Tag Archives: helen mirren

Starry alumni, sharp satire and hope for the future in National Youth Theatre’s 60th celebrations

Posted on September 19, 2016 by mkmswain

Sixty years young, last night the National Youth Theatre celebrated its storied past, buoyant present and – with a heartfelt plea for more financial support – essential future in a star-studded diamond gala at Shaftesbury Theatre. Those NYT participants who … Continue reading →

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RSC collaborates on Shakespeare In Art exhibition at Compton Verney

Posted on February 11, 2016 by mkmswain

As part of the Bard’s 400th anniversary celebrations, the gallery at Compton Verney in Warwickshire – which is just nine miles away from Shakespeare’s birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon – has joined forces with the RSC to create a new exhibition. SHAKESPEARE IN … Continue reading →

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The Audience, Apollo Theatre

Posted on May 6, 2015 by mkmswain

As The Queen gains an audience with the latest royal addition, her theatrical alter ego returns to the West End, with Kristin Scott Thomas inheriting Tony-nominated Helen Mirren’s role in Peter Morgan’s updated revival. Callaghan is out; au courant gags … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: helen mirren

Starry alumni, sharp satire and hope for the future in National Youth Theatre’s 60th celebrations

RSC collaborates on Shakespeare In Art exhibition at Compton Verney

The Audience, Apollo Theatre

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