Orphans review: A peculiar gem at Jermyn Street Theatre
Lyle Kessler's 80s drama 'Orphans' receives a gripping revival in London, featuring an outstanding cast in a claustrophobic power play. See it until 24 January.
Lyle Kessler's 80s drama 'Orphans' receives a gripping revival in London, featuring an outstanding cast in a claustrophobic power play. See it until 24 January.
A powerful theatrical adaptation of essays by Indigenous fathers, including Stan Grant and Troy Cassar-Daley, offers a vulnerable and warm exploration of fatherhood, trauma, and healing at Belvoir Street Theatre.
Thea Sharrock directs a stage version of the classic Western 'High Noon' in London. Featuring Billy Crudup and Denise Gough, it's an entertaining show that feels more like a screenplay on stage. ★★★☆☆
Billy Crudup and Denise Gough star in a tense West End adaptation of the classic western, its McCarthy-era allegory finding powerful new relevance. At the Harold Pinter theatre until 6 March.
Experience immersive horror at Hampstead Theatre with 'A Ghost in Your Ear'. This innovative show uses binaural microphones for chilling 3D audio. Not for the faint-hearted.
Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is devastated after the death of her one-year-old twin son, Nkanu Nnamdi. The family requests privacy as they mourn.
Sheridan Smith delivers a powerful performance in Alan Ayckbourn's 1985 play about a woman's mental breakdown. The ★★★☆☆ production runs at London's Duke of York's Theatre. Read our full review.
Barbara Bergin's 'Dublin Gothic' at the Abbey Theatre traces four families through 100 years of the city's history, from slums to the Aids crisis. A teeming, ambitious production.
Michael Reagan, the conservative commentator and eldest son of former US President Ronald Reagan, has died at the age of 80. Read about his life and legacy.
Banished Faithful Judy Wilson reveals cast suspicions of a hidden father-son duo on The Traitors, plus her take on the secret traitor. Read the exclusive interview.
Richard Brinsley Sheridan's classic comedy 'The Rivals' gets a 1920s makeover at the Orange Tree Theatre. Our review of this heady, flapper-ish revival full of festive fun and comic shenanigans.
Stan's new Australian drama 'Dear Life' features a powerful performance by Brooke Satchwell. The four-part series explores life's pivotal moments with raw emotion. Stream it now.
Japanese investment giant SoftBank Group is set to acquire digital infrastructure investor DigitalBridge in a $4bn deal, dramatically expanding its AI-focused assets. Discover the strategic move behind this major acquisition.
The Broadway musical 'Anastasia' makes its Australian premiere in Melbourne. Our review finds a visually lavish but historically shallow show, saved only by a few standout performances.
Chichester Festival Youth Theatre's musical adaptation of Matt Haig's 'A Boy Called Christmas' is visually charming but let down by humdrum songs and a staid script. Runs until 31 December.
Tim Sheader directs a charming revival of JB Priestley's 1934 comedy at the Donmar Warehouse, where three couples discover their marriages are invalid. A playfully subversive look at gender and class.
Cole Escola's Broadway comedy 'Oh, Mary!' arrives at London's Trafalgar Theatre. Our review asks if the hype matches the reality for UK audiences. Book tickets for the run until April 2026.
Cole Escola's Broadway hit 'Oh, Mary!' brings its lewd historical farce to London's Trafalgar Theatre. Our review asks if the camp chaos offers more than puerile humour.
The Guardian has issued corrections for several articles, including the date a critical incident was declared at Royal Stoke University Hospital and clarifying the junior doctors' strike is in England only. Read the full list of amendments.
Sam Grabiner's fearless dark comedy 'Christmas Day' explores a dysfunctional London Jewish family's festive clash. Now playing at the Almeida Theatre, Islington until 8 Jan 2026.
Nick Reiner, son of Hollywood director Rob Reiner, faces two counts of first-degree murder after his parents were found stabbed. The charges could bring life without parole or the death penalty.
A wildly imaginative, Olivier-nominated spin on the Christmas classic for children, featuring sword fights, crooning mice and cheesy gags. On until 4 January in London.
Olivier-winning theatre company Little Bulb presents a playful, interactive adaptation of 'The Nutcracker' for families in London this Christmas. Runs 17 Dec 2025 - 4 Jan 2026.
A thoughtful Windrush-themed take on Dick Whittington at Catford's Broadway Theatre is entertaining but lacks the oomph of London's top pantos. Runs until 31 Dec 2025.
Tom Stoppard's lesser-known play 'Indian Ink' is revived at Hampstead Theatre, featuring Felicity Kendal in a poignant tribute to the late playwright. Running until 31 Jan 2026.
Felicity Kendal delivers a formidable performance in the first London revival of Tom Stoppard's Indian Ink since the playwright's death. A moving epitaph at Hampstead Theatre.
Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele found stabbed to death. Their son arrested as Donald Trump posts controversial tribute. Latest updates.
The RSC launches a monumental two-part adaptation of The Forsyte Saga at Stratford's Swan Theatre. Discover our review of this ambitious seven-hour theatrical event.
Read our review of the dazzling new production of 'Singin' in the Rain' at Manchester's Royal Exchange Theatre, where classic Hollywood meets innovative stagecraft. Book your tickets now!
Charlie Josephine and Jim Fortune's new family musical 'Pinocchio' swaps Collodi's darkness for humour and heart at Shakespeare's Globe, London, until 4 January.