Wanamaker News

Read the reviews for Rough Magic at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. See what the critics are saying, and learn more about the show.

In our new production Rough Magic,  there’s a terrifying tentacular creature that lives under the stage. But as part of every performance there’s an even bigger monster present; one that’s even more terrifying and multi-limbed… the AUDIENCE!

The National Theatre of Scotland is set to make its presence known at the Edinburgh Festivals this August, with three productions being performed on the world stage.

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for Olivier Award-winning classic Our Country's Good, written by Timberlake Wertenbaker,  and directed by Artistic Director Rachel O'Riordan.

At Rough Magic prepare to enter Shakespeare’s wondrous world to become a Guardian of Destiny. The audience interaction is aimed at children in the audience, who choose which department they wish to join. Options include Fairy, Ghost, Spirit or Witch. The playful atmosphere is instantly set at The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, the beautiful Jacobean-styled candle-lit indoor small theatre, which is located within Shakespeare’s Globe.

Drury Lane Theatre has announced casting for its production of The Audience. Written by Peter Morgan, writer of the Emmy Award-winning “The Crown,” Drury Lane’s production is directed by Jessica Fisch and runs August 28 – October 20, 2024.

Soprano Karen Slack and pianist Michelle Cann will release 'Beyond the Years,' an album featuring 19 unpublished songs by Florence Price, showcasing her unique contributions to classical music.

 East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District will host a special summer screening of the 80s classic Mannequin. Enjoy a night out with your neighbors and friends on Friday, July 19th, from 7:00pm to 10:00pm, at Mifflin Triangle - located at 1845 East Passyunk.

HighTide has announced tour dates for More…Ghost Stories by Candlelight. Following the sell-out success of their 2023 autumn tour of Ghost Stories by Candlelight, the East of England company brings together four new stories from playwrights in their home region to deliver this brand new, chilling production.

Troupe and Park Theatre have announced initial casting for the world première of a new stage adaptation of John Galsworthy's seminal work, The Forsyte Saga.

Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes, will open on Broadway this fall! The play will perform a limited engagement at the Broadhurst Theatre with previews beginning in September.

Premiere Stages at Kean University has announced the finalists for the 2024 Premiere Play Festival, showcasing new and innovative works from emerging playwrights.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 13, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

HighTide has announced full casting for the first reading of Make Me to be performed as part of the Norfolk & Norwich Festival on 16 May. 

Premiere Stages at Kean University reveals the semi-finalists for the 2024 Play Festival. Discover the up-and-coming playwrights in the spotlight this year.

Watch a preview for Much Ado About Nothing at the Globe Theatre, featuring interviews with the production's Beatrice and Benedick Ekow Quartey and Amalia Vitale, Claudio and Hero actors Adam Wadsworth and Lydia Fleming, and more here!

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Richard III, directed by Elle While. Performances run 9 May – 3 August. Learn more about the cast here!

BYMT's 20th anniversary gala will be held at The Other Palace in July. See who is performing, and learn how to purchase tickets.

The full cast has been announced for the RSC's forthcoming production of Shakespeare's suburban comedy, The Merry Wives of Windsor.  Directed by Blanche McIntyre, the show runs in repertoire in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon between 5 June – 7 September.  

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes (The Comedy of Errors, Globe), with Ekow Quartey and Amalia Vitale as Benedick and Beatrice.