Nick Lane News

A cast of five will bring a brand new adaptation of the Robert Louis Stevenson classic Treasure Island to the stage at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre this Christmas.

For me, it's always the same: I'm asked to adapt a novel, I get all excited, have all these ideas… Then I read the source material and think, "Wow. Follow that." So it was here. Jane Eyre was the first time I'd been asked to adapt a novel by a female writer. I was honoured… and nervous. I knew the book; I'd read it when I was younger, purely for pleasure. Coming to it as a playwright was entirely different, I'd say - you're looking for ways to weave a satisfying theatrical structure as seamlessly as possible into a beautiful, revered text without losing the quality of the character work or the richness of the world created within its pages.

Feminist masterpiece Jane Eyre is coming to the stage this autumn in Blackeyed Theatre's thrilling new adaptation. Charlotte Bronte's Gothic tale of tempestuous passions and dark secrets, adapted by Nick Lane, embarks on an epic tour of the UK and beyond.

A packed programme of visiting productions has been announced for the late spring and onwards at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre.

A thrilling new stage adaptation of The Sign of Four, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's epic second Sherlock Holmes novel, by Blackeyed Theatre heads to Theatre Royal Winchester from Thursday 14 - Saturday 16 February.

A programme comprising a huge-hearted feel-good comedy, a classic and a brand-new Ayckbourn, a co-production with Edinburgh's renowned Traverse Theatre, and a unique take on a classic novel has been announced by Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre.

A brand new adaptation of Alice in Wonderland with a local setting and a big sprinkle of Christmas will burst onto the stage at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre this December.

A brand new adaptation of Alice in Wonderland with a local setting and a big sprinkle of Christmas will burst onto the stage at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre this December.

A new adaptation of Alice in Wonderland with a local setting and a big sprinkle of Christmas will burst onto the stage at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre this December.

New dates have been announced for Blackeyed Theatre's thrilling new adaptation of The Sign of Four, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's epic second Sherlock Holmes novel. Having successfully mystified audiences this autumn, this spectacular world premiere, adapted and directed by Nick Lane, will continue to tour to theatres across the UK throughout spring 2019, culminating in a four-week tour of China in July. 

This autumn, Blackeyed Theatre will bring to the stage a thrilling new adaptation of The Sign of Four, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's epic second Sherlock Holmes novel. Adapted and directed by Nick Lane, with music composed by Tristan Parkes, this spectacular world premiere embarks on a six-month UK tour this September.

The Stephen Joseph Theatre is presenting a sparkling new version of A Christmas Carol with a Scarborough flavour, opening tonight 7 December and running through 31 December 2017. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

It's a festive classic: the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, the meanest man who ever lived, given a horrible shock on Christmas Eve by the ghost of his partner Jacob Marley, and guided on a journey of learning by three spirits, a time worm and a woman with a nut for a head.

This September, a thrilling new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's dark psychological fantasy, The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, will be embarking on a five month UK tour. Check out a first look at the show below!

There's something for everyone at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre this autumn and winter with shows ranging from festive family entertainment to political drama, and including music and dance.

Today The Berry Theatre shares its busy programme of family work, set to bring to life the venue's stage this autumn.

This September, a thrilling new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's dark psychological fantasy, The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, will be embarking on a five month UK tour, immersing audiences in the myth and mystery of 19th century London. The production, which is adapted and directed by Nick Lane, presents a unique take on the classic Gothic horror story.

A new production of the classic tale of Pinocchio will be 'joyous, magical fun for all the family', promises its director.

A new production of the classic tale of Pinocchio which opens at the Stephen Joseph Theatre next week will be 'joyous, magical fun for all the family', promises its director.

A new production of the classic tale of Pinocchio will be 'joyous, magical fun for all the family', promises its director.