Photo Flash: Lara Pulver and Gemma Sutton Join Imelda Staunton in West End's GYPSY
by Christina Mancuso
- Mar 2, 2015
Joining Imelda Staunton, who stars as the indomitable Momma Rose in the West End transfer of Jonathan Kent's production of Gypsy, are Lara Pulver and Gemma Sutton who reprise the roles of Louise and June respectively in the five star Chichester Festival Theatre production, while Peter Davison joins the cast to play Herbie. The cast also features Dan Burton as Tulsa, Billy Hartman as Uncle Jocko, Jack Chissick as Mr Goldstone, Anita Louise Combe as Tessie Tura, Harry Dickman as Pop, Lucinda Shaw as Mother, Roger Dipper as L.A., Louise Gold as Mazeppa, Clare Halse as Majorie May, Tom Hodgkins as Mr Weber, Kieran Jae as Yonkers, Julie Legrand as Electra, Danielle Morris as Geraldine, Luke Street as Little Rock, Damien Poole as Kansas, Lauren Hall as Delores and Natalie Woods as Agnes. Ensemble members include Liz Ewing, Lauren Ingram, Tom Murphy and Phillip Catchpole. The casting of the roles of Baby June and Baby Louise will be announced shortly.
Bowe, Gemmell And Legrand In RSC's MIDSUMMER MISCHIEF, June/July 2014
by Carrie Dunn
- Apr 30, 2014
Casting is announced for the four new plays of Midsummer Mischief - a festival inspired by the original ethos and spirit of The Other Place under the leadership of Buzz Goodbody. The plays will be performed in repertoire in a purpose-built temporary studio on the current Courtyard Theatre stage in Stratford-upon-Avon from 14 June - 12 July 2014, with a press day on the 21 June before all four plays transfer to the Royal Court Theatre
BBC Radio 2 Olivier Audience Award Announces Shortlist; Vote Now!
by James T Harding
- Mar 12, 2012
The Society of London Theatre has today announced the shortlist for the BBC Radio 2 Olivier Audience Award. The public will vote for the overall winner.
The shortlisted shows are BILLY ELLIOT, JERSEY BOYS, LES MISÉRABLES and WICKED.
WICKED Extends Booking Through 2013
by Nicole Rosky
- Jan 23, 2012
Wicked, the smash hit West End musical now in its sixth spellbinding year at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre, is pleased to announce the opening of its 13th new booking period, with tickets now on sale until Saturday 27 April 2013.
Gina Beck, Matt Willis Join West End's WICKED
by Nicole Rosky
- Sep 14, 2011
WICKED, the smash hit musical that tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, is pleased to announce that Gina Beck and Matt Willis will join the cast on Monday 12 December 2011 to star as Glinda and Fiyero respectively. Desmond Barrit is returning to the show to play The Wizard. They will be joined by Lillie Flynn (Nessarose), Christopher Howell (Doctor Dillamond) and Adam Pettigrew (Boq).
Rachel Tucker Extends as 'Elphaba' in West End's WICKED into 2012
by Jessica Lewis
- Aug 1, 2011
WICKED, the hit musical that tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, has announced that Rachel Tucker will continue in her starring role as Elphaba into 2012. Julie Legrand (Madame Morrible), Nikki Davis-Jones (Standby Elphaba) and Chloe Taylor (Standby Glinda) are also all continuing in their roles. UK Executive Producer Michael McCabe commented: 'Since first joining our cast in March 2010, Rachel has thrilled audiences and critics alike with her powerful and passionate performance as Elphaba. We are all absolutely thrilled that Rachel has now decided to continue leading the company with her extraordinary professionalism and great dedication to the role - we couldn't be more proud of her success'.
Lily Allen Reveals BRIDGET JONES Musical Nearing Completion; 2012 Opening Possible
by Jessica Lewis
- Jul 5, 2011
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As BroadwayWorld has previously reported, the musical version of Helen Fielding's popular novel, 'Bridget Jones's Diary,' is in the works with aspirations to open in the West End. Fielding is working with British recording artist Lily Allen and Greg Kurstin on the musical's score and lyrics and is working on the book with assistance from Julian Webber. Stephen Daldry, the director of BILLY ELLIOT, directed the recent workshop alongside Webber and choreographer Peter Darling; Working Title is producing the project.
WICKED Celebrates 2000th Performance Today
by BWW News Desk
- Jul 2, 2011
WICKED, the smash hit musical that tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, is pleased to announce the opening of its 12th new booking period, with tickets now on sale until 27 October 2012 at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre.
Rainey, Evans, Stott, Taylor Lead WICKED UK Cast Starting Feb. 7
by BWW News Desk
- Feb 7, 2011
WICKED, the long-running hit musical at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre, is pleased to announce its entire new company to begin performances on Monday 7 February 2011: Joining the previously announced Mark Evans (Fiyero) are: Zoe Rainey ('Amber Von Tussle' in Hairspray at the Shaftesbury Theatre) as Nessarose, Ben Stott ('Jack' in Sondheim's Into The Woods at the Open Air Theatre, Regent's Park) as Boq, and Chloe Taylor(WICKED, 2009) as Standby Glinda.
WICKED Extends Through April 28; Welcomes Mark Evans as Fiyero
by Kelsey Denette
- Feb 4, 2011
WICKED, the hit musical at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre, is pleased to announce the opening of its 11th new booking period, with tickets now on sale until Saturday 28 April 2012. Mark Evans was an ensemble member of the 2007 cast of WICKED and now returns to star as Fiyero
Rainey, Evans, Stott, Taylor Lead WICKED UK Cast
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Dec 1, 2010
WICKED, the long-running hit musical at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre, is pleased to announce its entire new company to begin performances on Monday 7 February 2011: Joining the previously announced Mark Evans (Fiyero) are: Zoe Rainey ('Amber Von Tussle' in Hairspray at the Shaftesbury Theatre) as Nessarose, Ben Stott ('Jack' in Sondheim's Into The Woods at the Open Air Theatre, Regent's Park) as Boq, and Chloe Taylor(WICKED, 2009) as Standby Glinda.
Rainey, Stott And Taylor Join Evans In London WICKED!
by Carrie Dunn
- Dec 1, 2010
Joining the previously announced Mark Evans (Fiyero) are: Zoe Rainey ('Amber Von Tussle' in Hairspray at the Shaftesbury Theatre) as Nessarose, Ben Stott ('Jack' in Sondheim's Into The Woods at the Open Air Theatre, Regent's Park) as Boq, and Chloe Taylor (WICKED, 2009) as Standby Glinda.
Mark Evans Takes Over As Fiyero In UK WICKED, Feb 2011!
by Carrie Dunn
- Nov 25, 2010
WICKED, the long-running hit musical at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre, is pleased to announce that Mark Evans will join the cast on Monday 7 February 2011 in the starring role of Fiyero opposite Rachel Tucker (Elphaba) and Louise Dearman (Glinda).
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