The Latest Breaking News from Matthew Warchus

National Theatre hit Pride announces West End transfer

The show reunites director Matthew Warchus and writer Stephen Beresford

The Independent UK · Aug 25

Sold-out stage adaptation of hit film Pride transfers to the West End

Pride is heading to the Bridge Theatre for a new London run from October 2026, following its success at the National Theatre

Evening Standard · Aug 25

'Wicked: For Good' just landed on Netflix — but these 3 musicals are even better

'Wicked: For Good' just landed on Netflix, but you should watch these 3 musicals on Netflix instead that are much better.

Tom’s Guide · Jul 21

London’s Old Vic theatre opens brand new Backstage building

The new six storey building features public spaces including a cafe and bar, script library and rehearsal space to broaden access to the theatre.

The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2025

5 best Roald Dahl movies to stream right now

These wondrous movies for children and adults were all adapted from books by the beloved author.

Tom’s Guide · Oct 21, 2025

Mary Page Marlowe at the Old Vic: 'Susan Sarandon makes impactful London stage debut'

4/5 This story about a woman seen at different stages of her life features a strong cast led by the Thelma and Louise star

Evening Standard · Oct 9, 2025

Susan Sarandon ‘terrified but excited’ to star on London stage

The Oscar-winning actress will make her UK theatre debut in the play Mary Page Marlowe.

Evening Standard · Jul 1, 2025

Susan Sarandon ‘terrified but excited’ to make UK theatrical debut in September

The Oscar winner will appear alongside Oscar nominee Andrea Riseborough when they play the same character at different ages in Tracy Letts’ play Mary Page Marlowe

The Guardian - UK · Jun 30, 2025

How two recent productions of Oedipus offer different meanings through the role of the chorus

The London theatre scene was all abuzz in January 2024 when two different star-studded West End productions of the ancient Greek tragedy Oedipus were announced within minutes of each other.

The Conversation · Mar 26, 2025

Oedipus at the Old Vic review: Bewildering chaos with Rami Malek strangely mannered

3/5 Rami Malek seems like he’s on a different planet is this bewildering but oddly compelling production

Evening Standard · Feb 5, 2025