Upstairs at the Gatehouse

OH SISTER MARY Comes to The Arches Lane Theatre, Battersea in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026

Following her show last year at Charring Cross Theatre and her summer season in New York and Provincetown, join Sister for a new fun filled show of singing, comedy, silliness, showtunes, some surprises and a few games.

Cast Set For RUTH at Wilton's Music Hall
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026

Wilton's Music Hall announces casting for RUTH, a musical exploring the life of Ruth Ellis, set to open in March 2026, marking the centenary of her birth.

ENTERTAINING MURDER to Premiere at Upstairs at the Gatehouse
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026

ENTERTAINING MURDER, a new murder mystery musical by Chris Burgess, will premiere at Upstairs at the Gatehouse in London. Inspired by the 1922 Edith Thompson trial, the production explores love, guilt, and public judgment through music and storytelling.

OffWestEnd Awards (Offies) Unveil 2026 Nominations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

The OffWestEnd Awards (Offies) have revealed their 2026 nominations, highlighting the best in independent theatre. The awards showcase a range of emerging and established talent in the Off-West End scene.

Full Cast Set For YENTL at the Marylebone Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026

After a series of sold-out Australian seasons — including a five-star run at the Sydney Opera House — Yentl, Kadimah Yiddish Theatre's bold and acclaimed new adaptation of Isaac Bashevis Singer's story has announced its final casting.

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. 

Full Cast Set For THE HOLY ROSENBERGS at The Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for its upcoming revival of Ryan Craig's THE HOLY ROSENBERGS, directed by Lindsay Posner.

Riverside Studios Reveals Try January Programme
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2025

Riverside Studios has announced its Try January programme coming in the new year, offering a mix of cutting-edge theatre, creative workshops and screenings for all ages at the iconic West London arts venue. Learn more about the lineup here!

Gary Wilmot To Premiere Debut Play WHILE THEY WERE WAITING At Upstairs At The Gatehouse
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2025

Gary Wilmot will premiere his debut play WHILE THEY WERE WAITING at Upstairs at the Gatehouse in London. The two-hander stars Wilmot and Steve Furst and explores friendship and connection through a surreal comedy set in a waiting room.

Rosalind Ford, Christopher Glover and More to Star in LARK RISE TO THE CANDLEFORD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025

The Watermill Theatre and Theatre by the Lake has revealed the cast and creative team for Lark Rise to Candleford, written by Tamsin Kennard and based on the book by Flora Thompson.

COHEN, BERNSTEIN, JONI & ME Comes to Upstairs at the Gatehouse
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025

In January 2026, acclaimed New Zealand actor singer songwriter and consummate character artist, Deb Filler is set to bring her solo show COHEN, BERNSTEIN, JONI & ME to Upstairs at The Gatehouse for its first full London run.

Cast Set For BOYS IN THE BUFF at the Golden Goose Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025

Rowan Armitt-Brewster, Adam Norton, Liam Bradbury, Max Rizzo and Tish Weinman will be performing in the musical comedy BOYS IN THE BUFF. Performances run Weds 10th Dec - Sat 10th Jan at the Golden Goose Theatre.

Cast Set For New Adaptation of Dylan Thomas' A CHILD’S CHRISTMAS IN WALES
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

The Emma Rice Company has announced the full cast for the world premiere Dylan Thomas’ A Child’s Christmas in Wales, adapted and directed by Emma Rice.

Review: MOOMINVALLEY IN NOVEMBER, Upstairs At The Gatehouse
by Christiana Rose - Nov 4, 2025

Tove Jansson’s beloved final Moomin tale finds new life in Moominvalley in November, a tender and contemplative musical which opens Upstairs at the Gatehouse. Co-produced by Nummulite and Chromolume, this adaptation by Swedish-born composer Hans Jacob Hoeglund delicately explores themes of grief, belonging and quiet resilience, staying true to the author’s reflective tone and emotional depth.

OSCAR AT THE CROWN Extends Booking Until January 2026
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2025

RuPaul's Drag Race Star, Jan Sport, will be extending her run in OSCAR AT THE CROWN at The Crown on Tottenham Court Road by two weeks due to popular demand.

World Premiere of DR FREUD WILL SEE YOU NOW, MRS HITLER to Debut at Upstairs at the Gatehouse
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2025

The cast has been announced for the world premiere of Dr Freud Will See You Now, Mrs Hitler, a new dark comedy by BAFTA Award-winning writing duo Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran.

Original Plays By Local British Playwrights to be Presented at Gatehouse Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025

A play by Lucy Singer and six other local young British playwrights will be performed at Gatehouse Theatre in July. Learn more about the event and see how to attend!

Full Cast Set For POP OFF, MICHELANGELO! At Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2025

The cast has been announced for Dylan MarcAurele's Pop Off, Michelangelo! which will run on the Udderbelly stage at Underbelly, George Square following its 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe season and 8-week London run at Underbelly Boulevard Soho.

Review: SCOUTS! THE MUSICAL, Upstairs At The Gatehouse
by Kat Mokrynski - Jun 24, 2025

Growing up in the States, the Girl Scouts were a major part of my childhood. I spent the summers going on biking trips and exploring the wilderness at Camp Tweedale, a summer camp out in the middle of nowhere in Pennsylvania. As soon as I heard about Scouts! The Musical, written by Sam Cochrane (Book and Lyrics) and David Fallon (Music and Lyrics), I knew I wanted to see it and learn more about what it’s like to be a Scout across the pond.

Camden Fringe Reveals More Than 400 Shows
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2025

Now in its 20th year, Camden Fringe has announced a programme of more than 400 shows playing across 40 venues this summer. Learn more about the full lineup here!