Smoke West End

Smoke 2023 - Articles Page 2

Opened: February 1, 2023
Closing: February 25, 2023

Smoke - 2023 - West End History , Info & More

Southwark Playhouse
77-85 Newington Causeway, London SE1 6BD, United Kingdom London

SMOKE by Kim Davies is a modern adaptation of August Strindberg's groundbreaking play, Miss Julie.

The story takes place in 2014 at a New York City ‘BDSM’ party. Julie (Meaghan Martin; Never Not Once - Park Theatre, Camp Rock) is a privileged college dropout dipping her toes into the world of S&M. John (Oli Higginson, The Last Five Years - Southwark Playhouse & West End, Bridgerton) is a cynical struggling artist willing to act as her guide. Their whirlwind encounter starts as a sexually charged game of cat and mouse. As they get to know each other, these seemingly self-possessed characters have their boundaries and notions of consent challenged. The consequences are irreparable and unsettling.

SMOKE is a piercingly witty and sometimes painful exploration of gender, sexuality & desire. This play champions sex positivity while also imploring us to better understand the nuances surrounding consent and the widely ostracised world of kink.

The play was a Critics' Pick of The New York Times and Time Out New York. This all-new production marks its London premiere and is co-directed by powerhouse female team, Polina Kalinina and Júlia Levai.

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Carrie Underwood to Celebrate Her Birthday In Vegas This Month
by Michael Major - Mar 1, 2024


Catch Carrie Underwood back on stage at Resorts World Las Vegas in March 2024. Celebrate the superstar's birthday with limited-time property-wide activations presented by AEG. Underwood will return to the stage at Resorts World Theatre with six shows in March 2024 and 24 shows in 2024 following the extension of REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency.

Lorelei Ensemble to Release Christopher Cerrone's BEAUFORT SCALES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 29, 2024


Lorelei Ensemble will release the world premiere recording of Christopher Cerrone's Beaufort Scales on Friday, May 17, 2024 on the Cold Blue Music record label. Learn more about the album!

Cast Set for World Premiere of Harry McDonald's FOAM at Finborough Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 29, 2024


The cast has been set for the world première of Harry McDonald's Foam at Finborough Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Craig Campbell Sets Date For 'Passionate Class Of '89' Album
by Michael Major - Feb 29, 2024


Last year was an ambitious time of music for country hitmaker Craig Campbell, releasing the 16-song The Lost Files: Exhibit A and the 17-song Exhibit B, the second of which landed on the first ballot of the ACM Awards. The six songs represent the core influences who helped mold his desire to pursue a career as an artist and songwriter.

Video: Fast-Rising Atlanta Rapper Lil Tony Serves Up 'Les Duski' Visual
by Michael Major - Feb 21, 2024


Kickstarting another era, rising Atlanta rapper Lil Tony Official unleashes the frenetic music video for his  single “Les Duski” out now via Priority Records. Helmed by director and frequent collaborator Public Goat, the visual channels the spirit of classic horror flicks. 2 Sides 2 Every Story follows a big year of music from Lil Tony Official.

Riverside Choral Society Presents Scott Ordway's THE END OF RAIN At Alice Tully Hall This April
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2024


The New York City-based Riverside Choral Society, led by director Patrick Gardner, will present the New York premiere of Scott Ordway's The End of Rain on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 8:00 pm at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall.

London Theatre Week - See over 50 Award-Winning Musicals and Plays with Tickets from £15, £25 or £35
by Team BWW - Feb 20, 2024


London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35

Review: THE WASHINGTON BALLET: JAZZ ICONS - A FINE ROMANCE at Kennedy Center
by Roger Catlin - Feb 19, 2024


The dance school choices for students, I recall, were ballet and jazz tap. Ne’er the twain shall meet, as Kipling said of the east and west. 

Cody Jinks Drops Title Track From Upcoming Album
by Michael Major - Feb 16, 2024


The title track of Cody Jinks' highly anticipated new album is out now. The album, titled 'Change the Game,' is produced by Ryan Hewitt (Red Hot Chili Peppers, ZZ Top) and Jinks' longtime bassist, Joshua Thompson via Late August Records. Jinks has also confirmed a headline tour for 2024.

Video: Cody Jinks Releases 'Outlaws & Mustangs' Music Video
by Michael Major - Feb 13, 2024


The official music video for Cody Jinks' new song, “Outlaws & Mustangs,” is out now. Directed by Erica Alexandria Silverman, the video is deeply personal to Jinks as it also features his father (Steve Jinks) and daughter (Meredith Jinks). Watch the new music video and check out upcoming tour dates now!

Review: A MIRROR, Trafalgar Theatre
by Abbie Grundy - Feb 2, 2024


Jonny Lee Miller and Tanya Reynolds shine in this debate between art and artifice.

Lesli Margherita to Join Tony Danza & More in RADIO GALAXY Industry Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2024


Radio Galaxy, a new play by Michele Aldin Kushner, will be performed at invitation-only readings on Friday, February 2 at 11:00am and 2:00pm at the New York Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center.

Erin Daley Appointed Artistic Director of Primary Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2024


The Primary Stages Board has appointed Erin Daley as Artistic Director of Primary Stages, following a thorough process begun last year.

Brian Setzer Names Top Five Songs That Served As His Influences As He Gears Up For February And March 2024 Dates
by Michael Major - Jan 30, 2024


As BRIAN SETZER gears up to hit the road this spring, the iconic guitarist, songwriter, vocalist, and three-time Grammy Award-winner talked about the five essential songs that served as his inspiration.

Tony Danza Will Lead Industry Reading of New Play RADIO GALAXY
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2024


Tony Danza will star in an industry reading of new play, Radio Galaxy, next month! Learn more about the reading here!

Brynn Cartelli Announces Debut Album Out Of The Blue; Shares New Single “Boy From Home”
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 21, 2024


Brynn Cartelli has announced her debut album 'Out of the Blue' and shares her new single 'Boy from Home'.

INTERVIEW: Playwright Jami Brandli and Director Jennifer Decker Give BroadwayWorld a Sneak-Peek to the World Premiere of O: A RHAPSODY IN DIVORCE
by Miranda Keating - Jan 18, 2024


“O: A Rhapsody in Divorce” is a new take on “The Odyssey” where we follow O as she is blindsided by her husband who wants a divorce; she then embarks on an odyssey of her own to find self-love. BroadwayWorld got the chance to speak with playwright Jami Brandli and director Jennifer Decker, who gave us a sneak peek of what we can look forward to!

The Wilma Theater and The League Of Live Stream Theater Partner To Present Four Worldwide Live Stream Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2024


Philadelphia-based theater company The Wilma Theater (265  South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107) will partner with The League of Live Stream  Theater (LOLST) to present four worldwide live-stream performances of My Mama and The Full-Scale Invasion by Ukrainian playwright Sasha Denisova.

Kendra & The Bunnies Releases New Heartbreak Album WITH THE POLITICS OF KENDRA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024


Kendra & the Bunnies releases new heartbreak album 'with the Politics of Kendra' featuring 7 tracks. The album has over 136K streams on Spotify and includes the hit single 'Easy Reader.' Kendra's previous EP 'of all time' was inspired by a traumatic experience.

World Première of Harry McDonald's FOAM Comes to the Finborough Theatre in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2024


Croft & Dye Productions and Salt Lick Productions have announced the world première of Harry McDonald's Foam. Foam will première at Finborough Theatre on 21 March 2024, with previews from 19 March and run to 13 April 2024.

Previews: HYPERSPACE at ASB Waterfront Theatre
by Glenda Pearce - Jan 16, 2024


Auckland Theatre Company and Te Pou Theatre are absolutely pumped to present the world premiere of Hyperspace by Albert Belz. Winner of the 2023 Adam NZ Play Award, Hyperspace is a sequel to Albert Belz’s much-loved Astroman, presented in 2019 and directed by Tainui Tukiwaho. So kitsch it’s cool – a ’90s homage to all the dance movies ever made.

Topeka Presents The Avett Brothers' Moon Crush 'Avett Moon' Music Vacation
by Michael Major - Jan 12, 2024


Topeka, known for creating the innovative and much-lauded, no line boutique Music Vacation experience, confirms a brand-new weekend debuting on the shores of Miramar Beach, Florida this fall—The Avett Brothers' “Moon Crush – Avett Moon” is set for November 8-10, 2024.

Brit Taylor Releases 'Saint Anthony' From 'Kentucky Bluegrassed' Album
by Michael Major - Jan 10, 2024


Brit Taylor's new single 'Saint Anthony' is out now and her album 'Kentucky Bluegrassed' will be available. On the heels of a breakout 2023 with the release of her Sturgill Simpson-produced album Kentucky Blue and her Grand Ole Opry debut, Taylor's new project will be available on the one year anniversary of the accalimed project.

US Premiere of THE HUNT Starring Tobias Menzies to Begin in February at St. Ann's Warehouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2024


St. Ann’s Warehouse is presenting the U.S. premiere of the Almeida Theatre production ofThe Hunt, a blistering thriller catapulting audiences into some of today’s thorniest questions surrounding mob justice and forgiveness.

Feature: Arkansas Theatre Year In Review for 2023
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 5, 2024


Hello, friends, and welcome to my 2023 Broadway World Year in Review. I literally doubled the number of articles this year from last year, and I’ve had the best time!

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