Stef Smith’s stage adaptation of The Haunting of Hill House is notably an adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s original novel rather than the Netflix series. Having experienced neither, I came to this production with a fresh perspective, ready to be surprised.…
Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night arrives at the Sheffield Crucible in a production directed by Jamie Glover that offers plenty to enjoy. Physical comedy, inventive lighting and live music give this interpretation considerable theatrical character, even if not every creative choice reaches its full po…
A battle for the soul of the Labour Party, rival political factions battling for power amid arguments about Europe, all set against an deep economic crisis. No, not our current politics in 2026, but 1970's Britain where the Labour Party's Roy Jenkins, Denis Healey and Tony Crosland clash as they deb…
If you want to bring a little Spanish warmth into your autumn, you could do much worse than head down to Sussex, where Glyndebourne's Autumn Season is now in full swing. In 1775, Beaumarchais created the character of Figaro in his play Le Barbier de Séville and over 250 years later, we are still…
Glyndebourne first opened its manicured doors with a production of Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro, and ninety two years later, the opera begins its fourth Autumn Season. A revival of last summer's breezy production, originally directed by Mariame Clément, it leans into the deceptively simple com…
Intimate venue gets high production values to deliver a marvellous show…
Shirley Jackson’s 1959 gothic novel skyrocketed back to recognition in 2018 when it inspired Mike Flanagan’s Netflix sensation of the same name. It’s time for theatre to get its share now, with Stef Smith (of Nora: A Doll’s House fame) adapting Jackson’s original material into a ghostly ex…
Jenny Seagrove reprises her role as a woman claiming to be the Grand Duchess Anastasia, daughter of Tsar Nicholas II, in a touring production.…
It's not often that Richmond Theatre plays host to a world premiere: Blacbrik's Nahum McLean and Darius Drooh's first long-form dance production The Brown Suite makes a stylish splash before embarking on a nationwide tour.…
If you're in the mood for a cosy crime play in a cosy theatre this autumn, Murder Before Evensong will more than suffice. With plenty fans of the book will appreciate and enough newcomers will enjoy, you'll be in for a night of humour and intrigue.…
Under the vast Norfolk skies, a secret is burning. Young Leo Colston is staying at his friend’s grand country house when he becomes caught up in a dangerous web of desire and deception, delivering secret letters between two forbidden lovers. As the summer months pass by, Leo...
Lisa Maxwell stars as the Evil Aunt in a new adaptation of Aladdin, opening at Norwich Theatre Royal on December 7, 2024, and running until January 5, 2025. Joining her are Tarik Frimpong as Aladdin, Meesha Turner as Jazz, and Joe Tracini as Reg, Aladdin’s brother. This...
The Scummy Mummies, Ellie Gibson and Helen Thorn, have announced a 2019 UK tour, running from 20th September at Didcot Cornerstone to the 1st December at Leicesters Y Theatre. The tour comes hot on the heels of their Edinburgh Festival debut during August at the Assembly...
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The Sleep Show Jacksons Lane (11/20-11/22) |
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Beauty & The Beast Royal & Derngate (12/04-12/28) |
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John Wilson and Sinfonia of London: A Christmas Songbook The Royal Albert Hall (12/15-12/15) |
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Two Halves of Guinness Reading Rep Theatre (10/29-10/31) |
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Live Odyssey Camden Market (5/22-12/20) |
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Alex McAleer - Mind Reader The Brewhouse Arts Centre (11/11-11/11) |
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Compagnie La Tempête: Obsession Barbican (3/03-3/03) |
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Christmas with the Royal Choral Society The Royal Albert Hall (12/07-12/07) |
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The Drifters Victoria Theatre Halifax (11/22-11/22) |
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La La Land in Concert (12A) The Royal Albert Hall (12/31-12/31) |
