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So, do I like Machinal? Yes, I do. I think it's extraordinary (and depressing as hell) that such contemporary relevance can be found in a ninety-year-old text.
New musical Prom Queen will receive a workshop presentation at The Other Palace on 2 July, ahead of a planned Broadway run.
Kiss Me, Kate is full of moments, that remind you of the magic of Cole Porter's timeless music when performed by a truly remarkable cast and orchestra. Opera North has a triumph on its hands…
Johnetta Eula'Mae Ackles, Elizabeth Berrington and Phil Daniels will join the previously announced Jim Broadbent in the world premiere of Martin McDonagh's A Very Very Very Dark Matter.
This is a blog in praise of pit bands " all those hardworking talented musicians who lurk mostly out of sight in orchestra pits or are hidden away behind a curtain somewhere upstage.
There are plenty of memorable tunes to match the high production values of Northern Stage's The Last Ship. However, despite having its heart firmly affixed to its sleeve, the production neve…
This is an extraordinary theatrical experience given in kindness, strength and bucket loads of humanity that provides a platform for change. Take it up. We need Notes From The Field now more…
It's Only Life represents both the diversity of Britain as well as the ways we're all connected. With great vocals, memorably moving songs and a fantastic cast, there's no reason not to love…
Joyous and enchanting, The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives is an energetic, entertaining show with a lot to say. From the moment the play starts it's completely captivating, and two hours …
Based on the novel by Muriel Sparks, David Harrower's new stage adaptation of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie not only marks the 100th anniversary year of Spark's birth but provides a scorchin…
Random and topical thoughts and quotes gathered by My Theatre Mates contributor Aleks Sierz, first published on www.sierz.co.uk.
If you're not an opera aficionado, this is a perfect introduction to Italian Opera, the comedy element alone offers insight into the synopsis.
Keith Allen, Phil Davis, Paapa Essiedu, Rupert Graves, Gary Kemp, John Simm and Maggie Steed have joined the extraordinary company of Pinter at the Pinter, the unprecedented season featuring…
Polly Stenham has updated August Strindberg's 1888 play Miss Julie to contemporary London. Why? Well, it would be foolish to think that this new version is modern only because of its languag…
The first of six productions in the Bunker Theatre's inaugural Breaking Out season is Amy Bethan Evans' play Libby's Eyes. Inspired by her own experience with the PIP system, the play explor…
Playing to a much more intimate audience in the Underbelly's Spiegeltent this year, Australian company Head First Acrobats carefully adapts its relationship with the audience which is brough…
Expertly directed by Brian Blessed, this charming quintessentially British murder mystery is a thoroughly enjoyable evening out.
Paul Higgins and James Laurenson will join the previously announced Elaine Cassidy, David Dawson, David Ganly, Emmet Kirwan, Aisling Loftus, Ciaran McIntyre and Eileen Walsh in the cast for …
What it lacks in terms of plot, it more than makes up for in its portrayal of the general mood in a world where it often feels things will never get better. An interesting and thought-provok…
Love London Love Culture's Emma Clarendon chatted to Daryl McCormack about his upcoming role in The Lieutenant of Inishmore, playing at the Noel Coward Theatre from the 23 June 2018.
I Am Of Ireland packs a lot into its two-hour running time, mixing humour with a solid focus what makes history so important " not dates or even 'big events', but how the lives of everyday p…
It's a short run at the Donmar " take any available ticket, Polly Findlay's splendidly-cast and nimbly directed production is a must-see. And let's hope it has a longer life somewhere else.
An Octoroon at the Dorfman Theatre at the National remains as incendiary as the day I first saw it. In fact, it has grown in magnificence.
Beirut benefits from a slick production from Robin Lefevre, the sumptuous design from Liz Ashcroft, and two knockout performances from Rees and Connolly-Burnham.
Michael Strassen directs the new Barn Theatre, Cirencester production of Jim Cartwright's Olivier Award-winning play with music, The Rise and Fall of Little Voice. In the latest in our Featu…
