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Review: CYRANO DE BERGERAC, Starring Adrian Lester, Noël Coward Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jun 26, 2026

Edmond Rostand’s classic comes back to the West End with a new adaptation by Simon Evans and Debris Stevenson. This is a drastically different approach from the last time we saw Cyrano on a commercial stage. If Jamie Llloyd redefined the story in 2019, Evans grounds it back to its roots in an open-hearted celebration of emotion, language, and empathy. With Cyrano, Rostand explores the timeless relation between inner and outer beauty. Adrian Lester shines as the big-schnozzed poet, joined by the remarkable Susannah Fielding as Roxane.

Photos: Adrian Lester and More in CYRANO DE BERGERAC at the Noel Coward Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026

New production photos have been released from Cyrano de Bergerac at the Noel Coward Theatre in the West End. Learn more about the show and check out the photos here!

Photos: CYRANO DE BERGERAC in Rehearsal at the Noël Coward Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026

Rehearsal photos have been released from Cyrano de Bergerac, produced in the West End by the Royal Shakespeare Company, Wessex Grove and Gavin Kalin Productions and running at the Noël Coward Theatre. Check out the photos here!

Levi Brown and More Join the Cast of RSC's CYRANO DE BERGERAC at Noël Coward Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026

Levi Brown joins Adrian Lester and Susannah Fielding in the RSC's West End transfer of CYRANO DE BERGERAC at the Noël Coward Theatre, with a full company of over a dozen additional cast members now announced.

THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE Will Debut on Hulu This Month
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 26, 2026

Searchlight Pictures' The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama about the Shaker Movement, will begin streaming on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ on March 31.

Amanda Seyfried-Led THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE Sets March Digital Release
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026

Searchlight Pictures' The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama about the Shaker Movement, will arrive on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home on March 10.

Video: Amanda Seyfried Leads 'All is Summer' Performance in THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 8, 2026

Watch a new musical clip from The Testament of Ann Lee, featuring Amanda Seyfried and the cast as they perform 'All is Summer.' In the clip, the Shakers can be seen traveling on a boat through international waters as the seasons change. 

Video: Amanda Seyfried Stars in New Trailer for THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2026

The official trailer is now here for The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama about the Shaker movement starring Amanda Seyfried. Watch the trailer, which previews the film's musical performances.

Review Roundup: Amanda Seyfried Stars In Musical Drama THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2025

Read the reviews for The Testament of Ann Lee, the drama film about the Shaker Movement, led by Mamma Mia! and Les Miserables star Amanda Seyfried as Mother Anne Lee.

Video: How Mona Fastvold Subverts the Musical Genre in THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 26, 2025

In an interview with BroadwayWorld, Mona Fastvold, the writer and director, spoke about her new religious drama, The Testament of Ann Lee, and how it subverts the musical genre through its use of sound and intimate storytelling. Check out the full conversation now.

Video: Amanda Seyfried Performs 'Hunger & Thirst' in New Clip From THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025

A new musical clip has been released from The Testament of Ann Lee, featuring Amanda Seyfried's performance of the song 'Hunger and Thirst,' adapted by composer Daniel Blumberg from a traditional Shaker hymn. Watch the performance now.

Video: Amanda Seyfried and Lewis Pullman on Singing in THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2025

On Wednesday, actors Amanda Seyfried and Lewis Pullman joined Good Morning America to discuss playing Shakers in the new musical film, The Testament of Ann Lee. Watch the interview now.

Video: Amanda Seyfried & Daniel Blumberg Perform 'Clothed By The Sun' From THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2025

A new video is spotlighting a live performance of 'Clothed by the Sun,” an original song from The Testament of Ann Lee. The song, featured in the upcoming film, features music and lyrics by composer Daniel Blumberg, with vocals by Amanda Seyfried. Watch the performance now.

Video/Photos: Amanda Seyfried Stars in New Teaser for THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 6, 2025

The first teaser and new first-look photos have been released for The Testament of Ann Lee, a new music-driven drama film starring Amanda Seyfried as the founding leader of the Shake Movement. Take a look at them now.

Theater-Adjacent Movies for Broadway Fans in 2025
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 25, 2025

Over the next few months, theatre is heading to Hollywood. To celebrate the release of movies like Blue Moon, Hedda, and more, BroadwayWorld has put together a guide to five new titles that are sure to appeal to Broadway fans. 

Review: CYRANO DE BERGERAC starring Adrian Lester, RSC Swan Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Oct 12, 2025

Adrian Lester is an astonishing presence in a new version of an enduring tale

Amanda Seyfried-Led THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE Nabs Christmas Release
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 3, 2025

The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama led by Amanda Seyfried, has set an official release date of December 25, 2025 from Searchlight Pictures. Attendees can celebrate the Christmas release by watching the film in 70mm in select theaters. 

THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE Acquired by Searchlight for North American Release
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2025

The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama led by Amanda Seyfried, has been acquired by Searchlight Pictures for a theatrical release sometime later this year. 

Photos: First Look at Adrian Lester & More in Rehearsals for CYRANO DE BERGERAC at the RSC
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025

Rehearsal room images have been released for the RSC’s forthcoming production of Cyrano de Bergerac, Edmond Rostand’s thrilling, lyrical tale of love and lies, longing and disguise, in a new version by Simon Evans and Debris Stevenson, directed by Simon Evans.

THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE, Starring Amanda Seyfried, Features Score Based on Shaker Hymns
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 26, 2025

In The Testament of Ann Lee, Amanda Seyfried stars as the founding leader of the Shaker Movement. Ahead of its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, it was revealed that the movie will feature a score based on Shaker hymns.