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Photos: ENO's ANGEL'S BONE Begins Performances at the London Coliseum
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2026

Get a first look at English National Opera's Angel's Bone at the London Coliseum. The production, directed by Kip Williams and conducted by Baldur Brönniman, features Allison Cook, Rodney Earl Clarke, Mariam Wallentin and Matthew McKinney.

PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL To Make Australian Debut at Sydney's Capitol Theatre in 2027
by Joshua Wright - Oct 14, 2026

PADDINGTON The Musical, the seven-time Olivier Award-winning musical, will open in Sydney in 2027. The production features music and lyrics by Tom Fletcher and direction by Luke Sheppard.

New Cast Set For PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026

Paddington The Musical has announced a new cast including Abbie Purvis and Hassan Taj as alternating Paddington performers, as the show celebrates its first year in London.

Review: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD at the Eccles Theater is Staggeringly Awe-Inspiring
by Tyler Hinton - Sep 24, 2026

The national tour of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD, currently playing at the Eccles Theater in Salt Lake City, is awe-inspiring with a gripping story, beautiful relationship-building, elegant design, and staggering magical effects that will make you want to see it again and again.

Full Cast Set For THE JUNGLE BOOK at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026

The National Theatre has announced full casting for Anupama Chandrasekhar's stage adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book, directed by Indhu Rubasingham and featuring Olivier winner Hiran Abeysekera as Mowgli with innovative puppetry by Lume.

BALLET SHOES to Play Milton Keynes Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026

The National Theatre production of BALLET SHOES will perform at Milton Keynes Theatre. Tickets are now available.

BALLET SHOES and More Set For 2027 at Sadler’s Wells
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026

Sadler's Wells announced three productions for 2027: the National Theatre's BALLET SHOES (August 25–September 11), Jasmin Vardimon's LULLABY (February 24–27), and São Paulo Dance Company's mixed bill (February 25–27). BALLET SHOES stars Anton Du Beke and will tour the UK.

BALLET SHOES National Theatre Tour to Begin August 2027 with Anton Du Beke
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026

The National Theatre's production of BALLET SHOES will launch a UK tour beginning August 2027, with stops at Sadler's Wells Theatre in London and venues across the country through early 2028. STRICTLY COME DANCING star Anton Du Beke makes his National Theatre debut in the role of Great Uncle Matthew and Fidolia.

Photos: Cate Blanchett and Nina Hoss in ELECTRA/PERSONA at the National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2026

Get a first look at Cate Blanchett and Nina Hoss in Benedict Andrews' Electra/Persona at the National Theatre, where the pair swap roles throughout the run. Check out the photos here.

ANGEL'S BONE to Transfer to London Coliseum Following Manchester Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026

Du Yun's Pulitzer Prize-winning opera ANGEL'S BONE will move to the London Coliseum, directed by Kip Williams, following its UK premiere at Aviva Studios in Manchester.

PADDINGTON Swing Steps Into Role of 'Millicent Clyde' After Just Four Hours of Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2026

At a recent performance of Paddington the Musical, a swing saved the day, learning the role of 'Millicent Clyde' after just four hours of rehearsal. Learn more here!

Photos: Cate Blanchett and Nina Hoss in Rehearsal For ELEKTRA/PERSONA at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released from the National Theatre's production of director and adapter Benedict Andrews’ new play Electra/Persona, starring Cate Blanchett and Nina Hoss. Check out the photos here!

Review: OC's Segerstrom Center Welcomes HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Michael Quintos - Jul 22, 2026

In the fantastical, visually-enchanting stage play HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD—the theatrical continuation of J.K. Rowling's beloved magical saga—the idea of revisiting the past is embraced as its central theme, which in turn shifts the focus away from the mischievous school adventures that made the original franchise a global phenomenon, but, instead, explores the far messier realities of adulthood, parenthood, regret, generational trauma, and the very concept of leaving behind a proud legacy. The resulting stage show is a marvel of theatrical magic, mesmerizing in spectacle and movement, and filled with fantastical elements that will have audiences spellbound—even if the play 'borrows' its machinations from Back to the Future Part II.

Video: Tom Fletcher on Writing the Songs for PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2026

A new behind-the-scenes video has been released of Tom Fletcher discussing how he wrote the music for Paddington The Musical. Check out the video here!

It's Official! PADDINGTON Will Arrive on Broadway in 2027; Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2026

New York, please look after this bear. As BroadwayWorld reported last month, the record-breaking, smash hit, seven-time Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical  PADDINGTON The Musical will begin performances Tuesday, March 30, 2027 and officially open Sunday, April 18, 2027  at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre.

Is A PADDINGTON Transfer Imminent? Signs Appear Around Broadway
by Michael Major - Jun 15, 2026

Paddington might be preparing to make his highly-anticipated journey across the pond. Posters featuring the beloved character have been popping up around the New York City theatre district, with the phrase 'Have You Seen This Bear?' 

PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Might Come to Broadway ‘Next Season,’ Pink Reveals During the Tony Awards
by Michael Gioia - Jun 7, 2026

It looks like 'Paddington the Musical' may be coming to Broadway as soon as next season. At one point during the opening, Neil Patrick Harris — who starred in Art this season — brought out a plushie of the beloved Paddington bear, to which Pink responded, “Maybe next season.” 

Photos: ANGEL'S BONE at English National Opera
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026

First-look production photos have been released for English National Opera’s UK premiere of ANGEL’S BONE by Du Yun. Directed by Kip Williams, the production opens May 12 at Aviva Studios in Manchester before transferring to the London Coliseum.

Cate Blanchett, Anne-Marie Duff, and More Join National Theatre's 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

The National Theatre announced further casting and dates for its 2026 season, including Cate Blanchett in ELECTRA/PERSONA, Anne-Marie Duff in SOME WOMAN, and new casts for CLOUD 9 and THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE.

Photos: Sadie Sink, Noah Jupe, and More Behind the Scenes of ROMEO & JULIET
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

Empire Street Productions has released behind the scenes photos from Romeo & Juliet, starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe directed by Robert Icke. Check out the photos here!