NEWS
Congratulations to Adrian Hodges
whose film MY WEEK WITH MARILYN has been nominated for two Academy Awards, a BAFTA Award for Outstanding British Film, and picked up a Golden Globe earlier this month for Michelle Williams’ portrayal of the eponymous star.
Beau Willimon's THE IDES OF MARCH
has received an Academy Award nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay, and two BAFTA Award nominations for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor.
Heidi Thomas's CALL THE MIDWIFE
has been commissioned for a second series after only two episodes!
UPSTAIRS DOWNSTAIRS – returns February, BBC1
UPSTAIRS DOWNSTAIRS is back for its 6 episode second series, in a highly anticipated return to 165 Eaton Place. Written, Created and Executive Produced by Heidi Thomas; starring Jean Marsh, Keeley Hawes and Ed Stoppard
ETERNAL LAW: ITV 1, 9pm - Episode 5, Thursday 2nd February & Episode 6, Thursday 9th February.
Created and written by Ashley Pharoah and Matthew Graham (Life on Mars, Ashes to Ashes). Witty, warm and life-affirming, Eternal Law is a highly original contemporary series with a unique blend of real life grittiness, vibrancy and the magical! Set in the beautiful city of York, Eternal Law focuses on the two central characters, Zak and Tom, who are lawyers with a twist – they are angels placed on earth to do good. Samuel West and Tobias Menzies star
CALL THE MIDWIFE – continues Sundays 8pm BBC1
Created, Written, and Executive Produced by Heidi Thomas with an episode by Esther Wilson, CALL THE MIDWIFE is a moving and intimate insight into the colourful world of midwifery and family life in 1950’s East London from the best-selling memoirs of the late Jennifer Worth. Produced by Hugh Warren, and Executive Produced by Pippa Harris and Christopher Aird for Neal Street Productions and BBC respectively.Starring Jessica Raines, Jenny Agutter, Pam Ferris and Miranda Hart
THE RECRUITING OFFICER: Donmar Warehouse, 9th February to 14th April
George Farquhar’s classic stageplay is Josie Rourke’s first production as Artistic Director of the Donmar Warehouse. The production stars Mackenzie Crook, Mark Gatiss and Rachael Stirling with music composed by Michael Bruce
65 MILES: Hull Truck Theatre, 1st February to 16th February
Hull Truck Theatre and Paines Plough present the world premiere of Matt Hartley's electrifying and moving drama about families and the ties that bind. Picture (c) Graham Michael
SHE STOOPS TO CONQUER: Olivier Theatre, National Theatre – previews from 24th January
Jamie Lloyd directs a new production of Oliver Goldsmith’s restoration comedy. Starring Katherine Kelly, Steve Pemberton and Sophie Thompson, with sound and music by Ben and Max Ringham.
MOGADISHU – UK Tour starts 30th January, Liverpool Playhouse
Following its world premiere at the Royal Exchange Theatre and Lyric Hammersmith last year, the award-winning play by Vivienne Franzmann embarks on a national tour. Cast photo from original production by Jonathan Keenan.
SWALLOWS AND AMAZONS: UK tour – dates throughout 2012
Helen Edmundson’s family musical, based on the classic children’s book by Arthur Ransome. The Bristol Old Vic production continues its UK tour through 2012. Photo: Simon Annand.
MATILDA – The Musical: Cambridge Theatre, London - continues
Following a sensational sell-out season at The Courtyard Theatre, the RSC's award winning production of ‘Matilda’ transfers to London's West End. Roald Dahl's much-loved story bursts into life on stage in this brand new version by Dennis Kelly and Tim Minchin. The production is directed by Matthew Warchus, associate director, Lotte Wakeham and sound design is by Simon Baker
NOISES OFF: The Old Vic – continues
Lindsay Posner directs a new production of Michael Frayn's irresistible, multi-award-winning backstage comedy Noises Off. Hailed as one of the greatest British comedies ever written, it follows the backstage antics of a touring theatre company as they stumble their way through rehearsals to a shambolic first night and a final disastrous performance. Music by Michael Bruce. Starring Janie Dee, Robert Glenister & Celia Imrie. Photo: Jay Brooks
THE LADYKILLERS: Gielgud Theatre, continues - 7.45pm
Sean Foley directs an all-star cast of Peter Capaldi, James Fleet, Ben Miller, Clive Rowe, Stephen Wight and Marcia Warren; with sound & composition by Ben and Max Ringham. Photo: Manuel Harlan