Sunday, November 8, 2026

'Nero' review — the formidably cruel Roman Emperor becomes a musical star by Matt Wolf

A hard-working Andrew Barth Feldman plays the ruthless Roman emperor in this bewildering musical mishmash scored by the late Duncan Sheik; Sally Dexter - in fine, feral voice - plays the doo…

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 06:18AM[SHARE]
Friday, November 6, 2026

Patrick Stewart — a commanding stage performer with a singular voice by Matt Wolf

Patrick Stewart dazzled in theatre forays ranging from Shakespeare to Dickens, Ibsen to Edward Albee

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Wednesday, November 4, 2026

'Ceilidh The Musical' review — join in the fun with this festive celebration of Scottish dance by Matt Wolf

The Tony-winning director Sam Pinkleton (Oh, Mary!) brings this heartfelt Scottish knees-up to London following runs in Baltimore and Edinburgh.

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 06:11AM[SHARE]
Sunday, November 1, 2026

November on the London Stage: Nero, a Radiohead Hamlet and a Sondheim Celebration by Matt Wolf

From an infamous emperor to a pioneering scribe and musicals honoring two great composers who are no longer with us, November on the London stage offers a characteristically broad bill of fa…

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Friday, October 23, 2026

Triumph / Golden Boy, Almeida Theatre - the Almeida fires on multiple cylinders by Matt Wolf

Triumph / Golden Boy, Almeida Theatre - the Almeida fires on multiple cylinders Matt Wolf Fri, 10/23/2026 - 17:00 Rare opportunity for an emotionally raw Al…

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Thursday, October 22, 2026

'Derren Brown: Only Human' review — a truly astonishing performance from the master showman by Matt Wolf

Derren Brown, age 55, continues to astonish in his first solo West End entry in four years

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026

The Cherry Orchard, Harold Pinter Theatre review - Chekhov at his most choice by Matt Wolf

The Cherry Orchard, Harold Pinter Theatre review - Chekhov at his most choice Matt Wolf Wed, 10/21/2026 - 11:45 Ian Rickson and Kristin Scott Thomas once mo…

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Friday, October 9, 2026

Rent, Tom Stoppard Theatre review - roof-raising reappraisal by Matt Wolf

Rent, Tom Stoppard Theatre review - roof-raising reappraisal Matt Wolf Fri, 10/09/2026 - 13:59   ★★★★★ RENT, TOM STOPPARD THEATRE Roof-rais…

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Rent, Tom Stoppard Theatre review - roof-raising reappraisal by Matt Wolf

Rent, Tom Stoppard Theatre review - roof-raising reappraisal Matt Wolf Fri, 09/10/2026   ★★★★★ RENT, TOM STOPPARD THEATRE Roof-raising reap…

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Rent, Tom Stoppard Theatre review - roof-raising reappraisal by Matt Wolf

Rent, Tom Stoppard Theatre review - roof-raising reappraisal Matt Wolf Fri, 10/09/2026 - 13:59 Jonathan Larson's New York-centred show finds a loving London…

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Thursday, October 1, 2026

October on the London Stage: Christine Baranski, Gillian Anderson and Phantom at 40 by Matt Wolf

The theatrical enticements are arriving thick and fast during the month ahead, which finds a beloved Broadway and TV name making her U.K. stage debut and the return of a scorching American c…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:15AM[SHARE]
Friday, September 25, 2026

'Table 17' review — the fantastic cast make a hearty meal out of this charming romcom by Matt Wolf

Tony winner Zhailon Levingston (Cats: the Jellicle Ball) brings Douglas Lyons's Off Broadway play Off West End, with double Olivier nominee Marisha Wallace as the sassy flight attendant, ori…

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 12:27PM[SHARE]
Wednesday, September 16, 2026

'Darkling' review — Linnea Berthelsen makes a committed London stage debut in this catastrophic drama by Matt Wolf

Stranger Things star Linnea Berthelsen shoulders the burden of Titas Halder's merciless retelling of the environmental calamity in Bhopal, India, in 1984

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 05:58AM[SHARE]
Tuesday, September 1, 2026

September on the London Stage: Skylar Astin, Mark Rylance, Maria Friedman & More by Matt Wolf

September always marks an uptick in activity in any theater capital and that is doubly true of London this year, with the advent of fall bringing to the stage numerous Tony and Olivier Award…

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Saturday, August 22, 2026

'As You Like It' review — a raucously entertaining take on this surpassingly sweet comedy by Matt Wolf

Lola Shalam turns from Juliet to a Rottweiler-like Rosalind in this revelry-filled production of Shakespeare's abiding comedy

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 09:56AM[SHARE]
Saturday, August 1, 2026

August on the London Stage: Christine Lahti, Cats, Death Note: The Musical & More by Matt Wolf

August is often a time for theatrical hibernation, but not in London. This summer finds the capital busier than ever, as it plays host to Oscar, Tony and Olivier Award winners across a range…

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Tuesday, July 14, 2026

'Tender' review — this quietly astonishing thriller is tough-minded and terrific by Matt Wolf

Eleanor Tindall's splendid two-hander gets a deserved upgrade to the Bush Theatre mainstage. Emily Aboud once again directs.

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 08:12AM[SHARE]
Friday, July 10, 2026

'Allegra' review — Maureen Lipman bursts into song in Peter Quilter's whimsical play by Matt Wolf

Maureen Lipman, age 80, brings a misbegotten vanity production to the West End, written by Peter Quilter, the author of "Glorious!" and "End of the Rainbow"

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 08:17AM[SHARE]
Monday, July 6, 2026

'Cyrano de Bergerac' review — Adrian Lester is remarkable in this absolute triumph of a show by Matt Wolf

Adrian Lester and Susannah Fielding headline a remarkable reappraisal of the 1897 classic, here directed by Simon Evans, who co-authored the new version with Debris Stevenson.

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 12:00PM[SHARE]
Wednesday, July 1, 2026

‘Sinatra, The Musical’: Regrets, We Have a Few by Matt Wolf

A West End production has the hits, and Joel Harper-Jackson brings swagger and style to the leading role. But where’s the pizazz?

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July on the London Stage: Ben Platt in Midnight at the Never Get, Arcadia Returns & More by Matt Wolf

It’s been heat wave time in London, but playhouses for the most part have been welcoming and cool. Whatever the weather, July on the London stage promises its usual bounty, from a revival …

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Friday, June 26, 2026

Pride, National Theatre review - full-on musical aims at the heart by Matt Wolf

Pride, National Theatre review - full-on musical aims at the heart Matt Wolf Fri, 06/26/2026 - 09:45 Small-scale film becomes major emotional experience as …

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Thursday, June 25, 2026

'The Truth' review — Florian Zeller's intricately plotted comedy is gorgeously acted by Matt Wolf

Stephen Mangan has his best role since "The Norman Conquests" in revival of Florian Zeller's densely woven if rather heartless play: Janie Dee lends ace support

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 06:58AM[SHARE]
Saturday, June 20, 2026

'Much Ado About Nothing' review — this glorious production is the Globe at its very best by Matt Wolf

Pippa Nixon and Ken Nwosu play Beatrice and Benedick, and Joseph Potter all but steals the show as the unashamedly malevolent Don John; Chelsea Walker directs, beautifully

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 09:14AM[SHARE]

Glengarry Glen Ross, Old Vic review - ladies' night at odds with Mamet's machismo by Matt Wolf

Glengarry Glen Ross, Old Vic review - ladies' night at odds with Mamet's machismo Matt Wolf Sat, 06/20/2026 - 08:13 David Mamet's 1983 scorcher is problemat…

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Friday, June 5, 2026

'Are You Watching?' review — this scalding new play examines sex, violence and the online world by Matt Wolf

Debut playwright channels the great Caryl Churchill in her 65-minute play about the grim intersection of carnality and chaos, desire and dread: Jess Edwards directs the expert cast of six he…

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 10:16AM[SHARE]
Monday, June 1, 2026

June on the London Stage: War Horse Returns, Cabaret Welcomes Joy Woods & More by Matt Wolf

It’s been hot outside and temperatures are keeping pace on London stages, as well, with a host of high-profile performers in productions to match, alongside a welcome newcomer or two to br…

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What’s On in London Theaters This Summer by Matt Wolf

Catherine Tate, Greek classics and plenty in between — here’s our selection of West End productions for Londoners and visitors to check out over the coming months.

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Sunday, May 24, 2026

Krapp's Last Tape/Godot's To-Do List, Royal Court review - Beckett pairing is a homecoming twice over by Matt Wolf

Krapp's Last Tape/Godot's To-Do List, Royal Court review - Beckett pairing is a homecoming twice over Matt Wolf Sun, 05/24/2026 - 11:46 Oscar winner Gary Ol…

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Tuesday, May 19, 2026

'Equus' review — this deeply impassioned revival of Peter Shaffer's play is a wild ride by Matt Wolf

Newcomer Noah Valentine makes a stunning impact as Alan Strang, opposite Toby Stephens's Martin Dysart, in Lindsay Posner's deeply felt revival of the 1973 Peter Shaffer play.

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 11:21AM[SHARE]
Friday, May 15, 2026

'Stage Kiss' review — this American backstage comedy takes a wry look at intimacy by Matt Wolf

MyAnna Buring inherits Jessica Hecht's Off Broadway role as She in the UK debut of Sarah Ruhl's play, which suggests Coward and Pirandello crossed with "Noises Off"

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 10:11AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, May 13, 2026

'I'm Not Being Funny' review — comedy is therapy in this intimate and heartfelt show by Matt Wolf

A radiant Tia Bannon and the likeable Jerome Yates play parents under pressure in Piers Black's grief-laden two-hander that honours its title

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 12:56PM[SHARE]
Monday, May 11, 2026

Grace Pervades, Theatre Royal Haymarket review - Ralph Fiennes starrer seems like old times by Matt Wolf

Ralph Fiennes plays Henry Irving opposite a radiant Miranda Raison as Ellen Terry in David Hare's backward-glancing play, directed by Jeremy Herrin

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 08:09AM[SHARE]
Thursday, May 7, 2026

Grace Pervades, Theatre Royal Haymarket review - Ralph Fiennes starrer seems like old times by Matt Wolf

Grace Pervades, Theatre Royal Haymarket review - Ralph Fiennes starrer seems like old times Matt Wolf Thu, 05/07/2026 - 13:34 ★★★ GRACE PERVADE…

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Friday, May 1, 2026

May on the London Stage: 1536, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, Jinkx Monsoon as Judy Garland & More by Matt Wolf

Spring is truly in the London air, and with it has come an uptick in openings big and small. The titles embrace the familiar and the unknown, adaptations of films alongside an off-Broadway p…

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Tuesday, April 21, 2026

"Between The River and The Sea" review — this thoughtful solo show reflects on identity and tolerance by Matt Wolf

A charismatic, empathic Yousef Sweid stars in his and Isabella Sedlak\'s solo play about a twice-divorced Palestinian Israeli search for identity in an ever more binary world

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 07:54PM[SHARE]
Monday, April 13, 2026

At the 2026 Olivier Awards, Musicals Are All the Rage by Houman Barekat, Matt Wolf and Tess Felder

Critics reflect on the 2026 Olivier Awards, which recognized homegrown British talent and some productions headed for New York.

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Critic Matt Wolf goes behind the scenes at the biggest night in London theatre: the Olivier Awards, which this year celebrates its 50th anniversary. by Matt Wolf

"Paddington" got seven Olivier gongs, but "Into the Woods," "Evita," and the sleeper success that is "Kenrex" held their own

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 07:13AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, April 8, 2026

'Copenhagen' review " fraught real-world events lend new power to Michael Frayn's play by Matt Wolf

Damien Molony and a miscast Richard Schiff play Heisenberg and Bohr in he first London revival of Michael Frayn's Tony-winning drama; Alex Kingston plays Margrethe, for which Blair Brown won…

SOURCE: LondonTheatre.co.uk at 01:31PM[SHARE]
Saturday, April 4, 2026

Romeo & Juliet, Harold Pinter Theatre review - time waits for no man (or woman) by Matt Wolf

Romeo & Juliet, Harold Pinter Theatre review - time waits for no man (or woman) Matt Wolf Sat, 04/04/2026 - 12:35 ★★★★ ROMEO & JULIET,…

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