Much Ado About Nothing Starring Tom Hiddleston & Hayley Atwell Review Round Up
It’s official: London’s theatre critics are buzzing with excitement over Jamie Lloyd’s much-anticipated revival of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. The production, directed by Olivier Award-winner Jamie Lloyd (known for Sunset Boulevard and Romeo & Juliet), is already garnering rave reviews from The Guardian, The Times, and other leading publications, with more critical acclaim expected as the run continues.
Starring Marvel’s Tom Hiddleston as Benedick and Hayley Atwell as Beatrice, this production brings a fresh and modern twist to Shakespeare’s comedy of mistaken identities. The chemistry between Hiddleston and Atwell, known for their dynamic screen presence, is proving to be one of the show’s standout features, as they portray the sparring lovers with wit, charm, and palpable tension.
Critic Reviews for Much Ado About Nothing
The Telegraph ★★★★★
TimeOut ★★★★★
WhatsOnStage ★★★★★
The Financial Times ★★★★★
The Stage ★★★★★
The Independent ★★★★
The Guardian ★★★★
Hayley Atwell and Tom Hiddleston in Much Ado About Nothing - photography by Marc Benner
Star Cast
Starring Marvel’s Tom Hiddleston as Benedick and Hayley Atwell as Beatrice, this production brings a fresh and modern twist to Shakespeare’s comedy of mistaken identities. The chemistry between Hiddleston and Atwell, known for their dynamic screen presence, is proving to be one of the show’s standout features, as they portray the sparring lovers with wit, charm, and palpable tension.
The ensemble is further bolstered by:
Mara Huf as Hero
Forbes Masson as Leonato
Phillip Olagoke as Friar Francis
Mason Alexander Park as Margaret
James Phoon as Claudio
Tim Steed as Don John
Mika Onyx Johnson as Borachio
Gerald Kyd as Don Pedro
Much Ado About Nothing is playing at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane until 5 April 2025. With its exceptional cast, groundbreaking direction, and rave critical reception, this production is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about events of the season.
