William Shakespeare: Last News

fell off a London stage mid-performance last month, the play’s producers said on Monday.McKellen was starring in “Player Kings,” a production of William Shakespeare’s “Henry IV, Parts One and Two,” in the capital’s West End theatre district, on June 17 when he lost his footing and fell off the front of the stage during a fight scene.The actor, who is best known for playing Gandalf in the film versions of “Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” and was also Magneto in the “X-Men” movies, was taken to hospital.“Two weeks after my accident onstage, my injuries improve day by day,” he said in a statement.“It’s with the greatest reluctance that I have accepted the medical advice to protect my full recovery by not working in the meantime.”David Semark, McKellen’s understudy who completed the run in London, will play the role in Bristol, Birmingham, Norwich and Newcastle, producers said.McKellen’s stage career stretches back to 1961, where his credits include playing Richard III, King Lear and Macbeth.

Jonathan Bailey is headed back to the stage with a starring role in a new production of William Shakespeare‘s Richard II.

Sir Ian McKellen will not return for the remaining West End performances of Player Kings after he fell from the stage earlier this week.The veteran actor was performing at the Noël Coward Theatre on June 17 when he fell from the stage, reportedly breaking his wrist and sustaining other injuries.According to the play’s production team, McKellen was originally expected to return for yesterday evening’s performance (June 19), after providing a hopeful update on his recovery.However, it has now been announced that the 85-year-old actor will not perform the remaining three London shows, but will hopefully return to the play when it moves to Bristol on July 3.In a post made to the play’s X account, the production team wrote: “We look forward to Ian returning to the production, which begins a national tour in Bristol on Wednesday 3 July, before visiting Birmingham, Norwich and Newcastle.”According to the BBC, McKellen has said that he is having “physiotherapy, light exercise and a lot of essential rest at home”. The actor reportedly spent three nights in hospital.McKellen’s role, Sir John Falstaff, will be played by understudy David Semark for the remaining London shows.Following the incident, the Lord Of The Rings actor made a statement thanking fans for “their kind messages and support”.

Ellise Shafer Ian McKellen will not perform in the final three shows of the West End run of “Player Kings” after suffering a fall on Monday. “Player Kings” announced on social media on Thursday that David Semark would take over McKellen’s role for its final performances in London.

Ethan Shanfeld Ian McKellen was hospitalized after falling off stage during a performance of “Player Kings” at the Noël Coward Theatre on the West End in London, according to the BBC. McKellen was reportedly in a battle scene when he lost his footing and fell. The audience was evacuated from the theater and the evening show was canceled.

UPDATE: Romeo + Juliet starring Heartstopper‘s Kit Connor and West Side Story‘s Rachel Zegler will begin Broadway performances on Thursday, September 26, at Circle in the Square Theatre, with an official opening night set for Thursday, October 24. The run, directed by Sam Gold, is a strictly limited, 16-week engagement.

Super Gran, has died aged 98.The show, which ran from 1985 to 1987, tells the story about an elderly grandmother who acquires superpowers after being struck by a magic ray. Granny Smith, who is usually accompanied by her grandson Willard, uses her powers to protect the residents of the fictional town Chisleton.Super Gran also featured guest appearances from various actors including footballer George Best, comedian and writer Spike Milligan, darts player Eric Bristow and actor Roy Kinnear.

“& Juliet,” William Shakespeare’s classic play is reimagined with a twist.The musical, currently running at New York City’s Stephen Sondheim Theatre, envisions a world from Anne Hathaway’s perspective where Juliet (spoiler!) doesn’t die and lives a full life of her own told through popular, contemporary Max Martin-produced hits like “Since U Been Gone,” “…Baby One More Time” and “Larger Than Life” that weave through the narrative.“It was inclusive, entertaining and enjoyable,” the New York Post’s Victoria Giardina said after attending the lively show.“And I loved how funny the characters were. However, I’d say it’s best for those 18 and up due to some cheeky and more mature references.”If this sounds like the feel good Broadway show for you, tickets are available for all upcoming performances.At the time of publication, prices start at $100 before fees on Vivid Seats.Based on our findings, most other shows have tickets starting in the $105 to $150 neighborhood before fees.Want to catch the show-stopping musical live?We’ve got everything you need to know and more about “& Juliet” below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.Opening night for “& Juliet” was way back in November 2022.Now that the musical is a well-oiled machine it runs eight times a week including three matinees on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.As expected, the Stephen Sondheim Theatre goes dark on Mondays.

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West Side Story‘s Rachel Zegler and Heartstopper‘s Kit Connor are set to make their Broadway debuts in a new production of William Shakespeare’s Romeo+Juliet with original music by Jack Antonoff!

Heartstopper‘s Kit Connor and West Side Story‘s Rachel Zegler will star in the new Broadway production of William Shakespeare’s Romeo + Juliet this fall, directed by Tony Award winner Sam Gold, with music by Grammy Award winner Jack Antonoff and movement by Tony winner Sonya Tayeh.

Prominent Black actors including No Time to Die star Lashana Lynch and Enola Holmes’ Susan Wokoma have signed an open letter decrying the abuse faced by Francesca Amewudah-Rivers after she was cast in a West End theatre production of Romeo & Juliet.

Romeo & Juliet, starring Tom Holland, and were quickly snatched up.It was announced back in February that the Spider-Man star would be taking on the iconic lead male role in a new stage adaptation of the beloved story by William Shakespeare.The production, which is presented by The Jamie Lloyd Company, will run from May 11 to August 3 at the Duke Of York’s Theatre in London.According to Deadline, tickets for the twelve-week run totally sold out in under two hours, and the production will reportedly be transferring to Broadway after its London run finishes.A post shared by Romeo and Juliet (@romeojulietldn)As reported by The Mirror: “Romeo & Juliet will head to Broadway after its London run, with details to be announced in due course. While director Jamie Lloyd has made a name for his minimalist adaptations of classic texts, the headline grabber for what is essentially yet another production of Romeo & Juliet is undoubtedly its leading man.”This follows the announcement of the rest of the cast, which includes newcomer Francesca Amewudah-Rivers as Juliet, and Doctor Who’s Freema Agyeman as Nurse.Following the announcement of the cast, The Jamie Lloyd Company made a statement condemning the “barrage of deplorable racial abuse online directed towards a member of our company.”They continued: “This must stop.

Romeo & Juliet, starring Tom Holland.The production will run at the Duke Of York’s Theatre from May 11 to August 3, and will be directed by Lloyd. Tickets are already sold out.Newcomer Francesca Amewudah-Rivers has been confirmed to play Juliet alongside Holland’s Romeo.Also starring in the highly anticipated production will be Freema Agyeman (Nurse), Michael Balogun (Friar), Tomiwa Edun (Capulet), Mia Jerome (Montague), Daniel Quinn-Toye (Paris), Ray Sesay (Tybalt), Nima Taleghani (Benvolio), Joshua-Alexander Williams (Mercutio) and Callum Heinrich and Kody Mortimer (Camera Operators).Amewudah-Rivers previously appeared in two seasons of the BBC series Bad Education and three short films.

Edward Bond, the Oscar-nominated Blow-Up screenwriter and playwright whose Saved and Early Morning were banned in the UK, fueling a legal review that led to the end of stage censorship in the country, has died, his agency said. He was 89.

Thomas Kingston, the husband of Lady Gabriella Kingston, tragically passed away on Sunday 25th February at the age of 45, it was announced by Buckingham Palace this week.The last photograph of Thomas and his wife Lady Gabriella was taken on Valentine's Day, just over a week before his 'unexpected' passing. In the photo, the couple had beaming bright smiles as they attended an event in London to celebrate the work of William Shakespeare, where they were joined by Queen Camilla and Lord and Lady Frederick Windsor, Lady Gabriella's brother and his wife.

Lady Gabriella Windsor’s late husband Thomas Kingston’s final days before his tragic death have been disclosed.The financier died at the age of 45 on Sunday in Gloucestershire, England. He was found deceased at a home and emergency services were called at around 6:25 p.m. His death is not being ruled as suspicious and an inquest will be made.

Grange Hill actor Stuart Organ has died aged 72, his representative has confirmed.

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K.J. Yossman Peter Straughan, who adapted Hilary Mantel’s prize-winning historical novel “Wolf Hall” for screen has set the story of William Shakespeare’s first folio as his next project.

Fans of BBC soap EastEnders are preparing to say goodbye to a legend. Actress Tameka Empson, who brings Kim Fox to life on screen, is temporarily exiting Albert Square as she embarks on an exciting new adventure. On Monday's edition of The One Show, 22 January, Tameka shared the news of her departure, assuring fans: "Kim's gonna be okay! She's gonna be ok - she's going on a nice cruise with Howie and the children.