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THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Extends West End Run to 2028 as Mischief Celebrates 20 Years

by Stephi Wild • Sep 9, 2026

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG will extend its booking at London's Duchess Theatre, running into Mischief's 20th anniversary year, the company's founders announced.

Photos: SHREK 25th Anniversary Edition to Arrive on 4K Ultra HD, Steelbook

by Rachel Stone • Sep 8, 2026

Universal Pictures Home Entertainment will release a remastered 4K Ultra HD edition of SHREK, featuring Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and 30 minutes of new bonus content marking the film's 25th anniversary.

Laura Main to Join Jane Asher in BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT UK Tour

by Stephi Wild • Sep 8, 2026

Laura Main will replace Samantha Womack as The Dresser opposite Jane Asher's Queen in Daisy Goodwin's BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT, opening at Arts Theatre Cambridge Sept. 24 before touring Nottingham, Chelmsford, York and other cities into February 2027.

Adam Langdon Will Join THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG; Longtime Cast Member Trevor Braun to Depart

by Stephi Wild • Sep 3, 2026

Trevor Braun departs THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG after his final performance September 3 at New World Stages; Adam Langdon takes over as Dennis beginning September 14.

Photos: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Cast Hosts Guide Dogs UK Puppies at Duchess Theatre

by Stephi Wild • Sep 3, 2026

Seven guide dog puppies in training visited London's Duchess Theatre to meet the cast of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG and watch extracts from the Olivier and Tony-winning comedy as part of their socialization training. Check out photos here!

PARAMOUNT+ to Launch New Slate of Licensed Documentary Films

by Rachel Stone • Sep 2, 2026

Paramount+ announced a slate of licensed documentary films including THE ROAD BETWEEN US, HANGING BY A WIRE and COOKIE QUEENS, from filmmakers such as Barry Avrich and Mohammed Ali Naqvi.

Frances Segelman to Sculpt Richard E. Grant Live at The Actors' Church

by A.A. Cristi • Aug 31, 2026

Sculptor Frances Segelman will create a live portrait sculpture of actor Richard E. Grant before an audience, followed by a Q&A, with proceeds benefiting Longfield Hospice.

International Literary Properties Acquires Jeffrey Hatcher's Literary Works

by Chloe Rabinowitz • Aug 27, 2026

International Literary Properties has acquired the literary works of playwright Jeffrey Hatcher, whose credits include Rope, Never Gonna Dance and much more.

Four New Shows Are on Sale at The Spire Center

by Stephi Wild • Aug 26, 2026

The Spire Center for Performing Arts announced four new shows going on sale this week. Learn more about the upcoming events and find out how to get tickets here!

HAY FEVER Reveals Full Cast Starring Alongside Christine Baranski at Wyndham's Theatre

by Stephi Wild • Aug 21, 2026

Nancy Carroll, Will Close, Charles Edwards, Ophelia Lovibond, Ash Hunter, Lucy Karczewski and Jo McInnes will join Christine Baranski and Richard E. Grant in Noël Coward's HAY FEVER, directed by Emily Burns.

Photos: Jane Asher and Samantha Womack in Rehearsal for BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT

by A.A. Cristi • Aug 20, 2026

See rehearsal photos of Jane Asher and Samantha Womack in Daisy Goodwin's BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT, which opens at the Arts Theatre Cambridge on September 24 before touring the UK. Check out the rehearsal photos.

RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR to Bring Hershey Felder Back to People's Light

by A.A. Cristi • Aug 6, 2026

Hershey Felder will return to People's Light with RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR, a musical drama starring Felder and Jonathan Silvestri as Russia's last emperor, for a limited engagement in Malvern.

John Billingsley Will Bring 44 MINUTES to Edinburgh Fringe

by Stephi Wild • Aug 4, 2026

John Billingsley and Dorian Missick will star in the world premiere of 44 MINUTES, a psychological thriller by Lev Steinberg, at Edinburgh Fringe's Assembly Rooms.

ANASTASIA to Open in Adelaide This Week at Festival Theatre

by Stephi Wild • Jul 31, 2026

ANASTASIA will open at Adelaide's Festival Theatre for a limited season, following runs in Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, with Georgina Hopson leading the cast as Anya.

Meghan, Duchess Of Sussex Joins Director Alysa Nahmias And The Girls Scouts At Cookie Queens Screening | Post-event Photo Alert

by Joshua Wright • Jul 29, 2026

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attended a screening of COOKIE QUEENS alongside director Alysa Nahmias and members of the Girl Scouts, according to photos from the event.

Photos: THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES West End Return In Rehearsal

by A.A. Cristi • Jul 23, 2026

Mischief has released new rehearsal photos for the West End return of The Comedy About Spies, which begins performances at the Adelphi Theatre on August 1. The award-winning comedy, written by Henry Lewis and Henry Shields, returns for an eight-week run following its acclaimed 2025 premiere.

THE ANASTASIA FILE to Return to Theatre Royal Windsor Before UK Tour

by A.A. Cristi • Jul 14, 2026

Jenny Seagrove and Simon Shepherd reprise their roles in Royce Ryton's thriller THE ANASTASIA FILE, returning to Theatre Royal Windsor before embarking on a multi-venue UK tour.

ANASTASIA Adelaide to Feature Four Local Girls as Little Anastasia

by A.A. Cristi • Jul 9, 2026

Four young Adelaide performers have been cast as Little Anastasia in the Broadway musical ANASTASIA, joining Rhonda Burchmore and Nancye Hayes AM at Festival Theatre.

Denville Hall to Host Theatre Gives Day Across the West End for 100th Anniversary

by Stephi Wild • Jul 6, 2026

Denville Hall, a residential care home for performing arts professionals, announced Theatre Gives Day, with ambassadors including Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen making curtain call appearances across West End venues to support its £26 million Centenary Appeal.