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The 2024 theatre lovers Christmas gift guide

The 2024 theatre lovers Christmas gift guide

The Sex Education effect – how inspired casting direction can shake up the theatre world

The Sex Education effect – how inspired casting direction can shake up the theatre world

Ballet Shoes at the National Theatre review – springs from page to stage with panache

Ballet Shoes at the National Theatre review – springs from page to stage with panache

First look photos of Ballet Shoes world premiere at the National Theatre released

First look photos of Ballet Shoes world premiere at the National Theatre released

The Importance of Being Earnest review – Ncuti Gatwa and Sharon D Clarke in the National Theatre’s panto production

The Importance of Being Earnest review – Ncuti Gatwa and Sharon D Clarke in the National Theatre’s panto production

‘Everyone walks into the glass’: inside the 164-year sweep of The Lehman Trilogy

‘Everyone walks into the glass’: inside the 164-year sweep of The Lehman Trilogy

Cate Blanchett, James Graham and Sarah Wiggins to join National Theatre board

Cate Blanchett, James Graham and Sarah Wiggins to join National Theatre board

The Importance of Being Earnest with Ncuti Gatwa and Sharon D Clarke starts performances

The Importance of Being Earnest with Ncuti Gatwa and Sharon D Clarke starts performances

Take a look behind-the-scenes at Ballet Shoes ahead of its world premiere at the National Theatre

Take a look behind-the-scenes at Ballet Shoes ahead of its world premiere at the National Theatre

Nye with Michael Sheen to be streamed for free this weekend on YouTube

Nye with Michael Sheen to be streamed for free this weekend on YouTube

The Importance of Being Earnest with Ncuti Gatwa and Sharon D Clarke releases rehearsal photos

The Importance of Being Earnest with Ncuti Gatwa and Sharon D Clarke releases rehearsal photos

The Other Place at the National Theatre review – Emma D’Arcy and Tobias Menzies in an astonishing take on Antigone

The Other Place at the National Theatre review – Emma D’Arcy and Tobias Menzies in an astonishing take on Antigone

National Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest with Ncuti Gatwa and Sharon D Clarke announces complete casting

National Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest with Ncuti Gatwa and Sharon D Clarke announces complete casting

A Tupperware of Ashes at the National Theatre – review

A Tupperware of Ashes at the National Theatre – review

A Tupperware of Ashes at the National Theatre with Meera Syal – exclusive first look

A Tupperware of Ashes at the National Theatre with Meera Syal – exclusive first look

Ghastly or a joy? End of an era at the National Theatre

Ghastly or a joy? End of an era at the National Theatre

National Theatre announces complete casting for Ballet Shoes – including Pearl Mackie

National Theatre announces complete casting for Ballet Shoes – including Pearl Mackie

Coriolanus starring David Oyelowo at the National Theatre – review

Coriolanus starring David Oyelowo at the National Theatre – review

Prima Facie team to reunite with new play starring Rosamund Pike at the National Theatre

Prima Facie team to reunite with new play starring Rosamund Pike at the National Theatre

National Theatre announces final season for Rufus Norris including Sondheim, Rosamund Pike, London Road, and more

National Theatre announces final season for Rufus Norris including Sondheim, Rosamund Pike, London Road, and more

National Theatre reveals first look at Coriolanus with David Oyelowo

National Theatre reveals first look at Coriolanus with David Oyelowo

National Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest with Ncuti Gatwa, Sharon D Clarke and more to be released in cinemas

National Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest with Ncuti Gatwa, Sharon D Clarke and more to be released in cinemas

The top plays and musicals to see this autumn – plus a rallying cry for artists

The top plays and musicals to see this autumn – plus a rallying cry for artists

Take a first look at Ncuti Gatwa, Sharon D Clarke and more in the National Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest

Take a first look at Ncuti Gatwa, Sharon D Clarke and more in the National Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest

People, Places and Things and Vanya set for back-to-back streaming premieres on National Theatre at Home

People, Places and Things and Vanya set for back-to-back streaming premieres on National Theatre at Home

The Grapes of Wrath at the National Theatre review – Cherry Jones excels in an uneven production

The Grapes of Wrath at the National Theatre review – Cherry Jones excels in an uneven production

National Theatre reveals cast joining David Oyelowo in Coriolanus

National Theatre reveals cast joining David Oyelowo in Coriolanus

The National Theatre announces further casting for The Other Place

The National Theatre announces further casting for The Other Place

The National Theatre: five secrets from behind the scenes

The National Theatre: five secrets from behind the scenes

The Hot Wing King at the National Theatre – review

The Hot Wing King at the National Theatre – review

The Hot Wing King at the National Theatre – first look

The Hot Wing King at the National Theatre – first look

National Theatre appoints new deputy artistic director

National Theatre appoints new deputy artistic director

Mnemonic at the National Theatre review – the iceman stunneth

Mnemonic at the National Theatre review – the iceman stunneth

‘Playwright flashmob’ to take over UK theatres today

‘Playwright flashmob’ to take over UK theatres today

National Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest with Ncuti Gatwa and Sharon D Clarke reveals further cast

National Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest with Ncuti Gatwa and Sharon D Clarke reveals further cast

National Theatre announces casting for Ballet Shoes on stage

National Theatre announces casting for Ballet Shoes on stage

Dear England to return for London and Salford runs

Dear England to return for London and Salford runs

Boys from the Blackstuff at the National Theatre – review

Boys from the Blackstuff at the National Theatre – review

National Theatre to stream three 2024 productions across the summer

National Theatre to stream three 2024 productions across the summer

National Theatre announces casting for The Hot Wing King and The Grapes of Wrath

National Theatre announces casting for The Hot Wing King and The Grapes of Wrath

National Theatre announces new season of shows with Emma D’Arcy, David Oyelowo, Meera Syal and more

National Theatre announces new season of shows with Emma D’Arcy, David Oyelowo, Meera Syal and more

National Theatre to close Dorfman venue from November for urgent infrastructure work

National Theatre to close Dorfman venue from November for urgent infrastructure work

National Theatre and Complicité reveal full cast for Mnemonic’s return

National Theatre and Complicité reveal full cast for Mnemonic’s return

National Theatre’s Up Next gala raises over £2 million

National Theatre’s Up Next gala raises over £2 million

London Tide at the National Theatre – behind the scenes

London Tide at the National Theatre – behind the scenes

Sharon D Clarke, Ncuti Gatwa and more to star in National Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest

Sharon D Clarke, Ncuti Gatwa and more to star in National Theatre’s The Importance of Being Earnest

National Theatre to adapt hit novel Ballet Shoes for the stage

National Theatre to adapt hit novel Ballet Shoes for the stage

London Tide at the National Theatre review – an honourable yet shallow Dickens adaptation

London Tide at the National Theatre review – an honourable yet shallow Dickens adaptation

London Tide at the National Theatre – first look

London Tide at the National Theatre – first look

Underdog: The Other Other Brontë at the National Theatre – review

Underdog: The Other Other Brontë at the National Theatre – review

National Theatre announces return of free River Stage festival

National Theatre announces return of free River Stage festival

Nye with Michael Sheen at the National Theatre – review

Nye with Michael Sheen at the National Theatre – review

National Theatre to undertake ‘urgent infrastructure repairs’ and launch skills centre to assist future artists

National Theatre to undertake ‘urgent infrastructure repairs’ and launch skills centre to assist future artists

Full cast announced for London Tide at the National Theatre

Full cast announced for London Tide at the National Theatre

Dear Octopus at the National Theatre – review

Dear Octopus at the National Theatre – review

Till the Stars Come Down at the National Theatre – review

Till the Stars Come Down at the National Theatre – review

National Theatre announces new 2024 shows including Boys from the Blackstuff and Cherry Jones-led Grapes of Wrath

National Theatre announces new 2024 shows including Boys from the Blackstuff and Cherry Jones-led Grapes of Wrath

Kin at the National Theatre – review

Kin at the National Theatre – review

Jekyll and Hyde at the Lowry and on tour – review

Jekyll and Hyde at the Lowry and on tour – review

The Motive and the Cue and Nye with Michael Sheen to be shown in cinemas

The Motive and the Cue and Nye with Michael Sheen to be shown in cinemas

Samuel Jordan performs “Midnight Train” from Standing at the Sky’s Edge in the West End

Samuel Jordan performs “Midnight Train” from Standing at the Sky’s Edge in the West End

Full cast announced for Nye with Michael Sheen at the National Theatre and Wales Millennium Centre

Full cast announced for Nye with Michael Sheen at the National Theatre and Wales Millennium Centre

Top new plays to see in 2024

Top new plays to see in 2024

Full cast announced for Dear Octopus at the National Theatre

Full cast announced for Dear Octopus at the National Theatre

Lauryn Redding performs “Open Up Your Door” from Standing at the Sky’s Edge in the West End

Lauryn Redding performs “Open Up Your Door” from Standing at the Sky’s Edge in the West End

The Motive and the Cue in the West End – first look

The Motive and the Cue in the West End – first look

Indhu Rubasingham’s National Theatre appointment: It really does feel like a new beginning

Indhu Rubasingham’s National Theatre appointment: It really does feel like a new beginning

Indhu Rubasingham announced as new National Theatre director and co-chief executive

Indhu Rubasingham announced as new National Theatre director and co-chief executive

National Theatre to stream The Effect with Taylor Russell and Paapa Essiedu

National Theatre to stream The Effect with Taylor Russell and Paapa Essiedu

Meet the Witches – the magic behind the National Theatre’s latest musical

Meet the Witches – the magic behind the National Theatre’s latest musical

Infinite Life at the National Theatre – review

Infinite Life at the National Theatre – review

The House of Bernarda Alba at the National Theatre – review

The House of Bernarda Alba at the National Theatre – review

The Motive and the Cue in the West End – rehearsal images released

The Motive and the Cue in the West End – rehearsal images released

The National Theatre has solved its Olivier problem

The National Theatre has solved its Olivier problem

The Witches review – a magical musical concoction at the National Theatre

The Witches review – a magical musical concoction at the National Theatre

Hadestown announces West End cast

Hadestown announces West End cast

The Confessions at the National Theatre – review

The Confessions at the National Theatre – review

National Theatre announces 2024 shows and details

National Theatre announces 2024 shows and details

Have a first listen to The Witches musical at the National Theatre

Have a first listen to The Witches musical at the National Theatre

Cast announced for National Theatre’s play with songs London Tide

Cast announced for National Theatre’s play with songs London Tide

National Theatre to trial 6.30pm start times

National Theatre to trial 6.30pm start times

Death of England: Closing Time at the National Theatre – review

Death of England: Closing Time at the National Theatre – review

Rehearsal images released for The Witches musical at the National Theatre

Rehearsal images released for The Witches musical at the National Theatre

Vanya with Andrew Scott and Dear England to be shown in cinemas

Vanya with Andrew Scott and Dear England to be shown in cinemas

Jo Martin withdraws from National Theatre’s Death of England: Closing Time

Jo Martin withdraws from National Theatre’s Death of England: Closing Time

The Motive and the Cue sets full West End cast

The Motive and the Cue sets full West End cast

National Theatre sets The House of Bernada Alba cast joining Harriet Walter

National Theatre sets The House of Bernada Alba cast joining Harriet Walter

My kingdom for a hose – Michael Gambon used to start water fights at the National Theatre

My kingdom for a hose – Michael Gambon used to start water fights at the National Theatre

Have a first look at The Father and the Assassin at the National Theatre

Have a first look at The Father and the Assassin at the National Theatre

National Theatre to give away thousands of tickets and stream Othello as part of 60th year celebrations

National Theatre to give away thousands of tickets and stream Othello as part of 60th year celebrations

A five-part Odyssey across the nation – director Emily Lim discusses the Public Acts pilgrimage

A five-part Odyssey across the nation – director Emily Lim discusses the Public Acts pilgrimage

Sophie Thomas: The dates in my theatrical diary for the remainder of 2023

Sophie Thomas: The dates in my theatrical diary for the remainder of 2023

The Effect at the National Theatre review – Jamie Lloyd’s revival is a rivetingly intelligent evening

The Effect at the National Theatre review – Jamie Lloyd’s revival is a rivetingly intelligent evening

The Effect starring Paapa Essiedu and Taylor Russell – first look images released

The Effect starring Paapa Essiedu and Taylor Russell – first look images released

The Father and the Assassin at the National Theatre – rehearsal images released

The Father and the Assassin at the National Theatre – rehearsal images released

Grenfell: In the Words of Survivors at the National Theatre – review

Grenfell: In the Words of Survivors at the National Theatre – review

National Theatre announces full cast for the return of The Father and the Assassin

National Theatre announces full cast for the return of The Father and the Assassin

The Crucible in the West End – new trailer released

The Crucible in the West End – new trailer released

Full cast for The Effect at the National Theatre announced

Full cast for The Effect at the National Theatre announced

Cast for the National Theatre’s The Underworld musical announced

Cast for the National Theatre’s The Underworld musical announced

Dear England at the National Theatre review – the beautiful game in a beautiful play

Dear England at the National Theatre review – the beautiful game in a beautiful play

Milly Alcock, Fisayo Akinade and more discuss The Crucible in the West End

Milly Alcock, Fisayo Akinade and more discuss The Crucible in the West End

Dear England – see how footballers match up to their on-stage portrayals

Dear England – see how footballers match up to their on-stage portrayals

Criticism comes with the territory: Sarah Crompton on Rufus Norris’ time at the National Theatre

Criticism comes with the territory: Sarah Crompton on Rufus Norris’ time at the National Theatre

The Crucible in the West End review – the production fares even better in a smaller venue

The Crucible in the West End review – the production fares even better in a smaller venue

National Theatre announces 12 new productions with Harriet Walter, Michael Sheen, David Oyelowo and more

National Theatre announces 12 new productions with Harriet Walter, Michael Sheen, David Oyelowo and more

Rufus Norris announces plans to step down as National Theatre artistic director

Rufus Norris announces plans to step down as National Theatre artistic director

The Motive and the Cue to transfer to the West End

The Motive and the Cue to transfer to the West End

Joseph Fiennes to star as Gareth Southgate in James Graham play at the National Theatre

Joseph Fiennes to star as Gareth Southgate in James Graham play at the National Theatre

The top 10 Stephen Sondheim numbers – as voted for by you

The top 10 Stephen Sondheim numbers – as voted for by you

Lily Allen and Steve Pemberton to lead <em>The Pillowman</em> in the West End

Lily Allen and Steve Pemberton to lead The Pillowman in the West End

<em>Jack Absolute Flies Again</em> at the National – first look photos

Jack Absolute Flies Again at the National – first look photos

Space – a fresh frontier: how the West End is rewriting its own rulebook

Space – a fresh frontier: how the West End is rewriting its own rulebook

Giles Terera to star in <em>Othello</em> at the National Theatre

Giles Terera to star in Othello at the National Theatre

Tributes pour in for actress and Talawa co-founder Mona Hammond

Tributes pour in for actress and Talawa co-founder Mona Hammond

Legendary theatre director Peter Brook has died aged 97

Legendary theatre director Peter Brook has died aged 97

Sheffield Theatres announces new season shows and details

Sheffield Theatres announces new season shows and details

The Tony Awards were a massive endorsement of UK theatre – and our government clearly doesn't care

The Tony Awards were a massive endorsement of UK theatre – and our government clearly doesn't care

Tony winner <em>The Lehman Trilogy</em> to return to the West End

Tony winner The Lehman Trilogy to return to the West End

<em>Six</em>'s Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss announced as writers of Tonys opening number

Six's Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss announced as writers of Tonys opening number

Actor Marcel White has died, his agents announce

Actor Marcel White has died, his agents announce

Nancy Medina to be Bristol Old Vic's next artistic director

Nancy Medina to be Bristol Old Vic's next artistic director

Traverse Theatre unveils 2022 programme for Edinburgh Festival month

Traverse Theatre unveils 2022 programme for Edinburgh Festival month

<em>Let the Right One In</em> and Emma Rice's <em>Wuthering Heights</em> to run in San Francisco

Let the Right One In and Emma Rice's Wuthering Heights to run in San Francisco

<em>The Father and the Assassin</em> at the National Theatre – review

The Father and the Assassin at the National Theatre – review

Line-up announced for 2022 National Theatre Connections Festival

Line-up announced for 2022 National Theatre Connections Festival

<em>The Ocean at the End of the Lane</em> to embark on major UK and Ireland tour

The Ocean at the End of the Lane to embark on major UK and Ireland tour

<em>The Crucible</em> to be revived at National Theatre in September

The Crucible to be revived at National Theatre in September

<em>Middle</em> at the National Theatre – review

Middle at the National Theatre – review

Cast announced for <em>Bleak Expectations</em> stage adaptation

Cast announced for Bleak Expectations stage adaptation

Award-winning physical theatre company DV8 announces closure

Award-winning physical theatre company DV8 announces closure

Netflix confirms release date for <em>Persuasion</em> directed by Carrie Cracknell

Netflix confirms release date for Persuasion directed by Carrie Cracknell

National Theatre releases production images of Nicola Walker in <em>The Corn is Green</em>

National Theatre releases production images of Nicola Walker in The Corn is Green

National Theatre to stage nationwide <em>Odyssey</em> as part of 60th anniversary season

National Theatre to stage nationwide Odyssey as part of 60th anniversary season

<em>The Glad Game</em> writer and performer Phoebe Frances Brown has died aged 29

The Glad Game writer and performer Phoebe Frances Brown has died aged 29

Winners announced for 2022 Olivier Awards

Winners announced for 2022 Olivier Awards

Winners of Critics' Circle Theatre Awards announced

Winners of Critics' Circle Theatre Awards announced

Special Recognition Olivier Award recipients revealed

Special Recognition Olivier Award recipients revealed

The Duchess of Cornwall confirmed as new Royal Patron of the National Theatre

The Duchess of Cornwall confirmed as new Royal Patron of the National Theatre

"To thine audience be true" – Tinuke Craig on taking <em>Hamlet</em> to primary schools across the UK

"To thine audience be true" – Tinuke Craig on taking Hamlet to primary schools across the UK

Stage and screen star Lynda Baron has died aged 82

Stage and screen star Lynda Baron has died aged 82

Stage star John Stahl has died aged 68

Stage star John Stahl has died aged 68

Liam Tamne joins Wise Children's <em>Wuthering Heights</em>

Liam Tamne joins Wise Children's Wuthering Heights

<em>Small Island</em> returns to the National Theatre – review

Small Island returns to the National Theatre – review

<em>Our Generation</em> at the National Theatre – review

Our Generation at the National Theatre – review

Play to the gods and you win a theatregoer for life

Play to the gods and you win a theatregoer for life

Further cast for <em>The Father and the Assassin</em> at the National announced

Further cast for The Father and the Assassin at the National announced

The Stage Awards recognise understudies, covers and Theatre Royal Drury Lane

The Stage Awards recognise understudies, covers and Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Orange Tree Theatre artistic director Paul Miller to step down

Orange Tree Theatre artistic director Paul Miller to step down

<em>Dr Semmelweis</em> with Mark Rylance – first look photos

Dr Semmelweis with Mark Rylance – first look photos

Actress Hattie Ladbury has died

Actress Hattie Ladbury has died

Casting Directors' Guild's Casting Awards announces nominees

Casting Directors' Guild's Casting Awards announces nominees

Tributes paid to veteran director Bill Bryden, who has died aged 79

Tributes paid to veteran director Bill Bryden, who has died aged 79

National Theatre to re-stage <em>Hex</em> musical next winter

National Theatre to re-stage Hex musical next winter

Top stage shows to stream during festive period

Top stage shows to stream during festive period

Critic's pick – Sarah Crompton's top theatre of 2021

Critic's pick – Sarah Crompton's top theatre of 2021

Our theatre community is defined by what it does do, rather than what it does not

Our theatre community is defined by what it does do, rather than what it does not

<em>Hex</em> at the National Theatre – first look at the new musical

Hex at the National Theatre – first look at the new musical

Antony Sher has died aged 72

Antony Sher has died aged 72

UK venues including National Theatre, RSC and the Old Vic introduce mandatory face coverings

UK venues including National Theatre, RSC and the Old Vic introduce mandatory face coverings

Full cast announced for Mark Rylance's <em>Dr Semmelweis</em> at Bristol Old Vic

Full cast announced for Mark Rylance's Dr Semmelweis at Bristol Old Vic

How Andrew Garfield learned to sing for <em>tick, tick…Boom!</em>

How Andrew Garfield learned to sing for tick, tick…Boom!

<em>Antony and Cleopatra</em>, <em>War Horse</em> and more to be added to National Theatre at Home streaming service

Antony and Cleopatra, War Horse and more to be added to National Theatre at Home streaming service

Tenth anniversary tour of <em>The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time</em> photos released

Tenth anniversary tour of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time photos released

Kate Varah appointed National Theatre executive director

Kate Varah appointed National Theatre executive director

Live-action <em>Pinocchio</em> to be released on Disney Plus with cast confirmed

Live-action Pinocchio to be released on Disney Plus with cast confirmed

10 non-festive shows to see this December

10 non-festive shows to see this December

National Theatre announces season plans through to summer 2022

National Theatre announces season plans through to summer 2022

Wise Children's <em>Wuthering Heights</em> to be streamed on demand

Wise Children's Wuthering Heights to be streamed on demand

Sheffield Theatres announce 50th anniversary season

Sheffield Theatres announce 50th anniversary season

Lucy McCormick and Ash Hunter discuss starring in Emma Rice's <em>Wuthering Heights</em>

Lucy McCormick and Ash Hunter discuss starring in Emma Rice's Wuthering Heights

National Theatre Live to broadcast Kit Harington's <em>Henry V</em>, <em>Hex</em>, <em>Leopoldstadt</em> and <em>The Book of Dust</em>

National Theatre Live to broadcast Kit Harington's Henry V, Hex, Leopoldstadt and The Book of Dust

<em>Hex</em> musical at the National Theatre unveils complete cast

Hex musical at the National Theatre unveils complete cast

<em>The Normal Heart</em> review – the National Theatre revives Larry Kramer's play

The Normal Heart review – the National Theatre revives Larry Kramer's play

<em>The Normal Heart</em> at the National Theatre: production photos released

The Normal Heart at the National Theatre: production photos released

Wise Children's <em>Wuthering Heights</em> in rehearsals: photos

Wise Children's Wuthering Heights in rehearsals: photos

<em>Small Island</em> to return to the National Theatre in 2022

Small Island to return to the National Theatre in 2022

Netflix to produce new Roald Dahl stage shows following acquisition of Story Company

Netflix to produce new Roald Dahl stage shows following acquisition of Story Company

John Challis has died aged 79

John Challis has died aged 79

Top reviewed West End shows to see

Top reviewed West End shows to see

Sky Arts reveals Freeview broadcast plans for <em>Anna X</em>, <em>Walden</em>, <em>Death of England</em>, <em>The Invisible Hand</em> and more

Sky Arts reveals Freeview broadcast plans for Anna X, Walden, Death of England, The Invisible Hand and more

<em>The Normal Heart</em> at the National Theatre: first look at rehearsals

The Normal Heart at the National Theatre: first look at rehearsals

<em>Wuthering Heights</em> tour and National run full casting revealed

Wuthering Heights tour and National run full casting revealed

Director Catherine Paskell: 'we have an opportunity to use this Fringe to make subsequent ones better'

Director Catherine Paskell: 'we have an opportunity to use this Fringe to make subsequent ones better'

Tributes paid to Una Stubbs, who has died aged 84

Tributes paid to Una Stubbs, who has died aged 84

Exclusive: Full cast announced for Curve's <em>Cat on a Hot Tin Roof</em>

Exclusive: Full cast announced for Curve's Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

Justin Audibert on creating the Unicorn and National Theatre's <em>Story Seekers</em> project

Justin Audibert on creating the Unicorn and National Theatre's Story Seekers project

<em>Bring It On</em> musical tour announces full casting

Bring It On musical tour announces full casting

<em>Chewing Gum Dreams, A View from the Bridge</em> and more added to National Theatre's streaming service

Chewing Gum Dreams, A View from the Bridge and more added to National Theatre's streaming service

<em>Paradise</em> at the National Theatre: in rehearsals

Paradise at the National Theatre: in rehearsals

Review: <em>Possible</em> (National Theatre Wales, online)

Review: Possible (National Theatre Wales, online)

National Theatre's executive director and joint chief executive Lisa Burger to step down in 2022

National Theatre's executive director and joint chief executive Lisa Burger to step down in 2022

Bristol Old Vic announces new season with Mark Rylance, Giles Terera, Wise Children and more

Bristol Old Vic announces new season with Mark Rylance, Giles Terera, Wise Children and more

Michael Sheen and the <em>Under Milk Wood</em> cast at the National Theatre: first look

Michael Sheen and the Under Milk Wood cast at the National Theatre: first look

Stage shows with socially distanced audiences: a rolling list of plays and musicals to see

Stage shows with socially distanced audiences: a rolling list of plays and musicals to see

Ian McKellen reaches £5 million donation milestone and reveals actor grant scheme

Ian McKellen reaches £5 million donation milestone and reveals actor grant scheme

Four National Theatre shows released on Amazon Prime today

Four National Theatre shows released on Amazon Prime today

National Theatre reopens with <em>After Life</em> – first look

National Theatre reopens with After Life – first look

Unicorn Theatre announces reopening season

Unicorn Theatre announces reopening season

National seeks neurodivergent actors for <em>Curious Incident</em> tour

National seeks neurodivergent actors for Curious Incident tour

National Theatre adds <em>All My Sons</em> and <em>A Midsummer Night's Dream</em> to streaming platform

National Theatre adds All My Sons and A Midsummer Night's Dream to streaming platform

National Theatre's <em>Follies</em> to return to cinemas

National Theatre's Follies to return to cinemas

Wise Children's <em>Wuthering Heights</em> announces new tour plans including National Theatre run

Wise Children's Wuthering Heights announces new tour plans including National Theatre run

National Theatre to premiere new musical <em>Hex</em>, based on <em>Sleeping Beauty</em> fairytale

National Theatre to premiere new musical Hex, based on Sleeping Beauty fairytale

<em>The Normal Heart</em> revival at the National Theatre new casting announced

The Normal Heart revival at the National Theatre new casting announced

National Theatre announces new season of work into 2022

National Theatre announces new season of work into 2022

Programme announced for 2021 Edinburgh International Festival

Programme announced for 2021 Edinburgh International Festival

National Theatre commissions new show from Gecko

National Theatre commissions new show from Gecko

Exclusive: <em>Ride</em> musical to play two West End performances

Exclusive: Ride musical to play two West End performances

Full casting announced for <em>Piaf</em> starring Jenna Russell

Full casting announced for Piaf starring Jenna Russell

Four National Theatre Live productions to be streamed on Amazon Prime

Four National Theatre Live productions to be streamed on Amazon Prime

Pitlochry Festival Theatre announces ensemble for summer season

Pitlochry Festival Theatre announces ensemble for summer season

Michael Sheen and the <em>Under Milk Wood</em> cast in rehearsals at the National Theatre

Michael Sheen and the Under Milk Wood cast in rehearsals at the National Theatre

Helen McCrory's <em>The Deep Blue Sea</em> and <em>The Comedy of Errors</em> added to National Theatre at Home

Helen McCrory's The Deep Blue Sea and The Comedy of Errors added to National Theatre at Home

New Olympia Theatre announced – the biggest new theatre built in London since the 1970s

New Olympia Theatre announced – the biggest new theatre built in London since the 1970s

<em>Cats</em>, <em>The Phantom of the Opera</em> and Matthew Bourne's <em>Swan Lake</em> to be broadcast on Sky Arts

Cats, The Phantom of the Opera and Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake to be broadcast on Sky Arts

Olympia Dukakis has died aged 89

Olympia Dukakis has died aged 89

<em>Oslo</em> screen adaptation with Andrew Scott and Ruth Wilson: first trailer released

Oslo screen adaptation with Andrew Scott and Ruth Wilson: first trailer released

National Theatre launches free interview series featuring Olivia Colman, Meera Syal and more

National Theatre launches free interview series featuring Olivia Colman, Meera Syal and more

New <em>The Ocean at the End of the Lane</em> West End trailer released

New The Ocean at the End of the Lane West End trailer released

Bridge Theatre's <em>Julius Caesar</em> to be added to National Theatre At Home streaming platform

Bridge Theatre's Julius Caesar to be added to National Theatre At Home streaming platform

Theatre by the Lake announces <em>Home, I'm Darling</em> revival and plans to reopen this autumn

Theatre by the Lake announces Home, I'm Darling revival and plans to reopen this autumn

Actor Paul Ritter has died at the age of 54

Actor Paul Ritter has died at the age of 54

Review: <em>Romeo and Juliet</em> (National Theatre, Sky Arts)

Review: Romeo and Juliet (National Theatre, Sky Arts)

Tamsin Greig, Fisayo Akinade and Simon Godwin discuss the National's <em>Romeo and Juliet</em> on screen

Tamsin Greig, Fisayo Akinade and Simon Godwin discuss the National's Romeo and Juliet on screen

Tamsin Greig: 'To go out and see a story put on stage is a coming to yourself'

Tamsin Greig: 'To go out and see a story put on stage is a coming to yourself'

Winners announced of 30th Ian Charleson awards

Winners announced of 30th Ian Charleson awards

New dance-theatre piece about NHS nurses premieres in May

New dance-theatre piece about NHS nurses premieres in May

National's <em>Romeo and Juliet</em>, <em>Jesus Christ Superstar</em> and more to be broadcast on Sky Arts this week

National's Romeo and Juliet, Jesus Christ Superstar and more to be broadcast on Sky Arts this week

Theatre podcasts you need to listen to

Theatre podcasts you need to listen to

National Theatre and Cast in Doncaster's Public Acts – how stories get us through the pandemic

National Theatre and Cast in Doncaster's Public Acts – how stories get us through the pandemic

<em>Under Milk Wood</em> with Michael Sheen initial cast revealed

Under Milk Wood with Michael Sheen initial cast revealed

<em>Billy Elliot</em> musical, Northern Ballet's <em>Casanova</em> and more to be shown on Sky Arts Freeview channel

Billy Elliot musical, Northern Ballet's Casanova and more to be shown on Sky Arts Freeview channel

Review: <em>The Band Plays On</em> (Sheffield Crucible, online)

Review: The Band Plays On (Sheffield Crucible, online)

<em>The Sound of Music</em> Live, Royal Ballet and more to be broadcast on Sky Arts Freeview channel

The Sound of Music Live, Royal Ballet and more to be broadcast on Sky Arts Freeview channel

National Theatre's <em>Romeo and Juliet</em> film with Jessie Buckley and Josh O'Connor trailer released

National Theatre's Romeo and Juliet film with Jessie Buckley and Josh O'Connor trailer released

National Theatre adds <em>Cat On A Hot Tin Roof</em> and <em>Consent</em> to streaming platform

National Theatre adds Cat On A Hot Tin Roof and Consent to streaming platform

<em>Jane Eyre</em>, <em>Twelfth Night</em>, Royal Ballet and more to be broadcast on Sky Arts' Freeview channel

Jane Eyre, Twelfth Night, Royal Ballet and more to be broadcast on Sky Arts' Freeview channel

National Theatre's <em>Twelfth Night</em>, Royal Ballet and more to be broadcast on Sky Arts' Freeview channel

National Theatre's Twelfth Night, Royal Ballet and more to be broadcast on Sky Arts' Freeview channel

Government's roadmap to reopening theatres: what to expect next

Government's roadmap to reopening theatres: what to expect next

Stage and screen star Ronald Pickup has died aged 80

Stage and screen star Ronald Pickup has died aged 80

National Theatre says it hopes to 'resume performances as soon as possible' after roadmap news

National Theatre says it hopes to 'resume performances as soon as possible' after roadmap news

National Theatre to appoint new patron after Duchess of Sussex's decision to step away from royal duties

National Theatre to appoint new patron after Duchess of Sussex's decision to step away from royal duties

National Theatre says it can no longer tour across Europe due to costs involved

National Theatre says it can no longer tour across Europe due to costs involved

Billie Piper and Lucy Prebble discuss <em>I Hate Suzie</em>'s theatre roots and what's changed since <em>Call Girl</em>

Billie Piper and Lucy Prebble discuss I Hate Suzie's theatre roots and what's changed since Call Girl

National Theatre At Home: All the stage shows you can see on the new streaming service

National Theatre At Home: All the stage shows you can see on the new streaming service

National Theatre to stream <em>Angels in America</em>, <em>Antigone</em> and <em>Behind the Beautiful Forevers</em>

National Theatre to stream Angels in America, Antigone and Behind the Beautiful Forevers

Top theatre and musicals to stream during lockdown

Top theatre and musicals to stream during lockdown

Garfield Weston gives £30 million of grants to UK arts organisations

Garfield Weston gives £30 million of grants to UK arts organisations

<em>Les Misérables</em>, Royal Opera and Royal Ballet to be broadcast on Sky Arts' Freeview channel this week

Les Misérables, Royal Opera and Royal Ballet to be broadcast on Sky Arts' Freeview channel this week

Luke Evans joins Disney's live-action <em>Pinocchio</em> film

Luke Evans joins Disney's live-action Pinocchio film

<em>Romeo and Juliet</em> at the National Theatre further casting and release date unveiled

Romeo and Juliet at the National Theatre further casting and release date unveiled

Clint Dyer appointed deputy artistic director of the National Theatre

Clint Dyer appointed deputy artistic director of the National Theatre

Top plays to see in 2021

Top plays to see in 2021

<em>The Shows Must Go On!</em> series of free streamed shows to go on hiatus

The Shows Must Go On! series of free streamed shows to go on hiatus

16 theatrical books to read during the ongoing lockdown

16 theatrical books to read during the ongoing lockdown

National Theatre adds further resources to help home learning and digital lessons

National Theatre adds further resources to help home learning and digital lessons

Watch a stage and screen star's appearances on <em>The Masked Singer</em>

Watch a stage and screen star's appearances on The Masked Singer

<em>The Crown</em> season five: stage stars set to appear in the Netflix series

The Crown season five: stage stars set to appear in the Netflix series

National Theatre, Chichester Festival Theatre and Hampstead Theatre cancel shows given new lockdown

National Theatre, Chichester Festival Theatre and Hampstead Theatre cancel shows given new lockdown

Martin Sherman's <em>Rose</em> starring Maureen Lipman to be broadcast on Sky Arts Freeview Channel

Martin Sherman's Rose starring Maureen Lipman to be broadcast on Sky Arts Freeview Channel

National Theatre's executive director Lisa Burger: 'We've always sought to be more accessible'

National Theatre's executive director Lisa Burger: 'We've always sought to be more accessible'

Michael Ball, <em>Jesus Christ Superstar</em> and more shows to be presented on Sky Arts this week

Michael Ball, Jesus Christ Superstar and more shows to be presented on Sky Arts this week

West End shows reschedule runs and cancel performances in face of tier guidance

West End shows reschedule runs and cancel performances in face of tier guidance

Watch the National Theatre's pantomime <em>Dick Whittington</em> here now

Watch the National Theatre's pantomime Dick Whittington here now

Review: <em>Dick Whittington</em> (National Theatre – online)

Review: Dick Whittington (National Theatre – online)

Sarah Crompton's top 10 theatre shows of 2020

Sarah Crompton's top 10 theatre shows of 2020

Tributes paid to West End actress Lucinda Shaw

Tributes paid to West End actress Lucinda Shaw

<em>War Horse</em> and <em>Julie</em> with Vanessa Kirby added to National Theatre at Home service

War Horse and Julie with Vanessa Kirby added to National Theatre at Home service

National Theatre unveils online musical written by James Graham

National Theatre unveils online musical written by James Graham

Sky Arts freeview channel unveils festive shows including National Theatre and <em>The Sound of Music</em>

Sky Arts freeview channel unveils festive shows including National Theatre and The Sound of Music

National Theatre, RSC, Southbank Centre and more receive major Cultural Recovery Fund loans

National Theatre, RSC, Southbank Centre and more receive major Cultural Recovery Fund loans

National Theatre to stream <em>Dick Whittington</em> pantomime for free

National Theatre to stream Dick Whittington pantomime for free

BBC to partner with theatres to record plays for TV, radio and streaming

BBC to partner with theatres to record plays for TV, radio and streaming

<em>The Habit of Art</em> with Matthew Kelly re-released for home streaming

The Habit of Art with Matthew Kelly re-released for home streaming

National Theatre launches "At Home" streaming service featuring archived productions

National Theatre launches "At Home" streaming service featuring archived productions

<em>Cyrano de Bergerac</em>, <em>Life of Pi</em> and <em>Standing at the Sky's Edge</em> nominated for South Bank Sky Arts Awards

Cyrano de Bergerac, Life of Pi and Standing at the Sky's Edge nominated for South Bank Sky Arts Awards

National Theatre to stream <em>Death of England: Delroy</em> for free and announces show's return in 2021

National Theatre to stream Death of England: Delroy for free and announces show's return in 2021

Cancelled theatre shows and rescheduled dates – a rolling list of what's happening during the second lockdown

Cancelled theatre shows and rescheduled dates – a rolling list of what's happening during the second lockdown

Andrew Scott and Ruth Wilson to star in screen version of hit play <em>Oslo</em>

Andrew Scott and Ruth Wilson to star in screen version of hit play Oslo

Review: <em>Death of England – Delroy</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Death of England – Delroy (National Theatre)

National Theatre announces full <em>Dick Whittington</em> pantomime cast

National Theatre announces full Dick Whittington pantomime cast

Performers create special <em>The Greatest Showman</em> video in front of London's theatres

Performers create special The Greatest Showman video in front of London's theatres

National Theatre cancels <em>Death of England: Delroy</em> performances from 5 November

National Theatre cancels Death of England: Delroy performances from 5 November

Re-opened theatres: a running list of socially distanced shows on UK stages

Re-opened theatres: a running list of socially distanced shows on UK stages

National Theatre announces further <em>Romeo and Juliet</em> broadcast cast – which will air on TV next year

National Theatre announces further Romeo and Juliet broadcast cast – which will air on TV next year

National Theatre's <em>Romeo and Juliet</em> film with Jessie Buckley and Josh O'Connor to be broadcast on TV

National Theatre's Romeo and Juliet film with Jessie Buckley and Josh O'Connor to be broadcast on TV

Olivier Awards 2020 winners: <em>Dear Evan Hansen</em>, Sharon D Clarke, Andrew Scott, <em>Emilia</em> and more

Olivier Awards 2020 winners: Dear Evan Hansen, Sharon D Clarke, Andrew Scott, Emilia and more

Black British Theatre Awards winners announced including Miriam-Teak Lee and Layton Williams

Black British Theatre Awards winners announced including Miriam-Teak Lee and Layton Williams

National Theatre announces initial cast for <em>Dick Whittington</em> pantomime

National Theatre announces initial cast for Dick Whittington pantomime

Trailer for <em>Ma Rainey's Black Bottom</em> film starring Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman released

Trailer for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom film starring Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman released

<em>War Horse</em> to be shown in cinemas to mark Remembrance Sunday

War Horse to be shown in cinemas to mark Remembrance Sunday

International show, co-produced by creators of <em>War Horse</em> puppets, to see refugee figure travel 8000km

International show, co-produced by creators of War Horse puppets, to see refugee figure travel 8000km

Giles Terera withdraws from National Theatre's <em>Death of England: Delroy</em> following emergency surgery

Giles Terera withdraws from National Theatre's Death of England: Delroy following emergency surgery

National Theatre to partner with Audible and support new writing

National Theatre to partner with Audible and support new writing

Black History Month – plays to read or watch

Black History Month – plays to read or watch

Kristin Chenoweth joins Roald Dahl's <em>The Witches</em> film

Kristin Chenoweth joins Roald Dahl's The Witches film

Winners of The Stage Debut Awards 2020 announced – including Sam Tutty, Shan Ako and more

Winners of The Stage Debut Awards 2020 announced – including Sam Tutty, Shan Ako and more

Review: <em>An Evening with an Immigrant</em> (Bridge Theatre)

Review: An Evening with an Immigrant (Bridge Theatre)

Nominees announced for Black British Theatre Awards, which will be broadcast on Sky Arts in October

Nominees announced for Black British Theatre Awards, which will be broadcast on Sky Arts in October

National Theatre announces <em>That Black Theatre Podcast</em> series

National Theatre announces That Black Theatre Podcast series

ATG suspends all 2020 pantomimes until next year

ATG suspends all 2020 pantomimes until next year

Live theatre able to continue with social distancing, though measures expected for six months

Live theatre able to continue with social distancing, though measures expected for six months

National Theatre announces reopening date next month and Christmas pantomime

National Theatre announces reopening date next month and Christmas pantomime

<em>The Shows Must Go On</em> online series announces return from 25 September

The Shows Must Go On online series announces return from 25 September

Martin Sherman's <em>Rose</em> starring Maureen Lipman extends online run by more than two weeks

Martin Sherman's Rose starring Maureen Lipman extends online run by more than two weeks

Diana Rigg has died aged 82

Diana Rigg has died aged 82

New Shakespeare North Playhouse still set to open in 2022 with creative director announced

New Shakespeare North Playhouse still set to open in 2022 with creative director announced

<em>The Ocean at the End of the Lane</em> moves West End transfer to autumn 2021

The Ocean at the End of the Lane moves West End transfer to autumn 2021

Listen to new Christina Aguilera version of "Reflection" ahead of live-action <em>Mulan</em> release

Listen to new Christina Aguilera version of "Reflection" ahead of live-action Mulan release

James Corden calls for streaming platforms to help support the arts

James Corden calls for streaming platforms to help support the arts

Stage shows, musicals and more you can watch in cinemas now

Stage shows, musicals and more you can watch in cinemas now

Test your theatre knowledge: Famous theatre couples

Test your theatre knowledge: Famous theatre couples

New and refurbished theatre venues set to open soon

New and refurbished theatre venues set to open soon

Ewan McGregor and Cate Blanchett to star in Netflix's <em>Pinocchio</em> musical film

Ewan McGregor and Cate Blanchett to star in Netflix's Pinocchio musical film

National Theatre set to reopen in October with new Clint Dyer and Roy Williams play

National Theatre set to reopen in October with new Clint Dyer and Roy Williams play

The Stage Debut Awards nominees revealed including Robbie Williams, Wendell Pierce and Aimee Lou Wood

The Stage Debut Awards nominees revealed including Robbie Williams, Wendell Pierce and Aimee Lou Wood

Producer Andre Ptaszynski has died aged 67

Producer Andre Ptaszynski has died aged 67

Maureen Lipman to star in Martin Sherman's <em>Rose</em> online production

Maureen Lipman to star in Martin Sherman's Rose online production

National Theatre says it is modelling socially distanced set-ups for shows

National Theatre says it is modelling socially distanced set-ups for shows

National Theatre announces free series of shows on YouTube received 15 million views in 4 months

National Theatre announces free series of shows on YouTube received 15 million views in 4 months

National Theatre announces new show <em>Madame Kalamazoo's Magical Mail</em> created via email

National Theatre announces new show Madame Kalamazoo's Magical Mail created via email

National Theatre reopens online book store

National Theatre reopens online book store

Sherman Theatre announces closure until spring 2021

Sherman Theatre announces closure until spring 2021

UK theatres go red to highlight plight of locked down arts community

UK theatres go red to highlight plight of locked down arts community

Photographer captures empty theatres for new charity series of prints

Photographer captures empty theatres for new charity series of prints

Theatre designers to wrap over 50 venues in special barrier tape to project positive messages

Theatre designers to wrap over 50 venues in special barrier tape to project positive messages

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden responds to criticism for his handling of pandemic support

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden responds to criticism for his handling of pandemic support

National Theatre postpones <em>Small Island</em> return to 2021

National Theatre postpones Small Island return to 2021

National Theatre announces final set of shows it will stream for free on YouTube including <em>Small Island</em>

National Theatre announces final set of shows it will stream for free on YouTube including Small Island

Watch <em>Coriolanus</em> starring Tom Hiddleston right here now

Watch Coriolanus starring Tom Hiddleston right here now

BBC Radio 4 PM to follow Nottingham Playhouse over next six months to explore impact of pandemic

BBC Radio 4 PM to follow Nottingham Playhouse over next six months to explore impact of pandemic

<em>The Madness of George III</em> with Mark Gatiss to be streamed on YouTube as part of National Theatre At Home

The Madness of George III with Mark Gatiss to be streamed on YouTube as part of National Theatre At Home

Tom Hiddleston and Josie Rourke to provide live <em>Coriolanus</em> commentary during online stream

Tom Hiddleston and Josie Rourke to provide live Coriolanus commentary during online stream

<em>Hello, Dolly!</em> in the West End starring Imelda Staunton postponed

Hello, Dolly! in the West End starring Imelda Staunton postponed

Watch the National Theatre's <em>This House</em> right here for free

Watch the National Theatre's This House right here for free

Rehearsals via webcam, writers on the front line: how the National Theatre of Scotland created one of the most ambitious responses to the pandemic

Rehearsals via webcam, writers on the front line: how the National Theatre of Scotland created one of the most ambitious responses to the pandemic

Ian Charleson Awards 2020 nominees announced

Ian Charleson Awards 2020 nominees announced

Watch <em>A Streetcar Named Desire</em> with Gillian Anderson for free right here

Watch A Streetcar Named Desire with Gillian Anderson for free right here

National Theatre warns of 'a substantial level of staff redundancy' without further government support

National Theatre warns of 'a substantial level of staff redundancy' without further government support

National Theatre cancels all performances until September

National Theatre cancels all performances until September

Edinburgh's Royal Lyceum Theatre to 'enter a period of hibernation'

Edinburgh's Royal Lyceum Theatre to 'enter a period of hibernation'

Gillian Anderson on starring in <em>A Streetcar Named Desire</em>: 'It's an epic deconstruction of genius'

Gillian Anderson on starring in A Streetcar Named Desire: 'It's an epic deconstruction of genius'

Watch ten minutes of the National Theatre's <em>Barber Shop Chronicles</em> in 360-degrees

Watch ten minutes of the National Theatre's Barber Shop Chronicles in 360-degrees

Chancellor Rishi Sunak extends job retention scheme for full-time employees until October

Chancellor Rishi Sunak extends job retention scheme for full-time employees until October

What does the Government's new covid-19 policy mean for the theatre industry?

What does the Government's new covid-19 policy mean for the theatre industry?

Watch the National's <em>Antony and Cleopatra</em> with Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo right here for free

Watch the National's Antony and Cleopatra with Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo right here for free

National Theatre to stream new shows including Tom Hiddleston in <em>Coriolanus</em> and <em>Barber Shop Chronicles</em>

National Theatre to stream new shows including Tom Hiddleston in Coriolanus and Barber Shop Chronicles

National Theatre's Rufus Norris: 'Without support, we're under by the end of the year'

National Theatre's Rufus Norris: 'Without support, we're under by the end of the year'

<em>Doctor Semmelweis</em> starring Mark Rylance postponed at Bristol Old Vic

Doctor Semmelweis starring Mark Rylance postponed at Bristol Old Vic

Richard Nelson has produced the first great online work of the Covid-19 pandemic

Richard Nelson has produced the first great online work of the Covid-19 pandemic

Watch National Theatre's <em>Frankenstein</em> with Benedict Cumberbatch here for free

Watch National Theatre's Frankenstein with Benedict Cumberbatch here for free

Quarantine Quiz – Hammed Animashaun on hugs, guitar playing and Monopoly

Quarantine Quiz – Hammed Animashaun on hugs, guitar playing and Monopoly

Watch the National Theatre's <em>Twelfth Night</em> right here for free

Watch the National Theatre's Twelfth Night right here for free

Shakespeare plays to watch online to mark his birthday

Shakespeare plays to watch online to mark his birthday

National Theatre to stream shows for free on YouTube with Benedict Cumberbatch, Ralph Fiennes, Sophie Okonedo and more

National Theatre to stream shows for free on YouTube with Benedict Cumberbatch, Ralph Fiennes, Sophie Okonedo and more

Watch the National Theatre's <em>Treasure Island</em> right here for free

Watch the National Theatre's Treasure Island right here for free

Watch the National Theatre's <em>Jane Eyre</em> right here for free

Watch the National Theatre's Jane Eyre right here for free

Theatres and shows with cancelled or rescheduled performances in response to coronavirus

Theatres and shows with cancelled or rescheduled performances in response to coronavirus

<em>The Habit of Art</em> with Matthew Kelly and <em>The Croft</em> tours filmed for online download

The Habit of Art with Matthew Kelly and The Croft tours filmed for online download

The National Theatre's <em>One Man, Two Guvnors</em> on YouTube is a triumphant reminder of why theatre matters – and one million people agree

The National Theatre's One Man, Two Guvnors on YouTube is a triumphant reminder of why theatre matters – and one million people agree

Watch National Theatre's <em>One Man, Two Guvnors</em> with James Corden for free here

Watch National Theatre's One Man, Two Guvnors with James Corden for free here

Ten plays you can listen to on Audible

Ten plays you can listen to on Audible

You can watch Hugh Jackman in the National Theatre's <em>Oklahoma!</em> for free this weekend

You can watch Hugh Jackman in the National Theatre's Oklahoma! for free this weekend

Around the world in 12 National Theatres

Around the world in 12 National Theatres

National Theatre to remain closed until 30 June

National Theatre to remain closed until 30 June

National Theatre productions to be streamed for free on YouTube

National Theatre productions to be streamed for free on YouTube

Virtual virtues – what is the role of VR in theatre?

Virtual virtues – what is the role of VR in theatre?

Top reviewed shows of 2020 to date

Top reviewed shows of 2020 to date

New plays to have on your theatre wishlist

New plays to have on your theatre wishlist

Morley's sponsors <em>Chicken Burger n Chips</em> in south London's Jack Studio Theatre

Morley's sponsors Chicken Burger n Chips in south London's Jack Studio Theatre

Review: <em>The Seven Streams of the River Ota</em> (National Theatre)

Review: The Seven Streams of the River Ota (National Theatre)

10 musicals that break the mould

10 musicals that break the mould

<em>Jack Absolute Flies Again</em> at the National Theatre full casting announced

Jack Absolute Flies Again at the National Theatre full casting announced

<em>Manor</em> at the National Theatre full casting announced

Manor at the National Theatre full casting announced

<em>The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time</em> to embark on UK and Ireland tour

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to embark on UK and Ireland tour

Lucy Prebble wins Susan Smith Blackburn Prize 2020 for <em>A Very Expensive Poison</em>

Lucy Prebble wins Susan Smith Blackburn Prize 2020 for A Very Expensive Poison

<em>The Pillowman</em> to play in the West End with Aaron Taylor-Johnson cast

The Pillowman to play in the West End with Aaron Taylor-Johnson cast

Michael Billington's successors are going to have to fight hard to preserve his legacy in the modern age

Michael Billington's successors are going to have to fight hard to preserve his legacy in the modern age

Chekhov – why we should care about his stories

Chekhov – why we should care about his stories

Sheffield Theatres summer season to include Victoria Wood and <em>Standing at the Sky's Edge</em>

Sheffield Theatres summer season to include Victoria Wood and Standing at the Sky's Edge

Alex Jennings to lead world premiere of <em>The Southbury Child</em> at the Bridge Theatre

Alex Jennings to lead world premiere of The Southbury Child at the Bridge Theatre

Emma Rice's <em>Wuthering Heights</em> stage adaptation cast to include Lucy McCormick and John Pfumojena

Emma Rice's Wuthering Heights stage adaptation cast to include Lucy McCormick and John Pfumojena

National Theatre unveils new shows featuring Kristin Scott Thomas, Nicola Walker and Alice Birch

National Theatre unveils new shows featuring Kristin Scott Thomas, Nicola Walker and Alice Birch

Neil Gaiman's <em>The Ocean at the End of the Lane</em> stage adaptation to transfer to the West End

Neil Gaiman's The Ocean at the End of the Lane stage adaptation to transfer to the West End

Laurie Sansom: So you want to be an artistic director?

Laurie Sansom: So you want to be an artistic director?

Review: <em>The Visit or The Old Lady Comes to Call</em> (National Theatre)

Review: The Visit or The Old Lady Comes to Call (National Theatre)

Did critics think that <em>Far Away</em> at the Donmar went the distance?

Review Round-Ups

Did critics think that Far Away at the Donmar went the distance?

Lucy Prebble's <em>The Effect</em> at the Boulevard Theatre cast announced

Lucy Prebble's The Effect at the Boulevard Theatre cast announced

<em>Come From Away</em> and <em>Small Island</em> casting directors win at the 2nd CDG Casting Awards

Come From Away and Small Island casting directors win at the 2nd CDG Casting Awards

Lesley Manville and Hugo Weaving in <em>The Visit</em> at the National Theatre: first look photos

Lesley Manville and Hugo Weaving in The Visit at the National Theatre: first look photos

Review: <em>Death of England</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Death of England (National Theatre)

Five sweet reasons to see <em>A Taste of Honey</em> at Trafalgar Studios

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Five sweet reasons to see A Taste of Honey at Trafalgar Studios

Susan Smith Blackburn Prize 2020 finalists announced including Lucy Prebble and Stef Smith

Susan Smith Blackburn Prize 2020 finalists announced including Lucy Prebble and Stef Smith

The Stage Awards 2020 winners announced, including <em>Life of Pi</em>, Leeds Playhouse and more

The Stage Awards 2020 winners announced, including Life of Pi, Leeds Playhouse and more

Deborah Warner announced as new Ustinov Studio artistic director

Deborah Warner announced as new Ustinov Studio artistic director

Rosie Day: With <em>Instructions For A Teenage Armageddon</em> I wanted to hand the microphone back to young women

Rosie Day: With Instructions For A Teenage Armageddon I wanted to hand the microphone back to young women

Linbury Prize winner Rose Revitt: Building sanctuary and chaos for <em>Dr Korczak's Example</em> at Leeds Playhouse

Linbury Prize winner Rose Revitt: Building sanctuary and chaos for Dr Korczak's Example at Leeds Playhouse

Review: <em>The Welkin</em> (National Theatre)

Review: The Welkin (National Theatre)

<em>The Welkin</em> at the National Theatre: first look at Maxine Peake, Cecilia Noble and more in Lucy Kirkwood's play

The Welkin at the National Theatre: first look at Maxine Peake, Cecilia Noble and more in Lucy Kirkwood's play

Top podcasts that bring the theatre to an online audience

Top podcasts that bring the theatre to an online audience

Andy Nyman and Jenna Russell confirmed to join Imelda Staunton in <em>Hello, Dolly!</em> in the West End

Andy Nyman and Jenna Russell confirmed to join Imelda Staunton in Hello, Dolly! in the West End

2nd CDG Casting Awards nominees announced

2nd CDG Casting Awards nominees announced

10 stage shows you can see in cinemas soon

10 stage shows you can see in cinemas soon

20 shows that celebrate the last 20 years of theatre

20 shows that celebrate the last 20 years of theatre

Sarah Crompton's top shows to see in 2020

Sarah Crompton's top shows to see in 2020

Arcola Theatre announces 2020 anniversary season

Arcola Theatre announces 2020 anniversary season

Top 12 new plays to see in 2020

Top 12 new plays to see in 2020

Sarah Crompton's top 10 theatre shows of 2019

Sarah Crompton's top 10 theatre shows of 2019

Review: <em>The Ocean at the End of the Lane</em> (National Theatre)

Review: The Ocean at the End of the Lane (National Theatre)

The Stage Awards 2020 shortlist includes <em>Death of a Salesman</em> and <em>& Juliet</em>

The Stage Awards 2020 shortlist includes Death of a Salesman and & Juliet

Review: <em>Three Sisters</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Three Sisters (National Theatre)

<em>A Taste of Honey</em> starring Jodie Prenger opens in the West End: photos

A Taste of Honey starring Jodie Prenger opens in the West End: photos

WhatsOnStage Awards winners – from past to present

WhatsOnStage Awards winners – from past to present

Inua Ellams to adapt <em>The Little Prince</em> as Fuel announces 2020 season

Inua Ellams to adapt The Little Prince as Fuel announces 2020 season

Linbury Prize for Stage Design winners announced

Linbury Prize for Stage Design winners announced

<em>Medea</em> starring Adura Onashile to run at the Edinburgh International Festival

Medea starring Adura Onashile to run at the Edinburgh International Festival

Comic and director Jonathan Miller has died aged 85

Comic and director Jonathan Miller has died aged 85

Headlong 2020 season announced as final in Jeremy Herrin's tenure

Headlong 2020 season announced as final in Jeremy Herrin's tenure

Review: <em>My Brilliant Friend</em> (National Theatre)

Review: My Brilliant Friend (National Theatre)

Imelda Staunton to star in <em>Hello, Dolly!</em> in the West End

Imelda Staunton to star in Hello, Dolly! in the West End

Jatinder Verma to step down as artistic director of Tara Arts

Jatinder Verma to step down as artistic director of Tara Arts

Stephen Sondheim's <em>Follies</em> to be adapted into a musical film by Dominic Cooke

Stephen Sondheim's Follies to be adapted into a musical film by Dominic Cooke

Sherman Theatre announces its 2020 season

Sherman Theatre announces its 2020 season

James McAvoy in <em>Cyrano de Bergerac</em> among NT Live broadcast shows for 2020

James McAvoy in Cyrano de Bergerac among NT Live broadcast shows for 2020

National Theatre announces Jessie Buckley and Josh O'Connor in <em>Romeo and Juliet</em> for 2020 programme

National Theatre announces Jessie Buckley and Josh O'Connor in Romeo and Juliet for 2020 programme

Bristol Old Vic announces 2020 season featuring Mark Rylance, <em>Gatsby</em> and Sally Cookson's <em>Wonder Boy</em>

Bristol Old Vic announces 2020 season featuring Mark Rylance, Gatsby and Sally Cookson's Wonder Boy

Fra Fee in <em>Translations</em> – backstage at the National Theatre

Fra Fee in Translations – backstage at the National Theatre

Cast announced for new <em>Beautiful – The Carole King Musical</em> tour

Cast announced for new Beautiful – The Carole King Musical tour

Captioning Awareness Week to include arts venues around the country

Captioning Awareness Week to include arts venues around the country

Shortlist announced for the 65th Evening Standard Theatre Awards

Shortlist announced for the 65th Evening Standard Theatre Awards

<em>The Cat in the Hat</em> to open at The Turbine Theatre this Christmas

The Cat in the Hat to open at The Turbine Theatre this Christmas

Review: <em>The Antipodes</em> (National Theatre)

Review: The Antipodes (National Theatre)

Lorne Campbell announced as new National Theatre Wales artistic director

Lorne Campbell announced as new National Theatre Wales artistic director

<em>Death of a Salesman</em> at 70 – a glance through the ages

Death of a Salesman at 70 – a glance through the ages

Top student theatre ticket offers and discounts across the UK

Top student theatre ticket offers and discounts across the UK

<em>The Antipodes</em> at the National Theatre: Annie Baker in rehearsals with Conleth Hill, Arthur Darvill and Sinéad Matthews

The Antipodes at the National Theatre: Annie Baker in rehearsals with Conleth Hill, Arthur Darvill and Sinéad Matthews

Black history month on stage: 12 shows to see

Black history month on stage: 12 shows to see

50 of the most eagerly anticipated theatre shows

50 of the most eagerly anticipated theatre shows

New Boulevard Theatre season to include Lucy Prebble's <em>The Effect</em>, Cormac McCarthy and Kathy Burke

New Boulevard Theatre season to include Lucy Prebble's The Effect, Cormac McCarthy and Kathy Burke

Review: <em>"Master Harold"…and the Boys</em> (National Theatre)

Review: "Master Harold"…and the Boys (National Theatre)

<em>A Taste of Honey</em> starring Jodie Prenger to transfer to the West End

A Taste of Honey starring Jodie Prenger to transfer to the West End

Review: <em>A Taste Of Honey</em> (The Lowry and tour)

Review: A Taste Of Honey (The Lowry and tour)

<em>Soho Cinders</em> musical to run at the Charing Cross Theatre

Soho Cinders musical to run at the Charing Cross Theatre

Review: <em>Faith, Hope and Charity</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Faith, Hope and Charity (National Theatre)

Alan Bennett's <em>The Habit of Art</em> to embark on a new tour starring Matthew Kelly and David Yelland

Alan Bennett's The Habit of Art to embark on a new tour starring Matthew Kelly and David Yelland

The Stage Debut Awards 2019 winners announced

The Stage Debut Awards 2019 winners announced

National Theatre announces <em>Wuthering Heights</em> Emma Rice adaptation, Hugo Weaving, Maxine Peake and more

National Theatre announces Wuthering Heights Emma Rice adaptation, Hugo Weaving, Maxine Peake and more

Best short and one-act plays you can see in London

Best short and one-act plays you can see in London

Headlong artistic director Jeremy Herrin to step down in 2020

Headlong artistic director Jeremy Herrin to step down in 2020

<em>Botticelli in the Fire</em> at Hampstead Theatre full casting announced

Botticelli in the Fire at Hampstead Theatre full casting announced

Top 5 selling UK tours on WhatsOnStage in August

Top 5 selling UK tours on WhatsOnStage in August

15 new plays from around the UK

15 new plays from around the UK

Review: <em>Hansard</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Hansard (National Theatre)

Lucian Msamati in rehearsals for Athol Fugard's <em> 'Master Harold'… and the boys</em> at the National Theatre

Lucian Msamati in rehearsals for Athol Fugard's 'Master Harold'… and the boys at the National Theatre

<em>The Lehman Trilogy</em> to transfer to Broadway

The Lehman Trilogy to transfer to Broadway

HighTide Festival Aldeburgh: Top 5 shows to see

HighTide Festival Aldeburgh: Top 5 shows to see

<em>Translations</em> at the National Theatre full casting announced

Translations at the National Theatre full casting announced

Review: <em>As You Like It</em> (Queen's Theatre, Hornchurch)

Review: As You Like It (Queen's Theatre, Hornchurch)

Lily James joins live Margaret Atwood event for new book <em>The Testaments</em>

Lily James joins live Margaret Atwood event for new book The Testaments

<em>Peter Pan</em> at Troubadour White City Theatre to close early

Peter Pan at Troubadour White City Theatre to close early

Ningali Lawford-Wolf, star of <em>The Secret River</em>, has died aged 52

Ningali Lawford-Wolf, star of The Secret River, has died aged 52

<em>One Man, Two Guvnors</em> at Derby and Hornchurch casting announced

One Man, Two Guvnors at Derby and Hornchurch casting announced

<em>The Stage</em> Debut Awards 2019: Shortlist includes Jac Yarrow, <em>Six</em> and <em>The Inheritance</em>

The Stage Debut Awards 2019: Shortlist includes Jac Yarrow, Six and The Inheritance

Dominik Tiefenthaler joins <em>The Lehman Trilogy</em> for final four weeks

Dominik Tiefenthaler joins The Lehman Trilogy for final four weeks

Buffini's <em>Handbagged</em> revived at New Vic Theatre

Buffini's Handbagged revived at New Vic Theatre

Review: <em>The Secret River</em> (King's Theatre, Edinburgh)

Review: The Secret River (King's Theatre, Edinburgh)

Review: <em>Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear – The Musical!</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear – The Musical! (National Theatre)

<em>Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear</em> musical in rehearsals at the National Theatre

Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear musical in rehearsals at the National Theatre

<em>Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear</em> musical at the National Theatre: first look photos

Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear musical at the National Theatre: first look photos

Best theatre 2019: play and show reviews in London

Best theatre 2019: play and show reviews in London

Review: <em>Peter Pan</em> (Troubadour White City Theatre)

Review: Peter Pan (Troubadour White City Theatre)

<em>The Lehman Trilogy</em> in the West End: Meet the show's fourth cast member

The Lehman Trilogy in the West End: Meet the show's fourth cast member

Five fresh reasons to see <em>Barber Shop Chronicles</em> at the Roundhouse

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Five fresh reasons to see Barber Shop Chronicles at the Roundhouse

Top 5 Edinburgh International Festival shows to see

Top 5 Edinburgh International Festival shows to see

Competition: win tickets to <em>Barber Shop Chronicles</em> at the Roundhouse

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Competition: win tickets to Barber Shop Chronicles at the Roundhouse

<em>An Inspector Calls</em> 2019 tour casting announced

An Inspector Calls 2019 tour casting announced

<em>Peter Pan</em> at Troubadour White City cast announced

Peter Pan at Troubadour White City cast announced

Conleth Hill, Arthur Darvill and more cast in Annie Baker's <em>The Antipodes</em>

Conleth Hill, Arthur Darvill and more cast in Annie Baker's The Antipodes

Kate Tempest, Neil Gaiman, Roy Williams, Clint Dyer, Tony Kushner and <em>My Brilliant Friend</em> in new NT season

Kate Tempest, Neil Gaiman, Roy Williams, Clint Dyer, Tony Kushner and My Brilliant Friend in new NT season

Watch James Corden's Tony Awards 2019 opening number

Watch James Corden's Tony Awards 2019 opening number

Tony Awards 2019: Brits, women directors, disability and the out-and-out success of <em>The Ferryman</em>

Tony Awards 2019: Brits, women directors, disability and the out-and-out success of The Ferryman

National Theatre's River Stage line up announced 2019

National Theatre's River Stage line up announced 2019

Frantic Assembly announces plans for 25th anniversary year

Frantic Assembly announces plans for 25th anniversary year

<em>Peter Pan</em> to open at Troubadour White City Theatre in July

Peter Pan to open at Troubadour White City Theatre in July

Evanna Lynch, Billy Postlethwaite and more to star in <em>Games for Lovers</em> at The Vaults

Evanna Lynch, Billy Postlethwaite and more to star in Games for Lovers at The Vaults

Review: <em>Rutherford and Son</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Rutherford and Son (National Theatre)

<em>Sucker Punch</em> revival features in Theatre Royal Stratford East new season

Sucker Punch revival features in Theatre Royal Stratford East new season

Gwendoline Christie's <em>Midsummer Night's Dream</em>, Andrew Scott's <em>Present Laughter</em> and <em>Hansard</em> to be released in cinemas through NT Live

Gwendoline Christie's Midsummer Night's Dream, Andrew Scott's Present Laughter and Hansard to be released in cinemas through NT Live

<em>Rutherford and Son</em> at the National Theatre first look at Roger Allam, Justine Mitchell, Anjana Vasan and more

Rutherford and Son at the National Theatre first look at Roger Allam, Justine Mitchell, Anjana Vasan and more

Imelda Staunton, Adrian Lester, Damian Lewis and more at <em>The Lehman Trilogy</em> West End premiere

Imelda Staunton, Adrian Lester, Damian Lewis and more at The Lehman Trilogy West End premiere

Leeds Playhouse announces new season as the theatre re-opens this autumn

Leeds Playhouse announces new season as the theatre re-opens this autumn

Bally Gill wins 2019 Ian Charleson Award

Bally Gill wins 2019 Ian Charleson Award

<em>Barber Shop Chronicles</em> at the Roundhouse and tour full cast announced

Barber Shop Chronicles at the Roundhouse and tour full cast announced

Janie Dee, Joanna Riding and cast of <em>Follies</em> to appear in Underbelly Festival South Bank concert

Janie Dee, Joanna Riding and cast of Follies to appear in Underbelly Festival South Bank concert

Competition: win tickets to <em>Top Girls</em> at the National Theatre

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Competition: win tickets to Top Girls at the National Theatre

Tony Awards 2019: <em>Hadestown</em>, <em>The Ferryman</em>, <em>Ink</em> and Ruth Wilson among nominees

Tony Awards 2019: Hadestown, The Ferryman, Ink and Ruth Wilson among nominees

Tony Awards 2019: British shows that could win big

Tony Awards 2019: British shows that could win big

<em>Small Island</em> at the National Theatre: first look photos

Small Island at the National Theatre: first look photos

<em>Hadestown</em> to release new Broadway cast album following run at National Theatre

Hadestown to release new Broadway cast album following run at National Theatre

Did critics have a top time at <em>Top Girls</em>?

Review Round-Ups

Did critics have a top time at Top Girls?

Review: <em>Top Girls</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Top Girls (National Theatre)

Five reasons to see <em>Downstate</em> at the National Theatre

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Five reasons to see Downstate at the National Theatre

<em>Top Girls</em> at the National Theatre: first look photos

Top Girls at the National Theatre: first look photos

National Theatre Live to celebrate 10th anniversary with outdoor and encore screenings

National Theatre Live to celebrate 10th anniversary with outdoor and encore screenings

National Theatre new season includes return of <em>Translations</em> and Lucian Msamati, Alex Jennings and Lindsay Duncan

National Theatre new season includes return of Translations and Lucian Msamati, Alex Jennings and Lindsay Duncan

Edinburgh International Festival 2019 full line-up to include Stephen Fry, 1927 and Kate Tempest

Edinburgh International Festival 2019 full line-up to include Stephen Fry, 1927 and Kate Tempest

Stephen Sondheim to appear in conversation at the National Theatre

Stephen Sondheim to appear in conversation at the National Theatre

Review: <em>Downstate</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Downstate (National Theatre)

Full <em>Anna</em> cast joining Phoebe Fox at the National Theatre announced

Full Anna cast joining Phoebe Fox at the National Theatre announced

Margaret Atwood to tour UK and Ireland and appear live in cinemas

Margaret Atwood to tour UK and Ireland and appear live in cinemas

David Tennant, Olivia Colman, Lenny Henry and more at the National Theatre Up Next gala

David Tennant, Olivia Colman, Lenny Henry and more at the National Theatre Up Next gala

<em>One Man, Two Guvnors</em> to be adapted into a film?

One Man, Two Guvnors to be adapted into a film?

<em>The Audience</em> regional premiere casts Faye Castelow as the Queen

The Audience regional premiere casts Faye Castelow as the Queen

<em>Follies</em> at the National Theatre: opening night in photos

Follies at the National Theatre: opening night in photos

Review: <em>Follies</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Follies (National Theatre)

<em>Follies</em> cast including Joanna Riding, Janie Dee, Tracie Bennett and more at opening night

Follies cast including Joanna Riding, Janie Dee, Tracie Bennett and more at opening night

Review: <em>Tartuffe</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Tartuffe (National Theatre)

<em>Hamilton</em> casting directors win at the inaugural CDG Casting Awards

Hamilton casting directors win at the inaugural CDG Casting Awards

Laurie Sansom announced as new Northern Broadsides artistic director

Laurie Sansom announced as new Northern Broadsides artistic director

Jodie Prenger to star in National Theatre tour of <em>A Taste of Honey</em>

Jodie Prenger to star in National Theatre tour of A Taste of Honey

Natalie Dormer, Angela Griffin and more join Katherine Parkinson for <em>Home, I'm Darling</em> opening night

Natalie Dormer, Angela Griffin and more join Katherine Parkinson for Home, I'm Darling opening night

Denis O'Hare on his Polish Tartuffe for the Brexit age

Denis O'Hare on his Polish Tartuffe for the Brexit age

Duchess of Sussex visits National Theatre: in pictures

Duchess of Sussex visits National Theatre: in pictures

Sophie Okonedo, Patsy Ferran, <em>Company</em> and <em>The Inheritance</em> among Critics' Circle Award winners

Sophie Okonedo, Patsy Ferran, Company and The Inheritance among Critics' Circle Award winners

Susan Smith Blackburn Prize 2019 finalists include Ella Hickson, debbie tucker green and Nina Raine

Susan Smith Blackburn Prize 2019 finalists include Ella Hickson, debbie tucker green and Nina Raine

Were critics sufficiently tortured by Cate Blanchett's National Theatre debut?

Review Round-Ups

Were critics sufficiently tortured by Cate Blanchett's National Theatre debut?

Review: <em>When We Have Sufficiently Tortured Each Other…</em> (National Theatre)

Review: When We Have Sufficiently Tortured Each Other… (National Theatre)

<em>War Horse</em> to run at new Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre in London

War Horse to run at new Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre in London

Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle to become new National Theatre Royal Patron

Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle to become new National Theatre Royal Patron

Home Secretary Sajid Javid invited to special performance of <em>The Jungle</em> by Good Chance Theatre

Home Secretary Sajid Javid invited to special performance of The Jungle by Good Chance Theatre

Cast joining Katherine Parkinson in the <em>Home, I'm Darling</em> West End transfer announced

Cast joining Katherine Parkinson in the Home, I'm Darling West End transfer announced

Architect Steve Tompkins tops <em>The Stage</em> 100 list

Architect Steve Tompkins tops The Stage 100 list

Sophie Okonedo, Michael Palin, Twiggy and Thandie Newton feature on the Queen's New Year's Honours List

Sophie Okonedo, Michael Palin, Twiggy and Thandie Newton feature on the Queen's New Year's Honours List

Review: <em>The Tell-Tale Heart</em> (National Theatre)

Review: The Tell-Tale Heart (National Theatre)

<em>The Stage</em> Awards 2019 shortlist announced

The Stage Awards 2019 shortlist announced

Sarah Crompton's top ten shows of 2018

Sarah Crompton's top ten shows of 2018

Alfred Enoch, Arlene Phillips, Esther Rantzen and more at the opening night of <em>Curious Incident</em>

Alfred Enoch, Arlene Phillips, Esther Rantzen and more at the opening night of Curious Incident

Review: <em>Nine Night</em> (Trafalgar Studios)

Review: Nine Night (Trafalgar Studios)

Christmas gift guide 2018 for theatre lovers

Christmas gift guide 2018 for theatre lovers

<em>War Horse</em> 2019 tour casting announced

War Horse 2019 tour casting announced

Natasha Gordon: 'We should celebrate when we have six black British female playwrights in one year in the West End'

Natasha Gordon: 'We should celebrate when we have six black British female playwrights in one year in the West End'

Review: <em>Her Naked Skin/Votes for Women!</em> in Courage Everywhere (National Theatre)

Review: Her Naked Skin/Votes for Women! in Courage Everywhere (National Theatre)

Becoming <em>War Horse</em>'s Joey in 5 easy steps

Becoming War Horse's Joey in 5 easy steps

<em>Hadestown</em> opening night interviews with Eva Noblezada, Anaïs Mitchell and more

Hadestown opening night interviews with Eva Noblezada, Anaïs Mitchell and more

Did the critics enjoy their trip to <em>Hadestown</em> at the National Theatre?

Review Round-Ups

Did the critics enjoy their trip to Hadestown at the National Theatre?

Disability History Month 2018: what's going on

Disability History Month 2018: what's going on

Review: <em>Hadestown</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Hadestown (National Theatre)

What to watch: best shows to see this week

What to watch: best shows to see this week

<em>Hadestown</em> at the National Theatre: first look at Eva Noblezada, André de Shields, Reeve Carney and Amber Gray

Hadestown at the National Theatre: first look at Eva Noblezada, André de Shields, Reeve Carney and Amber Gray

Review: <em>War Horse</em> (National Theatre)

Review: War Horse (National Theatre)

Fiona Shaw and George Mackay join Courage Everywhere festival at the National Theatre

Fiona Shaw and George Mackay join Courage Everywhere festival at the National Theatre

14 shows to see this Christmas that have nothing to do with Christmas

14 shows to see this Christmas that have nothing to do with Christmas

Denis O'Hare to star in <em>Tartuffe</em> at the National Theatre

Denis O'Hare to star in Tartuffe at the National Theatre

<em>The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time</em> West End return casting announced

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time West End return casting announced

Sheila Atim, Jade Anouka and Indira Varma among lineup for National Theatre's suffrage festival

Sheila Atim, Jade Anouka and Indira Varma among lineup for National Theatre's suffrage festival

New <em>West Side Story</em> production and <em>Hobson's Choice</em> feature in Royal Exchange 2019 season

New West Side Story production and Hobson's Choice feature in Royal Exchange 2019 season

<em>Home, I'm Darling</em> starring Katherine Parkinson to transfer to the West End and announces UK tour

Home, I'm Darling starring Katherine Parkinson to transfer to the West End and announces UK tour

First World War on stage: top shows celebrating the Armistice Centenary

First World War on stage: top shows celebrating the Armistice Centenary

Evening Standard Awards 2018 nominations announced

Evening Standard Awards 2018 nominations announced

<em>Top Girls</em> at the National Theatre casting announced

Top Girls at the National Theatre casting announced

WhatsOffStage Awards 2018 – winners reactions

WhatsOffStage Awards 2018 – winners reactions

Review: <em>Stories</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Stories (National Theatre)

<em>The Lehman Trilogy</em> to transfer to the West End

The Lehman Trilogy to transfer to the West End

<em>Barber Shop Chronicles</em> to embark on a UK tour

Barber Shop Chronicles to embark on a UK tour

Christmas shows you need to book now

Christmas shows you need to book now

Eva Noblezada, André de Shields and the cast of National Theatre's <em>Hadestown</em> in rehearsals

Eva Noblezada, André de Shields and the cast of National Theatre's Hadestown in rehearsals

Review: <em>I'm Not Running</em> (National Theatre)

Review: I'm Not Running (National Theatre)

Lenny Henry, James McArdle and <em>Small Island</em> feature in new National Theatre season

Lenny Henry, James McArdle and Small Island feature in new National Theatre season

12 <em>Game of Thrones</em> stars you can see on stage this winter

12 Game of Thrones stars you can see on stage this winter

Did the stars align for Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo in <em>Antony and Cleopatra</em>?

Review Round-Ups

Did the stars align for Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo in Antony and Cleopatra?

Review: <em>Antony and Cleopatra</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Antony and Cleopatra (National Theatre)

Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo in <em>Antony and Cleopatra</em> at the National Theatre: first look

Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo in Antony and Cleopatra at the National Theatre: first look

What to watch: best shows to see this week

What to watch: best shows to see this week

Review: <em>The Prisoner</em> (National Theatre)

Review: The Prisoner (National Theatre)

<em>Nine Night</em> writer Natasha Gordon to star in her debut play in the West End

Nine Night writer Natasha Gordon to star in her debut play in the West End

<em>Hamilton</em>'s Jamael Westman and Ash Hunter to appear in Tristan Bates' <em>Off the Record</em> event

Hamilton's Jamael Westman and Ash Hunter to appear in Tristan Bates' Off the Record event

<em>An Inspector Calls</em> full casting announced for UK and US tour

An Inspector Calls full casting announced for UK and US tour

Rufus Norris steps in to star in <em>Home, I'm Darling</em> at the National Theatre

Rufus Norris steps in to star in Home, I'm Darling at the National Theatre

Review: <em>Pericles</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Pericles (National Theatre)

What to watch: best shows to see this week

What to watch: best shows to see this week

Aidan Turner, Adrienne Warren and Bryan Cranston among The Stage Debut Awards nominees

Aidan Turner, Adrienne Warren and Bryan Cranston among The Stage Debut Awards nominees

Eva Noblezada and André de Shields to star in <em>Hadestown</em> at the National

Eva Noblezada and André de Shields to star in Hadestown at the National

<em>Network</em> starring Bryan Cranston to transfer to Broadway

Network starring Bryan Cranston to transfer to Broadway

Alan Bennett's <em>Allelujah!</em> to be broadcast in cinemas with NT Live

Alan Bennett's Allelujah! to be broadcast in cinemas with NT Live

National Theatre's <em>Macbeth</em> UK and Ireland tour casting announced

National Theatre's Macbeth UK and Ireland tour casting announced

Review: <em>Home, I'm Darling</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Home, I'm Darling (National Theatre)

Katherine Parkinson: 'I've written a play for Edinburgh but I'm not going to see a single performance'

Katherine Parkinson: 'I've written a play for Edinburgh but I'm not going to see a single performance'

The biggest theatre news stories of 2018…so far

The biggest theatre news stories of 2018…so far

Lead actor? Pah. I'd buy a ticket to see a good supporting one

Lead actor? Pah. I'd buy a ticket to see a good supporting one

Review: <em>Exit the King</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Exit the King (National Theatre)

Rhys Ifans and Indira Varma in <em>Exit the King</em> at the National Theatre: first look

Rhys Ifans and Indira Varma in Exit the King at the National Theatre: first look

<em>Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time</em> to tour schools in 90 minute version

Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time to tour schools in 90 minute version

What to watch: best shows to see this week

What to watch: best shows to see this week

Alan Bennett's <em>Allelujah!</em> at the Bridge Theatre first look photos released

Alan Bennett's Allelujah! at the Bridge Theatre first look photos released

<em>The Lehman Trilogy</em>: first look at Simon Russell Beale, Ben Miles and Adam Godley at the National

The Lehman Trilogy: first look at Simon Russell Beale, Ben Miles and Adam Godley at the National

And Introducing…Max Webster: the director who takes on everything from Seuss to Shakespeare

And Introducing…Max Webster: the director who takes on everything from Seuss to Shakespeare

Young Vic, New Adventures and Lyric Hammersmith win creative environment awards

Young Vic, New Adventures and Lyric Hammersmith win creative environment awards

Rhys Ifans and Indira Varma in rehearsals for <em>Exit the King</em>: first look photos

Rhys Ifans and Indira Varma in rehearsals for Exit the King: first look photos

Katherine Parkinson and the cast of <em>Home, I'm Darling</em>: first look photos

Katherine Parkinson and the cast of Home, I'm Darling: first look photos

National Theatre to screen NT Live productions for free in Wembley Park

National Theatre to screen NT Live productions for free in Wembley Park

<em>The Light Princess</em> first listen to Rosalie Craig and Hadley Fraser in rehearsals

The Light Princess first listen to Rosalie Craig and Hadley Fraser in rehearsals

<em>The Lehman Trilogy</em> photos: Simon Russell Beale, Sam Mendes and cast in rehearsal

The Lehman Trilogy photos: Simon Russell Beale, Sam Mendes and cast in rehearsal

Ned Bennett and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins: interview on <em>An Octoroon</em>

Ned Bennett and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins: interview on An Octoroon

Nicholas Hytner wins the Theatre Book Prize for <em>Balancing Acts</em>

Nicholas Hytner wins the Theatre Book Prize for Balancing Acts

<em>Follies</em> National Theatre return announces further casting

Follies National Theatre return announces further casting

Peter Brook returns to National Theatre in new season

Peter Brook returns to National Theatre in new season

National Theatre's <em>Nine Night</em> announces West End transfer

National Theatre's Nine Night announces West End transfer

Thelma Holt wins Sam Wanamaker Award

Thelma Holt wins Sam Wanamaker Award

Review: <em>An Octoroon</em> (National Theatre)

Review: An Octoroon (National Theatre)

Cate Blanchett will bring more people to an interesting project and that's no bad thing

Cate Blanchett will bring more people to an interesting project and that's no bad thing

Cate Blanchett and Stephen Dillane to star in Martin Crimp world premiere at National Theatre

Cate Blanchett and Stephen Dillane to star in Martin Crimp world premiere at National Theatre

What to watch: best shows to see this week

What to watch: best shows to see this week

Tony Awards 2018 – a night for scrappy outsiders (and the $68 million dollar Harry Potter play)

Tony Awards 2018 – a night for scrappy outsiders (and the $68 million dollar Harry Potter play)

Marianne Elliott and Emma Thompson in the Queen's birthday honours list

Marianne Elliott and Emma Thompson in the Queen's birthday honours list

Mark Williams to star in <em>Doctor Dolittle</em> in new touring production

Mark Williams to star in Doctor Dolittle in new touring production

Review: <em>Julie</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Julie (National Theatre)

National Theatre announces 2018 River Stage line up

National Theatre announces 2018 River Stage line up

First look at Vanessa Kirby and the cast of <em>Julie</em> at the National Theatre

First look at Vanessa Kirby and the cast of Julie at the National Theatre

What to watch: best shows to see this week

What to watch: best shows to see this week

Cyndi Lauper, Arinzé Kene and the cast of <em>The Jungle</em> make our top pics of the week

Cyndi Lauper, Arinzé Kene and the cast of The Jungle make our top pics of the week

Did the critics think Colin Morgan was lost in <em>Translations</em>?

Review Round-Ups

Did the critics think Colin Morgan was lost in Translations?

Katherine Parkinson and the cast of Laura Wade's <em>Home, I'm Darling</em> in rehearsals

Katherine Parkinson and the cast of Laura Wade's Home, I'm Darling in rehearsals

Review: Translations (National Theatre)

Review: Translations (National Theatre)

Review: Consent (Harold Pinter Theatre)

Review: Consent (Harold Pinter Theatre)

Colin Morgan, Ciaràn Hinds and the cast of National Theatre's <em>Translations</em>: exclusive first look

Colin Morgan, Ciaràn Hinds and the cast of National Theatre's Translations: exclusive first look

Natalie Simpson wins 2017 Ian Charleson Award

Natalie Simpson wins 2017 Ian Charleson Award

Antonio Banderas, Ian McKellen and Oprah Winfrey make our top pics of the week

Antonio Banderas, Ian McKellen and Oprah Winfrey make our top pics of the week

Stephen Campbell Moore: 'You couldn't tire of watching <em>Consent</em>'

Stephen Campbell Moore: 'You couldn't tire of watching Consent'

Tinuke Craig: 'Becoming a director is harder than ever because it's so London-centric'

Tinuke Craig: 'Becoming a director is harder than ever because it's so London-centric'

National Theatre to host open forum discussing costly EU lighting regulations

National Theatre to host open forum discussing costly EU lighting regulations

Colin Morgan, Ciarán Hinds and the cast rehearse the National Theatre's Translations

Colin Morgan, Ciarán Hinds and the cast rehearse the National Theatre's Translations

Tony Award nominations 2018 full list: Angels in America breaks Broadway record

Tony Award nominations 2018 full list: Angels in America breaks Broadway record

Review: <em>Nine Night</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Nine Night (National Theatre)

What to watch: best theatre to see this week

What to watch: best theatre to see this week

Zinnie Harris to adapt <em>The Duchess of Malfi</em> for #MeToo generation

Zinnie Harris to adapt The Duchess of Malfi for #MeToo generation

Review: <em> Absolute Hell</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Absolute Hell (National Theatre)

Prasanna Puwanarajah: 'Britain wasn't ready for <em>Absolute Hell</em> when it first came out'

Prasanna Puwanarajah: 'Britain wasn't ready for Absolute Hell when it first came out'

What to watch: best theatre openings this week

What to watch: best theatre openings this week

First look at <em>Absolute Hell</em> starring Kate Fleetwood, Jonathan Slinger and Prasanna Puwanarajah

First look at Absolute Hell starring Kate Fleetwood, Jonathan Slinger and Prasanna Puwanarajah

Follies dates, casting and new Anaïs Mitchell musical announced at the National Theatre

Follies dates, casting and new Anaïs Mitchell musical announced at the National Theatre

<em>Consent</em> West End cast announced

Consent West End cast announced

Olivier Awards rename Best Director honour after late Peter Hall

Olivier Awards rename Best Director honour after late Peter Hall

Olivier Awards 2018: <em>Hamilton</em> and Bryan Cranston among winners

Olivier Awards 2018: Hamilton and Bryan Cranston among winners

<em>Absolute Hell</em> photos: first look at National Theatre's rehearsals

Absolute Hell photos: first look at National Theatre's rehearsals

It's time to put set designers centre stage

It's time to put set designers centre stage

National Theatre and The Wardrobe Ensemble to present <em>The Star Seekers</em> at the Dorfman Theatre

National Theatre and The Wardrobe Ensemble to present The Star Seekers at the Dorfman Theatre

Review: <em>The Great Wave</em> (National Theatre)

Review: The Great Wave (National Theatre)

<em>The Great Wave</em> at the National Theatre: Indhu Rubasingham and Francis Turnly interview

The Great Wave at the National Theatre: Indhu Rubasingham and Francis Turnly interview

National Theatre production of <em>Consent</em> to transfer to West End

National Theatre production of Consent to transfer to West End

8 facts you didn't know about women in theatre

8 facts you didn't know about women in theatre

Did the critics murder <em>Macbeth</em>?

Review Round-Ups

Did the critics murder Macbeth?

Review: <em>Macbeth</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Macbeth (National Theatre)

Teen blogger: <em>Pinocchio</em> reminded me that white lies are sometimes helpful

Teen blogger: Pinocchio reminded me that white lies are sometimes helpful

<em>Macbeth</em>, <em>Summer and Smoke</em> and <em>The Cherry Orchard</em> make our top openings of the week

Macbeth, Summer and Smoke and The Cherry Orchard make our top openings of the week

Test your theatre knowledge: Weather on stage

Test your theatre knowledge: Weather on stage

Valentine's Day, Amber Riley and Christopher Eccleston make our top pics of the week

Valentine's Day, Amber Riley and Christopher Eccleston make our top pics of the week

Review: <em>The Storm Cycle 1: Nothing Remains The Same</em> (National Theatre Wales)

Review: The Storm Cycle 1: Nothing Remains The Same (National Theatre Wales)

<em>The Ferryman</em> closing date announced, Broadway transfer dates revealed

The Ferryman closing date announced, Broadway transfer dates revealed

Valentine's Day: top 10 theatre picks for a romantic evening

Valentine's Day: top 10 theatre picks for a romantic evening

April de Angelis: 'It's still unusual to have women centre stage'

April de Angelis: 'It's still unusual to have women centre stage'

Can a piece of theatre ever be a finished product?

Can a piece of theatre ever be a finished product?

Richard Harrington cast in National Theatre and Theatr Clwyd's <em>Home, I'm Darling</em>

Richard Harrington cast in National Theatre and Theatr Clwyd's Home, I'm Darling

Jonathan Broadbent, Paul Bradley and Belinda Lang lead the cast in Orange Tree Theatre's <em>Humble Boy</em>

Jonathan Broadbent, Paul Bradley and Belinda Lang lead the cast in Orange Tree Theatre's Humble Boy

Tina Turner, Bryan Cranston and Rupert Graves make our top pics of the week

Tina Turner, Bryan Cranston and Rupert Graves make our top pics of the week

<em>Macbeth</em> at the National Theatre rehearsals with Rory Kinnear and Anne-Marie Duff

Macbeth at the National Theatre rehearsals with Rory Kinnear and Anne-Marie Duff

National Theatre's <em>Follies</em> will return next year

National Theatre's Follies will return next year

Review: <em>John</em> (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Review: John (Dorfman, National Theatre)

James Macdonald: 'Annie Baker is a poet of lost souls'

James Macdonald: 'Annie Baker is a poet of lost souls'

<em>John</em> and <em>The Brothers Size</em> make our top openings of the week

John and The Brothers Size make our top openings of the week

Simon Russell Beale to star in National Theatre's <em>The Lehman Trilogy</em> alongside Ben Miles and Adam Godley

Simon Russell Beale to star in National Theatre's The Lehman Trilogy alongside Ben Miles and Adam Godley

London's West End to be illuminated by <em>Lumiere</em>

London's West End to be illuminated by Lumiere

Full cast joining Rory Kinnear and Anne-Marie Duff in <em>Macbeth</em> announced

Full cast joining Rory Kinnear and Anne-Marie Duff in Macbeth announced

Top shows to see in 2018

Top shows to see in 2018

Lucian Msamati: 'If a job terrifies me, then I usually go for it'

Lucian Msamati: 'If a job terrifies me, then I usually go for it'

Matt Trueman: ten shows I'm looking forward to in 2018

Matt Trueman: ten shows I'm looking forward to in 2018

Sarah Crompton's top ten shows of 2017

Sarah Crompton's top ten shows of 2017

YouTubers break into National Theatre and stay overnight

YouTubers break into National Theatre and stay overnight

Matt Trueman's top ten shows of 2017

Matt Trueman's top ten shows of 2017

Were the <em>Pinocchio</em> critics highly strung?

Review Round-Ups

Were the Pinocchio critics highly strung?

Review: <em>Pinocchio</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Pinocchio (National Theatre)

Nominees for The Stage Awards 2018 announced

Nominees for The Stage Awards 2018 announced

Test your theatre knowledge: Quiz of the month

Test your theatre knowledge: Quiz of the month

Why today's theatremakers aren't suited to the Olivier

Why today's theatremakers aren't suited to the Olivier

In pictures: Behind the scenes at <em>Follies</em>

In pictures: Behind the scenes at Follies

Review round up: Do critics think <em>Network</em> is good news for the National?

Review Round-Ups

Review round up: Do critics think Network is good news for the National?

Review: <em>Network</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Network (National Theatre)

Bryan Cranston and the cast of <em>Network</em>: first look at production images

Bryan Cranston and the cast of Network: first look at production images

<em>Network</em> and <em>Tiger Bay</em> make our top openings of the week

Network and Tiger Bay make our top openings of the week

Review: <em>Glengarry Glen Ross</em> (Playhouse Theatre)

Review: Glengarry Glen Ross (Playhouse Theatre)

Jan Versweyveld: 'You can feel the adrenaline pumping in <em>Network</em>'

Jan Versweyveld: 'You can feel the adrenaline pumping in Network'

Linbury Prize 2017 winners announced

Linbury Prize 2017 winners announced

Peter Brook Empty Space Awards to end as 2017 winners announced

Peter Brook Empty Space Awards to end as 2017 winners announced

Rory Kinnear: 'Acting is frustrating and elusive but I love it'

Rory Kinnear: 'Acting is frustrating and elusive but I love it'

First look at Bryan Cranston in rehearsals for <em>Network</em>

First look at Bryan Cranston in rehearsals for Network

Poll: What is the best theatre poster of all time?

Poll: What is the best theatre poster of all time?

David Eldridge: 'A writing life is far too precarious to ever resemble a career'

David Eldridge: 'A writing life is far too precarious to ever resemble a career'

The week in pictures: 7 – 13 October

The week in pictures: 7 – 13 October

Dragon fights and doll houses: designing the Olivier stage for <em>Saint George and the Dragon</em>

Dragon fights and doll houses: designing the Olivier stage for Saint George and the Dragon

Review: <em>Beginning</em> (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Review: Beginning (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Patrick Stewart and Christian Slater join cast for gala night of <em>Oslo</em>

Patrick Stewart and Christian Slater join cast for gala night of Oslo

Review: <em>Saint George and the Dragon</em> (Olivier, National Theatre)

Review: Saint George and the Dragon (Olivier, National Theatre)

Mike Bartlett: 'I was staggered that <em>Doctor Foster</em> was so popular'

Mike Bartlett: 'I was staggered that Doctor Foster was so popular'

Review: <em>Hedda Gabler</em> (Theatre Royal Plymouth)

Review: Hedda Gabler (Theatre Royal Plymouth)

National Theatre and Disney's <em>Pinocchio</em> in rehearsals

National Theatre and Disney's Pinocchio in rehearsals

Colin Morgan, Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo announced in new National Theatre season

Colin Morgan, Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo announced in new National Theatre season

Our top 5 theatre bars in London

Our top 5 theatre bars in London

16 ways to get cheap theatre tickets if you're under 26

16 ways to get cheap theatre tickets if you're under 26

Peter Hall: yesterday's pioneer is today's past

Peter Hall: yesterday's pioneer is today's past

Review: <em>Oslo</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Oslo (National Theatre)

Rufus Norris: 'We must be aware of nepotism in the theatre industry'

Rufus Norris: 'We must be aware of nepotism in the theatre industry'

First look at cast of the National's <em>Saint George and the Dragon</em> in rehearsals

First look at cast of the National's Saint George and the Dragon in rehearsals

JT Rogers: 'We've all been pummeled by bad political theatre'

JT Rogers: 'We've all been pummeled by bad political theatre'

Peter Hall achieved his remarkable vision despite opposition on all sides

Peter Hall achieved his remarkable vision despite opposition on all sides

Peter Hall dies aged 86

Peter Hall dies aged 86

Theatre needs intervals and not just for toilet breaks

Theatre needs intervals and not just for toilet breaks

Top 5 openings of the week: 11 – 17 September

Top 5 openings of the week: 11 – 17 September

First look at Lydia Leonard and Toby Stephens in <em>Oslo</em>

First look at Lydia Leonard and Toby Stephens in Oslo

<em>Angels in America</em> announces Broadway transfer

Angels in America announces Broadway transfer

Did critics lose their minds over <em>Follies</em>?

Review Round-Ups

Did critics lose their minds over Follies?

Top 5 openings of the week: 4 – 10 September

Top 5 openings of the week: 4 – 10 September

Quiz of the week: Musicals at the National Theatre

Quiz of the week: Musicals at the National Theatre

Douglas Henshall to star in <em>Network</em> alongside Bryan Cranston

Douglas Henshall to star in Network alongside Bryan Cranston

The National Theatre celebrates final River Stage weekend

The National Theatre celebrates final River Stage weekend

Olivia Colman and Olivia Williams to take part in National Theatre talk on <em>Mosquitoes</em>

Olivia Colman and Olivia Williams to take part in National Theatre talk on Mosquitoes

Stephen Sondheim: 'I said no to John Tiffany's all-male version of <em>Company</em>'

Stephen Sondheim: 'I said no to John Tiffany's all-male version of Company'

Simon Stephens: 'I've never written a play like <em>Heisenberg</em> before'

Simon Stephens: 'I've never written a play like Heisenberg before'

Little Bulb on their gypsy jazz River Stage show

Little Bulb on their gypsy jazz River Stage show

Demystifying dance will make more fall under its spell

Demystifying dance will make more fall under its spell

Alexander Whitley: 'It's a difficult time for aspiring choreographers'

Alexander Whitley: 'It's a difficult time for aspiring choreographers'

Exclusive: First look at Toby Stephens and the cast of <em>Oslo</em> in rehearsals

Exclusive: First look at Toby Stephens and the cast of Oslo in rehearsals

Zinnie Harris: There's momentum behind Scottish theatre at the moment

Zinnie Harris: There's momentum behind Scottish theatre at the moment

In pictures: WOMAD takes over the National Theatre's River Stage

In pictures: WOMAD takes over the National Theatre's River Stage

Exclusive: Full cast announced for UK tour of <em>People, Places and Things</em>

Exclusive: Full cast announced for UK tour of People, Places and Things

Learn to beatbox with Grace Savage

Learn to beatbox with Grace Savage

HOME on the River Stage at the National Theatre

HOME on the River Stage at the National Theatre

Michelle Dockery joins Bryan Cranston in National Theatre's <em>Network</em>

Michelle Dockery joins Bryan Cranston in National Theatre's Network

First look at Imelda Staunton and cast in rehearsals for National Theatre's <em>Follies</em>

First look at Imelda Staunton and cast in rehearsals for National Theatre's Follies

Bourgeois & Maurice show off their costumes

Bourgeois & Maurice show off their costumes

In pictures: The Glory takes over the National Theatre's River Stage

In pictures: The Glory takes over the National Theatre's River Stage

Anne Reid cast in <em>A Woman of No Importance</em>

Anne Reid cast in A Woman of No Importance

What to see at the National Theatre's River Stage this year

What to see at the National Theatre's River Stage this year

Did <em>Mosquitoes</em> get stung by the critics?

Review Round-Ups

Did Mosquitoes get stung by the critics?

Review: <em>Mosquitoes</em> (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Review: Mosquitoes (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Rufus Norris: "The River Stage is political, it's owned by the nation and it's for everyone"

Rufus Norris: "The River Stage is political, it's owned by the nation and it's for everyone"

First Look: Lucy Kirkwood's <em>Mosquitoes</em> at the National Theatre

First Look: Lucy Kirkwood's Mosquitoes at the National Theatre

The week in pictures: 8 – 14 July

The week in pictures: 8 – 14 July

Casting announced for National Theatre's <em>Oslo</em>

Casting announced for National Theatre's Oslo

Test your theatre knowledge: LGBT+ on stage

Test your theatre knowledge: LGBT+ on stage

Exclusive: Olivia Colman and Olivia Williams in rehearsals for <em>Mosquitoes</em>

Exclusive: Olivia Colman and Olivia Williams in rehearsals for Mosquitoes

All you need to know about National Theatre's River Stage festival

All you need to know about National Theatre's River Stage festival

Line-up for the National Theatre's River Stage festival announced

Line-up for the National Theatre's River Stage festival announced

How do you solve a problem like the Olivier?

How do you solve a problem like the Olivier?

Casting announced for <em>Neaptide</em> at the National Theatre

Casting announced for Neaptide at the National Theatre

John Heffernan to star in <em>Saint George and the Dragon</em> at the National Theatre

John Heffernan to star in Saint George and the Dragon at the National Theatre

Theatres must be more than just a space for performances

Theatres must be more than just a space for performances

Full cast announced for <em>Mosquitoes</em> at the National Theatre

Full cast announced for Mosquitoes at the National Theatre

Review: <em>Common</em> (Olivier, National Theatre)

Review: Common (Olivier, National Theatre)

Inua Ellams: 'Not all Africans are Nigerian, I want <em>Barber Shop Chronicles</em> to show that'

Inua Ellams: 'Not all Africans are Nigerian, I want Barber Shop Chronicles to show that'

New network launches to support theatres and theatremakers in London

New network launches to support theatres and theatremakers in London

Theatre is experiencing a golden age of ensemble acting

Theatre is experiencing a golden age of ensemble acting

Ed Miliband and Harriet Walter to feature on new National Theatre podcast series

Ed Miliband and Harriet Walter to feature on new National Theatre podcast series

Review: <em>Salomé</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Salomé (National Theatre)

If you want to see London's best theatre, join the queue for day seats

If you want to see London's best theatre, join the queue for day seats

Test your theatre knowledge: The Bible on stage

Test your theatre knowledge: The Bible on stage

Review: <em>Angels in America</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Angels in America (National Theatre)

Yaël Farber: the director re-writing the story of Salome

Yaël Farber: the director re-writing the story of Salome

Top 5 theatre openings: 1 – 7 May

Top 5 theatre openings: 1 – 7 May

First look at the first part of <em>Angels in America</em>

First look at the first part of Angels in America

The new Bridge Theatre programme isn't safe, it's thrilling

The new Bridge Theatre programme isn't safe, it's thrilling

Casting announced for National Theatre's verbatim piece on Trump

Casting announced for National Theatre's verbatim piece on Trump

Tributes paid to director Michael Bogdanov

Tributes paid to director Michael Bogdanov

Competition: Win tickets to see <em>Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour</em>

Competition: Win tickets to see Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour

Review: <em>Consent</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Consent (National Theatre)

Lucy Kerbel: There will always be people who feel challenged by change

Lucy Kerbel: There will always be people who feel challenged by change

Casting announced for National Theatre's <em>Barber Shop Chronicles</em>

Casting announced for National Theatre's Barber Shop Chronicles

Southbank Centre cancel London Philharmonic concert following Westminster attack

Southbank Centre cancel London Philharmonic concert following Westminster attack

We ignore older actors at our absolute peril

We ignore older actors at our absolute peril

Review: <em>My Country: A Work in Progress</em> (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Review: My Country: A Work in Progress (Dorfman, National Theatre)

How they created the NT's Brexit play <em>My Country</em>

How they created the NT's Brexit play My Country

Chukwudi Iwuji: 'Ivo van Hove gave me more faith in the industry'

Chukwudi Iwuji: 'Ivo van Hove gave me more faith in the industry'

Tricycle Theatre announces new National Theatre co-production

Tricycle Theatre announces new National Theatre co-production

National Theatre's <em>Hedda Gabler</em> to go on UK tour

National Theatre's Hedda Gabler to go on UK tour

Review: <em>Twelfth Night</em> (Olivier, National Theatre)

Review: Twelfth Night (Olivier, National Theatre)

Theatre loses too much talent to screen: let's cheer those who make it back

Theatre loses too much talent to screen: let's cheer those who make it back

Jemima Rooper: 'Our <em>Midsummer</em> isn't naïve or innocent, it's complicated'

Jemima Rooper: 'Our Midsummer isn't naïve or innocent, it's complicated'

Tamara Lawrance: <em>Columbo</em> made me want to act

Tamara Lawrance: Columbo made me want to act

90 seconds with playwright Lindsey Ferrentino

90 seconds with playwright Lindsey Ferrentino

David Hare: 'Subsidised theatre is simply a breeding ground for commercial theatre'

David Hare: 'Subsidised theatre is simply a breeding ground for commercial theatre'

Michael Billington is wrong: the National Theatre's future has to be in the here and now

Michael Billington is wrong: the National Theatre's future has to be in the here and now

Review: <em>Dublin Oldschool</em> (Dorfman Theatre, National Theatre)

Review: Dublin Oldschool (Dorfman Theatre, National Theatre)

<em>La La Land</em> breaks record for most Oscar nominations for a musical film

La La Land breaks record for most Oscar nominations for a musical film

Review: <em>Us/Them</em> (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Review: Us/Them (Dorfman, National Theatre)

First look: Andrew Garfield and cast in <em>Angels in America</em>

First look: Andrew Garfield and cast in Angels in America

9 New Year's Resolutions for theatre

9 New Year's Resolutions for theatre

Matt Trueman: ten shows I'm looking forward to in 2017

Matt Trueman: ten shows I'm looking forward to in 2017

Casting announced for <em>Ugly Lies the Bone</em> at the National

Casting announced for Ugly Lies the Bone at the National

Review: <em>Love</em> (National Theatre)

Review: Love (National Theatre)

Review: <em>Hedda Gabler</em> (Lyttelton, National Theatre)

Review: Hedda Gabler (Lyttelton, National Theatre)

<em>The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time</em> to close in the West End

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to close in the West End

Let's Talk About Sets: Michael Vale on <em>Peter Pan</em>

Let's Talk About Sets: Michael Vale on Peter Pan

Review: <em>Peter Pan</em> (Olivier, National Theatre)

Review: Peter Pan (Olivier, National Theatre)

Test your theatre knowledge: Quiz of the month

Test your theatre knowledge: Quiz of the month

Test your theatre knowledge: Gender-blind Shakespeare

Test your theatre knowledge: Gender-blind Shakespeare

Review: <em>An Inspector Calls</em> (Playhouse Theatre)

Review: An Inspector Calls (Playhouse Theatre)

Kate Fleetwood to star in National Theatre's <em>Ugly Lies the Bone</em>

Kate Fleetwood to star in National Theatre's Ugly Lies the Bone

Exclusive first look: Stephen Daldry's <em>An Inspector Calls</em>

Exclusive first look: Stephen Daldry's An Inspector Calls

The week in pictures: 22 – 28 October

The week in pictures: 22 – 28 October

Review: <em>Amadeus</em> (Olivier, National Theatre)

Review: Amadeus (Olivier, National Theatre)

Howard Davies always managed to convey the complexity of life

Howard Davies always managed to convey the complexity of life

Exclusive first look: rehearsals for the National Theatre's <em>Peter Pan</em>

Exclusive first look: rehearsals for the National Theatre's Peter Pan

Sophie Thompson drops out of National Theatre's <em>Peter Pan</em>

Sophie Thompson drops out of National Theatre's Peter Pan

Did the critics go to war on <em>A Pacifist's Guide…</em>?

Review Round-Ups

Did the critics go to war on A Pacifist's Guide…?

Review: <em>A Pacifist’s Guide to the War on Cancer</em> (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Review: A Pacifist’s Guide to the War on Cancer (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Tom Edden: 'I'm an absolute <em>Amadeus</em> anorak'

Tom Edden: 'I'm an absolute Amadeus anorak'

Review: <em>The Red Barn</em> (Lyttelton, National Theatre)

Review: The Red Barn (Lyttelton, National Theatre)

Olivia Colman to feature in National Theatre 2017 season

Olivia Colman to feature in National Theatre 2017 season

Photos: 40 years of the Olivier Theatre at the National

Photos: 40 years of the Olivier Theatre at the National

Exclusive: First look at <em>A Pacifist's Guide to the War on Cancer</em>

Exclusive: First look at A Pacifist's Guide to the War on Cancer

Imelda Staunton and Janie Dee to star in <em>Follies</em> at the National Theatre

Imelda Staunton and Janie Dee to star in Follies at the National Theatre

Matt Trueman: Is music the most powerful thing in theatre?

Matt Trueman: Is music the most powerful thing in theatre?

Sarah Crompton: Theatre is as capable of gender equality as any other industry

Sarah Crompton: Theatre is as capable of gender equality as any other industry

<em>Show Boat</em> leads UK Theatre Award nominations

Show Boat leads UK Theatre Award nominations

National Theatre launch Shakespeare 400 app

National Theatre launch Shakespeare 400 app

5 minutes with: Julie Legrand – 'I went from walk-on to leading part in two months'

5 minutes with: Julie Legrand – 'I went from walk-on to leading part in two months'

Steve Atkinson: HighTide started on a wave of changes in new writing

Steve Atkinson: HighTide started on a wave of changes in new writing

Top ten ways to celebrate Roald Dahl Day

Top ten ways to celebrate Roald Dahl Day

Ruth Wilson confirmed to star in <em>Hedda Gabler</em> at the National Theatre

Ruth Wilson confirmed to star in Hedda Gabler at the National Theatre

Sarah Crompton: John Osborne and Terence Rattigan are more similar than you think

Sarah Crompton: John Osborne and Terence Rattigan are more similar than you think

Edinburgh review: <em>Anything that Gives Off Light</em> (Edinburgh International Conference Centre)

Edinburgh review: Anything that Gives Off Light (Edinburgh International Conference Centre)

In pictures: Bryony Kimmings and cast rehearse <em>A Pacifist's Guide to the War on Cancer</em>

In pictures: Bryony Kimmings and cast rehearse A Pacifist's Guide to the War on Cancer

Adura Onashile: 'I wanted to shine a light on the women around Fela Kuti'

Adura Onashile: 'I wanted to shine a light on the women around Fela Kuti'

Edinburgh review: <em>Wonderman</em> (Underbelly)

Edinburgh review: Wonderman (Underbelly)

5 minutes with: Olivia Vinall – 'The <em>Young Chekhov</em> trilogy is the hardest I’ve ever worked'

5 minutes with: Olivia Vinall – 'The Young Chekhov trilogy is the hardest I’ve ever worked'

Review: <em>The Plough and the Stars</em> (Lyttelton, National Theatre)

Review: The Plough and the Stars (Lyttelton, National Theatre)

Sarah Crompton: Meet the most famous actress you've never heard of

Sarah Crompton: Meet the most famous actress you've never heard of

Where to find London's theatre ticket lotteries

Where to find London's theatre ticket lotteries

Mark Strong and Hope Davis to star in new David Hare play

Mark Strong and Hope Davis to star in new David Hare play

Vicky Featherstone: Theatre needs to be democratic

Vicky Featherstone: Theatre needs to be democratic

James McArdle wins 2015 Ian Charleson Award

James McArdle wins 2015 Ian Charleson Award

Bill Nighy joins the cast of <em>Stuff Happens</em>

Bill Nighy joins the cast of Stuff Happens

Nathan Lane to join Andrew Garfield in <em>Angels in America</em>

Nathan Lane to join Andrew Garfield in Angels in America

David Hare stages rehearsed reading of <em>Stuff Happens</em> at the National

David Hare stages rehearsed reading of Stuff Happens at the National

<em>The Deep Blue Sea</em> (National Theatre)

The Deep Blue Sea (National Theatre)

5 minutes with: Helen McCrory – 'We've become too reverent with Rattigan'

5 minutes with: Helen McCrory – 'We've become too reverent with Rattigan'

Meet the new Christopher Boone

Meet the new Christopher Boone

Top 5 theatre openings this week: 6 – 12 June

Top 5 theatre openings this week: 6 – 12 June

National Theatre's River Stage to return to the South Bank

National Theatre's River Stage to return to the South Bank

Cast announced for new Bryony Kimmings musical

Cast announced for new Bryony Kimmings musical

<em>Sunset at the Villa Thalia</em> (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Sunset at the Villa Thalia (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Top 5 theatre openings this week: 30 May – 5 June

Top 5 theatre openings this week: 30 May – 5 June

<em>An Inspector Calls</em> to return to the West End

An Inspector Calls to return to the West End

<em>The Threepenny Opera</em> (Olivier, National Theatre)

The Threepenny Opera (Olivier, National Theatre)

5 minutes with: Javone Prince – 'Everyone thinks I'm a comic but I trained as a straight actor'

5 minutes with: Javone Prince – 'Everyone thinks I'm a comic but I trained as a straight actor'

Arlene Phillips and Pixie Lott celebrate Cole Kitchenn birthday

Arlene Phillips and Pixie Lott celebrate Cole Kitchenn birthday

Matt Trueman: The Shed has laid the blueprints for a new National Theatre

Matt Trueman: The Shed has laid the blueprints for a new National Theatre

Watch Giles Terera introduce <em>The Ballad of Soho Jones</em>

Watch Giles Terera introduce The Ballad of Soho Jones

Dates and venues announced for new <em>Curious Incident</em> tour

Dates and venues announced for new Curious Incident tour

South Bank Sky Arts Awards nominees announced

South Bank Sky Arts Awards nominees announced

Seven apps every theatregoer should download

Seven apps every theatregoer should download

Darren Swift: 'Acting is not so different from being in the military'

Darren Swift: 'Acting is not so different from being in the military'

<em>The Flick</em> (Dorfman, National Theatre)

The Flick (Dorfman, National Theatre)

National Theatre announces final farewell platform for the Temporary Theatre

National Theatre announces final farewell platform for the Temporary Theatre

<em>Another World: Losing Our Children to Islamic State</em> (Temporary Theatre, National Theatre)

Another World: Losing Our Children to Islamic State (Temporary Theatre, National Theatre)

<em>The Suicide</em> (National Theatre)

The Suicide (National Theatre)

Playwright Arnold Wesker dies aged 83

Playwright Arnold Wesker dies aged 83

Stage fright: What actually happens

Stage fright: What actually happens

Exclusive first look: <em>The Flick</em> at the National Theatre

Exclusive first look: The Flick at the National Theatre

Watch: Stephen Sondheim in conversation with Rufus Norris

Watch: Stephen Sondheim in conversation with Rufus Norris

<em>Les Blancs</em> (Olivier, National Theatre)

Les Blancs (Olivier, National Theatre)

5 minutes with: Gary Beadle – 'When I did <em>EastEnders</em> people said you'll never work again'

5 minutes with: Gary Beadle – 'When I did EastEnders people said you'll never work again'

Poll: Should plays be screened on film?

Poll: Should plays be screened on film?

Matt Trueman: what happens when the alternative becomes mainstream?

Matt Trueman: what happens when the alternative becomes mainstream?

Top 5 theatre openings this week: 28 March – 3 April

Top 5 theatre openings this week: 28 March – 3 April

<em>People, Places and Things</em> (Wyndham's Theatre)

People, Places and Things (Wyndham's Theatre)

Paapa Essiedu: 'I’ll probably be crying in the wings'

Paapa Essiedu: 'I’ll probably be crying in the wings'

National Theatre stages events to celebrate Shakespeare400

National Theatre stages events to celebrate Shakespeare400

Casting announced for <em>Darknet</em> at Southwark Playhouse

Casting announced for Darknet at Southwark Playhouse

<em>Brainstorm</em> returns to the National

Brainstorm returns to the National

Musical of <em>The Circle</em> in the works?

Musical of The Circle in the works?

Stephen Sondheim: Judi Dench's 'Send In The Clowns' moved me

Stephen Sondheim: Judi Dench's 'Send In The Clowns' moved me

Paulette Randall and Bryony Kimmings win WOW Creative Industries Awards

Paulette Randall and Bryony Kimmings win WOW Creative Industries Awards

WhatsOnStage's Sita McIntosh appointed Chair of Tonic Theatre

WhatsOnStage's Sita McIntosh appointed Chair of Tonic Theatre

<em>Fantastic Mr Fox</em> musical to premiere in Southampton

Fantastic Mr Fox musical to premiere in Southampton

<em>The Solid Life of Sugar Water</em> (Temporary Theatre, National Theatre)

The Solid Life of Sugar Water (Temporary Theatre, National Theatre)

<em>Cleansed</em> (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Cleansed (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Let's Talk About Sets: Alex Eales on <em>Cleansed</em>

Let's Talk About Sets: Alex Eales on Cleansed

Joseph Fiennes and Hugh Bonneville to star in Chichester Festival Theatre's new season

Joseph Fiennes and Hugh Bonneville to star in Chichester Festival Theatre's new season

<em>People, Places and Things</em> announces West End extension

People, Places and Things announces West End extension

Further cast announced for <em>Luce</em> at Southwark Playhouse

Further cast announced for Luce at Southwark Playhouse

Matt Trueman: Rufus Norris has had an extraordinary first year

Matt Trueman: Rufus Norris has had an extraordinary first year

Regional Theatre Focus: the Royal Exchange has been shaped by the people of Manchester

Regional Theatre Focus: the Royal Exchange has been shaped by the people of Manchester

British director William Gaskill dies at the age of 85

British director William Gaskill dies at the age of 85

William Gaskill obituary

William Gaskill obituary

Lenny Henry joins board of National Theatre

Lenny Henry joins board of National Theatre

Andrew Garfield returns to the National Theatre

Andrew Garfield returns to the National Theatre

<em>Ma Rainey's Black Bottom</em> (Lyttelton Theatre, National)

Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (Lyttelton Theatre, National)

What's in my dressing room? – Clint Dyer

What's in my dressing room? – Clint Dyer

Then and Now: National Theatre

Then and Now: National Theatre

Michael Coveney: it’s all change in the Irish National Theatre

Michael Coveney: it’s all change in the Irish National Theatre

WWI centenary programme from 14-18 NOW is announced

WWI centenary programme from 14-18 NOW is announced

DV8 artistic director to put his company on hold

DV8 artistic director to put his company on hold

Rebecca Lenkiewicz: 'It’s not easy being a woman today'

Rebecca Lenkiewicz: 'It’s not easy being a woman today'

Casting announced for national tour of <em>The Herbal Bed</em>

Casting announced for national tour of The Herbal Bed

Michael Coveney: It's hard to believe Jim Broadbent turned down Del Boy

Michael Coveney: It's hard to believe Jim Broadbent turned down Del Boy

Matt Trueman: ten shows I'm looking forward to in 2016

Matt Trueman: ten shows I'm looking forward to in 2016

Casting announced for <em>In The Night Time (Before the Sun Rises)</em>

Casting announced for In The Night Time (Before the Sun Rises)

Matt Trueman: My top ten shows of 2015

Matt Trueman: My top ten shows of 2015

Casting announced for <em>Les Blancs</em> and <em>Cleansed</em> at the National

Casting announced for Les Blancs and Cleansed at the National

In pictures: Michael Morpurgo makes a cameo in <em>War Horse</em>

In pictures: Michael Morpurgo makes a cameo in War Horse

Critics descend on the National's <em>wonder.land</em>

Review Round-Ups

Critics descend on the National's wonder.land

Gruff Rhys on <em>The Insatiable, Inflatable Candylion</em>

Gruff Rhys on The Insatiable, Inflatable Candylion

5 minutes with: Lois Chimimba – 'I still cannot believe that we were in Vogue'

5 minutes with: Lois Chimimba – 'I still cannot believe that we were in Vogue'

Winner of the 2015 Linbury Prize for Stage Design announced

Winner of the 2015 Linbury Prize for Stage Design announced

<em>Here We Go</em> (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

Here We Go (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

National Theatre's chair steps down

National Theatre's chair steps down

Top 5 theatre openings this week – 23 – 29 November

Top 5 theatre openings this week – 23 – 29 November

Nicole Kidman wins Evening Standard Award for best actress

Nicole Kidman wins Evening Standard Award for best actress

John Heffernan: 'I never thought I would be cast in this play'

John Heffernan: 'I never thought I would be cast in this play'

Michael Coveney: Let's celebrate panto

Michael Coveney: Let's celebrate panto

<em>I Want My Hat Back</em> (National Theatre, Temporary Theatre)

I Want My Hat Back (National Theatre, Temporary Theatre)

Top 5 theatre openings this week – 16-22 November

Top 5 theatre openings this week – 16-22 November

How stagey are you? Sharon D. Clarke vs Susie McKenna

How stagey are you? Sharon D. Clarke vs Susie McKenna

Manchester's Royal Exchange Theatre announces Spring/Summer 2016 Season

Manchester's Royal Exchange Theatre announces Spring/Summer 2016 Season

Michael Coveney: Three is the magic theatrical number

Michael Coveney: Three is the magic theatrical number

Man taken ill during National Theatre performance

Man taken ill during National Theatre performance

<em>Waste</em> (Lyttelton Theatre, National Theatre)

Waste (Lyttelton Theatre, National Theatre)

Matt Trueman: Set designers are not loonies. They’re artists.

Matt Trueman: Set designers are not loonies. They’re artists.

Joanna Vanderham joins Andrew Scott in <em>The Dazzle</em>

Joanna Vanderham joins Andrew Scott in The Dazzle

Christmas shows: 15 of the best theatrical treats

Christmas shows: 15 of the best theatrical treats

<em>As You Like It</em> divides the critics

Review Round-Ups

As You Like It divides the critics

<em>As You Like It</em> (Olivier, National Theatre)

As You Like It (Olivier, National Theatre)

Orange Tree Theatre wins the Empty Space Peter Brook Award

Orange Tree Theatre wins the Empty Space Peter Brook Award

Rosalie Craig: 'I thought Rufus Norris was going to fire me'

Rosalie Craig: 'I thought Rufus Norris was going to fire me'

Production pics: <em>As You Like It</em> at the National

Production pics: As You Like It at the National

Elaine Cassidy to star in Donmar's <em>Les Liaisons Dangereuses</em>

Elaine Cassidy to star in Donmar's Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Husbands & Sons (National Theatre, Dorfman)

Husbands & Sons (National Theatre, Dorfman)

Orange Tree Theatre announces 2016 season

Orange Tree Theatre announces 2016 season

Ben Power on <em>Husbands and Sons</em> and working with Rufus Norris

Ben Power on Husbands and Sons and working with Rufus Norris

How I tracked down Arthur Miller's first play

How I tracked down Arthur Miller's first play

The top ten shows to see during the school holidays

The top ten shows to see during the school holidays

Michael Coveney: could we be seeing a shift in musical theatre?

Michael Coveney: could we be seeing a shift in musical theatre?

A few of my favourite things: <em>Pomona</em>'s Rebecca Humphries

A few of my favourite things: Pomona's Rebecca Humphries

Jane Eyre (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

Jane Eyre (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

Norris announces new productions at the National

Norris announces new productions at the National

<em>War Horse</em> announces West End closing date

War Horse announces West End closing date

Let's talk about sets: Anthony Ward on Patrick Marber's <em>The Red Lion</em>

Let's talk about sets: Anthony Ward on Patrick Marber's The Red Lion

First look at production pics for <em>Jane Eyre</em>

First look at production pics for Jane Eyre

Matt Trueman: Are British musicals stuck in the past?

Matt Trueman: Are British musicals stuck in the past?

Denise Gough shines in <em>People, Places and Things</em>

Review Round-Ups

Denise Gough shines in People, Places and Things

People, Places and Things (National Theatre)

People, Places and Things (National Theatre)

The National revives modern classic <em>Our Country's Good</em>

Review Round-Ups

The National revives modern classic Our Country's Good

Our Country’s Good (National Theatre, Olivier)

Our Country’s Good (National Theatre, Olivier)

First look at production pics for <em>Our Country's Good</em>

First look at production pics for Our Country's Good

Paul Kaye on his journey from Dennis Pennis to the National Theatre

Paul Kaye on his journey from Dennis Pennis to the National Theatre

Matt Trueman's Edinburgh diary – Are small companies being crowded out?

Matt Trueman's Edinburgh diary – Are small companies being crowded out?

Hytner and Starr unveil plans for new 900-seat theatre

Hytner and Starr unveil plans for new 900-seat theatre

Cassie Compton stars in UK premiere of <em>See What I Wanna See</em>

Cassie Compton stars in UK premiere of See What I Wanna See

First look at cast of <em>Jane Eyre</em> in rehearsals

First look at cast of Jane Eyre in rehearsals

Cast announced for <em>Pomona</em> at National

Cast announced for Pomona at National

Dear Lupin (Apollo Theatre)

Dear Lupin (Apollo Theatre)

16 shows that should be on your radar in August

16 shows that should be on your radar in August

Three Days in the Country (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

Three Days in the Country (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

Full casting announced for <em>Photograph 51</em>

Full casting announced for Photograph 51

Michael Coveney: Shakespeare celebrated in country house <em>Dream</em> and Mandarin <em>Richard III</em>

Michael Coveney: Shakespeare celebrated in country house Dream and Mandarin Richard III

Brainstorm (National Theatre)

Brainstorm (National Theatre)

An Evening With an Immigrant (Soho Theatre)

An Evening With an Immigrant (Soho Theatre)

7 theatrical events for children to get involved with this summer

7 theatrical events for children to get involved with this summer

Mark Gatiss: 'The West End is pricing itself to death'

Mark Gatiss: 'The West End is pricing itself to death'

Orson's Shadow (Southwark Playhouse)

Orson's Shadow (Southwark Playhouse)

Arthur Darvill pens children's show for National Theatre

Arthur Darvill pens children's show for National Theatre

Charles Edwards to star in <em>Waste</em> at the National Theatre

Charles Edwards to star in Waste at the National Theatre

Casting announced for Headlong's autumn season

Casting announced for Headlong's autumn season

Matt Trueman: What on earth is Rufus Norris thinking?

Matt Trueman: What on earth is Rufus Norris thinking?

The Skriker (Manchester International Festival)

The Skriker (Manchester International Festival)

Disney to team with National on <em>Pinocchio</em> musical?

Disney to team with National on Pinocchio musical?

wonder.land (Manchester International Festival)

wonder.land (Manchester International Festival)

Jim Broadbent to star in <em>A Christmas Carol</em> at the Noel Coward this year?

Jim Broadbent to star in A Christmas Carol at the Noel Coward this year?

<em>Curious Incident</em> welcomes new cast with starry gala

Curious Incident welcomes new cast with starry gala

First look at Damon Albarn's <em>wonder.land</em>

First look at Damon Albarn's wonder.land

Tim Crouch: 'It can be difficult when you come with a reputation'

Tim Crouch: 'It can be difficult when you come with a reputation'

Matt Trueman: The shows you wish you could see again

Matt Trueman: The shows you wish you could see again

Initial casting announced for <em>Wars of the Roses</em> at Rose Theatre Kingston

Initial casting announced for Wars of the Roses at Rose Theatre Kingston

An Oak Tree (NT Temporary Theatre)

An Oak Tree (NT Temporary Theatre)

<em>James Plays</em> embarks on international tour in 2016

James Plays embarks on international tour in 2016

Rosalie Craig to replace Andrea Riseborough in National's <em>As You Like It</em>

Rosalie Craig to replace Andrea Riseborough in National's As You Like It

Critics enjoy 'stylish, slick and entertaining' <em>Motherf**ker with the Hat</em>

Review Round-Ups

Critics enjoy 'stylish, slick and entertaining' *Motherf**ker with the Hat*

The Motherf**ker with the Hat (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

The Motherf**ker with the Hat (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

We Want You To Watch (NT, Temporary Theatre)

We Want You To Watch (NT, Temporary Theatre)

Exclusive first look: Ricardo Chavira leads National's <em>Motherf**ker with the Hat</em>

Exclusive first look: Ricardo Chavira leads National's *Motherf**ker with the Hat*

My Top 5 Showtunes: Jamie Muscato

My Top 5 Showtunes: Jamie Muscato

<em>We Want You to Watch</em> to tour UK from September

We Want You to Watch to tour UK from September

Mixed opinions for Patrick Marber's <em>The Red Lion</em>

Review Round-Ups

Mixed opinions for Patrick Marber's The Red Lion

The Red Lion (National Theatre, Dorfman)

The Red Lion (National Theatre, Dorfman)

Richard Johnson, film star and artistic associate of the RSC, dies aged 87

Richard Johnson, film star and artistic associate of the RSC, dies aged 87

Matt Trueman: Theatre's ongoing lack of diversity is inexcusable

Matt Trueman: Theatre's ongoing lack of diversity is inexcusable

Helen Mirren and <em>Curious Incident</em> triumph at Tony Awards

Helen Mirren and Curious Incident triumph at Tony Awards

<em>Dear Lupin</em> starring James and Jack Fox transfers to the West End

Dear Lupin starring James and Jack Fox transfers to the West End

Michael Coveney: Jackie Mason and Jim Dale lead rush to summer solo shows

Michael Coveney: Jackie Mason and Jim Dale lead rush to summer solo shows

Anita Dobson: ‘<em>London Road</em> pays a great tribute to the girls who died’

Anita Dobson: ‘London Road pays a great tribute to the girls who died’

New season announced at Orange Tree theatre

New season announced at Orange Tree theatre

Jim Dale on 'coming home' to the West End

Jim Dale on 'coming home' to the West End

20 Questions: Susannah Fielding – 'I spend my spare time mending squirrels'

20 Questions: Susannah Fielding – 'I spend my spare time mending squirrels'

Cerys Matthews composing music for National's <em>Our Country's Good</em>

Cerys Matthews composing music for National's Our Country's Good

Casting announced for <em>Songs for a New World</em>

Casting announced for Songs for a New World

Matt Trueman: Theatre must widen its reach

Matt Trueman: Theatre must widen its reach

What's in my dressing room? – Emily Joyce

What's in my dressing room? – Emily Joyce

NT's Rufus Norris appoints head of new work and deputy artistic director

NT's Rufus Norris appoints head of new work and deputy artistic director

Casting announced for Damon Albarn's <em>wonder.land</em>

Casting announced for Damon Albarn's wonder.land

Full casting announced for <em>The Trial</em> at the Young Vic

Full casting announced for The Trial at the Young Vic

Beyond Caring (NT, Temporary Theatre)

Beyond Caring (NT, Temporary Theatre)

Tickets on sale for Damon Albarn musical <em>wonder.land</em>

Tickets on sale for Damon Albarn musical wonder.land

Chiwetel Ejiofor stars in 'virtuosic' <em>Everyman</em>

Review Round-Ups

Chiwetel Ejiofor stars in 'virtuosic' Everyman

Everyman (National Theatre Olivier)

Everyman (National Theatre Olivier)

Light Shining in Buckinghamshire (NT Lyttelton)

Light Shining in Buckinghamshire (NT Lyttelton)

10 reasons theatrelovers should go to Latitude Festival this year

10 reasons theatrelovers should go to Latitude Festival this year

Tessa Ross steps down as chief executive of National Theatre

Tessa Ross steps down as chief executive of National Theatre

John Simm, Susannah Fielding and Samuel Barnett in new National Theatre season

John Simm, Susannah Fielding and Samuel Barnett in new National Theatre season

Choreographers warn of 'declining standards' at UK dance schools

Choreographers warn of 'declining standards' at UK dance schools

Matt Trueman: Should subsidised theatres rethink self-producing?

Matt Trueman: Should subsidised theatres rethink self-producing?

Competition: Win tickets to <em>Arcadia</em>, script signed by Tom Stoppard and a prop from the show

Competition: Win tickets to Arcadia, script signed by Tom Stoppard and a prop from the show

Matt Trueman: Church and Finch will leave big shoes to fill at Chichester

Matt Trueman: Church and Finch will leave big shoes to fill at Chichester

Michael Coveney: Nick's farewell knees-up at the National

Michael Coveney: Nick's farewell knees-up at the National

Test your theatre knowledge: National Theatre picture quiz

Test your theatre knowledge: National Theatre picture quiz

12 years of Nicholas Hytner's National Theatre in pictures

12 years of Nicholas Hytner's National Theatre in pictures

'Sharp, sardonic' <em>Rules for Living</em> ends Hytner's National tenure

Review Round-Ups

'Sharp, sardonic' Rules for Living ends Hytner's National tenure

First look: Stephen Mangan and Miles Jupp in National's <em>Rules For Living</em>

First look: Stephen Mangan and Miles Jupp in National's Rules For Living

Winners announced of Manchester Theatre Awards

Winners announced of Manchester Theatre Awards

Matt Trueman: BAC is a building worth grieving and giving for

Matt Trueman: BAC is a building worth grieving and giving for

<em>Pomona</em> to transfer to National Theatre and Royal Exchange

Pomona to transfer to National Theatre and Royal Exchange

Andrea Riseborough stars in National's <em>As You Like It</em>

Andrea Riseborough stars in National's As You Like It

Michael Coveney on Maggie Smith's 'unique' stage career

Michael Coveney on Maggie Smith's 'unique' stage career

21 openings in March that should be on your radar

21 openings in March that should be on your radar

Globe announces casting for <em>Richard II</em> and <em>King John</em>

Globe announces casting for Richard II and King John

Is Ralph Fiennes a <em>Superman</em> in Shaw's play?

Review Round-Ups

Is Ralph Fiennes a Superman in Shaw's play?

Exclusive: Patsy Ferran cast in RSC's <em>Merchant of Venice</em>

Exclusive: Patsy Ferran cast in RSC's Merchant of Venice

Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma lead National's <em>Man and Superman</em>

Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma lead National's Man and Superman

Line-up announced for <em>Women Centre Stage</em> festival at National Theatre

Line-up announced for Women Centre Stage festival at National Theatre

Casting announced for Royal Court's <em>The Twits</em>

Casting announced for Royal Court's The Twits

A Few of my Favourite Things: <em>Oklahoma!</em>'s Belinda Lang

A Few of my Favourite Things: Oklahoma!'s Belinda Lang

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (Tour)

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (Tour)

BBC launches year-long Get Creative campaign

BBC launches year-long Get Creative campaign

Tributes paid to RSC 'icon' Alan Howard, who has died aged 77

Tributes paid to RSC 'icon' Alan Howard, who has died aged 77

Major report calls for 'urgent action' on arts diversity

Major report calls for 'urgent action' on arts diversity

Full list: Winners of the 15th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards

Full list: Winners of the 15th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards

<em>Miss Saigon</em> wins record haul at 15th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards

Miss Saigon wins record haul at 15th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards

Kate Fleetwood and Jamie Parker join <em>High Society</em>

Kate Fleetwood and Jamie Parker join High Society

20 Questions: Mark Strong – 'Eddie Carbone is misunderstood'

20 Questions: Mark Strong – 'Eddie Carbone is misunderstood'

The History Boys (Tour) – 'plenty to admire'

The History Boys (Tour) – 'plenty to admire'

Michael Coveney: Brighton, <em>Bull</em> and yet more critical crises

Michael Coveney: Brighton, Bull and yet more critical crises

Number of productions at subsidised theatres rises despite cuts

Number of productions at subsidised theatres rises despite cuts

Arcadia (Tour) – 'an undiluted pleasure to experience'

Arcadia (Tour) – 'an undiluted pleasure to experience'

Tom Hiddleston, Sam Mendes and Helen Mirren honoured in annual Falstaff Awards

Tom Hiddleston, Sam Mendes and Helen Mirren honoured in annual Falstaff Awards

19 openings in February that should be on your radar

19 openings in February that should be on your radar

<em>Curious Incident</em> extends at Gielgud to October

Curious Incident extends at Gielgud to October

<em>War Horse</em> extends to 2016, new casting announced

War Horse extends to 2016, new casting announced

Michael Coveney: Geraldine McEwan was a great comic stylist

Michael Coveney: Geraldine McEwan was a great comic stylist

Award-winning actress Geraldine McEwan dies aged 82

Award-winning actress Geraldine McEwan dies aged 82

Entries open for tenth Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting

Entries open for tenth Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting

Do critics have a <em>Problem</em> with Tom Stoppard's new play?

Review Round-Ups

Do critics have a Problem with Tom Stoppard's new play?

Michael Coveney: Critical awards and lasting legacies

Michael Coveney: Critical awards and lasting legacies

The Hard Problem (National Theatre, Dorfman)

The Hard Problem (National Theatre, Dorfman)

Our essential guide to Tom Stoppard

Our essential guide to Tom Stoppard

National announces full casts for <em>Rules for Living</em> and <em>Man and Superman</em>

National announces full casts for Rules for Living and Man and Superman

Dara (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

Dara (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

Mark Strong, Antony Sher and Patsy Ferran attend Critics' Circle Awards

Mark Strong, Antony Sher and Patsy Ferran attend Critics' Circle Awards

Mark Strong and Helen McCrory win at Critics' Circle Awards

Mark Strong and Helen McCrory win at Critics' Circle Awards

Olivia Vinall and Damien Molony lead Tom Stoppard's <em>Hard Problem</em>

Olivia Vinall and Damien Molony lead Tom Stoppard's Hard Problem

Actor Barrie Ingham dies aged 82

Actor Barrie Ingham dies aged 82

Matt Trueman: Rufus Norris is subtly creating a National Theatre for everyone

Matt Trueman: Rufus Norris is subtly creating a National Theatre for everyone

Guest Blog: Damon Albarn musical should seal lasting legacy for MIF director

Guest Blog: Damon Albarn musical should seal lasting legacy for MIF director

Michael Coveney: Rufus Norris's National – fresh meat or cold potatoes?

Michael Coveney: Rufus Norris's National – fresh meat or cold potatoes?

Poll: What do you think of the new season at the National Theatre?

Poll: What do you think of the new season at the National Theatre?

Rufus Norris announces first season as National Theatre artistic director

Rufus Norris announces first season as National Theatre artistic director

Dominic West returns to National in Granville Barker's <em>Waste</em>?

Dominic West returns to National in Granville Barker's Waste?

South West year in review 2014

South West year in review 2014

Tributes paid to actor David Ryall

Tributes paid to actor David Ryall

Looking back: Michael Coveney's theatre review of 2014

Looking back: Michael Coveney's theatre review of 2014

Treasure Island (National Theatre, Olivier)

Treasure Island (National Theatre, Olivier)

Looking Ahead: What to watch in 2015 in the North West

Looking Ahead: What to watch in 2015 in the North West

Arthur Darvill leads National Theatre's <em>Treasure Island</em>

Arthur Darvill leads National Theatre's Treasure Island

3 Winters (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

3 Winters (National Theatre, Lyttelton)

Lowry is named 'Large Visitor Attraction of the Year'

Lowry is named 'Large Visitor Attraction of the Year'

Regeneration (Tour – Blackpool)

Regeneration (Tour – Blackpool)

Plays, musicals, dance and opera in the Norwich Theatre Royal spring season

Plays, musicals, dance and opera in the Norwich Theatre Royal spring season

Stephen Mangan stars in <em>Rules for Living</em> at National

Stephen Mangan stars in Rules for Living at National

Behind the Beautiful Forevers (National Theatre)

Behind the Beautiful Forevers (National Theatre)

Meera Syal stars in NT's <em>Behind the Beautiful Forevers</em>

Meera Syal stars in NT's Behind the Beautiful Forevers

Shortlists announced for 60th Evening Standard Awards

Shortlists announced for 60th Evening Standard Awards

Royal Court and <em>Guardian</em> collaborate on online plays

Royal Court and Guardian collaborate on online plays

<em>Little Shop of Horrors</em> adds more dates at Royal Exchange

Little Shop of Horrors adds more dates at Royal Exchange

Warren Clarke obituary – 'unforgettable in almost everything he did'

Warren Clarke obituary – 'unforgettable in almost everything he did'

Cash-strapped ENO cancels co-production with Bristol Old Vic

Cash-strapped ENO cancels co-production with Bristol Old Vic

Kingston Rose announces 2015 season

Kingston Rose announces 2015 season

DV8's Lloyd Newson: 'There is nothing I feel we couldn't handle'

DV8's Lloyd Newson: 'There is nothing I feel we couldn't handle'

John (NT Lyttelton)

John (NT Lyttelton)

Michael Coveney: Bill Bryden wraps up the Cottesloe, Eileen Atkins returns to Stratford

Michael Coveney: Bill Bryden wraps up the Cottesloe, Eileen Atkins returns to Stratford

<em>Cat in the Hat</em> returns with run at Pleasance

Cat in the Hat returns with run at Pleasance

Meera Syal and cast rehearse NT's <em>Behind the Beautiful Forevers</em>

Meera Syal and cast rehearse NT's Behind the Beautiful Forevers

Katie Mitchell talks Europe, climate change and honouring Chekhov's radicalism

Katie Mitchell talks Europe, climate change and honouring Chekhov's radicalism

DV8's <em>John</em> tours to Liverpool and Lowry

DV8's John tours to Liverpool and Lowry

Here Lies Love (NT Dorfman)

Here Lies Love (NT Dorfman)

Michael Coveney: Iggy pops into <em>Peer Gynt</em>, and Kenyon gives update on Barbican row

Michael Coveney: Iggy pops into Peer Gynt, and Kenyon gives update on Barbican row

National Youth Theatre extends West End season

National Youth Theatre extends West End season

Cast: National Theatre's <em>Curious Incident</em> Tour

Cast: National Theatre's Curious Incident Tour

Natalie Mendoza: 'It's musical theatre like no one has experienced it before'

Natalie Mendoza: 'It's musical theatre like no one has experienced it before'

Arthur Darvill to make National Theatre debut in <em>Treasure Island</em>

Arthur Darvill to make National Theatre debut in Treasure Island

NT Live helps National to 4.3m audience reach

NT Live helps National to 4.3m audience reach

National Theatre announces further details of 2015 programme

National Theatre announces further details of 2015 programme

Further casting revealed for Stoppard's <em>Hard Problem</em> at National

Further casting revealed for Stoppard's Hard Problem at National

Roger Allam: 'Acting, like many professions, is getting more exclusive'

Roger Allam: 'Acting, like many professions, is getting more exclusive'

Great Britain (Theatre Royal Haymarket)

Great Britain (Theatre Royal Haymarket)

Mark Gatiss, Ed Westwick and Richard E Grant attend <em>Great Britain</em> opening night

Mark Gatiss, Ed Westwick and Richard E Grant attend Great Britain opening night

The James Plays (National Theatre)

The James Plays (National Theatre)

<em>Ballyturk</em> divides views at National

Review Round-Ups

Ballyturk divides views at National

Laurie Sansom: 'It's no surprise artists want independence'

Laurie Sansom: 'It's no surprise artists want independence'

Catherine Love: How can theatres build a wider fan base?

Catherine Love: How can theatres build a wider fan base?

Ballyturk (NT Lyttelton)

Ballyturk (NT Lyttelton)

<em>Curious Incident</em> extends booking and releases over 100,000 tickets

Curious Incident extends booking and releases over 100,000 tickets

Theatre highlights of the week: <em>Ballyturk</em>, <em>Broadway</em> and <em>Brazouka</em>

Theatre highlights of the week: Ballyturk, Broadway and Brazouka

The Gate's Christopher Haydon: 'We want to create work that looks at massive ideas'

The Gate's Christopher Haydon: 'We want to create work that looks at massive ideas'

Emily Aston chats about <em>War Horse</em> on Tour

Emily Aston chats about War Horse on Tour

Bennett's <em>History Boys</em> returns for 2015 tour with 200 tickets free

Bennett's History Boys returns for 2015 tour with 200 tickets free

10 new productions we're looking forward to this Autumn

10 new productions we're looking forward to this Autumn

Show Pics: Lucy Punch stars in <em>Great Britain</em> transfer

Show Pics: Lucy Punch stars in Great Britain transfer

Actress Clare Cathcart dies aged 48

Actress Clare Cathcart dies aged 48

Show Pics: Cillian Murphy returns to National in <em>Ballyturk</em>

Show Pics: Cillian Murphy returns to National in Ballyturk

Cast: Everyman's <em>Bright Phoenix</em>

Cast: Everyman's Bright Phoenix

Your chance to win tea with Benedict Cumberbatch and Andrew Scott

Your chance to win tea with Benedict Cumberbatch and Andrew Scott

Catherine Love: My top theatre picks for September

Catherine Love: My top theatre picks for September

Lenny Henry returns to National in Richard Pryor play?

Lenny Henry returns to National in Richard Pryor play?

Michael Coveney at Edinburgh: English domination, Scottish parades and anti-Israeli protests

Michael Coveney at Edinburgh: English domination, Scottish parades and anti-Israeli protests

The James Plays (Edinburgh International Festival)

The James Plays (Edinburgh International Festival)

Lucy Punch stars in West End <em>Great Britain</em>

Lucy Punch stars in West End Great Britain

Luke Barnes: 'Edinburgh really made a career as a writer possible for me'

Luke Barnes: 'Edinburgh really made a career as a writer possible for me'

Cast announced for first London revival of David Hare's <em>Vertical Hour</em>

Cast announced for first London revival of David Hare's Vertical Hour

Infographic: SOLT report reveals London theatre makes more money than cinema

Infographic: SOLT report reveals London theatre makes more money than cinema

25 shows to keep your family happy during the summer holidays

25 shows to keep your family happy during the summer holidays

Medea (NT Olivier)

Medea (NT Olivier)

Changing of the Guard: Jeremy Herrin at Headlong

Changing of the Guard: Jeremy Herrin at Headlong

Chichester Festival Theatre relaunches on time in the sunshine

Chichester Festival Theatre relaunches on time in the sunshine

Theatre Highlights of the Week: <em>Medea</em>, <em>The Nether</em> and <em>Shakespeare in Love</em>

Theatre Highlights of the Week: Medea, The Nether and Shakespeare in Love

Football legends Matt Le Tissier and Francis Benali to star in Nuffield Theatre production <em>The Saints</em>

Football legends Matt Le Tissier and Francis Benali to star in Nuffield Theatre production The Saints

The Importance of Being Earnest (Harold Pinter Theatre)

The Importance of Being Earnest (Harold Pinter Theatre)

Rufus Sewell, Oliver Chris and Nancy Carroll get <em>Closer</em> at Donmar?

Rufus Sewell, Oliver Chris and Nancy Carroll get Closer at Donmar?

Show Pics: Helen McCrory in National Theatre's <em>Medea</em>

Show Pics: Helen McCrory in National Theatre's Medea

8 ways to enjoy theatre outside this summer

8 ways to enjoy theatre outside this summer

NT Live to broadcast Young Vic's <em>Streetcar Named Desire</em>

NT Live to broadcast Young Vic's Streetcar Named Desire

One Man Two Guvnors (Tour- Plymouth Theatre Royal)

One Man Two Guvnors (Tour- Plymouth Theatre Royal)

A few of my favourite things: <em>Dogfight</em>'s Jamie Muscato

A few of my favourite things: Dogfight's Jamie Muscato

Michael Coveney: Tiger comes for Tea and Elephantom balloons ahead of Kids Week

Michael Coveney: Tiger comes for Tea and Elephantom balloons ahead of Kids Week

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (Gielgud Theatre)

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (Gielgud Theatre)

Theatre highlights of the week: Martin Freeman opens <em>Richard III</em> and <em>Curious Incident</em> is back

Theatre highlights of the week: Martin Freeman opens Richard III and Curious Incident is back

Cast announced for Young Vic <em>Cherry Orchard</em>

Cast announced for Young Vic Cherry Orchard

National Theatre's <em>Great Britain</em> transfers to West End in September

National Theatre's Great Britain transfers to West End in September

Meera Syal stars in NT's <em>Beautiful Forevers</em>; <em>Here Lies Love</em> confirmed for Dorfman

Meera Syal stars in NT's Beautiful Forevers; Here Lies Love confirmed for Dorfman

'Excellent' Billie Piper stars in Richard Bean's 'bluntly entertaining' <em>Great Britain</em>

Review Round-Ups

'Excellent' Billie Piper stars in Richard Bean's 'bluntly entertaining' Great Britain

Great Britain (NT Lyttelton)

Great Britain (NT Lyttelton)

Show Pics: First look at Billie Piper in <em>Great Britain</em> at the National Theatre

Show Pics: First look at Billie Piper in Great Britain at the National Theatre

Michael Coveney: National springs a surprise, Joan Plowright speaks up and Mark Lawson flays critics

Michael Coveney: National springs a surprise, Joan Plowright speaks up and Mark Lawson flays critics

Billie Piper stars in phone hacking play at National Theatre

Billie Piper stars in phone hacking play at National Theatre

War Horse set for Salford again

War Horse set for Salford again

National announces details of touring <em>Watch This Space</em> festival

National announces details of touring Watch This Space festival

Director Maria Aberg: 'We have a responsibility to consider gender-blind casting'

Director Maria Aberg: 'We have a responsibility to consider gender-blind casting'

The Roof (Doon Street Car Park, LIFT)

The Roof (Doon Street Car Park, LIFT)

Hotel (National Theatre)

Hotel (National Theatre)

Show Pics: First look at Tom Rhys Harries in the National's <em>Hotel</em>

Show Pics: First look at Tom Rhys Harries in the National's Hotel

Goldfrapp duo write music for <em>Medea</em> at National

Goldfrapp duo write music for Medea at National

Theatre highlights of the week: <em>Miss Saigon</em> opens, Open Air Theatre begins season and <em>Godspell</em>

Theatre highlights of the week: Miss Saigon opens, Open Air Theatre begins season and Godspell

Ben Power talks dramaturgy, rebranding The Shed and rethinking <em>Medea</em>

Ben Power talks dramaturgy, rebranding The Shed and rethinking Medea

Billie Piper and Oliver Chris workshopping Richard Bean satire about Leveson Inquiry?

Billie Piper and Oliver Chris workshopping Richard Bean satire about Leveson Inquiry?

Michael Coveney: The joys of touring with Friel and Rutter, O'Casey restored, Edna Doré remembered

Michael Coveney: The joys of touring with Friel and Rutter, O'Casey restored, Edna Doré remembered

Imelda Marcos musical <em>Here Lies Love</em> set for National Theatre?

Imelda Marcos musical Here Lies Love set for National Theatre?

Theatre highlights of the week: <em>1984</em> transfers, <em>Secret Theatre Show 5</em> and Gujarati Shakespeare

Theatre highlights of the week: 1984 transfers, Secret Theatre Show 5 and Gujarati Shakespeare

National confirms full dates for <em>Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time</em> tour

National confirms full dates for Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time tour

The Silver Tassie (NT Lyttelton)

The Silver Tassie (NT Lyttelton)

Moira Buffini: 'I set out to be fair to Margaret Thatcher'

Moira Buffini: 'I set out to be fair to Margaret Thatcher'

Review Round Up: Ayckbourn back in National Theatre <em>Business</em>

Review Round-Ups

Review Round Up: Ayckbourn back in National Theatre Business

A Small Family Business (NT Olivier)

A Small Family Business (NT Olivier)

Nigel Lindsay: 'Every actor I know wants to work at the National Theatre'

Nigel Lindsay: 'Every actor I know wants to work at the National Theatre'

Theatre highlights of the week: <em>Let the Right One In</em>, <em>Birdland</em> and <em>A View from the Bridge</em>

Theatre highlights of the week: Let the Right One In, Birdland and A View from the Bridge

April de Angelis appointed NT writer in residence, more casting for <em>Medea</em> and <em>Ballyturk</em>

April de Angelis appointed NT writer in residence, more casting for Medea and Ballyturk

Home (NT Shed)

Home (NT Shed)

Michael Coveney: Surprise moves by Anne Reid in cabaret, Tessa Ross at the National

Michael Coveney: Surprise moves by Anne Reid in cabaret, Tessa Ross at the National

Channel 4's Tessa Ross appointed National Theatre chief executive

Channel 4's Tessa Ross appointed National Theatre chief executive

Michael Coveney: Hytner plays it cool and hypes hip new spaces

Michael Coveney: Hytner plays it cool and hypes hip new spaces

New plays from Tom Stoppard and David Hare in Nicholas Hytner's final National Theatre season

New plays from Tom Stoppard and David Hare in Nicholas Hytner's final National Theatre season

Ralph Fiennes returns to National for Shaw's <em>Man and Superman</em>?

Ralph Fiennes returns to National for Shaw's Man and Superman?

Punchdrunk's <em>Drowned Man</em> extends to 6 April

Punchdrunk's Drowned Man extends to 6 April

Our favourite theatre company/venue websites

Our favourite theatre company/venue websites

Moon On A Rainbow Shawl (Birmingham)

Moon On A Rainbow Shawl (Birmingham)

Where's Joey? 9 places everyone's favourite horse has been spotted

Where's Joey? 9 places everyone's favourite horse has been spotted

Lesley Sharp shines in National's <em>Taste of Honey</em>

Review Round-Ups

Lesley Sharp shines in National's Taste of Honey

Watch the new trailer for NT Live <em>Coriolanus</em> starring Tom Hiddleston

Watch the new trailer for NT Live Coriolanus starring Tom Hiddleston

Opening: <em>Tell Me On a Sunday, Taste of Honey</em> and WhatsOnStage Awards

Opening: Tell Me On a Sunday, Taste of Honey and WhatsOnStage Awards

Moon on a Rainbow Shawl (Tour – West Yorkshire Playhouse)

Moon on a Rainbow Shawl (Tour – West Yorkshire Playhouse)

Show Pics: First look at Lesley Sharp in National's <em>Taste of Honey</em>

Show Pics: First look at Lesley Sharp in National's Taste of Honey

National applies to keep NT Shed open until 2017; Dorfman delayed til autumn

National applies to keep NT Shed open until 2017; Dorfman delayed til autumn

How are theatres across the country commemorating the Great War?

How are theatres across the country commemorating the Great War?

Southbank Centre puts redevelopment application on hold after protests

Southbank Centre puts redevelopment application on hold after protests

<em>Chimerica</em> and <em>Scottsboro Boys</em> triumph at 25th Critics' Circle Awards

Chimerica and Scottsboro Boys triumph at 25th Critics' Circle Awards

Sam Mendes directs Simon Russell Beale's 'extraordinary' Lear

Review Round-Ups

Sam Mendes directs Simon Russell Beale's 'extraordinary' Lear

Michael Coveney: King Lear sponsors, stand-ins and other shout-outs

Michael Coveney: King Lear sponsors, stand-ins and other shout-outs

King Lear (NT Olivier)

King Lear (NT Olivier)

Blurred Lines (NT Shed)

Blurred Lines (NT Shed)

National revives Ayckbourn's <em>Small Family Business</em> and O'Casey's <em>Silver Tassie</em>

National revives Ayckbourn's Small Family Business and O'Casey's Silver Tassie

Sam Troughton misses <em>King Lear</em> performances after being 'struck dumb'

Sam Troughton misses King Lear performances after being 'struck dumb'

Show Pics: Simon Russell Beale reunites with Sam Mendes for NT's <em>Lear</em>

Show Pics: Simon Russell Beale reunites with Sam Mendes for NT's Lear

National Theatre of Scotland brings 'James plays' to NT; Referendum in spotlight

National Theatre of Scotland brings 'James plays' to NT; Referendum in spotlight

Opening: <em>Weir</em> transfers, Payne's <em>Blurred Lines</em> and Russell Beale's Lear

Opening: Weir transfers, Payne's Blurred Lines and Russell Beale's Lear

Nicholas Hytner to form new production company

Nicholas Hytner to form new production company

<em>Curious Incident</em> closes at Apollo, moves to Gielgud plus transfers to Broadway

Curious Incident closes at Apollo, moves to Gielgud plus transfers to Broadway

Five ways to still see theatre when you're skint

Five ways to still see theatre when you're skint

Further <em>Curious Incident</em> performances cancelled

Further Curious Incident performances cancelled

Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire top Stage 100 for fifth year running, Jamie Lloyd enters list

Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire top Stage 100 for fifth year running, Jamie Lloyd enters list

New season at National Theatre Shed sees return of <em>Home</em>, one-woman shows <em>riverrun</em> and <em>Chewing Gum Dreams</em>

New season at National Theatre Shed sees return of Home, one-woman shows riverrun and Chewing Gum Dreams

<em>One Man, Two Guvnors</em> set for biggest ever UK Tour

One Man, Two Guvnors set for biggest ever UK Tour

Looking forward: Michael Coveney previews the coming year in theatre

Looking forward: Michael Coveney previews the coming year in theatre

Catherine Love: Looking backwards, looking forwards

Catherine Love: Looking backwards, looking forwards

Looking back: Michael Coveney's theatre highlights of 2013

Looking back: Michael Coveney's theatre highlights of 2013

Protest Song (NT Shed)

Protest Song (NT Shed)

Show Pics: Rhys Ifans stars in monologue <em>Protest Song</em> at NT Shed

Show Pics: Rhys Ifans stars in monologue Protest Song at NT Shed

Eight gifts every theatregoer will love this Christmas

Eight gifts every theatregoer will love this Christmas

Michael Coveney: Standard wails, snails and whales, and the Elephantom in the room

Michael Coveney: Standard wails, snails and whales, and the Elephantom in the room

Catherine Love: A spirit of change

Catherine Love: A spirit of change

Exclusive: Two more songs from <em>The Light Princess</em>

Exclusive: Two more songs from The Light Princess

Emil and the Detectives

Emil and the Detectives

Show Pics: National Theatre's <em>Emil and the Detectives</em>

Show Pics: National Theatre's Emil and the Detectives

WhatsOnStage Awards: Six possible contenders for Theatre Event of the Year

WhatsOnStage Awards: Six possible contenders for Theatre Event of the Year

War Horse (Tour – Salford)

War Horse (Tour – Salford)

Lesley Sharp stars in NT <em>Taste of Honey</em>, Daniel Kitson returns

Lesley Sharp stars in NT Taste of Honey, Daniel Kitson returns

War Horse author in Remembrance Sunday tribute

Mirren, Ejiofor and <em>Book of Mormon</em> in running for Evening Standard Awards

Mirren, Ejiofor and Book of Mormon in running for Evening Standard Awards

Nicholas Hytner: 'I'm still coming down after NT 50th gala'

Nicholas Hytner: 'I'm still coming down after NT 50th gala'

Questioning value of drama training is 'mad', says LAMDA head

Questioning value of drama training is 'mad', says LAMDA head

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NT Shed wins 2013 Peter Brook Award, Orange Tree's Sam Walters honoured

NT Shed wins 2013 Peter Brook Award, Orange Tree's Sam Walters honoured

Michael Coveney: Women playwrights the National Theatre forgot to honour

Michael Coveney: Women playwrights the National Theatre forgot to honour

Catherine Love: Great gala, but where were the women writers?

Catherine Love: Great gala, but where were the women writers?

Read Nicholas Hytner's introduction to the NT 50th anniversary gala

Read Nicholas Hytner's introduction to the NT 50th anniversary gala

Photos: National Theatre legends return for 50th gala

Photos: National Theatre legends return for 50th gala

Michael Coveney: National comes alive in memories at its own 50th birthday gala

Michael Coveney: National comes alive in memories at its own 50th birthday gala

Michael Coveney: Superb BBC films celebrate the National; so does Edward Petherbridge

Michael Coveney: Superb BBC films celebrate the National; so does Edward Petherbridge

Fifty years of the National Theatre in photos

Photos: Queen makes birthday visit to National Theatre

Photos: Queen makes birthday visit to National Theatre

Michael Coveney: 50 years of National Theatre memories

Michael Coveney: 50 years of National Theatre memories

National marks 50th today with royal visit

National marks 50th today with royal visit

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David Essex stars in Birmingham Rep 2014 season

David Essex stars in Birmingham Rep 2014 season

Michael Coveney: Hare and Wilton trumpet the National, with more notes for Norris

Michael Coveney: Hare and Wilton trumpet the National, with more notes for Norris

Michael Coveney: Rufus Norris sidles charmingly into place at the National, cheered by staff and Hytner alike

Michael Coveney: Rufus Norris sidles charmingly into place at the National, cheered by staff and Hytner alike

Factfile: Meet the National’s new artistic director

Chuck Norris? Twitter reacts to National Theatre news

Rufus Norris appointed to succeed Hytner as National Theatre artistic director

Live Tweeting: Hytner's successor at National Theatre named

Live Tweeting: Hytner's successor at National Theatre named

The Light Princess

The Light Princess

Michael Coveney: Commitments illuminated in theatre lighting debate

Michael Coveney: Commitments illuminated in theatre lighting debate

Show Pics: Rosalie Craig is Tori Amos' <em>Light Princess</em>

Show Pics: Rosalie Craig is Tori Amos' Light Princess

Michael Coveney: Norris nears the National, bad news for Dacre in the <em>Mail</em>

Michael Coveney: Norris nears the National, bad news for Dacre in the Mail

Richard Eyre: 'Following Hytner is a very tough act'

Richard Eyre: 'Following Hytner is a very tough act'

National Theatre celebrates 50th anniversary with <em>National Histories</em> Platforms

National Theatre celebrates 50th anniversary with National Histories Platforms

The World of Extreme Happiness

The World of Extreme Happiness

<em>The Light Princess</em>' Rosalie Craig: 'People said I got cast because of having red hair'

The Light Princess' Rosalie Craig: 'People said I got cast because of having red hair'

Catherine Love: Limited Editions, limitless possibilities

Catherine Love: Limited Editions, limitless possibilities

Review Round-Ups

Mixed bag for National’s Edward II

Edward II

Rhys Ifans stars in Occupy London monologue at National

Show Pics: John Heffernan, Vanessa Kirby and Kobna Holbrook-Smith lead National’s Edward II

Judi Dench, Michael Gambon, Ralph Fiennes and History Boys line up to mark National’s 50th

Michael Coveney: Sons of Ulster march peacefully on, while stage blood flows at the National

One Man, Two Guvnors checks out of West End in March 2014

Tori Amos says writing The Light Princess was ‘glorious nightmare’

Michael Gambon says memory loss caused Habit of Art withdrawal

Michael Coveney: Golden Ages with Spacey, Hall and Nicholas Lyndhurst

Michael Coveney: Ghosts walk abroad as National and RSC bring up their bodies

Quote/Unquote: 15 great lines we’ve heard at the theatre recently

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Opening: Sound of Music, Payne’s Deep Water, Liola and West Side Story

Doctor Who’s Who – The Theatre DNA of ten top Time Lord contenders

Kate Fleetwood, Anna Maxwell Martin and Olivia Vinall join Russell Beale in Mendes’ Lear

Greig’s Shakespeare sequel Dunsinane revived for UK tour

The Hush

Mike Noble leads new West End cast of NT’s Curious Incident

Opening: NT’s Hush, Chichester Barnum and RSC’s All’s Well That Ends Well

The Drowned Man: A Hollywood Fable

Michael Coveney: Black theatre explosion and high summer lift-off

Guest Blog: Giles Terera on marking 50 years of black artists at the National Theatre

Nicholas Hytner submits formal objection to Southbank Centre’s £120m development

ATG’s Howard Panter knighted in Queen’s birthday honours

Further casting announced for Tori Amos’ The Light Princess, NT marks 50 years

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Review Round-Up: Norris directs National’s Amen Corner

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Brief Encounter with… Playwright Howard Brenton

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