The Shows That Made Us: ONCE
by Eleni Cashell - Sep 30, 2020
BWW contributor Eleni Cashell explains how Once helped her heal after heartbreak.
BWW Interview: Declan Bennett on JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Marianka Swain - Jul 14, 2016
Actor and musician Declan Bennett has successfully maintained dual, often intersecting careers as a singer-songwriter and musical theatre performer. He's had chart hits both with band Point Break and as a solo artist, and has tackled several iconic roles, including Roger in a US tour and Broadway run of Rent, Guy in the UK premiere of Once, and now Jesus in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Jesus Christ Superstar. This new production at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre celebrates 45 years since the show first opened, and the intimate, gig-like experience - with performers playing instruments - promises to be very different to the recent arena tour.
Winternitz Continues Opposite Ronan Keating In ONCE, From November!
by Carrie Dunn - Aug 29, 2014
Today (29 August 2014), the producers of Once announce that Jill Winternitz will be continuing in the role of Girl opposite the previously announced Ronan Keating as Guy. Keating will be joining the Olivier award-winning musical on 17 November 2014, with press night on Tuesday 25 November 2014. Once is currently booking at the Phoenix Theatre to 4 July 2015.
OLIVIERS 2014: Reflection - Best Actress In A Musical
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Apr 14, 2014
Zrinka Cvitesic was declared the winner of Best Actress In A Musical at 2014 Olivier Awards and reviewer Natalie O'Donoghue reflects on the result. It was a tough category, but was it the right decision? She's not sure...
Photo Flash: First Look at Arthur Darvill in West End's ONCE
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 26, 2014
The six-time Olivier nominated musical Once welcomes Arthur Darvill who plays Guy opposite Zrinka Cvitesic as Girl. Darvill joined the London production having played the role on Broadway. Check out a first look at Darvill in the cast below!
Photo Flash: West End's ONCE Charity Gala - New Cast, Celebs & More!
by Christina Mancuso - Mar 18, 2014
Last night (17 March 20134) the six-time Olivier award nominated musical Once celebrated its first birthday in the West End, joining forces with the charity Oxfam specifically fundraising for their Mother Appeal. Also celebrating St Patrick's Day, the production welcomed their new cast led by Arthur Darvill, who joins the London production having played the role on Broadway. Darvill plays opposite Zrinka Cviteši? as Girl. Check out the photos below!
BroadwayWorld.com Italy... in London!
by Nino Prattico - Feb 24, 2014
Stai pianificando un viaggio a Londra? Non sai che musical vedere e/o vuoi sapere quali sono i migliori su piazza? Ecco un resoconto della mia esperienza londinese, nella speranza che il mio personalissimo punto di vista possa esserti d'aiuto nell'orientarti nel West End della Capitale inglese. Nello stilare questa 'graduatoria' ho fatto delle scelte un po' impopolari e aspetto di essere contraddetto. Ad ogni modo, enjoy it!
Stai pianificando un viaggio a Londra? Non sai che musical vedere e/o vuoi sapere quali sono i migliori su piazza? Ecco un resoconto della mia esperienza londinese, nella speranza che il mio personalissimo punto di vista possa esservi d'aiuto nell'orientarvi nel West End della Capitale inglese. Nello stilare questa 'graduatoria' ho fatto delle scelte un po' impopolari e aspetto di essere contraddetto. Ad ogni modo, enjoy it!
West End's ONCE Releases EP - Stream Here!
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 13, 2013
After much public demand, the London cast of Once have recorded a five-song EP, now streaming online. Featuring Falling Slowly, Gold, Say It To Me Now, When Your Mind's Made Up and North Strand. Check out the renditions below!
Photo Flash: First Look at Declan Bennett, Zrinka Cvitesic and More in West End's ONCE
by Christina Mancuso - Oct 22, 2013
The eight time Tony award-winning musical Once is currently booking at the Phoenix Theatre to 31 May 2014. With a cast led by Declan Bennett and Zrinka Cviteši? as Guy and Girl respectively, John Tiffany's West End production of the hit musical opened at the Phoenix Theatre in April this year where it has been acclaimed by audiences and critics alike. At each performance, live on stage, the Company play 10 CF Martin guitars, 2 violins, 1 melodica, 1 cello, 2 mandolins, 1 ukelele, 1 bass guitar, 1 banjo, 2 cajon's, 1 drum kit, 1 piano, 1 harmonica and 1 concertina and on the West End's only on stage bar, audience members can join the cast for the start of the show and at the interval. Check out a first look below!
TV: Behind The Scenes Of ONCE!
by Robert Diamond - May 29, 2013
Our reporter Alice Chappell goes behind the scenes of ONCE, which is garnering rave reviews at London's Phoenix Theatre.