Michael Sheen Founds Welsh National Theatre
Actor Michael Sheen funds and launches the new Welsh National Theatre, opening with 'Our Town' in Swansea. A bold response to funding cuts threatening Welsh arts.
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Les Liaisons Dangereuses returns to National Theatre in 2026
Christopher Hampton's classic play 'Les Liaisons Dangereuses' is set for a major revival at the National Theatre in 2026. Discover dates and details for this theatrical event.
Dear Son: Indigenous Fatherhood Explored in Moving Theatre
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.
London's scariest show uses binaural sound tech
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.
Chichester's A Boy Called Christmas Review: Lacks Wonder
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.
JB Priestley's When We Are Married at Donmar Warehouse
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.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child sales fall by £10m
The West End hit 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' saw turnover drop by £10m last year as audiences felt the economic pinch. Discover the full financial impact and industry trends.
S4 bus cuts leave Sutton residents stranded for over an hour
Residents in Sutton face hour-long waits as TfL cuts S4 bus frequency. Students are left behind and elderly passengers struggle in the cold. MP Bobby Dean demands service restoration.
London's Best Theatre 2025: Jamie Lloyd Dominates
Discover the definitive list of London's top theatre productions in 2025, where major revivals from Jamie Lloyd and Ivo van Hove stole the spotlight. Find out which shows made the cut and what's coming next.
S4 bus cuts strand South London pupils and elderly
South London residents face hour-long waits and overcrowded buses after TfL cut S4 frequency. Schoolchildren and vulnerable people are left stranded. Read the full story and see how it's impacting the community.
Oh, Mary! West End Review: Broadway Hit Lands in London
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.
Oh, Mary! Broadway Transfer Divides London Critics
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.
When Panto Goes Wrong: Actors' Most Painful On-Stage Moments
As pantomime season hits full swing, UK actors reveal the explosive, painful and hilarious reality behind the magic – from pyrotechnic accidents to mid-air breakdowns.
Review: Sam Grabiner's 'Christmas Day' at Almeida Theatre
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.
Review: Little Bulb's 'The Nutcracker' at St Martin's Theatre
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.
Little Bulb's Nutcracker: A DIY Christmas Spectacle
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.
Windrush-themed Dick Whittington panto reviewed
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.
Stoppard's Indian Ink Revival at Hampstead Theatre
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 in Stoppard's Indian Ink at Hampstead
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.
Paranormal Activity Stage Show Review: A West End Fright
The Paranormal Activity stage play at London's Ambassadors Theatre delivers masterful horror, leaving audiences terrified and awestruck. Read our full review.
Paranormal Activity Stage Show Terrifies West End Audiences
The West End stage adaptation of 'Paranormal Activity' at the Ambassadors Theatre is a masterclass in horror, directed by Felix Barrett of Punchdrunk. ★★★★ review.
Into the Woods Review: London's Must-See Christmas Show
Jordan Fein's stunning production of Sondheim's 'Into the Woods' at the Bridge Theatre is the perfect festive alternative to pantomime. A masterclass in musical theatre with a flawless cast.
RSC's Ambitious Forsyte Saga Adaptation Premieres
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.
Singin' in the Rain Review: Royal Exchange's Splash Hit
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!
Pinocchio Musical Review: Shakespeare's Globe
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.
James Graham's 'The Fatal Punch' Grips Young Audiences on Tour
James Graham's powerful new play 'The Fatal Punch' is touring UK schools, engaging younger audiences with its story of a single act of violence. Discover how theatre is tackling urgent social issues.
Before the Millennium review: A powerful theatrical reckoning
A powerful new play at Oxford's Old Fire Station explores the legacy of Section 28 and the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Discover this must-see theatrical reckoning.
Dog Man Musical's London Debut & Adapting Children's Classics
Dog Man: The Musical is set for its London debut at the Southbank Centre next summer. We explore how theatre makers successfully adapt beloved children's books for the stage, from The Gruffalo to My Neighbour Totoro.
Royal Shakespeare Company cuts 11% of jobs
The Royal Shakespeare Company plans to cut its workforce by 11% and merge costume departments to save £2.8m annually, citing a 'perilous' financial situation due to funding cuts and soaring costs. Read the full story.
Australian Theatre Legend Toni Lamond Dies Aged 93
Australian stage icon Toni Lamond has died at 93. A critic recalls how a VHS tape of 'The Pirates of Penzance' revealed Lamond's genius, shaping a lifelong love of theatre. Read her tribute.
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