Prestige Drama Review: Wry Comedy of Derry and the Past
Séamas O’Reilly’s debut novel follows a Hollywood film crew in Derry making a Troubles drama. A brilliant, wry comedy about storytelling, memory, and a city’s struggle with its past.
Séamas O’Reilly’s debut novel follows a Hollywood film crew in Derry making a Troubles drama. A brilliant, wry comedy about storytelling, memory, and a city’s struggle with its past.
From War Horse to Sinatra the Musical, Sandra Oh to Adrian Lester, June 2026 brings a stellar lineup of London theatre openings. Discover the 10 best shows.
Tom Hardy has reportedly been dropped from Paramount Plus series MobLand after clashing with producers over script changes and filming delays, leading fans to vow a boycott.
Grayson Perry's life story will be turned into an 'outrageous' musical co-created with the composer of Jerry Springer: The Opera, exploring identity and self-acceptance.
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From 'Beetlejuice' and Jinkx Monsoon to Gary Oldman, discover the top new London theatre shows opening in May 2026.
Guardian readers respond to Michael Billington's ranked list of Shakespeare plays, offering their own favorites and critiques.
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The Venice Biennale jury will not award artists from countries whose leaders face ICC charges, apparently targeting Russia and Israel, sparking debate and EU funding threats.
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RecommendedMark Jenkin's experimental time-traversing folktale 'Rose of Nevada' stars Callum Turner and George MacKay. A sinister chill coats this eerie Cornish drama that will haunt you long after the credits roll.
Michael Sheen will star as Salieri in Amadeus at London's Noël Coward Theatre, marking his West End return after 20 years and making him the first actor to play both lead roles in Peter Shaffer's iconic play.
The gritty noir detective genre is making a major comeback on television, with Spider Noir at the forefront of this trend, blending classic mystery with modern storytelling.
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The Broadway revival of Beaches, based on the 1988 film, delivers a poignant and musically rich theatrical experience that captivates audiences with its timeless story of friendship.
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RecommendedFelix Barrett, founder of Punchdrunk, discusses how video games like Resident Evil and Breath of the Wild influence his immersive theatre productions, from Lander 23 to future projects in Woolwich.
In their final seasons, Hacks and The Comeback masterfully depict the indignities faced by older female celebrities as they chase relevance in an algorithm-driven, social media-obsessed entertainment industry.
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Stephen Merchant's 2019 wrestling biopic Fighting With My Family is being adapted into a stage musical, with Dwayne Johnson calling it 'an absolute blast' for theatregoers.
David Lindsay-Abaire's new comedy The Balusters explores modern American conflicts through neighborhood association meetings, delivering fun but underdeveloped social satire.
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