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Helen George and Felicity Kendal Will Lead Cole Porter's HIGH SOCIETY at London's Barbican Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025

The razor-sharp wit of Cole Porter will return to the Barbican next summer in a new production of Porter’s musical masterpiece HIGH SOCIETY. Learn more here!

British Airways Revealed as Founding Partner of the Transformed Olympia Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025

British Airways has been unveiled as the first Founding Partner of Olympia, a collaboration which will bring together two iconic British heritage brands in a multi-year, multi-million-pound agreement.

Melanie Dhawan Joins Trafalgar Entertainment as CFO
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025

Global live entertainment company Trafalgar Entertainment has announced that Melanie Dhawan joins the business today (Monday 17 November) as Chief Financial Officer.

Dame Rosemary Squire OBE and Chris Stafford Join SOLT and UK Theatre Boards 
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025

Dame Rosemary Squire OBE has rejoined the Society of London Theatre Board, whilst Chris Stafford has joined the Board of UK Theatre. Learn more about their appointments here!

Shubert Organization and Trafalgar Entertainment Will Partner on Ownership and Operation of the Olympia Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025

The Shubert Organization and Trafalgar Entertainment have announced a 50:50 Joint Venture partnership for the ownership and operation of the new flagship, state of the art, 1,575 seat Olympia Theatre.

Bartlett Sher to Receive 2026 SDC Foundation 'Mr. Abbott' Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025

Bartlett Sher will be honored with Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's “Mr. Abbott” Award, given to a director or choreographer in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Broadway.

Jason Donovan Will Return to THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW For UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025

Back by popular demand, singing superstar Jason Donovan will return to the iconic role of Frank ‘n’ Furter in Richard O’Brien’s legendary Rocky Horror Show for the 2026 UK tour.

Stratford Festival Reveals Jonathan Church as Next Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025

The Stratford Festival has announced the appointment of Jonathan Church as Artistic Director. A dual U.K.-Canada citizen, Church is one of the most respected figures in theatre. He has directed more than 50 productions.

Theatre Royal Sydney Celebrates Over 1 Million Tickets Sold Since 2021 Reopening
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2025

The iconic Theatre Royal Sydney has announced a major milestone, surpassing 1 million tickets sold since reopening in December 2021 following a major redevelopment.

GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR West End Further Casting Revealed
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2025

Further casting for the West End premiere of Good Night, Oscar has been confirmed, with Ben Rappaport joining Emmy and Tony Award-winner Sean Hayes this summer, reprising his acclaimed role as legendary talk show host Jack Paar.

Trafalgar Entertainment Named As Operator For Bradford Live �" The Beating Heart Of Bradford
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2025

Bradford Council have announced that, following the completion of a successful competitive tender process, leading global live entertainment company Trafalgar Entertainment has been named as the new operator for Bradford's newest live music and entertainment venue, BRADFORD LIVE.

Trafalgar Entertainment Named As Operator For Bradford Live
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025

Bradford Council has announced that, following the completion of a successful competitive tender process, Trafalgar Entertainment has been named as the new operator for Bradford's newest live music and entertainment venue, BRADFORD LIVE.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Will Open at the Barbican This Summer, Followed by UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

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.

Trafalgar Theatres Will Operate Eastbourne Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024

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. 

Improvement Work Starts At Southend's Cliffs Pavilion
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 24, 2024

Construction work has started this week on the extension, renovation, and improvement of Southend-on-Sea's iconic seafront venue, the Cliffs Pavilion.  The venue will remain open throughout the works which are expected to be completed in 2025.

Additional Cast Members Join THE DUCHESS (OF MALFI) Starring Jodie Whittaker
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2024

Further casting has been revealed for Zinnie Harris’ acclaimed production of The Duchess (Of Malfi). Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Extends UK Tour and Reveals New Casting
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2024

Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical the Rocky Horror Show has announced a three-month extension – adding additional dates from February – May 2025 - and further casting for the 2024/25 major UK Tour.