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Women’s March Leaders to Join Post-Show Talkback at THE CURTAIN’s RICHARD III
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
The Curtain will present their first post-show talk-back with The Women’s March leadership following this Sunday’s matinee performance of their all-new adaptation of Richard III at Nimbus Arts Center.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
The Curtain will present their first post-show talk-back with The Women’s March leadership following this Sunday’s matinee performance of their all-new adaptation of Richard III at Nimbus Arts Center.
Lead Cast Announced For ONCE At Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 12, 2026
Directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch and Wild Rose), the uplifting and moving new production will run at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 23 May- 27 June.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 12, 2026
Directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch and Wild Rose), the uplifting and moving new production will run at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 23 May- 27 June.
Extra Performance Added For Staged Concert of Joey Contreras’ IN PIECES
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
The London premiere staged concert of Joey Contreras' In Pieces has added a fourth and final performance at The Other Palace on Tuesday 31 March at 11am due to demand with all tickets throughout the house priced at £35.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
The London premiere staged concert of Joey Contreras' In Pieces has added a fourth and final performance at The Other Palace on Tuesday 31 March at 11am due to demand with all tickets throughout the house priced at £35.
Cast Set For 2026 Tour of THE ARCHERS: LIVE AT 75
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
BBC Radio 4's The Archers will mark its 75th anniversary this summer with a major live stage tour and Fane Productions have announced which members of the Radio 4 cast will be appearing live on stage.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
BBC Radio 4's The Archers will mark its 75th anniversary this summer with a major live stage tour and Fane Productions have announced which members of the Radio 4 cast will be appearing live on stage.
Full Cast Announced for STAND & DELIVER at National Theatre of Scotland
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
45 years on from the legendary occupation of the Lee Jeans Factory in Greenock, Stand and Deliver: The Lee Jeans Sit-In tells a powerful and personal story of political resistance, workers' determination and lifelong female solidarity and friendship.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
45 years on from the legendary occupation of the Lee Jeans Factory in Greenock, Stand and Deliver: The Lee Jeans Sit-In tells a powerful and personal story of political resistance, workers' determination and lifelong female solidarity and friendship.
Cast Set for John Tiffany's ONCE at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre is set to launch its 75th anniversary season and Alan Cumming's first as Artistic Director, with the Scottish première of the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical Once.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre is set to launch its 75th anniversary season and Alan Cumming's first as Artistic Director, with the Scottish première of the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical Once.
Vicky Featherstone, Anoushka Warden, Kiko Itasaka, and Alexandra Casson Appointed Trustees Of Cardboard Citizens
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Cardboard Citizens has announced the appointment of four new Trustees: Alexandra Casson, Vicky Featherstone, Kiko Itasaka and Anoushka Warden. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Cardboard Citizens has announced the appointment of four new Trustees: Alexandra Casson, Vicky Featherstone, Kiko Itasaka and Anoushka Warden. Learn more here!
SHARIF شريف Staged Reading Set for JW3 and King’s Head Theatre in London
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
SHARIF, a compelling drama exploring the struggles of LGBTQ+ Palestinians, will have a staged reading in London at JW3 on March 23 and King’s Head Theatre on March 31.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
SHARIF, a compelling drama exploring the struggles of LGBTQ+ Palestinians, will have a staged reading in London at JW3 on March 23 and King’s Head Theatre on March 31.
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!
Meet the Cast of GIANT, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
Performances are now underway for the Broadway run of the Olivier Award-winning hit play Giant, directed by two-time Tony Award winner Nicholas Hytner and written by Mark Rosenblatt. Meet the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
Performances are now underway for the Broadway run of the Olivier Award-winning hit play Giant, directed by two-time Tony Award winner Nicholas Hytner and written by Mark Rosenblatt. Meet the cast here!
JANE EYRE Will Make UK Premiere at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Jane Eyre, a musical by John Caird and Paul Gordon based on the novel by Charlotte Brontë, will receive its UK Premiere at Southwark Playhouse Elephant for a strictly limited season.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Jane Eyre, a musical by John Caird and Paul Gordon based on the novel by Charlotte Brontë, will receive its UK Premiere at Southwark Playhouse Elephant for a strictly limited season.
Review: THE HOLY ROSENBERGS, Menier Chocolate Factory
by Franco Milazzo - Mar 10, 2026
At the Menier Chocolate Factory, the revival of Ryan Craig’s The Holy Rosenbergs arrives with the weight of history attached to it. When it first appeared at the National Theatre’s Cottesloe Theatre in 2011, it was a sharp entry into a conversation about Jewish identity, family loyalty and modern political fracture. Fifteen years on, the conversation has become rather crowded.
by Franco Milazzo - Mar 10, 2026
At the Menier Chocolate Factory, the revival of Ryan Craig’s The Holy Rosenbergs arrives with the weight of history attached to it. When it first appeared at the National Theatre’s Cottesloe Theatre in 2011, it was a sharp entry into a conversation about Jewish identity, family loyalty and modern political fracture. Fifteen years on, the conversation has become rather crowded.
Everything You Need to Know About AMADEUS: From Stage to Screen
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 9, 2026
Before Amadeus arrives on STARZ later this year, find out everything to know about the play, including its origin, major productions and players, adaptations, and more!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 9, 2026
Before Amadeus arrives on STARZ later this year, find out everything to know about the play, including its origin, major productions and players, adaptations, and more!
WHATSONSTAGE Awards Winners Announced; Full List of Winners
by Gillian Blum - Mar 9, 2026
At a ceremony at The London Palladium hosted by Gina and Mazz Murray, the winners of the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards in association with AudienceView were announced.
by Gillian Blum - Mar 9, 2026
At a ceremony at The London Palladium hosted by Gina and Mazz Murray, the winners of the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards in association with AudienceView were announced.
KBO Theatre Company to Stage PRAIRIE COTEAU Reading at Dramatists Guild Foundation
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2026
KBO Theatre Company will present a staged reading of 'PRAIRIE COTEAU' by Liam Mitchell, directed by Angelina Kristic, featuring a cast of notable actors. The event is set for March 13th and 14th at the Dramatists Guild Foundation in Manhattan.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2026
KBO Theatre Company will present a staged reading of 'PRAIRIE COTEAU' by Liam Mitchell, directed by Angelina Kristic, featuring a cast of notable actors. The event is set for March 13th and 14th at the Dramatists Guild Foundation in Manhattan.
Video: Jessie Buckley Recalls CATS Movie Audition: 'I Gave the Worst Audition of my Life'
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2026
During an appearance on The Tonight Show, Hamnet star Jessie Buckley shared that she auditioned for the film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats, calling it 'the worst audition of my life.' Watch the interview now.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2026
During an appearance on The Tonight Show, Hamnet star Jessie Buckley shared that she auditioned for the film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats, calling it 'the worst audition of my life.' Watch the interview now.
Cast and Creative Team Set For PARTY SEASON By The Wardrobe Ensemble
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Royal & Derngate, Northampton have announced the full cast and creative team for Party Season, The Wardrobe Ensemble's newest play. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Royal & Derngate, Northampton have announced the full cast and creative team for Party Season, The Wardrobe Ensemble's newest play. Learn more about the show here!
Photos: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES in Rehearsal at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Rehearsal photos have been released for Marianne Elliott’s (Angels in America) major striking new staging of Les Liaisons Dangereuses. Learn more and check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Rehearsal photos have been released for Marianne Elliott’s (Angels in America) major striking new staging of Les Liaisons Dangereuses. Learn more and check out the photos here!
Patrick Page in ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE and More Set For McCarter Theatre's 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
McCarter Theatre Center has announced its 2026/27 Theater Series, featuring five productions spanning Shakespearean villainy and more. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
McCarter Theatre Center has announced its 2026/27 Theater Series, featuring five productions spanning Shakespearean villainy and more. Learn more here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 6, 2026- DOG DAY AFTERNOON Stars Meet the Press and More
by - Mar 6, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 6, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Mar 6, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 6, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
National Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is next for National Theatre?
National Theatre's next show is The Notebook which begins performances on 8/18/2026.
What when was National Theatre built?
National Theatre was built in 1922.
How many seats does National Theatre have?
National Theatre has 1676 seats.
What were the longest running shows at National Theatre?
Hello, Dolly! which ran from 1/16/1964 to 12/27/1970, 1776 which ran from 3/16/1969 to 2/13/1972, West Side Story which ran from 3/19/2009 to 1/2/2011, Call Me Mister which ran from 4/18/1946 to 1/10/1948 and
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