Nederlander Theatre, New YorkApple’s spoofy musical comedy series makes a natural leap to the stage but often struggles to bring much that feels new to the materialThere are countless exam…
Melbourne international comedy festivalThis show is an extended metaphor about modern capitalism told through a young boy's battle with a sentient shopping mall. If that sounds weird, that's…
The gently offbeat comedian is a beloved presence on Australian TV, but he's now relocated to New York and made his first Hollywood film. He reflects on 'a big time of growing up' Get our we…
Royal Opera House, LondonIncredible physical facility is married to expressive lyricism in this triple bill by the Royal Ballet's ever adventurous resident choreographer. You never know what…
Dazzling performer, brilliant writer, maddening perfectionist, Easter Egg hunt maestro … on the 10th anniversary of Wood's death, those who knew her best celebrate the shy introvert who re…
Abbey, DublinAn unnamed narrator recollects a 1970s childhood of institutional brutality and sectarianism in this allusive memory play Language is twisted and slippery in Frank McGuinness di…
Todd Haimes Theatre, New YorkRose Byrne and Kelli O'Hara are comic gems in a pitch-perfect revival that sparkles like champagne Fallen Angels has appeared only twice on Broadway since its st…
Richmond theatre, LondonArchive footage and fresh commentary shed light on the craft and chaos of interrogating big names such as OJ Simpson and Donald Trump What are these shows, in which v…
Traverse theatre, EdinburghJess Brodie's monologue about life on the brink of parenthood is both witty and gripping There are few transitions in life more profound than becoming a parent. Ou…
Women using informal warning systems to protect themselves and others, comedian tells equalities committee Sexual harassment and abuse on the comedy circuit is persistent and under-reported,…
Nadia Fall calls for bold thinking as she announces new shows including anti-Trump version of Thelma & Louise Theatres facing financial difficulty can only prosper by "programming their …
Old Vic theatre, LondonDirector Clint Dyer brings a fresh political focus to Ken Kesey's story of disempowerment but the relentless misogyny of the text feels retrograde When Randle P McMurp…
The Stand Comedy Club, GlasgowThe northerner finds the funny in banalities with this raucous compendium of all-in-it-together bants Phil Ellis has been watching Netflix specials, and has not…
Shaftesbury theatre, LondonTwenty years since its West End debut, the sweetly subversive musical returns with a few tweaks and a lot of heart The trigger warning "puppet nudity" does not beg…
Tony award-winning actor will play lead role of Judith Bliss in Noël Coward's comedy at Wyndham's theatre in London Christine Baranski is to make her West End debut alongside Richard E Gr…
'If we celebrate the impact of physical storytelling, we must acknowledge the artists behind it,' says Equity body, calling out the lack of movement categories in major awards Choreographers…
Dance House, CardiffTudur Owen's Welsh-language play about a second world war veteran is unashamedly heartfelt and anchored by very fine performances This play by Tudur Owen tells the story …
As the president's second term has wrought new horrors, comedians reflect on whether humor can still 'deflate the strongman's image' During Donald Trump's first term, as his lies distorted r…
Bush theatre, LondonSecrets are exposed during a pub singalong as Franky returns home to find her parents divided in Kit Withington's drama You can hear this play before you enter the audito…
The Place, LondonThis audiovisually immersive, anime-inspired dance piece is full of stylishly fluid movement and thrilling fights and face-offs Some contemporary dance can make you feel l…
Sadler's Wells, LondonTap, waacking, jookin', footwork and jit are among the traditional, street and club styles that come together as Michelle Dorrance showcases a startling array of forms …
The comedian and writer on overcoming depression, working on death row, and learning to say noBorn in Glasgow in 1974, Susan Calman worked as a corporate lawyer before starting standup come…
Booth Theatre, New York The Bear star and Don Cheadle are lost in a new take on David Auburn's family drama but a standout performance from the two-time Tony winner does some heavy lifting I…
James Earl Jones theatre, New York There's a strong emotional pull to this fact-based story of injustice, but on stage it's all a little too polite to truly soar If the meat and potatoes of …
On productions ranging from Les Liaisons Dangereuses to John Proctor Is the Villain, an army of technical wizards help ensure London's stage productions are believable and spectacular What d…