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Play BroadwayWorld's Sunday Crossword: November 1, 2026
Play this week's free BroadwayWorld Crossword, 17 answers drawn from an anniversary reunion, fresh casting news and the week's theatre headlines.
Review: TOSCA, London Coliseum
Bloodless, metaphorically and literally, production is lost in too many contradictions
Review: MATILDA IN CONCERT, Starring Danny DeVito
The Royal Albert Hall has built a world-class reputation for its Films in Concert series and sometimes delights audiences with guest appearances.
Simon Brodkin to Bring UNLEASHED 72-Date Tour to UK and International Stages
Stand-up comedian Simon Brodkin, known for character work and the BBC series LEE NELSON'S WELL GOOD SHOW, launches his biggest solo stand-up tour yet with 72 international dates featuring crowdwork and commentary on modern Britain.
Dame Judi Dench Has 'Great Hope' For the Future of Theatre After Retirement
Judi Dench has 'great hope' for the future of theatre after retiring from acting.
Video: INCIDENT AT VICHY Trailer at Arcola Theatre
A new trailer previews Arthur Miller's INCIDENT AT VICHY, a rarely staged drama set in occupied France, ahead of its run at Arcola Theatre.
Review: CEILIDH, Shoreditch Town Hall
The original meaning of the word ‘cèilidh’ is ‘companion’, and the event itself has developed into one of the most recognisable kinds of Scottish gatherings with its traditional music and dance.
Photos: Judi Dench, Lesley Manville and More Unveil National Theatre Installation
A free exhibition at the National Theatre marks five decades with personal stories from actors, directors, and long-term collaborators, accessible through a wooden structure and digital guide.
Photos: Giles Terera and More in Rehearsals for A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Giles Terera stars as Ebenezer Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Old Vic.
Review: CARMEN, Royal Ballet & Opera
Third time is rarely the charm for a Carmen at Covent Garden.
LARRY, 48 THOUGHTS PER MINUTE, TECHNICOLOR, and More Will Come to New Wolsey Theatre
New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich announced its Spring 2027 season, featuring LARRY (March 10-20), a co-production celebrating television icon Larry Grayson; 48 THOUGHTS PER MINUTE (January 27-28), starring Mark Thomas; and TECHNICOLOR (February 4-6), before UK tours.
Review: SWAN LAKE, Sadler's Wells
Sir Peter Wright and Galina Samsova’s Swan Lake opens with the striking and sombre image of a funeral procession.
Photos: English National Opera Performs TOSCA at the London Coliseum
All new production photos have been released for English National Opera’s Tosca at the London Coliseum.
Cast Set For JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at the Greenwich Theatre
Greenwich Theatre announced the cast for its award-winning pantomime, featuring Anthony Spargo as Dame Dotty Trott, Sam Bailey as Jack Trott, Eleanor Fransch as Bumpkin, and Paul Critoph, Lydia Bell, and Georgia Grant in supporting roles.
Review: MAKEBETH, Shakespeare's Globe
There is something rather wonderful about watching Shakespeare’s darkest tragedy being brought to life with cardboard, audience inventions and a generous helping of imagination.
Photos: WICKED Shares New Photos in Honour of WICKED DAY 2026
Wicked productions across the globe are celebrating Wicked Day.
West End Theatres to Dim Lights in Memory of Sir Patrick Stewart
West End theatres will dim their lights for two minutes in tribute to Sir Patrick Stewart, the acclaimed actor and Royal Shakespeare Company veteran who died at age 86.
Photos: Alan Cumming and More in Rehearsal For MY FAIR LADY at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
All new rehearsal photos have been released for Pitlochry Festival Theatre's production of Lerner and Loewe’s musical My Fair Lady, featuring Alan Cumming.
BOO! to Open at Theatre503 January 2027 with Waleed Akhtar
Waleed Akhtar and playwright Alistair Hall will star in the world premiere of BOO! at Theatre503 from January 14 to February 6, 2027, followed by Theatre Royal Plymouth February 10-13.
Cast Announced for GLOBAL MAJORITY at Bush Theatre
Chris Fung's new political thriller GLOBAL MAJORITY will open at Bush Theatre, featuring Jeremy Ang Jones, Edward Baker-Duly, Cade Brannan, and Poppy Gilbert.
FLY, YOU FOOLS! to Open at Southwark Playhouse Borough
The live parody of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring will star Jack Baldwin, Charlie Burt, David Hoskin, Charlie Ives, and Laurence Pears at London's Southwark Playhouse Borough.
Video: New Preview of THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE at Shakespeare's Globe
Shakespeare's Globe shared a conversation between playwright Timberlake Wertenbaker and director Anthony Lau about their new play, premiering this winter in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
Video: Watch Josh O'Connor in GOLDEN BOY Clip at National Theatre Live
A new clip from GOLDEN BOY features Josh O'Connor and Daniel Mays ahead of the National Theatre Live cinema release of the Almeida Theatre production this November.
Patrick Stewart Has Died at the Age of 86
BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing of Sir Patrick Stewart, English actor, director and producer, who has died at the age of 86.
Exclusive: Rob Ashford Would Be ‘Thrilled’ for TRU to Return to NYC, Says Jesse Tyler Ferguson Has ‘Gotten Better’
Jesse Tyler Ferguson is starring as Truman Capote in Jay Presson Allen’s play 'Tru' through November 14 — but director Rob Ashford isn’t ruling out a return to New York City.
