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PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Extends to February 2027
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025

With Paddington The Musical opening to critical acclaim at the Savoy Theatre, the production has announced an extension through 2026 – Michael Bond’s centenary year - until 14 February 2027.

Video: West End PADDINGTON Cast Takes Opening Night Bows
by Gillian Blum - Nov 30, 2025

Watch a video of Paddington The Musical opening night bows, now that the show is officially open at the Savoy Theatre on the West End, with the world premiere of the new musical running through October 25, 2026.

Video: Official Music Video for 'One of Us' from West End's PADDINGTON
by Gillian Blum - Nov 29, 2025

Watch the official music video for 'One of Us' from the West End's Paddington The Musical, now running at the Savoy Theatre, ahead of the cast album's 2026 release.

Video: Paddington Interviewed By BBC Journalist After Musical Debut
by Michael Major - Nov 4, 2025

After the first preview of Paddington The Musical at the Savoy Theatre, the show's star was interviewed by a BBC journalist. The new video shows a first look at the Paddington puppet walking around the set, also debuting his speaking voice.

Photos: PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025

All new rehearsal photography has been released for Paddington The Musical, which opens next month at the Savoy Theatre. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!

Video: First Listen to PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in London
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025

Paddington the Musical has released an all new video, featuring the song 'The Explorer & the Bear' with Tom Fletcher. Watch the video here and learn more about the production!

PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL To Keep Bear Casting Under Wraps Until First Preview
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2025

The producers of Paddington the Musical have confirmed that casting for the iconic bear — along with its design and creative reveal — will not be announced until the first preview on November 1 at the Savoy Theatre.

Additional Cast Set For PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL West End Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025

With rehearsals underway for the world premiere of PADDINGTON The Musical, almost the full company has been revealed. Learn more about the upcoming show here!

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Will Welcome New Children at the Cambridge Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025

The Royal Shakespeare Company will welcome new young performers to its multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical which is currently booking through to May 2026 at the Cambridge Theatre.

Photos: MATILDA THE MUSICAL Welcomes New Cast Members
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2024

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that the multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is now booking through to 24 May 2026. See new photos from the production below!

New Cast Set For MATILDA THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024

A new cast has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 13th year in London and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.

RSC's MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Welcome New Cast Members; Booking Extended
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2024

The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Matilda The Musical is welcoming new cast members. See who is staring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Watch the 2024 West End Trailer For MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2024

 Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical is now in its 12th year and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre. Watch an all new 2024 trailer for the musical in the video here!

New Matildas Join MATILDA THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2023

Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 12th year and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.

Ben Elton Will Make Stage Acting Debut in WE WILL ROCK YOU at the London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2023

Legendary comedian, writer and director Ben Elton will make his stage acting debut this summer as ‘The Rebel Leader’ in the smash-hit sensation ‘We Will Rock You’ at the London Coliseum.

First Ever Touring Production of BUGSY MALONE is Coming to Milton Keynes Theatre in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2022

Theatre Royal Bath Productions, Birmingham Rep and Kenny Wax revival of Lyric Hammersmith Theatre’s sell-out production of BUGSY MALONE will open at Milton Keynes Theatre on Tuesday 11 October.

Photos: First Look at BUGSY MALONE at Bath Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2022

New production photographs of the cast of the Theatre Royal Bath Productions, Birmingham Rep and Kenny Wax revival of Lyric Hammersmith Theatre’s universally acclaimed production of Bugsy Malone were just released.

Photos: Inside Rehearsals For BUGSY MALONE at Theatre Royal Bath
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2022

New rehearsal images of the cast of the Theatre Royal Bath Productions, Birmingham Rep and Kenny Wax revival of Lyric Hammersmith Theatre’s universally acclaimed, sell-out production of Bugsy Malone  by Johan Persson were released today.

Casting and Tour Schedule Announced For First Ever Tour of BUGSY MALONE
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2022

Casting was announced for the Theatre Royal Bath Productions, Birmingham Rep and Kenny Wax revival of Lyric Hammersmith Theatre's universally acclaimed, sell-out production of BUGSY MALONE which will open at Theatre Royal Bath with performances from 2 July 2022, followed by Birmingham Rep from 27 July 2022.  Find out who is in the show and how to get tickets!

National Theatre Will No Longer Broadcast HEX in Cinemas
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 21, 2021

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Hex, which was set to be broadcast to cinemas as a National Theatre Live from 17 March, will no longer be filmed due to cancelations because of  Covid-19.