Theatre News and Reviews

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Rehearsal images released for Jonathan Bailey in RICHARD II

By Emmie Newitt Tuesday, January 7 2025, 10:00

Nicholas Hytner's fresh take on Shakespeare's subtle, caustic and powerful play has begun rehearsals with the production opening next month.

jonathan bailey richard ii bridge theatre Jonathan Bailey in rehearsals for Richard II. Photo by Craig Sugden.

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07 Jan

New Shows

UK premiere of DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS announced for Menier Chocolate Factory

By Emmie Newitt Tuesday, January 7 2025, 07:30

Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen's production will open in March, following their current critically acclaimed revival of The Producers.

dracula a comedy of terrors menier chocolate factory Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors artwork.

06 Jan

Casts

Full cast announced for ALTERATIONS at National Theatre

By Emmie Newitt Monday, January 6 2025, 15:15

The National's Lyttelton Theatre will host the revival of Michael Abbensetts' era-defining comedy next month for a limited run. The award-winning writer, born in Guyana and celebrated in Britain, returns to the spotlight with this iconic production.

alterations national theatre cast Karl Collins, Arinzé Kene, Gershwyn Eustache Jnr and Cherrelle Skeete. Headshots provided by production.

06 Jan

Casts

Full cast announced for BACKSTROKE at Donmar Warehouse

By Emmie Newitt Monday, January 6 2025, 14:33

The world premiere of Anna Mackim's new play will open at the Donmar Warehouse next month following the sold-out run of Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812.

backstroke donmar warehouse cast Celie Imrie, Tamsin Greig and Lucy Briers headshots. Provided by the production.