Springwood review – King George VI’s 1939 US mission
Robert Lindsay excels as FDR in Richard Nelson’s play about King George VI’s 1939 US visit, resonating with modern NATO and Trump-era tensions.
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream review – rockers and fairy folk
Atri Banerjee's fun staging of Shakespeare's comedy features a musical fairy band and a brilliant Bottom, but lacks some wonder.
Muddled 'Dream' at Regent's Park lacks clear direction
Atri Banerjee's production of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has many ideas but no coherent vision, resulting in a disjointed and beige slog.
Springwood review: Robert Lindsay in plodding royal drama
Robert Lindsay plays FDR in Richard Nelson's stage adaptation of 'Hyde Park on Hudson,' but the play lacks dramatic momentum despite timely themes.
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10 Best New London Theatre Shows Opening July 2026
From 'Jesus Christ Superstar' with Sam Ryder to Sarah Kane's 'Cleansed', July 2026 offers a thrillingly eclectic lineup of London theatre openings.
Globe's 2026/27 winter season: Julius Caesar, The Seagull, King John
Shakespeare's Globe announces 2026/27 indoor winter season at Sam Wanamaker Playhouse: Julius Caesar, The Animals Come to the Table, The Seagull, and King John.
Raveheart Review: Techno Rebellion Satire by Graeme Armstrong
Graeme Armstrong's Raveheart follows DJ Turbo leading a civil disobedience campaign against a ban on electronic music in a hilarious political satire.
Billy Budd Review: Allan Clayton's Vere Shines at Glyndebourne
Allan Clayton's luminous Vere is the devastating heart of Michael Grandage's revival of Britten's Billy Budd at Glyndebourne, with Thomas Mole and Sam Carl persuasive as Billy and Claggart.
Penelope Keith: The Unmatched Sitcom Snob
Penelope Keith, star of The Good Life and To the Manor Born, dies at 86. She played domineering snobs with pinpoint comic timing, making them feel like old friends. No one will do it better.
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'Spirited Away' live theatre returns to London in 2028
The acclaimed puppet-driven production of Studio Ghibli's 'Spirited Away' will return to the London Coliseum in spring 2028 after a global tour.
James Norton to Play Hamlet in West End in 2027
James Norton will star as Hamlet in a new West End production in autumn 2027, directed by acclaimed German director Thomas Ostermeier.
Archduke review: Twisted history goes to war for a sandwich
Rajiv Joseph's tragicomic play 'Archduke' at the Royal Court reimagines the assassination of Franz Ferdinand, with hunger and TB as triggers for the first world war.
Brockwell Lido gets £250k refurbishment after operator collapse
Brockwell Lido in Herne Hill will undergo a £250,000 refurbishment this summer after Lambeth Council takes over management from collapsed operator Fusion Lifestyle.
EastEnders: Max's wedding surprise for Cindy sparks drama
Cindy Beale plans an engagement party in EastEnders, but Priya's revelations and flirtations threaten to expose Max's secrets and derail their future.
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Jackass director nearly cut 'disgusting' laxative Twister scene
Jeff Tremaine reveals the sickening laxative Twister stunt in Jackass: Best and Last was nearly left on the editing floor until a Paramount exec insisted it stay in the film.
Pride Musical Review: Gay Activists and Miners Unite
The hit 2014 film Pride becomes a magnificent musical at London's Dorfman Theatre, celebrating solidarity between LGBTQ+ activists and striking miners in 1980s Britain.
Relics review: toxic heirloom sparks family clash
Ben Ockrent's black comedy Relics at Lyric Hammersmith follows four siblings squabbling over a possibly stolen Pissarro painting, blending absurdity and grief. Runs until 18 July.
Adrian Lester shines in RSC's Cyrano de Bergerac
Adrian Lester delivers a sensational performance in the RSC's period revival of Cyrano de Bergerac at the Noël Coward Theatre, running from June to September 2026. This production restores the play to 1640 France while feeling wholly current.
Jane Yolen, Author of 450 Books, Dies at 87
Jane Yolen, who wrote over 400 books for children and adults, including the award-winning 'Owl Moon' and 'The Devil's Arithmetic,' has died aged 87.
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Sinatra: The Musical review – hits but no depth
Frank Sinatra bio-musical hits West End with style and swagger from Joel Harper-Jackson, but flat script fails to explore the legend's dark side.
The Truth Review: Zeller's Comedy Delights at Apollo Theatre
Florian Zeller's The Truth, starring Stephen Mangan and Sarah Hadland, is a seat-shakingly funny farce about adultery and deceit at London's Apollo Theatre.
Jackass: Best and Last review — gross, emotional farewell
Jackass: Best and Last delivers a final dose of disgusting stunts and surprising sentiment, with never-before-seen footage from 1998 and a tearful goodbye from Johnny Knoxville and crew.
Coronation Street: Sarah confesses to Theo's murder
Sarah Platt confesses to killing Theo Silverton on Coronation Street, leaving Todd Grimshaw devastated as he decides to keep her secret but ends their friendship.
Sinatra Musical Review: Bland Bio-Musical Fails to Capture Magic
Sinatra the Musical at the Aldwych Theatre boasts great songs but delivers a bland portrayal of the iconic singer, failing to capture his charisma or complexity.
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Sting Review: Historical Misogyny Spills Into Present
Sophie Swithinbank's urgent drama at the Young Vic explores historical crimes against women spilling into modern misogyny, with captivating performances.
Venus & Adonis review – puppet passion with Simon Russell Beale
Simon Russell Beale narrates Greg Doran's enchanting puppet production of Shakespeare's Venus & Adonis at the Barbican, featuring Lyndie Wright's masterful miniatures.
The Misanthrope Review: Reworking Woos in Its Human Drama
A new production of Molière's The Misanthrope reworks the classic with a focus on human drama, earning critical acclaim for its fresh take.
Sting: A Masterful Psychological Thriller at Young Vic
Sophie Swithinbank's Sting blends misogyny, police abuse, and witchcraft in a gripping psychological thriller at the Young Vic, running June 24–July 18, 2026.
The Misanthrope review: Sandra Oh's strong UK stage debut
Sandra Oh makes a decent UK stage debut in Martin Crimp's new adaptation of Molière's The Misanthrope at the National Theatre, but the play is a chore at times, saved by good jokes and a wild ending.
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Stephen Mangan kicked audience member's feet off stage
Stephen Mangan revealed he kicked an audience member's feet off the stage during a Broadway performance, as debate over poor theatre etiquette intensifies.
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