Open Air Theatre

Cast Set for World Premiere of THREE MEN IN A BOAT at Rose Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026

Rose Theatre in Kingston upon Thames has revealed the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Three Men in a Boat, a new comedy by Al Smith with songs by Grant Olding.

Full Cast Set For TRISTAN & YSEULT UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026

The Emma Rice Company has announced full casting for Rice's adaptation of Tristan & Yseult, which will embark on a UK tour, with previews at Theatre Royal Bath. Learn more here.

ALFA MIST to Perform at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre's Live Music Week
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2026

Alfa Mist will join the Live Music Week lineup at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, adding to a concert series featuring Echo & the Bunnymen, Doves and Cafe del Mar Classical.

Photo: CATS Begins Performances at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2026

An all new photo has been released of the cast of CATS, now playing at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. Learn more about the production and check out the photo here!

Review: NI BETALAR INTE! VI BETALAR INTE! at Adelsö Friluftsteater
by Annette Stolt - Jul 26, 2026

A moden and fun adoption of the Nobelprize winner Dario Fo's play from the 70ths.

Bernadette Bangura Will Join WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour as 'Becky'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026

Bernadette Bangura will join the UK and Ireland tour of WAITRESS as Becky, replacing Sandra Marvin. Bangura's credits include Moulin Rouge!, Once On This Island, and My Fair Lady.

Full Cast Set For TWENTY THOUSAND STREETS UNDER THE SKY World Premiere at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026

Full casting announced for the world premiere of Simon Reade's stage adaptation of Patrick Hamilton's TWENTY THOUSAND STREETS UNDER THE SKY, directed by Matthew Iliffe at Southwark Playhouse Borough.

BEAM2027 to Host Nationwide Pitching Days Across 14 UK Cities for New Musicals
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026

Mercury Musical Developments and Musical Theatre Network announced 22 pitching days across 14 UK cities to find musicals for BEAM2027, held at Royal & Derngate, Northampton. Over 300 new works are expected to be pitched.

BEAM2027 Launches Nationwide Search for New British Musicals
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026

Applications are now open for BEAM2027, with writers invited to pitch new musicals at events across the UK for a chance to be featured in the country's leading showcase of new musical theatre.

Full Cast Set For THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE World Premiere UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026

The world premiere stage adaptation of Shirley Jackson's THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE, adapted by Stef Smith and directed by Martin Constantine, has announced its full cast for a UK tour.

TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) Writers' New Musical, MONA LOSER, Finds Cast for Southwark Playhouse Workshop
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2026

The cast has been announced for the latest workshop performances of Mona Loser, a new musical by Kit Buchan and Jim Barne, running at Southwark Playhouse from September 2–5.

Interview: 'Everybody's As Important As The Rest': Actor Rachael Wooding on Returning to CATS
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 22, 2026

Later this month, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre will be playing host to the Jellicle Ball, as the hotly anticipated revival of CATS comes to the stage. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Rachael Wooding, who is returning to the show that was her first job out of drama school, this time playing the iconic role of Grizabella. We discussed what it’s been like returning to CATS, how it feels to be in a reworked production of the beloved work and what she hopes audiences take away from the show.

ASÍ ES LA VIDA TOUR: Codiciado to Launch 2026 U.S. Tour
by Joshua Wright - Jul 21, 2026

Codiciado announced the Así Es La Vida Tour, a upcoming U.S. concert tour bringing the regional Mexican artist to cities across the country.

Andrew Logan's ALTERNATIVE MISS WORLD 2026: GAIA Will Come to Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2026

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced that Andrew Logan's Alternative Miss World 2026: Gaia will have its open air debut later this year. Learn more here.

John Waters Joins Australian Cast of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF; Perth Dates Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2026

Australian stage and screen veteran John Waters has joined the Australian cast of Fiddler on the Roof as Lazar Wolf. Producers also announced the production will play Perth's His Majesty's Theatre beginning in January 2027, completing a national tour that includes Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne.

Summer Strallen Will Join BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL in London as 'Delia Deetz'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2026

Four-time Olivier Award-nominee Summer Strallen, will take on the role of Delia Deetz in the London production of Beetlejuice The Musical for a strictly limited season. Learn more here!

THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE THE MUSICAL to Return to London at Lyric Hammersmith
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2026

THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE THE MUSICAL, produced by The Roald Dahl Story Company, will return to London for a 4-week run at Lyric Hammersmith following a 15-venue UK tour.

Pixie Lott to star as Marilyn Monroe in WHO KILLED MARILYN? at London's Emerald Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2026

 Pixie Lott will star as Marilyn Monroe in Who Killed Marilyn? when it makes it world premiere at The Emerald Theatre this summer. Joining Pixie Lott as Marilyn are principal cast members Julie Armstrong, Benjamin Dilloway and more.

FROM THE HEART to Return to West End's Garrick Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2026

Following a sell-out run last year, multi-award-winning lyricist Don Black will return to the West  End with the most ambitious incarnation of From The Heart yet - a celebration of new songs and  much-loved favourites.

Photos: CATS in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2026

All new photos have been released from rehearsal for CATS at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. Learn more about the production and check out the photos here!