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Full Cast Set For London Première of FAREWELL MISTER HAFFMANN at Park Theatre

The cast has been announced for the London première of Jean-Philippe Daguerre's Farewell Mister Haffmann adapted by Jeremy Sams. Learn more about the show here!
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Will Open at the Barbican This Summer, Followed by UK Tour

Following a triumphant sold-out season at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre last year, Fiddler on the Roof will transfer to London’s Barbican Theatre this summer, followed by a major UK and Ireland tour.
Cast Set For Wise Children's Tour of NORTH BY NORTHWEST

Wise Children has announced the full cast for the world première of Emma Rice’s adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock’s North by Northwest. Learn more about the cast here!
Barbican Theatre Adds Four Shows to Spring Season Lineup

The Barbican Centre has announced four further productions, presented by the Barbican Theatre, to complete its spring season drawing on themes of gathering and renewal.
ESPECIAL: LOS MISERABLES y su paso por España

El pasado lunes 13 de enero la productora española SOM Produce anunció que este año traería de vuelta a España la producción del 25 aniversario de Los Miserables, el clásico de Alain Boubilil y Clause-Michel Schönberg que se representa en el Sondheim Theatre de Londres desde 2020, aunque se había creado para el 25 aniversario del musical en el ya lejano 2010.
Interview: 'Love Makes Every Character a Fool': Andrew Richardson on RSC's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

The RSC’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream has transferred from Stratford-upon-Avon to the Barbican Centre for the winter. Starring Mathew Baynton as Bottom, the Shakespeare comedy tells the tale of four young lovers from Athens who escape into a magical forest where they come face-to-face with the fairy world.
New Adaptation of THE PASSENGER Comes to the Finborough Theatre Next Month

The world premiere of a new adaptation of The Passenger by Nadya Menuhin will open at the Finborough Theatre for a five-week limited season next month. Learn more here!
Sutton Foster to Perform at State Theatre New Jersey in January

State Theatre New Jersey will present An Evening with Sutton Foster. The Tony Award-winning artist will perform from her extensive Broadway catalog including, The Music Man, Anything Goes, and Sweeney Todd. Learn more!
Critics' Choice: Franco Milazzo's Top 30 Immersive Shows of 2024

In 2024, the immersive genre in London and beyond grew and grew and grew, with the independent sector overshadowing the biggest names.
Trafalgar Theatres Will Operate Eastbourne Theatres

Eastbourne Borough Council has entered a partnership with one of the UK's top theatre and entertainment operators to run the Congress Theatre, Devonshire Park Theatre, Winter Garden, and conferencing and exhibition facilities. 
THE LAST DAYS OF LIZ TRUSS? Comes to the White Bear Theatre

Oxia Theatre will present the world premiere of The Last Days of Liz Truss? by Greg Wilkinson, directed by Anthony Shrubsall with Emma Wilkinson Wright as Liz Truss.
Review: STORIES, Peacock Theatre

Smashing together tap dance and film noir, Romain Rachline Borgeaud’s Stories is wrapped around an immersive form of storytelling. Is the world ready for tap noir?
Review: THE BUDDHA OF SUBURBIA, Barbican Theatre

'I’ve seen it before, and I’ll see it again… Just little bits of history repeating.” This Shirley Bassey vocal may not feature on the soundtrack of this stage version of The Buddha of Suburbia, but you can’t help but bring it to mind as you watch events unfold: strikes, political turmoil, far right aggression - staples of the 1970s, but all too familiar to modern audiences.
MACBETH Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo to Play Movie Theaters

Macbeth, starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, which is currently playing to sold out houses in the West End, will come to cinemas next year. Learn more about when the show was captured and when it'll be released in movie theatres.
Further Cast, Creative Team, and Dates Set For Cate Blanchett-Led THE SEAGULL at The Barbican Theatre

Further casting has been announced for Duncan Macmillan and Thomas Ostermeier's new version of Chekhov's masterpiece The Seagull. Learn more about the show here!
Stars From SUNSET BOULEVARD, STARLIGHT EXPRESS, and More Take Home 2024 The Stage Debut Awards

The 12 winners of The Stage Debut Awards 2024, in partnership with ATG Entertainment, were revealed at a  London ceremony at 8 Northumberland Avenue on September 29.
Review: THE BLACK SAINT AND THE SINNER LADY, Barbican Theatre

Charles Mingus originally intended for his iconic 1963 jazz album The Black Saint and The Sinner Lady to be accompanied by dancers and, thanks to performance company Clod Ensemble and the Nu Civilisation Orchestra, it becomes the inspiration for a vibrant and inclusive show.
KISS ME, KATE Starring Stephanie J. Block Coming to U.S. Theaters

Kiss Me, Kate, the recent West End revival starring Tony Winner Stephanie J. Block, will be hitting U. S. movie theaters starting on November 17. As previously reported, the film will also be available in the U.K., Canada, and other international markets.
Cast Set For the World Premiere of THE FORSYTE SAGA

Troupe, in association with Park Theatre, has announced the full cast for the world première of a new stage adaptation of John Galsworthy’s seminal work, The Forsyte Saga.
Maybe You Like It's PLEADING STUPIDITY to Tour South West England This Autumn

Pleading Stupidity, a hit from the Edinburgh Fringe, will launch its autumn tour. Learn how to purchase tickets.

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