Emma Manton News

Photos: First Look at National Theatre's BACCHAE Schools Tour

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 13, 2026

You can now get a first look at The National Theatre's nationwide schools tour of Bacchae.

BACCHAE Schools Tour to Visit Coventry with Belgrade Theatre

by Stephi Wild — October 7, 2026

The National Theatre's schools production of BACCHAE will tour to Coventry, reaching students across England as part of an eight-week nationwide tour adapted for young audiences.

Photos: BACCHAE School Tour in Rehearsal From The National Theatre

by Stephi Wild — September 24, 2026

The National Theatre has released all new rehearsal photos for the nationwide schools tour of Bacchae.

Anna Lapwood, Take That, and More Set For Royal Albert Hall Christmas Season

by Stephi Wild — September 22, 2026

Royal Albert Hall has announced its 2026 Christmas season featuring 16 events and over 40 performances, including headline acts Jamie Cullum, Anna Lapwood, Rick Astley, and TAKE THAT, alongside films in concert and choral performances.

Rehearsals Begin For Nationwide Schools Tour Of BACCHAE From The National Theatre

by Stephi Wild — September 8, 2026

Rehearsals have begun for the National Theatre's touring production of BACCHAE, adapted for schools by Nima Taleghani and directed by Hannah Hauer-King, visiting over 60 schools across England.

Photos: LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST 10th Anniversary Tour From Shakespeare in the Squares

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 8, 2026

Shakespeare in the Squares is presenting its tenth anniversary production, Love's Labour's Lost, Shakespeare's comedy of flirtation, foolishness and the irresistible pull of love.

Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST 10th Anniversary Tour From Shakespeare in the Squares

by Stephi Wild — May 15, 2026

Shakespeare in the Squares announced the full cast for its tenth anniversary production of LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Toby Gordon, touring London squares for one night each across multiple venues.

Video: Watch the ROBIN HOOD AND THE CHRISTMAS HEIST Trailer

by Michael Major — December 17, 2024

Watch the production trailer video for Robin Hood and the Christmas Heist now! The cast includes Matthew Ganley as Robin Hood, Emma Manton as Marian, Andrew Whitehead as Sherriff of Nottingham, and Jodie Cuaresma as Much.

Video: Audiences React to ROBIN HOOD AND THE CHRISTMAS HEIST at Rose Theatre in New Trailer

by Blair Ingenthron — December 14, 2024

Find out what audiences have to say about ROBIN HOOD AND THE CHRISTMAS HEIST by Chris Bush at Rose Theatre, playing now through 5 January, in the video here!

Artists Sign Open Letter Calling On National Theatre To Reinstate Primary Theatre Schools Touring Programme

by A.A. Cristi — November 13, 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.

Cast Set For Guildford Shakespeare Company's Immersve ROMEO & JULIET

by Stephi Wild — May 17, 2024

The cast has been announced for Guildford Shakespeare Company’s electric production of Romeo & Juliet.

PRIVATE PEACEFUL Makes Its Epic Entrance To The Belgrade's Main Stage This May

by A.A. Cristi — April 12, 2022

The Belgrade Theatre will play host to a brand new stage adaptation of Private Peaceful, coming to its Main Stage from Tues 17 – Sat 21 May.

Casting Announced For PRIVATE PEACEFUL at Nottingham Playhouse and UK Tour

by Stephi Wild — January 13, 2022

Today Nottingham Playhouse announces the full cast of Simon Reade's adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's award winning First World War novel Private Peaceful.

Nottingham Playhouse Announces Spring And Summer 2022 Lineup

by Stephi Wild — December 9, 2021

Following the triumphant return of live work at Nottingham Playhouse this autumn, today the theatre confirms its Spring and Summer Season for 2022.

Further Details Released For AS YOU LIKE IT at the Watermill

by Stephi Wild — June 7, 2021

Artistic Director Paul Hart and the team at Newbury's The Watermill Theatre are looking forward to opening the Watermill Ensemble's brand-new sustainability focussed production of Shakespeare's AS YOU LIKE IT, adapted by Yolanda Mercy and directed by Paul Hart.