Philip Pullman

Interview: Playwright/Director Adam Dugas of CHILDREN OF THE WINTER KINGDOM
by Shari Barrett - Nov 25, 2025

The Actors' Gang is presenting the World Premiere of Children of the Winter Kingdom – The Bonkers Adventures of Holly and Spruce, an original family-friendly fantasy fairy tale for the theater written by Adam Dugas and Mary Eileen O’Donnell and directed by Dugas for a limited three-week engagement from December 4 to 20 at the Actors’ Gang in Culver City.

Photos: Polka Theatre's THE FIREWORK-MAKER’S DAUGHTER In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2025

New rehearsal photos have been released for Polka Theatre’s festive production of The Firework-Maker’s Daughter, adapted by Jude Christian and directed by Lee Lyford, based on the award-winning book by Philip Pullman.

Meet the Cast of OEDIPUS, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025

The Olivier Award-winning Oedipus, an adaptation created and directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances on Broadway on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Meet the cast of Oedipus here!

Book Review: A YEAR OF CREATIVE THINKING by Jessica Swale
by Cindy Marcolina - Oct 6, 2025

Branded as “366 Daily Inspirations for Writers & Artists,” this compendium of prompts contains an abundance of inspiration. Many books like this exist already, yet award-winning writer and director Jessica Swale has compiled an exciting list of ideas that sets her apart from the rest of the flock. Interestingly, this isn’t aimed at writers of any specific technique or level. A newbie can pick it up, a novelist can decide to test their short-form. A poet might choose to compose in verse; a playwright might concoct a dialogued vignette.

OTHELLO Directed By Sinéad Rushe Will Be Released Online For Streaming
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2024

Following its successful run at Riverside Studios last autumn, Sinéad Rushe's polyphonic production of Othello will be available to stream exclusively on Original Online this September.

Cast Set For the UK Tour of COMING TO ENGLAND
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2024

The cast has been announced for the UK tour of the stage adaptation of Floella Benjamin’s much-loved and award-winning book, Coming to England. This vibrant and energetic new play with music from Nicoll Entertainment and MAST Mayflower Studios tells Floella’s personal story of moving to England in the 1960s at the age of 10.

Floella Benjamin's COMING TO ENGLAND Stage Adaptation Kicks Off UK Tour In September
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2024

Floella Benjamin's autobiographical story COMING TO ENGLAND has been adapted for the stage, offering a poignant and inspiring tale of her journey and experiences.

Wiltshire Creative Reveals Spring 2024 Programme Featuring New Plays by Chris Chibnall and Sir Alan Ayckbourn
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2023

Wiltshire Creative has announced their Spring 2024 programme. Building on their recent in-house productions at Salisbury Playhouse, which include The Girl on the Train and Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense, Wiltshire Creative's programme for next spring includes three new in-house productions.  

The Unicorn Unveils Two More Productions From April To August As Part Of Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2023

The Unicorn Theatre has announced two more productions from April to August as part of the theatre's upcomign season. Learn more about the upcoming shows here!

The National Theatre's Learning Activity is Now in Every Local Authority in the UK
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 18, 2023

The National Theatre’s Learning activity is now present in every local authority across the UK through its in-person and digital programmes. The NT’s active engagement with schools, teachers and young people is a key part of its mission to support the next generation of theatre makers and creators across the UK. The NT aims to inspire creativity, fire imaginations and boost skills for the future workforce of the sector and to build a more creative nation. 

Full cast set for OTHELLO at Riverside Studios
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2023

Trish Wadley Productions has announced full casting for a new version of Shakespeare’s Othello which features Iago played collectively by three actors.

GHOST, OTHELLO, and More Set For Shakespeare's Globe's Sam Wanamaker Playhouse 10th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2023

Marking a decade since the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse opened, Shakespeare’s Globe is thrilled to announce the 10th Anniversary Season, running from November 2023 to April 2024.

The Unicorn Theatre Appoints Rachel Bagshaw as Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2023

The Unicorn Theatre has announced the appointment of Rachel Bagshaw as the theatre's new Artistic Director. Rachel will take up the position in September, taking over from Justin Audibert, who steps down as Artistic Director this summer.

The National Campaign for the Arts and Public Campaign for the Arts Join Forces
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 24, 2022

The National Campaign for the Arts and the Public Campaign for the Arts have joined forces to create one organisation, Campaign for the Arts, with a combined supporter-base of over a quarter of a million people.

Lin-Manuel Miranda To Return For HIS DARK MATERIALS Season 3 On HBO
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2022

HBO has confirmed that award-winning composer and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda will return for the third season of the fantasy drama.

Full Cast Announced For World Première Of Christopher Isherwood's A SINGLE MAN at Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2022

Troupe, in association with Park Theatre, today announce the full cast for the world première of Christopher Isherwood's A Single Man, in a new adaptation from Simon Reade with direction by Philip Wilson.

Troupe Announces The World Première of a New Adaptation of Christopher Isherwood's A SINGLE MAN at Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2022

Troupe today announces the world première of a new adaptation of Christopher Isherwood's A Single Man by Simon Reade. Directed by Philip Wilson, the production opens in Park200 at Park Theatre on 21 October, with previews from 19 October, and runs until 26 November.

NT Live Screenings Return To Hammer Theatre, Kicking Off With THE BOOK OF DUST
by Stephi Wild - May 3, 2022

Hammer Theatre Center announces the return of National Theatre Live (NT Live), kicking off the series with Philip Pullman's wildly compelling The Book of Dust – La Belle Sauvage, directed by Nicholas Hytnerand. This hit stage production, which was filmed in front of a live audience at London's Bridge Theatre, gives local patrons a chance to experience this West End juggernaut without leaving the Bay Area.

BWW Review: THE BOOK OF DUST - LA BELLE SAUVAGE, Bridge Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Dec 9, 2021

Fine theatrical effects, but thus adaptation of Lyra Belacqua's first year of life never escapes the confines imposed by the origin story genre's structure

The Top 20 New London Shows Opening In 2021
by Marianka Swain - Sep 3, 2021

As theatre comes roaring back, this autumn and winter see plenty of exciting new productions, including big West End musicals and intriguing plays. Here are the shows that we’re most looking forward to seeing.