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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.

Video: Watch Steve Coogan In DR. STRANGELOVE Live Capture Preview
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2025

Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove. Watch a video from the pro-shot now!

Video: DR. STRANGELOVE Trailer Ahead of Cinema Release Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025

The stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s Dr. Strangelove is coming to cinemas from National Theatre Live next month. Check out an all new trailer here!

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!

DR. STRANGELOVE Will Come to Cinemas From National Theatre Live
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

The stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s Dr. Strangelove is coming to cinemas from National Theatre Live. Learn more about when to catch this show in theaters here!

Photos: DR. STRANGELOVE at the Noël Coward Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2024

All new production photos have been released from the first ever adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove, starring seven-time BAFTA award winner Steve Coogan as Dr Strangelove, President Merkin Muffley, Group Captain Lionel Mandrake and Major TJ Kong.

Photos: DR. STRANGELOVE in Rehearsal With Steve Coogan and More
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2024

New rehearsal photos have been released for the first ever adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove, starring seven-time BAFTA award winner Steve Coogan as Dr Strangelove, President Merkin Muffley, Group Captain Lionel Mandrake and Major TJ Kong.

Cast Set For Steve Coogan-Led DR. STRANGELOVE in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024

As rehearsals began this  week for the first ever adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove, starring seven-time BAFTA award winner Steve Coogan as Dr Strangelove, President Merkin Muffley, Group Captain Lionel Mandrake and Major TJ Kong, the full cast has been announced. 

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.

The Old Rep Theatre Reveals Cast And Creative Team For PETER PAN THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023

The Old Rep Theatre have announced the professional cast and creative team behind this year's Christmas adventure Peter Pan the Musical. Learn more about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!