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Review Roundup: KERRY JACKSON Opens at the National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2022


Read the reviews for Kerry Jackson, which is now playing at the National Theatre.

Callum Scott Howells and Janet McTeer to Star in Upcoming National Theatre Productions
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 4, 2022


The National Theatre has announced upcoming programming, starring Callum Scott Howells, Janet McTeer and Fay Ripley, including three new productions, Shakespeare In Schools and a US tour.

HBO Renews HOUSE OF THE DRAGON For A Second Season
by Michael Major - Aug 26, 2022


HOUSE OF THE DRAGON debuted Sunday, August 21, to the largest audience for any new original series in HBO history. The first episode has now been seen by over 20 million viewers across linear, On Demand and HBO Max platforms in the U.S., based on a combination of Nielsen data and first party data.

New Music From HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Out Today
by Michael Major - Aug 19, 2022


The reign of House Targaryen begins. House of the Dragon, the prequel to Game of Thrones, is coming to HBO and HBO Max on August 21. Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, which is set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, tells the story of House Targaryen.

VIDEO: HBO Releases HOUSE OF THE DRAGON 'Fire Will Reign' Promo
by Michael Major - Aug 18, 2022


The cast includes Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans. Additional cast includes Milly Alcock, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Emily Carey, Harry Collett, Ryan Corr, Tom Glynn-Carney, Jefferson Hall, and more. Watch the new promotional video now!

HBO Max Begins Global Rollout of HOUSE OF DRAGON Augmented Reality App
by Michael Major - Jul 25, 2022


With the app, fans around the world will be able to “hatch” and raise their own virtual dragons at home. Each dragon will be unique to its user, and as it grows it will develop its own  look and temperament driven by its keeper’s interactions with it, all based on the lore from George R.R. Martin’s world. Watch a preview of the app now!

VIDEO: HBO Releases HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Trailer
by Michael Major - Jul 20, 2022


Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” tells the story of House Targaryen. The series stars Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans. Watch the new trailer now!

Photo: HBO Releases HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Official Key Art
by Michael Major - Jun 22, 2022


Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” tells the story of House Targaryen. The series stars Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans.

VIDEO: HBO Releases HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Teaser Trailer
by Michael Major - May 5, 2022


Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” tells the story of House Targaryen. The series stars Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans.

HBO Announces GAME OF THRONES Prequel Series HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Premiere Date
by Michael Major - Mar 30, 2022


Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” tells the story of House Targaryen. The cast includes Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans.

WATCH: Melanie La Barrie, Gavin Spokes & More Featured in LIGHTS OUT: HOW THE WEST END WENT DARK Documentary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2021


Mikey Worrall has created documentary about the West End shutdown in 2020, as told by actors from six of the biggest West End shows: Hamilton, Come From Away, Wicked, The Prince of Egypt, The Phantom of the Opera and & Juliet.

Listen: Ramin Karimloo, Michael Ball, Lea Salonga, and More Sing for MUSICALS: THE GREATEST SHOW on BBC Radio 2
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 4, 2021


Just last week, BBC Radio 2 and BBC One aired  Musicals: The Greatest Show- a celebration of the nation's favorite songs and performers from the world of musical theatre. Hosted on radio and television by multi-award winning performer Sheridan Smith, it put the songs, the shows, and the stars, back on stage at the world famous London Palladium. 

BBC Radio 2 and BBC One's MUSICALS: THE GREATEST SHOW Airs Tonight, Featuring Ramin Karimloo, Michael Ball, Lea Salonga, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2021


BBC Radio 2 and BBC One have announced a show direct from the West End, the US and beyond, featuring a glittering cast of UK and international stars performing songs from the musicals in Musicals: The Greatest Show.

BBC Radio 2 and BBC One Announce MUSICALS: THE GREATEST SHOW, Featuring Ramin Karimloo, Michael Ball, Lea Salonga, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2021


BBC Radio 2 and BBC One have announced a show direct from the West End, the US and beyond, featuring a glittering cast of UK and international stars performing songs from the musicals in Musicals: The Greatest Show.

HAMILTON Will Return to the West End in May 2021
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2020


Hamilton will make its return to the West End next year! According to the show's official social media accounts, the hit musical returns to the Victoria Palace Theatre in May 2021.

Casting Announced For THE SHOW MUST GO ON! LIVE At The Palace Theatre - Sam Tutty, Layton Williams, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2020


After a record breaking on-sale and due to phenomenal public demand, THE SHOW MUST GO ON! LIVE AT THE PALACE THEATRE will play a further two dates and will now run from 11th to the 15th November.

Photo Flash: The Royal Mint Partners With HAMILTON For King George III Commemorative Coin
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2020


The Royal Mint celebrates the life and legacy of Britain's longest-reigning King, George III, with a special commemorative £5 coin to mark 200 years since his death.

New West End Casting Announced For HAMILTON
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2019


New casting has been announced for the multi award-winning West End production of HAMILTON as the show enters its third year at the Victoria Palace Theatre. Also announced is the release of further tickets with the show now booking in London to 28 March 2020.

Review Roundup: A VERY EXPENSIVE POISON At The Old Vic
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 6, 2019


The Old Vic today presents Lucy Prebble's new play A Very Expensive Poison, based on the book by Luke Harding and directed by John Crowley.

BWW Review: A VERY EXPENSIVE POISON, Old Vic
by Marianka Swain - Sep 6, 2019


How theatre should, or should not, be addressing Brexit is a constant topic of conversation. But while Lucy Prebble's phenomenal new work - a combination of horror, espionage thriller, love story and satire, with dazzlingly theatrical framing - doesn't centre around the B world, it is, unquestionably, the play for the present moment.

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