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Shelley Maxwell

BIO

Theatre includes: National Theatre’s Romeo & Juliet adapted for film in partnership with Sky Arts & PBS. Also for the National Theatre, Master Harold...and the Boys, Hansard, Antony & Cleopatra, Twelfth Night, Nine Night (also West End) Tartuffe (Royal Shakespeare Company), Macbeth (Globe Theatre), Faustus (Headlong/Lyric Hammersmith/Birmingham Repertory Theatre), Cinderella (Lyric Hammersmith), Grey (Oval House), Equus (Theatre Royal Stratford East and West End), King Hedley II (Theatre Royal Stratford East), J’Ouvert (Theatre503), Cougar and Dealing with Clair (Orange Tree), Winter and Why it’s Kicking off Everywhere (Young Vic), Cuttin’ it (Royal Court/Young Vic), A Streetcar Named Desire (Nuffield/Clwyd Theatre Cymru/English Touring Theatre), Rules for Living (Royal & Derngate/Rose Kingston/English Touring Theatre), Apologia (English Theatre Frankfurt).


As Assistant Movement Director: Hamlet (Royal Shakespeare Company).

Film includes: Ear For Eye (Fruit Tree Media).

Awards include: Best Choreographer for Equus at the British Black Theatre Awards 2019.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
London Production, 2021
Ensemble [Replacement]

Productions

 
[West End, 2026]
Movement Director
 
[West End, 2026]
Movement Director
 
[West End, 2025]
Movement Director
 
[West End, 2023]
Choreography
 
[West End, 2023]
Movement
 
[West End, 2023]
Movement Director
 
[West End, 2022]
Movement Direction, Choreography, Intimacy
 
[West End, 2019]
Movement Director
 
[West End, 2019]
Movement Director
 
[West End, 2017]
Movement Director

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Ray Fearon, Madeline Appiah, and More Will Lead UK Tour of FENCES
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026

Headlong announced the cast for its UK tour of August Wilson's FENCES, directed by Daniel Bailey. Ray Fearon leads as Troy, joined by Madeline Appiah, Michael Ahomka-Lindsay, and Josh Tedeku in the first major revival in over a decade.
Original West End Cast Will Return to Mischief's THE COMEDY OF SPIES
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026

The original West End cast of THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES will return to London's Adelphi Theatre for an eight-week run, joined by Mischief member Bryony Corrigan. The show won the WhatsOnStage Award for Best New Play.
Review: THE HARDER THEY COME, Stratford East
by Clementine Scott - May 22, 2026

In another world, Jimmy Cliff’s ‘You Can Get It If You Really Want’ would have made a barnstorming musical theatre ‘I Want’ song. This musical adaptation of the late reggae pioneer's 1972 film – which premiered here in Stratford in 2005, and was reworked in New York in 2023 – makes that world a reality.
THE HARDER THEY COME Reveals Full Cast at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

Stratford East announced full casting for THE HARDER THEY COME, the reggae musical adapted by Suzan-Lori Parks, returning for a new run with Natey Jones reprising his role as Ivan.
Lead Cast Revealed For THE HARDER THEY COME at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026

Natey Jones and Madeline Charlemagne are set to reprise their roles in the reggae musical THE HARDER THEY COME, returning to Stratford East from 16 May to 4 July 2026, with Chanice Alexander-Burnett joining as Elsa from 8 June.
Lead Cast Announced for THE HARDER THEY COME Returning to Stratford East
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026

Lead casting has been announced for the return of THE HARDER THEY COME at Stratford East, running May 16 through July 4, 2026. Directed by Matthew Xia, the production features a stage adaptation by Suzan-Lori Parks, based on the 1970s Jamaican film produced and directed by Perry Henzell and co-written with Trevor Rhone.
Photos: Rakie Ayola, Sylvestra Le Touzel, Cherrelle Skeete in THE AUTHENTICATOR in the UK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026

You can now get a first look at production photos of Winsome Pinnock’s new play The Authenticator, marking the first time one of her plays has premiered at the National Theatre.
Mischief's THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES Will Return to the West End This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026

Mischief's hilarious, award-winning production of The Comedy About Spies will be returning to London this summer. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
Photos: In Rehearsal For THE AUTHENTICATOR At The National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2026

Rehearsal photos have been released for THE AUTHENTICATOR, a new play by award-winning playwright Winsome Pinnock (Leave Taking), marking the first time one of her plays has premiered at the National Theatre.
Photos: THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND Opens At Royal Shakespeare Company
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company’s new musical THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND officially opened at the Swan Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon on Thursday, 19 February. Check out photos of the opening night celebration.
Photos: THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND at The Royal Shakespeare Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company has released production images for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba.
National Theatre to Stage Winsome Pinock's THE AUTHENTICATOR
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2026

Rehearsals have begun for award-winning playwright Winsome Pinnock's (Leave Taking) new play The Authenticator, marking the first time one of her plays has premiered at the National Theatre.
THE HARDER THEY COME To Return To Stratford East In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2026

THE HARDER THEY COME will return to Theatre Royal Stratford East in 2026 following its 2025 run. The reggae musical is adapted by Suzan-Lori Parks and directed by Matthew Xia, with performances scheduled from May 16 through July 4.
THE HARDER THEY COME to Return to Stratford East This February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2026

​Stratford East will present the reggae musical The Harder They Come. The production is based on the cult Jamaican film produced and directed by Perry Henzell and co-written with Trevor Rhone.
Photos: The Royal Shakespeare Company's THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company has released rehearsal photos for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba. Check out the photos here!
FENCES and More Set For Headlong 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026

Headlong has announced details for their 2026 season including a brand-new production of August Wilson's Fences directed by Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch) in a co-production with Leeds Playhouse, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and HOME Manchester.
Bobbie Little Joins COVEN at the Kiln Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2025

Kiln Theatre has announced that Bobbie Little will now play Edmund/Covell in the world premiere of new musical Coven, with music and lyrics by Rebecca Brewer and Grammy Award winning Daisy Chute, and book by Rebecca Brewer.
THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND Will Make West End Premiere @sohoplace
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) production of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind will make its West End premiere @sohoplace following its run at the Swan Theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon.
COVEN Extends Again at The Kiln Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025

Due to popular demand, Kiln Theatre has announced a further extension of the world premiere of new musical Coven, with music and lyrics by Rebecca Brewer and Grammy Award winning Daisy Chute, and book by Rebecca Brewer.
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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Shelley Maxwell been in?

Shelley Maxwell has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Shelley Maxwell been in?

Shelley Maxwell has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Shelley Maxwell's first West End show?

Shelley Maxwell's first West End show was The Lion King West End which opened in 2021

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