The Royal Court Theatre
Latest News on The Royal Court Theatre:
New Associate Directors Revealed By Royal Exchange Theatre (Nov 6, 2025)
Luke Hereford's NICE THINGS: A QUEER LOVE STORY to Premiere at Pleasance Theatre (Nov 6, 2025)
STILT By Joy Nesbitt to Have World Premiere at Corrib Theatre (Nov 4, 2025)
New Associate Directors Revealed By Royal Exchange Theatre (Nov 6, 2025)
Luke Hereford's NICE THINGS: A QUEER LOVE STORY to Premiere at Pleasance Theatre (Nov 6, 2025)
STILT By Joy Nesbitt to Have World Premiere at Corrib Theatre (Nov 4, 2025)
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Achievement In An Affiliate Theatre
The Royal Court TheatreThe Village Bike
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Olivier Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Achievement in an Affiliate Theatre
The Royal CourtCock
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Olivier Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Achievement In An Affiliate Theatre
The Royal Court TheatreThe Pride
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Play
The Royal Court Theatre London, Rock 'n' Roll
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Achievement of the Year in Dance
the Royal CourtAdventures In Motion Pictures
Videos
VIDEO: Aigul Akhmetshina and Piotr Beczała Perform “Je vais danser en votre honneur” from Bizet's CARMEN At The Metropolitan Opera
by A.A. Cristi - 2023-12-26 20:47:54
Video: Patrick Marber Celebrates Tony Win for 'Best Direction of a Play'
by Richard Ridge - 2023-06-12 09:14:09
VIDEO: Carey Mulligan Hosts SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE; Watch Her Monologue!
by Stephi Wild - 2021-04-11 09:31:30
VIDEO: Carey Mulligan's Mother Gave Her a Strange Pre-Oscars Gift
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-04-09 09:57:14
News
New Associate Directors Revealed By Royal Exchange Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025
Selina Cartmell, Artistic Director of the Royal Exchange Theatre, has announced that Emma Baggott and Katie Greenall will join the company as Associate Directors in 2026-2027.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025
Selina Cartmell, Artistic Director of the Royal Exchange Theatre, has announced that Emma Baggott and Katie Greenall will join the company as Associate Directors in 2026-2027.
Luke Hereford's NICE THINGS: A QUEER LOVE STORY to Premiere at Pleasance Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
The new play by Luke Hereford will make its world premiere at Pleasance Theatre, London in a production directed by Izzy Rabey and co-produced by Porter's Theatre, Cardiff, where the play will also run.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
The new play by Luke Hereford will make its world premiere at Pleasance Theatre, London in a production directed by Izzy Rabey and co-produced by Porter's Theatre, Cardiff, where the play will also run.
STILT By Joy Nesbitt to Have World Premiere at Corrib Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Corrib Theatre will present the world premiere of Stilt, a new play by writer and director Joy Nesbitt, running November 13–December 7, 2025, at the Historic Alberta House in Portland.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Corrib Theatre will present the world premiere of Stilt, a new play by writer and director Joy Nesbitt, running November 13–December 7, 2025, at the Historic Alberta House in Portland.
Meet the Cast of OEDIPUS, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025
The Olivier Award-winning Oedipus, an adaptation created and directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances on Broadway on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Meet the cast of Oedipus here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025
The Olivier Award-winning Oedipus, an adaptation created and directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances on Broadway on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Meet the cast of Oedipus here!
Luke Evans Will Make Broadway Debut in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW as 'Frank-N-Furter'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that screen and UK stage star Luke Evans will lead the cast and make his Broadway debut in the role of “Frank-N-Furter” in the upcoming production of Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that screen and UK stage star Luke Evans will lead the cast and make his Broadway debut in the role of “Frank-N-Furter” in the upcoming production of Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 29, 2025- HAMILTON And WICKED Lead the Grosses and More
by - Oct 29, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 29, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 29, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 29, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Will Open in London's Royal Court Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2025
Kimberly Belflower’s John Proctor is the Villain is set to make its European premiere next year at the Royal Court Theatre in London. Learn more about the production which will make the transfer from Broadway and find out how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2025
Kimberly Belflower’s John Proctor is the Villain is set to make its European premiere next year at the Royal Court Theatre in London. Learn more about the production which will make the transfer from Broadway and find out how to get tickets here!
Full Cast Set For Site-Specific Revival of Jim Cartwright's A CHRISTMAS FAIR
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the immersive, site-specific revival of Jim Cartwright's festive play, A Christmas Fair, produced by Oldham Coliseum Theatre in association with Not Too Tame.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the immersive, site-specific revival of Jim Cartwright's festive play, A Christmas Fair, produced by Oldham Coliseum Theatre in association with Not Too Tame.
Aya Cash, Rachael Stirling & Elliot Levey Join John Lithgow in GIANT on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 15, 2025
John Lithgow leads an exciting cast, including Aya Cash, in GIANT on Broadway, starting March 11, 2026. Get your tickets now!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 15, 2025
John Lithgow leads an exciting cast, including Aya Cash, in GIANT on Broadway, starting March 11, 2026. Get your tickets now!
David Gilna Returns With New Show DID I EVER TELL YA
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2025
Irish playwright and storyteller David Gilna will return home with two special year-end performances of his new show Did I Ever Tell Ya in Dublin and Liverpool. Directed by Frank Allen.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2025
Irish playwright and storyteller David Gilna will return home with two special year-end performances of his new show Did I Ever Tell Ya in Dublin and Liverpool. Directed by Frank Allen.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 26, 2025- CHICAGO Welcomes Mira Sorvino and Bianca Marroquin and More!
by - Sep 26, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 26, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Sep 26, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 26, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
GIANT Producers 'Dreaming' of a Film Adaptation of Roald Dahl Play
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2025
Producers Brian and Dayna Lee have expressed their interest in a potential screen version of Giant, the Broadway-bound Olivier Award-winning play starring John Lithgow.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2025
Producers Brian and Dayna Lee have expressed their interest in a potential screen version of Giant, the Broadway-bound Olivier Award-winning play starring John Lithgow.
The Royal Court Theatre Partners With Producers Brian and Dayna Lee
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025
The Royal Court Theatre London has announced a new partnership with award-winning theatre producers Brian and Dayna Lee, following the success of their collaboration on the Olivier Award-winning Giant.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025
The Royal Court Theatre London has announced a new partnership with award-winning theatre producers Brian and Dayna Lee, following the success of their collaboration on the Olivier Award-winning Giant.
Review: COW | DEER, Royal Court Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Sep 14, 2025
Have you ever wished to have the same auditory experience as a deer? Or maybe a cow? Now you can. Katie Mitchell partners with playwright Nina Segal and sonic artist Melanie Wilson to explore the world from the eyes – or, more accurately, ears – of the titular animals. It’s a crude reproduction of a day in their lives that de-centres humans from its narrative altogether. Cow | Deer is entirely wordless, unique in its genre and unlike anything you’ll see on a main stage. The leaflets handed out before the start encourage the audience to close their eyes and relax while they listen to “moments of a summer day in England”. You could do that, but you’d be missing all the fun of seeing live foley artistry.
by Cindy Marcolina - Sep 14, 2025
Have you ever wished to have the same auditory experience as a deer? Or maybe a cow? Now you can. Katie Mitchell partners with playwright Nina Segal and sonic artist Melanie Wilson to explore the world from the eyes – or, more accurately, ears – of the titular animals. It’s a crude reproduction of a day in their lives that de-centres humans from its narrative altogether. Cow | Deer is entirely wordless, unique in its genre and unlike anything you’ll see on a main stage. The leaflets handed out before the start encourage the audience to close their eyes and relax while they listen to “moments of a summer day in England”. You could do that, but you’d be missing all the fun of seeing live foley artistry.
From the West End to DOWNTON ABBEY: A Look at Penelope Wilton's Stage Career
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 12, 2025
Since the early 1970s, Penelope Wilton has established herself as a major player on the British stage, and we are taking a look back at her expansive theatrical career, just in time for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 12, 2025
Since the early 1970s, Penelope Wilton has established herself as a major player on the British stage, and we are taking a look back at her expansive theatrical career, just in time for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.
Karim Khan's BEFORE THE MILLENNIUM Will Make World Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025
Written by Karim Khan (Brown Boys Swim: Fringe First, Popcorn Writing Award), Before the Millenium is a nostalgic festive offering that turns the edge of a new century into a moment of suspense, reflection, and unexpected discovery.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025
Written by Karim Khan (Brown Boys Swim: Fringe First, Popcorn Writing Award), Before the Millenium is a nostalgic festive offering that turns the edge of a new century into a moment of suspense, reflection, and unexpected discovery.
Allie Esiri's 365 Poems For Life Comes to Chelsea Arts Festival.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2025
A star-studded line-up of performers will take you on a journey through a year of poetry at Allie Esiri's 365 Poems for Life, a special event for The Royal Court Theatre, as part of the Chelsea Arts Festival.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2025
A star-studded line-up of performers will take you on a journey through a year of poetry at Allie Esiri's 365 Poems for Life, a special event for The Royal Court Theatre, as part of the Chelsea Arts Festival.
BrightSide Theatre Reveals Cast for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
BrightSide Theatre has announced the cast and production team for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, the opening production of its 14th season.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
BrightSide Theatre has announced the cast and production team for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, the opening production of its 14th season.
Review: DEAF REPUBLIC, Royal Court Theatre
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Sep 8, 2025
Deaf Republic is a marvel of a show. Using puppetry, live video, aerial, and a combination of spoken English, BSL, and captions, this is the kind of theatre that steps not only out of the box but into a whole new world.
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Sep 8, 2025
Deaf Republic is a marvel of a show. Using puppetry, live video, aerial, and a combination of spoken English, BSL, and captions, this is the kind of theatre that steps not only out of the box but into a whole new world.
Review: IRON at Stagecraft Theatre
by Neil Brewer - Aug 27, 2025
What did our critic think of IRON at Stagecraft Theatre?
by Neil Brewer - Aug 27, 2025
What did our critic think of IRON at Stagecraft Theatre?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has The Royal Court Theatre been nominated for?
Outstanding Achievement In An Affiliate Theatre (Olivier Awards) for The Village Bike, Outstanding Achievement in an Affiliate Theatre (Olivier Awards) for Cock , Outstanding Achievement In An Affiliate Theatre (Olivier Awards) for The Pride, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Rock 'n' Roll and Outstanding Achievement of the Year in Dance (Olivier Awards) for Adventures In Motion Pictures.
What awards has The Royal Court Theatre won?
The Royal Court Theatre has won the Outstanding Achievement in an Affiliate Theatre award at the Olivier Awards for two productions: Cock and The Pride.
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