The Bush Theatre has announced further productions for its 2026 season with a final lineup curated by outgoing Artistic Director Lynette Linton. The new programme reaffirms the venue’s place as one of the leading champions of contemporary theatre, new writing, and creative collaboration in London’s vibrant performing arts scene.
The Holloway Theatre will host two major new productions. First up is Sweetmeats, an intimate love story between two South Asian elders, written by Karim Khan and directed by Natasha Kathi-Chandra as part of her inaugural season with Tara Theatre. With nearly five decades of groundbreaking work behind them, Tara Theatre brings a deeply human perspective to this tender and politically resonant piece.
Next, Heart Wall, a co-commission with Oldham Coliseum, will take audiences on a bittersweet journey through memory, grief, and resilience. Written by Bush Writers’ Group alumnus Kit Withington and directed by Associate Director Katie Greenall, it explores how love and loss continue to echo through our lives long after goodbyes are said.
In the Studio — the Bush Theatre’s innovative space for emerging voices — audiences can look forward to Maggots by Tony Craze Award-winner Farah Najib, produced by Jessie Anand Productions. The play delves into the meaning of connection and the human need to belong. Also featured is I’m Not Being Funny by Piers Black, a heartfelt exploration of endings, hope, and laughter, directed by Bryony Shanahan and produced by Prentice Productions.
Incoming Artistic Director Taio Lawson shared his excitement for the upcoming work:
"It is an honour to oversee the rest of Lynette’s programming. It feels more important than ever that the Bush continues its proud tradition of finding, developing, and platforming writers and practitioners who strive to create resonant and affecting experiences for our audiences. I’m excited that we’re partnering with some fantastic companies and producers to introduce theatregoers to stories they will be thinking about, long after the performance ends."
With partnerships spanning established companies and rising creatives, Bush Theatre’s 2026 season promises to capture the pulse of modern British theatre.
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