Daisy Sequerra News

The Stage Debut Awards have announced the nominees for 2025. The winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony next month. Check out the full list of nominations here!

Katy Rudd (The Ocean at the End of the Lane) returns to the National Theatre to direct a re-imagining of Noel Streatfeild’s beloved novel Ballet Shoes, in a new version by Kendall Feaver (The Almighty Sometimes). Watch a video!

Beloved by parents and children alike, the National Theatre has taken on the first major stage adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s best-selling book Ballet Shoes as their big ticket show this festive season. It is a brave move, as the book is so well known and hasn't been out of print since 1936. However, there's so need to fear, as Kendall Feaver's adaptation is a truly charming and heart-warming family show.

The National Theatre is presenting the first major stage adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s best-selling book Ballet Shoes. Get a first look inside rehearsals!

The official Matilda Twitter account introduced us to the new cast members with a video of the girls baking with Craige Els, who will be playing Miss Trunchbull. The girls talk about what superpower they would have, who their inspiration is, their hobbies and more while creating a 'tour cake.'

Today, the Royal Shakespeare Company announces the child casting for the first five venues of the Matilda The Musical 2018/19 UK and Ireland Tour. The title role will be shared by Annalise Bradbury, Lara Cohen, Poppy Jones and Nicola Turner. The West End production will continue to play at the Cambridge Theatre, where it is now in its seventh year and is booking until 10 February 2019.