The Vivienne

Full Cast Revealed For CINDERELLA At The Epstein Theatre This Christmas
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2025

Cinderella goes to the ball at Liverpool's Epstein Theatre this Christmas and the full cast which will enchant family audiences was revealed this afternoon on stage at the Hanover Street venue.

Baga Chipz Brings CHIP OFF THE OLD BLOCK Tour to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025

After the success of the Material Girl and Much Betta! tours, Baga Chipz is back - bigger, louder, MUCH BETTA than ever and coming to the Stephen Joseph Theatre.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 19, 2025- Stars Join SPELLING BEE Revival and More
by - Aug 19, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 19, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Watch the Trailer for DEAR VIV Documentary Honoring The Vivienne
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 18, 2025

Dear Viv, an original documentary feature film honoring the life and legacy of drag icon and stage performer The Vivienne will premiere August 28 on WOW Presents Plus in the US and on BBC Three and iPlayer in the UK. Watch the trailer now.

DRAG RACE UK Winner and Stage Performer The Vivienne Honored in New Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 7, 2025

Dear Viv, an original documentary feature film honoring the life and legacy of drag icon and stage performer The Vivienne will premiere August 28 on WOW Presents Plus.

New Shows Set For Summer and Autumn 2025 at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025

Six new visiting shows for 2025 at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre have been announced. The shows will go on general sale at 10am on Wednesday 2 April. Learn more here!

DRAG RACE UK Winner and Stage Performer The Vivienne Dies at Age 32
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2025

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that drag queen The Vivienne, aka James Lee Williams, has died at age 32. The performer died over the weekend, as confirmed by Publicist Simon Jones on social media.

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.

Kids Go Free At THE WIZARD OF OZ This Summer at the Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2024

A new Kids Go Free promotion has been launched for The Wizard of Oz this summer. The beloved musical, based on the iconic story by L. Frank Baum begins a strictly limited four-week summer season at the Gillian Lynne Theatre on Thursday 15 August following a record-breaking UK and Ireland tour.

Save Up to 51% on Tickets to THE WIZARD OF OZ at Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2024

Save up to 51% on tickets for The Wizard Of Oz at Gillian Lynne Theatre. Tickets are available from £20!

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.

Allan Stewart and Alex Bourne Join the West End Cast of THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024

Allan Stewart (Stones in His Pockets, West End, UK Tour, Toronto; STV Hello, Good Evening, Welcome) and Alex Bourne (Annie, West End, UK Tour, Toronto; Hairspray, UK Tour) will reprise their touring roles as The Wizard when The Wizard of Oz concludes its major UK and Ireland tour this summer. 

Presale Tickets Available For THE WIZARD OF OZ at the Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024

Tickets are available for presale now for The Wizard Of Oz at Gillian Lynne Theatre! Tickets are available for performances running 15 August 2024 - 08 September 2024.

THE WIZARD OF Oz Returns To The West End This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2024

The Wizard of Oz will conclude its major UK and Ireland tour with a season in London this summer, playing a strictly limited run of 38 performances only from Thursday 15 August – Sunday 8 September 2024 at the Gillian Lynne Theatre.

JLS Star Aston Merrygold Will Rejoin THE WIZARD OF OZ UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2024

JLS star Aston Merrygold will reprise his celebrated role as The Tin Man at select dates across the Wizard of Oz's UK and Ireland tour. Learn more about which cities you can catch him in here!

Our Top Shows in Merseyside and Cheshire This Festive Season
by Sarah OHara - Dec 15, 2023

Whether you’re looking for a pantomime, Christmas concert, a musical classic or a spooky story for the festive season, there’s plenty to enjoy at theatres across Merseyside and Cheshire this Winter.

Photos: First Look at Rehearsals for THE WIZARD OF OZ UK and Ireland Tour
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 7, 2023

Ahead of The Wizard of Oz opening at the Liverpool Empire for a three-week Christmas season on Wednesday 13 December, before a major UK and Ireland Tour first look rehearsal photography has been released. See all the new photos here.

Final Cast Set For THE WIZARD OF OZ UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2023

Final casting has been revealed for the UK and Ireland Tour of The Wizard of Oz which begins rehearsals today. The new musical, based on the iconic story by L. Frank Baum, opens its UK and Ireland tour following a celebrated run at the world-famous London Palladium.

Craig Revel Horwood, The Vivienne, and Gary Wilmot Join UK Tour of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Select Dates
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2023

Strictly Come Dancing's longest-standing judge, Craig Revel Horwood, and RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner and Dancing on Ice finalist, The Vivienne will both play The Wicked Witch of the West in the upcoming tour of The Wizard of Oz. Gary Wilmot will reprise his West End role as The Wizard. Learn more about the tour and find out how to get tickets here!

Aston Merrygold and The Vivienne Join THE WIZARD OF OZ at The Liverpool Empire; Full Tour Dates Announced
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2023

JLS star Aston Merrygold will play The Tin Man and Liverpool-raised, RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner and Dancing on Ice finalist, The Vivienne, The Wicked Witch of the West in The Wizard of Oz at the Liverpool Empire this Christmas. Learn more about the production and find out the full list of tour dates here!