Michael Sheen Launches New Welsh National Theatre

The actor and director aims to revive Wales's theatrical landscape with bold productions spotlighting Welsh stories and talent.

Michael Sheen has announced the creation of the Welsh National Theatre, a new company to replace the recently closed National Theatre Wales.
The new theatre will focus on showcasing Welsh stories and talent, with its first production planned for 2026 at Cardiff's Millennium Centre.
Sheen is self-financing the initiative initially, aiming to build a sustainable model while seeking additional public and private funding.
The theatre will prioritize ambitious, large-scale productions that explore Wales's history, culture, and identity on both local and global stages.
Sheen, who will serve as artistic director, promises to involve Welsh writers, actors, and collaborators to create a new canon of Welsh plays.