Roy Tan is the official photographer for Musical Theatre Review in London. He has also created a book and photo exhibition showcasing artists who have contributed to making London theatre a magical place: http://roytan3.wix.com/exhibition Roy has been the official photographer for several noted West End productions, including Matthew Bourne's Early Adventures at Sadler's Wells, Soho Cinders by Elliot Davis, George Stiles and Anthony Drewe at Soho Theatre, Crazy for You at Novello Theatre, and 13 The Musical, The Adventures of Pinocchio, and The Secret Garden at the Ambassadors Theatre. Recently, Roy was a finalist at the Theatre Tech Awards for Best Production Photography. www.roytan.zenfolio.com
DUSTY puts Dusty herself and her amazing voice in the heart of the action. It tells the incredible story of how Mary Isobel Catherine Bernadette O'Brien became Dusty Springfield, one of the biggest selling female artists and an icon of the 60s, as seen through the eyes of Nancy Jones, one of her childhood friends. Below, BroadwayWorld has a first look at exclusive shots of the show!
Simon Webbe (Blue, Strictly Come Dancing, Sister Act), Alison Jiear (Olivier Nominated - Jerry Springer, On The Town, Britain's Got Talent), Leanne Jones (Hairspray), Taofique Folarin (The Lion King, Avenue Q) and Daniel Buckley (Book of Mormon) star in the latest musical from the dynamic and multi-award winning musical theatre song-writing duo that is George Stiles and Anthony Drewe. Scroll down for a first look at THE THREE LITTLE PIGS onstage!
Led by Alex Gaumond as Adam and Laura Pitt-Pulford as Milly, the full cast of Seven Brides for Seven Brothersincludes Rosanna Bates, David Burrows, Angela M. Caesar, Leon Cooke, Eamonn Cox, Jacob Fisher,Charlene Ford, Steve Fortune, Trevor Michael Georges,Bob Harms, Bethany Huckle, Frankie Jenna, James Leece, Philip Marriott, Dylan Mason, Natasha Mould, Peter Nash, Sam O'Rourke, Ryan Pidgen, Adam Rhys-Charles,Karli Vale, Annie Wensak, Matthew Whennell-Clark, Ed White and Emma Woods.
Mack & Mabel, which will embark on a UK & Ireland Tour in Autumn 2015 following its premiere at Chichester Festival Theatre, stars double Oliver award-winning Michael Ball andRebecca LaChance. The production opens tonight, July 21, 2015.
The London Palladium is hosting a tribute to Frank Sinatra, 65 years after his first ever concert in the UK. He first performed at the venue in 1950, an evening which started the country's love affair with his legendary music. BroadwayWorld brings you the first photos of the show below!
The revival of THE CAR MAN at Sadler's Wells from Tuesday 14 July to Sunday 9 August 2015 marks the first time the production has been staged in eight years.
The Pride Arts Festival ran from Sunday 21 to Sunday 28 June and showcases London's varied LGBT+ cultural scene, including performances from former Jean Valjean, Daniel Koek, as well as Rachel Weston and more. BroadwayWorld was of course on the scene to capture photos of the musical performances, so check them out below!
West End LIVE in association with MasterCard takes place in Trafalgar Square on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 June 2015. Now in its 11th year, this free annual event - the largest event of its type in the world - is organised by Westminster City Council and Official London Theatre and offers fantastic free family entertainment from London's top theatre productions and attractions.
West End LIVE in association with MasterCard takes place in Trafalgar Square on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 June 2015. Now in its 11th year, this free annual event - the largest event of its type in the world - is organised byWestminster City Council and Official London Theatre and offers fantastic free family entertainment from London's top theatre productions and attractions.
Making their Chichester debuts as George and Maud are Richard Fleeshman (UrineTown, Ghost: The Musical, Legally Blonde) and the Olivier Award nominated Summer Strallen (Top Hat, Love Never Dies, The Sound of Music). The stellar cast also includes Desmond Barrit (The History Boys, Wicked and numerous RSC productions), Isla Blair (Made in Dagenham, The Lyons, Festival 2009'sCollaboration), Richard Dempsey (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Michael Grandage's A Midsummer Night's Dream), Nicholas Farrell (Festival 2011's South Downs / The Browning Version, 37 Days and Chariots of Fire) and Sally Ann Triplett (Follies!, Anything Goes, Guys and Dolls).
Giving standout performances as Samuel Beckett's quintessential comedy duo, Richard Roxburgh and Hugo Weaving shine in this remarkable production of Waiting for Godot, the absurdist masterpiece about everything and nothing. Sydney Theatre Company's production runs at the Barbican now through June 13, 2015. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!
Puttin' on the Ritz, with music from Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and George Gershwin, features pop sensation Pixie Lott with Trent Whiddon and dance stars Kristina Rihanoff and Robin Windsor from the hit TV show Strictly Come Dancing. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the stars in action below!
Matthew Bourne's THE CAR MAN begins its limited 16 week tour Newcastle, High Wycombe, Bristol, Salford, Canterbury, Edinburgh, Leicester, Sheffield and ending with a four week summer season at Sadler's Wells from 14 July to 9 August. BroadwayWorld brings you a first look below!
Now on tour with Danielle Hope and Steven Houghton, is one of the greatest musicals of all time- The Sound of Music. This new production of the classic stage musical coincides with the 50th Anniversary of the film version, the best loved and most successful movie musical in history. Check out exclusive new photos of the cast below!
The critically acclaimed production of Cole Porter's classic musical comedy, ANYTHING GOES, sets sail on a UK and Ireland tour in 2015; opening on Thursday 29 January at the New Wimbledon Theatre. The production is playing at the Sheffield Crucible Theatre until 17 January 2015. Full tour dates: www.anythinggoestour.com/tour-dates. Check out more photos from the production below!
Arthur Pita returns to Sadler's Wells following the huge success of Mischief, a family show created in collaboration with Theatre Rites, which also enjoyed a season on Broadway. His recent adaptation of Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis at the Royal Opera House won Olivier, South Bank Sky Arts and Critics Circle National Dance Awards. Check out a first look below!
EDWARD SCISSORHANDS, devised, directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne returns to the UK in its first major revival. The show will tour the UK from Monday 10 November 2014 - Saturday 24 March 2015 with a six week season at Sadler's Well's this Christmas from Tuesday 2 December 2014 - Sunday 11 January 2015. BroadwayWorld brings you more production photos below!
Made in Dagenham, the heartwarming new musical, will open at the Adelphi Theatre on Wednesday 5 November. This stage adaptation of the hit British film has a book by Richard Bean, music by David Arnold and lyrics by Richard Thomas. The production is currently in previews, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
The critically acclaimed new musical, Sunny Afternoon tells the story of the early life of Ray Davies and the rise to stardom of The Kinks and began previews at the Harold Pinter Theatre on 4 October 2014 with press night tonight 28 October 2014. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
The critically acclaimed new musical, Sunny Afternoon tells the story of the early life of Ray Davies and the rise to stardom of The Kinks and began previews at the Harold Pinter Theatre on 4 October 2014 with press night on 28 October 2014. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
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