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Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has released production photos ahead of the UK premiere of the Tony Award-winning play Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Check out the photos here!

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre have released rehearsal images ahead of the UK premiere of the Tony Award-winning play Jaja’s African Hair Braiding which runs at the venue from Wednesday 18 March – Saturday 25 April 2026. Check out the photos here!

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre had announced casting for the UK premiere of the Tony Award-winning play Jaja's African Hair Braiding which runs at the venue from Wednesday 18 March – Saturday 25 April 2026.

This summer, the Bush Theatre is continuing its commitment to developing talent for the arts and entertainment industry by giving its main stage over for the fifth time to new work by the Bush Theatre Young Company.

Taking Part, the Young Vic's Creative Engagement Department, has today announced the world premiere of AiTopia, the inaugural production from new company The Collective, which is made up of 50 multi-disciplinary artists from Lambeth and Southwark. This new company looks to disrupt traditional conventions of theatre-making to pioneer new models of making work centred on community and collaboration. 

Inspired by the true, little-known story of boxer Frankie Lucas, the London premiere of Going For Gold follows the young Black sportsman as he navigates the complexities of a hostile Britain in 1970s London. The

Acclaimed New York performer, singer, and producer David Driver and his band The Riot Squad have shared a cover of Petula Clark’s “I Know A Place” featuring They Might Be Giants’ John Flansburgh. It’s the first preview of The Stonewall Jukebox: A Documentary Concert, taking place at City Winery in New York City on June 28, the 55th anniversary of the uprising. Listen to the song!

During lockdown, Hear Myself Think's mini audio-theatre podcasts exploring mental health offered solace to listeners in more than 25 countries. Coming from diverse perspectives, they're aimed at communities less likely to get support for mental health issues.

The incredible audio-theatre experience Hear Myself Think has commissioned five playwrights, five directors and five actors for its exciting second series.

The incredible audio-theatre experience Hear Myself Think has commissioned five playwrights, five directors and five actors for its exciting second series.  Inviting listeners to plug in their headphones and undertake a short, simple everyday activity in the company of one of five different characters, Hear Myself Think launched during the pandemic to offer bitesize opportunities for active engagement with your own wellbeing. 

Based on writer Martha Watson Allpress’ own experiences in an abusive relationship, this production shines a delicate light on the realities of domestic abuse and those who experience it. It is skilfully brought to life by Angelina Chudi.

Joan Iyiola (Duchess of Malfi, RSC) and Ashley Zhangazha (Tina The Musical, West End) star in Changing Destiny. This epic new stage adaptation of the 4,000-year-old Egyptian poem about the Warrior King Sinuhe is written by Booker Prize-winner Ben Okri.

The Young Vic has announced Joan Iyiola (Duchess of Malfi, RSC) and Ashley Zhangazha (Tina The Musical, West End) as the cast of Changing Destiny. This epic new stage adaptation of the 4,000-year-old Egyptian poem about the Warrior King Sinuhe is written by Booker Prize-winner Ben Okri.

The Hope Theatre in Islington can today announce full details and release dates for digital project Hope at Home, a 5-part online series of 15-minute monologues each exploring a single fascinating slice of life, created by 25 artists commissioned by the theatre earlier this autumn.

Theatre by the Sea presents the world premiere of Love and Other Fables

In celebration of 86 Years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to announce the opening of the 2019 Summer Season. The season begins with the World Premiere of a brand new romantic screwball musical comedy, Love and Other Fables, which will be presented from May 29 - June 16, 2019.

Directors Guild of America President Thomas Schlamme today announced the five nominees for the DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Feature Film for 2018. 

Directors Guild of America President Thomas Schlamme today announced the DGA's nominees for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Television, Commercials and Documentary for 2017.

Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents a concert of the John McMahon-Jay Jeffries musical LOVE AND OTHER FABLES on April 9, 2017 at 7pm.

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