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Full Cast Set For London Première of FAREWELL MISTER HAFFMANN at Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

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!

DIE HARD Parody YIPPEE KI YAY is Coming to Chicago This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024

On the 36th anniversary of DIE HARD’s original release in theaters, Broadway In Chicago and James Seabright will present YIPPEE KI YAY, Richard Marsh’s acclaimed rhyming retelling of classic (festive?) film Die Hard. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Australian Premiere DIE HARD Parody YIPPEE KI YAY Comes to Adelaide Fringe This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2024

After acclaimed UK and US tours and two years at the Edinburgh Fringe, where the show was named Pick of the Fringe, Yippee Ki Yay will make its Australian debut at Adelaide Fringe. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

YIPPEE KI YAY: One-Man Parody of DIE HARD to Play at The Huntington
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2023

Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter with 'Yippee Ki Yay' - a hilarious one-man parody of the classic film 'Die Hard'! Book your tickets now for an evening of side-splitting entertainment!

Richard Marsh's YIPPEE KI YAY To Return For London Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2023

Following a critically acclaimed season at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2022, a Christmas season at Islington's Kings Head Theatre and a UK tour, James Seabright will present Richard Marsh's achingly funny rhyming retelling of classic film Die Hard at Wilton's Music Hall this April. One of the Picks of the Fringe in The Stage and Recommended by The British Comedy Guide, this is a classic that's not to be missed. 

The Disney Bundle Announces Halloween Streaming Lineup
by Michael Major - Sep 14, 2022

This year, Hulu’s iconic “Huluween,” now in its fifth year, and Disney+’s “Hallowstream” celebration make the Disney Bundle the ultimate destination for every kind of Halloween viewer, whether you’re looking for scares, sass, or even sports. Check out the complete lineup from Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN!

20th Digital Studio & Hulu to Partner for BITE SIZE HALLOWEEN
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2022

The films will expand directly on the shorts from the “BITE SIZE HALLOWEEN” collection, featuring previous writers or directors, or inspired by past shorts. The films deal with topical social issues such as mental health, ecological collapse, reproductive rights, interracial adoption and online hysteria.

BWW Review: 15 HEROINES, Jermyn Street Theatre Online
by Louise Penn - Nov 9, 2020

15 Heroines is a major new digital project by Jermyn Street Theatre in collaboration with Digital Theatre Plus. Taking Ovid’s Heroides as inspiration they reach back across thousands of years and into the cultures of the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and Africa, the heroines are rehabilitated and placed in a modern setting.

Jermyn Street Theatre Announces Casting For 15 HEROINES Casting
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2020

Following the announcement last month that Jermyn Street Theatre has joined forces with Digital Theatre to present the major production, 15 Heroines, today the theatre reveals the full casting for this groundbreaking project.

VIDEO: Broadway and UK Musicians of The Craze Perform 'The Brighton Line' From ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2020

The original line up of The Craze joined forces with some of their compadres from Broadway and the International tour to conclude the Lockdown Skiffle Sessions.

Broadway Rewind: James Corden Returns to Broadway in ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 31, 2020

Today we rewind to 2012, when One Man, Two Guvnors opened on Broadway. The play opened on April 18 at the Music Box Theatre, where it ran for 159 performances.

Acorn TV Features DVD Debut of BBC One's GOLD DIGGER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2020

Acorn TV will feature the DVD debut of BBC One's thrilling romantic drama GOLD DIGGER on August 11, 2020. Emmy award-winning actress Julia Ormond (Mad Men, Howard's End) and acclaimed actor Ben Barnes star in this twisty British 'domestic noir' about a woman who meets a much younger man on her 60th birthday.

BWW Feature: Our Favourite Outdoor Theatre Memories
by Marianka Swain - Jun 18, 2020

This summer, we're sadly not going to be seeing all the outdoor theatre that we've loved in past years - whether at venues like Regent's Park and Shakespeare's Globe or dedicated festivals and other open-air arts gatherings. So, until we can welcome all these wonderful events back again, BroadwayWorld reviewers are paying tribute to them with some of our favourite memories!

VIDEO: Watch a ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS Reunion With James Corden and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2020

James Corden (Francis Henshall), Oliver Chris (Stanley Stubbers), Jemima Rooper (Rachel Crabbe), Nick Hytner (director) and Richard Bean (writer) reunited on a Zoom call to chat about One Man, Two Guvnors for National Theatre at Home!

BWW Review: ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS, National Theatre At Home
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 3, 2020

Wouldn't it be ironic that the time that the whole of the UK (and indeed the world) really fell in love with theatre was when no-one could actually go there? Millions of people who already love the performing arts are desperately missing their fixes. But now this virus is the great equaliser; everyone is at home, yet still want and need to be entertained.

BWW Interview: Vikki Stone Talks #ZoologicalSociety
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 30, 2020

We caught up with composer and comedian Vikki Stone to chat about the release of her concept album #ZoologicalSociety.

Concept Album For New Digital Musical #ZoologicalSociety To Be Streamed Free Online
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2020

Royal & Derngate today announced that it is releasing a concept album on 27 March for a new digital musical commissioned for online and social media distribution called #ZoologicalSociety and written by multi-award-winners Vikki Stone and Katie Mulgrew. The release will be launched with a live concert performance at BEAM 2020, the UK's leading showcase of new British musical theatre, taking place at Royal & Derngate. In line with the announcement, a short film by award-winning animator Tim Wheatley has been released to introduce each of the musical's characters and the album will be available to stream or to download from all leading streaming services including Spotify, Amazon and Apple alongside Royal & Derngate's website.

CW Seed Lands Licensing Agreement With BBC Studios
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 8, 2020

 CW Seed, The CW's free, ad-supported digital network, has acquired the second window, non-exclusive streaming rights to 14 series from BBC Studios. The pact will bring more than 200 episodes and 150 hours of scripted library content to the platform. The announcement was made today by Rick Haskins, Executive Vice President, Marketing and Digital Platforms, The CW.

Photo Flash: First Look at [BLANK] at the Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2019

Alice Birch's heartbreaking new play reaches across society to explore the impact of the criminal justice system on women and their families.

THE ANTIPODES Leads October's Top 10 New London Shows
by Marianka Swain - Sep 24, 2019

London is never short of temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From Annie Baker's latest to Ealing comedy and a royal reunion, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews, interviews and features!