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Caissie Levy to Reunite With NEXT TO NORMAL Co-Star Jack Wolfe for 154 Cabaret Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2023


Grammy Award nominee Caissie Levy will reunite with Jack Wolfe, her acclaimed co-star of London’s Next to Normal, for the launch of Out of the Box Theatrics’ Broadway at the 154 Cabaret Series.

WAITING FOR GODOT Starring Michael Shannon, Paul Sparks & More Extended at TFANA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2023


Theatre for a New Audience, responding to demand, will present a two-week extension of its production of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot, directed by Arin Arbus. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: First Look at THE ENFIELD HAUNTING, Starring Catherine Tate and David Threlfall
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2023


New production photos have been released from The Enfield Haunting. Written by Paul Unwin, and directed by Angus Jackson, The Enfield Haunting is currently playing at Richmond Theatre and moves to The Ambassadors Theatre in London for a limited West End season from 30 November 2023 until 2 March 2024.

SUNSET BOULEVARD, VANYA, and More Win Big at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards; Full List of Winners!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2023


The Evening Standard Theatre Awards were held last night, November 19. Among the big winners this year were Sunset Boulevard, starring Nicole Scherzinger, as well as Jack Thorne's The Motive and the Cue, Andrew Scott for Vanya, and more. Check out the full list of winners here!

PROTEST SONG Comes to the Arcola Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2023


 First performed ten years ago, writer Tim Price (Nye, Teh Internet is Serious Business, The Radicalisation of Bradley Manning) Protest Song explores hope and the power structures we unwittingly create even among activists.

New Biographic Play Celebrates the Life of Dr Feelgood Co-Founder Wilko Johnson
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2023


Bringing to life the true story, words and music of Wilko Johnson, the world premiere of a new biographic play by Jonathan Maitland (The Interview, An Audience With Jimmy Saville) is a tribute to a man who left an indelible mark on the music scene.

Charlie Josephine's COWBOIS Will Transfer to London; Full Cast Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2023


The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and Royal Court Theatre have announced the London transfer of Charlie Josephine's rollicking queer western Cowbois. 

BWW Q&A: Beth Stockill �" Dorothy; Emily Searle �" Dorothy; Paul Barker �" The Wizard of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Brampton On Stage
by Joshua Wright - Nov 9, 2023


The yellow brick road is winding it's way to The Rose with Brampton On Stage and Brampton Music Theatre's production of THE WIZARD OF OZ! This wonderful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale about Dorothy Gale of Kansas and her journey over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz features the iconic musical score from the MGM film. Sure to whisk you away like a house in a twister, don't miss this colourful production that's full of magic and music for the whole family!

Cast Set For the West End Transfer of STANDING AT THE SKY'S EDGE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2023


Initial casting has been announced for the West End transfer of Sheffield Theatres’ Standing at the Sky’s Edge. Find out who is starring in the show here!

RSC to Mark 400th First Folio Anniversary With New Podcast
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Nov 8, 2023


The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) will mark the 400th anniversary of the publication of Shakespeare’s First Folio with the launch of a new five-part podcast series hosted by Gregory Doran (RSC Artistic Director Emeritus).

Stratford Festival Unveils 2024 Casts and Creative Teams
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2023


Get all the latest updates on the highly anticipated 2024 season at the Stratford Festival. Find out which talented actors have been cast in which productions, and get ready to experience the magic of live theater at one of the world's most renowned festivals.

Interview: Meet the Team from ODE TO THE WASP WOMAN
by Carissa Chesanek - Nov 13, 2023


Ode to the Wasp Woman opens November 9, 2023, and runs until January 31, 2024, at the Actors Temple Theater in New York City. We caught up with playwright and director Rider McDowell, stage manager Matthew Palmer, and actors David Wenzel, Jonathan Hartman, Douglas Davis, and Payton Georgiana to discuss what we can expect, the inspiration, and what's next for the two.  

The Warm Hub Returns to the Royal Shakespeare Company's The Other Place
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Nov 7, 2023


Susie's Café Bar will reopen, and the Warm Hub will return at The Other Place in Stratford-upon-Avon.  

Photos: Inside Rehearsals For THE ENFIELD HAUNTING With Catherine Tate, David Threlfall, and More
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2023


Written by Paul Unwin, and directed by Angus Jackson, The Enfield Haunting will play at Brighton Theatre Royal and Richmond Theatre, before moving to The Ambassadors Theatre in London for a limited West End season from 30 November 2023 until 2 March 2024. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!

TEA AT FIVE Comes to On the Verge Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2023


On the Verge Theatre in association with the Alta Arts presents “Tea at Five” by Matthew Lombardo on-stage December 7 - 23, 2023 at the Alta Arts, 5412 Ashbrook Dr, Houston, TX 77081.

L.A. Theatre Works Featured in Vast Arts Multimedia Collection for K-12 Schools and Libraries
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2023


L.A. Theatre Works is now offering a vast collection of arts video and audio multimedia, available for K-12 schools and local libraries.

Leslie Odom Jr., Arielle Jacobs & More to Join The Drama League EMBRACE THE SEASON Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2023


Get ready for a night of incredible performances at The Drama League 'Embrace The Season' Gala. Join Leslie Odom Jr., Arielle Jacobs, and other talented artists as they take the stage for an unforgettable evening. Don't miss out on this star-studded event!

Grant Gustin Will Make Broadway Debut in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS; Additional Cast Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2023


Grant Gustin will make his Broadway debut in the upcoming new musical Water For Elephants, which is set for come to Broadway in February 2024! Plus, find out who else will appear in the production.

Relaxed and Accessible Performances Across the UK This Festive Season
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Nov 10, 2023


A compilation of the relaxed and accessible performances of theatre shows around the UK this Christmas.

Wiltshire Creative Reveals Spring 2024 Programme Featuring New Plays by Chris Chibnall and Sir Alan Ayckbourn
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2023


Wiltshire Creative has announced their Spring 2024 programme. Building on their recent in-house productions at Salisbury Playhouse, which include The Girl on the Train and Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense, Wiltshire Creative's programme for next spring includes three new in-house productions.  

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