Rose Theatre

Rose Theatre is one of the largest producing theatres in London and has established itself since its 2008 opening as one of the most exciting theatres in the UK. Previous Rose Original productions include: Jeff James and James Yeatman’s hit adaptation of Jane Austen’s Persuasion, directed by Jeff James featuring an explosive foam party and a soundtrack of Frank Ocean, Dua Lipa and Cardi B; A Christmas Carol in a new version by Morgan Lloyd Malcolm, with music by Eamonn O’Dywer, directed by Rosie Jones; The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde, directed by RTST Award winner Denzel Westley-Sanderson; The Caucasian Chalk Circle by Bertolt Brecht, in a new version by Steve Waters with music by Michael Henry, directed by Christopher Haydon (nominated for Best Revival at the WhatsOnStage Awards); Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, adapted by Rona Munro, which transferred to the West End in July 2019 following a successful UK tour; and the world premiere stage adaptation of Elena Ferrante’s Neapolitan Novels, My Brilliant Friend, adapted by April De Angelis, which transferred to the National Theatre in November 2019. The Rose is home to one of the largest youth theatres in the country, offering over 1,200 participants training, careers advice and the opportunity to take part in productions alongside professionals. As a registered charity, the Rose is dependent on support from its stakeholders, individuals, charitable funders and corporate sponsors.