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Review: THE BODYGUARD at Alte Oper, Frankfurt And On Tour In The UK
by André Böke - Apr 5, 2026

The touring production of The Bodyguard arrives at a pivotal moment in its continental journey. After stops in Zurich, Munich and Berlin, interspersed with various UK engagements including London, the show now plays its final German date at the Alte Oper Frankfurt. From here, it will return to British venues through mid-year. There is, accordingly, a sense of culmination in the air: a production taking its last bow on German soil before retreating to its home circuit. And what a send-off it proves to be.

French and Saunders Will Play The Ugly Sisters in CINDERELLA Pantomime
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026

The 11th season of The London Palladium Pantomime has been announced and comedy legends French & Saunders will reunite on stage in the West End for the first time in 17 years in the magical rags-to-riches fairytale Cinderella.

The London Palladium Pantomime 10th Anniversary Season Breaks Venue Records
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026

The London Palladium Pantomime broke records at the world-famous venue as it celebrated its 10th anniversary season with the magical fairytale adventure, Sleeping Beauty.

Catherine Tate Will Star in SLEEPING BEAUTY Pantomime at the London Palladium
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2025

The London Palladium Pantomime will celebrate its 10th anniversary season at the world-famous venue this Christmas with the magical fairytale adventure, Sleeping Beauty. Learn more here!

ROBIN HOOD Becomes The London Palladium's Best-selling Pantomime
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

As the curtain fell on yesterday's closing performance of the annual West End spectacle of the Palladium Pantomime, this year's production Robin Hood has become the most successful of them all.

The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks Add Additional Dates in the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024

Further dates have been set for The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks as The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.

Ore Oduba to Join CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2024

Ore Oduba will play the role of Caractacus Potts in the new production of the most fantasmagorical musical of all time CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, Kings Theatre Glasgow
by Mary Baillie - Aug 29, 2024

Reinventing popular movies as stage musicals is a tricky road to navigate, but this Chitty Chitty Bang Bang shifts into high gear, potentially overtaking the original.

The Vivienne Joins the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024

The Vivienne will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.

CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Comes to Milton Keynes in July
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024

In Chitty Chitty Bang Bang we meet absent-minded inventor Caractacus Potts who restores a broken-down old racing car with the help of his children Jemima and Jeremy. Soon the family discover the car has magical powers, and along with the delectable Truly Scrumptious, the family end up on a hilarious fantastical adventure to far-off lands. 

Jane McDonald & Julian Clary to Star in 2024 London Palladium Panto ROBIN HOOD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2024

The London Palladium Pantomime will return to the West End for a ninth year, with a brand-new production of Robin Hood. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Charlie Brooks Joins the Cast of the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024

Charlie Brooks will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. The tour opens at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton on Tuesday 30 April 2024 where it plays until 12 May 2024, before embarking on a UK tour.

THE DRIFTERS GIRL Comes to The King's Theatre, Glasgow This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024

THE DRIFTERS GIRLS comes to The King's Theatre, Glasgow from 9-13 April 2024. Learn more about the cast here!

Further Casting Set For UK Tour Of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2024

Elaine C. Smith will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG opening at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton on Tuesday 30 April 2024 where it plays until 12 May 2024, before embarking on a UK tour.

Emmerdale Star Liam Fox To Join Adam Garcia In The Cast Of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024

Emmerdale star Liam Fox joins Adam Garcia in the cast of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. Further casting announced, including Liam Fox as 'Grandpa Potts'.

Review: THE BODYGUARD, Theatre Royal Glasgow
by Mary Baillie - Jan 5, 2024

Adapted for the stage by Alexander Dinelaris, the piece follows bodyguard Frank Farmer (Ayden Callaghan) who is hired to protect music superstar Rachel Marron (Emily Williams) and her son Fletcher (Kaylen Luke) after she receives death threats from a harrowing stalker (Marios Nicolaides). Despite a rocky start, Rachel and Frank's relationship blossoms amidst familial tensions and increasing danger. 

Adam Garcia Will Star as Caractacus Potts in CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2023

Olivier-nominee Adam Garcia will star as Caractacus Potts in a new production of the most fantasmagorical musical of all time, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, opening at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton from Tuesday 30 April 2024, before embarking on a UK tour.

Photos: First Look at Carly Mercedes Dyer and More in THE DRIFTERS GIRL Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2023

Michael Harrison and David Ian have announced casting for the first-ever UK and Ireland tour of The Drifters Girl, the acclaimed new West End musical which tells the remarkable story of one of the world's greatest vocal groups and the woman who made them.

THE DRIFTERS GIRL Comes to Milton Keynes in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2023

Witness the new musical, which tells the remarkable story of one of the world's greatest vocal groups and the woman who made them, which comes to Milton Keynes on its first UK tour! Learn more about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!

Carly Mercedes Dyer and More Will Lead the UK Tour of THE DRIFTERS GIRL
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2023

Casting has been announced for the first-ever UK and Ireland tour of The Drifters Girl, the acclaimed new West End musical which tells the remarkable story of one of the world's greatest vocal groups and the woman who made them. Find out who's starring in the musical here!