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Southwark Playhouse History
Southwark Playhouse is all about telling stories and inspiring the next generation of storytellers and theatre makers. It aims to facilitate the work of new and emerging theatre practitioners from early in their creative lives to the start of their professional careers.
Shows at the Southwark Playhouse
DATES PRODUCTION 7/9/2026 - 8/22/2026 The Jonathan Larson Project (2026)
Click Here to Buy Tickets2/4/2026 - 3/7/2026 Miles (2026)
Click Here to Buy Tickets4/3/2024 - 4/20/2024 Cassie and the Lights () 3/29/2023 - 4/22/2023 Sugar Coat (2023) 3/1/2023 - 3/25/2023 Brilliant Jerks (2023) 2/9/2023 - 3/11/2023 Windfall (2023)
Click Here to Buy Tickets2/1/2023 - 2/25/2023 Smoke (2023) 12/7/2022 - 1/7/2023 Who's Holiday! (2022) 12/1/2022 - 12/31/2022 The Dinosaur Show (2022) 10/11/2022 - 11/5/2022 The Canterville Ghost (2022) 7/27/2022 - 8/27/2022 Tasting Notes (2022) 7/22/2022 - 8/27/2022 Yeast Nation (2022) 4/1/2022 - 5/7/2022 Anyone Can Whistle (2022) 2/24/2022 - 3/26/2022 The Woods (2022) 10/25/2019 - 11/30/2019 Frankenstein (2019) 5/25/2018 - 6/23/2018 The Rink (2018) 9/6/2017 - 9/30/2017 Doubt, A Parable (2017) 7/12/2017 - 8/5/2017 Dessert (2017) 6/2/2017 - 7/8/2017 Working (2017) 3/25/2017 - 4/29/2017 The Life (2017) 1/13/2017 - 2/18/2017 Promises, Promises (2017) 9/24/1997 - 10/11/1997 Shelf Life (1997)
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Review: BALLAD LINES, Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Cindy Marcolina - Jan 30, 2026
A journey through time and memory, Ballad Lines must be one of the most exciting new musicals to hit the stage in some time. We follow Sarah, an American queer woman, as she dives headfirst into her family’s roots. Through the centuries, the same melodies come back to link the women who came before her. It’s a story about female anger, patriarchal conflict, sacrifice, and the deep cathartic pull of feminine energy. Blending traditional folk music from Scotland, Ireland, and the Appalachian mountains with standard pop, Finn Anderson and Tania Azevedo write a visceral reminder of the power of choice.
by Cindy Marcolina - Jan 30, 2026
A journey through time and memory, Ballad Lines must be one of the most exciting new musicals to hit the stage in some time. We follow Sarah, an American queer woman, as she dives headfirst into her family’s roots. Through the centuries, the same melodies come back to link the women who came before her. It’s a story about female anger, patriarchal conflict, sacrifice, and the deep cathartic pull of feminine energy. Blending traditional folk music from Scotland, Ireland, and the Appalachian mountains with standard pop, Finn Anderson and Tania Azevedo write a visceral reminder of the power of choice.
Phil Daniels Joins Cast of David Hare's TEETH 'N' SMILES
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026
The full cast has been announced for the 50th Anniversary West End revival of David Hare's rebel play TEETH 'N' SMILES. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026
The full cast has been announced for the 50th Anniversary West End revival of David Hare's rebel play TEETH 'N' SMILES. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Glenn Adamson and Danielle Steers Will Lead TOTAL ECLIPSE at the London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026
Glenn Adamson and Danielle Steers will lead the cast in TOTAL ECLIPSE, a tribute to Jim Steinman's music, at the London Coliseum. Learn more about the performance here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026
Glenn Adamson and Danielle Steers will lead the cast in TOTAL ECLIPSE, a tribute to Jim Steinman's music, at the London Coliseum. Learn more about the performance here!
LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL Set for March Run at Milton Keynes Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2026
Producers ROYO and Curve are bringing a brand-new Made at Curve production of the West End and Broadway smash-hit musical comedy LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL on tour! The UK & Ireland tour will be visiting Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 10 – Sat 14 Mar.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2026
Producers ROYO and Curve are bringing a brand-new Made at Curve production of the West End and Broadway smash-hit musical comedy LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL on tour! The UK & Ireland tour will be visiting Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 10 – Sat 14 Mar.
Danielle Steers to Perform with Tobias Turley at Crazy Coqs
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
West End star Danielle Steers will return to Crazy Coqs for an intimate show featuring music, candid conversations, and special guest Tobias Turley. The event includes two performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
West End star Danielle Steers will return to Crazy Coqs for an intimate show featuring music, candid conversations, and special guest Tobias Turley. The event includes two performances.
Greenwich Theatre Launches New Producing Arm Greenwich Theatre Productions
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Greenwich Theatre has announced a new venture for 2026 with the launch of Greenwich Theatre Productions, a producing arm that will see the theatre's commitment to in-house production increase even further and expand outside of the south London venue.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Greenwich Theatre has announced a new venture for 2026 with the launch of Greenwich Theatre Productions, a producing arm that will see the theatre's commitment to in-house production increase even further and expand outside of the south London venue.
Review: CABLE STREET, Marylebone Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jan 27, 2026
October 1936, Oswald Mosley and the British Union of Fascists march on East London. When they reach Cable Street, a stone’s throw from Whitechapel, they find that its people have gathered in a united front against fascism. British, Irish, Jewish, and communists are blocking the road, ready to fight. Written by Tim Gilvin and Alex Kanefsky, Cable Street couldn’t be more timely. After two successful runs at Southwark Playhouse, the musical returns to remind us that there’s strength in unity. As ICE murders innocent citizens who stand up to injustice across the pond and Union Flags keep going up on our home turf, this is the comeback we need. This is a high-energy, anti-fascist history lesson.
by Cindy Marcolina - Jan 27, 2026
October 1936, Oswald Mosley and the British Union of Fascists march on East London. When they reach Cable Street, a stone’s throw from Whitechapel, they find that its people have gathered in a united front against fascism. British, Irish, Jewish, and communists are blocking the road, ready to fight. Written by Tim Gilvin and Alex Kanefsky, Cable Street couldn’t be more timely. After two successful runs at Southwark Playhouse, the musical returns to remind us that there’s strength in unity. As ICE murders innocent citizens who stand up to injustice across the pond and Union Flags keep going up on our home turf, this is the comeback we need. This is a high-energy, anti-fascist history lesson.
GRINDR MOM Starring Jessica Martin to Have European Premiere at Waterloo East Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
Grindr Mom, starring Jessica Martin, will have its European premiere at Waterloo East Theatre, directed by Gerald Armin. When a well‑meaning Mormon mother discovers her son is gay, she does what any loving parent might do… she joins Grindr.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
Grindr Mom, starring Jessica Martin, will have its European premiere at Waterloo East Theatre, directed by Gerald Armin. When a well‑meaning Mormon mother discovers her son is gay, she does what any loving parent might do… she joins Grindr.
CABLE STREET Set for International Debut at 59E59 Theaters in April 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026
CABLE STREET, a celebrated British musical, will make its international debut at 59E59 Theaters in New York this April, featuring its original London cast and creative team. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026
CABLE STREET, a celebrated British musical, will make its international debut at 59E59 Theaters in New York this April, featuring its original London cast and creative team. Learn more here!
Review: BEAUTIFUL LITTLE FOOL, Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 25, 2026
There is something that remains so alluring about the chaotic and ultimately tragic lives of F Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald. The booze, the breakdowns, not to mention the immense talent. Michael Greif's new musical, Beautiful Little Fool, tells their tempestuous story from the perspective of their adult daughter, Scottie. An intriguing concept, but the show fails to get beyond something shallow and unsatisfying.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 25, 2026
There is something that remains so alluring about the chaotic and ultimately tragic lives of F Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald. The booze, the breakdowns, not to mention the immense talent. Michael Greif's new musical, Beautiful Little Fool, tells their tempestuous story from the perspective of their adult daughter, Scottie. An intriguing concept, but the show fails to get beyond something shallow and unsatisfying.
Review Roundup: BEAUTIFUL LITTLE FOOL at Southwark Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
The new musical Beautiful Little Fool is officially open at Southwark Playhouse Borough. The cast features David Hunter as ‘F. Scott’, alongside Lauren Ward and more. See what the critics are saying here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
The new musical Beautiful Little Fool is officially open at Southwark Playhouse Borough. The cast features David Hunter as ‘F. Scott’, alongside Lauren Ward and more. See what the critics are saying here.
Les Dennis, Sandra Marvin, Evelyn Hoskins Join WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Les Dennis, Sandra Marvin, and Evelyn Hoskins are set to join the cast of the UK and Ireland tour of WAITRESS, enhancing the beloved musical with their acclaimed talents.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Les Dennis, Sandra Marvin, and Evelyn Hoskins are set to join the cast of the UK and Ireland tour of WAITRESS, enhancing the beloved musical with their acclaimed talents.
Mercury Theatre Colchester Reveals Full Cast for THE MANNINGTREE WITCHES
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Mercury Theatre Colchester has announced the full casting for the world premiere production of award-winning Mercury Playwright Ava Pickett's new play The Manningtree Witches.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Mercury Theatre Colchester has announced the full casting for the world premiere production of award-winning Mercury Playwright Ava Pickett's new play The Manningtree Witches.
Photos: The Royal Shakespeare Company's THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company has released rehearsal photos for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company has released rehearsal photos for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba. Check out the photos here!
HOW TO MAKE A MESS Comes to Upstairs at the Gatehouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026
Audiences are set to be whisked away by a theatrical recipe like no other with How To Make a Mess: A Totally Unauthorised Love Letter to Nigella Lawson, the new musical making its full-length debut this summer at Upstairs at the Gatehouse.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026
Audiences are set to be whisked away by a theatrical recipe like no other with How To Make a Mess: A Totally Unauthorised Love Letter to Nigella Lawson, the new musical making its full-length debut this summer at Upstairs at the Gatehouse.
Photos: BEAUTIFUL LITTLE FOOL, Now Playing at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
All new production photos have been released from Beautiful Little Fool, the brand new musical which opened at Southwark Playhouse Borough last week. Learn more and check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
All new production photos have been released from Beautiful Little Fool, the brand new musical which opened at Southwark Playhouse Borough last week. Learn more and check out the photos here!
FLYBY - A New Musical Will Premiere at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Southwark Playhouse Borough will present the premiere of the new musical FLYBY in January 2026, featuring a compelling narrative and dynamic performances.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Southwark Playhouse Borough will present the premiere of the new musical FLYBY in January 2026, featuring a compelling narrative and dynamic performances.
IT WALKS AROUND AT NIGHT Comes to Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The terror continues as the chilling ghost story It Walks Around The House At Night from award-winning theatre company ThickSkin creeps into Southwark Playhouse Borough in March for its London premiere.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The terror continues as the chilling ghost story It Walks Around The House At Night from award-winning theatre company ThickSkin creeps into Southwark Playhouse Borough in March for its London premiere.
Southwark Playhouse Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Southwark Playhouse?
Southwark Playhouse's current show is Cassie and the Lights which began performances on 4/3/2024.
What were the longest running shows at Southwark Playhouse?
Frankenstein which ran from 10/15/2019 to 11/30/2019, The Jonathan Larson Project which ran from 7/13/2026 to 8/22/2026, Anyone Can Whistle which ran from 4/5/2022 to 5/7/2022, Yeast Nation which ran from 7/26/2022 to 8/27/2022 and
What show is next for Southwark Playhouse?
Southwark Playhouse's next show is The Jonathan Larson Project which begins performances on 7/9/2026.
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