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A NIGHT AT THE THEATER to Open At Studio Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2025

'A Night At The Theater', an original immersive murder-mystery concept written and directed by Allyssa Hynes and E. Dale Smith-Gallo, will open at Studio Playhouse.

HAMLET New York Transfer and More Set for National Theatre 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2025

The National Theatre has revealed further information about productions in 2026. The season will feature the New York transfer of Hamlet, and more! See the full season here.

Photos: Hiran Abeysekera and Cast in HAMLET at the National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2025

You can now get a first look at Deputy Artistic Director Robert Hastie’s sharp, stylish and darkly funny reimagining of Hamlet at The National Theatre. Learn more!

Review: Empathy Blossoms in FLOWERS FOR MRS. HARRIS at The Ruth
by Tyler Hinton - Sep 19, 2025

Empathy blossoms in both characters and audience at the North American premiere of FLOWERS FOR MRS. HARRIS at The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater (The Ruth), formerly known as Hale Center Theater Orem. This is a show that ultimately whisks you away and finds you not only rooting for the characters but feeling deeply for them.

National Theatre Reveals Full Cast of HAMLET Starring Hiran Abeysekera
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025

The National Theatre has announced full casting for Hamlet, directed by newly appointed Deputy Artistic Director Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge), with Olivier Award winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) in the title role.

Cast Set For the UK and Ireland Tour of TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

The full cast has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL, opening at Curve Theatre, Leicester in March. Learn more here!

Plain City Music, Arts, & Theatre Society to Present World Premiere of THE PATH OF THE PIONEER
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024

The Trinity Theatre branch of the Plain City Music, Arts, & Theatre Society (PCMATS) will present the world premiere production of 'The Path of the Pioneer,' written and directed by local Playwright Daniel Rodriguez Hijo.

National Gallery Unveils BODY SCULPTURE By Renowned Contemporary Artist Jordan Wolfson
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2023

The National Gallery of Australia today unveils Body Sculpture, the highly anticipated new sculpture by Los Angeles-based artist Jordan Wolfson and a major acquisition for the national collection.

Review: FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS, Riverside Studios
by Alice Cope - Oct 6, 2023

Based on the 1958 book Mrs. ‘Arris Goes to Paris by Paul Gallico, this is the endearing story of a working class London cleaner. After catching sight of a Dior gown at the home of a client, Mrs Ada Harris is enthralled by the idea of owning her own Dior gown and sets about working tirelessly to make this dream a reality.

Video: Jenna Russell Sings 'There's More To Life' From FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2023

Jenna Russell sings 'There's More to Life' in an all new performance from Flowers For Mrs Harris. Check out the video here!

Video: Jenna Russell Sings 'Rain On Me' From FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2023

Jenna Russell sings 'Rain On Me' in an all new performance from Flowers For Mrs Harris. Check out the video here!

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS at Riverside Studios
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023

The London premiere of the musical FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS this autumn, directed by Bronagh Lagan, is playing a limited 9-week at the Riverside Studios from 30 September to 26 November. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!

Oscar Winner Auctions Rare LORD OF THE RINGS Collectible to Support New Zealand Show at Edinburgh Fringe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2023

Oscar-winning Lord of the Rings artist, Sir Richard Taylor, auctions off a rare and valuable Paint Master of Saruman the White collectible to support the hilarious parenting revue show Femme Natale at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Cast Revealed For FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS at the Riverside Studios
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2023

The full cast has been announced to join Olivier Award-winning stage legend Jenna Russell in the London premiere of the musical FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS this autumn.

Jenna Russell Will Lead FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS at Riverside Studios This Year
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2023

Olivier-Award winning stage legend Jenna Russell will star as ‘Ada Harris’ in the London premiere of the musical FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS this autumn, directed by Bronagh Lagan.

Hunter Bell, Jeff Bowen & Ann McNamee's OTHER WORLD To Have Staged Reading This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2023

OTHER WORLD, a new musical with an original score and story by Hunter Bell, Jeff Bowen and Ann McNamee will present invite-only staged readings on Thursday, March 16 and Friday, March 17.

David Wood to Release Memoir ELIZABETH TAYLOR'S KISS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2022

David Wood OBE will release his memoir Elizabeth Taylor’s Kiss and Other Brushes with Hollywood on 8th July, 2022.

Sheffield Theatres Announces Cast And Further Creative Teams For ROCK/PAPER/SCISSORS
by Stephi Wild - May 3, 2022

Sheffield Theatres today announces the cast for its trilogy of new plays, Rock / Paper / Scissors, by Chris Bush.

Third Annual Faces of America Monologue Festival Takes Place This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2021

On Saturday November 20th at 7pm ET / 4pm PT The PlayGround Experiment will be hosting its third annual Faces of America Monologue Festival to help raise funds to support Native American Rights Fund. 

Claire Sweeney Will Lead the UK Tour of 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2021

Claire joins the cast which includes Vivian Panka making her professional UK stage debut as ‘Judy Bernly’, Stephanie Chandos (9 to 5 The Musical – previously covering the role of ‘Doralee’, Hairspray and We Will Rock You,) as ‘Doralee Rhodes’, Sean Needham (Kinky Boots, Mamma Mia!, Wicked and Buddy) as ‘Franklin Hart Jr.’ - a role he played on many occasions in both the West End and on tour,  Julia J. Nagle (American in Paris, Aspects of Love, Dirty Dancing) as ‘Roz Keith’ and Russell Dickson (Evita) as ‘Joe’.