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Ian McKellen in LEAR at the Yard Sets Ticket On Sale Dates Photo

Ian McKellen in LEAR at the Yard Sets Ticket On Sale Dates
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2026

The Yard Theatre has announced on-sale dates for Lear, with Ian McKellen in the title role. Shakespeare's King Lear, reimagined by playwright Simon Stephens and The Yard's Artistic Director Jay Miller.

Ian McKellen Will Return to the Stage in LEAR at The Yard Theatre's New London Venue Photo

Ian McKellen Will Return to the Stage in LEAR at The Yard Theatre's New London Venue
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

The Yard Theatre in Hackney Wick announced its first season in a new RIBA award-winning building, featuring six productions including Ian McKellen in LEAR and a 50th-anniversary revival of FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE / WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF.

THE GLASS MENAGERIE Extends at the Yard Theatre Photo

THE GLASS MENAGERIE Extends at the Yard Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025

The Yard Theatre’s final production before closing for redevelopment, Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie, has seen unprecedented demand, selling faster than any show in the theatre’s history.

The Yard Theatre Announces New Leadership Team Photo

The Yard Theatre Announces New Leadership Team
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 5, 2022

The Yard Theatre has announced a new leadership team. Deputy Artistic Director, Anthony Simpson-Pike has been appointed new Deputy Artistic Director, and Ashleigh Wheeler as new Executive Director.