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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

The Silence of the Lambs to Make World Stage Premiere at Leicester Curve Ahead of UK and Ireland Tour by Staff Writer

A major new stage adaptation of Thomas Harris’ iconic psychological thriller The Silence of the Lambs will make its world premiere at Leicester’s Curve theatre ahead of a tour The post T…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:38AM

One Man, Two Guvnors and Bacchae Join National Theatre at Home’s Winter Streaming Line-Up by Staff Writer

National Theatre at Home has announced two major additions to its winter season: James Corden’s smash hit One Man, Two Guvnors and Indhu Rubasingham’s inaugural production as National Th…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:14AM

The Mousetrap Announces 75th Anniversary UK Tour and West End Extension by Staff Writer

Agatha Christie’s iconic thriller The Mousetrap, the world’s longest-running play, will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour from September 2026 through 2027 The post The Mousetrap Anno…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:13AM

The Sound of Absence Explores Grief and Self-Discovery at Omnibus Theatre by Staff Writer

Omnibus Theatre will present The Sound of Absence from 24–28 February, an intimate new play written by Yanina Hope and directed by Ivanka Polchenko The post The Sound of Absence Explores G…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:12AM
Monday, November 24, 2025

Initial Casting Announced for World Premiere of The Manningtree Witches at Mercury Theatre Colchester by Staff Writer

Mercury Theatre Colchester has announced initial casting for the world premiere of The Manningtree Witches, a new play by award-winning Mercury Playwright Ava Pickett The post Initial Castin…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:18AM

Luke Wright Brings Later Life Letter to UK Stages and Publishes Memoir by Staff Writer

Award-winning poet Luke Wright will tour the UK in 2026 with his most personal show to date, Later Life Letter, alongside the release of a new poetry collection The post Luke Wright Brings L…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:17AM

The Watermill Theatre Announces 2026 Summer Musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang by Staff Writer

The Watermill Theatre has revealed that its 2026 summer musical will be a brand-new production of the family classic Chitty Chitty Bang Bang The post The Watermill Theatre Announces 2026 Sum…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:17AM

The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize Announces 2025-26 Finalists by Staff Writer

The prestigious Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed the finalists for its 48th annual international playwriting award The post The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize Announces 2025-26 Finalist…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:17AM

Kathryn Hunter, Malachi Kirby and Indra Ové Named New Ambassadors for Intermission Youth by Staff Writer

Intermission Youth has announced three acclaimed actors as its newest ambassadors: Olivier Award-winner Kathryn Hunter, BAFTA-winning Malachi Kirby and stage and screen star Indra Ové The p…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:59AM

James Norton Backs Propel, A New Creative Careers Programme at Stephen Joseph Theatre by Staff Writer

Actor James Norton is supporting Propel, an innovative new programme from the Stephen Joseph Theatre (SJT) aimed at young people aged 15 to 17 in the Scarborough area The post James Norton B…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:23AM

A Public Address Announced for Battersea Arts Centre as Part of Wandsworth’s London Borough of Culture by Staff Writer

The full programme has been revealed for A Public Address, a major takeover by award-winning Manchester theatre collective Quarantine at Battersea Arts Centre The post A Public Address Annou…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:23AM
Friday, November 21, 2025

Olly Dobson and Ben Joyce Return as Marty McFly for 40th Anniversary Performance of Back to the Future The Musical by Staff Writer

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the original Back to the Future film, Olly Dobson and Ben Joyce will make a special return to Back to the Future The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre The p…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:10AM

First Look at John le Carré’s The Spy Who Came In From The Cold in the West End by Staff Writer

Production images have been released for the West End premiere of John le Carré’s The Spy Who Came In From The Cold, now playing at @sohoplace The post First Look at John le Carré’s Th…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:26AM

Photos Released of Sheridan Smith and Romesh Ranganathan in Woman in Mind Ahead of West End Run by Staff Writer

Photos have been released today of Sheridan Smith and Romesh Ranganathan in rehearsals for Alan Ayckbourn’s psychological comedy Woman in Mind The post Photos Released of Sheridan Smith an…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:25AM

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Announces Full Cast Ahead of West End Premiere at @sohoplace by Staff Writer

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) production of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind will make its West End premiere at @sohoplace from 25 April to 18 July 2026 The post The Boy Who Harnessed th…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:24AM

Shortlist Announced for The Women’s Prize for Playwriting 2025 by Staff Writer

The Women’s Prize for Playwriting has revealed the 20 shortlisted scripts for its 2025 award, selected from a record-breaking 1,275 submissions The post Shortlist Announced for The Women�…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:22AM
Thursday, November 20, 2025

First Look: Cast Portraits Released for Daniel’s Husband Ahead of UK Premiere at Marylebone Theatre by Staff Writer

Plastered Productions has unveiled the first look at character set-up images for Michael McKeever’s acclaimed off-Broadway play Daniel’s Husband, which will make its UK premiere at the M…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:03AM

First Look: Freaky Friday Rehearsal Images Released Ahead of UK Premiere at HOME Manchester by Staff Writer

New rehearsal images have been released for the UK stage premiere of Freaky Friday, coming to HOME Manchester from 27 November 2025 to 10 January 2026 The post First Look: Freaky Friday Rehe…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:03AM

Breakin’ Convention Announces 2026 UK Tour Featuring TRAPLORD, Femme Fatale and ILL-Abilities by Staff Writer

Breakin’ Convention, the world-renowned festival of hip hop dance theatre, has announced its 2026 UK tour, running from Saturday 9 May to Saturday 6 June. The post Breakin’ Convention An…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:57AM

Killian Thomas Lefevre and Yiftach ‘Iffy’ Mizrahi Join Levi Kreis in Already Perfect at King’s Head Theatre by Staff Writer

Killian Thomas Lefevre and Yiftach ‘Iffy’ Mizrahi will join Tony Award winner Levi Kreis in the UK premiere of his new musical Already Perfect The post Killian Thomas Lefevre and Yiftach…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:56AM

Paddington The Musical Unveils New Song, Cast Album and £35 Ticket Lottery by Staff Writer

With Paddington The Musical now in previews at the Savoy Theatre, producers have announced a £35 ticket lottery, a behind-the-scenes extract of a brand-new song, and details of the upcoming…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:56AM

Anna Ziegler’s Evening All Afternoon to Make World Première at Donmar Warehouse by Staff Writer

The Donmar Warehouse has announced the world première of Anna Ziegler’s new play Evening All Afternoon, opening on 24 February 2026, with previews from 14 February The post Anna Ziegler�…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:56AM
Wednesday, November 19, 2025

First Look Images Released for Punchdrunk Enrichment’s Fireside Tales by Staff Writer

Punchdrunk Enrichment has unveiled first-look production photography for the world premiere of Fireside Tales, opening in London this Christmas The post First Look Images Released for Punchd…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:33AM

Production Images Released for Jack and the Beanstalk at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre by Staff Writer

The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre’s beloved pantomime returns this festive season with Jack and the Beanstalk, and the venue has unveiled first-look production images The post Production Image…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:44AM

First Look: Ride the Cyclone at Southwark Playhouse Elephant by Staff Writer

First look production images have been released for the UK premiere of Ride the Cyclone at Southwark Playhouse Elephant, which began previews on 14 November and officially opens tonight The …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:41AM

Production Images Released for All My Sons at Wyndham’s Theatre by Staff Writer

New production images have been unveiled for Arthur Miller’s All My Sons, directed by Ivo Van Hove, currently playing at Wyndham’s Theatre The post Production Images Released for All My …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:37AM

George Devine Award 2025 Shortlist Announced by Staff Writer

Four bold and unflinching plays exploring themes from modern marriage to systemic injustice have been announced as contenders for the prestigious George Devine Award 2025 The post George Dev…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:36AM

Concord Theatricals Secures Worldwide Licensing Rights for Hamilton by Staff Writer

Concord Theatricals has announced it has secured exclusive worldwide secondary stage licensing rights for Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton The post Concord Theatricals Secures Worldwide Licen…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:36AM

A Grain of Sand to Premiere at Arcola Theatre Ahead of UK Tour by Staff Writer

Good Chance has announced that A Grain of Sand, written and directed by Elias Matar and performed by Sarah Agha, will run at London’s Arcola Theatre before embarking on a UK tour The post …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:01AM

Arcola Theatre Announces Bold 2026 Spring Season Featuring World Premieres and Acclaimed Adaptations by Staff Writer

Arcola Theatre has unveiled its 2026 Spring Season, running from January to June, with eight productions including five major in-house shows, four world premieres, and three London premieres…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:59AM
Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Rehearsal Images Released for West End Premiere of OH, MARY! at Trafalgar Theatre by Staff Writer

Rehearsal images have been unveiled for the West End premiere of the smash-hit comedy OH, MARY!, opening at Trafalgar Theatre from 3 December 2025 The post Rehearsal Images Released for West…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:46AM

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