Review: THE MAN WHO WAS MAGIC, Adelphi Theatre
by Christiana Rose - Sep 29, 2025
James Phelan’s latest production, The Man Who Was Magic, arrives at the Adelphi Theatre for one night only after a triumphant Edinburgh run and confirms his reputation as a magician with both flair and heart. The show opens to the smooth sounds of the Rat Pack and swing, the stage bathed in the warm glow of gold and red lanterns, which evoke a nostalgic atmosphere and invite the audience into a world of wonder.
Royal Academy of Dance Will Participate in Let's Dance 2025
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025
Royal Academy of Dance will get the whole nation moving in celebration of Let's Dance 2025. Let's Dance 2025 is designed to raise awareness of the social, physical and mental health benefits of dance and the positive impact it has on communities.
Guest Blog: Mark Curry on His Podcast, BACKSTAGE CURRY
by Guest Author - Dec 6, 2024
The Apollo Victoria Theatre is a theatre that has hosted Wicked since 2006, and a theatre I know all too well having played The Wizard during the UK’s 10th anniversary in 2016 and returned in 2023. On this second return I discovered podcasts. The 1 hour 20-minute wait before my first entrance was made easier by listening, and this inspired me to create a series of my own.
The Mill At Sonning Theatre Names The Auditorium in Honor of Ray Cooney
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2021
The Mill at Sonning, the UK's only dinner theatre, has renamed its theatre The Ray Cooney Auditourium in honor of comedy legend Ray Cooney, whose classic farces have all been performed there, and whose incredibly generous financial support during lockdown helped ensure the venue's survival.
Photos: Go Inside the West End Gala Premiere of WONDERVILLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2021
MAGIC is back in the West End! This summer at the Palace Theatre, the world’s greatest illusionists and mentalists are coming together in Wonderville, a jaw-dropping display of magic, illusion and technological trickery that will electrify, surprise and leave theatregoers in awe at what they are seeing on stage.
Full Cast Announced For New Audio Musical, HATCHED!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2021
HATCHED! is a fun, family musical about female empowerment, set on a mythical island where, for many years, the female birds have been denied the right to fly. We follow the story of one rebellious bird who dreams of flying free and taking her daughter on adventures. She decides it is time for change and, along with many friends and allies, fights for flight and equality!
Exeter Fringe Festival Will Take Place This Summer With Over 100 Performances
by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2019
In July 2019, the inaugural Exeter Fringe Festival will take place with over 100 performances at Exeter Phoenix and Barnfield Theatre across 10 days from 26 July to 4 August. There are 6 performance spaces featuring a wide range of fringe theatre, family theatre, comedy, music and dance. The inaugural Exeter Fringe Festival has been organised by Elaine Faulkner and Alex Jackson.