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WHITE CHRISTMAS Will Play At The Dominion Theatre This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2019


Jamie Wilson, Mark Goucher, Gavin Kalin and Kevin McCollum will present the spectacular new Made at Curve production of Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at London's Dominion Theatre from Friday 15 November 2019 Saturday 4 January 2020, with a press night on Monday 25 November 2019. Tickets on sale Monday 25 March 2019 at 10.00am.

Lara Pulver And Stephen Mangan Join GUYS AND DOLLS At The Royal Albert Hall
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2018


It was today announced that Lara Pulver, Stephen Mangan, Sharon D. Clarke and Paul Nicholas will join the cast of Guys and Dolls at the Royal Albert Hall. Pulver who recently won an Olivier Award for her performance in Gypsy, and is known for her roles in Sherlock and Spooks, will play Sarah Brown. Stephen Mangan, who was in the West End earlier this year in an anniversary production of Harold Pinter's The Birthday Party, joins the cast as the narrator. Clarke, most recently on stage in acclaimed Caroline, or Change, will take the role of General Cartwright and Nicholas will be Arvide Abernathy. They join previously announced cast including Adrian Lester, Jason Manford, Meow Meow, Clive Rowe and Joe Stilgoe. Guys and Dolls will come to the iconic London venue for three performances between 19 - 20 October, directed and choreographed by Stephen Mear (Gypsy, Hello Dolly!, Mary Poppins) and featuring the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra. This will be the first time it has ever been presented in its entirety at the venue.

Curve Announces Full Casting for WHITE CHRISTMAS
by Julie Musbach - Sep 11, 2018


Curve and Jamie Wilson have revealed the full casting for the upcoming festive Made at Curve production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas.

BWW Review: SINGING IN THE RAIN Makes a Splash at Le Grand Palais - PARIS
by Michael Pereira - Jan 11, 2018


Old Hollywood glamour has come to Le Grand Palais in the form of Chatelet's production of Singing in the Rain.

Photo Exclusive: First Look at Theatre du Chatelet's SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at Le Grand Palais
by Roy Tan - Nov 28, 2017


Singin' in the Rain is back! As the Th tre du Ch telet is under construction, the event will take place under the beautiful nave of the Grand Palais. BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look below!

West End's GYPSY, CANDIDE with Chenoweth & LuPone and More Now Streaming on BroadwayHD
by BWW News Desk - Apr 14, 2016


BroadwayHD.com has announced its current and upcoming screenings for the month of April.

Olivier Award Winners 2016 - Full List Of Nominees And Winners!
by Carrie Dunn - Apr 3, 2016


Here's a full list of Olivier Award nominees and winners - we updated this story LIVE throughout the ceremony. Winners are indicated in bold type. Who were you cheering for?

Take Five! Spend Your Tea Break with Imelda Staunton
by Marianka Swain - Mar 30, 2016


Jonathan Kent's triumphant revival of GYPSY, starring Imelda Staunton as an indelible Momma Rose, leads the way at this Sunday's Olivier Awards with eight nominations. Staunton is hot favourite to pick up Best Actress in a Musical for her lauded performance, which fuelled hit runs at Chichester Festival Theatre and London's Savoy, as well as a BBC broadcast. Gypsy also scored Olivier nominations for Best Musical Revival, Kent's direction, Stephen Mear's choreography, Mark Henderson's lighting, and Lara Pulver, Dan Burton and Peter Davison in supporting roles.

Imelda Staunton-Led GYPSY Now Available to Stream on BroadwayHD
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 1, 2016


BroadwayHD  just announced that theater lovers can stream eight-time Olivier nominated Gypsy starring Imelda Staunton on BroadwayHD.com. This Best Musical Revival nominee opened at the Savoy Theatre in London's West End on April 15, 2015.

KINKY BOOTS, BECKHAM, Branagh, Cumberbatch Lead Olivier Awards Nominations!
by Carrie Dunn - Feb 29, 2016


The nominations for the Olivier Awards 2016 with MasterCard, the most prestigious event in the UK's theatrical calendar, were announced today (Monday 29 February) by past winners Michael Ball and Imelda Staunton at Rosewood London, the awards' official hotel partner.

2016 Olivier Award Nominations Announced; GYPSY & KINKY BOOTS Lead the Pack
by Robert Diamond - Feb 29, 2016


The nominations for the Olivier Awards 2016 with MasterCard, the most prestigious event in the UK's theatrical calendar, were announced today (Monday 29 February) by past winners Michael Ball and Imelda Staunton at Rosewood London, the awards' official hotel partner.

West End's GYPSY, Starring Imelda Staunton, Closes Today; Broadway Next?
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2015


Jonathan Kent's five-star production of Gypsy starring Imelda Staunton as Rose has its final performance today 28 November 2015, as previously announced.

Scoop: Talks Underway to Bring GYPSY Starring Imelda Staunton to Broadway!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 26, 2015


More good news, Baz Bamingboye reports in the UK Daily Mail that Broadway could indeed be next, writing 'We are actively pursuing and trying to work out the right way to go to New York with Imelda in Gypsy,' said Michael Harrison, who produced the show with David Ian. The Jonathan Kent production recouped its costs and made a profit for investors which (as we know) doesn't happen with every musical production.' He also notes '

Official: West End GYPSY Starring Imelda Staunton Is Being Filmed for Broadcast by BBC
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 6, 2015


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, plans have been underway for the BBC to film the London production of Gypsy this month, and now the news is official. According to the theatre's official Facebook page, equipment is in place to record the show for a later broadcast . 

West End's GYPSY Starring Imelda Staunton to Close, Nov. 28
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 24, 2015


Jonathan Kent's five-star production of Gypsy starring Imelda Staunton as Rose will have its final performance on 28 November 2015 as previously announced.   Having smashed the all time box office record at the Savoy Theatre and subsequently recouped, Kent's production originally opened at the Chichester Festival Theatre in October last year.  Following a second set of five-star reviews, producers Michael Harrison and David Ian announced an extension to the West End run in April.

Rialto Chatter: West End GYPSY Starring Imelda Staunton to Be Filmed for Broadcast, Release?
by Rialto Chatter - Sep 15, 2015


According to an email sent to a ticket buyer and alerted to BroadwayWorld.com, plans are underway for the BBC to film the London production during the first week of October for potential broadcast and release. At this time no official announcement of either has been made, and the Savoy Theatre's Twitter account has long denied filming being planned, but stay tuned to BroadwayWorld.com for the latest.

West End's GYPSY Breaks Savoy Box Office Records
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 29, 2015


Producers Michael Harrison and David Ian today announce that Jonathan Kent's 5 star production of Gypsy starring Imelda Staunton has smashed the all time box office record at the Savoy Theatre taking £408,300 for performances ending 25 April 2015. Harrison and Ian said: 'We are thrilled that this amazing record has been achieved in the 1089 seat Savoy Theatre and are delighted that we have been able to extend our run through November this year.'

New West End GYPSY Cast Album, Featuring Imelda Staunton, Released Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2015


The new West End GYPSY cast recording, featuring Imelda Staunton and Lara Pulver, is available today, April 27, 2015. First Night Records releases the album on digital and retail, with copies also available at the Savoy Theatre.

West End's GYPSY Extends Booking Period
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 20, 2015


Jonathan Kent's critically acclaimed production of Gypsy starring Imelda Staunton as the indomitable Rose today announces an extension to the run at the Savoy Theatre with booking now to 28 November 2015. Kent's production originally opened at the Chichester Festival Theatre in October last year with the West End transfer opening last week when the production received a second set of five star reviews.

BWW Reviews: GYPSY, Savoy Theatre, April 16, 2015
by N. Morrison - Apr 16, 2015


Ready or not, here comes Imelda! Gypsy's long overdue to the West End is a no-holds-barred triumph, with a talented cast led by powerhouse Imelda Staunton, immaculate direction and precise design. It is hard to imagine theatre better than this.

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