Starry Alumni, Sharp Satire and Hope For The Future In National Youth Theatre 60th Celebrations
by Marianka Swain
- Sep 19, 2016
Sixty years young, last night the National Youth Theatre celebrated its storied past, buoyant present and - with a heartfelt plea for more financial support - essential future in a star-studded diamond gala at Shaftesbury Theatre. Those NYT participants who joined the company in this glittering anniversary year really lucked out, noted my companion, but it was hard to find a dull moment in decades of pioneering, diverse and life-changing work, as illustrated by this affectionate revue.
Matt Smith, Hugh Bonneville, Timothy Dalton and Gina McKee Join National Youth Theatre 60th Anniversary Gala
by Marianka Swain
- Sep 5, 2016
Paul Roseby, Artistic Director and Chief Executive of the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain (NYT) has today announced the initial line-up of alumni who will join current members on stage in London's West End on 18th September for the company's Diamond Anniversary Gala. Taking to the stage at the Shaftesbury Theatre in celebration of the company's 60th birthday will be former members including: Matt Smith (Doctor Who), Daisy Lewis (Downton Abbey), Hugh Bonneville (Downton Abbey, Twenty Twelve, W1A), Timothy Dalton (James Bond), Jessica Hynes (Twenty Twelve, W1A) and Gina McKee (Our Friends in the North). More names are still to be announced.
BWW Interview: Phyllis Logan Talks DOWNTON and PRESENT LAUGHTER
by Marianka Swain
- Jul 18, 2016
Scottish actress Phyllis Logan has enjoyed a stellar career on stage and screen, with notable performances in Mike Leigh's Secrets & Lies and two British TV smash hits: Lady Jane in Lovejoy and, of course, eminently sensible housekeeper Mrs Hughes in Downton Abbey. She's returned to the stage to join Samuel West in Noel Coward's comedy Present Laughter - currently touring the UK.
TheatreFest Celebrates the Queen of Mystery
by Taryn Oesch
- Jul 14, 2016
North Carolina State University is internationally known for its engineering and technology programs as well as its veterinary hospital. None of these disciplines is typically associated with the arts, but NC State puts great effort into developing its arts programs, especially theatre.
THE HOLLOW CROWN: THE WARS OF ROSES Gets Blu-ray, DVD Release Date
by Tyler Peterson
- Mar 31, 2016
The highly anticipated sequel to the BAFTA winning historical series, The Hollow Crown: The Wars of The Roses comes to Blu-ray and DVD June 21, 2016 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Coinciding with the 400 th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death, the three part sequel series features star-studded adaptations of Shakespeare's most celebrated plays, which have captivated audiences with their gripping tales of power and politics.
VIDEO: DOWNTON ABBEY Cast Sings Along to THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by TV News Desk
- Feb 15, 2016
The cast of DOWNTON ABBEY stopped by SUNRISE on Channel 7 in Australia to talk about their farewell season and ended up singing along to THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Click below to watch Michelle Dockery, Hugh Bonneville, Joanne Froggat, Elizabeth McGovern and more take on the iconic tune!
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