Vinnie Heaven

Review: MORE THAN ONE STORY, Trafalgar Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Nov 10, 2025

If there is one message that those who were in attendance at More Than One Story LIVE on 9 November absorbed through their skin, it is that “The arts don’t belong to a few, they belong to everyone.” The sentiment was declared proudly by Rory Kinnear in his opening speech and echoed warmly by co-host Shahab Awad, actor and member of Cardboard Citizens. It was sprinkled, allegorised, and spoken boldly throughout the monologues that were presented.

Photos: Jonathan Bailey and More Behind the Scenes of RICHARD II
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2025

London Theatre Company has released behind the scenes photography from Richard II, starring Jonathan Bailey and directed by Nicholas Hytner. Check out the photos here!

Video: Jonathan Bailey-Led RICHARD II Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2025

London Theatre Company has released an all new trailer for Richard II, starring Jonathan Bailey and directed by Nicholas Hytner. Check out the video and learn more about the show here!

Video: Watch Jonathan Bailey In the RICHARD II Curtain Call
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2025

Watch Jonathan Bailey (Wicked, Bridgerton, Company) in the curtain call for Richard II, directed by Nicholas Hytner. Watch the new video from the Bridge Theatre now!

Review Roundup: Jonathan Bailey in RICHARD II - What did the Critics Think?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 19, 2025

Richard II is played by Jonathan Bailey, whose past work includes Bridgerton, Fellow Travellers, Cassio in Nicholas Hytner’s National Theatre production of Othello and Edgar to Ian McKellen’s King Lear. He has also won an Olivier Award for his role of Jamie in Company and is Fiyero in the Wicked movie. What did the critics think of the show?

Review: RICHARD II, Starring Jonathan Bailey
by Cindy Marcolina - Feb 18, 2025

A nation in need, an unsuitable king, banishments, murders, attempted coups. Richard II has it all and so does Jonathan Bailey. He might be dancing through Hollywood and hanging out with the biggest celebs, but he proves that he’s still one of us with this triumphant return to the stage.

Photos: Jonathan Bailey and More in RICHARD II
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025

London Theatre Company has released photos of Richard II. Starring Jonathan Bailey and directed by Nicholas Hytner, this fresh take on Shakespeare’s subtle, caustic and powerful play is currently playing the Bridge Theatre until 10 May 2025.

Photos: Jonathan Bailey Rehearses For RICHARD II
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025

London Theatre Company has released new photos from the Richard II rehearsal room, starring Jonathan Bailey of Wicked, Bridgerton and Company fame and directed by Nicholas Hytner. Check out the new photos here!

Photos/Video: Jonathan Bailey and More in Rehearsal For RICHARD II
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025

All new photos and video footage have been released of Jonathan Bailey and the company of Richard II on their first day of rehearsals. Learn more about the new West End production of Richard II here!

Cast Set to Join Jonathan Bailey in RICHARD II at the Bridge Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024

London Theatre Company has announced the full cast for the brand-new production of Richard II opening in February starring Jonathan Bailey. Learn more about the cast here!

Review: COWBOIS, Royal Court Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jan 18, 2024

All in all, Cowbois isn’t a bad play. It’s a fun and gimmicky queer-affirming semi-comedy that makes for a good night out if you’re willing to close an eye here and there. It’s weird and long, but it means well.

Charlie Josephine's COWBOIS Will Transfer to London; Full Cast Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2023

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and Royal Court Theatre have announced the London transfer of Charlie Josephine's rollicking queer western Cowbois. 

Review: COWBOIS, Swan Theatre, Stratford-Upon-Avon
by Franco Milazzo - Oct 30, 2023

Cowbois might sound like a reboot of Sister Act but there is far more going under the satin bonnets. Gunslinger Jack Cannon (Vinnie Heaven) arrives in a small Wild West-era outpost, handsome by appearance, fearsome by reputation and with a bounty of 200 dollars on their head. The town is populated only by women and a drunken sheriff (Paul Hunter), their menfolk having been gone for over a year and presumed dead after a mine blast. 

Cast Revealed For COWBOIS, A New Queer Cowboy Show For The RSC by Charlie Josephine
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2023

Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's forthcoming production of Charlie Josephine's new play, Cowbois. 

Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Shakespeare's Globe
by Debbie Gilpin - May 23, 2023

“To say the truth, reason and love keep little company together nowadays.” It appears that the Globe has a fondness for dreaming, as Shakespeare’s most performed play is back in the outdoor space for the third time in Michelle Terry’s tenure as Artistic Director.

Cast Announced for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Shakespeare's Globe
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2023

Shakespeare's Globe has announced the cast of A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Elle While (The Merry Wives of Windsor, 2019; As You Like It, Hamlet, 2018).

Cardboard Citizens Announce Upcoming UK Tour Of New Play, FAUN
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2023

Theatre company and social justice charity Cardboard Citizens today announce tour dates, cast and crew for the 2023 national tour of FAUN - a new play from acclaimed performer and writer, Vinnie Heaven. FAUN explores the homelessness crisis affecting transgender people in the UK and how sometimes home isn't always easy to find.

Final Shows Announced and On Sale Today For Weston Studio Spring Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2023

Bristol Old Vic has announced the final shows of The Weston Studio's spring season are on sale now. This is a packed-to-the-rafters programme, bringing a wild mix of theatre-makers from across the spectrum straight to the Studio floor. And with the new multibuy offer, people can see more for less this season.

Theatre503 Announces Six World Premieres
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2022

Theatre503 has announced its programme until June 2023, featuring six world premieres by outstanding debut playwrights. Two brand new Theatre503 productions open alongside co-productions with emerging and established theatre companies and producers, including plays by writers discovered through the Theatre503 International Playwriting Award and 503Five alumni, plus 503Studio Masterclasses.

BWW Review: THE MISFORTUNE OF THE ENGLISH, Orange Tree Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 30, 2022

Touching on nationalism, childish loyalty and what it means to be English, The Misfortune Of The English is Pamela Carter’s new play, inspired by tragic, true events. In April 1936 a group of 27 schoolboys are on a walking holiday in Nazi Germany’s Black Forest. By the end of the day, after collectively choosing a difficult route in terrible weather, five of them are dead.