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Friday, September 23, 2022

'The first thing I do when I wake up is write.' Hilary Mantel, 1952-2022

by Jasper Rees

An interview with the novelist the morning after she won the Man Booker Prize for the first time Hilary Mantel, who has died at the age of 70, was a maker of literary history. Wolf Hall, an action-packed 650-p…

Friday, October 22, 2021

Audience reactions to Hilary Mantel's The Mirror And The Light

by Official London Theatre

The Olivier and Tony Award-winning Wolf Hall and Bring Up The Bodies were hailed as landmark and must-see theatrical events. Now Playful Productions and the RSC bring The Mirror and the Light, the highly antici…

Thursday, October 7, 2021

The Mirror and the Light, Gielgud Theatre review - nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition

by Ismene Brown

**THE MIRROR AND THE LIGHT Mantel self-adapts, and eviscerates, her novel on stage Third time round, Hilary Mantel self-adapts, and eviscerates, her novel on stage The first two stage adaptations of Hilary Mant…

Thursday, September 9, 2021

Hilary Mantel on staging The Mirror and the Light: ‘I should have been doing this all my life’

by Mark Lawson

As the third part of her Thomas Cromwell trilogy hits the stage, the writer talks about the perils of political powerplay, fleeing Brexit to Ireland and setting her next novel in more recent times As the author…

Monday, May 24, 2021

The Mirror and the Light, the Final Installment of the Wolf Hall Series, Sets West End Premiere

by Caitlin Moynihan

London audiences will soon be able to experience the conclusion of Dame Hilary Mantel's award-winning Wolf Hall series.The Mirror and the Light, which is the third and final installment of the trilogy, followin…

Friday, July 13, 2018

Ben Miles: Hilary Mantel's Cromwell is the 'original working class hero'

by Catherine Love

The RSC actor on the moral ambiguity of Mantel's Tudor world and the thrill of bringing her Wolf Hall books to the West End• Michael Billington's review of Wolf Hall/Bring Up the Bodies• Mark Lawson: from p…

Saturday, July 7, 2018

Prime Day Deal Reveal: Imperium

The histories of Ancient Rome came to life in Robert Harris' best-selling Cicero Trilogy and now Mike Poulton, previously known for his incredible RSC adaptations of Hilary Mantel’s Wolf Hall and Bring …

Monday, July 2, 2018

RSC’s Six-Hour Roman Epic “Imperium” Has Soaring Speeches, Bloodshed: 5-Star Review

by Mark Beech

The lengthy “Imperium” at London’s Gielgud Theatre can be summed up in a few short sentences: It’s in two parts, with three one-act plays in each. It fully justifies its total running time of more …

Tuesday, March 13, 2018

Stephanie Arditti obituary

by Bunny Christie

Award-winning costume supervisor, passionate about theatre, who strove for perfectionThe costume supervisor Stephanie Arditti, who has died aged 61 after a long illness, worked on an extraordinary number of sho…

Sunday, December 17, 2017

Imperium review – Rome sweet Rome, with a masterly turn from Cicero

by Susannah Clapp

Swan, Stratford-upon-AvonRobert Harris’s trilogy springs fully to life in Mike Poulton’s two-part epic – but where are the meaty parts for women?There are, well, a legion of reasons for going to Imperium.…

Monday, December 11, 2017

Imperium, Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon, review: Richard McCabe gives a superb central performance

by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

Mike Poulton, who adapted Hilary Mantel's Thomas Cromwell novels, 'Wolf Hall' and 'Bring Up The Bodies', has turned Robert Harris' trilogy of novels about Cicero into epic theatre,…

Tuesday, June 9, 2015

Broadway Alum Peter Eyre Officially Steps Into Wolf Hall: Parts One Two on the Great White Way

by Imogen Lloyd Webber

A bit of a switcheroo has been going on at Wolf Hall: Parts One and Two. Broadway alum Peter Eyre (Hamlet) has now officially taken over as Cardinal Wolsey after Paul Jesson departed the production for personal…

Thursday, May 28, 2015

This British Theater Company Is Changing the Game on Broadway

by Tom Teodorczuk, Tom Teodorczuk

The company has brought to the stage two of the more successful plays now on Broadway: top-grossing 'The Audience,' and the two-play production of Hilary Mantel’s novels 'Wolf Hall Parts One & Two' and 'B…

Thursday, April 30, 2015

Cervelli: A stirring evening in the theater

“Wolf Hall” Parts One and Two is a sprawling and impressive play based on Hilary Mantel’s books ‘Wolf Hall” and “Bring Up the Bodies.” The playwright is currently worki…

Monday, April 27, 2015

‘Wolf Hall’ at The Winter Garden Theatre

by Richard Seff

Hillary Mantel is a novelist, dramatist and critic whose best known works are her two novels about the Tudor statesman Thomas Cromwell. The play Wolf Hall is the collective title of two long plays that cover ma…

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Theater Talk - "Wolf Hall"

by Theater Talk

This episode is devoted to Wolf Hall, the two-part stage adaptation of Dame Hilary Mantel's brilliant historical novels, Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies, about Henry VIII, King of England, and his ambitious c…

Saturday, April 18, 2015

Wolf Hall Parts 1 & 2 (Photos)

by Chris Luner

Off with their heads! A brand new epic double-bill production comes to Broadway direct from an acclaimed West End debut! Wolf Hall Parts 1 & 2, originally billed as Wolf Hall and Bring Up The Bodies, tells …

Wednesday, April 15, 2015

WOLF HALL's Hilary Mantel and More Set for THEATER TALK This Weekend

by BroadwayWorld

THEATER TALK focuses on Wolf Hall, a two-part British theatrical spectacle -- based on the best-selling historical novels by Dame Hilary Mantel, Wolf Hall and Bring Up The Bodies -- about the rise of Thomas Cro…

Monday, April 13, 2015

Broadway Theater Review: Wolf Hall Parts 1 and 2

by Lauren Yarger

A scene from Wolf Hall. Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Richards Associates.A Fresh Look at Henry VIII Through the Eyesof CromwellBy Lauren YargerYou’ve read the best selling novels by Hilary Mantel, you’ve been …

Sunday, April 12, 2015

Sunny Afternoon, A View From The Bridge & Angela Lansbury Take Top Honors at 2015 Olivier Awards

by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Sunny Afternoon was the big winner at the Olivier Awards on April 12, garnering the most awards, four, for any single production including Best Musical. A View From The Bridge won three—Best Revival, Best…

Friday, April 10, 2015

Review: Wolf Hall

by Matthew Wexler

by Samuel L. Leiter The 2014-2015 theatre season’s hot-button cultural event is the visiting Royal Shakespeare Company’s Wolf Hall, Parts One and Two, Mike Poulton’s admirable double-bill adaptation of Hi…

Photo Call: Epic London Double-Bill Wolf Hall Opens On Broadway; Red Carpet Arrivals and Curtain Cal

by Matthew Blank

The London productions of Wolf Hall and its sequel Bring Up the Bodies, based on the Hilary Mantel history novels about the bloody reign of Henry VIII, officially opened on Broadway April 9 at the Winter Garden…

Thursday, April 9, 2015

The Verdict: Read Reviews of Broadway’s Wolf Hall

by Playbill Staff

The London productions of Wolf Hall and its sequel Bring Up the Bodies, based on the Hilary Mantel history novels about the bloody reign of Henry VIII, officially opened on Broadway April 9 at the Winter Garden…

Photo Call: Epic London Double-Bill Wolf Hall Opens On Broadway; Red Carpet Arrivals

by Matthew Blank

The London productions of Wolf Hall and its sequel Bring Up the Bodies, based on the Hilary Mantel history novels about the bloody reign of Henry VIII, officially opened on Broadway April 9 at the Winter Garden…

'Wolf Hall' and 'Bring Up the Bodies' review: Six hours of Tudors

"The King called me this morning -- early."

Epic London Double-Bill Wolf Hall Opens On Broadway

by Adam Hetrick

The London productions of Wolf Hall and its sequel Bring Up the Bodies, based on the Hilary Mantel history novels about the bloody reign of Henry VIII, officially open on Broadway April 9 at the Winter Garden T…

Wednesday, April 8, 2015

Highlights From Broadway’s Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2

Wolf Hall is based on Hilary Mantel's novels "Wolf Hall" and "Bring Up the Bodies," fictionalized accounts of deceit, betrayal and intrigue in the court of Henry VIII. The production is …

Highlights From Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2 Opening Tonight

Wolf Hall is based on Hilary Mantel's novels "Wolf Hall" and "Bring Up the Bodies," fictionalized accounts of deceit, betrayal and intrigue in the court of Henry VIII. The production is …

Highlights From Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2, Opening Tomorrow Night

Wolf Hall is based on Hilary Mantel's novels "Wolf Hall" and "Bring Up the Bodies," fictionalized accounts of deceit, betrayal and intrigue in the court of Henry VIII. The production is …

Photo Call: Acclaimed Wolf Hall Double-Bill Plays Broadway;  See the Pics Here!

by Matthew Blank

The London productions of Wolf Hall and its sequel Bring Up the Bodies, based on the history novels by Hilary Mantel about Henry VIII, arrived on Broadway March 20 at the Winter Garden Theatre. Titled …

Tuesday, April 7, 2015

History Lesson! Trace the Timeline of Juicy Drama Wolf Hall From 15th Century England to Broadway

by Gemma Wilson

For hundreds of years, Thomas Cromwell was a villainous footnote in the spectacular story of Henry VIII, until Hilary Mantel turned a spotlight on the humble lawyer-turned-royal right hand and shrewd, ruthless …

Friday, April 3, 2015

VIDEO: Author Hilary Mantel on Bringing WOLF HALL to TV, Broadway

by TV News Desk

Broadway's WOLF HALL PARTS 1 amp 2 and PBS's Masterpiece mini-series starring Mark Rylance are taking the Tudors onstage and on-screen at the same time. WOLF HALL and BRING UP THE BODIES author Hilary Mantel st…

Hilary Mantel Chats WOLF HALL Edits for Broadway Run

by BroadwayWorld

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, WOLF HALL and BRING UP THE BODIES author Hilary Mantel discussed her involvement in adapting her novels for Broadway and how taking her stories to the stage has info…

Wolf Hall

by Wendy Caster

The Royal Shakespeare Company production of Wolf Hall is a simple yet gorgeous production based on Hilary Mantel's best sellers Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies. Gracefully adapted by Mike …

Wednesday, April 1, 2015

Hilary Mantel Signs Books at Broadway's WOLF HALL: PARTS 1 & 2 This Month

by BroadwayWorld

Dame Hilary Mantel, the double Man Booker Prize winner for her acclaimed novels Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies, as well as the author of the Broadway production Wolf Hall Parts 1 amp 2, is thrilled to say sh…

Monday, March 30, 2015

Hilary Mantel to Sign Books at Broadway's WOLF HALL: PARTS 1 & 2 Next Month

by BroadwayWorld

Dame Hilary Mantel, the double Man Booker Prize winner for her acclaimed novels Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies, as well as the author of the Broadway production Wolf Hall Parts 1 amp 2, is thrilled to say sh…

Dame Hilary Mantel To Sign Books At Select Performances Of ‘Wolf Hall: Parts 1&2′

by Broadway's Best Shows

Dame Hilary Mantel, the double Man Booker Prize winner for her acclaimed novels Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies, as well as the author of the Broadway production Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2, is thrilled to sa…

Thursday, March 26, 2015

WOLF HALL PARTS 1 & 2 on Broadway

by Broadway's Best Shows

WOLF HALL PARTS 1 & 2 on Broadway COMING TO BROADWAY 15 WEEKS ONLY BEGINNING March 20, 2015 THE NOVELS, BY TWO-TIME MAN BOOKER PRIZE WINNER HILARY MANTEL, WON MULTIPLE HONORS AND BECAME WORLD-FAMOUS, BEST…

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Bringing ‘Wolf Hall” To Broadway, A Discussion with Dame Hilary Mantel and Jeremy Herrin (VIDEO)

by Broadway's Best Shows

If you weren’t able to attend 92Y‘s discussion with Dame Hilary Mantel, two-time winner of the Man Booker Prize for her best-selling novels, “Wolf Hall,” and its sequel, “Bring Up …

Friday, March 20, 2015

Historic Wolf Hall Double-Bill Arrives on Broadway Tonight

by Adam Hetrick

The London productions of Wolf Hall and its sequel Bring Up the Bodies, based on the history novels by Hilary Mantel about Henry VIII, arrive on Broadway March 20 at the Winter Garden Theatre. Titled W…

Acclaimed U.K. State Adaptations of Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall Parts 1 & 2 Begin Previews on Broadway

by Broadway.com

The critically acclaimed U.K. stage adaptations of Hilary Mantel’s award-winning and best-selling novels Wolf Hall and its sequel Bring Up The Bodies begin Broadway previews on March 20. Penned by Mike Po…

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Photo Coverage: It's a British Invasion- Meet the Cast of Broadway's WOLF HALL!

by Walter McBride

Wolf Hall Parts 1 amp 2 will begin previews on Friday, March 20, 2015, at the Winter Garden Theatre, with an opening day set for Thursday, April 9, 2015. Wolf Hall Parts 1 amp 2 is based on the best selling nov…

Monday, March 9, 2015

WOLF HALL Author Hilary Mantel Wants to Write a Play

by BroadwayWorld

According to The New York Times, WOLF HALL and BRING UP THE BODIES novelist Hilary Mantel revealed at the 92nd Street Y last night, March 8, that she wants to try her hand at playwriting.

Memphis & Beautiful: The Carole King Musical Lead London's Olivier Award Nominations

by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Nominations have been announced for the 2015 Olivier Awards, which will take place at London’s Royal Opera House on April 12 and Broadway faves had a strong showing! Memphis the Musical led the pack with …

Thursday, February 26, 2015

Wolf Hall Double-Bill Offers $27 Student Tickets, Individual Performances Also for Sale

by Adam Hetrick and Mark Shenton, Carey Purcell

The Broadway engagement of Wolf Hall and its sequel Bring Up the Bodies, based on the history novels by Hilary Mantel about Henry VIII, which will begin performances March 20 at the Winter Garden Theat…

Wednesday, February 4, 2015

'Big' Ben Miles v 'Slow' Mark Rylance: Wolf Hall's Cromwell on stage and screen

by Mark Lawson

With the adaptations of Hilary Mantel’s novel for the RSC and the BBC, we have a rare opportunity to compare acting choicesRegular theatregoers accumulate comparisons between actors in classical roles: the Ha…

Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Watch First Trailer of Wolf Hall, Starring Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis & Jonathan Pryce

by Broadway.com

It was worth the wait! Check out below the first trailer of the TV adaptation of Hilary Mantel’s bestselling historical novels Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies. Two-time Tony winner Mark Rylance plays Th…

Monday, December 1, 2014

The Scottsboro Boys & Here Lies Love Win Big at 2014 London Evening Standard Theatre Awards

by Imogen Lloyd Webber

The 60th annual London Evening Standard Theatre Awards took place on November 30, with The Scottsboro Boys, off-Broadway hit Here Lies Love and the Broadway-bound Skylight taking home the night’s main pri…

Friday, October 31, 2014

Tix On Sale for Wolf Hall Double-Bill on Broadway

by Adam Hetrick and Mark Shenton

Tickets are now on sale for the Broadway engagement of Wolf Hall and its sequel Bring Up the Bodies, based on the history novels by Hilary Mantel about Henry VIII, which will begin performances this sp…

‘Wolf Hall Parts 1 & 2′ Is Now On Sale To The General Public

by Broadway's Best Shows

The Broadway transfer of the critically acclaimed Royal Shakespeare Company event, Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2, is officially on sale to the general public today, October 31, 2014. Based on the best selling nove…

Friday, September 26, 2014

American Stages: Steve Martin’s new musical and America’s top ten plays

by Catherine Gerbrands

Howard Sherman’s fortnightly dispatch from Broadway is your essential catch-up guide to all the latest news, rumours and castings on the other side of the Atlantic. In this edition, Wolf Hall and Bring Up th…

Production News: RSC’s Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies to open on Broadway

by Matthew Hemley

The Royal Shakespeare Company’s productions of Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies are to transfer to Broadway, where they will play at the Winter Garden Theatre. Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies end…

Thursday, September 25, 2014

Wolf Hall: lauded adaptations of Hilary Mantel novels coming to Broadway

by Amanda Holpuch In New York

Actors from acclaimed London productions of Wolf Hall and Bring Up The Bodies will be reprising their roles in New York next April Continue reading...

Theater News: The Royal Shakespeare Company's Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2 Will Transfer to Broadway

The theatrical experience is based on Hilary Mantel's Man Booker Prize-winning novels Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies.

Historic Wolf Hall Double-Bill Will Play Broadway’s Winter Garden with London Cast

by Adam Hetrick and Mark Shenton

The London productions of Wolf Hall and its sequel Bring Up the Bodies, based on the history novels by Hilary Mantel about Henry VIII, will arrive on Broadway this spring at the Winter Garden Theatre, producers…

Broadway Dates, Theater & Stars Announced for Stage Adaptations of Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall & Bring Up The Bodies

by Imogen Lloyd Webber

The speculation has proven true and the critically acclaimed U.K. stage adaptations of Hilary Mantel’s award-winning and best-selling novels Wolf Hall and its sequel Bring Up The Bodies will play the…

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