Michael Morpurgo News

Theatre Peckham is bringing Peckham Fringe back for its second year in 2023, hosting 18 productions that will take over the main theatre and studio space for five weeks. Last year's Peckham Fringe was highly successful, with Tatenda Shamiso's No ID going on to run at VAULT Festival and the Royal Court, and David Alade's Offie nominated Sunny Side Up having a three-week run at Theatre Peckham.

With the weather beginning to warm up and the sun staying up for longer, Richmond Theatre is delighted to ‘spring’ into a new season. Filled with hilarious comedies, fun family shows and big names, audiences are encouraged to picnic on the Green prior to taking their seat in the beautiful Frank Matcham-designed theatre for an evening of entertainment.  

It's showtime! The Bank of America Broadway in Fort Lauderdale series and presenting sponsor Nicklaus Children's Hospital, announced that single tickets for the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE, will go on sale March 24, 2023 at 10am.

The musical adaptation of PIGS MIGHT FLY from Michael Morpurgo's Mudpuddle Farm with book, music & lyrics by Caroline Wigmore and Jen Green will embark on a UK Tour from 30 May 2023, directed by Kate Golledge.

It’s a summer of fun in Newbury, as Corn Exchange announce their April-July programme. This inclusive and exciting season highlights some of the best and brightest of theatre, comedy, music, circus and dance, celebrating talents from Newbury and beyond.

The beloved musical adaptation of BEETLEJUICE ended its Broadway run this weekend after 679 performances on Broadway. See video from the show's final performance featuring a sell-out crowd of devoted fans, an appearance from the show's Tony-winning director Alex Timbers, and a very grateful cast.

BEETLEJUICE closed last night after 679 performances on Broadway. In its final week, ending January 8, 2023, the production set a new box office record at the Marquis Theatre.

Beetlejuice has set a new box office record at the Marquis Theatre for the week ending January 1, 2023. Now is your last chance to see this production on Broadway - learn how to purchase tickets!

The North American Tour of Beetlejuice the Musical kicked off this month in Paducah, KY, before its official launch at the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco, CA. The tour will haunt 27 cities across North America with more dates to be announced. BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first look at the production in all new photos!

Following the triumphant opening of Dick Whittington last week, Nottingham Playhouse has announced that next year's pantomime will be Cinderella.  Written by Notttingham Playhouse Artistic Director Adam Penford and starring the theatre's favourite dame, John Elkington, the show will run from 1 December 2023 to 13 January 2024.

It is your last chance to see Broadway’s BEETLEJUICE, which will continue haunting Broadway’s Marquis Theatre for 4 more weeks only through Sunday, January 8, 2023.

The North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE is coming to Playhouse Square from January 10 – 29, 2023 as part of the 2022-23 KeyBank Broadway Series.

The Southbank Centre's classical season delivers an expansive and diverse programme in 2023 that features over hundred events from a breadth of highly acclaimed international musicians and forward- thinking creatives.

It's showtime! The ghost-with-the-most will make his Providence debut in this edgy and irreverent new Broadway musical comedy.

Full casting and the 2022-23 tour route have been announced for the North American Tour of Beetlejuice the Musical. After its first public performance in Paducah, KY, the tour will officially launch in December at the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco, CA before haunting 27 cities across North America with more dates to be announced shortly. Get the full cast and schedule here!

Following the success of War Horse it’s little wonder that Michael Morpurgo’s books have become a popular choice for stage adaptations. A favourite with primary school teachers too, the bestselling author’s novels can be found in classrooms around the country.

It’s showtime! The ghost-with-the-most will make his Detroit debut in this edgy and irreverent new Broadway musical comedy. BEETLEJUICE will play at the Opera House from January 31 – February 12, 2023, as part of Broadway In Detroit's 2022-23 Season.

See photos from inside rehearsal for the new production of Michael Morpurgo’s THE SLEEPING SWORD, adapted by Tatty Hennessy, and directed by Lucy Jane Atkinson, which will play at The Watermill from Thursday 27 October to Saturday 5 November.  

In 2012 Paul Roseby, Artistic Director and CEO of National Youth Theatre (NYT), launched a new REP company that would provide intensive real-world experience each year to a group of young performers and creatives.

The North American Tour of Beetlejuice has revealed its cast. Get the scoop on who is playing what role and more details on the tour.