The Guardian names the best theatre, comedy and dance of 2025

The Guardian names the best theatre, comedy and dance of 2025

The Guardian’s critics have revealed their picks for the standout stage shows of the year – and we’re delighted to see so many productions featuring United Agents clients recognised.

Theatre highlights include:

• The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry – Adaptation co-created by Peter Darling, choreography by Tom Jackson Greaves, Associate Director Jamie Manton . ast includes Jenna Russell.
• Measure for Measure – Directed by Emily Burns, whose modern-dress RSC production reframed the play as an intense drama about sexual coercion and hypocrisy.
• 1536 – Sound design by Tingying Dong and lighting by Jack Knowles.
• Animal Farm (Stratford East) – Cast includes Tachia Newall, lighting design by Jai Morjaria.
• Much Ado About Nothing – Associate Director and Text Editor Jonathan Glew, cast includes James Phoon, casting by Stuart Burt CDG CSA.
• Return to Palestine – Performed by Alaa Shehadeh.
• Stereophonic – Cast includes Lucy Karczewski, Associate Director Emma Baggott.

Comedy highlights:

• John Tothill: This Must Be Heaven – A breakthrough year for John Tothill with his third show earning critical acclaim.
• Nick Mohammed Is Mr Swallow: Show Pony – A career-best set from Nick Mohammed, blending his beloved alter ego with sharp, self-aware humour.

Read the full article on The Guardian