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.
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.
The Paranormal Activity stage play at London's Ambassadors Theatre delivers masterful horror, leaving audiences terrified and awestruck. Read our full review.
The West End stage adaptation of 'Paranormal Activity' at the Ambassadors Theatre is a masterclass in horror, directed by Felix Barrett of Punchdrunk. ★★★★ review.
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.
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.
Bath's popular Christmas market, celebrating its 25th year, is under fire for high prices and crowds. We explore the controversy and the official response. Discover if the criticism is fair.
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.
The upcoming 'Game of Thrones' spin-off, 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms', promises a refreshing change. Based on George R.R. Martin's 'Dunk and Egg' tales, it swaps epic battles for character-driven humour. Discover why this shift is a welcome relief for
Discover Mad Swans, the provocative new UK staycation resort near Bath. With a 12-hole golf course, neon buggies, and a focus on fun, it's redefining the British countryside break. Find out more.
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: 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.
Your weekly art dispatch: Henry VIII's lost dagger on show, Sufi life at the British Museum, a new Paula Rego exhibition, and a Fabergé egg sells for £23m.
A thief who swallowed a £14,250 Fabergé egg has 'naturally passed' the jewel to police. The unique Octopussy egg, encrusted with 183 diamonds, was recovered intact after six days. Read the full story.
A unique Fabergé pendant, swallowed by a suspect, has been recovered after a six-day police watch. The £14,250 Octopussy-inspired jewel is now evidence. Read the full story.
A rare, James Bond-inspired Fabergé egg pendant has been recovered by police six days after a suspect swallowed it. The £14,250 jewel was monitored until it passed naturally.
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.
Noël Coward's 'Fallen Angels' receives a witty, champagne-fuelled revival at London's Menier Chocolate Factory. Read our review of the hilarious battle of wits.
Read our review of 'Snow Mice', the enchanting Christmas puppet show captivating families at Bath's Egg Theatre. Discover the magic of this festive must-see.
Hannah McPake's intelligent new Christmas musical at Cardiff's Sherman theatre whisks a grown-up Alice back to Wonderland. A playful lesson in cherishing your inner child. Catch it until 3 January.
A temporary 500-seat theatre made from recycled fabric and timber could open on Marble Arch island in 2026. Westminster Council is set to decide on the plan.
The Guardian invites theatre lovers to share their top stage productions of 2025. Discover the standout shows that defined the year in British theatre.
A historic Fabergé egg, commissioned by Tsar Nicholas II, has sold for a world-record £22.9m at Christie's London. Discover the story of this imperial masterpiece.
A historic Faberge egg, the Winter Egg, has sold at Christie's in London for a staggering £22.9 million, setting a new world auction record. Discover the story behind this imperial treasure.
London Theatre Direct's massive Cyber Monday sale offers discounts of up to 50% on over 70 West End shows, including Hamilton and Stranger Things. Act fast to secure these limited-time deals.