Kurt Vonnegut’s anti-war sci-fi is probably one of the most censored novels of the 20th century. Published in 1969, it’s a methodical indictment of war and a sharp critique of traditional American values. The book has been reproached for its obscene and graphic writing, the exact same reasons why it remains such a relevant and uncompromising piece of literature. Eric Simonson’s acclaimed adaptation barges into Southwark Playhouse with its unyielding message. Director Douglas Baker reinforces the story’s nature as a parable of resistance and a cautionary tale against the dehumanising practices of warfare.
So It Goes Theatre's double Offie Award-winning adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut's SLAUGHTERHOUSE-FIVE transfers to Southwark Playhouse Borough for a five-week run from 3 June to 4 July 2026, following its sell-out premiere at Brockley Jack Theatre in 2024.
The popular literary event, Letters Live, will return to the Royal Albert Hall on Wednesday 22 April, in support of climate charity Greenpeace. Learn more here!
The Utah State Board of Education has banned Wicked by Gregory Maguire from public schools, prompting legal action from the ACLU and renewed debate over book bans and First Amendment rights.
The world premiere of All Out: Comedy About Ambition by Simon Rich, with direction by Tony Award-winner Alex Timbers, begins performances on December 12 at the Nederlander Theatre. Meet the cast of All Out here!
Letters Live, the literary event which celebrates the enduring power of written correspondence, is set to return to the Royal Albert Hall in November. Learn more here!
Love Bird follows Nigel, the sole inhabitant of a small island, who has fallen in love with someone they made out of trash. As storms and trash increase, a strange visitor forces Nigel to choose between who they were and who they could be.
Composers Concordance will present the concert event entitled 'The Fiddlers,' featuring four great violinists - namely Daisy Castro, Jason Hwang, Dave Soldier, and Mazz Swift. Learn how to attend the concert.
A Whole New World of Alan Menken, a concert written and performed by Alan Menken (with additional material by Jennifer Lucy Cook and Richard Kraft), is an evening of stories and songs for fans of Menken’s work, whether they’ve heard it in Disney films or on stage on Broadway. Directed by Kraft, the show promises audiences the opportunity to hear all of the hits they know and love with some revealing anecdotes from Menken’s life.
The finalists for the OffWestEnd Awards (Offies) have been announced, as the UK’s foremost awards for independent theatre mark their 15th anniversary. Learn more here!
Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman’s much-traveled musical Road Show is directed by freeFall Artistic Director Eric Davis and is the fifth Sondheim musical produced by the company.
Guild Hall has announced that award-winning director and choreographer Susan Stroman will assume the role of President of the Guild Hall Academy of the Arts, with standing president, artist Eric Fischl, stepping down after a long and impactful tenure.
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has announced their October 2024 lineup featuring performances by John Pizzarelli, Stacey Kent, and the Mingus Big Band.
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present pianist and composer Jason Yeager and jazz violin virtuoso and composer Jason Anick – co-leading a stellar quintet celebrating their new album Sanctuary. Learn how to purchase tickets.
USA TODAY #1 Best-selling True Crime Author Casey Sherman has announced his new true crime stage play - A NightMARE with Casey Sherman, which will make its debut at Boston's historic Wilbur Theatre on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
Letters Live, the literary event which celebrates the power of written correspondence, returns to the Royal Albert Hall on Thursday 12 December in collaboration with the RSPCA for a special one-off event.
Concord Theatricals has acquired the titles of Mike Birbiglia, with five of his stage works soon to be available for publishing and licensing worldwide.
