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Aliya Al-Hassan

Aliya Al-Hassan is UK Managing Editor of BroadwayWorld. A London-based theatre critic and journalist, she has a life-long passion for the arts, with a focus on theatre. She is always keen to promote new work and smaller venues. Follow her on Twitter @aliyajaderosa






Newcastle's Curious Monkey Theatre to Close
Newcastle's Curious Monkey Theatre to Close
November 3, 2023

Curious Monkey, the North East-based theatre company and charity, has announced that it will be closing in early 2024, after more than 10 years making theatre with under-represented communities notably young people with experience of the care system and people seeking sanctuary in the UK as refugees and asylum seekers. 

Tickets From £15 for SUPERYOU in Concert at the Lyric Theatre
Tickets From £15 for SUPERYOU in Concert at the Lyric Theatre
November 3, 2023

SuperYou Musical, starring Lucie Jones, is an uplifting musical, written and composed by Lourds Lane, that centers around the transformative journey of a comic book artist who discovers self-love and her own voice as her superheroine creations spring to life; Tickets from £15

Guest Blog: 'I Couldn't Let the Matter Go': Erin Edwards on OPERATION MINCEMEAT, MI5 and the Campaign to #FindHester
Guest Blog: 'I Couldn't Let the Matter Go': Erin Edwards on OPERATION MINCEMEAT, MI5 and the Campaign to #FindHester
November 3, 2023

In 1943, MI5 secretary Hester Leggatt played a vital role in an operation to fool the Nazis, by writing fake love letters to be found on a corpse. Hester's own story remained a mystery until Operation Mincemeat inspired fans, known as mincefluencers, to #FindHester. Erin Edwards wrote to MI5, asking for confirmation that Hester had worked in the wartime security services. Here she tells BroadwayWorld about her own research and eventually receiving written confirmation from MI5 about Hester.

Gingerline Announces Return to London with HOMECOMING in 2024
Gingerline Announces Return to London with HOMECOMING in 2024
November 3, 2023

Gingerline, pioneers of the underground dining scene and immersive dining, announces its homecoming and return to London with a forthcoming project launching in 2024.

CABARET: The Kit Kat Club at Selfridges to Open For Christmas Season
CABARET: The Kit Kat Club at Selfridges to Open For Christmas Season
November 3, 2023

On 29th November, Selfridges London is set to welcome a scene-stealing world-first from The Kit Kat Club. CABARET: The Kit Kat Club at Selfridges is an immersive destination where visitors can enjoy Champagne cocktails and cuvées from Moët & Chandon, the show’s Official Champagne Partner.

Doon Mackichan Withdraws from LYONESSE
Doon Mackichan Withdraws from LYONESSE
November 2, 2023

Doon Mackichan has withdrawn from the role of Sue in Lyonesse due to a private family matter.

Exclusive: SIDE SHOW: IN CONCERT Now Onsale!
Exclusive: SIDE SHOW: IN CONCERT Now Onsale!
November 2, 2023

Exclusive: Side Show: In Concert now onsale. Side Show comes to the London Palladium in a special, one-night-only concert spectacular on Sunday 3 March 2024.

Andy Nyman, Jenna Russell and More Will Star in HELLO DOLLY! in London, Starring Imelda Staunton
Andy Nyman, Jenna Russell and More Will Star in HELLO DOLLY! in London, Starring Imelda Staunton
November 2, 2023

Andy Nyman, Jenna Russell, Tyrone Huntley and Harry Hepple will join Imelda Staunton in Dominic Cooke's production of Hello Dolly, coming to London in 2024.

Exclusive Presale for MEAN GIRLS with Exclusive Pay No Fees Period
Exclusive Presale for MEAN GIRLS with Exclusive Pay No Fees Period
November 1, 2023

Exclusive Presale for Mean Girls, with Exclusive Pay No Fees Period. It’s gonna be a little bit dramatic…

Review: A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE, Rose Theatre
Review: A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE, Rose Theatre
November 2, 2023

Immigration and adapting (or not) to a new homeland is as current a topic as it has ever been. In Arthur Miller’s 1955 play A View From The Bridge, we see the difficulties in casting off centuries of inherited tradition to adapt to a new social structure. Holly Race Roughan’s thrilling production brings out all the nuance and emotion of the text. It feels as fresh as it does familiar.

CLUELESS THE MUSICAL is Heading to the UK
CLUELESS THE MUSICAL is Heading to the UK
November 1, 2023

A new musical adaptation of the classic film Clueless will have an exclusive two-week run in Bromley as it continues to be developed for the stage.

OPERATION MINCEMEAT Extends for the Sixth Time
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Extends for the Sixth Time
November 1, 2023

Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical - 65 five-star reviews and counting - “a hilarious new musical that rivals The Book of Mormon for laughs”  (Vogue), has extended its West End run for the sixth time through 15th June 2024.

THE WITCHES Leads our Top Ten Shows for November
THE WITCHES Leads our Top Ten Shows for November
November 1, 2023

The nights may be getting longer and darker, but the West End is bright with fabulous new productions this November.

Interview: 'I Feel More Than Ready For It': New Queen Thảo Therese Nguyễn on Returning to the West End in SIX
Interview: 'I Feel More Than Ready For It': New Queen Thảo Therese Nguyễn on Returning to the West End in SIX
November 1, 2023

Earlier this month, some new Queens joined the musical sensation that is SIX in the West End. Thảo Therese Nguyễn, previously seen in the West End and UK & Ireland tour of Miss Saigon, is now starring as Anne Boleyn.

Cirque du Soleil Extends Run for ALEGRIA at the Royal Albert Hall
Cirque du Soleil Extends Run for ALEGRIA at the Royal Albert Hall
October 31, 2023

Due to popular demand, today Cirque du Soleil announces further dates for Alegría – In A New Light in London. Making its European debut of the revived production at the iconic Royal Albert Hall, the limited series of performances will now run from 11 January to 3 March 2024.

Exclusive Presale on Extension Period for Cirque du Soleil - ALEGRIA at the Royal Albert Hall
Exclusive Presale on Extension Period for Cirque du Soleil - ALEGRIA at the Royal Albert Hall
October 31, 2023

Step into the light in January 2024 with Cirque du Soleil’s most iconic production Alegria: In a New Light, playing at the Royal Albert Hall for a limited season.

Photos: First look at Ibsen's GHOSTS at Shakespeare's Globe
Photos: First look at Ibsen's GHOSTS at Shakespeare's Globe
October 30, 2023

Shakepeare's Globe has released rehearsal room photos of the upcoming production of Ibsen's Ghosts.

Springbok Productions Announces New Show OUR 1972, Starring Josh Maughan and Peter Hadfield
Springbok Productions Announces New Show OUR 1972, Starring Josh Maughan and Peter Hadfield
October 31, 2023

Award winning production company, Springbok, has announced the debut of artistic director, Josh Maughan’s, new work ‘Our 1972’. From 3 - 6 January 2024, they return to The Hope Theatre, after 2 sell-out seasons in 2022. 

Show of the Week: Save Up To 34% on ELF THE MUSICAL at the Dominion Theatre
Show of the Week: Save Up To 34% on ELF THE MUSICAL at the Dominion Theatre
October 30, 2023

Show of the Week: Tickets from £27.50 for Elf The Musical. Son of a nutcracker! London’s “ultimate Christmas show” (Smooth FM), ELF The Musical returns to spread festive cheer at the Dominion Theatre this winter.

Founding Member of LA CLIQUE, Yuliia Pykhtina, Will Join London Cast
Founding Member of LA CLIQUE, Yuliia Pykhtina, Will Join London Cast
October 30, 2023

Underbelly has announced that Ukrainian Hoola Hoop artist and founding member of La Clique, Yuliia Pykhtina will return to the show this Christmas and join the cast in London for the first time ever.



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