Rikki Beadle-Blair

GANGSTA BABY US Premiere Extended at Open Space Arts Through October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2025

Open Space Arts’ U.S. premiere of GANGSTA BABY, written by Cameron Raasdal-Munro and directed by Rikki Beadle-Blair MBE, has extended through October 19, 2025.

DADDY’S FIRST GAY DATE Will Make London Debut at Seven Dials Playhouse
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025

Following the success of his debut show BI-TOPIA , writer and performer Sam Danson is delighted to be bringing his new play Daddy’s First Gay Date - a brand new rom-com tackling serious issues - directed by renowned LGBTQ+ advocate Rikki Beadle-Blair to Seven Dials Playhouse.

GANGSTA BABY To Make American Premiere At Open Space Arts This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2025

Open Space Arts will present the American premiere of GANGSTA BABY, the acclaimed London pub-theatre drama by Cameron Raasdal-Munro, September 19–October 5, 2025.

Seven Dials Playhouse Unveils Origin Stories Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025

Seven Dials Playhouse's Origin Stories season is the first full season programmed under Seven Dials Playhouse's new artist-led model. See the full lineup here!

Cast Announced for GANGSTA BABY at Open Space Arts
by Emmy Rice - Jun 22, 2025

Josh Odor, Bryan Nicholas Carter, and Jensen Knudson will join Cameron Raasdal-Munro in his semi-autobiographical play about a gay sex worker who is the son of a gangster.

Open Space Arts To Co-Produce GANGSTA BABY U.S. Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

Open Space Arts, in association with Emmy-winning Chicago producer G. Riley Mills and Kate Garassino (GB Productions), will co-produce the American premiere of GANGSTA BABY.

Seven Dials Playhouse to Launch Inaugural Pride Season This June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

Seven Dials Playhouse is launching its inaugural Pride Season which will open this June; a programme of new work and returning hits, led by LGBTQIA+ artists. See full programming and learn more!

Barbican Theatre Adds Four Shows to Spring Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

The Barbican Centre has announced four further productions, presented by the Barbican Theatre, to complete its spring season drawing on themes of gathering and renewal.

Papatango New Writing Prize Shortlist Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2024

Papatango has announced the shortlisted writers for their 2024 New Writing Prize. Learn more about the shortlist here!

ROTTEN Will Embark on UK Tour Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024

Following multiple sell out dates on their Spring tour, ROTTEN is back this Autumn.  The tour kicks off 12th October.

Pride Month at the King's Head Theatre Includes OUTINGS and More
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024

The King’s Head Theatre has announced the shows that will be playing at the theatre this June during Pride month 2024, both at the venue’s new purpose built 200-seat Main House, and the intimate and versatile 50-seat 4Below space.

ROTTEN Comes To Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2024

Uncovering the plots and schemes that go on behind closed doors, ROTTEN is a darkly comical thriller that sees a diabolical plan spiral into anarchy.  The performance is at 7.45pm on Tuesday 23 April.

Squint to Present Work from Emerging Playwrights From Low-Income Backgrounds at Theatre Royal Stratford East
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 31, 2023

The Squint Playwriting Award Showcase will present the work of nine emerging playwrights from low-income backgrounds. The showcase features ten minutes of each writer's work from a full-length play they are developing, performed by a professional cast. Get all the details here!

The Hope Theatre Reveals Lineup For Winter Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2023

The Hope Theatre has shared details of its Winter season, running from the end of November until March. Consisting of premieres of new writing and comedy, the season includes the return of a number of writers who have made work at the venue over the past two years.

SPUTNIK SWEETHEART, Max Wilkinson's UNION and More Set For Arcola Theatre's Summer/Autumn 2023 Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2023

With their production of Sasha Hails’ Possession about to open at the company’s home base, Arcola Theatre, led by Artistic Director Mehmet Ergen and Executive Director Leyla Nazli, has announced their new season.

Pride In Trafford Presents The Premiere of BI-TOPIA
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2023

In just over four weeks the annual Pride in Trafford Festival will open for its fifth fabulous year at Waterside in Sale. Running from Wednesday 17 – Saturday 20 May '23, this annual creative celebration of LGBTQ arts and artists, features the best in comedy, cabaret, theatre and movement.

SCOOTERS, SHOOTERS, AND SHOTTAS: A CURIOUS TALE is launched at The Gate Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2023

Platforming the untold experiences of marginalised voices, Gate Theatre will host the launch of Scooters, Shooters and Shottas: a Curious tale, a new audio drama that highlights the lives of young black queer communities. 

Further Details Set For the Next Season of the Takeover at the King's Head Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2023

The King's Head Theatre has announced further details of A QUEER INTERROGATION, the second season of the Takeover, curated by Guest Artistic Director Tom Ratcliffe, playing at the iconic Islington pub theatre 19 April – 14 May.

Elegance Bratton to Be Honored At 2023 Outfest Fusion QTBIPOC Film Festival
by Michael Major - Mar 15, 2023

The 2023 Fusion Achievement Award, which recognizes an individual who has made a significant contribution to LGBTQ+ visibility in stories, arts and media, will honor Outfest alum Elegance Bratton recognizing his many accomplishments, including his now award-winning, A24-produced narrative feature The Inspection.

National Youth Theatre Announces UP ALL NIGHT An All Night Takeover At The Duke Of York's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2023

Join National Youth Theatre and some of Britain's leading voices for a world-first all-night West End youth takeover at the iconic Duke of York's Theatre on 10 February 2023.