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Theo Bosanquet

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Arts journalist and theatre critic. News editor @artsprofessional.co.uk

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Arts Professional @artsprofessional.co.uk · 15/07/2026
Lighting designer Paule Constable co-founded Freelancers Make Theatre Work (FMTW) during the pandemic to advocate for her fellow freelancers, who make up more than 70% of the theatre workforce and were “fighting for their existence”.
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Interview: Paule Constable on why the theatre industry is a 'wild west' for freelancers - Arts Professional
Lighting designer Paule Constable co-founded Freelancers Make Theatre Work (FMTW) during the pandemic to advocate for her fellow freelancers, who make up more
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Arts Professional @artsprofessional.co.uk · 02/07/2026
The British Museum is celebrating its “single biggest day of ticket sales” for an exhibition in its history, bringing in more than £2.5 million from those keen to see the Bayeux Tapestry.
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British Museum generates £2.5m from Bayeux Tapestry tickets in one day - Arts Professional
The British Museum is celebrating its "single biggest day of ticket sales" for an exhibition in its history, bringing in more than £2.5 million from those
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southpaw @nycsouthpaw.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
The owner of Amazon killed the Washington Post books section.
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Please send me your funniest show report snippets for inclusion in this year's roundup for The Stage - send to: tbosanquet [at] gmail [dot] com #journorequest
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
So. Much. Fun. www.whatsonstage.com/news/the-pro...
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The Producers West End review – they’ve got it… and they’re flaunting it!
The Menier Chocolate Factory transfer is now playing at the Garrick Theatre
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
My review of The Estate at the NT Dorfman, a highly promising debut from Shaan Sahota www.londontheatre.co.uk/reviews/the-...
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'The Estate' review — this punchy political play confirms Adeel Akhtar as one of our most luminous acting talents | London Theatre
Read our review of Shaan Sahota's comic drama *The Estate*, now in performances at the National Theatre to 23 August. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
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The Stage @thestage.co.uk · 19/06/2025
How NT Connections inspires and supports young talent across the UK? In this week's Long Read, NT Connections leaders and participants reflects on that nationwide youth project as it celebrates its 30th year 👇
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NT Connections at 30: still inspiring young UK talent
As the National Theatre’s annual festival dedicated to work for young people turns 30, The Stage talks to some of those involved, in the past and present
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
"I thought f--k it, this would make a great ballet" - I spoke to Pete Townshend and the team behind Quadrophenia. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/06/07/t...
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The team behind Quadrophenia: A Mod Ballet on bringing The Who’s iconic rock opera to the stage - In-Common - Southampton
Sex, drugs and rock ’n’ roll may not immediately strike you as obvious themes for a ballet.
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The Stage @thestage.co.uk · 29/05/2025
AI: will it be the next big technical revolution in theatre? In this week's Long Read, Theo Bosanquet ask those at the forefront of technical innovation if backstage workers are facing job losses or new opportunities amid technological shifts 👇
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AI: will it be the next big technical revolution in theatre?
We ask those at the forefront of technical innovation if backstage workers are facing job losses or new opportunities amid technological shifts
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Nicolette Jones @nicolettejones.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
For the wonderful Eva Ibbotson's 100 birthday, I talked to her children about her. www.thetimes.com/culture/book...
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The remarkable Eva Ibbotson — remembered by her children
The beloved author of stories for adults and children would have been 100 this year. Nicolette Jones speaks to Ibbotson’s family about her extraordinary life and the writing it inspired
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
Dungeons & Dragons takes centre stage in Jack Bradfield's debut play - my review for @whatsonstage.bsky.social www.whatsonstage.com/news/the-hab...
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The Habits at Hampstead Theatre – review
Jack Bradfield’s debut, Dungeons and Dragons-infused play runs until 5 April
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Enjoyed taking a deep dive (pardon the pun) into the world of theatre on cruise ships, for The Stage www.thestage.co.uk/long-reads/s...
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Sea change: how cruise entertainment is thriving today
Putting a show on at sea bears a lot of similarities to producing on land, but there are big differences to consider off stage, from audience dynamics to living in the place where you work. And with t...
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
My review of The Score starring Brian Cox as Bach (who he first played over 40 years ago) www.londontheatre.co.uk/reviews/the-...
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'The Score' review — Brian Cox gives an impassioned, emotionally wrought portrayal of fading genius | London Theatre
Read our review of *The Score*, starring Brian Cox as composer Johann Sebastian Bach, now in performances at the Theatre Royal Haymarket to 26 April. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
The Last Laugh won't win any prizes for innovation, but it's great fun and boasts three stellar performances. www.whatsonstage.com/news/the-las...
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The Last Laugh in the West End and on tour – review
Paul Hendy’s comedy, re-imagining the lives of Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse, runs at the Noël Coward Theatre until 22 March ahead of a UK tour
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
Chekhov by candlelight is, unsurprisingly, well worth experiencing. www.whatsonstage.com/news/three-s...
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Three Sisters at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse at Shakespeare’s Globe – review
Caroline Steinbeis’ production marks the first-ever Chekhov staging at the venue
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Back in 2017 I had the pleasure to interview her (for the Curtain Call podcast), which you can listen to here: broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/podcasts/cur...
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Broadway Podcast Network - 066 - Paule Constable
We were fortunate enough to find time with multi award-winning lighting designer Paule Constable, an associate of the National Theatre where her many credits include Follies, Angels in America, The Cu...
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Paule is a true 🐐 of UK theatre. She's been so good, for so long, and richly deserves a rest.
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 08/02/2025
Been playing EdFringe catch up this week by seeing a couple of award-winners from last year - Amy Gledhill (@sohotheatre.bsky.social) and My Mother's Funeral (@theyardtheatre.bsky.social). Both excellent and highly recommended; also a welcome last chance to see The Yard before its redevelopment.
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
You can cancel it
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
There's fresh news of a likely dgw25 for Liv, which might make the ass manager chip the smart play..
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
Enjoyed speaking to Paul about his ambitious plans - and how he came to produce Gary Oldman's first stage performance in four decades.
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
Yeah - not really a centralised movement, though you could point to a few key productions/perfomances. Think part of the prob is dearth of critical/academic voices identifying key trends - kitchen sink, in-yer-face etc all had their advocates. Cuts to universities and journalism partly to blame.
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
I think gender-blind casting (particularly in classic revivals) may one day be seen as a major movement/shift that happened largely in the last decade. But perhaps it's been so gradual it doesn't feel revolutionary.
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
Hello! I'm writing a long read on cruise ship theatre productions - if you're an actor, backstage worker, or have been involved in any other way with one of these, please get in touch. tbosanquet[at]gmail #journorequest
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
Cirque du Soleil's Corteo - visually arresting but ethically troubling www.whatsonstage.com/news/cirque-...
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Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo at the Royal Albert Hall – review
The circus spectacular runs until 2 March
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 24/12/2024
One more Christmas special to add to the pile... podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/c...
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Chorister, Angel, Resolution (Christmas Special)
Podcast Episode · Two Across · 20/12/2024 · 1h 9m
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
My first panto of the season and not a bad way to begin www.whatsonstage.com/news/dick-wh...
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Dick Whittington and His Cat pantomime at Hackney Empire – review
The production, directed by and starring Clive Rowe, marks the venue’s 25th annual panto
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
My review of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical www.whatsonstage.com/news/the-lig...
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The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical review – striking and scrambled
The London premiere, based on the best-selling book by Rick Riordan, is now open at the Other Palace
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
It's a rare quality - though he has form.. (without singling out projects 👀)
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
My feelings as well
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Theo Bosanquet @theobosanquet.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
Himesh Patel on Playing the Truth + Why Hollywood Is Missing the Mark (for Backstage) www.backstage.com/magazine/art...
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Himesh Patel on Playing the Truth + Why Hollywood Is Missing the Mark
The star of Yesterday and The Franchise discusses the importance of comedy and what the industry needs to change.
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