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Epstein Theatre to Present THE WIZARD OF OZ This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 6, 2022


The Epstein Theatre will present The Wizard Of Oz from Friday 21 October to Sunday 30 October 2022. The stunning show promises to be packed with fantastic performances, fabulous costumes, and lots of laughs. The panto is directed by Olivia Sloyan.

Callum Scott Howells and Janet McTeer to Star in Upcoming National Theatre Productions
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 4, 2022


The National Theatre has announced upcoming programming, starring Callum Scott Howells, Janet McTeer and Fay Ripley, including three new productions, Shakespeare In Schools and a US tour.

Save up to 41% on HEATHERS THE MUSICAL
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 4, 2022


Save up to 41% on Heathers the Musical with tickets from £35

Cast Announced For BUT I'M A CHEERLEADER: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2022


Making the perfect dismount into The Turbine Theatre and playing, Megan, our typical, all American, high school senior with a love of cheerleading is Jessica Aubrey (Bedknobs and Broomsticks). Taking on role of True Directions' resident rebel will be Megan Hill (Maria Friedman and Friends - Legacy), as Graham.

Photos: First Look at SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2022


Direct from the West End, Bill Kenwright’s production of Saturday Night Fever returns this year, hitting the road this September, allowing audiences up and down the country a chance to experience the best-selling Bee Gees soundtrack live on stage in this spectacularly reimagined musical! Get a first look at photos here!

Interview: Andy Fickman Talks HEATHERS THE MUSICAL's Journey to Roku
by Michael Major - Sep 16, 2022


Eight years after its original Off-Broadway run, Heathers the Musical has made its way to The Roku Channel. BroadwayWorld caught up with Heathers director Andy Fickman to discuss the musical's journey, how it has grown since its Off-Broadway run, the musical's cult following, and where the show might be headed next.

BUT I'M A CHEERLEADER Returns To The Turbine in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2022


Back by popular demand, But I'm A Cheerleader: The Musical, which won audiences over with its charm and heart-warming story during its first run in February is back! Casting is yet to be announced, but expect catchy songs, lots of cheers and undeniable fun.

Cast Announced For FROM HERE TO ETERNITY at Charing Cross Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2022


The full cast has been announcedfor the brand new production of Tim Rice and Stuart Brayson's epic musical 'From Here To Eternity', with casting by Jane Deitch.

Exclusive: Watch a Clip of 'Freeze Your Brain' From The Roku Channel's HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Film
by Michael Major - Sep 12, 2022


The Roku Channel will premiere a new live capture of Heathers the Musical filmed at The Other Palace in the U.K. this week. BroadwayWorld has shared an exlcusive clip from the upcoming film, featuring Ailsa Davidson as Veronica Sawyer and Simon Gordon as J.D. Watch the new video clip of 'Freeze Your Brain' now!

VIDEO: Watch the New Trailer for HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL Live Capture on Roku
by Michael Major - Sep 7, 2022


Roku has shared the trailer for their live capture of the stage adaptation of the hit West End musical 'Heathers: The Musical.' Andy Fickman directs the musical, with book, music and lyrics by Kevin Murphy and Laurence O'Keefe. Fickman, Murphy and O'Keefe will also produce. Watch the new video trailer now!

Erin Caldwell & Nathanael Landskroner to Join HEATHERS THE MUSICAL in the West End This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 1, 2022


With the graduating cast leaving the halls of Westerberg High, it’s time to welcome in some new students to the cast of Heathers the Musical. Taking on the role of high school geek Veronica Sawyer will be Erin Caldwell and at her side as the dark and moody teen Jason ‘J.D’ Dean is Nathanael Landskroner.

SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER is Touring The UK This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2022


Direct from the West End, Bill Kenwright's production of Saturday Night Fever returns this year, hitting the road this September, allowing audiences up and down the country a chance to experience the best-selling Bee Gees soundtrack live on stage in this spectacularly reimagined musical which promises to have you grabbing your boogie shoes and dancing in the aisles!

HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL to Premiere on The Roku Channel in September
by Michael Major - Aug 2, 2022


Roku announced that it will exclusively bring a live capture of the stage adaptation of the hit West End musical “Heathers: The Musical” to The Roku Channel as a Roku Original special. The musical was filmed at The Other Palace, where it started its U.K. journey in 2018. Watch a sneak peek video of the upcoming special now!

Full Cast Announced For BLOOD BROTHERS, Including the Return of Niki Colwell Evans and Sean Jones
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2022


Bill Kenwright's legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, BLOOD BROTHERS returns to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre this autumn. The much-loved musical, performed to sell-out houses on its recent UK tour and returns with gusto from 13 – 17 September 2022.

Full Cast Announced For Oscar Wilde's THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Leeds Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2022


The cast includes Phoebe Campbell (Cecily), Valentine Hanson (Merriman/Lane), Joanne Henry (Miss Prism), Daniel Jacob (Lady Bracknell), Adele James (Gwendolen), Abiola Owokoniran (Algernon Moncrieff), Anita Reynolds (Dr. Chasuble) and Justice Ritchie (John Worthing).

The Other Palace Extends MILLENNIALS and HEATHERS, Plus New Writing Partnership
by Stephi Wild - Jul 26, 2022


The Other Palace has announced that following the world premiere of the new musical Millennials, written and composed by Elliot Clay, the show will extend for a further 4 weeks of performances over the summer, due to finish on Sunday 4 September 2022.

BLOOD BROTHERS Returns to UK Tour This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2022


Blood Brothers is returning to the stage for a 16-week tour which begins on 28 July at Theatre Royal Windsor. The tour will run 28 July – 03 December 2022.

Shakespeare In The Squares Announces Full Cast For THE TEMPEST
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2022


Shakespeare in the Squares today announces the full cast for their fifth anniversary production of Shakespeare's The Tempest. Sioned Jones directs Mark Carlisle, Laura Gomez Garcia, Indigo Griffiths, Phyllis Ho, Ellis Kerkhoven, William Shackleton, Wilf Walsworth and Sasha Wilson.

Save up to 55% on HEATHERS THE MUSICAL!
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 5, 2022


Following two smash hit London seasons and the WhatsOnStage award for BEST NEW MUSICAL, Heathers the Musical is back!

Wake Up With BWW 4/29: Ramin Karimloo to Miss FUNNY GIRL Performances Due to COVID, and More
by - Apr 29, 2022


Ramin Karimloo revealed that he has tested positive for Covid, and will be out of Funny Girl on Broadway for 10 days. In happier news, Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a new Broadway production, Cost of Living, for its upcoming 2022-2023 season. Plus, Heathers will be filmed in the West End next month for a later release on screen!

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