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Birmingham, UK
Joined September 2009
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Nominations are now open for the 27th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards, and we'd be absolutely delighted if you'd consider voting for our productions! Did you know that: 🔍 Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas 🎸 The Battle 🧚 A Midsummer Night's Dream 💈Sweeney Todd Demon Barber of Fleet Street 🐕 The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time ☃️ and, The Snowman™ are all eligible for nomination - so if you loved these shows as much as we did, make sure to vote here 👇 ✅ bit.ly/4iZwCsg Thank you for your continued support!
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Swipe to see a glimpse of the magic! 🧚‍♂️✨ Take a look inside the rehearsal room of Peter Pan as our cast prepares to whisk you away to Neverland this festive season! With a sprinkling of Rep magic and the happiest of thoughts... are you ready to take flight with us this Christmas? 🏴‍☠️ 📸 Iverson Yabut (Peter Pan), James Ifan (Tootles) and Amber Sylvia Edwards (Wendy) in rehearsals for Peter Pan 📸 Emmy Stonelake (Tinker Bell) in rehearsals for Peter Pan 📸 Lara Lewis (Nibs) in rehearsals for Peter Pan 📸 Hannah McPake (Hook) in rehearsals for Peter Pan 📸 The company in rehearsals for Peter Pan Photography by © Manuel Harlan 📅 Thu 19 Nov 2026 – Sun 17 Jan 2027 🎟️ bit.ly/3JV2KyN
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The Christmas Market is officially open in Birmingham, so I guess the Festive period is officially upon us! 🎄 Take a first look at our magical Christmas production of Peter Pan 🧚‍♂🏴‍☠️ Watch our cast bring their own dash of fairy dust in this brand-new rehearsal room trailer. Keep an eye out for more behind-the-scenes glimpses as we prepare for this unforgettable trip to Neverland! 📅 Thu 19 Nov 2026 – Sun 17 Jan 2027 🎥 Elliot Howarth 🎟️ bit.ly/3JV2KyN
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⚠️ Only a few tickets left! ⚠️ SMASHBengali is back for at The Rep with another comedy special, and this time he's bringing the brilliant Mohaimen Quaunine and Saleha Masud along for the ride! Following last year's sold-out show, this unforgettable night promises more roast battles, more incredible stand-up, and even more gut-busting stories that'll have you laughing from start to finish. 😂 Only a few tickets remain, so grab yours now to avoid disappointment! 📅 Sat 21 Nov, 7.30pm 🎟️ bit.ly/4izhh0f
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📣 BEDLAM 2026 opens today at the Midlands Arts Centre - MAC This year's programme centres on the theme of Artist Wellbeing, creating a space for dialogue, learning and collaboration. Which is why we're so honoured to be part of the Opening Night where Rob Beck and Dr Anthony Gifford, the team between The Rep’s LGBTQTeeHee!, a ground-breaking project exploring comedy, connection and wellbeing within the LGBTQ+ community, will deliver a keynote speech. Then on Sat 7 Nov, The Rep presents a facilitated discussion and workshop, exploring how theatre can support the wellbeing of refugees and people seeking sanctuary - drawing from our Theatre of Sanctuary work and wider UK practice. Scroll through to explore the full programme, offering training, workshops, facilitated discussions and performances. 📆 Fri 6 & Sat 7 Nov 2026 🎟️ Most events FREE or Pay What You Can 🔗 macbirmingham.co.uk/bedlam-f…
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One brave little duckling is about to embark on their biggest adventure yet... 🦆 Meet the cast of The Ugly Duckling, our festive production for 3-6 year olds! Joining us in The Door are: ✨ Elliot Rosa-Craig ✨ Reisz 'Odd Priest' Amos ✨ Maya Thompson as The Ugly Duckling ✨ Alfred Bartlett When the name-calling reaches the final straw, The Ugly Duckling marches out into the big wide world to discover if the grass really is greener on the other side. Battling through the seasons, our determined hero learns that being different is something to celebrate! Adapted by Katherine Chandler and directed by Rep Associate Artist Caroline Wilkes, this is the perfect introduction to theatre for younger audiences. Plus, free pre-show workshops will take place on selected dates - using props, music and themes from the story to bring the magic to life before the curtain rises! 📅 Thu 3 Dec – Sun 10 Jan 🎟️ bit.ly/4xwI5V3
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Didn't get to see Golden Boy live at Almeida Theatre? Don’t fret! 🎻 You can book your tickets now to catch Josh O'Connor's knockout performance in the searing revival of Golden Boy on the big screen right here at The Rep. 🥊 Joe Bonaparte has a future in music... until fame and fortune lure him into the brutal world of professional boxing. In 1930s New York, at the height of the Depression, he must confront who he's willing to become and how to find his place in a world that demands he choose a side. 📅 Sat 16 Jan, 1pm & 6pm 🎟️ bit.ly/3UBQ4Ce Please note this is a screening of the recording of the live production.
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Don’t miss the opening event for BEDLAM 2026 - this Friday from 5pm! Join us for a busy evening of talks, discussion and networking, for 2026 exploring the theme of artist wellbeing. BEDLAM 2026 Opening Event Schedule: ▫ 5pm - Welcome from BEDLAM Partners ▫ 5.15pm - Keynote Speech: Trauma, Care & Boundaries with Rob Beck & Dr Anthony Gifford from The Rep's LGBTQTeeHee! ▫ 5.45 - Panel Discussion: Artist Wellbeing in Practice, with Dr Mahnaz Hashmi, Alex Robinson, Soweto Kinch & The Rep's own Creative Learning & Talent Development Director Rachel Sharpe BEDLAM 2026 Symposium Opening: Artist Wellbeing in Practice 📅 Fri 6 Nov, 5pm at Midlands Arts Centre 🎟️ Tickets free, or pay what you can 🔗 macbirmingham.co.uk/bedlam-f…
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Our Young Rep Seniors and The Company members will be taking over The Door this November to perform pieces of work they have written or chosen for themselves. 📝 From monologues and short scenes to their own original spoken word pieces, this will be an evening of celebrating the very best of local talent! 📆 Thu 26 Nov, 7.30pm 🎟️ bit.ly/3V6qCF7 📸 Geraint Lewis
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What a night! 🎉 On Friday we had the honour of attending the @asianmediaaward after two of our co-productions: A Thousand Splendid Suns and Planet Omar, were nominated for Best Stage Production. We were absolutely thrilled to have two of our productions recognised, and wish to congratulate all who were nominated and all the brilliant winners. We're especially proud of the teams at Kali Theatre and @sohotheatre, who The Rep have been lucky enough to work with previously, on their win with ‘Period Parrrty’ as this year's Best Stage Production. 🏆
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And just like that, our magical journey comes to an end... ❄️☃️ Today marks the final performances of The Snowman™ at Birmingham Rep, and what an incredible adventure it's been! ✨ Thank you to our phenomenal cast and creative team who brought this world premiere production to life with such heart and artistry. And to everyone who joined us on this journey – we hope you've made memories that will last a lifetime! But the magic doesn't end here... The Snowman™ is packing his bags and heading to the Peacock Theatre, London for the festive season! We're wishing the entire company the very best as they continue to share this enchanting tale with audiences from Sat 21 Nov 2026 - Sun 3 Jan 2027. 🎄 Break a leg! CAST Teague Applegate, Andrew Ashton, Serafina Sofia Barbieri, Ross Black, Tasha Chu, Eleanor Copping, Kynda Ng, Alice O'Brien, Andrii Osadchyi, Suzy Osadchyi, Ben Randall and Aaron Smyth. With Felix, Jake, Tristan and Tate sharing the role of The Boy. CREATIVES Based on the Book by: Raymond Briggs Music and Libretto: Howard Blake Director and Choreographer: Will Tuckett Production Design: Anna Fleischle Snowman designed by: Tahra Zafar Video Design: Nina Dunn for PixelLux Lighting Design: Matt Daw Sound Design: Kelsh Buckman-Drage Illusions: Chris Fisher Puppet Design: Daisy Beattie Flying Directors Adam Bailey and Floyd Hughes for Flying by Foy Casting Director: Amy Beadel CDG For Grindrod Burton Casting Musical Director: Andy Massey Associate Puppetry Director: Emma Brunton Associate Production Designer: Kezi Ferguson Assistant Director and Choreographer: Paul James Rooney 🎥 No Class Creations The stage show based upon the book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson and produced by John Coates By Arrangement with Snowman Enterprises Limited and Chester Music Limited © Snowman Enterprises Limited 2026 THE SNOWMAN™ Snowman Enterprises Limited
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Two incredible shows wrap up their runs at The Rep today... 🕯️ In The Studio, The Turn of The Screw ends its Halloween run here at The Rep before heading out on tour across the UK... next stop: Perth Theatre & Concert Hall 🔗 bit.ly/4wOdlhQ 🏭 And in The Door, Actors Touring Company and Bush Theatre's DARKLING closes this evening before heading to Oxford and Manchester where this damning ecological epic will end their tour. 🔗 bit.ly/4fGzwR7 For both shows there are still TWO FINAL PERFORMANCES, so be sure to catch them while you still can! 🎟️
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Five stars. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five performances left. The Snowman™ has been receiving rave reviews, and now there are only FIVE shows remaining before this world premiere production flies off to the West End! 📅 Must End Sun 1 Nov 🎟️ bit.ly/4uAl8zw This weekend is your last chance to see it here at The Rep before it heads to the Peacock Theatre - Don't let this magical adventure melt away! ☃️ Photography by © Johan Persson Production Design: Anna Fleischle
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Last night's press night for The Snowman™ was absolutely magical, and the critics agree! ☃️✨ Our world premiere production has been met with enough wonderful acclaim to make us all feel like we're Walking On Air... Experience the magic for yourself - but hurry, The Snowman™ will only be here for a strictly limited time! 📅 Must end Sun 1 Nov 🎟️ bit.ly/4uAl8zw Photography by © Johan Persson Production Design: Anna Fleischle
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The Snowman at Birmingham Rep – new stage adaptation review whatsonstage.com/news/the-sn…
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Join us in our mission to make The Rep accessible to all! Save the date for our next Access Forum happening on Wed 4 Nov at 5pm. This is your chance to voice your queries, share your thoughts and learn more about our upcoming access performances and events dedicated to bringing the magic of theatre to everyone. Let's do this together. More info here: bit.ly/3HtWKrI
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We are saddened to hear of the death of esteemed Theatre Designer, Pamela Howard. Pamela began her career at Birmingham Rep in the theatre’s paint shop, later designing numerous shows for The Rep including As You Like It (1967), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (1970), and Blues, Whites and Reds (1974). One of the country’s most prolific and influential theatre designers of her age, her seven decade catalogue of work includes designs for the RSC and the National Theatre. Photos from Birmingham Rep’s 1967 production of As You Like It - taken by Houston Rogers, and a costume design from the 1970 production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
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It's press night for The Snowman™! ❄️☃️ Break a leg to our wonderful cast and creative team as they share this brand-new world premiere production with the world tonight! And with it being World Ballet Day, it feels especially fitting to celebrate a show that uses movement and choreography to bring Raymond Briggs’ cherished book to life without using any spoken word. Here's to a night of enchantment, friendship and discovering winter magic with family and friends, as you’ve never seen it before! ✨ 📸 The Company of The Snowman™ 📸 Alice O'Brien (Frosti) and Kynda Ng (Skadi) 📸 Teague Applegate (Father Christmas) 📸 Tate (The Boy) and Aaron Smyth (The Snowman) 🗓️ Must End Sun 1 Nov 📸 Johan Persson Photography by © Johan Persson Production Design: Anna Fleischle
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🎭NEW REVIEW🎭 - Read our review of The Void at @BirminghamRep here: curtaincallreviews.co.uk/the…
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