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2024 George Devine Award Shortlist Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2024

Artificial Intelligence, erasure, coercion, faith, unrequited love and social housing amongst subjects explored within the five shortlisted plays announced as contenders for the 2024 George Devine Award. 

Conor McPherson's ST NICHOLAS Comes to The Omnibus Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2024

Strange Fish Theatre will return to the Omnibus Theatre with St Nicholas, a deliciously dark and supernatural tale of vampires roaming the streets of London. Learn more here!

CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF and More Set For The Almeida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2024

The Almeida Theatre has announced five new productions including Almeida Associate Director Rebecca Frecknall's new production of Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize-winning play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, featuring Kingsley Ben-Adir, Daisy Edgar-Jones and Lennie James.

Australian Premiere of ARLINGTON Comes to the Seymour Centre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2024

From the Tony Award-winning writer of Once, Empress Theatre and Seymour Centre will present the Australian premiere of the acclaimed dystopian drama Arlington, playing at Seymour Centre’s Reginald Theatre from 2nd to 24th August.

Additional Cast Set For John Lithgow-Led GIANT at the Royal Court
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2024

The Royal Court Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Mark Rosenblatt’s debut play Giant, directed by Nicholas Hytner.

Cast and Creatives Set For G at the Royal Court Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2024

The Royal Court has announced the cast and creative team of G by Tife Kusoro (SW1 Project). The cast are Selorm Adonu (Brother’s Keeper), Kadiesha Belgrave (Grud) and Ebenezer Gyau (Dear England) and the director is Monique Touko (School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play). 

Pentabus Reveals New Jerwood Foundation Writer in Residence Bursary and Applications Open
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2024

Pentabus has announced Jerwood Foundation support for the 2025 Pentabus Writer in Residence Bursary, and the opening of applications.

SPARKS by Simon Longman to be Presented at the Jack Studio Theatre in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024

Upper Hand Theatre Company presents the first London revival of Simon Longman's play SPARKS since its 2015 premiere. Discover this compelling production and its powerful storytelling.

Upper Hand Theatre Company Presents SPARKS By Simon Longman
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024

Upper Hand Theatre Company will present the first London revival since 2015 premiere of Simon Longman's compelling play, SPARKS, running 2nd-13th July 2024 at the Jack Studio Theatre.

Photos: Inside the 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize Ceremony
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2024

The 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has been awarded to UK playwright Ava Pickett for her play 1536.  Awarded annually since 1978, The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize is the largest and oldest international award recognizing women+ who have written works of outstanding quality for the English-speaking theatre. See photos from inside the ceremony here.

2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize Awarded to Ava Pickett for 1536
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2024

The 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has been awarded to UK playwright Ava Pickett for her play 1536. Learn more about Pickett and the award!

John Lithgow Will Lead Play About the Antisemitism of Author Roald Dahl
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2024

John Lithgow will lead the world premiere of a new play about the antisemitism of author Roald Dahl. Giant, written by Mark Rosenblatt and directed by Nicholas Hynter, will premiere in London at the Royal Court Theatre this September.

Emma D'Arcy, Ben Whishaw, John Lithgow, and More Set For The Royal Court's 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2024

The Royal Court Theatre has announced the inaugural season from new Artistic Director David Byrne: nine new plays, all from writers making their Royal Court debuts. Learn more about the full season lineup here!

Hedgerow Theatre Extends Production Of Enda Walsh's THE NEW ELECTRIC BALLROOM
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024

Hedgerow Theatre Company is currently presenting The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic from the pen of Irish playwright Enda Walsh. Learn more about the extension here!

a.k. payne, Jasmine Naziha Jones & More Named as Finalists for 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2024

The 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed the finalists for this prestigious international award honoring women+ playwrights.

THE ANIMAL KINGDOM US Premiere Extends At Connelly Theater Upstairs
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024

THE ANIMAL KINGDOM, a quietly galvanizing play produced and directed by Jack Serio, extends its run at Connelly Theater Upstairs. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Scottish Premiere Of New Dolly Parton Musical HERE YOU COME AGAIN Comes To Glasgow's King's Theatre in October
by Stephi Wild - Feb 1, 2024

Here You Come Again will arrive in Glasgow as part of a major UK tour ahead of performances in the West End. The Scottish premiere of this new Dolly Parton musical brings all her biggest hits together for the first time ever in a rollicking and joyful show, fully authorised by Dolly herself.

Cast Announced For THE LONELY LONDONERS at Jermyn Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2024

JERMYN STREET THEATRE presents The Lonely Londoners - Cast Announced. Roy Williams' adaptation of Sam Selvon's novel about the Windrush generation. Press performance on March 5.

Dolly Parton's HERE YOU COME AGAIN Will Embark on UK Tour Prior to West End Run
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2024

Following its UK Premiere in Leeds from Saturday 11 May to Saturday 8 June, Here You Come Again will embark on a major UK tour, bringing together for the first time ever all of Dolly Parton's biggest hits in a rollicking and joyful new musical, fully authorised by Dolly herself.

Hedgerow Theatre to Kick Off The New Year With Enda Walsh's THE NEW ELECTRIC BALLROOM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024

Hedgerow Theatre presents Enda Walsh’s The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic that explores the complexities of women of a certain age. Directed by Emma Gibson, this production features an all-female design and production team.

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