David Mamet

PREVIEW: 9 reasons why we can’t wait for June 2026 starring Pride

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  1. Pride at the National Theatre

Writer and director Stephen Beresford and Matthew Warchus (Oedipus, Old Vic) return from the 2014 film for the musical of a group of gay men and lesbians supporting the striking miners in the 80s. Stars Samuel Barnett (Feeling Afraid As If Something Terrible Is About To Happen, Bush Theatre) at the National’s Dorfman Theatre 11 June through 12 September 2026. Original music by DJ Walde (SYLVIA, Old Vic). Tickets

  • Read on for reasons ioncluding Russell Tovey in Guilty, Midsummer Night’s Dream and Glengarry Glen Ross
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THEATRE REVIEW: Glengarry Glen Ross starring Christian Slater

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WORTH A LOOK?: (not enough seen to rate)

WHERE: Playhouse Theatre

WHEN: 28/10, press night 9/11, runs to 3/2/18

We’re at the fourth preview of this David Mamet classic when, 10 minutes in, actor Robert Glenister (pictured above) collapses clutching his chest saying: ‘Oh God!’ and the curtain comes down early.

  • Read on for reasons including what happened next

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