Jonathan Bailey – aka [Anthony Bridgerton](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatre-news/news/discover-the-bridgerton-casts-theatre-history-jonathan-bailey) – is swapping the ton’s marriage mart for the stage as he makes his much-anticipated return to theatre. The actor will play the title role in Shakespeare’s history play *[Richard II](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/14375-richard-ii)* at London’s Bridge Theatre, directed by Nicholas Hytner, in an exciting new production in spring...

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The acclaimed actor and *Bridgerton* star is back on stage in Nicholas Hytner's new Bridge Theatre production of Shakespeare's *Richard II* in 2025.

The sun is finally out (some of the time!), and that means the summer theatre season is in full swing, in the West End and beyond. If you’re looking to catch some of London’s great shows during your holiday — or staycation — then you’re in luck: this is a particularly good year for hot, hot, hot summer productions.

Of course, there are the annual outdoor theatre experiences at [Shakespeare’s Globe](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/shakespeares-globe-theatre) and [Regent’s Park Open Air...

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See uplifting, feel-good West End shows in London all summer long, including *Kiss Me, Kate*, *Hello, Dolly!* and *The Wizard of Oz*.

Tracy-Ann Oberman is set to reprise her role as Shylock in [*The Merchant of Venice 1936*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/41659-merchant-of-venice-1936) at the [Trafalgar Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/venues/trafalgar-theatre) in the West End this December for a limited season.

Oberman (*EastEnders, Doctor Who, Friday Night Dinner*) became the first British actress to play Shylock when the production toured the UK in 2023, before opening at the Criterion Theatre in February...

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*EastEnders* and *Doctor Who* actor Tracy-Ann Oberman became the first British actress to play Shylock when *The Merchant of Venice 1936* toured the UK last year.

James Graham’s new play *Punch* will transfer to London's Young Vic next March, fresh off its run at Nottingham Playhouse. 

The show, which tells the shocking true story about the fatal consequences of a single punch on a night out, is based on the book *Right from Wrong* by Jacob Dunne.

Julie Hesmondhalgh (*Mr Bates vs The Post Office*) and Tony Hirst (*Hollyoaks*) will reprise their roles as Joan and David, while David Shields (*Black Mirror*) will return as Jacob.

The cast is completed by...

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Julie Hesmondhalgh and Tony Hirst will reprise their roles as Joan and David in James Graham's play about a single punch that has fatal consequences.

New casting has been announced for Dennis Kelly and Tim Minchin's [*Matilda the Musical*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/305-matilda-the-musical-tickets), which is now in its 13th year in the West End. The new cast will join from 10 September.

Angelica Scott will join Anna Deikalo, Ava Posniak, and Sophia Saravanan in the title role of Matilda. Also joining in principal roles are Tiffany Graves as Mrs Wormwood, Neil McDermott as Mr Wormwood, and Eve Norris as Miss Honey. Kieran Hill will...

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Angelica Scott will join Anna Deikalo, Ava Posniak, and Sophia Saravanan as Matilda, in Dennis Kelly and Tim Minchin's musical about an extraordinary little girl.

Dearest gentle reader, it gives me great pleasure to impart to you the news that Jonathan Bailey, better known to *Bridgerton* fans as the 9th Viscount Bridgerton – or Anthony to his family – is taking to the stage in 2025 in a new production of *[Richard II](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/14375-richard-ii)* at London’s [Bridge Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/venues/the-bridge-theatre).

Bailey will play the title role in Nicholas Hytner’s Shakespeare production, which runs from...

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As Jonathan Bailey, star of the hit Netflix romance series, prepares to play Richard II, learn all about Bridgerton cast's success on stage.

New casting has been announced for [*Back to the Future: The Musical*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/22396-back-to-the-future-the-musical-tickets) at the Adelphi Theatre in London’s West End. The musical has also extended performances through 27 July 2025.

Vasco Emauz will make his West End debut as teenager Marty McFly. He is joined by Orlando Gibbs (*Mr Burns: A Post-Electric Play*) as George McFly, C.J. Borger (*Kristin Chenoweth: An Evening With Friends In Honor Of Todd Haimes*) as...

New cast announced for 'Back to the Future: The Musical' in the West End

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Vasco Emauz makes his West End debut as Marty McFly in Bob Gale, Alan Silvestri, and Glen Ballard's musical about a time-travelling teenager and an eccentric scientist.

*SIX* fans rejoice! Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss’s sophomore musical *Why Am I So Single?* starts previews in August, opening in September. While the pop-infused *SIX* revolutionised the historical musical with its diva-inspired girl group take on the six wives of Henry VIII, this new show is set in the present day and deals with a force even more fearsome and cut-throat than the aforementioned murderous monarch… modern-day dating. 

The story deals with two terminally single friends who happen to...

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The hotly anticipated new show about modern dating by *SIX* writers Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss arrives at the Garrick Theatre in the West End this August.

He might not have been the lead in this year's season of Netflix’s *Bridgerton*, but all eyes were nevertheless on Jonathan Bailey as the dashing eldest son and heir Anthony, Viscount Bridgerton, back from honeymoon and blissfully in love with his new wife, Kate. The most eligible leading man of the moment, Bailey will also soon be seen as Fiyero in the hotly anticipated *Wicked* film, opposite Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

In 2025, Bailey will return to the stage with a very different...

John Gielgud to Jonathan Bailey: Stars on stage in Shakespeare's 'Richard II'

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Ahead of Jonathan Bailey's performance as Richard II at the Bridge Theatre, we look at other leading actors to have played the tragic medieval monarch.

Further casting has been revealed for James Macdonald's production of Samuel Beckett’s *Waiting for Godot* in the West End this autumm.

Joining the previously announced Lucian Msamati (*Game of Thrones, Amadeus*) as Estragon and Ben Whishaw (*James Bond, Paddington*) as Vladimir are Tom Edden (*Crazy For You, Cyrano De Bergerac*) as Lucky and Jonathan Slinger (*Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Richard II, Richard III*) as Pozzo.

The creative team includes Rae Smith (set and costume design),...

Ben Whishaw and Lucian Msamati-led 'Waiting for Godot' announces further casting

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Samuel Beckett's play follows Vladimir and Estragon as they discuss a variety of subjects while waiting for the titular Godot, who never arrives.

Southwark Playhouse continues to programme new work with [*Sugar Coat*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/27453-sugar-coat). *Sugar Coat* begins performances at [Southwark Playhouse Borough](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/southwark-playhouse) on 29 March, with an opening night on 31 March, and performances to 22 April.

The *Sugar Coat* musical follows one woman’s coming-of-age journey. Over eight years, she discovers her true identity and reclaims her body, set to Riot Grrl music.

Lilly Pollard and Joel Samuel’s show premiered at VAULT Festival in 2020. Celine Lowenthal directs Rachel Barnes, Eve De Leon Allen, Dani Heron, Anya Pearson and Sarah Workman, accompanied by an all female and non-binary band. The show features sound design by Lucy Baker Swinburn.

*Sugar Coat* is at Southwark Playhouse Borough.

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A feminist pop-punk live music play about love, loss and lubrication. Based on a true story. 

*Sugar Coat* is a hilarious and heartfelt mix of rebellious empowerment and laugh-out-loud teen angst. 

Performed by an all female and non-binary band, we follow one woman’s coming-of-age journey, spanning across eight years of sexual highs and lows, with sprinklings of 90s nostalgia and an unashamedly queer and feminist call to arms. 

Winner of the OFFComm 2020 Award, Show of the Week (VAULT Festival 2020) and UNTAPPED (New Diorama Theatre & Underbelly) finalist, Sugar Coat is an uplifting and liberating show about puberty, sex, feminism, and reclaiming your body. 

Featuring original music inspired by Riot Grrl bands, such as Bikini Kill, Le Tigre, Veruca Salt and Letters to Cleo.

From the Producers of Fringe First winning Bobby & Amy, this powerful gig theatre confronts sex and sexuality in a brutally funny and honest show about trauma and recovery. Written by singer-songwriter Lilly Pollard (BBC Music Introducing) and playwright Joel Samuels (Fever Pitch, Divas, A Wake in Progress), with direction by Celine Lowenthal (Pecs, Soho Theatre; Sex, Sex, Men, Men, Yard Theatre) and co-Musical Direction from Anya Pearson of the renowned band Dream Nails. 

Contains graphic sexual content, loud music and unapologetically bad-ass feminism.

★★★★★ “An outstanding gig theatre experience – raw, emotional, and ultimately uplifting.” To Do List

★★★★ “You’ll be reaching for your air guitar.” The Reviews Hub

★★★★★ “Sugar Coat perfectly encapsulates the way one can have a relationship with music.” Within Her Words

“Sparkling and witty.” The Play’s The Thing

“A hilarious night out.” Loud Women

“Uncompromising and thrilling.” Ought to be Clowns

“Tonic for the soul in tumultuous times.” Bechdel Theatre


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*Sugar Coat* is a hilarious and heartfelt mix of rebellious empowerment and laugh-out-loud teen angst. Follow one woman's journey of sexual highs, lows, and everything in between. See the VAULT Festival play at Southwark Playhouse. Learn more about *Sugar Coat* tickets on London Theatre today.

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Recommended age 16+ but younger children are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian.

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Stranger Sings

The Upside-Down returns, as The Vaults presents award-winning, smash-hit parody musical; Stranger Sings!

One of the most exciting venues in London, Southwark Playhouse Borough theatre, is a powerhouse of ingenious stage productions that indubitably captures the spirit of community theatre. Nestled within the heart of London's cultural hub, this enchanting venue exudes an intoxicating charm, enticing theatre fans from across the globe. Lauded for its versatile stages, the 'Little' and 'Large', the Playhouse stages an impressive array of works spanning classics, contemporary plays, and rousing musicals. A distinctive feature is its commitment to nurturing young talents along with presenting productions by experienced performers. The venue houses the Drama Desk Award-winning production 'Shockheaded Peter' and critically acclaimed musical 'In the Heights'. Savor the spellbinding ambiance of this dynamic venue which is ingeniously furnished to retain its historic essence while resonating with a modern vibe. The affable staff, state-of-the-art amenities, and the on-site bar brewing a delightful gamut of refreshments make your rendezvous with Southwark Playhouse truly memorable.

__**How to get to the venue**__:
Reaching Southwark Playhouse Borough Theatre is quite simple. If travelling by tube, it is just a short walk from the Borough tube station on the Northern Line or Elephant & Castle tube station on the Bakerloo and Northern Lines. Bus routes 35, 40, 133, 343 and 344 have stops nearby. Limited metered street parking is available nearby, though public transport is recommended due its convenience.

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