Kristin Scott Thomas and Lily James to star in the world premiere of Lyonesse by Penelope Skinner
Sonia Friedman Productions (SFP) is delighted to announce that Kristin Scott Thomas (Electra, Darkest Hour) and Lily James (All About Eve, Pam & Tommy) will star in the world premiere of Lyonesse, a searingly funny and passionate new play by Penelope Skinner (The Village Bike, Fresh Meat) directed by Ian Rickson (Jerusalem, Uncle Vanya). Lyonesse will play a strictly limited season from 17 October – 23 December 2023 at the Harold Pinter Theatre. Tickets go on sale at midday on Thursday 29 June at www.lyonesseonstage.com. Elaine (Kristin Scott Thomas) a reclusive and talented actress, disappears in mysterious circumstances. 30 years later, she finally feels ready to tell her story – summoning Kate, a young film executive (Lily James), to her … Continue reading Kristin Scott Thomas and Lily James to star in the world premiere of Lyonesse by Penelope Skinner
Pen International Announces Post Show Q&As in partnershipThe Pillowman
PEN International, which has been promoting literature and defending freedom of expression worldwide since 1921, is delighted to announce three post-show Q&As taking place in London this summer, as part of its unique partnership with the West End production of multi award-winning Martin McDonagh’s electrifying play The Pillowman which is running at the Duke of York’s theatre until 2 September 2023. Lily Allen plays Katurian, a writer in a police state who is interrogated about the content of her short stories and their similarities to several murders occurring in the town. Steve Pemberton plays Tupolski with Paul Kaye as Ariel and Matthew Tennyson as Michal. Featuring award winning writers, PEN International … Continue reading Pen International Announces Post Show Q&As in partnershipThe Pillowman
Full casting announced for Kathy and Stella Solve at Murder
As rehearsals begin today, Francesca Moody Productions, Kater Gordon, Wessex Grove and Fiery Angel announce the full cast and creative team for the new expanded version of Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder!, the sell-out smash-hit of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2022, which returns this … Continue reading Full casting announced for Kathy and Stella Solve at Murder
Mrs. Doubtfire extends in the West End until June 2024
Due to popular demand, the new hit family stage musical of Mrs. Doubtfire, which opened this week to critical acclaim at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London, has extended bookings until June 2024, with a new weekly schedule including Sunday performances … Continue reading Mrs. Doubtfire extends in the West End until June 2024
Full Casting Announced for THE FULL MONTY UK Tour Starring Jake Quickenden, Danny Hatchard and Bill Ward
Everyman Theatre Cheltenham & Buxton Opera House in association with Mark Goucher and David Pugh are delighted to announce full casting for the UK Tour of Simon Beaufoy’s THE FULL MONTY, opening at the Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham from 14 September 2023. Full tour schedule below. www.fullmontytheplay.com Joining the previously announced Danny Hatchard as Gaz, Jake Quickenden as Guy, Bill Ward as Gerald, Neil Hurst as Dave, Ben Onwukwe as Horse and Nicholas Prasad as Lomper will be Oliver Joseph Brooke, Katy Dean, Laura Matthews, Danny Mellor, Adam Porter Smith, Suzanne Procter, Alice Schofield, and Leyon Stolz-Hunter. The young actors playing the role of Nathan on tour will be Cass Dempsey, Theo Hills, Rowan Poulton and Jack Wisniewski. Danny Hatchard is probably best known for his role as Lee Carter in BBC One’s … Continue reading Full Casting Announced for THE FULL MONTY UK Tour Starring Jake Quickenden, Danny Hatchard and Bill Ward
Punchdrunk’s The Burnt City to play its final performance on september 24th
Following a record-breaking eighteen months in London, the final performance of Punchdrunk’s The Burnt City will be held on 24 September 2023, at the end of the current booking period. Opening in March 2022, the production has so far sold 200,000 tickets. … Continue reading Punchdrunk’s The Burnt City to play its final performance on september 24th
Sarah Snook to play all 26 characters in The Picture of Dorian Gray at Theatre Royal Haymarket
The smash-hit production of The Picture of Dorian Gray will make its UK premiere in January at The Theatre Royal Haymarket, starring the critically acclaimed Sarah Snook in a ground-breaking adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s only novel. This stunning modern reworking of Wilde’s devastatingly brilliant story is adapted and directed by Sydney Theatre Company’s Artistic Director Kip Williams The Picture of Dorian Gray will begin performances on Tuesday 23 January 2024, with a Press Night on Wednesday 31 January 2024. The Picture of Dorian Gray goes on sale today, Thursday 22 June, with tickets available at www.doriangrayplay.com Wilde’s timeless text is revolutionised by William’s celebrated collision of form employing an explosive … Continue reading Sarah Snook to play all 26 characters in The Picture of Dorian Gray at Theatre Royal Haymarket
Blood Brothers Announces Latest UK Tour Dates
Bill Kenwright‘s legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers continues to tour across the UK with latest dates, venues and casting announced. The much-loved musical, known for sell out houses across the country, returns after a short break with gusto from 26 June to late 2023. Starting back in Norwich, Blood Brothers will travel up and down the country this summer and autumn with further venues to be announced. Niki Colwell Evans and Sean Jones, will continue to play the iconic roles of Mrs Johnstone and Mickey Johnstone respectively, with Gemma Brodrick stepping into the role of Linda, the “role of a lifetime” … Continue reading Blood Brothers Announces Latest UK Tour Dates
Lizard Boy to record live Cast Album
Prospect Theater Company & Lizard Boy Entertainment are pleased to announce that the critically-acclaimed production of Lizard Boy, currently playing Off-Broadway at Theatre Row, will record a Live Cast Album, with a release date to be announced later this year. The live recording will take place at performances held on Wednesday June 21, Friday June 23 and Wednesday June 28th. The public is invited to join the audience for the recording by purchasing tickets at www.ProspectTheater.org/lizardboy. The show is written by triple threat composer Justin Huertas whose “intuitive lyrics” and “lovely melodies” have been praised by The New York Times. The Wrap applauds Huertas as a “great new songwriter” who has created … Continue reading Lizard Boy to record live Cast Album
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