Home - Playbook Media Who We Are What We Do Our Brands Our Values Careers Hello. We are Playbook Media. We connect, empower and uplift the communities at the heart of theatre and publishing. Who we are Playbook Media brings together two of the most respected publications in their industries: The Stage and The Bookseller. We are the trusted, independent voice serving the theatre industry and the book trade. Playbook Media exists to connect, empower and uplift the communities at the heart of theatre and publishing. We bring their voices together through trusted journalism, services and experiences. Across more than 300 years of combined history, The Stage and The Bookseller have earned authority through deep sector knowledge, editorial integrity and long-term trust. Playbook Media brings those strengths together under one company identity. Stanley Tucci at The British Book Awards 2025 What we do We connect, empower and uplift the communities at the heart of the theatre industry and the book trade, uniting their many voices through trusted, independent insight, services and experiences. Our role is not only to inform, but to inspire, challenge and connect — helping our industries to thrive. Our brands Playbook Media is the company behind two of the UK’s longest-standing and most respected arts publications: The Bookseller and The Stage. Across print, digital, social media, events and awards, the platforms serve the theatre and book publishing industries. Our role is not only to inform, but to inspire, challenge and connect — helping our industries to thrive. At the heart of the book trade since 1858. “The Bookseller's strapline says it all. It really is at the heart of publishing.” Jacqueline Wilson Founded in 1858, The Bookseller is a source of trusted journalism, insight, information and industry connection for the book trade and publishing. Find out More At the heart of theatre since 1880. “The Stage would not be the stage without The Stage” Laurence Olivier Recently relaunched as a glossy monthly magazine, The Stage offers trusted journalism, insight, jobs and industry connection for theatre and the performing arts. Find out More The British Book Awards Celebrating books and the people who make them, the UK's definitive book awards event. Find Out More The Stage Awards The Stage Awards are the biggest celebration of theatre and theatremakers across the UK. Find Out More The British Audio Awards The Speakies are dedicated to celebrating excellence in audiobooks, audio drama and podcasts. Find Out More The Stage Debut Awards Dedicated to recognising emerging performers, designers, directors, and more across the industry. Find Out More The Children's Conference Bringing together the brightest minds from across and outside of the children’s publishing industry. Find Out More Future of Theatre Discover how we can build a creative, resilient, and innovative future for the theatre sector. Find Out More FutureBook One day. One audience. One mission: to unfollow follower mentality and take the lead on the future of books. Find Out More M&P Conference The annual event to get inspired, upskill, and connect with peers across the industry. Find Out More The YA Book Prize Celebrating great fiction for teenagers and young adults, shining a light on original voices Find Out More Our Events 11th May 2026 The British Book Awards Celebrating books and the people who make them, the UK’s definitive book awards event. Find out More 12th January 2026 The Stage Awards The Stage Awards are the biggest celebration of theatre and theatremakers across the UK. Find out More 23rd November 2026 The British Audio Awards The Speakies are dedicated to celebrating excellence in audiobooks, audio drama and podcasts. Find out More 27th September 2026 The Stage Debut Awards Dedicated to recognising emerging performers, designers, directors, and more across the industry. Find out More 29th September 2025 The Children's Conference Bringing together the brightest minds from across and outside of the children’s publishing industry. Find out More 28th April 2026 Future of Theatre Discover how we can build a creative, resilient, and innovative future for the theatre sector. Find out More Our values Our work is guided by four core values: excellence, passion, independence and stewardship. Value 1. Excellence Champion excellence in theatre and publishing by setting the benchmark for quality journalism. Value 2 Passion Foster passion for the industries we serve, driving innovation and meaningful impact. Value 3 Independence Provide an independent voice, ensuring that all industry perspectives are fairly represented. Value 4 Stewardship Steward the future of theatre and publishing by advocating for their long-term sustainability. Find out More Work with us We are building a values-led company around trusted brands, strong journalism and long-term industry impact. To see current opportunities, visit our careers page. Find out More 47 Bermondsey St London SE1 3XT United Kingdom © Playbook Media Trading Company Ltd. 2026 Terms & ConditionsPrivacy Policy Titles The StageThe Bookseller Events The British Book AwardsThe Stage AwardsThe British Audio AwardsThe Stage Debut AwardsFuture of TheatreChildren's ConferenceM&P ConferenceFutureBook Connect with us