269 Kilburn High Road London NW6 7JR
London,
SEATING CAPACITY: 292
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Kiln Theatre History
The venue has a 292 seat theatre alongside a 300 seat cinema, a bar, restaurant, and café, plus three rehearsal spaces that are used for productions, workshops, and creative learning projects.
Shows at the Kiln Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 4/3/2025 - 5/10/2025 Shanghai Dolls (2025) 1/10/2025 - 2/15/2025 The Lonely Londoners (2025) 11/14/2024 - 12/21/2024 The Purists () 9/19/2024 - 10/26/2024 Pins and Needles () 7/5/2024 - 7/6/2024 English () 6/5/2024 - 6/29/2024 English () 6/29/2023 - 7/15/2023 Modest (2023) 12/14/2022 - 1/28/2023 The Wife of Willesden (2022) 9/9/2022 - 8/22/2022 Handbagged (2022) 7/14/2022 - 8/13/2022 The Darkest Part of the Night (2022) 12/10/2019 - 1/18/2019 Snowflake (2019) 10/25/2019 - 11/30/2019 When The Crows Visit (2019) 7/18/2019 - 9/7/2019 Blues in the Night (2019)
News
Review: MANIC STREET CREATURE, Kiln Theatre
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Mar 11, 2026
Known for her evocative, folk-infused sound, Manic Street Creature sees Memon take the reins as writer and composer as well as performer, bringing her distinctive voice to a personal story of second-hand trauma. First performed at the Fringe in 2022, it’s now back in a new production at the Kiln.
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Mar 11, 2026
Known for her evocative, folk-infused sound, Manic Street Creature sees Memon take the reins as writer and composer as well as performer, bringing her distinctive voice to a personal story of second-hand trauma. First performed at the Fringe in 2022, it’s now back in a new production at the Kiln.
Christopher Bonwell, Emile John, and Rose-anna Nicholson Join PRIVATE LIVES Cast
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
Reading Rep Theatre has announced the complete cast for the upcoming production of Noël Coward's Private Lives which opens at the theatre this spring. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
Reading Rep Theatre has announced the complete cast for the upcoming production of Noël Coward's Private Lives which opens at the theatre this spring. Learn more here!
Photos: First Look at MANIC STREET CREATURE at Kiln Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2026
Kiln Theatre and co-producers Gary Beestone Associates have released first look production images for MANIC STREET CREATURE, the musical written by and starring Olivier Award winner Maimuna Memon.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2026
Kiln Theatre and co-producers Gary Beestone Associates have released first look production images for MANIC STREET CREATURE, the musical written by and starring Olivier Award winner Maimuna Memon.
Initial Cast Set For BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL at Lowry and Curve
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Initial casting has been announced for the world premiere of BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL which will open in May 2026 at Lowry and Curve respectively. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Initial casting has been announced for the world premiere of BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL which will open in May 2026 at Lowry and Curve respectively. Learn more here!
EVITA, PADDINGTON, INTO THE WOODS, and More Nominated For 2026 Olivier Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
The nominations are in for the 2026 Olivier Awards. The nominees included Paddington the Musical, Into The Woods, Oh, Mary!, Into The Woods, Evita, and more. Check out the full list here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
The nominations are in for the 2026 Olivier Awards. The nominees included Paddington the Musical, Into The Woods, Oh, Mary!, Into The Woods, Evita, and more. Check out the full list here!
Cast and Creative Team Set For PLEASE PLEASE ME at the Kiln Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
Kiln Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Please Please Me, written by Tom Wright and directed by Kiln Artistic Director Amit Sharma.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
Kiln Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Please Please Me, written by Tom Wright and directed by Kiln Artistic Director Amit Sharma.
Guest Blog: Director Kirsty Patrick Ward on Collaboration, Rejuvenation and Development of MANIC STREET CREATURE
by Guest Author - Mar 2, 2026
As a Director, reviving a show you’ve directed before can be a rare thing these days. To get another bite at the cherry is a gift, but it comes with a challenge, because what do you have to navigate now? Expectations. You’ve been a part of something that people love, helped to make something that has moved and inspired audiences and now you have to recapture the lighting in a bottle.
by Guest Author - Mar 2, 2026
As a Director, reviving a show you’ve directed before can be a rare thing these days. To get another bite at the cherry is a gift, but it comes with a challenge, because what do you have to navigate now? Expectations. You’ve been a part of something that people love, helped to make something that has moved and inspired audiences and now you have to recapture the lighting in a bottle.
Further Details Revealed For Cultural Celebrations in Ashdown Forest For Winnie-The-Pooh Centenary
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
Launching on Saturday 18 July 2026 to mark 100 years of A.A Milne's beloved Winnie-the-Pooh stories, Ashdown Forest, home of the magical Hundred Acre Wood are partnering with world-class creatives Trigger for ‘The Big One Hundred.'
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
Launching on Saturday 18 July 2026 to mark 100 years of A.A Milne's beloved Winnie-the-Pooh stories, Ashdown Forest, home of the magical Hundred Acre Wood are partnering with world-class creatives Trigger for ‘The Big One Hundred.'
TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) Will Release Cast Recording; Listen to the First Single
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
The new original Broadway musical comedy Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) will release an original Broadway cast recording. Listen to the first single here and watch a video of the stars in the recording booth!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
The new original Broadway musical comedy Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) will release an original Broadway cast recording. Listen to the first single here and watch a video of the stars in the recording booth!
Amy Di Bartolomeo and Orla O’Sullivan to Lead PRIVATE LIVES at Reading Rep
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Reading Rep Theatre has announced the latest casting news for the upcoming production of Noël Coward's Private Lives which opens at the theatre this spring.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Reading Rep Theatre has announced the latest casting news for the upcoming production of Noël Coward's Private Lives which opens at the theatre this spring.
Catherine Tate Will Play Mary Todd Lincoln in OH, MARY! in London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Catherine Tate will play Mary Todd Lincoln in the Tony Award-winning smash hit comedy OH, MARY! at Trafalgar Theatre from 27 April until 18 July 2026. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Catherine Tate will play Mary Todd Lincoln in the Tony Award-winning smash hit comedy OH, MARY! at Trafalgar Theatre from 27 April until 18 July 2026. Learn more here!
Cast Set For The Royal Shakespeare Company's DRIFTWOOD
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the full cast for its forthcoming production of Driftwood, a deeply evocative new play by Martina Laird, directed by Justin Audibert.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the full cast for its forthcoming production of Driftwood, a deeply evocative new play by Martina Laird, directed by Justin Audibert.
HFH Productions to Debut FOAL by Titas Halder at Finborough Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
HFH Productions, in association with Neil McPherson for the Finborough Theatre, have announced the world premiere of Foal by Associate Artistic Director of the Donmar Warehouse, Titas Halder.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
HFH Productions, in association with Neil McPherson for the Finborough Theatre, have announced the world premiere of Foal by Associate Artistic Director of the Donmar Warehouse, Titas Halder.
Cast Set For CHOIR BOY at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
Casting has been announced for Nancy Medina's acclaimed production of Choir Boy by Academy Award-winner Tarell Alvin McCraney (Moonlight, The Brother/ Sister Plays).
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
Casting has been announced for Nancy Medina's acclaimed production of Choir Boy by Academy Award-winner Tarell Alvin McCraney (Moonlight, The Brother/ Sister Plays).
Olivier Awards Reveals Eligibility for 2026 Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The Olivier Awards has revealed eligibility for the 2026 Awards. The 50th anniversary Olivier Awards will take place at the Royal Albert Hall, with highlights to be broadcast on BBC TV and radio.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The Olivier Awards has revealed eligibility for the 2026 Awards. The 50th anniversary Olivier Awards will take place at the Royal Albert Hall, with highlights to be broadcast on BBC TV and radio.
Bristol Old Vic Reveals Cohort Of Writers For The Second Year Of Early Career Writers Support
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Bristol Old Vic's re-energised Literary Department announced the second year of participants in the theatre's Early Career Writers initiative – a free-to-access programme of support for writers.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Bristol Old Vic's re-energised Literary Department announced the second year of participants in the theatre's Early Career Writers initiative – a free-to-access programme of support for writers.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 27, 2026- Tony Awards Sets Date and Theatre and More
by - Jan 27, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jan 27, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Watch: 'Set This House On Fire' Music Video From MANIC STREET CREATURE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
You can now get a first look at the ‘Set This House On Fire’ music video released for Maimuna Memon’s Manic Street Creature, directed by Kirsty Patrick Ward, running at Kiln Theatre,
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
You can now get a first look at the ‘Set This House On Fire’ music video released for Maimuna Memon’s Manic Street Creature, directed by Kirsty Patrick Ward, running at Kiln Theatre,
Full Cast Set For THE HOLY ROSENBERGS at The Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for its upcoming revival of Ryan Craig's THE HOLY ROSENBERGS, directed by Lindsay Posner.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for its upcoming revival of Ryan Craig's THE HOLY ROSENBERGS, directed by Lindsay Posner.
Fuel Adds Three New Trustees To Board
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026
Fuel has announced the appointment of Rakie Ayola, Selina Ocean, and Jenny Waldman CBE as new Trustees. The three join the organisation’s existing board as Fuel continues its producing and development work.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026
Fuel has announced the appointment of Rakie Ayola, Selina Ocean, and Jenny Waldman CBE as new Trustees. The three join the organisation’s existing board as Fuel continues its producing and development work.
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