24-26 High St., Kingston KT1 1HL, UK
Kingston,
BUILT: 01/16/2008
SEATING CAPACITY: 899
Rose Theatre History
Founded by Sir Peter Hall, and modelled on the original Elizabethan Rose Theatre on London’s Bankside, Rose Theatre is the largest producing theatre in South West London.
Shows at the Rose Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 5/23/2023 - 5/27/2023 Wuthering Heights - Rose Theatre (2023) 4/26/2023 - 5/13/2023 Richard III - Rose Theatre (2023) 12/2/2022 - 1/2/2023 A Christmas Carol - Rose Theatre (2022) 11/1/2022 - 11/12/2022 The Importance of Being Earnest (2022) 8/17/2021 - 8/21/2021 Educating Rita (2021) 9/6/2017 - 9/16/2017 The Night Pirates (2017) 6/23/2017 - 6/25/2017 The Scarecrow's Wedding (unknown) 4/19/2017 - 4/30/2017 Junkyard (2017) 4/5/2017 - 4/16/2017 The Twits (2017) 3/11/2017 - 4/2/2017 My Brilliant Friend (2017) 2/3/2017 - 2/11/2017 Silver Lining (2017)
News
Full Cast Set For HERE COMES J EDGAR! at King's Head Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2026
Marc Elliott of EastEnders joins Mad Men's Bryan Batt in the world premiere of HERE COMES J EDGAR!, a comedy musical by Harry Shearer and Tom Leopold, at King's Head Theatre in London.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2026
Marc Elliott of EastEnders joins Mad Men's Bryan Batt in the world premiere of HERE COMES J EDGAR!, a comedy musical by Harry Shearer and Tom Leopold, at King's Head Theatre in London.
Milica Govich Retires After 22 Years at Oakland University Theatre Program
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2026
Actress and special lecturer Milica Govich is retiring from Oakland University's School of Music, Theatre and Dance after 22 years, leaving a legacy in Acting for the Camera education and student mentorship.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2026
Actress and special lecturer Milica Govich is retiring from Oakland University's School of Music, Theatre and Dance after 22 years, leaving a legacy in Acting for the Camera education and student mentorship.
Review: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS at Broadway Rose
by Krista Garver - May 29, 2026
With music by Mary Rodgers and lyrics by Marshall Barer, ONCE UPON A MATTRESS is a comedic musical romp based on the fairy tale 'The Princess and the Pea.' The kingdom is in crisis: Queen Aggravain has decreed that no one may marry until her son, the sweet but hapless Prince Dauntless, weds first. And she has been sabotaging every princess who comes to court.
by Krista Garver - May 29, 2026
With music by Mary Rodgers and lyrics by Marshall Barer, ONCE UPON A MATTRESS is a comedic musical romp based on the fairy tale 'The Princess and the Pea.' The kingdom is in crisis: Queen Aggravain has decreed that no one may marry until her son, the sweet but hapless Prince Dauntless, weds first. And she has been sabotaging every princess who comes to court.
Dame Siân Phillips and More Join Welsh National Theatre’s 2027/8 programme
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Following April’s announcement of Welsh National Theatre’s co-production with Second Half Productions of Amadeus, WNT has launched its full 2027/28 programme, with revivals of classics, collaborations, and more.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Following April’s announcement of Welsh National Theatre’s co-production with Second Half Productions of Amadeus, WNT has launched its full 2027/28 programme, with revivals of classics, collaborations, and more.
Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe announced the full cast for LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Indiana Lown-Collins in her Globe directorial debut, featuring flamenco dancers and a singer alongside a 14-member cast.
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe announced the full cast for LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Indiana Lown-Collins in her Globe directorial debut, featuring flamenco dancers and a singer alongside a 14-member cast.
Full Cast Set For FIREBIRD at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Double Telling announced full casting for the first revival of Phil Davies' FIREBIRD, with Mollie Milne, Taqi Nazeer, and Kelise Gordon-Harrison set to perform at Southwark Playhouse Borough under director Marlie Haco.
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Double Telling announced full casting for the first revival of Phil Davies' FIREBIRD, with Mollie Milne, Taqi Nazeer, and Kelise Gordon-Harrison set to perform at Southwark Playhouse Borough under director Marlie Haco.
EMMA'S WEDDING(S) Will Make World Premiere at Purple Rose Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Purple Rose Theatre Company will present the world premiere of EMMA'S WEDDING(S), a new comedy by Carey Crim about a woman getting married for the fourth time. The production closes the company's 35th anniversary season in Chelsea, Mich.
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Purple Rose Theatre Company will present the world premiere of EMMA'S WEDDING(S), a new comedy by Carey Crim about a woman getting married for the fourth time. The production closes the company's 35th anniversary season in Chelsea, Mich.
Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST 10th Anniversary Tour From Shakespeare in the Squares
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Shakespeare in the Squares announced the full cast for its tenth anniversary production of LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Toby Gordon, touring London squares for one night each across multiple venues.
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Shakespeare in the Squares announced the full cast for its tenth anniversary production of LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Toby Gordon, touring London squares for one night each across multiple venues.
Casey Likes, Michael Park, Anastacia McCleskey, and More Will Lead NEWSIES at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
The Muny announced the principal cast for Disney's NEWSIES, starring Casey Likes, Michael Park, and Anastacia McCleskey, among others, in the production's first Forest Park return since 2017.
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
The Muny announced the principal cast for Disney's NEWSIES, starring Casey Likes, Michael Park, and Anastacia McCleskey, among others, in the production's first Forest Park return since 2017.
CLUB SHUSH! SPEAK EASY. LAUGH HARD. To Play The Yellow Rose Theatre
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 10, 2026
The Yellow Rose Theatre will present CLUB SHUSH! SPEAK EASY. LAUGH HARD. at The Bramble Arts Loft in Chicago, an interactive, decade-hopping comedy where audiences shape the outcome of a century of secrets inside one back room.
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 10, 2026
The Yellow Rose Theatre will present CLUB SHUSH! SPEAK EASY. LAUGH HARD. at The Bramble Arts Loft in Chicago, an interactive, decade-hopping comedy where audiences shape the outcome of a century of secrets inside one back room.
The Drama League Reveals 2026 Directors Project Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026
The Drama League has revealed the twenty-five stage directors receiving the 2026 fellowships, assistantships, residencies, and exchange opportunities collectively known as The Directors Project.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026
The Drama League has revealed the twenty-five stage directors receiving the 2026 fellowships, assistantships, residencies, and exchange opportunities collectively known as The Directors Project.
FRANKENSTEIN Will Come to the Rose Theatre in Spring 2027
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Rose Theatre announced FRANKENSTEIN, a new adaptation written and directed by Jeff James after Mary Shelley's classic novel, in a co-production with Leeds Playhouse as part of Tom Wright's inaugural season as Artistic Director.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Rose Theatre announced FRANKENSTEIN, a new adaptation written and directed by Jeff James after Mary Shelley's classic novel, in a co-production with Leeds Playhouse as part of Tom Wright's inaugural season as Artistic Director.
PICASSO: LE MONSTRE SACRÉ Will Make New York Premiere From London's Playground Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
London's Playground Theatre will present the New York premiere of PICASSO: LE MONSTRE SACRÉ at La MaMa, starring Peter Tate and directed by Olivier Award winner Guy Masterson.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
London's Playground Theatre will present the New York premiere of PICASSO: LE MONSTRE SACRÉ at La MaMa, starring Peter Tate and directed by Olivier Award winner Guy Masterson.
JANE EYRE New Stage Adaptation Will Come to Storyhouse This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Storyhouse in Chester will stage a co-production of JANE EYRE, directed by 2025 RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award winner Lily Dyble, in association with Mercury Theatre, Rose Theatre Kingston, and Northern Stage.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Storyhouse in Chester will stage a co-production of JANE EYRE, directed by 2025 RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award winner Lily Dyble, in association with Mercury Theatre, Rose Theatre Kingston, and Northern Stage.
FENCES, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, and More Set For Leeds Playhouse 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Leeds Playhouse has announced Tom Wright's inaugural season of shows as Artistic Director, with new productions running from autumn 2026 to summer 2027 in the Quarry theatre and Courtyard theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Leeds Playhouse has announced Tom Wright's inaugural season of shows as Artistic Director, with new productions running from autumn 2026 to summer 2027 in the Quarry theatre and Courtyard theatre.
Photos: Daniel Brocklebank and Faye Brookes in DOUBLE DOUBLE at the Barn Theatre in Cirencester
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
All new photos have been released from the Built By Barn Revival of Rick Elice and Roger Rees’ Double Double at the Barn Theatre in Cirencester. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
All new photos have been released from the Built By Barn Revival of Rick Elice and Roger Rees’ Double Double at the Barn Theatre in Cirencester. Learn more about the show here!
Cast Set for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Pippa Nixon and Ken Nwosu will lead Shakespeare's Globe's production of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING as Beatrice and Benedick, directed by Chelsea Walker. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Pippa Nixon and Ken Nwosu will lead Shakespeare's Globe's production of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING as Beatrice and Benedick, directed by Chelsea Walker. Learn more here!
WEST SIDE STORY Set for NYMT's 50th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
National Youth Music Theatre announced its 50th anniversary summer season in Birmingham, including a large-scale production of WEST SIDE STORY at Birmingham Hippodrome, new musicals, and workshops following a record year of over 1,300 auditions.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
National Youth Music Theatre announced its 50th anniversary summer season in Birmingham, including a large-scale production of WEST SIDE STORY at Birmingham Hippodrome, new musicals, and workshops following a record year of over 1,300 auditions.
Interview: Ruth Crawford of MURDER ON THE LINKS at The Purple Rose Theatre
by Emily Schenk - Apr 23, 2026
The Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea, MI, presents Murder on the Links. The classic Agatha Christie novel turned stage play is brought to life in a new, exciting take on a classic Whodunit. I had the great pleasure of interviewing Ruth Crawford, one of the ensemble members of Murder on the Links at The Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea, MI.
by Emily Schenk - Apr 23, 2026
The Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea, MI, presents Murder on the Links. The classic Agatha Christie novel turned stage play is brought to life in a new, exciting take on a classic Whodunit. I had the great pleasure of interviewing Ruth Crawford, one of the ensemble members of Murder on the Links at The Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea, MI.
Michael Rosen Celebrates 80th Birthday With NICE! National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2026
Michael Rosen will launch his Nice! national tour in the UK. The show will feature poetry, stories, and new material from his latest collection. The tour will begin at Rose Theatre Kingston and continue across multiple cities.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2026
Michael Rosen will launch his Nice! national tour in the UK. The show will feature poetry, stories, and new material from his latest collection. The tour will begin at Rose Theatre Kingston and continue across multiple cities.
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