Shakespeare's Globe released a trailer for MOTHER COURAGE, Anna Jordan's translation of Brecht's protest classic, featuring Michelle Terry in the title role of a war-ravaged world where armies fight not for countries, but for resources.
Theatre by the Lake will present the world premiere of THE FARMER'S WIFE, a new play by Hannah Khalil inspired by Helen Rebanks' best-selling memoir, directed by Artistic Director Liz Stevenson at the Keswick venue.
Shakespeare's Globe announced the full cast for LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Indiana Lown-Collins in her Globe directorial debut, featuring flamenco dancers and a singer alongside a 14-member cast.
Canada's Globe Theatre brought in police and private security after a viral video sparked transphobic threats against the cast and crew of Kevin Loring's play.
Long Beach Shakespeare Company announced its 2026 NEW WORKS FESTIVAL, featuring staged readings and workshop presentations of original plays across three weekends at the Helen Borgers Theatre.
Pippa Nixon and Ken Nwosu will lead Shakespeare's Globe's production of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING as Beatrice and Benedick, directed by Chelsea Walker. Learn more here!
Shakespeare's Globe announced a series of climate-focused events during London Climate Week, including a free Climate Open House with stage readings and an off-grid matinee of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM.
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical is a unique production where a group of comedians, singers and musicians come together to create a new musical every night before an audience. Over the years it’s been running, Showstopper! has won an Olivier Award and even recently reaching 1,500 performances.
Riz Ahmed stars as Hamlet in a new film reimagining of the classic Shakespeare tragedy, now set in modern-day London. Watch Ahmed speak about the film in a recent interview, including why he likens Shakespeare to rap music, and filming an iconic speech from the play.
With a cast of ten actors portraying more than 26 characters, it was bold choice for the intimate theater. But thanks to Perloff’s direction and choice of actors, anyone with the slightest interest in Shakespeare will find the play and its characters captivating.
SHakespeare's Globe will present Bertolt Brecht's MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN from 7 May to 27 June 2026, featuring a cast led by Michelle Terry as Mother Courage and directed by Elle While.
Shakespeare's Globe will present A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM from April 23 to August 29, 2026, directed by Emily Lim with a diverse cast including Audrey Brisson and Enyi Okoronkwo.
BBC Radio 4's The Archers will mark its 75th anniversary this summer with a major live stage tour and Fane Productions have announced which members of the Radio 4 cast will be appearing live on stage.
Bucks County Playhouse will present a new masterclass series for 2026 with a lineup of adult education classes at Lambertville Hall in Lambertville, NJ, open to all ages and levels of experience.
Award-winning playwright Winsome Pinnock, known for her work in the UK, is penning the screenplay for a biographical film about jazz performer Dinah Washington.
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the full cast and creative team for the return of Playing Shakespeare with Deutsche Bank: Romeo and Juliet. The production is directed by Lucy Cuthbertson and forms part of the Globe’s long-running education programme.
Hamnet, Chloé Zhao's acclaimed film about William and Agnes Shakespeare, will arrive on digital platforms to buy or rent starting February 3, 2026, and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on March 3, 2026, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
This summer, join Shakespeare's Globe for a season bursting with world-class artists, lesser-known classics, and much-loved plays, in two of the most iconic theatres in the world.
Pinocchio at the Globe Theatre is a radiant and heartfelt triumph which transforms a much loved story into a richly imaginative new musical. The atmosphere is electric, with the standing audience filling the lower space, with a striking set emblazoned with giant letters spelling PINOCCHIO framed by grand red curtains, ensuring the sense of occasion is unmistakable.
BBC Radio 4's long-running drama ‘The Archers' celebrates 75th anniversary and steps out of the studio for a new live theatrical experience, touring the UK from June–November 2026.
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