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Mercury Theatre Colchester to Launch Mercury Essex Playwrights Award
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
Mercury Theatre Colchester announced the inaugural Mercury Essex Playwrights Award, supported by GreyFriars Hotel, to champion emerging and established Essex writers with a full Studio production in 2027.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
Mercury Theatre Colchester announced the inaugural Mercury Essex Playwrights Award, supported by GreyFriars Hotel, to champion emerging and established Essex writers with a full Studio production in 2027.
Review: THE P WORD, Bush Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 2, 2026
What a joy it is to see Olivier Award-winning The P Word returning to the Bush Theatre, along with original cast members Esh Alladi and Waleed Akhtar. A deeply moving, heartfelt and important play for our times.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 2, 2026
What a joy it is to see Olivier Award-winning The P Word returning to the Bush Theatre, along with original cast members Esh Alladi and Waleed Akhtar. A deeply moving, heartfelt and important play for our times.
THE P WORD Post-Show Discussions and ALT B Events to Mark Refugee Week at Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Bush Theatre announced post-show discussions for THE P WORD featuring Shobna Gulati MBE, Zarah Sultana MP, Nikita Gill, and Dr Ranj Singh, alongside three ALT B events marking Refugee Week 2026.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Bush Theatre announced post-show discussions for THE P WORD featuring Shobna Gulati MBE, Zarah Sultana MP, Nikita Gill, and Dr Ranj Singh, alongside three ALT B events marking Refugee Week 2026.
Dr Ranj Singh Joins Producing Team For Olivier-Winning THE P WORD At Bush Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2026
Dr Ranj Singh has joined the producing team for THE P WORD as the Olivier Award-winning play returns to London’s Bush Theatre. Written by Waleed Akhtar, the production explores the lives of two gay Pakistani men in the UK. The limited run will feature the original cast and creative team.
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2026
Dr Ranj Singh has joined the producing team for THE P WORD as the Olivier Award-winning play returns to London’s Bush Theatre. Written by Waleed Akhtar, the production explores the lives of two gay Pakistani men in the UK. The limited run will feature the original cast and creative team.
Two LGBTQ+ Productions Will Return to the Bush Theatre This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Two of the Bush Theatre’s recent successes return for Summer 2026. Tickets for The P Word and Tender are available now! Learn more about the upcoming productions here.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Two of the Bush Theatre’s recent successes return for Summer 2026. Tickets for The P Word and Tender are available now! Learn more about the upcoming productions here.
Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals Latest Round of Sloan Playwriting Commissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed their latest recipients of the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Initiative commissions for new theatrical works surrounding themes of science, math, and technology.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed their latest recipients of the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Initiative commissions for new theatrical works surrounding themes of science, math, and technology.
Mercury Theatre Reveals Full Cohort For 2025-2026 Mercury Creatives Programmes
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced the full cohort for their acclaimed Mercury Creatives programmes: Mercury Producers, Directors and Playwrights.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced the full cohort for their acclaimed Mercury Creatives programmes: Mercury Producers, Directors and Playwrights.
Script Club Unveils New Dates And Writers For 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
Outside Edge Theatre Company and Nick Hern Books will present the return of Script Club, following a successful first season in 2024-2025. Learn more and see how to join!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
Outside Edge Theatre Company and Nick Hern Books will present the return of Script Club, following a successful first season in 2024-2025. Learn more and see how to join!
Abbi Roberts Appointed As Operations Director For Stage One
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025
Stage One has appointed Abbi Roberts, previously Director of Development and Communications at Mercury Theatre, as its new Operations Director.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025
Stage One has appointed Abbi Roberts, previously Director of Development and Communications at Mercury Theatre, as its new Operations Director.
Olga Braga Wins 2025 Theatre503 International Playwriting Award for DONBAS
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2025
Theatre503 has announced Olga Braga as the winner of the 2025 Theatre503 International Playwriting Award for her powerful and timely new play Donbas.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2025
Theatre503 has announced Olga Braga as the winner of the 2025 Theatre503 International Playwriting Award for her powerful and timely new play Donbas.
Mercury Theatre Brings New Mercury Creatives Festival on August 9
by Emmy Rice - Jul 6, 2025
The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced that they will hold their first Mercury Creatives Festival on Saturday 9 August, as part of their commitment to local creative development through Mercury Creatives.
by Emmy Rice - Jul 6, 2025
The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced that they will hold their first Mercury Creatives Festival on Saturday 9 August, as part of their commitment to local creative development through Mercury Creatives.
Full Cast Set For Lynn Nottage's INTIMATE APPAREL at the Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch have announced the full cast of Lynn Nottage's Intimate Apparel. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch have announced the full cast of Lynn Nottage's Intimate Apparel. Learn more about the show here!
Golda Rosheuvel and Letitia Wright, and More Set for Bush Theatre 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025
The Bush Theatre has revealed its programme until early 2026 which includes some of the country’s most exciting new writing. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025
The Bush Theatre has revealed its programme until early 2026 which includes some of the country’s most exciting new writing. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Bush Theatre Will Host AN EVENING WITH SIR LENNY HENRY Fundraising Event
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024
The Bush Theatre has announced An Evening with Sir Lenny Henry, a fundraiser for the theatre which will take place at the west London venue for one night only in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024
The Bush Theatre has announced An Evening with Sir Lenny Henry, a fundraiser for the theatre which will take place at the west London venue for one night only in January
Outside Edge Theatre Company's New Scheme Connects Writers With Professional Playwrights
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024
Outside Edge Theatre Company and Nick Hern Books will present Script Club: a new playreading and events initiative to support the development of writers from underrepresented backgrounds.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024
Outside Edge Theatre Company and Nick Hern Books will present Script Club: a new playreading and events initiative to support the development of writers from underrepresented backgrounds.
MGCfutures Celebrates 10th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024
Michael Grandage’s charity MGCfutures celebrated their 10th anniversary last Thursday 7 November at St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Trafalgar Square. Learn more about the organization here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024
Michael Grandage’s charity MGCfutures celebrated their 10th anniversary last Thursday 7 November at St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Trafalgar Square. Learn more about the organization here!
Mercury Theatre Reveals Full Cohort For Mercury Creatives
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2024
The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced the full cohort for their acclaimed Mercury Producers and Mercury Directors Development Programmes and their Mercury Playwrights Development Programme, which this year is in association with Paines Plough’s Tour The Writer.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2024
The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced the full cohort for their acclaimed Mercury Producers and Mercury Directors Development Programmes and their Mercury Playwrights Development Programme, which this year is in association with Paines Plough’s Tour The Writer.
Review: THE REAL ONES, Bush Theatre
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Sep 13, 2024
At once intimate and expansive, The Real Ones follows the friendship of Zaid and Neelam from age nineteen to thirty-six. Once kindred spirits, moving in sync, they fall out of step when the harsh reality of adult life sends them in different directions. Waleed Akhtar (Olivier winner for The P Word) pens a sharply observed look into whether platonic love can last.
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Sep 13, 2024
At once intimate and expansive, The Real Ones follows the friendship of Zaid and Neelam from age nineteen to thirty-six. Once kindred spirits, moving in sync, they fall out of step when the harsh reality of adult life sends them in different directions. Waleed Akhtar (Olivier winner for The P Word) pens a sharply observed look into whether platonic love can last.
Photos: THE REAL ONES Begins Rehearsal at the Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2024
The Real Ones, a funny and honest love letter to platonic soulmates will have its world premiere production at the Bush Theatre from 6 September. Check out rehearsal photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2024
The Real Ones, a funny and honest love letter to platonic soulmates will have its world premiere production at the Bush Theatre from 6 September. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Nathaniel Curtis, Mariam Haque and Anthony Howell Lead THE REAL ONES At Bush Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 12, 2024
Casting for THE REAL ONES, Waleed Akhtar's world premiere at Bush Theatre, has been announced. The play explores themes of identity and belonging, featuring a diverse and talented cast.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 12, 2024
Casting for THE REAL ONES, Waleed Akhtar's world premiere at Bush Theatre, has been announced. The play explores themes of identity and belonging, featuring a diverse and talented cast.
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