London Theatre News

What will the West End look like in 2021?

UPDATE: On 22 February, it was announced that theatres can reopen from 17 May. Read the latest information here.West End theatres are currently closed, as a result of England being placed in a national lockdown. With all live performances currently suspended and London theatres closed, we're all wondering what West End theatre in 2021 will look like.Here's the latest information on what the West End landscape looks like in 2021, updated regularly in line with the latest coronavirus guidelines in...

Sian Clifford to star in world premiere of ‘Good Grief’

'Good Grief' will be available to watch from February 2021.

Top 10 London shows of 2020

Okay, so 2020 is probably going to go down in theatre history as the year that never was. Postponements and cancellations happened left, right, and centre, with cities going in and out of lockdown like the hokey pokey. That didn't stop creatives though, with London theatres being home to world premieres, anticipated revivals and West End transfer.As we (gladly) wave goodbye to 2020, we take a look back at the top 10 London shows of 2020, as reviewed by us.Kunene and the KingTwo theatrical...

Kiln Theatre reopens with ‘The Invisible Hand’

The live-streamed production will be available for one night only.

Line-up of shows for MTFestUK 2021 announced

Eight productions will be staged over the two-week festival.

'Baby Reindeer' to be adapted into Netflix series

Richard Gadd's play was due to open at the Ambassadors Theatre in 2020.

How does London going into “tier three” affect West End theatres?

UPDATE: On 19 December, it was confirmed that London has been upgraded to a "tier four" area. Check here for the latest information on how this affects London theatres.On 16 December, London will be upgraded from "tier two" to "tier three" with the highest restrictions placed in order to combat coronavirus. As a result, live theatre and entertainment will be forced to close, with all performances suspended. What does "tier three" mean for London theatres?With London going into "tier three", it...

‘Bedknobs and Broomsticks’ musical to make world premiere in 2021

The Disney film will be adapted into a stage show, opening in Newcastle.

New performance dates announced for ‘Life of Pi’ at Wyndham’s Theatre

The West End transfer will now open in Novembeer 2021.

Rebecca McKinnis to star in ‘St. Anne Comes Home’

Performances will run at the Actors' Church for one week only.