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Olivia Laydon

Olivia Laydon is a theatre artist whose BroadwayWorld credits include CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY and War Horse.

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[West End, 2027]
Casting
 
[West End, 2026]
Casting Associate

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Photos: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY In Rehearsal at Curve Leicester
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2026

Curve theatre released rehearsal photography from its production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, captured by photographer Marc Brenner.
THE LOST BOYS, SCHMIGADOON!, and More Nominated For 2027 Artios Awards
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026

The Casting Society announced nominations across theater, television, commercials and short film for the 42nd Artios Awards, honoring casting professionals globally.
Cast Set For SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at Milton Keynes Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026

The full cast for the musical SINGIN' IN THE RAIN has been announced ahead of its engagement at Milton Keynes Theatre. Tickets are on sale through ATG Tickets.
Video: Michael Ball Performs 'Pure Imagination' Ahead of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026

An all new music video has been released featuring Michael Ball OBE performing 'Pure Imagination', from CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY. Ball will star as Willy Wonka for the limited run at the London Coliseum in 2027. Check out the video here!
Cast Set For SINGIN' IN THE RAIN UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2026

The UK and Ireland tour of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN will open at Churchill Theatre, Bromley on January 28, 2027, following a Christmas season at Sheffield Theatres. The cast includes Natalie Anderson and Karen Hauer sharing the role of Lina Lamont, Grant Almirall as Don Lockwood, and Nicole-Lily Baisden as Kathy Seldon.
Michael Ball Will Star as 'Willy Wonka' in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026

Michael Ball will star as Willy Wonka in a new production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at the London Coliseum, directed by Nikolai Foster for a limited engagement.
Photos: WAR HORSE Returns To National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026

New production photos have been released for the National Theatre's revival of WAR HORSE. Based on Michael Morpurgo's novel and adapted by Nick Stafford, the award-winning play has returned to the National Theatre nearly two decades after its premiere.
SINGIN' IN THE RAIN Musical Will Return on UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

The Chichester Festival Theatre, Stage Entertainment and Sheffield Theatres production of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN will tour the UK and Ireland, including a summer season at London's Sadler's Wells, following a Christmas run at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre.
Cate Blanchett, Anne-Marie Duff, and More Join National Theatre's 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

The National Theatre announced further casting and dates for its 2026 season, including Cate Blanchett in ELECTRA/PERSONA, Anne-Marie Duff in SOME WOMAN, and new casts for CLOUD 9 and THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE.
Photos: WAR HORSE in Rehearsal at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026

Rehearsal photos have been released for the National Theatre’s global smash-hit production, War Horse, which returns to its original home nearly two decades after its debut and following a recent tour of the UK and Ireland. Check out the photos here!
Full Cast Set for WAR HORSE Return at The National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2026

The full cast has been unveiled for the National Theatre’s production, War Horse, which returns to its original home nearly two decades after its debut and following a recent acclaimed tour of the UK and Ireland.
Casting Details Announced for MONA LOSER Workshop at Birmingham Hippodrome
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026

Casting has been announced for workshop performances of Mona Loser at Birmingham Hippodrome. Produced by Tim Johanson Productions with Birmingham Hippodrome, Mona Loser is a contemporary musical set in the music industry about viral fame, fakery, and identity.
Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh Join Cast for UK Reading of RIGHT BEFORE I GO
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh will join Vanessa Williams and Matt Henry in a UK reading of Stan Zimmerman's suicide awareness play, RIGHT BEFORE I GO, at London's Soho Theatre.
Jeff Hiller, Harvey Guillén and Jessica Gunning to Host the 41st Artios Awards in NY, LA and London
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2026

Emmy Award winner Jeff Hiller will host the New York ceremony of the 41st Annual Artios Awards, as well as Harvey Guillén as the host in Los Angeles and Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe nominee Jessica Gunning as host of the London ceremony.
Photos: THE SOUND OF MUSIC At Curve Leicester
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025

Curve Leicester has released new production photos and will present the Made at Curve staging of THE SOUND OF MUSIC this Christmas season. Performances begin 22 November 2025.
Photos: THE SOUND OF MUSIC In Rehearsal At Curve Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2025

Curve Theatre has released photos from inside rehearsal for its 2025 Made at Curve production of The Sound of Music, directed by Artistic Director Nikolai Foster. The production will run from November 22, 2025, through January 17, 2026.
Full Company of THE SOUND OF MUSIC Announced by Curve
by Emmy Rice - Jul 11, 2025

Earlier this year, Curve revealed stars of its recent acclaimed production of MY FAIR LADY, Molly Lynch and David Seadon-Young, would make a triumphant return to the theatre, playing the roles of Maria and Captain Georg von Trapp.
Full Cast Announced for MONA LOSER Workshop at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 4, 2025

Southwark Playhouse has announced the full cast for upcoming workshop performances of Mona Loser, a new musical by Kit Buchan and Jim Barne, the award-winning duo behind Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York).
Photos: SHUCKED at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2025

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has released production photos for the UK premiere of musical comedy Shucked. Performances are now underway. Check out the photos here!
Rebecca Trehearn, Katie Cailean and More to Star in INDIGO UK Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 30, 2025

The full cast has been revealed for the UK premiere of INDIGO, which will run in Curve’s Studio Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

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