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West End's PHOTOGRAPH 51 Finds Its Crick, Caspar & Watson
by Jessica Showers - Jul 9, 2015


The Daily Mail writes that The Michael Grandage Company's UK premiere of Anna Ziegler's PHOTOGRAPH 51, starring Academy award-winning actress Nicole Kidman as Rosalind Franklin, the woman who discovered the secret to life, has gained several new cast members.

Photo Flash: Zawe Ashton, Michelle Fairley & More in Rehearsal for SPLENDOUR at Donmar Warehouse
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 7, 2015


In the opulent drawing room of the Presidential Palace, a Western photojournalist awaits the return of the dictator. She is here to take his portrait. The dictator's wife, her best friend and an interpreter wait with her. Prada shoes, vodka glasses and light fingers tap out the time. He is late, very late…

EAST IS EAST National Tour Opens in Brighton Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 11, 2015


Pauline McLynn (Father Ted, Shameless, EastEnders) will play Ella Khan in Ayub Khan Din's critically-acclaimed play East is East, which was part of Jamie Lloyd's second Trafalgar Transformed season, directed by Sam Yates, on a 16 week National Tour from tonight 11 June 2015, commencing at Theatre Royal, Brighton. East is East is designed by Tom Scutt, with lighting by Richard Howell and sound and music by Alex Baranowski.

Photo Flash Exclusive: New Look at Richard Fleeshman, Summer Strallen & More in Chichester's A DAMSEL IN DISTRESS
by Roy Tan - Jun 10, 2015


Making their Chichester debuts as George and Maud are Richard Fleeshman (UrineTown, Ghost: The Musical, Legally Blonde) and the Olivier Award nominated Summer Strallen (Top Hat, Love Never Dies, The Sound of Music). The stellar cast also includes Desmond Barrit (The History Boys, Wicked and numerous RSC productions), Isla Blair (Made in Dagenham, The Lyons, Festival 2009'sCollaboration), Richard Dempsey (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Michael Grandage's A Midsummer Night's Dream), Nicholas Farrell (Festival 2011's South Downs / The Browning Version, 37 Days and Chariots of Fire) and Sally Ann Triplett (Follies!, Anything Goes, Guys and Dolls).

STAGE TUBE: CURIOUS INCIDENT's Paule Constable's Best Lighting Design Tonys Speech
by Stage Tube - Jun 7, 2015


THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME's Paule Constable received the 2015 Tony Award for Best Lighting Design earlier tonight, and you can watch her full acceptance speech below! 

CURIOUS INCIDENT's Paule Constable Wins Tony for Best Lighting Design - Play
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 7, 2015


Paule Constable has won the 2015 Tony Award for Best Lighting Design of a Play for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.

Jessie Buckley, Tom Bateman and More Join Kenneth Branagh's THE WINTER'S TALE
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2015


According to the Daily Mail, Jessie Buckley will play 'Perdita' in Kenneth Branagh's upcoming production of THE WINTER'S TALE. Branagh and Rob Ashford will co-direct the Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company's first show of the year, which is slated to run October 17, 2015, through January 16, 2016.

Chichester's Jonathan Church to Launch Indie Production Company
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2015


Following on from the announcement of his departure from Chichester Festival Theatre after the 2016 Season, Jonathan Church today announces that he will be establishing a new, independent production company, Jonathan Church Productions Limited (JCPL), as a platform to continue the development of both his producing and directing output in the future.

Stephen Campbell Moore Joins Nicole Kidman in West End's PHOTOGRAPH 51
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2015


According to the Daily Mail, THE HISTORY BOYS and CHIMERICA's Stephen Campbell Moore has signed on for The Michael Grandage Company's UK premiere of Anna Ziegler's PHOTOGRAPH 51, starring Academy award-winning actress Nicole Kidman as Rosalind Franklin, the woman who discovered the secret to life. The full cast should be set by the end of the month.

Juma Sharkah and Laura Elsworthy Join MIF's THE SKRIKER
by Matt Smith - May 28, 2015


Juma Sharkah and Laura Elsworthy will play Lily and Josie respectively in The Skriker at Manchester International Festival. The production will run at Royal Exchange Theatre from 4 July. The ensemble cast will include Sarah Amankwah, Harry Attwell, Alex Austin, Hannah Hutch, Martins Imhangbe, Kate Jackson, Stuart Overington, Beatrice Scirocchi, Andrew Sheridan, Jessica Walker, Leah Walker and Owen Whitelaw. As previously announced, Maxine Peake will play the eponymous role.

Juma Sharkah & Laura Elsworthy to Join Maxine Peake in THE SKRIKER at Manchester International Festival
by Tyler Peterson - May 27, 2015


Juma Sharkah and Laura Elsworthy will play Lily and Josie respectively in The Skriker at Manchester International Festival. The production will run at Royal Exchange Theatre from 4 July. The ensemble cast will include Sarah Amankwah, Harry Attwell, Alex Austin, Hannah Hutch, Martins Imhangbe, Kate Jackson, Stuart Overington, Beatrice Scirocchi, Andrew Sheridan, Jessica Walker, Leah Walker and Owen Whitelaw. As previously announced, Maxine Peake will play the eponymous role.

STAGE TUBE: Stephen Wight and More at Press Night of MCQUEEN
by Christina Mancuso - May 27, 2015


Award-winning actor Stephen Wight takes on the title role of Lee McQueen and Dianna Agron will play Dahlia in the world premiere of James Phillips's play McQUEEN directed by John Caird, which will run at St. James Theatre from 12 May to 27 June, with press nights on Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 May.  The play will also star Tracy-Ann Oberman as Isabella Blow, Laura Rees as Arabella, and David Shaw-Parker as John Hitchcock, along with Sophie Apollonia, Amber Doyle, George Hill, Eloise Hymas, Jordan Kennedy, Rachel Louisa Maybank, James Revell and Carrie Willis.  Check out behind the scenes interviews and more!

Full Cast Set for World Premiere of IMAGE OF AN UNKNOWN YOUNG WOMAN at Gate Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - May 19, 2015


Artistic Director of the Gate Theatre, Christopher Haydon, today announces the cast for his production of the world premiere of Elinor Cook's Image of an Unknown Young Woman - Oliver Birch (Chorus), Susan Brown (Candace), Wendy Kweh (Nia), Emilie Patry (Chorus), Isaac Ssenbandeke(Chorus), Anjana Vasan (Leyla), Eileen Walsh (Yasmin) and Ashley Zhangazha (Ali). The production opens on 8 June, with previews from 4 June, and runs until 27 June.

Stephen Wight, GLEE Star Dianna Agron Set for World Premiere of McQUEEN, Beginning Tonight at St. James
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2015


Award-winning actor Stephen Wight takes on the title role of Lee McQueen and Dianna Agron will play Dahlia in the world premiere of James Phillips's play McQUEEN directed by John Caird, which will run at St. James Theatre from tonight 12 May, with press nights on Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 May.

Little Angel Theatre Welcomes New Artistic Director/Producer
by Tyler Peterson - May 7, 2015


Little Angel Theatre has announced the appointment of their new Artistic Director / Producer, who also takes up the position of Chief Executive. Samantha Lane will take on the role from 15th June 2015.

Photo Flash: Promotional Shots for MCQUEEN, Starring Dianna Agron & Stephen Wight
by Tyler Peterson - May 7, 2015


Award-winning actor Stephen Wight takes on the title role of Lee McQueen and Dianna Agron will play Dahlia in the world premiere of James Phillips's play McQUEEN directed by John Caird, which will run at St. James Theatre from 12 May to 27 June, with press nights on Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 May.  The play will also star Tracy-Ann Oberman as Isabella Blow, Laura Rees as Arabella, and David Shaw-Parker as John Hitchcock, along with Sophie Apollonia, Amber Doyle, George Hill, Eloise Hymas, Jordan Kennedy, Rachel Louisa Maybank, James Revell and Carrie Willis. Below, check out promotional photos!

Dawn French Brings Her Solo Show To The West End, November 2015
by Carrie Dunn - Apr 25, 2015


Following the huge success of her sold out solo UK tour in 2014, Dawn French, the Queen of British comedy, now brings her hugely popular show 30 Million Minutes to London's West End for a strictly limited season at the Vaudeville Theatre from 11th November (Press Night 12th November).

Nicole Kidman to Return to the West End in Anna Ziegler's PHOTOGRAPH 51
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 23, 2015


The Michael Grandage Company today announce the UK premiere of Anna Ziegler's Photograph 51, with Academy award-winning actress Nicole Kidman as Rosalind Franklin.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Dianna Agron, Stephen Wright and More for MCQUEEN at St. James Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Apr 2, 2015


Award-winning actor Stephen Wight takes on the title role of Lee McQueen and Dianna Agron will play Dahlia in the world premiere of James Phillips's play McQUEEN directed by John Caird, which will run at St. James Theatre from 12 May, with press nights on Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 May. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal!

Stephen Wight, GLEE Star Dianna Agron Set for World Premiere of McQUEEN at St. James, May 12
by Christina Mancuso - Mar 20, 2015


Award-winning actor Stephen Wight takes on the title role of Lee McQueen and Dianna Agron will play Dahlia in the world premiere of James Phillips's play McQUEEN directed by John Caird, which will run at St. James Theatre from 12 May, with press nights on Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 May. The play will also star Tracy-Ann Oberman as Isabella Blow, Laura Rees as Arabella, and David Shaw-Parker as John Hitchcock, along with Sophie Apollonia, Amber Doyle, George Hill, Eloise Hymas, Jordan Kennedy, Rachel Louisa Maybank and Carrie Willis.

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