Mike Akers
Mike Akers is a dramaturg, writer in room whose BroadwayWorld credits include Jane Eyre, La Strada, and Peter Pan.
Latest News on Mike Akers:
- Cast Set For JANE EYRE at StoryhouseSep 24, 2026
- Rose Theatre Adds Eight New Trustees to BoardSep 16, 2026
- JANE EYRE to Open at Mercury Theatre Colchester, Tour Through NovemberSep 14, 2026
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VIDEO: Meet Nadia Clifford, Starring as 'Jane Eyre' at the National
by BWW News Desk - 2017-09-18 13:45:51
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Cast Set For JANE EYRE at Storyhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026
Olivia Marcus and Gabriel Akuwudike lead a new stage adaptation of Charlotte Brontë's novel at Storyhouse in Chester. The production features an ensemble cast and marks a fresh take on the classic story.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026
Olivia Marcus and Gabriel Akuwudike lead a new stage adaptation of Charlotte Brontë's novel at Storyhouse in Chester. The production features an ensemble cast and marks a fresh take on the classic story.
Rose Theatre Adds Eight New Trustees to Board
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2026
Rose Theatre announced eight new industry leaders to its board, including executives from Netflix's Roald Dahl Story Company, Live Nation Entertainment, and financial services firms, as the Kingston upon Thames venue marks eighteen years.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2026
Rose Theatre announced eight new industry leaders to its board, including executives from Netflix's Roald Dahl Story Company, Live Nation Entertainment, and financial services firms, as the Kingston upon Thames venue marks eighteen years.
JANE EYRE to Open at Mercury Theatre Colchester, Tour Through November
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2026
A new touring production of JANE EYRE will premiere at Mercury Theatre Colchester from September 26 to October 10, 2026, before touring to Rose Theatre Kingston, Northern Stage Newcastle, and Storyhouse Chester through November. The production is directed by Lily Dyble, recipient of the 2025 Royal Theatrical Support Trust Sir Peter Hall Director Award.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2026
A new touring production of JANE EYRE will premiere at Mercury Theatre Colchester from September 26 to October 10, 2026, before touring to Rose Theatre Kingston, Northern Stage Newcastle, and Storyhouse Chester through November. The production is directed by Lily Dyble, recipient of the 2025 Royal Theatrical Support Trust Sir Peter Hall Director Award.
Cast Set for JANE EYRE at Mercury Theatre Colchester
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026
Olivia Marcus and Gabriel Akuwudike will lead JANE EYRE at Mercury Theatre Colchester from Sept 26-Oct 10, 2026, before touring to Rose Theatre, Northern Stage and Storyhouse.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026
Olivia Marcus and Gabriel Akuwudike will lead JANE EYRE at Mercury Theatre Colchester from Sept 26-Oct 10, 2026, before touring to Rose Theatre, Northern Stage and Storyhouse.
RTST SIR PETER HALL DIRECTOR AWARD 2026 to Open for Entries
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
The Royal Theatrical Support Trust and Exeter Northcott Theatre have opened entries for a director award offering a mid-scale regional theatre production and touring opportunity, plus a £60,000 grant.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
The Royal Theatrical Support Trust and Exeter Northcott Theatre have opened entries for a director award offering a mid-scale regional theatre production and touring opportunity, plus a £60,000 grant.
Creative Team Set For JANE EYRE UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
Mercury Theatre Colchester, Rose Theatre Kingston, Storyhouse Chester and Northern Stage Newcastle announced the creative team for a new touring production of JANE EYRE, directed by Lily Dyble.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
Mercury Theatre Colchester, Rose Theatre Kingston, Storyhouse Chester and Northern Stage Newcastle announced the creative team for a new touring production of JANE EYRE, directed by Lily Dyble.
JANE EYRE New Stage Adaptation Will Come to Storyhouse This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Storyhouse in Chester will stage a co-production of JANE EYRE, directed by 2025 RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award winner Lily Dyble, in association with Mercury Theatre, Rose Theatre Kingston, and Northern Stage.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Storyhouse in Chester will stage a co-production of JANE EYRE, directed by 2025 RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award winner Lily Dyble, in association with Mercury Theatre, Rose Theatre Kingston, and Northern Stage.
JANE EYRE Will Come to the Mercury Theatre Colchester in September
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026
A brand new production of Jane Eyre, based on Sally Cookson, Mike Akers and the original company's adaptation of the Charlotte Brontë novel, will come to the Mercury Theatre Colchester in September.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026
A brand new production of Jane Eyre, based on Sally Cookson, Mike Akers and the original company's adaptation of the Charlotte Brontë novel, will come to the Mercury Theatre Colchester in September.
Guest Blog: Gareth Machin, Artistic Director of Wiltshire Creative, On Reopening Salisbury Playhouse
by Guest Author - Sep 28, 2021
In the words of Cosmo Brown, 'Make 'em laugh' - and how life-affirming to hear waves of laughter ripple through Salisbury Playhouse this week. At times over the past few months, the building has felt like a ghost ship, but now it's awake, buzzing and alive with people having a great night out.
by Guest Author - Sep 28, 2021
In the words of Cosmo Brown, 'Make 'em laugh' - and how life-affirming to hear waves of laughter ripple through Salisbury Playhouse this week. At times over the past few months, the building has felt like a ghost ship, but now it's awake, buzzing and alive with people having a great night out.
Royal & Derngate Announces Full Cast and Creative Team For PIPPI LONGSTOCKING
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2019
The full cast and creative team has been announced for the world premiere of Pippi Longstocking, Royal & Derngate's 2019 Made in Northampton Christmas show. Pippi Longstocking is adapted for the stage in the UK for the first time by Mike Akers from Astrid Lindgren's much-loved books, 75 years after they were first written, following on from an initial script by the late John Miller. With original music by Stu Barker, this joyful new musical will be directed by The Wardrobe Ensemble's Jesse Jones and Helena Middleton who co-directed Education, Education, Education for Royal & Derngate in 2017. Design is by Katie Sykes, with Sally Ferguson as lighting designer and Dominic Bilkey as sound designer. An ensemble cast is led by Emily-Mae as Pippi.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2019
The full cast and creative team has been announced for the world premiere of Pippi Longstocking, Royal & Derngate's 2019 Made in Northampton Christmas show. Pippi Longstocking is adapted for the stage in the UK for the first time by Mike Akers from Astrid Lindgren's much-loved books, 75 years after they were first written, following on from an initial script by the late John Miller. With original music by Stu Barker, this joyful new musical will be directed by The Wardrobe Ensemble's Jesse Jones and Helena Middleton who co-directed Education, Education, Education for Royal & Derngate in 2017. Design is by Katie Sykes, with Sally Ferguson as lighting designer and Dominic Bilkey as sound designer. An ensemble cast is led by Emily-Mae as Pippi.
Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For Sally Cookson's PETER PAN at Troubadour White City Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2019
Rehearsal images have been released for the National Theatre's production of Sally Cookson's magical retelling of Peter Pan, ahead of its limited run at Troubadour White City Theatre, a brand-new venue, just minutes from Westfield in West London.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2019
Rehearsal images have been released for the National Theatre's production of Sally Cookson's magical retelling of Peter Pan, ahead of its limited run at Troubadour White City Theatre, a brand-new venue, just minutes from Westfield in West London.
Cast Announced For The National Theatre's Transfer Of PETER PAN To Troubadour White City Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2019
Today the National Theatre announced the 24 strong cast of Sally Cookson's magical retelling of Peter Pan as rehearsals get underway for its limited run at Troubadour White City Theatre, a brand-new venue, just minutes from Westfield in West London.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2019
Today the National Theatre announced the 24 strong cast of Sally Cookson's magical retelling of Peter Pan as rehearsals get underway for its limited run at Troubadour White City Theatre, a brand-new venue, just minutes from Westfield in West London.
The National Theatre Announces 15 Productions Of New Plays And Fresh Adaptations By Leading Writers
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2019
The National Theatre has announced 15 productions of new plays and fresh adaptations by leading writers.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2019
The National Theatre has announced 15 productions of new plays and fresh adaptations by leading writers.
Sally Cookson's PETER PAN To Open At Troubadour White City Theatre This July
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2019
Get set for an awfully big adventure as the National Theatre's magical retelling of J M Barrie's PETER PAN, a thrilling story for audiences of all ages devised by the companies and directed by Olivier Award-winner Sally Cookson (Jane Eyre, A Monster Calls), will open at Troubadour White City, a new theatre in West London, this summer.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2019
Get set for an awfully big adventure as the National Theatre's magical retelling of J M Barrie's PETER PAN, a thrilling story for audiences of all ages devised by the companies and directed by Olivier Award-winner Sally Cookson (Jane Eyre, A Monster Calls), will open at Troubadour White City, a new theatre in West London, this summer.
Royal & Derngate Announces World Premiere Of PIPPI LONGSTOCKING
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2019
Royal & Derngate announces another world premiere production, a musical staging of Pippi Longstocking, for the venue's Made in Northampton 2019 Christmas show. Meanwhile, the venue's 2018 Christmas production of The Worst Witch continues to tour the UK. Pippi Longstocking is adapted for the stage for the first time by Mike Akers from Astrid Lindgren's much-loved books, with original music by Stu Barker. It will be directed by The Wardrobe Ensemble's Jesse Jones and Helena Middleton who co-directed Education, Education, Education for Royal & Derngate in 2017.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2019
Royal & Derngate announces another world premiere production, a musical staging of Pippi Longstocking, for the venue's Made in Northampton 2019 Christmas show. Meanwhile, the venue's 2018 Christmas production of The Worst Witch continues to tour the UK. Pippi Longstocking is adapted for the stage for the first time by Mike Akers from Astrid Lindgren's much-loved books, with original music by Stu Barker. It will be directed by The Wardrobe Ensemble's Jesse Jones and Helena Middleton who co-directed Education, Education, Education for Royal & Derngate in 2017.
The New Victory Theater Presents BOING! Beginning December 7
by Julie Musbach - Nov 19, 2018
Bursting with holiday spirit, Boing! is a dance-theater work for kids ages 2-5, co-created by Travelling Light Theatre Company and Bristol Old Vic.
by Julie Musbach - Nov 19, 2018
Bursting with holiday spirit, Boing! is a dance-theater work for kids ages 2-5, co-created by Travelling Light Theatre Company and Bristol Old Vic.
SNOW WHITE AND THE HAPPY EVER AFTER BEAUTY SALON Comes to Ovalhouse
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2018
The classic fairytale Snow White is reinvented this Christmas in a joyous and irreverent new adaptation from acclaimed theatre-makers The Wrong Crowd. Set in a surprising 1950s beauty parlour, the production brims with The Wrong Crowd's trademark fusion of imaginative storytelling, stunning design and puppetry, and original music. For everyone and anyone aged six and over, the show is the first Christmas production that Ovalhouse has commissioned and co-produced.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2018
The classic fairytale Snow White is reinvented this Christmas in a joyous and irreverent new adaptation from acclaimed theatre-makers The Wrong Crowd. Set in a surprising 1950s beauty parlour, the production brims with The Wrong Crowd's trademark fusion of imaginative storytelling, stunning design and puppetry, and original music. For everyone and anyone aged six and over, the show is the first Christmas production that Ovalhouse has commissioned and co-produced.
BWW Interview: Director Sally Cookson Talks JANE EYRE
by Marianka Swain - Sep 24, 2017
Sally Cookson's past work includes inventive adaptations of Peter Pan, Hetty Feather and La Strada. Her acclaimed version of Jane Eyre, which first appeared at Bristol Old Vic in 2014, completes its 2017 UK tour with an encore run at the National Theatre from 23 September.
by Marianka Swain - Sep 24, 2017
Sally Cookson's past work includes inventive adaptations of Peter Pan, Hetty Feather and La Strada. Her acclaimed version of Jane Eyre, which first appeared at Bristol Old Vic in 2014, completes its 2017 UK tour with an encore run at the National Theatre from 23 September.
VIDEO: Meet Nadia Clifford, Starring as 'Jane Eyre' at the National
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2017
Sally Cookson's adaptation of Charlotte Bront 's masterpiece Jane Eyre returns to the NT's Lyttelton Theatre from 26 September - 21 October 2017 following a critically acclaimed season at the National Theatre and a major UK tour. Below, check out an interview with star Nadia Clifford, who plays the title character!
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2017
Sally Cookson's adaptation of Charlotte Bront 's masterpiece Jane Eyre returns to the NT's Lyttelton Theatre from 26 September - 21 October 2017 following a critically acclaimed season at the National Theatre and a major UK tour. Below, check out an interview with star Nadia Clifford, who plays the title character!
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