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It's entirely possible that there will one day be a fascinating Heart of Darkness-esque documentary about the making of Common. We can only hope, because the creation of something so extraordinary, so wilfully bewildering, on the National's biggest stage is surely a story worth telling.

London is never short of theatre temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From a classic musical and acclaimed Shakespeare to buzzy history plays, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews…

Jeremy Herrin, Headlong's Artistic Director, returns to the National Theatre to direct D C Moore's dark and funny new play, Common, an epic tale of unsavoury action and England's lost land with Anne-Marie Duff as Mary and Cush Jumbo as Laura. Scroll down for a first look at the cast in action below!

Drawing from two events that occurred within 48 hours of each other last June - Michael Sandford's attempt to assassinate Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Las Vegas and the tragic murder of the politician Jo Cox - The Bridge Company's new commission highlights the exasperation and rage caused by an era of misinformation overload and the peddling of hate. Following last year's premiere of Leo Butler's DECADES, Phil Davies' new play follows the success of his Hampstead Theatre production Firebird, which transferred to the West End.

On the next episode of THE GOOD FIGHT titled 'Chaos', Diane takes on a new client who is accused of cyber-terrorism, resulting in unforeseen repercussions for the firm, especially Lucca.

Last night was the 2017 Olivier Awards at London's Royal Albert Hall. Big winners included Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Groundhog Day and Amber Riley for Dreamgirls - find a full list here.

The sun and stars were out at the same time this afternoon as London's theatre community descended upon the Royal Albert Hall for this year's Olivier Awards. With excitement high, the nominees, presenters and guests were all keen to share their hopes and predictions for the evening ahead.

The winners of the Olivier Awards 2017 with Mastercard, the most prestigious event in the UK theatrical calendar, were announced tonight (Sunday 9 April 2017) at London's Royal Albert Hall. The biggest awards yet, the ceremony was hosted by Jason Manford. The full list of winners is available below and online at OlivierAwards.com

The Olivier Awards 2017 with Mastercard - the most prestigious event in the UK's theatrical calendar - takes place today, Sunday 9 April, at London's Royal Albert Hall.

The Olivier Awards 2017 with Mastercard - the most prestigious event in the UK's theatrical calendar - has revealed further details of the star-studded ceremony, hosted by Jason Manford on Sunday 9 April at the Royal Albert Hall.

National Theatre has just announced its newest season line-up. Check out what's coming below!

On last night's LATE NIGHT, guest Christine Baranski talked to Seth about her co-star Cush Jumbo and her intense love of The Good Wife.

CBS All Access, the CBS Television Network's digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service, today announced the second season renewal of its first original drama series, THE GOOD FIGHT, for early 2018.

Shortlists for the third annual Also Recognised Awards have been announced by MyTheatreMates, founded by Mark Shenton and Terri Paddock. These audience-voted industry accolades celebrate talent in fields often overlooked by other award bodies. Voting is now open for all categories and closes on Sunday 26th March 2017. Cast your vote at www.mytheatremates.com/AlsoRecognisedAwards-2017!

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Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's big news: Carolee Carmello leads an all-female 1776 at 54 Below, and Christian Borle stars in a reading of 'ARTURO UI' at Woodshed.

CBS's 'The Good Wife' spin-off THE GOOD FIGHT, from Robert and Michelle King, starring Christine Baranski, Cush Jumbo, Rose Leslie, Delroy Lindo, Sarah Steele, Paul Guilfoyle, Bernadette Peters and Erica Tazel, premieres tonight, February 19th, with a special broadcast on the CBS Television Network, then move exclusively to CBS All Access.

CBS All Access, the CBS Television Network's digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service, today announced its first original drama series, THE GOOD FIGHT, will premiere on Sunday, Feb.19

CBS All Access, the CBS Television Network's digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service, recently announced that its first original drama series, THE GOOD FIGHT, will premiere on Sunday, Feb.19.

CBS All Access has debuted the first teaser for 'The Good Wife' spin-off THE GOOD FIGHT, starring Christine Baranski and Bernadette Peters.