Harry Enfield makes his theatre debut in Richard Jones’s production – but what have critics been saying about it? The Guardian: *** “Enfield gives us a shuffling oldster who knows that his power lies in his position. His performance is […]
ONCE IN A LIFETIME – Young Vic Theatre
’Tis the season to be silly, and the Young Vic’s revival of a screwball 1930’s Hollywood satire hit the spot triumphantly with this theatre’s warm, responsive audience.
5 shows to look out for in December: Dreamgirls, Cinderella, Buried Child & more
The year is rapidly coming to a close. But before it does, there are more great shows to see in the lead up to Christmas. Here is Love London Love Culture’s guide to some of the best shows opening in December 2016
NEWS: Casting announced for Young Vic Midsummer Night’s Dream
Director Joe Hill-Gibbins returns to the Young Vic’s Main House stage with a bold new production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Principal casting – including Jemima Rooper, Anastasia Hille and Sunny Afternoon’s John Dagleish – has now been announced.
NEWS: Young Vic announces new shows from award-winning emerging directors
Lucy J Skilbeck and Nancy Medina both won the Genesis Future Directors Awards for 2017 and will direct three plays between them, to be shown at the Young Vic. From March 22nd to the 1st April 2017, The Clare will be presenting Lucy […]
THE NEST – Young Vic
Franz Xaver Kroetz works in miniature, holding up a mirror to the lives of `small people’, in The Nest, a lorry driver and his pregnant wife, working all the hours that god sends to make ends meet.
THE NEST – Young Vic
Franz Xaver Kroetz works in miniature, holding up a mirror to the lives of `small people’, in The Nest, a lorry driver and his pregnant wife, working all the hours that god sends to make ends meet.
A MAN OF GOOD HOPE – Young Vic Theatre
Not all refugees are in Calais or aiming for here. This enthralling piece from Mark Dornford-May’s Isango Ensemble of Cape Town tells another story, an African epic beating and yearning with the voice of a great continent. Musically magnificent, poignant and joyful and vigorous…
A MAN OF GOOD HOPE – Young Vic Theatre
Told partly in text but also sung through accompanied by marimbas, drums and any other vocal sound required made by the 25 piece ensemble, A Man of Good Hope is a model of economy yet full bloodied exuberance, choral excellence and not a little wit.
Theatre Podcast: The Emperor, Torn, Labyrinth
This week the London theatre bloggers discuss The Emperor starring Kathryn Hunter at the Young Vic, Torn at the Royal Court and Beth Steel’s latest play at Hampstead Theatre, Labyrinth.
NEWS: Harry Enfield stars in Once in a Lifetime at Young Vic, New shows
Award-winning comedian, actor, writer and director Harry Enfield will play Hollywood studio boss Glogauer in Richard Jones’ production of Once in a Lifetime from 25 November 2016 in the Young Vic’s Main House. Joining Enfield in the company are Daniel Abelson, Claudie Blakley, Okorie Chukwu, Lucy Cohu, Lizzy Connolly, Buffy Davis, Otto Farrant, Amy Griffiths, Amanda Lawrence and John Marquez. Further casting is still to …
THE EMPEROR – Young Vic Theatre
Based on the book by Polish journalist Ryszard Kapuściński tells the story of the downfall of Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia. This production directed by Walter Meierjohann is creative, passionate and intense.
Theatre Podcast: Jesus Christ Superstar, Yerma, Faith Healer
This week the London theatre bloggers discuss Andrew Lloyd Webber musical revival Jesus Christ Superstar at the Open Air Theatre, Yerma starring Billie Piper at the Young Vic and the Donmar’s recent production of Brian Friel’s Faith Healer.
REVIEW ROUND-UP: Yerma at the Young Vic Theatre
Billie Piper plays the titular Yerma, a woman who is desperate for a child, in Simon Stone’s production of Lorca’s classic. It opened at the Young Vic Theatre last night (4 August) and continues until 24 September 2016. So what have critics made of it?
7 shows to look out for in August: The Entertainer, Yerma, Allegro, Unfaithful & more
The theatrical axis usually tilts north towards Edinburgh in August, but this year there’s still plenty happening in London as summer heads to a conclusion. Here are a few of the most notable London openings this month that you should keep an eye out for…
REVIEW ROUND-UP: Cuttin’ It at the Young Vic Theatre
This hard-hitting play about Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Britain, revealing the price that some girls have to pay to become a woman, is written by Charlene James and directed by Gbolahan Obisesan. It’s on at the Young Vic for a short run until 11 June 2016. What have critics thought of it?
Weekly Theatre Podcast: Romeo & Juliet, Blue/Orange, The Flick
This week the London theatre bloggers discuss Kenneth Branagh’s star-studded West End Romeo and Juliet, plus Blue/Orange revived at the Young Vic and the UK premiere of The Flick at the National.
REVIEW ROUND-UP: Blue/Orange at the Young Vic Theatre
Matthew Xia directs this production of Joe Penhall’s play about race, ethics, sanity and prejudice, which runs at London’s Young Vic Theatre until 2 July 2016.
NEWS: Billie Piper takes title role in Lorca’s Yerma at Young Vic
Billie Piper will take the title role in a new play based on Lorca’s Yerma written and directed by Simon Stone, his first original work for the UK. The run opens on 4 August 2016 (previews from 28 July) and has now been extended to 24 September 2016.
NEWS: Post Guys & Dolls, David Haig joins Blue/Orange at Young Vic
Hot on the heels of his just-finished West End musical run in Guys and Dolls, David Haig will join Daniel Kaluuya and Luke Norris in the cast of Joe Penhall’s Blue/Orange in a new production by director Matthew Xia. Due to popular demand, the run extends to 2 July. Blue/Orange runs in the Young Vic’s Main House from 12 May 2016.