Review: DOUGHNUT DRIVE, Drayton Arms Theatre
by Niamh Jones - November 26, 2025
What do grief, crime films and doughnuts have in common? Upon first glance very little; however, in Finella Waddilove’s Doughnut Drive they are thrown together in the most unlikely way to create an undeniably hilarious, if dark, comedy.
by Niamh Jones - November 26, 2025
What do grief, crime films and doughnuts have in common? Upon first glance very little; however, in Finella Waddilove’s Doughnut Drive they are thrown together in the most unlikely way to create an undeniably hilarious, if dark, comedy.
Interview: 'It's Relentless': Actor Jack Christou on Motivation, Apprehension and Playing Henry Creel in STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Kat Mokrynski - November 26, 2025
After nearly a decade, the hit Netflix television series, Stranger Things, will be coming to a close with Season Five. But fear not, fans - there is still the stage version, Stranger Things: The First Shadow, running in the West End. The play is a prequel to the events on screen, showing some of the older characters in high school and exploring the origins of the show’s main villain, Vecna. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Jack Christou, who plays the role of Henry Creel. We discussed what it is like to be part of the stage adaptation of such a popular television series, how he prepared for the role and even what he hopes audiences take away from the show as a whole.
by Kat Mokrynski - November 26, 2025
After nearly a decade, the hit Netflix television series, Stranger Things, will be coming to a close with Season Five. But fear not, fans - there is still the stage version, Stranger Things: The First Shadow, running in the West End. The play is a prequel to the events on screen, showing some of the older characters in high school and exploring the origins of the show’s main villain, Vecna. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Jack Christou, who plays the role of Henry Creel. We discussed what it is like to be part of the stage adaptation of such a popular television series, how he prepared for the role and even what he hopes audiences take away from the show as a whole.
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Starring Paul Hilton
by Aliya Al-Hassan - November 26, 2025
For many, Christmas cannot begin until The Old Vic is staging Jack Thorne's A Christmas Carol. This year's iteration shows yet again why it is a festive must-see. Brimming with emotion, but never tipping into mawkishness, it will make you laugh, cry and gasp with child-like wonder, no matter what your age. What more could you want from a Christmas show?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - November 26, 2025
For many, Christmas cannot begin until The Old Vic is staging Jack Thorne's A Christmas Carol. This year's iteration shows yet again why it is a festive must-see. Brimming with emotion, but never tipping into mawkishness, it will make you laugh, cry and gasp with child-like wonder, no matter what your age. What more could you want from a Christmas show?
Review: BALLET SHOES, National Theatre
by Christiana Rose - November 26, 2025
The National Theatre offers a truly enchanting festive treat with Ballet Shoes which returns to the Olivier under the confident and imaginative direction of Katy Rudd. Kendall Feaver’s new version of Noel Streatfeild’s beloved novel feels both timeless and refreshingly alive, delivered with intelligence and a deep understanding of the story’s levels and enduring charm.
by Christiana Rose - November 26, 2025
The National Theatre offers a truly enchanting festive treat with Ballet Shoes which returns to the Olivier under the confident and imaginative direction of Katy Rudd. Kendall Feaver’s new version of Noel Streatfeild’s beloved novel feels both timeless and refreshingly alive, delivered with intelligence and a deep understanding of the story’s levels and enduring charm.
Review: DAVID COPPERFIELD, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Clementine Scott - November 26, 2025
This David Copperfield is far more than a cheap facsimile of its source material. There is room here for all the observational humour of Dickens’ writing, but also for all the pains and lessons of growing up.
by Clementine Scott - November 26, 2025
This David Copperfield is far more than a cheap facsimile of its source material. There is room here for all the observational humour of Dickens’ writing, but also for all the pains and lessons of growing up.
Cast Announced For SWEETMEATS At Bush Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
The Bush Theatre and Tara Theatre will present the world premiere of Sweetmeats, a new play by Karim Khan, beginning previews on 7 February 2026 in London.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
The Bush Theatre and Tara Theatre will present the world premiere of Sweetmeats, a new play by Karim Khan, beginning previews on 7 February 2026 in London.
Photos: THE MOUSETRAP Celebrates Its 73rd Birthday In London
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Check out photos of the cast of Agatha Christie's iconic thriller and the world’s longest running play The Mousetrap celebrating the play's 73rd Birthday performance, backstage with a cake, at St Martin's Theatre in London's West End.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Check out photos of the cast of Agatha Christie's iconic thriller and the world’s longest running play The Mousetrap celebrating the play's 73rd Birthday performance, backstage with a cake, at St Martin's Theatre in London's West End.
THE SHITHEADS By Jack Nicholls Comes To The Royal Court
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
The Royal Court Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Jack Nicholls' debut play The Shitheads. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
The Royal Court Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Jack Nicholls' debut play The Shitheads. Learn more here!
Review: MURDER SHE DIDN'T WRITE: THE IMPROVISED MURDER MYSTERY, Duchess Theatre
by Christiana Rose - November 25, 2025
Murder She Didn't Write returns to the Duchess Theatre with another round of improvised mischief. This long running show continues to charm audiences on its tour across the UK, with its origins being an Edinburgh Fringe favourite.
by Christiana Rose - November 25, 2025
Murder She Didn't Write returns to the Duchess Theatre with another round of improvised mischief. This long running show continues to charm audiences on its tour across the UK, with its origins being an Edinburgh Fringe favourite.
Review: THE ENIGMATIST, Wilton's Music Hall
by Franco Milazzo - November 25, 2025
David Kwong loves words the way chefs love food: obsessively, indulgently and with a eagerness to serve ever more and more of their treasured discoveries. In The Enigmatist, his puzzle-box of a show, that affection becomes both the engine and the anchor.
by Franco Milazzo - November 25, 2025
David Kwong loves words the way chefs love food: obsessively, indulgently and with a eagerness to serve ever more and more of their treasured discoveries. In The Enigmatist, his puzzle-box of a show, that affection becomes both the engine and the anchor.
ANCIENT GREASE To Open At The Vaults In March 2026
by Aliya Al-Hassan - November 25, 2025
The Vaults will launch the new immersive parody musical Ancient Grease on March 4, 2026, expanding the venue’s repertoire into original musical theatre. Inspired by Grease and set on Mount Olympus, the adults-only production will feature an original script and score by emerging writer Lady Aria Grey.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - November 25, 2025
The Vaults will launch the new immersive parody musical Ancient Grease on March 4, 2026, expanding the venue’s repertoire into original musical theatre. Inspired by Grease and set on Mount Olympus, the adults-only production will feature an original script and score by emerging writer Lady Aria Grey.
Interview: 'It's Just A Really Special Show': Actor Joel Montague on Working With His Wife and Feeling Christmassy in ELF THE MUSICAL
by Kat Mokrynski - November 25, 2025
Elf the Musical, an adaptation of the hit film starring Will Ferrell, has returned to the West End for the Christmas season, with Joel Montague taking on the role of Buddy the Elf. The show follows Buddy as he leaves the North Pole to find his human father after discovering that he is actually not an elf like everyone else.
by Kat Mokrynski - November 25, 2025
Elf the Musical, an adaptation of the hit film starring Will Ferrell, has returned to the West End for the Christmas season, with Joel Montague taking on the role of Buddy the Elf. The show follows Buddy as he leaves the North Pole to find his human father after discovering that he is actually not an elf like everyone else.
Review: SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS, Birmingham Rep
by Kat Mokrynski - November 25, 2025
Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas, written by Humphrey Ker and David Reed with original songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Price, has the iconic duo of Sherlock Holmes (Ker) and John Watson (Reed) solving a string of mysterious murders on the West End in Victorian England.
by Kat Mokrynski - November 25, 2025
Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas, written by Humphrey Ker and David Reed with original songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Price, has the iconic duo of Sherlock Holmes (Ker) and John Watson (Reed) solving a string of mysterious murders on the West End in Victorian England.
Review: PETTY MEN, Arcola Theatre
by Clementine Scott - November 25, 2025
Few Shakespeare plays have received the ‘updated for the current political moment’ treatment more than Julius Caesar. In Petty Men, though, our Roman dictator-for-life is not a Trumpian autocrat, but a BAFTA-winning actor.
by Clementine Scott - November 25, 2025
Few Shakespeare plays have received the ‘updated for the current political moment’ treatment more than Julius Caesar. In Petty Men, though, our Roman dictator-for-life is not a Trumpian autocrat, but a BAFTA-winning actor.
Royal Shakespeare Theatre Unveils First Look At THE BFG 12-Foot Giant Puppet
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company, Chichester Festival Theatre, and the Roald Dahl Story Company have released a first-look image of the BFG puppet ahead of the upcoming stage adaptation of THE BFG.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company, Chichester Festival Theatre, and the Roald Dahl Story Company have released a first-look image of the BFG puppet ahead of the upcoming stage adaptation of THE BFG.
Photos: BALLET SHOES At National Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
The National Theatre has released first look photos of the festive return of Kendall Feaver’s acclaimed adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s best-selling book Ballet Shoes.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
The National Theatre has released first look photos of the festive return of Kendall Feaver’s acclaimed adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s best-selling book Ballet Shoes.
Photos: Further Look at STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW as it Extends in London
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
All new photos have been released from the West End production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow as it celebrates its second anniversary at the Phoenix Theatre. Check out the photos here!
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
All new photos have been released from the West End production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow as it celebrates its second anniversary at the Phoenix Theatre. Check out the photos here!
Cast Set for THE TEMPEST at Shakespeare's Globe
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the full cast and creative team of The Tempest in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. The Tempest is directed by award-winning theatre maker Tim Crouch in his Globe directorial debut.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the full cast and creative team of The Tempest in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. The Tempest is directed by award-winning theatre maker Tim Crouch in his Globe directorial debut.
ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS Will Return to Stream on National Theatre Live
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
National Theatre at Home has announced the addition of James Corden's smash hit One Man, Two Guvnors and Indhu Rubasingham's Bacchae to its winter offering.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
National Theatre at Home has announced the addition of James Corden's smash hit One Man, Two Guvnors and Indhu Rubasingham's Bacchae to its winter offering.
Royal Opera House Commissions New Stage Curtains To Honour His Majesty King Charles III
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
The Royal Ballet and Opera have announced the commission of a magnificent new pair of stage curtains, marking a significant moment in its storied history. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
The Royal Ballet and Opera have announced the commission of a magnificent new pair of stage curtains, marking a significant moment in its storied history. Learn more here!
Interview: Sarah Brightman Previews Holiday Tour & Reflects on SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Josh Sharpe - November 24, 2025
On November 26, singing superstar Sarah Brightman will embark on her holiday tour, A Winter Symphony. BroadwayWorld recently spoke with the renowned soprano about what fans can expect from the tour, her experience playing the iconic role of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard, and how she celebrates the holidays on the road.
by Josh Sharpe - November 24, 2025
On November 26, singing superstar Sarah Brightman will embark on her holiday tour, A Winter Symphony. BroadwayWorld recently spoke with the renowned soprano about what fans can expect from the tour, her experience playing the iconic role of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard, and how she celebrates the holidays on the road.
Review: ME.... A LITTLE ANGEL THEATRE PRODUCTION, Little Angel Theatre
by Christiana Rose - November 24, 2025
Little Angel Theatre once again excel as a leader in early years storytelling with its gentle and beautifully crafted production of Me..., adapted from the much loved book by Emma Dodd and directed by Samantha Lane. Aimed at children aged two to five, the 35 minute show offers an inviting first experience of theatre, which is both visually enchanting and emotionally reassuring.
by Christiana Rose - November 24, 2025
Little Angel Theatre once again excel as a leader in early years storytelling with its gentle and beautifully crafted production of Me..., adapted from the much loved book by Emma Dodd and directed by Samantha Lane. Aimed at children aged two to five, the 35 minute show offers an inviting first experience of theatre, which is both visually enchanting and emotionally reassuring.
Review: HUMBUG, The Vaults
by Kat Mokrynski - November 24, 2025
Santa has lost his Christmas spirit, and it’s up to you to save it! That’s the main theme of Humbug - a three-hour long experience inside of The Vaults, which has been transformed into a holiday-themed wonderland. But that’s not the only thing audience members have to save - After a long wait out in the cold, they are introduced to Howard the Mailman (Perry Meadowcroft), who has had one too many cocktails in the bar and has somehow managed to lose every letter written to the Big Man in Red. Thrown in a waitress (Savannah Beckford) whose singing brings a Christas curse, and you’ve got yourselves in quite the pickle.
by Kat Mokrynski - November 24, 2025
Santa has lost his Christmas spirit, and it’s up to you to save it! That’s the main theme of Humbug - a three-hour long experience inside of The Vaults, which has been transformed into a holiday-themed wonderland. But that’s not the only thing audience members have to save - After a long wait out in the cold, they are introduced to Howard the Mailman (Perry Meadowcroft), who has had one too many cocktails in the bar and has somehow managed to lose every letter written to the Big Man in Red. Thrown in a waitress (Savannah Beckford) whose singing brings a Christas curse, and you’ve got yourselves in quite the pickle.
Review: THE NUTCRACKER, Royal Ballet And Opera
by Vikki Jane Vile - November 24, 2025
Ballet lovers will all have their own relationship with Sir Peter Wright’s The Nutcracker.
by Vikki Jane Vile - November 24, 2025
Ballet lovers will all have their own relationship with Sir Peter Wright’s The Nutcracker.
Bess Wohl and More Named Finalists for The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award- the largest and oldest award recognising women+ writers for plays of outstanding quality written for the English-speaking theatre.
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award- the largest and oldest award recognising women+ writers for plays of outstanding quality written for the English-speaking theatre.
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