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BLACK POWER DESK Will Have Its World Premiere at Birmingham Hippodrome
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2025

The world premiere of Black Power Desk, a new Black British musical by critically acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo (Old Vic 12, Roundhouse, Bush Theatre), will take place at Birmingham Hippodrome’s Patrick Studio from Wednesday, October 22 through Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Photos: BLACK POWER DESK In Rehearsal At Brixton House
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025

Check out brand-new photos from inside the rehearsal room for the world premiere of Black Power Desk, the largest production in Brixton House’s history. Written by critically acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo (Old Vic 12, Roundhouse, The Bush), the new musical will run as part of Brixton House’s Uprising Festival, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Brixton Uprising.

Cast Set For BLACK POWER DESK at Brixton House
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025

Brixton House and PlayWell Productions in association with Birmingham Hippodrome and Salford's Lowry have announced the nine-strong cast for the World Premiere of Black Power Desk.

World Premiere BLACK POWER DESK From Brixton House and Playwell Productions
by Emmy Rice - Jun 22, 2025

Brixton House and Playwell Productions in association with Birmingham Hippodrome and Manchester’s Lowry present the World Premiere of Black Power Desk by critically-acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo.

Video: Watch the Teaser Trailer For THE CRUCIBLE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Michael Major - Apr 8, 2025

For nine weeks only, the Globe Theatre becomes Salem, Massachusetts, in Director Ola Ince’s unflinching new production of Arthur Miller’s revolutionary thriller. Watch the video for the first ever modern classic staged in the wooden ‘O’.

Cast Set For THE CRUCIBLE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, directed by Ola Ince. The Crucible is the first modern classic to be staged at the Globe Theatre.

New Musical BLACK POWER DESK and More Set for Brixton House Third Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025

Brixton House will mark its third anniversary with its biggest season to date. Seven shows form a season that celebrates originality, spirit and resilience from the 1970s to the present day. Learn more!

THE CRUCIBLE and More Set For Shakespeare's Globe Summer Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced its Summer Season, running from April – October 2025.  Learn more about the full upcoming lineup here!

Shakespeare's Globe Will Bring Ola Ince's OTHELLO to Cinemas
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2024

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced that Ola Ince’s 2024 production of Othello is set for cinema broadcast. This will be the Globe’s first cinema broadcast since 2019.

Yamin Choudury Directs Final Artist Development Programme Show A LONG GOODBYE at The Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2024

This August, outgoing Artistic Director Yamin Choudury will direct his final Artist Development Programme show, ‘A Long Goodbye', which will be performed on Saturday 17 August 2024 on the Hackney Empire's main stage.

Winners Announced For ALTER EGO �" East London's Biggest Talent Showcase For 14 �" 18 Year Olds
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2024

Discover the winners of Hackney Empire's Alter Ego 2024, East London's premier talent showcase for 14-18-year-olds.

Hackney Empire Reveals First Details of Creative Futures Endeavours for 2024
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2024

As Hackney Empire celebrates more than 120 years at the heart of the local community, Artistic Director Yamin Choudury, Learning & Participation Producer Fatima Sheekhuna, and the whole team have announced the first details of the theatre's Creative Futures endeavours for 2024.

Hackney Empire Reveals Creative Futures Updates for 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2023

As Hackney Empire celebrates more than 120 years at the heart of the local community, Artistic Director Yamin Choudury and the whole team have revealed details of the theatre’s Creative Futures endeavours for 2023.

Photos: In Rehearsal For Hackney Empire's Christmas Pantomime MOTHER GOOSE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2022

Hackney Empire has released behind-the-scenes rehearsal images for its Christmas pantomime Mother Goose as previews begin on 19 November.

Cast Announced For MOTHER GOOSE at Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2022

Hackney Empire has announced the cast and creative team for their Christmas 2022 pantomime, Mother Goose, which opens on 19th November, running until 31st December.

Photos: First Look at the World Premiere of Jade Anouka's HEART at Audible Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2022

Production photos have been released for the world premiere production of HEART, written by and starring acclaimed British performer and poet Jade Anouka, directed by Ola Ince, and produced by Audible Inc. – the leading creator and provider of premium audio storytelling – in association with Kate Pakenham Productions. See the photos here!

Audible Theater's HEART Begins Performances This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2022

The world premiere of HEART, written by and starring acclaimed British performer and poet Jade Anouka, directed by Ola Ince, and produced by Audible Inc. – the leading creator and provider of premium audio storytelling – in association with Kate Pakenham Productions, begins performances this Saturday, July 9.

Photos: First Look at Jade Anouka in Rehearsals for the World Premiere of HEART
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2022

Rehearsal photos are now available for the world premiere of HEART, written by and starring acclaimed British performer and poet Jade Anouka, directed by Ola Ince. Check them out here! HEART will begin performances on Saturday, July 9 with an official opening on Sunday, July 17.

Wise Children's WUTHERING HEIGHTS Original Cast Recording Out Today
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2022

Broadway Records announced today the release of Wise Children’s Wuthering Heights. The musical based on Emily Brontë’s classic tale is available digitally now wherever digital music is sold.

Liam Tamne Joins WUTHERING HEIGHTS UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2022

Wise Children today announce that Liam Tamne joins the company as Heathcliff for the world première production of Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights on 15 March, completing the run at the National ahead of the UK tour. Adapted and directed by Emma Rice, the show is a co-production with the National Theatre, Bristol Old Vic and York Theatre Royal.