James Graham News

Based on the memoir of Jacob Dunne, Punch is the sobering true story of the tragic and rippling consequences of a single punch thrown on a night out. 

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Lowry, the North West's leading arts and culture institution, is launching a brand-new, free, immersive experience of L.S. Lowry's ‘Going to the Match'.

Paines Plough has announced its programming for 2025, with two new commissions set to tour the UK. This follows the company’s 50th anniversary fundraising gala at the Criterion Theatre earlier this month.

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced plans for their 2025 season including Essex playwright Emma Jo Pallett's debut full-length play Flumps, a revival of Noël Coward's Private Lives.

The National Theatre has announced a tour of its production, Dear England. Dear England tells the story of Gareth Southgate's revolutionary tenure as England manager in this gripping examination of nation and game. 

The National Theatre has announced a highly anticipated tour of its smash-hit production, Dear England. The Olivier Award-winning ‘Best New Play' will visit Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 20 - Sat 24 Jan 2026.

Hampstead Theatre has announced the full cast for the world premiere of Apex Predator by John Donnelly which will come to Hampstead's Main Stage in March.

After debuting at Liverpool's Royal Court and successful London and West End transfers, James Graham's adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s iconic television series is now on a national tour. And what a good thing, as this is urgent and thoughtful theatre that deserves to be seen by as many people as possible.

Simon Friend Entertainment has announced a new co-production with Birmingham Repertory Theatre which will see Tom Chambers play the beloved detective Inspector Morse in a thrilling new stage production, Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts.

The National Theatre of Scotland has appointed Liam Sinclair as the new Executive Director of the Company. Lear more about Sinclair and about The National Theatre of Scotland here!

Tom Chambers will  play the beloved detective Inspector Morse in a new stage production, Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts. The production opens in Birmingham on Thursday 28 August 2025 ahead of a major UK tour.

The Peggy Ramsay Foundation will take primary responsibility for funding the Playwrights ‘73 Award, which places 4 playwrights with 4 theatres around the UK for 18 months and funds them to write a new play.

The cast of Naomi Westerman’s new play Puppy at the King’s Head Theatre has been announced including Ian Hallard (Doctor Who and Sherlock, BBC). Learn more here!

Paines Plough has announced programming for its star-studded 50th Anniversary Gala taking place in February at the Criterion Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!

The National Theatre has announced further casting for its highly anticipated return of James Graham's smash-hit production of Dear England as rehearsals begin on the South Bank.

Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre have announced their 2025 season – a programme that celebrates creativity, connection, and community. Audiences can look forward to a year of premieres, new creations, and returning favourites for all ages.

Brian Cox will return to Scottish stages in a new play by leading British playwright James Graham. This is the first major artwork to tell the story of Royal Bank of Scotland's role in the 2008 financial crash.

The National Theatre has announced further details and casting for previously announced shows in Director Rufus Norris' final season. Learn more about the upcoming productions here!

Stratford East has announced that Hanna Streeter has been appointed Executive Director and joint CEO, taking up the position from July 2025.

James Graham’s adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s Boys from the Blackstuff will have its Scottish premiere at the Theatre Royal, Glasgow this spring. Learn more here!