Christopher Nightingale News

LORD OF THE RINGS Musical Enters Voluntary Administration After Australian Tour

by Joshua Wright — September 9, 2025

LORStage Asia Pacific has entered voluntary administration, according to an email from director Torben Brookman.

Paul Hilton to Play Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Old Vic

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 4, 2025

Paul Hilton will take on the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in Matthew Warchus’ A Christmas Carol, adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne at The Old Vic.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL UK Tour Finds Full Cast

by Stephi Wild — July 29, 2025

Casting has been announced for the upcoming tour of the Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Matilda The Musical, which this year celebrates 15 years on stage

New Cast Revealed For The Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA THE MUSICAL

by Stephi Wild — July 15, 2025

Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical which enters its 15th year in London this Autumn.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL To Welcome Jon Robyns As 'Miss Trunchbull', Two New Title Stars, and More

by A.A. Cristi — July 15, 2025

New casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical as it prepares to mark a major milestone: its 15th year in London this autumn.

Matthew Warchus &  Jack Thorne's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Will Return to NYC This Holiday Season

by Nicole Rosky — July 8, 2025

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Perelman Performing Arts Center will present the New York return of Matthew Warchus’ big hearted production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic, joyously adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne.

Photos: New Cast Joins MATILDA THE MUSICAL in London

by Stephi Wild — May 7, 2025

All new photos have been released from the Royal Shakespeare Company’s Matilda The Musical.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Adds New Dates to UK and Ireland Tour

by Stephi Wild — March 12, 2025

The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Matilda The Musical, based on Roald Dahl's beloved book, will add five further dates to its upcoming tour of the UK and Ireland.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Will Welcome New Children at the Cambridge Theatre

by Stephi Wild — February 11, 2025

The Royal Shakespeare Company will welcome new young performers to its multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical which is currently booking through to May 2026 at the Cambridge Theatre.

Review: THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE at State Theatre Sydney

by Kym Vaitiekus — January 13, 2025

Review: Kym Vaitiekus shares his thoughts on THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL UK & Ireland Tour Launches Open Casting Call

by A.A. Cristi — January 6, 2025

Matilda the Musical is getting ready to bring its revolting children on tour through the UK and Ireland.

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL, The Old Vic

by Aliya Al-Hassan — November 21, 2024

Despite mince pies being spotted in supermarkets since September, for many, Christmas in London doesn't really begin until Jack Thorne's adaptation of A Christmas Carol opens at The Old Vic theatre.

Australian TV Star Erik Thomson to Play Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL This Festive Season

by Blair Ingenthron — October 20, 2024

Producers GWB Entertainment have announced that Erik Thomson, one of Australia's most loved stars across film, television and theatre, will play the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol – Melbourne's new festive tradition.

Cast Set For Australian Tour of THE LORD OF THE RINGS - A MUSICAL TALE

by Stephi Wild — October 16, 2024

Producers of The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale, the stage production based on J.

THE LORD OF THE RINGS A MUSICAL TALE Comes to Theatre Royal Plymouth in 2025 Ahead of European Tour

by Stephi Wild — October 14, 2024

The Lord of the Rings - A Musical Tale will embark on a new journey as this timeless tale unfolds in this breathtaking theatrical production, playing Theatre Royal Plymouth from 4 – 11 October 2025.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Will Launch New Tour of UK and Ireland in October 2025

by Stephi Wild — October 8, 2024

The Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA THE MUSICAL will embark on a major new tour across the UK and Ireland starting October 2025, bringing the acclaimed production to new audiences.

Photos: MATILDA THE MUSICAL Welcomes New Cast Members

by A.A. Cristi — September 10, 2024

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that the multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is now booking through to 24 May 2026.

THE LORD OF THE RINGS - A MUSICAL TALE Will Make Australian Premiere Next Year

by Stephi Wild — August 15, 2024

The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale, the stage production based on J.

Video: 'Now and for Always' from THE LORD OF THE RINGS at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

by Joshua Wright — August 8, 2024

Watch as Sam (Michael Kurowski) and Frodo (Spencer Davis Milford) sing 'Now and for Always' from The Lord of the Rings the Musical, accompanied by Suzanne Hannau, Eileen Doan, Ben Mathew, and Adam Qutaishat.

Video: Fox 32 Live Visits the Cast of THE LORD OF THE RINGS: A MUSICAL TALE

by Blair Ingenthron — August 4, 2024

Watch Fox 32's Jake Hamilton interview actors Tom Amades (Gandalf) Michael Kurowski (Sam), and Spencer Davis Milford (Frodo) about THE LORD OF THE RINGS - A MUSICAL TALE in the video here.