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Abbey Theatre History
Also known as the CSC Theatre. Formerly the Mercury Theatre.
Shows at the Abbey Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 12/4/1976 - 4/10/1977 The Balcony (1976) 10/22/1976 - 12/19/1976 Tartuffe (1976) 10/2/1976 - 4/24/1977 The Homecoming (1976) 10/1/1976 - 12/19/1976 Heartbreak House (1976) 3/14/1976 - 5/16/1976 The Hound of the Baskervilles (1976) 12/9/1975 - 5/16/1975 Antigone (1975) 9/25/1975 - 5/16/1975 A Country Scandal (1975) 9/20/1975 - 5/16/1975 Hedda Gabler (1975) 9/18/1975 - 5/16/1975 Measure for Measure (1975) 1/2/1973 - 3/18/1973 Shay Duffin as Brendan Behan (1973) 6/15/1972 - 12/17/1972 The Sunshine Train (1972)
News
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Sunbury Performing Arts Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
THE AUDIENCE, THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD, and LES LIAISONS Will Come to Cinemas From National Theatre Live
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025
National Theatre Live has announced its next slate of productions releasing to cinemas worldwide in 2026, including two National Theatre productions captured from the Lyttelton stage on London’s South Bank and the re-release of a fan-favourite.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025
National Theatre Live has announced its next slate of productions releasing to cinemas worldwide in 2026, including two National Theatre productions captured from the Lyttelton stage on London’s South Bank and the re-release of a fan-favourite.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; AMERICAN IDIOT Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Bess Wohl, Jen Silverman and More Named as Finalists for The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award- the largest and oldest award recognising women+ writers for plays of outstanding quality written for the English-speaking theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award- the largest and oldest award recognising women+ writers for plays of outstanding quality written for the English-speaking theatre.
Photos: Nicola Caughlan and More in THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025
The National Theatre has released the first look at the cast of The Playboy of the Western World in rehearsals. The cast features Nicola Caughlan and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025
The National Theatre has released the first look at the cast of The Playboy of the Western World in rehearsals. The cast features Nicola Caughlan and more.
Cast Set For 30th Anniversary Production of THE MEMORY OF WATER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The Liverpool Everyman and Octagon Theatre Bolton have announced complete casting for the 30th Anniversary production of Shelagh Stevenson’s Olivier Award-winning comedy, The Memory of Water.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The Liverpool Everyman and Octagon Theatre Bolton have announced complete casting for the 30th Anniversary production of Shelagh Stevenson’s Olivier Award-winning comedy, The Memory of Water.
STILT By Joy Nesbitt to Have World Premiere at Corrib Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Corrib Theatre will present the world premiere of Stilt, a new play by writer and director Joy Nesbitt, running November 13–December 7, 2025, at the Historic Alberta House in Portland.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Corrib Theatre will present the world premiere of Stilt, a new play by writer and director Joy Nesbitt, running November 13–December 7, 2025, at the Historic Alberta House in Portland.
First Preview Performances of THE HAMLET PROJECT Will Launch New RADA Residencies Programme
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025
RADA and Trish Wadley Productions have announced Sinéad Rushe's polyphonic production of The Hamlet Project will have a week of previews at RADA to pilot a new RADA Residencies programme.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025
RADA and Trish Wadley Productions have announced Sinéad Rushe's polyphonic production of The Hamlet Project will have a week of previews at RADA to pilot a new RADA Residencies programme.
Full Cast Set For WHEN WE ARE MARRIED At Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced the full cast for Sheader’s revival of When We Are Married by J.B. Priestley, which will open at the Donmar Warehouse,
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced the full cast for Sheader’s revival of When We Are Married by J.B. Priestley, which will open at the Donmar Warehouse,
Photos: In Rehearsal for THIS LITTLE EARTH At Arcola Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2025
Rehearsal photos have been released for This Little Earth, the debut full-length play by Jessica Norman. Presented by 3 hearts canvas and Izzy Carney, the production will open at the Arcola Theatre’s Studio 2 on October 24, following previews from October 22, and will run through November 15.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2025
Rehearsal photos have been released for This Little Earth, the debut full-length play by Jessica Norman. Presented by 3 hearts canvas and Izzy Carney, the production will open at the Arcola Theatre’s Studio 2 on October 24, following previews from October 22, and will run through November 15.
Photos: First look at Evolution Theatre Company’s DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS
by Jerri Shafer - Oct 16, 2025
Ever wondered what would happen if you took Bram Stoker's legendary vampire tale and put in into a blender with the comedic influences of Mel Brooks, Monty Python and The 39 Steps? That's just what happens in this lightning-fast, laugh-out-loud 90-minute gender-bending, quick-change magical romp. When her sister Mina falls ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, Lucy Westfeldt and her fiancé, Jonathan Harker, enlist the help of famed female vampire hunter Jean Van Helsing. Doctor Jean Van Helsing and her motley company chase the dangerous and sexy Count Dracula from the English countryside to Transylvania to 'other frightening places.' Their antics brim with enough tongue-in-cheek mayhem to fill your cup of giggles.
by Jerri Shafer - Oct 16, 2025
Ever wondered what would happen if you took Bram Stoker's legendary vampire tale and put in into a blender with the comedic influences of Mel Brooks, Monty Python and The 39 Steps? That's just what happens in this lightning-fast, laugh-out-loud 90-minute gender-bending, quick-change magical romp. When her sister Mina falls ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, Lucy Westfeldt and her fiancé, Jonathan Harker, enlist the help of famed female vampire hunter Jean Van Helsing. Doctor Jean Van Helsing and her motley company chase the dangerous and sexy Count Dracula from the English countryside to Transylvania to 'other frightening places.' Their antics brim with enough tongue-in-cheek mayhem to fill your cup of giggles.
Full Cast Revealed For THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD at The National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
The National Theatre has announced full casting for The Playboy of the Western World, a story of youth and self-discovery by John Millington Synge. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
The National Theatre has announced full casting for The Playboy of the Western World, a story of youth and self-discovery by John Millington Synge. Learn more here!
Full Cast and Creative Team Set for THE KEENERS Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2025
The complete cast and creative team has been revealed for the exclusive developmental industry reading of The Keeners, a new play with music by Barbara Grecki. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2025
The complete cast and creative team has been revealed for the exclusive developmental industry reading of The Keeners, a new play with music by Barbara Grecki. Learn more!
Stage Partners Releases Four Plays By Finegan Kruckemeyer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
Stage Partners, an independent theatrical publishing company, has acquired four plays by acclaimed Australian author, Finegan Kruckemeyer. Learn more about the plays here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
Stage Partners, an independent theatrical publishing company, has acquired four plays by acclaimed Australian author, Finegan Kruckemeyer. Learn more about the plays here!
Cast Set For The World Premiere of Jessica Norman's THIS LITTLE EARTH at Arcola Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025
3 hearts canvas and Izzy Carney have announced the cast for Jessica Norman’s debut play This Little Earth. Imy Wyatt Corner will direct Fanta Barrie and Ross O’Donnellan.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025
3 hearts canvas and Izzy Carney have announced the cast for Jessica Norman’s debut play This Little Earth. Imy Wyatt Corner will direct Fanta Barrie and Ross O’Donnellan.
Cast Set For DON'T LOOK NOW at New Wolsey Theatre and Salisbury Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025
The cast and creative team have been announced for New Wolsey Theatre and Salisbury Playhouse’s major new revival of Don’t Look Now, which will play New Wolsey Theatre from 9 - 25 October and Salisbury Playhouse from 29 October - 15 November.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025
The cast and creative team have been announced for New Wolsey Theatre and Salisbury Playhouse’s major new revival of Don’t Look Now, which will play New Wolsey Theatre from 9 - 25 October and Salisbury Playhouse from 29 October - 15 November.
The Alliance For Jewish Theatre Reveals New Co-Executive Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2025
The Alliance for Jewish Theatre has appointed two dynamic leaders as Co-Executive Directors, beginning October 1st, 2025. Learn more about the new leadership here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2025
The Alliance for Jewish Theatre has appointed two dynamic leaders as Co-Executive Directors, beginning October 1st, 2025. Learn more about the new leadership here!
Simon Stephens Joins Sounds From A Safe Harbour Festival
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2025
Celebrating its landmark 10th anniversary edition this year, Sounds from a Safe Harbour (SFSH) will return to Cork City next week. Learn more about the event here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2025
Celebrating its landmark 10th anniversary edition this year, Sounds from a Safe Harbour (SFSH) will return to Cork City next week. Learn more about the event here!
Photos: First look at Evolution Theatre Company’s THE SHAKESPEARE CONSPIRACY
by Jerri Shafer - Sep 4, 2025
Murder, mystery and manhunts in Elizabethan England in 1593. How could Christopher Marlowe, a known spy and England's foremost playwright, be suspiciously murdered and quickly buried in an unmarked grave just days before he was to be tried for treason? How could William Shakespeare, an unknown actor who 'held horses for the gentry while they watched the plays,' become England's star playwright virtually overnight? A comedy-thriller that intertwines the two mysteries. It's a wild ride through the gay London theatre world as the city fights the black plague, the hunt for Catholics, and the questions about Marlowe's murder. Quickly the crown becomes suspicious of Marlowe's mysterious murder and the similarities of his works with those of Shakespeare's. A manhunt begins with Marlowe being chased from city after city in Italy. The whole chase culminates in a final confrontation of excitement and murder. All the historical facts presented in the play are accurate.
by Jerri Shafer - Sep 4, 2025
Murder, mystery and manhunts in Elizabethan England in 1593. How could Christopher Marlowe, a known spy and England's foremost playwright, be suspiciously murdered and quickly buried in an unmarked grave just days before he was to be tried for treason? How could William Shakespeare, an unknown actor who 'held horses for the gentry while they watched the plays,' become England's star playwright virtually overnight? A comedy-thriller that intertwines the two mysteries. It's a wild ride through the gay London theatre world as the city fights the black plague, the hunt for Catholics, and the questions about Marlowe's murder. Quickly the crown becomes suspicious of Marlowe's mysterious murder and the similarities of his works with those of Shakespeare's. A manhunt begins with Marlowe being chased from city after city in Italy. The whole chase culminates in a final confrontation of excitement and murder. All the historical facts presented in the play are accurate.
Interview: Joe Bishara of HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION, GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL
by Paul Batterson - Jul 30, 2025
Although it is mainly known for its mass production of the Bible, Johannes Gutenberg’s printing press was also responsible for the mass distribution of Greek myths and texts to spark the age of enlightenment.
by Paul Batterson - Jul 30, 2025
Although it is mainly known for its mass production of the Bible, Johannes Gutenberg’s printing press was also responsible for the mass distribution of Greek myths and texts to spark the age of enlightenment.
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