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Sheridan Smith In Shirley Valentine

Solo Shows

Does the public really want a plethora of new solo shows?
Tambo & Bones

What is a Black Out?

A new venture seeks to offer black audiences safer spaces and may signal an upcoming trend.
PlayAI

Is Artificial Intelligence Intelligent or Artificial?

As the first ever AI-generated play opens, Philip Fisher wonders whether this is the future of theatre?
Chicago

The Formula for a Record-Breaking Hit

As Chicago becomes the longest-running current show on Broadway, Philip Fisher considers what it takes to hit the jackpot in the West End and on Broadway.
Jodie Comer as Tessa in Prima Facie

Populism in Theatre

Is it entirely coincidental that the two top awards at the Oliviers went to the year's most hyped stars?
Equity logo

Equity Demanding 17% West End Pay Rise

Having demonstrated that West End theatre workers are struggling to make ends meet, Equity has proposed a 17% increase. Philip Fisher considers the implications.
Baroness Stowell

Culture v. Money

Philip Fisher comments on a damning report from the House of Lords Communications Committee and a belated funding offer to ENO.
Roxana Silbert

Arts Council England Claims Its First Victim

Hampstead Theatre has announced the departure of its Artistic Director Roxana Silbert following the loss of its funding.
Fenella Fielding

Fenella Fielding: Actress

Robert Tanitch reports on a new exhibition celebrating the life of Fenella Fielding.

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