Polly Findlay

Exclusive: How Polly Findlay’s Theatre Roots Shaped MIDWINTER BREAK
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 20, 2026

In an exclusive interview with Polly Findlay, the Olivier-Award-winning director peels back the nuanced layers that are at the heart of her directorial film debut Midwinter Break, now playing in theaters.

James McAvoy To Attend UK Premiere of Directorial Debut California Schemin'
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Feb 13, 2026

Homegrown Hollywood star James McAvoy will tread the Glasgow Film Festival red carpet at the UK premiere of his directorial debut, California Schemin' (8 March).

Video: Lesley Manville and Ciarán Hinds Star in New Trailer for MIDWINTER BREAK
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 4, 2025

Lesley Manville, currently on Broadway in Robert Icke's Oedipus, is starring in Midwinter Break, a new drama film based on the novel by Bernard McLaverty. The official trailer has been released for the feature, which will be released in theaters on February 20, 2026. Check it out now.

Applications Open For the 2026 JMK Award at The Young Vic
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025

The Young Vic Theatre and JMK Trust have announced the return of the prestigious JMK Award to the Young Vic, as applications are now open. Learn more about how to apply here!

John Krasinski Will Lead ANGRY ALAN Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 26, 2025

STUDIO  SEAVIEW's first production will be PENELOPE SKINNER’s critically acclaimed dark comedy ANGRY ALAN, starring  award-winning actor JOHN KRASINSKI. We have all of the details about the off-Broadway run here.

Arcola Theatre Reveals Spring/Summer Season of Their 25th Anniversary Year
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2024

Arcola Theatre has released its Spring/Summer 2025 season, with nine productions announced and tickets on sale now. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!

Review: ALMA MATER, Almeida Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jul 4, 2024

Alma Mater is the byproduct of fourth-wave feminism, with faint echoes of David Mamet’s Oleanna flipped on its head and delivered with a sleight of hand. Polly Findlay is back at the Almeida to direct Kendall Feaver’s world premiere, which finally officially opens after a troubled start. The withdrawal of Lia Williams, who was initially due to take on Jo, doesn’t seem to hinder this unforgiving production, with Justine Mitchell taking over with an assured stance.

Lia Williams Departs ALMA MATER at the Almeida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024

BroadwayWorld has learned that Lia Williams has withdrawn from Alma Mater at the Almeida Theatre, due to ill health. The role will now be played by Justine Mitchell.

Full Cast Set For ALMA MATER at the Almeida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024

The Almeida Theatre has announced the full cast for Polly Findlay's production of Kendall Feaver's Alma Mater. The full cast includes Nathalie Armin, Phoebe Campbell, Liv Hill, Liam Lau-Fernandez, Nathaniel Parker, Lia Williams and Susannah Wise.

The Almeida Launches 2024 Season, Including THE COMEUPPANCE, ALMA MATER, and More
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2024

The Almeida Theatre has announced a new season for 2024! Learn more about highlights from the season here!

The Orange Tree Theatre Reveals Autumn 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023

The Orange Tree (OT) has announced four new productions for their Autumn season. Learn more about the full season lineup here!

World Premiere Of Benjamin Scheuer's A MOUNTAIN FOR ELODIE Set For Edinburgh Fringe 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2023

Creative Partners Productions and Aria Entertainment will present the World Premiere of A MOUNTAIN FOR ELODIE by internationally renowned musician Benjamin Scheuer at the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

EDINBURGH 2023: Pick of the Programme - Musicals
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jun 12, 2023

BWW reviewer Natalie O'Donoghue has selected her top ten picks across the festival programme to highlight the shows you really don't want to miss this year!

Review: ASSASSINS, Chichester Festival Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Jun 11, 2023

Blazing new production of strange and unsettling musical that leaves you with much to consider

The Roald Dahl Story Company Will Perform a Series of Three Upcoming New Theatre Productions
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2023

The Roald Dahl Story Company has announced three exciting new theatre productions. The productions have been created and developed by the Roald Dahl Story Company's in-house theatre division.

Lucas Hnath, Trevor Nunn, Noel Coward, and More Set For The Orange Tree Theatre's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2023

The Orange Tree (OT) has announced its first full year of programming under new Artistic Director Tom Littler. It features world and European premieres by Zoe Cooper and Lucas Hnath; revivals from Mustapha Matura, Noël Coward and Oliver Goldsmith; directors including Trevor Nunn and Matthew Dunster; and Niamh Cusack headlining the first major London revival of Polly Stenham's breakout hit That Face.

World Premiere Of A MOUNTAIN FOR ELODIE Comes to the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2023

Funny and heartbreaking, A MOUNTAIN FOR ELODIE is the new 75-minute solo musical from internationally renowned songwriter Benjamin Scheuer, creator of THE LION and winner of the Drama Desk for Outstanding Solo Performance.

Full Company Announced for ASSASSINS at Chichester Festival Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 25, 2023

Audiences will be catapulted into the American political arena where music, folklore and show-business collide head-on with the American Dream, for the first major production of Stephen Sondheim’s musical Assassins since the composer’s death in 2021. 

Orange Tree Theatre Presents JMK Award Winner Kalungi Ssebandeke's MEETINGS
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2023

Orange Tree Theatre presents JMK Award Winner Kalungi Ssebandeke's MEETINGS by Mustapha Matura, designed by Olivia Jamieson.

Cast Announced For Shakespeare's Globe's SHAKESPEARE IN THE ABBEY
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2023

As celebrations continue for the 400th Anniversary of the First Folio across 2023, Shakespeare’s Globe will return to Westminster Abbey for the hugely popular Shakespeare in the Abbey for six special performances beginning this evening and running until Friday 31 March.