Jude Christian

EVITA, PADDINGTON, INTO THE WOODS, and More Nominated For 2026 Olivier Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The nominations are in for the 2026 Olivier Awards. The nominees included Paddington the Musical, Into The Woods, Oh, Mary!, Into The Woods, Evita, and more. Check out the full list here!

Photos: Polka Theatre's THE FIREWORK-MAKER’S DAUGHTER In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2025

New rehearsal photos have been released for Polka Theatre’s festive production of The Firework-Maker’s Daughter, adapted by Jude Christian and directed by Lee Lyford, based on the award-winning book by Philip Pullman.

Review: TITUS ANDRONICUS, Hampstead Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - Sep 23, 2025

Hampstead Theatre has seen its fair share of gore. Even so, Max Webster’s Titus Andronicus leaves the boards drenched in something more caustic than fake blood: the acid tang of a civilisation eating itself. Shakespeare’s revenge tragedy is a grotesque feast, and here it’s served up with relish.

New Earth Theatre Celebrates 30th Anniversary With Inaugural Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025

As New Earth Theatre celebrates their 30th anniversary, new Artistic Director Ailin Conant and Executive Director Lian Wilkinson has announced their 2025 season of work.

Review: ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PANTOMIME: RAPUNZEL, Liverpool Everyman Theatre
by Sarah OHara - Nov 25, 2024

Written by Jude Christian and directed by Francesca Goodridge, this year’s Rock ‘n’ Roll pantomime is Rapunzel - a five star, fabulous, feel-good show that is perfect for all the family to enjoy.

Artists Sign Open Letter Calling On National Theatre To Reinstate Primary Theatre Schools Touring Programme 
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2024

Artists, including David Morrissey, urged the National Theatre to reinstate its primary school touring program, emphasizing its importance for arts education and community engagement.

Photos: First Look at The RSC's THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2024

The RSC have  released production photos for The School for Scandal. Tinuke Craigdirects Richard B. Sheridan’s brilliantly biting comedy with Geoffrey Streatfeild as Sir Peter Teazle and Siubhan Harrison as Lady Sneerwell. Check out the photos here!

Review: THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, Shakespeare's Globe
by Alexander Cohen - Jun 19, 2024

Jude Christian's new production playfully inverts Shakespeare's misogyny

Cast Set For THE TAMING OF THE SHREW at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of The Taming of the Shrew, directed by Jude Christian.

Full Cast Set For the Royal Shakespeare Company's THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2024

Full casting has been announced for the RSC's forthcoming production of The School for Scandal.  Directed by Tinuke Craig, the show runs in repertoire in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon between Saturday 2 July – Friday 6 September. 

RICHARD III, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, and More Set For Shakespeare's Globe Summer 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2024

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced its Summer Season, running from April – October 2024. Learn more about the full season here!

English Touring Opera Will Perform New Productions of MANON LESCAUT and THE RAKE'S PROGRESS This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Jan 18, 2024

English Touring Opera (ETO) presents new productions of Puccini's Manon Lescaut and Stravinsky's The Rake's Progress for its Spring 2024 tour.

The Cast of Polka Theatre's THE SNOW QUEEN Delights Children at Ronald Mcdonald House
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2023

The cast of Polka Theatre's Snow Queen brings festive magic to families with sick children at Ronald McDonald House. Actors from the family-friendly production visit Ronald McDonald House Tooting, playing games and singing songs to bring joy to families during the holiday season.

Photos: Polka Theatre Presents THE SNOW QUEEN
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2023

Production images have been released for Polka Theatre's Snow Queen, the first commission of Artistic Director Helen Matravers’ tenure - which is taking place in the Main Theatre until 21 January.

Review: BOURGEOIS & MAURICE: PLEASURE SEEKERS, Wilton's Music Hall
by Franco Milazzo - Sep 21, 2023

Probably one of the finest bands most people have never heard of, quite why Bourgeois & Maurice aren't widely recognised as national treasures is something of a mystery.

Double Bill of THE SNOW QUEEN and THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS Comes to Polka Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023

Full cast and creative team details have been revealed for Polka Theatre's 2023 Winter shows. Learn more about The Snow Queen and The Night Before Christmas here, and find out how to get tickets!

Roberta Jean Returns to the Lilian Baylis Studio With WAYS OF BEING
by Stephi Wild - Sep 7, 2023

Award-winning choreographer Roberta Jean returns to the Lilian Baylis Studio this November with Ways of Being. Learn more about the production here!

Kumiko Mendl Steps Down as Artistic Director of New Earth Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2023

Kumiko Mendl, founding member of leading British East and South East Asian (BESEA) theatre company New Earth Theatre, has announced her decision to step down from her role as Artistic Director after 11 years, leaving the company in 2024. 

Polka Theatre Reveals Lineup For Autumn-Winter 2023-24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2023

Polka Theatre’s Artistic Director and Joint Chief Executive Helen Matravers has announced details of their new Autumn – Winter season, running from 27 September 2023 through to 21 January 2024.

Polka Theatre's New Artistic Director Helen Matravers Sets Out Her Vision and Christmas Shows For 2023
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2023

Artistic Director and Joint Chief Executive of Polka Theatre, Helen Matravers, has announced details of their 2023 Christmas offering: The Snow Queen will run from 11 November – 21 January in the Main Theatre for ages 6-12, alongside The Night Before Christmas for children aged 2-6, playing in the Adventure Theatre from 18 November – 14 January, returning to Polka after a highly successful run in 2021.