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Review: FOAL, Finborough Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 9, 2026

Titas Halder's new play Foal is named after some of the night terrors that visit his protagonist as he sinks into a mental black hole. A study of personal relationships and a fight to find compassion in an often hostile world, we follow A.K., a man recalling and reliving sections of his life as his demons close in on him. He lives on an island with his family and is one of only two Asian children in his school. His childhood, teens and adulthood are punctuated by an undercurrent of racism which, along with a highly problematic relationship with his mother, combine to create a turmoil in his mind that has devastating consequences.

Photos: Amar Chadha-Patel in FOAL at the Finborough Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026

Amar Chadha-Patel is making his professional stage debut in the world premiere of Foal by Associate Artistic Director of the Donmar Warehouse, Titas Halder at Finborough Theatre. Check out photos here!

Amar Chadha-Patel Will Make Stage Debut In The World Premiere of Titas Halder’s FOAL
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

Amar Chadha-Patel, known for The Decameron and Willow, will make his professional stage debut in FOAL by Titas Halder at Finborough Theatre, with previews from 5 May and a press night on 8 May.

Review: TALL STORIES: THE ELMER ADVENTURE, artsdepot
by Christiana Rose - May 27, 2025

The Elmer Adventure, inspired by David McKee’s beloved patchwork elephant, bursts onto the stage with a kaleidoscope of colour and charm.

Review: HEISENBERG, Arcola Theatre
by Tsitsi Tsopotsa - Apr 15, 2025

Simon Stephens' 26th play, Heisenberg, currently showing at the Arcola Theatre, is a masterful exploration of quantum uncertainty principles translated into human relationships. The production offers a nuanced portrayal of connection between two seemingly incompatible individuals.

10 NIGHTS Comes to Birmingham Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025

Shahid Iqbal Khan’s Olivier Award-nominated play 10 Nights is touring the UK and will come to Birmingham next month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Full UK Tour Dates and Cast Set For Shahid Iqbal Khan's 10 NIGHTS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024

Shahid Iqbal Khan’s Olivier Award-nominated play 10 Nights will embark on tour, which will open at Riverside Studios in January. Learn more about the upcoming tour here!

Review: ALICE IN WONDERLAND, Brixton House
by Franco Milazzo - Nov 27, 2024

Alice In Wonderland? More like Alice Goes Underground as Poltergeist Productions’ take on the Lewis Carroll classic sees our heroine trapped on a tube.

Nassim Soleimanpour's NASSIM to be Presented at The Huntington
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024

The Huntington has revealed the cast and creative team of Nassim, a vibrant theatrical experience written by Nassim Soleimanpour, directed by Omar Elerian. From Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour comes an audacious, 75-minute, new theatrical experiment. Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE ELMER ADVENTURE Comes to The Lowry, Salford, and the Southbank Centre, London
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024

Tall Stories has revealed the cast and creatives who will bring to life Elmer, the glorious vibrant patchwork elephant, in the much-anticipated world premiere of their latest theatrical extravaganza, The Elmer Adventure. 

Review: PEANUT BUTTER AND BLUEBERRIES, Kiln Theatre
by Louise Penn - Aug 15, 2024

Peanut Butter and Blueberries is original, sweet, touching and vibrant. It is extremely refreshing to see a play about the British Muslim experience where trauma and tradition are, of course, acknowledged, but are not the main focus of the drama. As this is Manzoor-Khan's first play, it will be fascinating to see what she tackles next.

Full Cast Set For SOME DEMON at the Arcola Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2024

Papatango has announced the full cast for the world première of the 2023 Prize-winning play Some Demon by Laura Waldren – a play focusing on the relationships fostered and fractured when a group of strangers are thrown together in an eating disorder unit.

Experimental NASSIM Brings a New Performer To Portland Center Stage Every Night
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2024

Experience the captivating performance of NASSIM at the Portland Center Stage from March 30 to May 12, 2024. Don't miss this unique theatrical event that promises to engage and inspire.

Full Cast Set For The UK Première Of Kate Attwell's TESTMATCH at Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024

Orange Tree Theatre has announced full casting for the UK première of Kate Attwell's Testmatch. Testmatch opens at the Orange Tree on 24 April and runs until 18 May, with previews from 24 April and will then tour to Octagon Theatre Bolton from 24 May until 1 June, with previews from 23 May.

Photos: represent. Presents TRUEMAN AND THE ARSONISTS at The Roundhouse Studio
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2023

represent. presents TRUEMAN AND THE ARSONISTS, written by Max Frisch, in a new version by Simon Stephens, with songs by Chris Thorpe, 18 October – 8 November 2023.

represent. Will Host a Series of Talks as Part of TRUEMAN AND THE ARSONISTS at The Roundhouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2023

represent. Theatre, a company that exists to tackle a lack of socio-economic diversity within the arts, has announced a series of post show talks with speakers including Gary Lineker, Zack Polanski, Just Stop Oil and Tom Rasmussen. Learn more about the series here!

Cast Set For TRUEMAN AND THE ARSONISTS at the Studio Theatre at the Roundhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023

represent. has announced full casting for Max Frisch’s Biedermann und die Brandstifter - Trueman and the Arsonists - in a new version by Simon Stephens, with songs by Chris Thorpe.   Learn more about the production and find out who is starring here!

STRATEGIC LOVE PLAY Will Embark on UK Tour This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2023

Miriam Battye’s Strategic Love Play, a co-production with Soho Theatre and Belgrade Theatre in association with Landmark Theatres, will tour the UK this Autumn from 6 September - 21 October following a full run at the Edinburgh Fringe as part of the Roundabout @ Summerhall season.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for GREAT EXPECTATIONS at Mercury Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2023

See rehearsal photos for Great Expectations at The Mercury Theatre in Colchester.

MOG THE FORGETFUL CAT Will Have A Full Run At The Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2023

The Wardrobe Ensemble, The Old Vic and Royal & Derngate, Northampton have announced that their critically-acclaimed production of MOG THE FORGETFUL CAT will play Edinburgh's McEwan Hall from 3-27 August as part of the Underbelly programme at Edinburgh Festival Fringe.