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Wolverhampton Grand Theatre Welcomes New Members to the Board of Trustees
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre and Charitable Trust have announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Trustees: Bridget Tatham, Kiri Grant, and Dr Ranjit Khutan.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Ireland Awards; HAMILTON Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Ireland Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Cork Arts Theatre Unveils 50th Anniversary 2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2025
Cork Arts Theatre will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026. The Cork theatre will deliver an ambitious programme, producing three contemporary plays, under the banner Re:Directing.
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Ireland Awards
by BWW Awards - November 25, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Ireland Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
TREASURE ISLAND Panto Comes to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre has announced an all-new production of TREASURE ISLAND as the 2026-27 pantomime, with tickets on sale this week. Learn more here!
Tommy Tiernan to Star in Debut Musical Role In Mick Flannery's THE HOUSE MUST WIN
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The first cast members for Mick Flannery's new musical The House Must Win have been revealed. Tommy Tiernan will make his musical-theatre debut in the role of Ray, while rising Belfast actor, Tabitha Smyth will play Grace, Ray's daughter.
Photos: MISS SAIGON UK and Ireland Tour First Look Images
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2025
You can now get a first look at the new production of MISS SAIGON, which sees Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical reborn. Miss Saigon is currently playing at Manchester’s Palace Theatre.
Pianist Ellen Jansson To Perform For Palestine at Dublin's St Patrick's Cathedral
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2025
Pianist and Cork native Ellen Jansson will return to Cork next week, joining both local and international musicians to perform in aid of Palestinian charities.
JERSEY BOYS Will Embark on 20th Anniversary Tour in the UK and Ireland in 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2025
The original Tony-winning musical sensation JERSEY BOYS returns for its celebratory 20th Anniversary tour across the UK and Ireland, opening at New Wimbledon Theatre in June.
THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY & JUNE to Tour the UK and Ireland
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2025
Hot on the heels of runs at New York’s La Jolla Playhouse and Canada’s Citadel Theatre,  new musical The Ballad of Johnny & June will make its debut this side of the Atlantic in 2026 with a major tour of the UK and Ireland. 
DO I LOVE YOU? by John Godber to be Presented at Smock Alley Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2025
Four nights only (18-21 March 2026), the Smock Alley Theatre will open its doors to the Irish premiere of Do I Love You?, a dynamic new Northern Soul comedy from the multi-award-winning British playwright John Godber.
Leah Barniville Will Lead Cork Pantomine CINDERELLA
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2025
The Everyman and CADA will bring the Christmas magic to MacCurtain Street this festive period. Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist Leah Barniville will lead the cast as Cinderella this year.
GOLD IN THE WATER Comes to The Everyman
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2025
This flamboyant theatrical extravaganza, with original songs performed by a live band, comes from Shane O’Reilly with co-writer Paul Curley, composed by Denis Clohessy, directed by Ronan Phelan and choreographed by Philip Connaughton.
ALADDIN Panto Returns to Cork Opera House
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2025
This Christmas, get ready to soar on a magic carpet ride of laughter, music, and magic as Cork Opera House and Neville Jewellers will present its pantomime, Aladdin.
Last Chance To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Ireland Awards
by BWW Awards - October 27, 2025
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Ireland Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Pan Pan and APHIDS to Stage YFEL, Dissecting the Art of Making Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2025
Pan Pan will team up with APHIDS staging new risk-taking, future focused show that dissects the surreality of the creative processes in making theatre, that combines comedy and Faust in one fell swoop.
CINDERELLA Panto Comes to The Everyman Next Month
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2025
The Everyman will soon present its brand-new pantomime spectacular – Cinderella. Presented in association with CADA Performing Arts, this glittering production promises a fresh, fabulous twist on the timeless fairytale.
THE HOUSE MUST WIN to be Presented at The Everyman
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
The House Must Win, based on Mick Flannery's album will be presented at The Everyman Theatre in May. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
DIRTY DANCING Returns To Wolverhampton Grand Theatre in 2027
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2025
DIRTY DANCING will be touring the UK and Ireland, returning to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre in 2027. The stage production inspired by the hit film will once again come to life before your eyes.
Final Weeks To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Ireland Awards
by BWW Awards - October 14, 2025
Time is running out to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Ireland Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Cork Pops Orchestra Concerts for Schools Return Next Month
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2025
The Cork Pops Orchestra Concerts for Schools, presented by  Evelyn Grant, return to City Hall, Cork from Tuesday 4th to Friday 7th November, with two performances daily at 10am and 12 noon. 
Video: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD UK and Ireland Tour Trailer
by Stephi Wild - October 10, 2025
A  brand-new trailer has been released for the first ever UK & Ireland tour of Aaron Sorkin’s riveting stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Check out the video here!
QUIET LIGHTS FESTIVAL Unveils Headline Acts in Cork City
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2025
As autumn deepens and Cork's evenings grow quieter, Islander will present the return of Quiet Lights, the city's much-loved winter festival, now in its sixth year. Learn how to attend!
Ethel Cain Extends Global Tour with 2026 Dates Across North America
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2025
Amid the U.K. and Europe leg of her completely sold-out tour, Ethel Cain has added a 2026 North American leg to her Willoughby Tucker Forever run. The new shows include two hometown appearances at The Moon in Tallahassee and dates across the Midwest and Southeast.
The Mersey Beatles to Perform at The Everyman in November
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2025
The world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to The Beatles is heading to Cork for an unmissable hit-packed show celebrating the Fab Four’s rise to global fame. Learn how to purchase tickets!

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