Paul Unwin

Review: THE PROMISE, Minerva Theatre, Chichester
by Debbie Gilpin - Jul 30, 2024

'To promise nearly fifty million people truly universal health care - ‘cradle to the grave’ - is crackers.' Despite this quote featuring quite prominently in promotional material, and the poster image showing a pair of midwives, The Promise isn’t wholly about the founding of the NHS. Paul Unwin’s new play instead depicts the rise of Clement Attlee’s Labour Party in the wake of the Second World War, and their attempts to create unity and growth in the years that follow.

Review: THE ENFIELD HAUNTING, Ambassadors Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jan 11, 2024

Now, we’re not here to tell you how to spend your money, so, by all means, if you want to see some people off the telly in real life, they’re discounting ticket prices left and right. However, be aware that there are better ways and better plays to invest cash on.

Show of the Week: Save Up to 43% on THE ENFIELD HAUNTING
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 8, 2024

The Hodgson’s had no idea what a poltergeist was when, in the summer of 1977, furniture and toys started moving of their own accord. An ordinary, working-class family, who lived in a north London council house became the centre of one of the most famous poltergeist events in the world. This is the story of one night in the spring of 1978 when events were approaching a climax. 

Photos: First Look at THE ENFIELD HAUNTING, Starring Catherine Tate and David Threlfall
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2023

New production photos have been released from The Enfield Haunting. Written by Paul Unwin, and directed by Angus Jackson, The Enfield Haunting is currently playing at Richmond Theatre and moves to The Ambassadors Theatre in London for a limited West End season from 30 November 2023 until 2 March 2024.

Photos: Inside Rehearsals For THE ENFIELD HAUNTING With Catherine Tate, David Threlfall, and More
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2023

Written by Paul Unwin, and directed by Angus Jackson, The Enfield Haunting will play at Brighton Theatre Royal and Richmond Theatre, before moving to The Ambassadors Theatre in London for a limited West End season from 30 November 2023 until 2 March 2024. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!

Full Cast Revealed to Join Catherine Tate and David Threlfall in THE ENFIELD HAUNTING
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023

The full cast has been announced to join Catherine Tate and David Threlfall in The Enfield Haunting. Performances begin 30 November at The Ambassadors Theatre, London. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

Catherine Tate and David Threlfall Will Lead THE ENFIELD HAUNTING in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2023

Catherine Tate and David Threlfall will star in The Enfield Haunting, a new play based on one of the most famous poltergeist events in the world.

The Old Vic Announces Its 'Back Together' Season
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2021

Today, on The Old Vic's 203rd birthday, THE OLD VIC: BACK TOGETHER Season. This Season has been announced. The seventh from Artistic Director Matthew Warchus will run from July 2021 to July 2022, and will be an uplifting and thought-provoking combination of both streamed and live shows.

ONCE A CATHOLIC Playwright Mary O'Malley Dies At 79
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2020

The acclaimed playwright Mary O'Malley, author of the award-winning comedy ONCE A CATHOLIC, has died at the age of 79. She passed away on September 19, 2020. 

Daniel Radcliffe, Alan Cumming, Matt Smith & More In The Old Vic's New Season
by Marianka Swain - Apr 30, 2019

The Old Vic is delighted to announce Matthew Warchus' Season 5 featuring an exciting and eclectic mix of thought-provoking entertainment.

BBC One Announces THE ELEPHANT MAN, Starring STRANGER THINGS' Charlie Heaton
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 22, 2018

BBC One announces The Elephant Man, a two-part drama starring Charlie Heaton (Stranger Things) as Joseph Merrick - better known as The Elephant Man.

The Old Vic Announces Casting for THE GREATEST WEALTH
by Julie Musbach - Jun 13, 2018

The Old Vic is pleased to announce casting for The Greatest Wealth, curated by Lolita Chakrabarti and directed by Adrian Lester to celebrate 70 years of the National Health Service.

Smash's Jack Davenport to Star in New Medical Drama BREATHLESS
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 20, 2013

ITV Studios and MASTERPIECE on PBS/WGBH have announced a co-production agreement for Breathless, a stylish and compelling new medical drama set in London in 1961, starring Jack Davenport as a brilliant surgeon who believes he can make a difference in womens' lives.

ABC Moves 'Combat Hospital' Season Finale Up to Tuesday, 9/6
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 24, 2011

When Colonel Marks is injured in an explosion, Rebecca takes responsibility for triage. As the pressure mounts, she must decide whether to follow her own judgment -- even if it means going against her commanding officer -- on 'Combat Hospital,' TUESDAY, AUGUST 30 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

U.K.'s Theatre503 Presents THIS MUCH IS TRUE, 10/27-11/21
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2009

This Much is True is a shocking, electrifying, insight into what really happened before and during the years following Jean Charles de Menezes's death. Weaving together new and personal testimonies from senior police officers including Andy Hayman (Metropolitan Police former head of counter terrorism), Brian Paddick, Jean's family, friends, and legal team (including Michael Mansfield QC), IPCC whistleblower Lana Vandenberghe, the Justice for Jean campaign and eye-witnesses, it brings the tragedy to the stage and reveals much that has never been said publicly before.

Theatre503 Presents THIS MUCH IS TRUE October 27-November 21
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2009

Theatre503 presents This Much is True A new play by Oscar nominee Paul Unwin and Sarah Beck Direction by Tim Roseman, Design by Paul Wills, Lighting by Richard Howell, Original Music by Daniel Pemberton

U.K.'s Theatre503 Presents THIS MUCH IS TRUE, 10/27-11/21
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2009

This Much is True is a shocking, electrifying, insight into what really happened before and during the years following Jean Charles de Menezes's death. Weaving together new and personal testimonies from senior police officers including Andy Hayman (Metropolitan Police former head of counter terrorism), Brian Paddick, Jean's family, friends, and legal team (including Michael Mansfield QC), IPCC whistleblower Lana Vandenberghe, the Justice for Jean campaign and eye-witnesses, it brings the tragedy to the stage and reveals much that has never been said publicly before.

Theatre503 Presents THIS MUCH IS TRUE October 27-November 21
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2009

Theatre503 is set to present This Much is True, a new play by Paul Unwin and Sarah Beck. The show will feature direction by Tim Roseman, design by Paul Wills, lighting by Richard Howell, and original music by Daniel Pemberton.

U.K.'s Theatre503 Presents THIS MUCH IS TRUE, 10/27-11/21
by Aimee Savoth - Oct 19, 2009

This Much is True is a shocking, electrifying, insight into what really happened before and during the years following Jean Charles de Menezes's death. Weaving together new and personal testimonies from senior police officers including Andy Hayman (Metropolitan Police former head of counter terrorism), Brian Paddick, Jean's family, friends, and legal team (including Michael Mansfield QC), IPCC whistleblower Lana Vandenberghe, the Justice for Jean campaign and eye-witnesses, it brings the tragedy to the stage and reveals much that has never been said publicly before.

Theatre503 Presents THIS MUCH IS TRUE October 27-November 21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 24, 2009

Theatre503 presents This Much is True A new play by Oscar nominee Paul Unwin and Sarah Beck Direction by Tim Roseman, Design by Paul Wills, Lighting by Richard Howell, Original Music by Daniel Pemberton