Review: VILLAGE IDIOT, Theatre Royal Stratford East
by Cindy Marcolina - Apr 20, 2023
Samson Hawkins’s play is great fun, but it’s a complex one. This good-hearted comedy cum moral whose identity is defined by precise British sit-com humour (with all the good and bad that comes with it) is threatened by a sense of inauthentic working class ideals. However, if we give in and welcome the satiric idyll of South Northamptonshire, we’ll find a collection of peculiar characters who keep edging and retreating from political incorrectness written with idiosyncratic flair.
Cast Announced For VILLAGE IDIOT at Nottingham Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2023
Nottingham Playhouse has announced the casting for the world premiere of Samson Hawkins' VILLAGE IDIOT, a co-production with Theatre Royal Stratford East and the pioneering consortium which puts deaf and disabled artists and audiences at the centre - Ramps on the Moon.
Theatre Royal Stratford East Announces Cast For VILLAGE IDIOT
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2023
Theatre Royal Stratford East has announced casting for their co-production with Nottingham Playhouse and Ramps on the Moon, the world premiere of Samson Hawkins’ new play VILLAGE IDIOT directed by Stratford East Artistic Director Nadia Fall.
Hampstead Theatre Announces Cast and Creative For SLEEPWALKING
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2020
Hampstead Theatre, has announced the full cast and creative team for James Tait Black prize-nominated writer Hannah Khalil's dark new thriller Sleepwalking which will run from 26 March until 2 May 2020, marking her debut at the theatre.
Headlong's Acclaimed Production Of William Shakespeare's RICHARD II At Home In Manchester
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2019
After decades of civil war, the nation hangs in the balance. Enter Richard, Duke of Gloucester, to change the course of history. Richard was not born to be a king; that role was destined to be filled by his brother, King Edward IV, but he's set his sights on the crown. So begins his campaign of deceit, manipulation and violence - and he's killing it. Yet, behind his ambition lies a murderous desire to be loved...
Photo Flash: Headlong Presents RICHARD III
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2019
Headlong presents John Haidar's production of Richard III with Stefan Adegbola, Derbhle Crotty, Heledd Gwynn, Tom Kanji, Michael Matus, Leila Mimmack, Eileen Nicholas, Caleb Roberts and John Sackville joining the previously announced Tom Mothersdale in the title role as Shakespeare's most notorious and complex villain.
BETRAYAL Leads March's Top 10 New London Shows
by Marianka Swain - Feb 28, 2019
London is never short of temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From a starry Pinter and tasty musical treat to a portrait of grief, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews!
Headlong Announces Full Casting For John Haidar's Production Of RICHARD III
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2019
Headlong today announces full casting for John Haidar's production of Richard III with Stefan Adegbola, Derbhle Crotty, Heledd Gwynn, Tom Kanji, Michael Matus, Leila Mimmack, Eileen Nicholas, Caleb Roberts and John Sackville joining the previously announced Tom Mothersdale in the title role as Shakespeare's most notorious and complex villain.
Full Cast Announced for the West End Transfer of MARY STUART
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2017
The full cast has been announced for the West End transfer of Robert Icke's new adaptation of Mary Stuart. Following a critically acclaimed, sold out season at the Almeida Theatre in 2016-17, the production will open at the Duke of York's Theatre from 15 January for a limited run before visiting Theatre Royal Bath, Salford Lowry and Cambridge Arts Theatre.
DON'T MISS: Florian Zeller's The Truth Leads This Week's Top 10 New London Shows, March 7 2016
by Marianka Swain - Mar 7, 2016
London is never short of theatre temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From Florian Zeller's latest to Branagh farce and a new atomic musical, here are some of this week's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews, and if you need more ticket-booking inspiration, here is last week's round-up.
Chris Goode & Company Present EVERY ONE
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 25, 2016
Chris Goode and Company and Battersea Arts Centre present Every One. Chris Goode directs the English premiere of The Gospel According to Jesus, Queen of Heaven writer Jo Clifford's highly acclaimed 2010 play Battersea Arts Centre, 2 - 19 March.
Ingmar Bergman's SARABAND Gets UK Premiere At Jermyn Street Theater 4/28-5/16
by BWW News Desk - Apr 28, 2009
Ingmar Bergman's Saraband will receive its UK première stage production at the Jermyn Street Theatre in central London from Tuesday 28 April to Saturday 16 May 2009. Jeffrey Kaplow, Eileen Nicholas, Philip Rahm and Augustina Seymour comprise the cast, which is directed by regular Time Out Critics' Choice director, Derek Bond.
Ingmar Bergman's SARABAND Gets UK Premiere At Jermyn Street Theater 4/28-5/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 7, 2009
Ingmar Bergman's Saraband will receive its UK première stage production at the Jermyn Street Theatre in central London from Tuesday 28 April to Saturday 16 May 2009. Jeffrey Kaplow, Eileen Nicholas, Philip Rahm and Augustina Seymour comprise the cast, which is directed by regular Time Out Critics' Choice director, Derek Bond.