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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)
News
Owen Warner Will Make His Stage Debut in WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Details have been announced for the fifteenth cast for Agatha Christie's Witness for the Prosecution at London County Hall. The new cast will begin performances from 17 March this year.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Details have been announced for the fifteenth cast for Agatha Christie's Witness for the Prosecution at London County Hall. The new cast will begin performances from 17 March this year.
DARK OF THE MOON Will Make World Premiere at Charing Cross Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
The world premiere of new musical Dark of the Moon, based on the classic 1941 play by Howard D Richardson and William Berney, will run at Charing Cross Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
The world premiere of new musical Dark of the Moon, based on the classic 1941 play by Howard D Richardson and William Berney, will run at Charing Cross Theatre.
Full Cast Set For REDCLIFFE at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
Southwark Playhouse will present REDCLIFFE starting May 22, featuring a full cast lineup. The production promises a compelling theatrical experience in London. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
Southwark Playhouse will present REDCLIFFE starting May 22, featuring a full cast lineup. The production promises a compelling theatrical experience in London. Learn more here!
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!
BALLAD LINES Enters Final Weeks at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026
The major new folk musical Ballad Lines, produced by Aria Entertainment & KT Producing enters its final three weeks of its run at Southwark Playhouse Elephant running until 21 March 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026
The major new folk musical Ballad Lines, produced by Aria Entertainment & KT Producing enters its final three weeks of its run at Southwark Playhouse Elephant running until 21 March 2026.
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.
Georgie Butler and Edward Flynn Haddon Join THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026
Georgie Butler and Edward Flynn Haddon have joined THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT at Southwark Playhouse Borough following an open casting search of more than 600 performers. The London premiere runs July 9 to August 22, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026
Georgie Butler and Edward Flynn Haddon have joined THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT at Southwark Playhouse Borough following an open casting search of more than 600 performers. The London premiere runs July 9 to August 22, 2026.
WHY I STUCK A FLARE UP MY AR*E FOR ENGLAND Comes to the West End For One Night Only
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Exploring the beautiful game's ugly side, the award-winning hit show Why I Stuck a Flare Up my Ar*e for England will play its last UK show at the Garrick Theatre on Sunday 21st June.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Exploring the beautiful game's ugly side, the award-winning hit show Why I Stuck a Flare Up my Ar*e for England will play its last UK show at the Garrick Theatre on Sunday 21st June.
Aimie Atkinson, Grace Mouat, and Jo Foster Will Lead SMALLTOWN BOY Industry Presentation In London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
A workshop presentation will be held for Smalltown Boy, with a book by Jeffrey Fischer-Smith, and orchestrated and music directed by Mark Crossland. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
A workshop presentation will be held for Smalltown Boy, with a book by Jeffrey Fischer-Smith, and orchestrated and music directed by Mark Crossland. Learn more here!
Harry Clayton-Wright's MR BLACKPOOL Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
Harry Clayton-Wright's Mr Blackpool will return in 2026 for its biggest performances yet, heading to Salford, Brighton and Blackpool on a UK tour. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
Harry Clayton-Wright's Mr Blackpool will return in 2026 for its biggest performances yet, heading to Salford, Brighton and Blackpool on a UK tour. Learn more here!
Video: Grace Mouat Performs 'Love Heals' Ahead of THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT European Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026
Grace Mouat performed 'Love Heals' from The Jonathan Larson Project in a new video posted by Southwark Playhouse. Check out the video and learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026
Grace Mouat performed 'Love Heals' from The Jonathan Larson Project in a new video posted by Southwark Playhouse. Check out the video and learn more about the show here!
INVISIBLE ME to Feature Stars from BBC's Miranda and EastEnders at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026
INVISIBLE ME, a new comedy-drama by Bren Gosling, will star Tessa Peake-Jones, James Holmes, and Kevin N Golding. The show runs from April 8 to May 2, 2026, at Southwark Playhouse Borough.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026
INVISIBLE ME, a new comedy-drama by Bren Gosling, will star Tessa Peake-Jones, James Holmes, and Kevin N Golding. The show runs from April 8 to May 2, 2026, at Southwark Playhouse Borough.
Video: Inside Rehearsals with the New SIX Queens of the West End
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 17, 2026
The new Queens will take up their crowns in the West End production of Six from Tuesday 24 February, as the production continues its run at the Vaudeville Theatre, now booking until January 2027. Go inside rehearsals in this video.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 17, 2026
The new Queens will take up their crowns in the West End production of Six from Tuesday 24 February, as the production continues its run at the Vaudeville Theatre, now booking until January 2027. Go inside rehearsals in this video.
Photos: SIX New West End Queens in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
The new Queens will take up their crowns in the West End production of Six from Tuesday 24 February, as the production continues its run at the Vaudeville Theatre, now booking until January 2027. Check out photos of the new cast in rehearsal here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
The new Queens will take up their crowns in the West End production of Six from Tuesday 24 February, as the production continues its run at the Vaudeville Theatre, now booking until January 2027. Check out photos of the new cast in rehearsal here!
Photos: THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND at The Royal Shakespeare Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company has released production images for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company has released production images for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba.
John McCrea and Perry Williams Will Lead World Premiere of SLIPPERY at Omnibus Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The full cast and creative team has been announced for the world premiere of Louis Emmitt-Stern's Soho Theatre's Tony Craze Award Winning play, Slippery. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The full cast and creative team has been announced for the world premiere of Louis Emmitt-Stern's Soho Theatre's Tony Craze Award Winning play, Slippery. Learn more here!
Photos: UNFORTUNATE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF URSULA THE SEA WITCH Opens at The Other Palace
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
UNFORTUNATE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF URSULA THE SEA WITCH has opened at The Other Palace. Check out photos from opening night. The production transfers following its Christmas engagement at The Lowry.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
UNFORTUNATE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF URSULA THE SEA WITCH has opened at The Other Palace. Check out photos from opening night. The production transfers following its Christmas engagement at The Lowry.
INTO THE WOODS, EVITA, and More Nominated For 2026 Critics' Circle Theatre Awards; Full List
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026
The Critics' Circle has announced the nominations for the 2026 Theatre Awards, highlighting outstanding theatrical achievements.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026
The Critics' Circle has announced the nominations for the 2026 Theatre Awards, highlighting outstanding theatrical achievements.
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Unveils UK Cast To Kickstart Landmark World Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
OPERATION MINCEMEAT has announced casting for the UK leg of its world tour. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical will launch at The Lowry before touring nationwide.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
OPERATION MINCEMEAT has announced casting for the UK leg of its world tour. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical will launch at The Lowry before touring nationwide.
Full Cast Set For THE MANNINGTREE WITCHES at Mercury Theatre Colchester
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 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 - Feb 11, 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.
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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