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Photos: Menier Chocolate Factory’s Revival Of THE HOLY ROSENBERGS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has released production photos from its revival of THE HOLY ROSENBERGS by Ryan Craig, directed by Lindsay Posner. The production began previews February 27 and opened March 9, and will run through May 2 at the London venue.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has released production photos from its revival of THE HOLY ROSENBERGS by Ryan Craig, directed by Lindsay Posner. The production began previews February 27 and opened March 9, and will run through May 2 at the London venue.
Photos: First Look At Michael Sheen and More in OUR TOWN at Rose Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2026
Rose Theatre and Welsh National Theatre have released new production images for Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Our Town, an American classic with universal themes of love, life, and death, staged by a full company of Welsh actors and creative team for the first time in its storied 87-year history.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2026
Rose Theatre and Welsh National Theatre have released new production images for Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Our Town, an American classic with universal themes of love, life, and death, staged by a full company of Welsh actors and creative team for the first time in its storied 87-year history.
STICK MAN Will Return to London and Debut in Sheffield
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
Based on the well-loved book by renowned author Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, perennial festive favourite Stick Man will simultaneously play in two UK cities this winter season.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
Based on the well-loved book by renowned author Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, perennial festive favourite Stick Man will simultaneously play in two UK cities this winter season.
MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL To Play Milton Keynes Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2026
The UK and Ireland tour of MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL will play the Milton Keynes Theatre from April 14–18. Produced by Lorne Michaels, Crossroads Live, and Sonia Friedman, the stage adaptation of the 2004 film will continue its 2026–2027 UK and Ireland tour with performances at the Milton Keynes venue.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2026
The UK and Ireland tour of MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL will play the Milton Keynes Theatre from April 14–18. Produced by Lorne Michaels, Crossroads Live, and Sonia Friedman, the stage adaptation of the 2004 film will continue its 2026–2027 UK and Ireland tour with performances at the Milton Keynes venue.
Photos: First Look Portraits of the New HADESTOWN Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026
Hadestown will welcome an all new principal cast on Broadway. You can now get a first look at photos of the new cast in character, in advance of their first performance.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026
Hadestown will welcome an all new principal cast on Broadway. You can now get a first look at photos of the new cast in character, in advance of their first performance.
Audra McDonald and More Lead National Theatre at Home's New Streaming Productions
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
National Theatre has announced four productions will be available to stream on National Theatre at Home, the NT's pioneering theatre streaming platform, continuing to expand its world-class digital catalogue for audiences around the globe.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
National Theatre has announced four productions will be available to stream on National Theatre at Home, the NT's pioneering theatre streaming platform, continuing to expand its world-class digital catalogue for audiences around the globe.
World Premiere of TWENTY THOUSAND STREETS UNDER THE SKY Comes to Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Troupe has announced the world premiere of Simon Reade's new stage adaptation of Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky by Patrick Hamilton. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Troupe has announced the world premiere of Simon Reade's new stage adaptation of Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky by Patrick Hamilton. Learn more here!
ROMEO & JULIET Starring Sadie Sink & Noah Jupe Extends
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Romeo & Juliet will extend for two weeks due to popular demand. The production, starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe, directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances at the Harold Pinter Theatre on Wednesday 18 March.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Romeo & Juliet will extend for two weeks due to popular demand. The production, starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe, directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances at the Harold Pinter Theatre on Wednesday 18 March.
Photos: In Rehearsal For THE AUTHENTICATOR At The National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2026
Rehearsal photos have been released for THE AUTHENTICATOR, a new play by award-winning playwright Winsome Pinnock (Leave Taking), marking the first time one of her plays has premiered at the National Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2026
Rehearsal photos have been released for THE AUTHENTICATOR, a new play by award-winning playwright Winsome Pinnock (Leave Taking), marking the first time one of her plays has premiered at the National Theatre.
Evelyn Miller, Louis Cunningham, & More Join GOD OF WAR Series
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026
New cast members have been added to Prime Video's God of War series, including stage alums Evelyn Miller, Louis Cunningham, and Ben Chapple. Miller will play Odin’s Valkyrie commander, Gna, with Cunningham and Chapple as Sif and Thor’s sons, Modi and Magni, respectively.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026
New cast members have been added to Prime Video's God of War series, including stage alums Evelyn Miller, Louis Cunningham, and Ben Chapple. Miller will play Odin’s Valkyrie commander, Gna, with Cunningham and Chapple as Sif and Thor’s sons, Modi and Magni, respectively.
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.
Review: ALICE BY HEART at Rise Above Performing Arts
by Shanti - Mar 2, 2026
What did our critic think of ALICE BY HEART at Rise Above Performing Arts?
by Shanti - Mar 2, 2026
What did our critic think of ALICE BY HEART at Rise Above Performing Arts?
Student Blog: Finding Your Cue at College: Texas State University Edition
by Student Blogger: Torrance Crary - Mar 1, 2026
Discovering our passions and figuring out who we are meant to become is one of the greatest journeys of life. This year, I am continuing my trek through my sophomore year at Texas State University.
by Student Blogger: Torrance Crary - Mar 1, 2026
Discovering our passions and figuring out who we are meant to become is one of the greatest journeys of life. This year, I am continuing my trek through my sophomore year at Texas State University.
Washington, DC Regional Theatres Release Statement on Washington Post’s Arts & Culture Staff Cuts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026
Theatre Washington has released a statment, commenting on the recent cuts to The Washington Post arts team. A total of 33 theatres have signed the statement.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026
Theatre Washington has released a statment, commenting on the recent cuts to The Washington Post arts team. A total of 33 theatres have signed the statement.
Arena Stage Welcomes Darren Johnston as Associate Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has named Darren Edward Johnston as Associate Artistic Director of Commercial Strategy and Partnership.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has named Darren Edward Johnston as Associate Artistic Director of Commercial Strategy and Partnership.
Photos: Rosamund Pike and More in Rehearsal For INTER ALIA
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
The National Theatre and Playful Productions have released photos from the rehearsal room of the West End transfer of critically acclaimed Inter Alia. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
The National Theatre and Playful Productions have released photos from the rehearsal room of the West End transfer of critically acclaimed Inter Alia. Check out the photos here!
Video: Ian McKellen Stars as a Famed Painter in THE CHRISTOPHERS Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026
A grand plan is at work in the official trailer for Steven Soderbergh’s The Christophers, starring Tony Award-winning performer Ian McKellen. The film follows the stage legend as painter Julian Sklar, who enlists the help of an art restorer to help him complete several unfinished pieces. Watch the trailer now.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026
A grand plan is at work in the official trailer for Steven Soderbergh’s The Christophers, starring Tony Award-winning performer Ian McKellen. The film follows the stage legend as painter Julian Sklar, who enlists the help of an art restorer to help him complete several unfinished pieces. Watch the trailer now.
Cast Set for VICTORIA: A QUEEN UNBOUND at Watermill Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026
The Watermill Theatre has revealed the cast for the world premiere of Victoria: A Queen Unbound, a new play by Daisy Goodwin, creator of ITV's Victoria.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026
The Watermill Theatre has revealed the cast for the world premiere of Victoria: A Queen Unbound, a new play by Daisy Goodwin, creator of ITV's Victoria.
Rupert Everett Joins Nicola Coughlan and Lydia West for Season Two of BIG MOOD
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026
Olivier Award-nominated actor Rupert Everett has joined the cast of the second season of Dancing Ledge Productions’ comedy series Big Mood. The six-episode season will air on Tubi and Channel 4 this spring 2026.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026
Olivier Award-nominated actor Rupert Everett has joined the cast of the second season of Dancing Ledge Productions’ comedy series Big Mood. The six-episode season will air on Tubi and Channel 4 this spring 2026.
Katie Mitchell Named As Schaubühne Find Festival 2026 Artist In Focus
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026
The Royal Court Theatre has announced that two of their productions directed by Katie Mitchell will transfer to Berlin's Schaubühne in April 2026 as part of FIND, Europe's foremost international festival of contemporary theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026
The Royal Court Theatre has announced that two of their productions directed by Katie Mitchell will transfer to Berlin's Schaubühne in April 2026 as part of FIND, Europe's foremost international festival of contemporary theatre.
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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