Howard Panter News

Following record-breaking, sold-out seasons in London and across the UK, Fiddler on the Roof has announced it will play Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre.

Freddie Fox will make his musical theatre debut in HIGH SOCIETY at the Barbican Theatre, with the full cast now announced for the summer production. Learn more here!

The Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation welcomed theater artists and industry leaders to Gotham Hall this past Monday for its annual Gala, where Tony Award-winning director Bartlett Sher was honored with the Mr. Abbott Award. See photos of the event.

Richard O'Brien's THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is continuing its journey across the UK, bringing its unique blend of glam, glitter and outrageous fun to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Monday 13 – Saturday 18 April 2026.

The razor-sharp wit of Cole Porter will return to the Barbican next summer in a new production of Porter’s musical masterpiece HIGH SOCIETY. Learn more here!

British Airways has been unveiled as the first Founding Partner of Olympia, a collaboration which will bring together two iconic British heritage brands in a multi-year, multi-million-pound agreement.

Global live entertainment company Trafalgar Entertainment has announced that Melanie Dhawan joins the business today (Monday 17 November) as Chief Financial Officer.

Dame Rosemary Squire OBE has rejoined the Society of London Theatre Board, whilst Chris Stafford has joined the Board of UK Theatre. Learn more about their appointments here!

The Shubert Organization and Trafalgar Entertainment have announced a 50:50 Joint Venture partnership for the ownership and operation of the new flagship, state of the art, 1,575 seat Olympia Theatre.

Bartlett Sher will be honored with Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's “Mr. Abbott” Award, given to a director or choreographer in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Broadway.

Back by popular demand, singing superstar Jason Donovan will return to the iconic role of Frank ‘n’ Furter in Richard O’Brien’s legendary Rocky Horror Show for the 2026 UK tour.

The Stratford Festival has announced the appointment of Jonathan Church as Artistic Director. A dual U.K.-Canada citizen, Church is one of the most respected figures in theatre. He has directed more than 50 productions.

The iconic Theatre Royal Sydney has announced a major milestone, surpassing 1 million tickets sold since reopening in December 2021 following a major redevelopment.

Dame Rosemary Squire has called on the theatre industry to shorten show durations, citing modern audience concerns over late-night travel, early workdays, and overall comfort in historic venues.

Acclaimed award-winning actor Rosalie Craig will return to the West End stage this summer to star as June Levant in the London premiere of Good Night, Oscar.

Further casting for the West End premiere of Good Night, Oscar has been confirmed, with Ben Rappaport joining Emmy and Tony Award-winner Sean Hayes this summer, reprising his acclaimed role as legendary talk show host Jack Paar.

Bradford Council have announced that, following the completion of a successful competitive tender process, leading global live entertainment company Trafalgar Entertainment has been named as the new operator for Bradford's newest live music and entertainment venue, BRADFORD LIVE.

Bradford Council has announced that, following the completion of a successful competitive tender process, Trafalgar Entertainment has been named as the new operator for Bradford's newest live music and entertainment venue, BRADFORD LIVE.

Emmy and Tony Award-winner Sean Hayes will reprise his Tony Award-winning performance in Good Night, Oscar at the Barbican Theatre this summer. Learn more here!

Following a triumphant sold-out season at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre last year, Fiddler on the Roof will transfer to London’s Barbican Theatre this summer, followed by a major UK and Ireland tour.