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DATES PRODUCTION - Company (1990) - Sweeney Todd (1991)
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Full Cast Set For Site-Specific Revival of Jim Cartwright's A CHRISTMAS FAIR
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the immersive, site-specific revival of Jim Cartwright's festive play, A Christmas Fair, produced by Oldham Coliseum Theatre in association with Not Too Tame.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the immersive, site-specific revival of Jim Cartwright's festive play, A Christmas Fair, produced by Oldham Coliseum Theatre in association with Not Too Tame.
Oldham Coliseum Theatre Produces Site-Specific Revival Of Jim Cartwright's A CHRISTMAS FAIR
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025
Embracing the period of its current £10m refurbishment, Oldham Coliseum Theatre will continue to make theatre beyond its doors and is producing a revival of Jim Cartwright’s festive play, A Christmas Fair.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025
Embracing the period of its current £10m refurbishment, Oldham Coliseum Theatre will continue to make theatre beyond its doors and is producing a revival of Jim Cartwright’s festive play, A Christmas Fair.
MARIUPOL Comes to Edinburgh in July
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025
MARIUPOL is coming to Edinburgh this summer. Set across thirty turbulent years, MARIUPOL tells the story of love found, lost, and tested by war. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025
MARIUPOL is coming to Edinburgh this summer. Set across thirty turbulent years, MARIUPOL tells the story of love found, lost, and tested by war. Learn more about the show here!
The Dukes To Present THE BORROWERS As Their Christmas Show For 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 29, 2024
Following the success from last year's ‘A Christmas Carol', this holiday season, the Dukes invites audiences of all ages to embark on a tiny adventure into the world of ‘The Borrowers' this Christmas from the 22nd November till the 31st December.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 29, 2024
Following the success from last year's ‘A Christmas Carol', this holiday season, the Dukes invites audiences of all ages to embark on a tiny adventure into the world of ‘The Borrowers' this Christmas from the 22nd November till the 31st December.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Economic Barriers and Ballet: 2024 Data Reports Highlight Challenges
by Alex Freeman - Aug 5, 2024
In this week's newsletter, we look at national trends impacting arts organizations, including financial shifts and attendance barriers from three different data sources. Moving to New York, we cover Soho Rep's relocation, Signature Theatre's interim leadership, and Under the Radar Festival's upcoming season.
by Alex Freeman - Aug 5, 2024
In this week's newsletter, we look at national trends impacting arts organizations, including financial shifts and attendance barriers from three different data sources. Moving to New York, we cover Soho Rep's relocation, Signature Theatre's interim leadership, and Under the Radar Festival's upcoming season.
Industry Pro Newsletter: NEA Funding Preserved & IATSE Joins Casino Opposition
by Alex Freeman - Jul 29, 2024
We highlight the U.S. House of Representatives' decision to preserve NEA funding, the new collective bargaining agreement between Actors' Equity Association and the Off-Broadway League, and a GoFundMe campaign to save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre. Additionally, IATSE joins the No Times Square Casino Coalition.
by Alex Freeman - Jul 29, 2024
We highlight the U.S. House of Representatives' decision to preserve NEA funding, the new collective bargaining agreement between Actors' Equity Association and the Off-Broadway League, and a GoFundMe campaign to save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre. Additionally, IATSE joins the No Times Square Casino Coalition.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Tom Viola Retires, Cutting Ball and West Bank Cafe Announce Closures
by Alex Freeman - Jul 22, 2024
Tom Viola, Executive Director of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, announced his retirement, and we look at the closure of New York's iconic West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre. Additionally, NYC's HERE Arts Center names four new co-directors, and the beloved Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction returns this September.
by Alex Freeman - Jul 22, 2024
Tom Viola, Executive Director of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, announced his retirement, and we look at the closure of New York's iconic West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre. Additionally, NYC's HERE Arts Center names four new co-directors, and the beloved Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction returns this September.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Making an Original Broadway Cast Recording & NYC's Record Investment
by Alex Freeman - Jul 15, 2024
This week's newsletter celebrates New York City's record $254 million investment in cultural institutions. Regionally, Milwaukee theaters respond artistically to the Republican National Convention, and new leadership appointments at Virginia Repertory Theatre and Shakespeare Center Los Angeles promise fresh visions.
by Alex Freeman - Jul 15, 2024
This week's newsletter celebrates New York City's record $254 million investment in cultural institutions. Regionally, Milwaukee theaters respond artistically to the Republican National Convention, and new leadership appointments at Virginia Repertory Theatre and Shakespeare Center Los Angeles promise fresh visions.
Full Cast Set For The UK Première Of Kate Attwell's TESTMATCH at Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024
Orange Tree Theatre has announced full casting for the UK première of Kate Attwell's Testmatch. Testmatch opens at the Orange Tree on 24 April and runs until 18 May, with previews from 24 April and will then tour to Octagon Theatre Bolton from 24 May until 1 June, with previews from 23 May.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024
Orange Tree Theatre has announced full casting for the UK première of Kate Attwell's Testmatch. Testmatch opens at the Orange Tree on 24 April and runs until 18 May, with previews from 24 April and will then tour to Octagon Theatre Bolton from 24 May until 1 June, with previews from 23 May.
Traverse Appoints Chris Lawson As Director Of Producing And Programming
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2023
The Traverse has appointed former Oldham Coliseum Artistic Director Chris Lawson as our new Director of Programming and Producing.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2023
The Traverse has appointed former Oldham Coliseum Artistic Director Chris Lawson as our new Director of Programming and Producing.
Oldham Coliseum Theatre Confirms Closure and Staff Redundancy
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Mar 16, 2023
Oldham Coliseum theatre have confirmed the closure of the venue and the beginning of a redundancy process that will impact all staff.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Mar 16, 2023
Oldham Coliseum theatre have confirmed the closure of the venue and the beginning of a redundancy process that will impact all staff.
Oldham Coliseum Proposes Permanent Closure
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 14, 2023
Oldham Coliseum has proposed that it will permanently close on 31 March.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 14, 2023
Oldham Coliseum has proposed that it will permanently close on 31 March.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Innovate to Survive, Tony Eligibility Decisions Raises Eyebrows
by Alex Freeman - Feb 6, 2023
In both the US and the UK government funding decisions have shifted the way that many companies are able to go about their business - in England, the massive shift in Arts Council England funding has left many major stages looking to fill huge gaps in their books.
by Alex Freeman - Feb 6, 2023
In both the US and the UK government funding decisions have shifted the way that many companies are able to go about their business - in England, the massive shift in Arts Council England funding has left many major stages looking to fill huge gaps in their books.
Oldham Coliseum Cancels all Shows Due to ACE Funding Cuts
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 1, 2023
Oldham Coliseum Theatre is cancelling all forthcoming events from Sunday 26 March 2023, including the Spring Summer programme and the 2023-24 pantomime Sleeping Beauty, citing unsustainable financial conditions.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 1, 2023
Oldham Coliseum Theatre is cancelling all forthcoming events from Sunday 26 March 2023, including the Spring Summer programme and the 2023-24 pantomime Sleeping Beauty, citing unsustainable financial conditions.
London Classic Theatre Announce Cast For UK Tour of ABIGAIL'S PARTY
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2023
London Classic Theatre has announced the full cast for their UK tour of Mike Leigh's classic comedy, Abigail's Party. Michael Cabot, the founder and artistic director of London Classic Theatre, directs Rebecca Birch (Beverly), Jo Castleton (Susan), Alice De-Warrenne (Angela), George Readshaw (Tony) and Tom Richardson (Laurence).
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2023
London Classic Theatre has announced the full cast for their UK tour of Mike Leigh's classic comedy, Abigail's Party. Michael Cabot, the founder and artistic director of London Classic Theatre, directs Rebecca Birch (Beverly), Jo Castleton (Susan), Alice De-Warrenne (Angela), George Readshaw (Tony) and Tom Richardson (Laurence).
Mike Leigh's ABIGAIL'S PARTY Will Embark on UK and Ireland Tour Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2022
London Classic Theatre has announced a new UK and Ireland tour of Mike Leigh’s classic comedy Abigail’s Party. The production opens at Theatre Royal, Winchester on 1 March 2023 before touring to a further nineteen venues.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2022
London Classic Theatre has announced a new UK and Ireland tour of Mike Leigh’s classic comedy Abigail’s Party. The production opens at Theatre Royal, Winchester on 1 March 2023 before touring to a further nineteen venues.
Oldham MP Joins Panto Cast Onstage Demanding Arts Council 'Save The Coliseum'
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2022
Equity, the cast of Oldham Coliseum's pantomime Robin Hood and local MP Debbie Abrahams have today (Wednesday) met onstage at the theatre, as they called for Arts Council England to 'Save Oldham Coliseum.'
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2022
Equity, the cast of Oldham Coliseum's pantomime Robin Hood and local MP Debbie Abrahams have today (Wednesday) met onstage at the theatre, as they called for Arts Council England to 'Save Oldham Coliseum.'
Rehearsals Begin For Oldham Coliseum's ROBIN HOOD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2022
Oldham Coliseum Theatre is starting rehearsals for their award-winning and nationally renowned annual pantomime; this year it's Robin Hood. With the perfect blend of slapstick, silliness, hit songs and panto magic, join everyone's favourite real-life hero on the arrow shooting pantomime adventure of a lifetime.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2022
Oldham Coliseum Theatre is starting rehearsals for their award-winning and nationally renowned annual pantomime; this year it's Robin Hood. With the perfect blend of slapstick, silliness, hit songs and panto magic, join everyone's favourite real-life hero on the arrow shooting pantomime adventure of a lifetime.
Photos: First Look at ROAD at Oldham Coliseum Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 17, 2022
Oldham Coliseum Theatre has released production images for their production of Road, Jim Cartwright’s (Rise and Voice of Little Voice) powerful game changing snapshot of Lancashire life during Thatcher’s England in the 80s. Check out a first look at the production photos here.
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 17, 2022
Oldham Coliseum Theatre has released production images for their production of Road, Jim Cartwright’s (Rise and Voice of Little Voice) powerful game changing snapshot of Lancashire life during Thatcher’s England in the 80s. Check out a first look at the production photos here.
Guest Blog: Actor Zoe Iqbal on Recognising the Forgotten Working Class in ROAD at the Oldham Coliseum
by Guest Blog: Zoe Iqbal - Sep 16, 2022
Everyone remembers the first time they discovered Road. I was 17, just started college. No connections to the industry at all. I’d hear the names of playwrights in lessons and didn’t have a clue who these people were. I’d go to the library and just read plays.
by Guest Blog: Zoe Iqbal - Sep 16, 2022
Everyone remembers the first time they discovered Road. I was 17, just started college. No connections to the industry at all. I’d hear the names of playwrights in lessons and didn’t have a clue who these people were. I’d go to the library and just read plays.
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