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Review: HERE COMES J EDGAR!, King's Head Theatre
by Clementine Scott - Jul 16, 2026
During his near-half century leading the FBI, J Edgar Hoover used illegal surveillance techniques on thousands of Americans allegedly connected with communism, curbed the influence of civil rights leaders, and caused damage to the US labour movement from which it has never recovered. A high-camp comedy musical about this sinister figure’s life, then, may seem like a tall order.
by Clementine Scott - Jul 16, 2026
During his near-half century leading the FBI, J Edgar Hoover used illegal surveillance techniques on thousands of Americans allegedly connected with communism, curbed the influence of civil rights leaders, and caused damage to the US labour movement from which it has never recovered. A high-camp comedy musical about this sinister figure’s life, then, may seem like a tall order.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 8, 2026- SIX To Welcome Two New Queens and More
by - Jul 8, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 8, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jul 8, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 8, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
HERE COMES J. EDGAR! Musical Eyes Broadway Transfer
by Michael Major - Jul 7, 2026
As Here Comes J. Edgar's long-awaited stage debut starts to sell out in the UK, Harry Shearer and Tom Leopold are already eyeing a Broadway and West End run. The musical is set to premiere at King's Head Theatre, after first airing on the radio.
by Michael Major - Jul 7, 2026
As Here Comes J. Edgar's long-awaited stage debut starts to sell out in the UK, Harry Shearer and Tom Leopold are already eyeing a Broadway and West End run. The musical is set to premiere at King's Head Theatre, after first airing on the radio.
Full Cast Set For HERE COMES J EDGAR! at King's Head Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2026
Marc Elliott of EastEnders joins Mad Men's Bryan Batt in the world premiere of HERE COMES J EDGAR!, a comedy musical by Harry Shearer and Tom Leopold, at King's Head Theatre in London.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2026
Marc Elliott of EastEnders joins Mad Men's Bryan Batt in the world premiere of HERE COMES J EDGAR!, a comedy musical by Harry Shearer and Tom Leopold, at King's Head Theatre in London.
Bryan Batt Will Make London Stage Debut in HERE COMES J EDGAR! at King's Head Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
Mad Men star Bryan Batt will make his London stage debut as J. Edgar Hoover in HERE COMES J EDGAR!, a comedy musical written by Harry Shearer and Tom Leopold, at King's Head Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
Mad Men star Bryan Batt will make his London stage debut as J. Edgar Hoover in HERE COMES J EDGAR!, a comedy musical written by Harry Shearer and Tom Leopold, at King's Head Theatre.
HERE COMES J EDGAR Comes to the King's Head Theatre in July
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
From July 10 to August 16, the eagerly awaited Here Comes J Edgar! machine guns its way onto the stage of King's Head Theatre, headed by a crack team of creatives.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
From July 10 to August 16, the eagerly awaited Here Comes J Edgar! machine guns its way onto the stage of King's Head Theatre, headed by a crack team of creatives.
Prolific Filmmaker and Actor Rob Reiner Dies at 78
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 15, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that prolific filmmaker Rob Reiner, director of such films as When Harry Met Sally... and The Princess Bride, has died at the age of 78.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 15, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that prolific filmmaker Rob Reiner, director of such films as When Harry Met Sally... and The Princess Bride, has died at the age of 78.
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2025 - Where to Watch PERCY JACKSON, New KNIVES OUT & More
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, find out what to stream this December, including the new season of Percy Jackson & the Olympians, the third Knives Out movie, Noah Baumbach's Jay Kelly, Season 5 of Emily and Paris, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, find out what to stream this December, including the new season of Percy Jackson & the Olympians, the third Knives Out movie, Noah Baumbach's Jay Kelly, Season 5 of Emily and Paris, and more.
Spinal Tap Concert Film Coming in 2026 with Josh Groban, Shania Twain & More
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2025
Rob Reiner's Spinal Tap at Stonehenge: The Final Finale concert film will hit theaters in 2026, following the fictional heavy metal band and featuring guest performances from Tony Award nominee Josh Groban, Shania Twain, and Eric Clapton. Check out the teaser trailer now.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2025
Rob Reiner's Spinal Tap at Stonehenge: The Final Finale concert film will hit theaters in 2026, following the fictional heavy metal band and featuring guest performances from Tony Award nominee Josh Groban, Shania Twain, and Eric Clapton. Check out the teaser trailer now.
Two Musical Premieres and More Set for King’s Head Theatre 2026 Spring Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2025
King’s Head Theatre has announced its Spring 2026 season, running January–August. Highlights include Levi Kreis’s new musical Already Perfect, Abigail Thorn in Blink, Patrick Wilde’s What’s Wrong with Angry?, and the world premiere of Harry Shearer’s Here Comes J. Edgar – A Musical Comedy. Tickets are on sale now.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2025
King’s Head Theatre has announced its Spring 2026 season, running January–August. Highlights include Levi Kreis’s new musical Already Perfect, Abigail Thorn in Blink, Patrick Wilde’s What’s Wrong with Angry?, and the world premiere of Harry Shearer’s Here Comes J. Edgar – A Musical Comedy. Tickets are on sale now.
Fred Armisen to Receive Ernie Kovacs Award at Dallas VideoFest
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2025
Comedian, writer, producer, and musician Fred Armisen is this year’s recipient of the annual Ernie Kovacs Award at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 22, at the historic Texas Theatre.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2025
Comedian, writer, producer, and musician Fred Armisen is this year’s recipient of the annual Ernie Kovacs Award at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 22, at the historic Texas Theatre.
Video: Spinal Tap and Elton John Reunite for 'Stonehenge' Single
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 31, 2025
Fictitious heavy metal legends Spinal Tap have teamed up with music icon Elton John for a re-recording of the band’s classic cut “Stonehenge.' Watch the new music video now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 31, 2025
Fictitious heavy metal legends Spinal Tap have teamed up with music icon Elton John for a re-recording of the band’s classic cut “Stonehenge.' Watch the new music video now!
Cyrus Deboo Will Bring THERE’S SOMETHING SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH CYRUS
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 12, 2025
Cyrus Deboo is a happy American Indian-Persian gay man born to immigrant parents. The happy part of all that hasn’t always been a constant though. It has taken a lot for him to get to that bit. In There’s Something Seriously Wrong with Cyrus he tells the sometimes turbulent, frequently hilarious and always authentic story of how he did it.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 12, 2025
Cyrus Deboo is a happy American Indian-Persian gay man born to immigrant parents. The happy part of all that hasn’t always been a constant though. It has taken a lot for him to get to that bit. In There’s Something Seriously Wrong with Cyrus he tells the sometimes turbulent, frequently hilarious and always authentic story of how he did it.
Susan Edsall Will Bring BUEN CAMINO to Edinburgh Fringe
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 12, 2025
Soaring Solo Studios and Fringe Management will present BUEN CAMINO, written and performed by Susan Edsall, developed with and directed by Jennifer Lynn Johnson.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 12, 2025
Soaring Solo Studios and Fringe Management will present BUEN CAMINO, written and performed by Susan Edsall, developed with and directed by Jennifer Lynn Johnson.
Molly McFadden Will Star in LIVING ON THE MOON at Edinburgh Fringe
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 11, 2025
M & B Productions in association with Fringe Management will present LIVING ON THE MOON, written and performed by Molly McFadden and directed by Michael Glavan. Music performed Jiana Peng and Konrad Binienda.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 11, 2025
M & B Productions in association with Fringe Management will present LIVING ON THE MOON, written and performed by Molly McFadden and directed by Michael Glavan. Music performed Jiana Peng and Konrad Binienda.
Annie Lux's CHARMING Will Play Edinburgh Fringe
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 11, 2025
Fringe Management and FiatLuxe will present the world premiere of CHARMING, A New Comedy by Annie Lux and directed by Lee Costello.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 11, 2025
Fringe Management and FiatLuxe will present the world premiere of CHARMING, A New Comedy by Annie Lux and directed by Lee Costello.
Sarah Baskin Will Lead A POEM AND A MISTAKE at Edinburgh Fringe
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 11, 2025
Fringe Management will present A POEM AND A MISTAKE, written by Cheri Magid, performed by Sarah Baskin, and directed by Michelle Bossy.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 11, 2025
Fringe Management will present A POEM AND A MISTAKE, written by Cheri Magid, performed by Sarah Baskin, and directed by Michelle Bossy.
THIS IS SPINAL TAP Returning to Theaters This July
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 6, 2025
Fathom Entertainment and Bleecker Street will bring the remastered, remixed, and definitive 4K restoration of This is Spinal Tap, the 1984 cult classic mockumentary masterpiece, to theatres on July 5-7.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 6, 2025
Fathom Entertainment and Bleecker Street will bring the remastered, remixed, and definitive 4K restoration of This is Spinal Tap, the 1984 cult classic mockumentary masterpiece, to theatres on July 5-7.
New Documentary Explores Career of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Nicky Hopkins
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2025
The 2024 documentary The Session Man: Nicky Hopkins, featuring commentary from Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Peter Frampton, Pete Townshend and more, explores the legendary 30-year career of Nicky Hopkins and his contributions to over 250 albums.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2025
The 2024 documentary The Session Man: Nicky Hopkins, featuring commentary from Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Peter Frampton, Pete Townshend and more, explores the legendary 30-year career of Nicky Hopkins and his contributions to over 250 albums.
SPINAL TAP II Lands September Release Date; Watch the First Teaser
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025
This Is Spinal Tap fans will only have to wait a little bit longer for the long-awaited sequel to the 1984 cult classic. Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, directed by Rob Reiner, will hit theaters on September 12 from Bleecker Street.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025
This Is Spinal Tap fans will only have to wait a little bit longer for the long-awaited sequel to the 1984 cult classic. Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, directed by Rob Reiner, will hit theaters on September 12 from Bleecker Street.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Harry Shearer been in?
Harry Shearer has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has Harry Shearer been in?
Harry Shearer has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Harry Shearer's first West End show?
Harry Shearer's first West End show was Daytona which opened in 2014
How many shows has Harry Shearer written?
Harry Shearer has written 1 shows including Here Comes J Edgar! (Writer).
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