Hawkes, Dillon and Jackson Head Cast of West End Manilow Musical
by Robert Gould
- Jul 31, 2008
The magic of Manilow is about to hit the stage across the UK with Bill Kenwright's production of the new musical Can't Smile Without You. Joining pop/rock singer-songwriter Chesney Hawkes in the show's leading roles will be BBC's How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria finalist Siobhan Dillon and I'd Do Anything contestant Francesca Jackson.
'Carousel' to Play Savoy Theatre
by BWW News Desk
- Jul 9, 2008
The upcoming revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Carousel, starring Lesley Garrett, will transfer to the West End at the conclusion of its fall tour. It will play the Savoy Theatre and open on 2 December 2008 (previews from 22 November).
'Our House' Tour Begins May 29 with Steve Brookstein
by BWW News Desk
- Feb 18, 2008
The first UK tour of the Olivier award-winning Our House will open at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre for four weeks on Tuesday 3 June, following previews from 29 May. The production will run there until 21 June. The West End production of Our House, which opened in autumn 2002, received rave reviews and public acclaim, winning the 2003 Olivier Award for 'Best New Musical'. Steve Brookstein will star as 'Dad'. Further casting will be announced shortly.
