Graham Norton News

Following the successful West End transfer of The Menier Chocolate Factory?s record-breaking production of La Cage Aux Folles, the Producers are delighted to announce the glamorous musical comedy will extend its run at the Playhouse Theatre. Stepping into the sequined shoes of La Cage Aux Folles star Albin is popular entertainer Graham Norton. He takes over the role from original cast member Douglas Hodge, who will be extending his critically acclaimed run in the production until January 17th 2009. Denis Lawson will also be extending his run in the production until January 17th 2009.

Outrageous TV chat show king Graham Norton, comedienne Mel Giedroyc, 'Hairspray' leading man Michael Ball, opera diva Lesley Garrett and the stars of 'Jersey Boys' are to add glamour to the biggest and glitziest gathering of stars in the theatre year - the Whatsonstage.com Theatregoers' Choice Awards launch party.

As BBC viewers will know, Andrew Lloyd Webber has been asked to bring Eurovision glory back to the shores of the UK, by penning next year's entry.

Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber says 'your country needs you'. The composer and lyricist has been chosen to help pick the UK's next Eurovision entry, in a overhaul of the BBC's selection show.

Reality TV merged with Musical Theatre again this weekend as presenter Graham Norton reunited with the 'Phantom Lord' Webber in BBC's I'd Do Anything, which aims to cast the roles of Oliver and Nancy for the upcoming Cameron Mackintosh production of Oliver! at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Following in the footsteps of previous searches, which earned Connie Fisher and Lee Meade leading roles in The Sound Of Music and Joseph And The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, twelve potential Nancys sang their hearts out in a bid to gain the votes of the viewing public.

On March 17, 2008 The GLAAD Media Awards were held at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.

BBC One raises the roof in its search for stars for the much loved, timeless British musical Oliver!. In 'I'd Do Anything' the challenge is on to find a new talent for the role of Nancy and a total of three young protégés who will take it in turns to play orphaned urchin Oliver

Hairspray, New Line Cinema's upcoming film version of the Broadway smash, premiered in the UK at the Odeon West End in central London on July 5th!

West End star John Barrowman is penning his autobiography.

Lee is the winner of Any Dream Will Do, and the star of the upcoming revival of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!

Well, it had to happen; the surprise exit that takes place on every reality show from American Idol to Big Brother occurred on Saturday. This leaves the path to the West End clear for an obvious winner. But will the public vote for Andrew's choice, or will we end up with a 'surprise' final? Glenn Meads takes a look at the runners and riders.

With 7 Josephs left on Eurovision Song Contest day, the competition has opened up, as clearly everyone has started to get that 'fighting instinct.' But who has the all round ability to sing on a West End stage, week after week? Even Graham Norton couldn't tell you that, it's up to the UK viewers, who vote. So, how did they do?

The finalists were announced in the BBC talent-search 'Any Dream Will Do,' where 12 young men compete for the lead in the up-coming West End production of 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.' Additionally, 'Grease Is The Word' musical casting-search debuted on ITV Saturday.

Hello twelve, hello fourteen. NBC kicked off the two-hour live episode of the Broadway casting extravaganza, 'Grease: You're the One that I Want,' with the top 12 contestants suddenly discovering two fallen stars were thrown back into the race...

According to Andrew Lloyd Webber's website, 'How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria' won an award as 'Best Entertainment Programme' at this year's Broadcast Awards.

'Any Dream Will Do,' Andrew Lloyd Webber's reality talent search follow-up to 'How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria?' is casting for the role of Joseph in a new production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

Performers interested in auditioning for the title role in Andrew Lloyd Webber's upcoming London revival of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat may now complete an online application form

Laura Michelle Kelly flies from Cherry Tree Lane to Middle Earth, Frances de la Tour stars in Boeing-Boeing and Lloyd Webber casts Joseph through reality TV

Composer and impresario Andrew Lloyd Webber will try for a second reality show succcess with 'Any Dream Will Do.'

Dirty Dancing officially opened last night at the West End's Aldwych Theatre in London. The musical is based on the 1987 film of the same name.