Coronation Street Actor's Early Role in Oscar-Winning Film
Discover how Coronation Street's Daniel Brocklebank starred in 'Shakespeare in Love' with Gwyneth Paltrow before his soap fame, and his candid revelations about Hollywood.
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The Forsyte Saga Parts 1 & 2 Review: RSC's Epic Return
The RSC stages a monumental 6-hour adaptation of Galsworthy's The Forsyte Saga at the Swan Theatre. Read our review of this ambitious new production.
Pinocchio Review: Family Musical at Shakespeare's Globe
A vibrant new musical adaptation of Pinocchio at Shakespeare's Globe swaps Collodi's darkness for humour and heart. Catch it in London until 4 January.
Obituary: Margaretta D'Arcy, Playwright and Activist, Dies
Margaretta D'Arcy, the playwright and political activist known for picketing her own Royal Shakespeare Company production, has died aged 91. Discover her life of radical theatre and protest.
Royal Shakespeare Company announces 11% staff cuts
The Royal Shakespeare Company plans to reduce its workforce by 11% and merge costume departments to address a £5-6m shortfall. Read the full story on the theatre's financial challenges.
Tom Stoppard Dies: Royals Lead Tributes to Playwright
BBC Breakfast shared the sad news of playwright Tom Stoppard's death at 88. King Charles and Queen Camilla led tributes, honouring their 'dear friend' and 'genius'. Read the full story.
Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard Dies Aged 88
British theatre mourns the loss of Sir Tom Stoppard, the Czech-born playwright who became a giant of the stage. Remembered for his wit and works like 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead'.
King and Queen lead tributes to Sir Tom Stoppard
The King and Queen lead heartfelt tributes to playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, who has died aged 88. Discover his incredible legacy and career.
Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard dies aged 88
Award-winning playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, known for Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead and Shakespeare In Love, has died peacefully at 88. Read tributes to the theatrical legend.
Award-winning playwright Sir Tom Stoppard dies aged 88
Acclaimed playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, known for Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead and Shakespeare In Love, has died peacefully at 88. Discover his legendary career.
Award-winning playwright Sir Tom Stoppard dies at 88
Acclaimed British playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, known for Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, has died aged 88. Discover his incredible legacy.
Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard dies aged 88
Oscar and Golden Globe-winning playwright Sir Tom Stoppard has died peacefully at home aged 88. Read the full tribute to his legendary career.
Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard dies peacefully at home
Acclaimed British playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, Oscar winner for Shakespeare in Love, has died peacefully at home aged 84. Remember his incredible legacy.
Winter Nightmare: Midsummer Dream Review at Sam Wanamaker
Holly Race Roughan's chilling winter reimagining of Shakespeare's classic brings brutal undercurrents to the surface at London's Sam Wanamaker Playhouse until 31 January.
Ryder vs Paltrow: The 'Shakespeare in Love' Feud
The inside story of how Gwyneth Paltrow's Oscar win for Shakespeare in Love destroyed her friendship with Winona Ryder over alleged role 'stealing'. Discover the full timeline of their Hollywood feud.
Herefordshire stands in for Shakespeare's Stratford in Hamnet
Discover how Herefordshire's historic landscapes and crooked Tudor buildings became the perfect filming location for the cinematic adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's bestselling novel Hamnet. Explore the Shakespearean connections.
Mirren & McKellen Launch New Shakespeare Curriculum
Oscar-winner Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen champion a free RSC curriculum set to transform how Shakespeare is taught in UK secondary schools. Discover how it works.
Harewood & Jones Star in Groundbreaking Othello
Two of Britain's finest actors, David Harewood and Toby Jones, deliver breathtaking performances in a revolutionary new production of Othello that's redefining Shakespeare for modern audiences.
Toby Jones shines as Iago in stunning Othello revival
A stunning new production of Shakespeare's Othello captivates audiences with Toby Jones's chilling portrayal of Iago and David Harewood's commanding return as the Moor of Venice.
Othello Review: Bristol's Frantic Shakespeare Interpretation
Patrick Marmion's review reveals a modern Othello racing through Shakespeare's tragedy at breakneck speed, with compelling performances battling against relentless pacing at Theatre Royal Bristol.
David Harewood's Othello stuns London in radical new production
David Harewood delivers a powerhouse performance as Othello alongside Toby Jones's revelatory Iago in a modern-dress production that redefines Shakespeare's tragedy for contemporary audiences.
Dying: A Memoir Stage Adaptation Fails to Satisfy
Benjamin Law's theatrical adaptation of Cory Taylor's acclaimed memoir about mortality struggles to translate the book's poignant reflection to the stage, leaving audiences and critics unsatisfied.
Australian students studied wrong Caesar in exam blunder
Thousands of Australian students faced the wrong Shakespeare text in their final English exam, raising serious questions about educational oversight and assessment integrity.
Elmet's Haunting Theatre Triumph in Bradford
Fiona Mozley's Booker-shortlisted novel 'Elmet' receives a stunning theatrical adaptation at Bradford's Loading Bay theatre, delivering a powerful exploration of family, land, and vengeance in modern Yorkshire.
Hedda Gabler 2025: Meet the Star-Studded Cast
Discover the exciting new adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's masterpiece 'Hedda Gabler' coming to screens in 2025, featuring an impressive ensemble cast including Lily James, Sam Claflin and Ruth Wilson in this bold reimagining set in contemporary London.
Sean Bean critiques method acting techniques
Sheffield-born actor Sean Bean voices strong opinions against method acting, praising Daniel Day-Lewis while questioning extreme preparation techniques in modern theatre.
David Macfarlane: Visionary Theatre Designer Dies
Celebrating the extraordinary life and career of David Macfarlane, the acclaimed production designer whose revolutionary work shaped iconic British theatre productions and films for over four decades.
David Harewood: Othello role is dangerous for Black actors
Acclaimed actor David Harewood opens up about the emotional trauma of playing Othello and why he believes the role requires careful consideration for Black performers.
Regretting You Film Review: Hoover Adaptation Disappoints
The Guardian's critical take on the cinematic adaptation of Colleen Hoover's beloved novel reveals why this emotional story struggles to translate effectively to film.
RSC's Macbeth: A Blood-Soaked Masterpiece
The Royal Shakespeare Company's radical new production starring Luke Norris and Amaka Okafor delivers a Macbeth for our troubled times, blending brutal modernity with timeless themes of ambition and power.
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