Neal Street Productions News

The shortlists for the 2026 Critics' Awards for Theatre in Scotland which have been released today, Thursday May 7

The Imogen Kinchin Fellowship, launched by eight industry leaders, will support emerging cultural leaders on the second anniversary of Kinchin's death on World Theatre Day 2024.

Neal Street Productions has announced the creation of two new development roles, to grow the award-winning indie's slate across in theatre and TV. Learn more here!

San Diego Junior Theatre will present Shrek The Musical, the hilarious and heartwarming stage adaptation of the beloved DreamWorks film. Featuring all the fan favorite characters including Donkey, Princess Fiona, and a chorus of fairy tale misfits.

You can now get a first look at photos of the U.S. tour of Hamnet—a co-production from the Royal Shakespeare Company and Neal Street Productions—taking place at A.C.T.’s Toni Rembe Theater.

Farhan Akhtar, Lucy Boynton, Morfydd Clark, and Harry Lawtey have joined the cast of The Beatles — A Four-Film Cinematic Event, the ambitious Beatles biopic from Tony-winning director Sam Mendes. 

A major theatrical adaptation has been announced for the global phenomenon The Traitors is in development for launch in London next year. Learn more about the show here!

Go inside rehearsals for Chicago Shakespeare Theater's presentation of Royal Shakespeare Company's  Hamnet, based on the best-selling novel by Maggie O'Farrell, adapted by award-winning playwright Lolita Chakrabarti (Life of Pi, Red Velvet, Hymn), and directed by Erica Whyman.

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the cast for the US premiere of HAMNET, set to run from February 10 to March 8. This highly anticipated production will showcase a talented ensemble at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, offering audiences a fresh interpretation of Shakespeare's legacy through the lens of his son's perspective.

American Conservatory Theater has revealed the full cast for the U.S. tour of Hamnet—a co-production from the Royal Shakespeare Company and Neal Street Productions—taking place at A.C.T.'s Toni Rembe Theater.

Special screenings of the critically acclaimed NT Live: The Fifth Step with Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) and Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) will take place across the UK and Ireland.

O'Connell & Company will present Shrek The Musical at the Shea's Smith Theatre. Shrek the Musical features book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori.

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Good people, draw near! Our story is for all to hear! King Avenue Players proudly presents 'Shrek the Musical', based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the Book by William Steig with Music by Jeanin Tesori and Book & Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire, originally produced on Broadway by DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions.

Kenneth Branagh and Helen Hunt will be starring in upcoming productions at The Royal Shakespeare Company. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

​​​​​​​Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed a sneak peek at casting for the 25/26 Season with several Broadway talents and local favorites leading the list in its first three shows: Merry Wives, The Wild Duck, and Guys and Dolls.

​​​​​​​National Theatre Live has announced a landmark slate of theatre broadcasting to cinemas around the world led by a roster of award-winning talent. Learn more about the lineup here!

At a special celebration of Brian Cox's role in Dundee's vibrant and influential cultural landscape - it was announced that the internationally acclaimed Dundonian actor has become the new Patron of Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre.  

RSC Co-Artistic Directors Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey have announced a new programme of productions playing in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2025/26, bringing together stories from across the centuries and from across the globe.

You can now get a first look at photos of the West End transfer of David Ireland’s acclaimed new play The Fifth Step, starring Jack Lowden and Martin Freeman. See photos here!

StoryBook Theatre has revealed its 49th Season of Shows, themed 'Season to be Brave.' Audiences of all ages are invited to experience these upcoming family-friendly productions including Shrek and more!