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Friday, May 16, 2025

Cast Announced for UK Premiere of Sing Street at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre by Staff Writer

The cast is announced for the UK premiere of Sing Street, a new musical based on the acclaimed 2016 film by John Carney, which will open at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:12AM
Thursday, May 15, 2025

Jesus Christ Superstar Full Cast and Creative Team Announced at Watermill Theatre by Staff Writer

The Watermill Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for its exhilarating summer production of Jesus Christ Superstar

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:27AM

False Accounts Premieres in Birmingham with Paid Roles for Emerging Midlands Talent by Staff Writer

Red Lens, a Black female-led arts organisation founded by award-winning actress and producer Shireenah Ingram, has announced its debut theatre production, False Accounts

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:27AM

Keala Settle and Priyanka Join Star-Studded Cast of The Diana Mixtape by Staff Writer

International stage and screen stars Keala Settle and Priyanka have joined the royal cast of The Diana Mixtape, a brand-new musical set to premiere this summer in London

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:26AM

Antony Costa Returns to Mamma Mia! The Party for Limited Summer Run at The O2 by Staff Writer

British pop star Antony Costa is set to reprise his role as Nikos in Mamma Mia! The Party

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:26AM

Connections Festival Returns to the National Theatre for 30th Anniversary Celebration by Staff Writer

The National Theatre’s Connections Festival returns this June, marking its 30th anniversary with a vibrant showcase of youth theatre from across the UK

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:08AM

VX Labs: Creative Captioning Explores the Transformative Power of Captions in Theatre by Staff Writer

Vital Xposure, the disabled-led theatre company known for pushing boundaries in accessibility, has unveiled the findings of its latest research initiative, VX Labs: Creative Captioning

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:59AM

Wicked Donates £10,000 in Tickets to theatre works! for Second Year Running by Staff Writer

The producers of the West End musical Wicked have announced a renewed commitment to accessibility in theatre by donating a further £10,000 worth of tickets to the UK charity theatre works!

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:58AM

Medea UK Premiere at The Coronet Theatre Reimagines Euripides Through a Japanese Lens by Staff Writer

The Coronet Theatre will present the UK premiere of Medea, a visually arresting and genre-defying reinterpretation of Euripides’ tragedy

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:57AM

The Stage Debut Awards Return for 2025 with Netflix as Headline Sponsor by Staff Writer

The Stage Debut Awards will return in 2025 with global entertainment powerhouse Netflix joining as headline sponsor

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:57AM

The Chaos That Has Been and Will No Doubt Return Embarks on UK Tour Following Award-Winning Edinburgh Run by Staff Writer

Following a sold-out, multi-award-winning debut at the Edinburgh Fringe, The Chaos That Has Been and Will No Doubt Return is set to embark on a major UK tour

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:56AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2025

First Look: Production Images Released for The Fifth Step Starring Jack Lowden and Martin Freeman by Staff Writer

New production images have been released for The Fifth Step, the acclaimed play by David Ireland, now playing at @ sohoplace in London’s West End

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:58AM

First Look: Mrs. Warren’s Profession at the Garrick Theatre Starring Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter by Staff Writer

Sonia Friedman Productions has released first look production images for the highly anticipated revival of Mrs. Warren’s Profession, now in previews at London’s Garrick Theatre

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:53AM

Poor Clare to Star Arsema Thomas and Freddy Carter at Orange Tree Theatre by Staff Writer

Orange Tree Theatre has announced that Arsema Thomas and Freddy Carter will lead the cast of Poor Clare, written by Chiara Atik

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:52AM

The Frogs at Southwark Playhouse Borough Announces Star-Studded Guest Cast Joining Kevin McHale by Staff Writer

Four exciting guest stars have been announced to join The Frogs at Southwark Playhouse Borough, where Glee star Kevin McHale will make his UK stage debut

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:52AM

First Look: Rehearsal Photos Released for A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Bridge Theatre by Staff Writer

Rehearsal images have been released for the highly anticipated return of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, opening at the Bridge Theatre

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:46AM

Starlight Express Deluxe Edition Album Featuring 2024/25 Cast Now Available to Pre-Order by Staff Writer

A brand-new Deluxe Edition of Starlight Express, recorded with the 2024/25 London cast, is set to be released on Friday 30th May and is now available to pre-order

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:45AM

Full Casting Announced for London Premiere of Run Sister Run at Arcola Theatre by Staff Writer

Double Telling has announced full casting for the long-awaited London premiere of Run Sister Run, written by award-winning playwright Chloë Moss

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:44AM

I See You Like This Exhibition Opens at Unicorn Theatre This May by Staff Writer

The Unicorn Theatre, the UK’s leading venue for young audiences, will host I See You Like This, an interactive exhibition by internationally acclaimed artist Jessica Wilson

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:58AM

English National Opera Announces André de Ridder as New Music Director and Unveils 2025/26 Season by Staff Writer

English National Opera (ENO) has announced the appointment of André de Ridder as its new Music Director, alongside details of its ambitious 2025/26 Season

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:57AM

The List Festival Awards Returns to Celebrate Edinburgh’s Cultural Excellence in 2025 by Staff Writer

The List Festival Awards will return to Edinburgh on 22nd August 2025, following the success of their inaugural edition in 2024

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:56AM

MUSIK by Jonathan Harvey and Pet Shop Boys Returns to London at Wilton’s Music Hall by Staff Writer

Six years after its sold-out, critically acclaimed world premiere, MUSIK is set to return to London for a strictly limited run at Wilton’s Music Hall

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:56AM

Entertaining Mr Sloane Opens Nadia Fall’s Inaugural Season at the Young Vic by Staff Writer

The Young Vic Theatre has unveiled its 2025/26 season, marking the first under new Artistic Director and CEO Nadia Fall

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:55AM

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical to Close in the West End After Seven-Year Run by Staff Writer

The producers of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical have announced that the acclaimed West End production will close at the Aldwych Theatre on Saturday 13 September 2025

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:55AM

It’s a Wonderful Knife – Christmas Dundee Announced as Old Joint Stock Theatre’s Festive Musical by Staff Writer

The Old Joint Stock Theatre in Birmingham has announced its Christmas production for 2025 — It’s a Wonderful Knife – Christmas Dundee — a mash-up inspired by It’s a Wonderful Li…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 04:59AM
Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Operation Mincemeat Announces 2026 World Tour Launching from Manchester by Staff Writer

Olivier Award®-winning and Tony Award®-nominated Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical will embark on a globe-spanning world tour

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 12:31PM

Legally Blonde The Musical to Embark on UK and Ireland Tour in 2026 by Staff Writer

Producers ROYO and Curve have announced a brand-new Made at Curve production of the smash-hit Legally Blonde The Musical, set to tour the UK and Ireland in 2026

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:43AM

The Sound of Music Announces Initial Casting for Made at Curve Christmas Production by Staff Writer

Leicester’s Curve theatre has revealed the first casting news for its highly anticipated Made at Curve Christmas production of The Sound of Music

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:21AM

For The Lack of Laura Brings Irish Fantasy Romance to the UK Stage by Staff Writer

The UK premiere of For The Lack of Laura, a new Irish fantasy romance musical, will enchant audiences this summer with performances at the Forum Theatre, Malvern and London’s Shaw Theatre

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:20AM

Whatever Happened to Phoebe Salt to Receive World Premiere at New Vic Theatre as Part of Arthur Berry Centenary by Staff Writer

The New Vic Theatre will stage the world premiere of Whatever Happened to Phoebe Salt by Arthur Berry this May, marking a major highlight in the Arthur Berry 100 centenary celebrations

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:20AM

Dracula Starring Cynthia Erivo to Make West End Premiere at Noël Coward Theatre in 2026 by Staff Writer

Three-time Oscar nominee and Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award-winner Cynthia Erivo will return to the stage in the UK premiere of Dracula, a bold one-actor adaptation of Bram Stoker’s gothic …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:19AM