London Theatre News

The Olivier Awards 2026: who should and who will win?

Mickey Jo Theatre makes his predictions on who will — and who should — win on theatre’s biggest night, 12 April 2026!

Mazz Murray to star in Thin Lizzy musical 'Moonlight - The Philip Lynott Enigma'

The Mamma Mia! and Sunset Boulevard performer will play the mother of Thin Lizzy frontman Philip Lynott in this new musical about the international rock star and Irish music icon.

Full cast revealed for 'War Horse' at the National Theatre

War Horse is based on Michael Morpurgo’s beloved novel about a young boy called Albert and the remarkable relationship he develops with his horse Joey during the First World War.

Get to know the cast of new musical 'Pride'

Based on an incredible true story and beloved film, this new production at the National Theatre features Samuel Barnett, Courtney Stapleton, and Lewis Cornay.

Opinion: Why playing a real person on stage is such a unique and irresistible challenge

From Alexander Hamilton to Frank Sinatra, audiences can't get enough of real people in theatre shows – and nor can performers.

Learn about Leslie Odom, Jr's stage work ahead of 'Hamilton'

The Oscar nominee and Hamilton's original Aaron Burr makes his West End debut reprising his Tony-winning role this summer.

Gillian Anderson and Billy Crudup to star in 'Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?' in the West End

Anderson and Crudup will star as couple Martha and George, who invite new professor Nick and his wife Honey to their home on an American college campus for some after-party drinks. As the young couple are drawn into Martha and George's toxic games, the night erupts into a brutal confrontation with reality.

Everything you need to know about 'War Horse'

As the multi-award-winning play gallops back into the National Theatre, get to know this legendary show.

Full cast revealed for 'Grace Pervades' in the West End

David Hare's play chronicles the careers of Henry Irving and Ellen Terry, the greatest stars of the Victorian stage, as well as following the lives of Ellen’s troubled yet brilliant children.

Initial casting revealed for 'The Jungle Book' at the National Theatre

Set in the mangroves of the Sundarbans, The Jungle Book follows young child Mowgli, who is being raised among wolves. But danger stalks the shadows and to protect his family, Mowgli must discover where it is he truly belongs.