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HAMLET, Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Opens Tonight at the Barbican
by BWW News Desk - Aug 25, 2015


HAMLET, starring Benedict Cumberbatch in the title role, started performances on 5 August and officially opens tonight, 25 August at the Barbican Theatre for an exclusive run through 31 October 2015. 

VIDEO: Benedict Cumberbatch Urges Fans to Not Record HAMLET Performances
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 9, 2015


Following a recent performance, the HAMLET star addressed the audience directly. "I can see cameras, I can see red lights in the auditorium," he told the crowd at the London stage door. "It's mortifying and there's nothing less supportive." Watch his full speech below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Benedict Cumberbatch & More in Barbican Theatre's HAMLET
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 7, 2015


Official production photos have just been released for Lyndsey Turner's production of William Shakespeare's Hamlet withBenedict Cumberbatch in the title role. Check them out below!

Broadway Theatre Owners Scout Benedict Cumberbatch-Led HAMLET
by Jessica Khan - Aug 6, 2015


Lyndsey Turner's production of William Shakespeare's HAMLET, starring Benedict Cumberbatch in the title role, is currently underway at the Barbican Theatre. As previously reported, the SHERLOCK star has a full schedule following his run in the play, but now the Daily Mail is reporting that Broadway theatre owners have begun scouting the show (a good sign!), which runs for just 12 weeks.

London Publications Under Heat for Publishing Early Review of Benedict Cumberbatch-Led HAMLET
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 6, 2015


Lyndsey Turner's production of William Shakespeare's HAMLET, starring Benedict Cumberbatch in the title role, just began performances at the Barbican Theatre, and already a popular publication is under heat for their recent coverage of the production. The Times' Kate Matby released a negative review for the play, calling it 'Shakespeare for Kids,' after attending the first preview. The show doesn't officially open until August 25.

Benedict Cumberbatch Stars in HAMLET, Beginning Tonight at the Barbican
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2015


Lyndsey Turner's production of William Shakespeare's HAMLET, starring Benedict Cumberbatch in the title role, begins tonight 5 August 2015 at the Barbican Theatre, with opening night on 25 August at 7pm.

Benedict Cumberbatch-Led HAMLET Eyeing West End, Stateside Runs?
by Jessica Khan - Jul 30, 2015


Lyndsey Turner's production of William Shakespeare's HAMLET, starring Benedict Cumberbatch in the title role, will begin performances at the Barbican Theatre next month. But with hundreds of fans traveling from across the globe to see the SHERLOCK actor take on the Bard for measly 12-week run, the only thing theatergoers want to know is -- will the show transfer, to where, and when?

Sonia Friedman Promises 'Timeless', 'Rock-and-Roll' HAMLET With Benedict Cumberbatch
by Jessica Khan - Jul 29, 2015


Lyndsey Turner's production of William Shakespeare's HAMLET, starring Benedict Cumberbatch in the title role, will begin performances at the Barbican Theatre next month. And Producer Sonia Friedman is being tight-lipped about what Cumberbatch groupies, many of whom are unfamiliar with the Bard, will see in London.

Photo Flash: First Look at Benedict Cumberbatch in Rehearsal for Barbican's HAMLET
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 14, 2015


Rehearsal photos have been released for Lyndsey Turner's production of William Shakespeare's Hamlet with Benedict Cumberbatch in the title role - check them out below!

West End's HAMLET, Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Announces Full Cast
by Matt Smith - Jun 15, 2015


Rehearsals begin today (15 June 2015) for Lyndsey Turner's production of William Shakespeare's Hamlet with Benedict Cumberbatch in the title role.  

La Mirada Theatre Welcomes TRAVELLING LIGHT 2/19
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2012


La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts will present the fourth High Definition screening of this season's National Theatre Live series, TRAVELLING LIGHT, written by Nicholas Wright and directed by National Theatre's Nicholas Hytner on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 at 2pm at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd. in La Mirada.

La Mirada Theatre Welcomes TRAVELLING LIGHT 2/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 7, 2012


La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts will present the fourth High Definition screening of this season's National Theatre Live series, TRAVELLING LIGHT, written by Nicholas Wright and directed by National Theatre's Nicholas Hytner on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 at 2pm at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd. in La Mirada.

Jude Law: 'Maybe I'd Do a Musical'
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 18, 2009


After a successful run on Broadway this Fall in the Donmar Warehouse's production of Hamlet, it seems Jude Law wants more of the Great White Way. According to IMBD News, Jude Law would consider performing in an all singing/dancing musical.

HAMLET Grosses Over $1 Million In Final Week on Broadway
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 7, 2009


HAMLET, starring Jude Law, joined Broadway's Millionaire's Club in its final week on Broadway, grossing $1,001,299 for the week ending December 6.

HAMLET Enters Final Week Of Limited Engagement, Run Concludes 12/6
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2009


The Donmar Warehouse production of HAMLET, starring Jude Law and directed by Michael Grandage, is now in its final week on Broadway. The hit production ends its limited engagement on Sunday, December 6 at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street).

HAMLET Enters Final Week Of Limited Engagement, Run Concludes 12/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 30, 2009


The Donmar Warehouse production of HAMLET, starring Jude Law and directed by Michael Grandage, is now in its final week on Broadway. The hit production ends its limited engagement on Sunday, December 6 at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street).

'Season Your Admiration' HAMLET Recoups on Broadway
by Eddie Varley - Nov 4, 2009


The Donmar Warehouse production of Hamlet, starring Jude Law and directed by Michael Grandage, has fully recouped its $2.5 million capitalization costs as of the week ending November 1, officially entering the hit column. The production, which began performances on September 12 and opened October 6, is playing a limited run through Sunday, December 6 only at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street).

HAMLET Joins Broadway's Top 10, Grosses $904,914
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 19, 2009


HAMLET, starring Jude Law, joined Broadway's top 10 highest grossing shows for the week ending October 18. The production, directed by Michael Grandage, earned $904,914, its best week yet at the box office. HAMLET opened October 6 and plays through December 6 at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street).

BWW TV: Video Show Preview - Broadway's HAMLET
by Craig Brockman - Oct 8, 2009


Preview performances began Saturday, September 12th, for the critically acclaimed Donmar Warehouse production of William Shakespeare's HAMLET with Jude Law in the title role, directed by Michael Grandage. The production officially opened on October 6th, at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street). HAMLET will play a strictly limited run of 12 weeks only. BroadwayWorld is pleased to bring you this special video featuring scenes and interviews with Jude Law and Michael Grandage about bringing Hamlet to Broadway!

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