Touring Company

Actors Touring Company, the UK’s leading producer of international plays, has announced the appointment of Jo Royce as its new Executive Director and Joint CEO.

Cast Set For GIRL IN THE MACHINE at the Young Vic Theatre

The Young Vic Theatre has announced casting for Girl in the Machine by Stef Smith and directed by Annie Kershaw.Girl in the Machine will run from Wednesday 16 - Saturday 26 October 2024 in the Young Vic’s Clare Theatre as part of the Creators Program and Genesis Future Directors Award program.

Laila Alj & More to Star in BODIES OF WATER World Premiere at the Ahoy! Centre

Actors Touring Company is partnering again with the Greenwich+Docklands International Festival 2024 to present Bodies of Water. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: SKELETON CREW, Donmar Warehouse

It takes its time to warm up. But when this American four hander stretches its dramatic muscles a pummelling emotional workout results

Greenwich + Docklands International Festival 2024 Reveals Full Programme

Greenwich+Docklands International Festival, London's award-winning annual outdoor festival of free theatre and performing arts taking place from 23 August to 8 September 2024, has revealed its full programme and an opening night event.

Full Programme of Events Set For Donmar OpenHouse For SKELETON CREW

The Donmar Warehouse has announced the full programmes for DONMAR OpenHouse, which is a long weekend (11 - 13 July) of free performances and events for groups with which the Donmar has extended and deepened its ties during Michael Longhurst's tenure as Artistic Director.

Greenwich+Docklands International Festival Reveals Lineup of First Five Events

Greenwich+Docklands International Festival will take place from 23 August – 8 September 2024, bringing together a FREE programme of performances by UK and international artists, including several productions which will be co-created with local participants and presented across public spaces in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Newham and the City of London. 

Full Cast Set For the UK Première of Dominique Morisseau's SKELETON CREW

The Donmar Warehouse has announced the full cast for Dominique Morisseau's Skeleton Crew – the final production in Michael Longhurst's tenure as Artistic Director. Olivier Award-winner Matthew Xia directs Tobi Bamtefa, Branden Cook, Pamela Nomvete, and Racheal Ofori.

Cast Set For WEDDING BAND at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the UK premiere of Alice Childress’ Wedding Band:  A Love/Hate Story in Black and White, directed by Stage Debut Award winner Monique Touko, who returns to the Lyric after the smash-hit production of School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play. 

Actors Touring Company's Andrew Smaje Steps Down

ACTORS TOURING COMPANY has announced the departure of its joint CEO and Executive Director Andrew Smaje after 8 years co-leading the organisation, the last six years alongside Artistic Director and joint CEO Matthew Xia. 

SKELETON CREW Will Make UK Premiere, Replacing PRIMARY TRUST at Donmar Warehouse This Summer

The Donmar Warehouse has added Dominique Morisseau’s Skeleton Crew to the programme for Michael Longhurst’s final season as Artistic Director.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW UK / West End Awards; Voting Ends 31 December!

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 31 December at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks Left to Vote for the BWW UK / West End Awards

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18 for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards December 5 Standings

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5 for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards!

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Donmar Warehouse Reveals Lineup For Michael Longhurst's Final Season

Michael Longhurst's final season as Artistic Director of the Donmar has been announced. Learn more about the season lineup here!

Review: FEELING AFRAID AS IF SOMETHING TERRIBLE IS GOING TO HAPPEN, Bush Theatre

A solo show that knows what it’s doing, it’s no wonder Feeling Afraid went down so well at the Edinburgh Fringe. Dos Santos’ script takes us in and out of a stand-up set as The Comedian (Samuel Barnett) walks us through his dating mishaps, family relationships, career woes, and thoughts about death.

Photos: First Look at FEELING AFRAID AS IF SOMETHING TERRIBLE IS GOING TO HAPPEN at the Bush Theatre

All new photos have been released from Feeling Afraid As If Something Terrible Is Going To Happen to mark the opening week at the Bush Theatre.  The Edinburgh Festival Fringe sensation runs at the Bush until 23 December 2023.

Andrea Ling Announced as 2023 Genesis Future Directors Award Recipient

The Young Vic Theatre and Genesis Foundation is excited to announce Andrea Ling as the 2023 Genesis Future Directors Award recipient.