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Vibrant, authentic, and emotionally charged, SUNNY AFTERNOON captures The Kinks’ rise to fame in 1960s Britain.

Great Britain in the 1960s was a time of social change, optimism, the breaking down of the old guard and above all the original British invasion...

With strong performances and a standout set and costume design, Ken Ludwig’s DEATH ON THE NILE is a stylish and inventive adaptation of Agatha Christie’s well-known novel.

Any adaptation of a well-known work by a much-loved author is a tight walk between pastiche and underrepresentation...

The cast of DEAR ENGLAND UK Tour. Photo Credit: Marc Brenner

Clever, emotionally resonant and brilliantly staged, DEAR ENGLAND uses the story of an England football manager to explore themes of belief, teamwork, and legacy, appealing to fans and non-fans alike.

A play about football, more specifically, about the tenure of an England manager, might sound like something that would make you roll your eyes and sigh...

The cast of DEATH OF A SALESMAN. Photo Credit: Tommy Ga-Ken Wan

Powerful and emotionally raw, DEATH OF A SALESMAN is a haunting portrayal of one man’s unravelling under the weight of the failed American dream.

It’s been 75 years since Arthur Miller wrote his searing indictment of the American dream, and this current touring production of DEATH OF A SALESMAN has lost none of its sting.

We meet Willy Loman, a failing salesman clinging to past glories...

This powerful and faithful revival of BOYS FROM THE BLACKSTUFF captures the raw despair of post-industrial Britain with a superb cast and striking staging.

The early 1980s in Britain was a time of change. Industrialisation was on its way out, and with it went thousands of men trained in trades that were suddenly no longer needed. The youth culture reflected the worries of the working class, and whether through confrontation or escapism, the sense of movement was undeniable.

In 1982, these conc...

Stefanie Jones in MARY POPPINS. Photo Credit: Danny Kaan.

Combining flawless performances, breath-taking staging, and old-school showbiz glamour, MARY POPPINS is a masterclass in theatrical magic.

It is easy to see why MARY POPPINS the musical has won so many awards from Oliviers to Tonys and entranced audiences from Broadway and the West End to productions across the globe; it is simply perfect in every way...

The cast of LITTLE WOMEN. Photo Credit: Nobby Clark

With strong performances, clever staging, and a warm, engaging atmosphere, this charming and faithful stage adaptation of LITTLE WOMEN brings the March sisters’ story vividly to life.

Since its publication in 1868–1869, Louisa May Alcott’s novel about the about the fates and fortunes of four sisters has become regarded as one of the great “coming of age” novels for young women...

Ore Oduba and Ellie Nunn in CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. Photo Credit: Paul Coltas

With standout performances, infectious comedy, and stunning visuals, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG is a vibrant, joy-filled spectacle.

In CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, Ian Fleming wrote, “Never say no to adventures” and anyone attending this touring production is certainly in for an adventure filled with spectacle and infectious joy...

Tracy-Ann Oberman in THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936. Photo Credit: Marc Brenner

This powerful reimagining of THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 highlights the play’s enduring relevance, with standout performances and a chilling portrayal of historical and modern antisemitism.

The well-known saying that those who do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it feels especially relevant in this striking and audacious production of THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936...

The cast of THE SHARK IS BROKEN. Photo Credit: Manuel Harlan

Based on Robert Shaw’s diaries, THE SHARK IS BROKEN offers a witty and poignant behind-the-scenes look at the tense, complex relationships between the three JAWS actors.

Any fan of the 1974 film JAWS will know that its production was notoriously difficult...