The Yard Theatre

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 11, 2026- & JULIET To Conclude Broadway Run and More
by - Sep 11, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 11, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Review: FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE / WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF, The Yard Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Sep 10, 2026

Ntozake Shange’s 1976 choreopoem debuts in London on the 50th anniversary of its premiere. Directed by Diane Page, with original music by Jammz, the piece is a jubilant celebration of love and loss, grief and empowerment. The power of sisterhood manifests in a series of poetic monologues where seven women who have experienced abuse tell their stories. It’s time to listen. Set to Ingrid Mackinnon’s movement direction. The production is an exciting addition to the programme for the newly reopened Yard Theatre, but it’s a tad too long for what it is to be fully digestible.

Full Cast Set For OH, MARY! With Lolly Adefope at Trafalgar Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026

Lucy Frederick, J.R. Ballantyne, Vinnie Heaven and Syrus Lowe will join Lolly Adefope in OH, MARY! at the Trafalgar Theatre, with the comedy currently booking through early January.

Photos: FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE / WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF At The Yard Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2026

Production images have been released for The Yard Theatre's revival of Ntozake Shange’s for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf. The 50th anniversary production features original music by Jammz.

FOR COLORED GIRLS Extends at the Yard Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026

The Yard Theatre has extended its revival of Ntozake Shange's choreopoem FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE / WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF by two weeks, directed by Diane Page.

Photos: Lauryn Ajufo and More in Rehearsal For CHEWING GUM DREAMS at Theatre503
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released, featuring Lauryn Ajufo for Michaela Coel's Chewing Gum Dreams. Learn more and check out the rehearsal photos here!

Stage One Names 10 Producers for BRIDGE THE GAP 2026/27
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2026

Stage One announced the 10 emerging producers selected for its Bridge the Gap programme, a UK initiative supporting underrepresented voices in commercial theatre producing.

Cast Set For FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE... at The Yard
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2026

The Yard Theatre has announced the full cast for a revival of Ntozake Shange's choreopoem FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE / WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF, directed by Diane Page.

Cast Set For AS YOU LIKE IT at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026

Shakespeare's Globe announced the cast for AS YOU LIKE IT, co-directed by Sean Holmes and Charlie Josephine, who also stars as Orlando. Lola Shalam leads as Rosalind in the Globe Theatre production.

Lauryn Ajufo Will Lead CHEWING GUM DREAMS at Theatre503
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2026

BIFA-nominated actor Lauryn Ajufo will play Tracey Gordon in Theatre503 and tiata fahodzi's revival of Michaela Coel's debut play, stepping into the role Coel originally performed herself.

From Stage to Westeros: Theatre Veterans in HOUSE OF THE DRAGON
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 5, 2026

Whether you are Team Black or Team Green, there is probably a stage veteran on your side. Like other HBO shows such as The Gilded Age and Julia, the Game of Thrones spin-off, House of the Dragon, is full of Broadway, West End, and stage alums. 

Sophie Okonedo Will Lead A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY at the Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026

Sophie Okonedo will lead the cast of A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY at the Donmar Warehouse, directed by Lyndsey Turner. The production is Brian Friel's reworking of Turgenev's classic play.

BARMY MITZVAH Circus Show to Headline JW3's 13th Anniversary B'Mitzvah Party
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2026

JW3, the UK's leading Jewish cultural venue, will mark its 13th anniversary with a B'Mitzvah Party featuring the premiere of Barmy Mitzvah, a new circus show, plus dance workshops and its summer beach launch.

Ian McKellen in LEAR at the Yard Sets Ticket On Sale Dates
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2026

The Yard Theatre has announced on-sale dates for Lear, with Ian McKellen in the title role. Shakespeare's King Lear, reimagined by playwright Simon Stephens and The Yard's Artistic Director Jay Miller.

Ian McKellen Will Return to the Stage in LEAR at The Yard Theatre's New London Venue
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

The Yard Theatre in Hackney Wick announced its first season in a new RIBA award-winning building, featuring six productions including Ian McKellen in LEAR and a 50th-anniversary revival of FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE / WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF.

Olivier Awards 2026- Complete List of Winners
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 12, 2026

London theatre's biggest night returned for its 2026 ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall, where Nick Mohammed hosted the Olivier Awards. Check out a full list of winners here.

Cast Set For A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026

Shakespeare's Globe will present A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM from April 23 to August 29, 2026, directed by Emily Lim with a diverse cast including Audrey Brisson and Enyi Okoronkwo.

IN BED WITH MY BROTHER Will Tour the UK With PHILOSOPHY OF THE WORLD in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026

IN BED WITH MY BROTHER are back with their multi-award-winning, sell-out, smash-hit PHILOSOPHY OF THE WORLD,  running at the brand new Yard Theatre with a two-week run in July.

Nick Hern Books Launches 'Playground' to Support UK Playwrights
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2026

Nick Hern Books has launched 'Playground', a new initiative aimed at providing financial and practical support to UK playwrights. This program includes the NHB New Play Commissions, which will fund new works by established playwrights.

EVITA, PADDINGTON, INTO THE WOODS, and More Nominated For 2026 Olivier Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The nominations are in for the 2026 Olivier Awards. The nominees included Paddington the Musical, Into The Woods, Oh, Mary!, Into The Woods, Evita, and more. Check out the full list here!