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Photos: BARNUM Hits the Road on UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026

All new production photos have been released from Barnum, the classic Broadway musical by Cy Coleman (music), Michael Stewart (lyrics) and Mark Bramble (book) that celebrates the life of the world’s greatest showman, P.T. Barnum.

Photos: Lee Mead and More Rehearse for BARNUM UK Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 23, 2026

Bill Kenwright Ltd is getting ready to present Barnum, the classic Broadway musical by Cy Coleman (music), Michael Stewart (lyrics) and Mark Bramble (book) that celebrates the life of the world’s greatest showman, P.T. Barnum. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsals!

Full Cast Set For BARNUM UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025

Casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of Barnum, the classic Broadway musical by Cy Coleman (music), Michael Stewart (lyrics) and Mark Bramble (book) that celebrates the life of the world's greatest showman, P.T. Barnum.

BARNUM Extends UK Tour Into Autumn 2026 Due To Demand
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2025

Due to huge demand, the tour will be extending into the autumn of next year, with Matt Rawle reprising his critically acclaimed performance in the title role, first seen at the Watermill Theatre in 2024.

A History of EVITA and the Women Who Have Played Eva Perón
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2025

With the Jamie Lloyd production of Evita in the works, we're revisiting some of the most iconic Evas to grace the stage and screen, from Elaine Paige to Patti LuPone, most recently Auli'i Cravalho, and of course, Madonna.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards; BURLESQUE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 10, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: BARNUM, Watermill Theatre
by Mica Blackwell - Jul 10, 2024

The Watermill’s dazzling production fully immerses the audience into the showman’s wondrous world in spite of its inherent script issues. With an all-round talented cast led by the ever charismatic Matt Rawle, you’d be justified if you wanted to run away and join the circus after watching this.

Photos: First Look at BARNUM at the Watermill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2024

All new photos have been released from the Watermill Theatre's production of Barnum, the venue’s summer musical that is now playing. Check out the photos here!

Video: BARNUM at the Watermill Theatre Hits the Recording Studio
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 30, 2024

Barnum, Newbury’s Watermill Theatre's spectacular summer musical is set to begin this week. Hear a recording of 'Come Follow the Band' and see rehearsal clips in the video here!

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsal for the BARNUM At Watermill Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2024

Go inside Newbury’s Watermill Theatre as the high-flying cast and creative team of Barnum, the venue’s spectacular summer musical, get busy in the rehearsal room! Check out photos of the cast in action below. 

Matt Rawle, Monique Young & More to Star in BARNUM at The Watermill Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024

The Watermill Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for Barnum, the venue’s spectacular summer musical. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: MOANA Star Auli'i Cravalho Sings EVITA's 'Don't Cry For Me Argentina'
by Michael Major - Jul 26, 2023

Moana star Auli’l Cravalho appeared on ITV's This Morning to perform 'Don't Cry For Me Argentina' ahead of taking on the title role in Evita later this month. Watch the video now, which also includes an interview where Cravalho discusses Moana, the SAG-AFRTA strike, preparing for Evita, and more.

Full Cast Revealed For EVITA IN CONCERT Starring Auli'i Cravalho at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023

Full casting has been announced and an additional performance added for Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Tony Award-winning Evita at the iconic Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 31 July & 1 August.     

Auli'i Cravalho Will Star in EVITA Concert Performances in London This Summer
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 17, 2023

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award-winning Evita returns to the West End this summer in an all-star concert at the iconic Theatre Royal Drury Lane, accompanied by the 30-piece London Musical Theatre Orchestra (LMTO).

BWW Interview: Ricardo Afonso Talks ZORRO: THE MUSICAL IN CONCERT at Cadogan Hall
by Laura Fuller - Feb 13, 2020

Ricardo Afoinso talks to BroadwayWorld UK about his next outing as Zorro/Diego in Zorro: The Musical in concert at Cadogan Hall on 23 February

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal for Trevor Nunn's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at New Wolsey Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 10, 2016

Rehearsals have begun for Sir Trevor Nunn's production of William Shakespeare's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, running at the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich from Thursday 16 June to Saturday 9 July 2016. Check out photos below!

Full Cast Set for Trevor Nunn's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at New Wolsey Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - May 17, 2016

?Today, rehearsals have begun for Sir Trevor Nunn's production of William Shakespeare's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, running at the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich from Thursday 16 June to Saturday 9 July 2016.