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The Unicorn Theatre Reveals Rachel Bagshaw's Plans For Autumn and Beyond

Artistic Director Rachel Bagshaw has announced further plans for autumn and beyond at the Unicorn Theatre, the UK's leading theatre for young audiences. 

Full Cast Set For the UK Première of Dominique Morisseau's SKELETON CREW

The Donmar Warehouse has announced the full cast for Dominique Morisseau's Skeleton Crew – the final production in Michael Longhurst's tenure as Artistic Director. Olivier Award-winner Matthew Xia directs Tobi Bamtefa, Branden Cook, Pamela Nomvete, and Racheal Ofori.

Talawa Firsts Returns This Summer

Following the success of last year’s two week festival of new and emerging Black work and artists, Talawa Firsts festival is returning.  This July at their base in Croydon, Talawa Theatre Company will host two amazing weeks of new work, workshops, rooftop club nights, their first Don’t Flick short film screenings and more, themed around obsessions and chance encounters, encouraging all festivalgoers to stay curious! 

Bristol Old Vic Reveals Lineup of Shows For Autumn and Winter

After a record-breaking Spring at Bristol Old Vic, the theatre has announced a burst of new productions taking us into Autumn/Winter. Learn more about the lineup here!

THE LITTLE MERMAID and LITTLE RED Set For Bristol Old Vic's 2024 Christmas Programme

Bristol Old Vic has announced its Christmas programme for 2024 – two new productions inspired by classic fairy tales. Learn more about both shows here!

Cast Set For RICHARD III at Shakespeare's Globe

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Richard III, directed by Elle While. Performances run 9 May – 3 August. Learn more about the cast here!

West End Run of the Bush Theatre Production of RED PITCH Announces £10 Tuesdays

The Producers of Red Pitch (West End) and Charles Holloway have announced a new initiative as part of their commitment to outreach and audience accessibility.

Sharon Rose and Reece Richards Will Lead Talawa Theatre Company's LOVE STEPS

West-End star Sharon Rose and Sex Education’s Reece Richards (Netflix) have been cast in Love Steps, a ‘choreopoem’ inspired drama fusing poetry, dance and music by director, writer and poet Anastasia Osei-Kuffour.

The Belgrade Theatre Coventry Unveils New Look Alongside Its Strategic Vision

Discover the new look and strategic vision of THE BELGRADE THEATRE COVENTRY, a cultural institution sharing Coventry's stories since 1958. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld's latest news.

LOVE STEPS Will Premiere Next Month

Anastasia Osei-Kuffour, director, writer, poet and producer makes her playwriting debut in Love Steps, a production supported by Talawa Theatre Company and premiering at Omnibus Theatre for 3 weeks from 3 to 20 April and from 29 May to 1 June at Talawa’s Studio Theatre Fairfield Halls. 

Lyric Hammersmith Reveals 2024-25 Season, Including Revival of OUR COUNTRY'S GOOD and More!

The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced its new 2024/2025 season, featuring a revival of the Olivier Award-winning play Our Country’s Good. Learn more about the full season here!

Yard Theatre Will Host a 'Black Out' Night For SAMUEL TAKES A BREAK

The Yard Theatre will host a special 'Black Out' night for the play 'Samuel Takes A Break,' which is nominated for the Susan Smith Blackburn Writing Prize. The Black Out Night will be held on 28 February at 7.30pm.

�¿The International Association Of Blacks In Dance to Present Teachers For On The 1 | Memphis, A Dance Class Series

The International Association of Blacks in Dance (IABD) announces the world-renowned dance faculty and celebrated instructors for on the 1 | memphis, a dance class series. Classes offered across various genres for all levels.

Cast Set For TALAWA STORIES on BBC Radio 4

Following a successful first series in 2021, Talawa Stories is returning to BBC Radio 4 with three fresh, powerful audio dramas in 2024, presented by Talawa, the UK’s outstanding Black theatre company. 

Lucy Prebble's THE EFFECT Will Open at The Shed in 2024

An exclusive U.S. presentation of a new production of Lucy Prebble's The  Effect is coming to The Shed next year! Learn more about the play and find out how to get tickets here!

Bush Theatre's RED PITCH Transfers to @sohoplace in 2024

The Bush Theatre's multi-Award winning play Red Pitch written by Tyrell Williams transfers to @sohoplace theatre, the West End's newest venue.

Talawa Stories Radio Dramas Return to BBC Radio 4 For Second Season

Following a successful first series in 2021, Talawa Stories is returning to BBC Radio 4 with three fresh, powerful radio dramas in 2024.  The playwrights, plays and directors have been announced, bringing their unique and exciting works to the airwaves, presented by Talawa, the UK’s outstanding Black theatre company. 

REFILWE, A New Take On Rapunzel Opens at Bernie Grant Arts Centre This Weekend

Refilwe, a new family adventure about hair, home and the power of connecting with roots is a contemporary Black, feminist twist on the classic fairy tale Rapunzel which opens at Bernie Grant Arts Centre this weekend.

New Work & Artist Development Department Launched At Birmingham Hippodrome

Last night, 13 November, Birmingham Hippodrome welcomed local creatives to launch their New Work & Artist Development department.

Talawa Theatre Company Will Embark on Tour With REFILWE, an African Retelling of RAPUNZEL

Talawa Theatre Company is taking Refilwe, an African retelling of Rapunzel, on a festive tour this December.