King Lear review – David Threlfall makes a moving Lear, but why is he playing the Fool too? by Mark Lawson

Royal Exchange theatre, ManchesterMatthew Dunster’s disruptive reinvention of the tragedy merges two roles for its star and at times enters Game of Thrones territoryThe TV series Successio…

“King Lear” Unmasks Performative Politics—OTP @Z Space by Jenyth Jo

Michael Moran Spotlights Tragedy of Spectacle over Substance by Jenyth Jo Oakland Theater Project’s innovative “King Lear” offers competing visuals and viewpoints that reflect the divi…

***** KING LEAR REVIEW – IAN MCDIARMID IS A TITANIC, HEARTBREAKING WONDER by Robert Shuman

(Mark Lawson’s article appeared in the Guardian; From emperor to king … Ian McDiarmid as Lear at the Crucible theatre. Photograph: Johan Persson) Crucible theatre, Sheffield The 82-year…

“AMERICAN CLASSIC” BRINGS EXCEPTIONAL LIFE TO THE THEATRE — ON TV by Ron Fassler

Jon Tenney, Len Cariou, Kevin Kline, Nell Verlaque, and Laura Linney in “American Classic.”September 6, 2026: Theatre Yesterday and Today, by Ron FasslerIt’s not often that film can o…

King Lear review – Ian McDiarmid is a titanic, heartbreaking wonder by Mark Lawson

Crucible theatre, Sheffield The 82-year-old actor gives a performance of absolute authenticity and clarity as the erratic demagogue in a uniformly impressive productionThe word “nothing”…

Review: King Lear at The Crucible Theatre, Sheffield by Benedict Pignatelli

Review: King Lear at The Crucible Theatre, Sheffield "King Lear is a triumph" The post Review: King Lear at The Crucible Theatre, Sheffield appeared first on Theatre Weekly.

AUGUST RUSH: A NEW MUSICAL, THE BALUSTERS, MEXODUS and More Set for The Old Globe 2027 Season

The Old Globe has revealed its 2027 season, featuring five world premieres, a West Coast premiere, three San Diego premieres and a Summer Shakespeare Festival led by Jay O. Sanders in the ti…

Old Globe Season to Feature Jay O. Sanders as King Lear by Dgordon

David Gordon| Sanders will play the aging monarch next summer. ||San Diego|August Rush,Jay O. Sanders,King Lear,The Old Globe [...] Read More... from Old Globe Season to Feature Jay O. Sande…

Get your tickets to the most delightful show of the summer! by The Old Globe

Much Ado About Nothing By William Shakespeare Directed by Barry Edelstein Find tickets: https://www.theoldglobe.org/pdp/26-season/much-ado-about-nothing Love, laughter, and mischief take c…

Eden Espinosa and Tally Sessions star in The Old Globe's Much Ado About Nothing by The Old Globe

Much Ado About Nothing By William Shakespeare Directed by Barry Edelstein Find tickets: https://www.theoldglobe.org/pdp/26-season/much-ado-about-nothing Love, laughter, and mischief take c…

Vicki and Carl Zeiger Insights Seminar: Much Ado About Nothing by The Old Globe

Danielle Mages Amato, Director of New Plays and Dramaturgy, interviews Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein about his production of Much Ado About Nothing. Vicki and Carl Ze…

Russell Hornsby, Chanté Adams & More to Star in Off-Broadway Revival of Seven Guitars at LCT by Sophia Rubino

The cast and creative team are complete for the upcoming off-Broadway production of Seven Guitars, directed Ruben Santiago-Hudson, who won a Tony Award for appearing in the original producti…

At Hudson Valley Shakespeare, a ‘King Lear’ Worth Traveling For by Helen Shaw

A beautifully observed version of a man’s final act, along with a lively staging of “As You Like It,” engage the surrounding mountains in conversation.

This Week on Broadway for July 12, 2026: King Lear @ Hudson Valley Shakespeare by James Marino

Peter Filichia, James Marino, and Michael Portantiere review King Lear @ Hudson Valley Shakespeare, The Loved Ones @ Irish Rep, Giulia: The Poison Queen Of Palermo @ Perelman Performing Arts…

John Douglas Thompson Will Play King Lear in TFANA’s 2026-27 Season by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| This is the first season fully programmed by new artistic director Arin Arbus. ||Brooklyn|America,America Who Hurt You?,Anne Carson,Arin Arbus,Classix,Daniel Fish,Elektra,Eri…

John Douglas Thompson in King Lear, Sarah Jones' America, Who Hurt You?, More Will Bow via Theatre for a New Audience by Logan Culwell-Block

The Off-Broadway company has unveiled its upcoming season, the first programmed by new Artistic Director Arin Arbus.

Bowls with the Bard takes a big swing at ‘King Lear’ by Toni Tresca

This circus-set stoner take on King Lear boldly reimagines Shakespeare's tragedy to mixed results.

The Tempest review – Kenneth Branagh returns to the RSC in this enchanting production by Arifa Akbar

Royal Shakespeare theatre, Stratford-upon-AvonProspero is reimagined as a conductor in this superbly orchestrated version of Shakespeare’s tragicomedyKenneth Branagh is said to have played…

Hudson Valley Shakespeare Opens New Permanent Home, the Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| The first show in the new theater will be William Shakespeare’s As You Like It. ||New York|As You Like It,Hudson Valley Shakespeare,King Lear,Les Misérables,William Shakes…

Fit for a king: Ian McKellen to play Lear at newly rebuilt Yard theatre in east London by Chris Wiegand Stage Editor

Role marks a major return for the actor after falling off the stage in 2024 and is a coup for the forward-thinking theatreIan McKellen is to play King Lear in his first major theatrical role…

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Photos: Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe in ROMEO & JULIET

All new production photos have been released from Romeo & Juliet, starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe. Directed by Robert Icke, the production is now playing at the Harold Pinter Theatre u…

Cameron Pow Returns to The Lion King on Broadway as Zazu by Jonah De Forest

The Lion King welcomes Cameron Pow back to Pride Rock on March 24. The seasoned performer will step into the part of Zazu, having previously played the role on Broadway intermittently fro…

THE LION KING Welcomes Returning Cast Member Cameron Pow as Zazu

The Lion King will welcome back Cameron Pow as Zazu beginning tonight Tuesday, March 24. Pow previously played the role on Broadway intermittently from 2009 to 2013 before taking over the ro…

Tony Nominee Elizabeth A. Davis to Perform in Blood/Love Off-Broadway by Jonah De Forest

Elizabeth A. Davis is getting a new set of fangs. The Tony nominee will play Valerie Bloodlove in select performances of the off-Broadway musical Blood/Love, serving as an alternate for the …

Elizabeth Marvel, Andrew Burnap, & More Join THE GILDED AGE Season 4

New casting details have been announced for the upcoming fourth season of The Gilded Age, the HBO costume drama full of Broadway and stage veterans. According to Deadline, Kelley Curran, who…

A Stunning 'King Lear' That Reveals, Finally, a King in Full by Helen Shaw

Ten actors wear the crowns in Karin Coonrod's production, which is rich with twilight revelation, at La MaMa in Manhattan.

King Lear (Compagnia de' Colombari) by Tony Marinelli

By loosening the moorings that usually tether one actor to one role, director and adaptor Karin Coonrod peers, with unusual intimacy, into Lear's psychic weather. The choice to distribute hi…

Watch a Preview of 'Into the Woods' at the Bridge Theatre by BroadwayWorld

London Theatre Company has released a trailer from Into The Woods. The major new production, directed by Jordan Fein with set and costume design by Tom Scutt, is now playing the Bridge Theat…

Review: Power Slips Away, One Lear at a Time, in King Lear at La MaMa

At This Theatre: The James Earl Jones by JK

At This Theatre: The James Earl Jones Built in 1912, this theater was named for its owner, John Cort, and remained so until 2022, when it was renamed for renowned actor James Earl Jones…

A Many-Headed 'Lear,' a Theatrical 'Dinner With André' by American Theatre Editors

Karin Coonrod explains why 'King Lear' is apocalyptic but not bleak, and a new staging of an iconic film returns it to its theatrical roots.

Michael Potts and More Announced for Compagnia de' Colombari's King Lear

Video: Rob Colletti & Hayley Podschun Sing 'Sue Me' from GUYS AND DOLLS

Watch Rob Colletti and Hayley Podschun perform "Sue Me" from Guys and Dolls. Directed By Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello (Porgy and Bess, Turandot, West Side S…

'The best thing I have ever witnessed on stage': readers' favourite theatre of 2025 by Guardian Readers and Alfie Packham

A transcendent new take on King Lear, a thrilling Evita and a show at Glasgow's revamped Citizens that reduced one viewer to a 'blubbering wreck' are among your highlights' More on the best …

Video: 'Luck Be a Lady' from GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company

Take your first look at "Luck Be a Lady" performed by Jacob Dickey and the company of GUYS AND DOLLS at Sakespeare Theatre Company. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Fr…

Laowang: A Chinatown King Lear by Wendy Caster

The title Laowang: A Chinatown King Lear (written by Alex Lin; directed by Joshua Kahan Brody) is immediately intriguing. Unfortunately, the play does not live up to the title. Yes, th…

Video: Kyle Taylor Parker Sings 'Sit Down, You're Rockin' The Boat' from GUYS AND DOLLS

Take your first look at "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat" performed by Kyle Taylor Parker and the company of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Frances…

Video: GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company

Get a first look at Sakespeare Theatre Company's holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello (Porgy and Bess, Turandot,…

Photos: Hayley Podschun, Julie Benko and More Star in GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company

akespeare Theatre Company has released photos of its holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello (Porgy and Bess, Turan…