25.03.26
Harvey Weedon and Olly Rhodes join the cast of ‘Boys’
The marvellous Harvey Weedon and Olly Rhodes join the cast of Boys as ‘Cam’ and ‘Benny’ respectively.
Boys makes its Manchester Premiere at The Kings Arms from the 21st April – 8th May.
Produced by The Kings and directed by Oli Hurst.
17.03.26
George Webster nominated for ‘Best Newcomer’ at the 2026 Pantomime Awards
The brilliant George Webster has been nominated for ‘Best Newcomer to Pantomime’ in the 2026 Pantomime Awards.
George appeared as ‘Pirate George’ in The All New Adventures of Peter Pan at Royal & Derngate Theatre, Northampton.
Produced by Evolution Productions and directed by Emily Wood.
11.03.26
Allison Saxton is cast in new Channel 4 series ‘A Woman of Substance’
The lovely Allison Saxton will feature in Channel 4’s new drama series A Woman of Substance, playing ‘Mrs. Easton’ in Episode 6!
The show will premiere on Channel 4 tonight on 11th March. All episodes will follow and be available to watch on Channel 4 On Demand.
A brand new adaptation of the classic novel and global bestselling phenomenon by Barbara Taylor Bradford OBE, Emma Harte defies all expectations, fearlessly challenging the roles she’s given, smashing glass ceilings, and never, ever deviating from her masterplan.
09.03.26
Harvey Weedon will feature in BBC’s new series ‘Crookhaven’
We’re very excited to announce that Harvey Weedon will soon be seen in the new BBC/CBBC series Crookhaven as recurring reg ‘Bogdan’.
The series will release on BBC One, CBBC and BBC iPlayer on Sunday 22nd March 2026.
Crookhaven follows Teen thieves who learn to use their skills for good at a secret school run by Caspian Lockett. Young pickpocket Gabriel Avery joins The Crooked Network to fight ‘The Nameless’ and discovers his destiny.
05.03.26
Scarlett Archer joins the cast of HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series
To celebrate World Book Day, we’re very excited to announce that the wonderful Scarlett Archer has joined the Ravenclaw house in HBO’s Harry Potter Series, as ‘Penelope Clearwater’!
This series is still on-going, so more info will follow-up later this year.
01.03.26
Sara Abanur one half of ‘Sisters 360’ double act
The wonderful Sara Abanur joins Sisters 360 as ‘Fatima’.
Sisters 360 will be touring 26 venues across the country from 19th March to 28th June.
Written by award-winning playwright Asif Kahn and co-produced by Turtle Key Arts, Polka Theatre and AIK Production. Directed by Ameera Conrad.
16.02.26
Harvey Weedon joins the cast of ‘Ward 76’
The brilliant Harvey Weedon joins the cast of Ward 76 as ‘Nemo’.
The tour will head to M6 Theatre and The Edge Theatre alongside other regional venues.
Presented by Pai Productions and directed by Nickie Miles-Wildin.
06.02.26
Phil Yarrow joins the cast of ‘Small Island’
The marvellous Phil Yarrow will be joining the cast of Small Island as ‘Mr. Buxton’, Capt Soames and Sgt Thwaites!
Opening at Leeds Playhouse 11th March follow by a run at the Birmingham Rep (1st – 18th April) and Nottingham Playhouse (28th April – 16th May).
A Nottingham Playhouse, Leeds Playhouse and Birmingham Rep production, in association with Actors Touring Company. Directed by Matthew Xia. Adapted by Helen Edmundson. Based on the novel by Andrea Levy.
05.02.26
‘ANIMOL’, with Tareq Al-Jeddal, will premiere at Berlin International Film Festival
We’re thrilled to announce that Tareq Al-Jeddal‘s feature debut, ANIMOL, will be heading to Berlin International Film Festival this year! Tareq stars as ‘Omar’ in Ashley Walter’s new feature.
The festival will be taking place from the 12th to 22nd February 2026 in Berlin, Germany.
ANIMOL is a raw, affecting coming-of-age drama set within a young offenders’ institution. Produced by Joi Productions, in association with Rogue State and SLNda, for Film4, Sky Cinema and the BFI.
05.02.26
Arthur Kay is back in the returning BBC series ‘High Hoops’
We’re heading back to school as the second series of the sitcom High Hoops has been released, starring Arthur Kay as lead ‘Conor O’Neil’, and also featuring Julian Kay later in the series.
All episodes are now available to watch on BBC iPlayer, or catch a weekly release of each episode on CBBC.
The CBBC sitcom follows tall and clumsy Aoife O’Neill, who joins a struggling school basketball team after moving to a new area. Through 3×3 basketball, she finds her place while trying to help transform the team’s fortunes.
03.12.25
Charlie De’Ath to star in Channel 5 series ‘Play for Today – Special Measures’
We’re excited to announce that Charlie De’Ath will be starring as ‘Pete’ in the drama series Play For Today’s upcoming episode Special Measures. This will be showing on Channel 5 at Thursday 11th December, 9pm.
The episode follows when a surprise OFSTED inspection hits an underfunded Liverpool school, newly promoted Laura Abbott must navigate staff burnout, student crises, and personal heartbreak – all in one chaotic day that pushes her to the brink and back.
13.11.25
‘A Christmas Fair’ casts Kelise Gordon-Harrison
We’re delighted to announce that Kelise Gordon-Harrison will be appearing as ‘Lucy’ in A Christmas Fair, running from 17 December 2025 to 2 January 2026 at Chadderton Town Hall, presented by Oldham Coliseum Theatre in association with Not Too Tame and directed by Jimmy Fairhurst.
Set amidst the lively world of a Christmas fairground, the show blends humour, heart and Northern warmth in a story of love, community and festive chaos promising audiences a joyful and uniquely local festive experience.
10.11.25
Charlie Ryan announced in ‘The Memory of Water’
We’re excited to announce that Charlie Ryan will be joining as ‘Understudy (Frank & Mike)’ for The Memory of Water at the Octagon Theatre Bolton from Tuesday 3rd February 2026 to Saturday 21st February 2026 before transferring to the Liverpool everyman from Wednesday 25th February 2026 to Saturday 14th March 2026.
This special 30th-anniversary production of Shelagh Stephenson’s modern classic will explore memory, family and the unexpected truths we live with. Directed by Lotte Wakeham and co-produced by Octagon Theatre Bolton and the Liverpool Everyman.
05.11.25
Sophie Ellicott & Charlie Ryan to appear in ‘Hansel and Gretel’
Sophie Ellicott and Charlie Ryan will be performing in Hansel & Gretel at the Oldham Library Theatre this Christmas, running from 6 December 2025 through holiday season. Sophie and Charlie will bring their energy and experience, ensuring the familiar fairy-tale is re-imagined with fresh charm and warmth.
Presented by Oldham Theatre Workshop in their intimate library theatre space, the production promises inventive storytelling, song, laughter and festive fun for the whole family. With Sophie and Charlie headlining the cast, audiences can expect a vibrant, engaging version of this Grimm classic — a perfect seasonal outing in Oldham.
05.11.25
Join Peter Slater in ‘Believe! The Polar Express Experience’ in Manchester
Peter Slater is currently in rehearsals for Believe! The Polar Express Experience in Manchester, where he takes on the role of the ‘Hobo’. The immersive family experience runs from 14 November 2025 to 31 December 2025, hosted at O2 Victoria Warehouse in Trafford Park.
This multi-room walkthrough brings the magic of the beloved Christmas film to life—guests journey from the Hero Boy’s bedroom to carriages, icy landscapes and ultimately the North Pole, meeting characters like the Conductor, Hero Girl, Santa and the Hobo along the way. With Peter stepping into this memorable character, it promises to be a festive highlight for families this winter.