Mathew Baynton News

THE CADBURYS to Launch on BritBox in 2027

by Rachel Stone — October 7, 2026

BritBox released first look images for the six-episode drama series THE CADBURYS, which follows the Cadbury family's efforts to create the world-famous chocolate bar in 1860s Birmingham.

Harry Gilby, Toby Regbo & More Join THE CADBURYS Series

by Josh Sharpe — July 7, 2026

The Cadburys, a new six-part drama series inspired by Deborah Cadbury’s book, Chocolate Wars, has unveiled its cast, which includes Harry Gilby, Toby Regbo, Jessica Barden, and more.

2025 Papatango Young Playwrights' Award Winners Revealed

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 1, 2025

Papatango has revealed the winners of the 2025 Papatango Young Playwrights' Award – they are Salma from Friern Barnet School, Anna from Frome Community College, and Cormack from Hammersmith & Fulham Mencap.

KIELL SMITH-BYNOE & FRIENDS: KOOL STORY BRO Will Embark on Tour

by Stephi Wild — February 4, 2025

Star of Taskmaster, Ghosts and The Great British Sewing Bee, Kiell Smith-Bynoe is heading out on tour with his hit improvised comedy show - Kool Story Bro.

Broadway Streaming Guide: February 2025 - Where to Watch WAITRESS, THE LION KING Concert, & More

by Josh Sharpe — February 11, 2025

This February, there are plenty of new things for Broadway fans to stream across our favorite streaming services, including Sara Bareilles' Waitress, The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl, and more!

Interview: 'Love Makes Every Character a Fool': Andrew Richardson on RSC's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

by Kat Mokrynski — January 16, 2025

The RSC’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream has transferred from Stratford-upon-Avon to the Barbican Centre for the winter.

Critics' Choice: Kat Mokrynski's Top Ten Shows of 2024

by Kat Mokrynski — December 31, 2024

Having seen over 320 shows in cities like London, New York, Edinburgh in 2024, it was certainly difficult to narrow it down to my top ten shows of the year, but I have done my best! This list is a mix of plays, musicals and stand-up comedy shows that I have seen as both a critic, as well as some tha

Nat Faxon Joins GHOSTS Season 4 as Alexander Hamilton

by Josh Sharpe — December 5, 2024

Actor and comedian Nat Faxon has been tapped to play founding father Alexander Hamilton in Season 4 of Ghosts, the popular CBS comedy.

Video: RSC's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM in Rehearsal in London

by Blair Ingenthron — November 23, 2024

The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream will run at the Barbican beginning next month.

Cast Set For The RSC'S A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

by Stephi Wild — November 5, 2024

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the full cast for A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Further Performances Added For WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT at @sohoplace

by Stephi Wild — September 6, 2024

Further performances announced for WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT by Nassim Soleimanpour.

Jonathan Pryce, Michael Sheen & More to Star in WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT @sohoplace

by Stephi Wild — August 16, 2024

The international hit White Rabbit Red Rabbit challenges a fearless performer to take centre stage with no preparation, no director and no idea what will greet them as they open a sealed envelope and take out the script.

Video: Watch Trailer for Netflix Series A GOOD GIRL'S GUIDE TO MURDER

by Josh Sharpe — June 26, 2024

Netflix has dropped the trailer for A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, the series adaptation of the hugely successful, New York Times bestselling mystery YA novel by Holly Jackson.

THE BUDDHA OF SUBURBIA and More Set For RSC's Winter Season at the Barbican

by Stephi Wild — June 11, 2024

Alongside one world premiere, three new Shakespeare productions and a major revival going on sale at Stratford, RSC Co-Artistic Directors, Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey, have announced their first Winter season at the Barbican, which sees two critically acclaimed productions transfer from Stratf

Everything New On Max This March: What's Coming & Going

by Michael Major — February 26, 2024

Discover the latest additions coming to Max this March.

How to Watch WONKA at Home: When the Timothée Chalamet Movie Musical Begins Streaming on Max

by Michael Major — February 23, 2024

Experience the magic of WONKA as it begins streaming exclusively on Max.

Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Royal Shakespeare Theatre

by Kat Mokrynski — February 15, 2024

Eleanor Rhode directs a modern version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, starring Mathew Baynton of Horrible Histories and Ghosts fame as Bottom, the fool who becomes one of several victims of fairy mischief.

WONKA disponible para alquilar en plataformas

by Jose German Martinez Paneque — January 22, 2024

Ya está disponible en plataformas como YouTube, Amazon Prime o Apple TV para compra o alquiler la película musical WONKA, que cuenta la historia de cómo Willy Wonka llegó a convertirse en el empresario chocolatero exitoso que pudimos ver en CHARLIE Y LA FÁBRICA DE CHOCOLATE.

Video: Timothée Chalamet Would Like to Bring His WONKA Role to Broadway

by Stephi Wild — December 12, 2023

Timothée Chalamet revealed that he would potentially be interested in bringing his Wonka role to Broadway!

Full Cast Revealed for RSC's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

by Aliya Al-Hassan — December 6, 2023

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced casting for its forthcoming production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream which runs in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon between Tuesday 30 January and Saturday 30 March 2024.