BWW Review: THE WIPERS TIMES, Richmond Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan
- Sep 27, 2017
Amid the horrors of the First World War, The Wipers Times is the unlikely, but true, story of when two officers found a printing press in the bombed out remains of Ypres (Wipers was the soldier's nickname for the town) and decided to produce a satirical paper to lift the spirits of the men. The paper could not print any details of the war due to censorship and so it concentrated on the absurd side of life in the trenches by lampooning the government, generals and mocking all the conditions of war.
Cast Announced for the Premiere of Tim Luscombe's Stage Adaptation of EMMA
by BWW News Desk
- May 12, 2017
Romance, scheming and mistaken intentions, Jane Austen's original romantic comedy Emma, brought to life in many on-screen adaptations, finds a new incarnation in a sparkling new stage adaptation by acclaimed writer Tim Luscombe (Northanger Abbey, Mansfield Park and Persuasion).
THE WIPERS TIMES to Run in Scotland this Fall
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 28, 2017
Following a sold-out UK tour in 2016, and a fast-selling limited season in the West End, the producers of The Wipers Times are pleased to announce that the production will run in Scotland this autumn.
THE WIPERS TIMES to Tour the UK This Autumn
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 3, 2017
Following a sold-out UK tour in 2016, and a fast-selling limited season in the West End - currently playing until 13 May at the Arts Theatre -the producers of The Wipers Times are pleased to announce that the production will once again tour the UK this autumn.
BWW Review: THE WIPERS TIMES, Arts Theatre
by Gary Naylor
- Mar 28, 2017
The Wipers Times tells the story of an underground magazine, written on the Western Front by soldiers for soldiers, the articles packed with good humour and a touch of irreverence.
ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD Leads March's Top 10 New London Shows
by Marianka Swain
- Mar 2, 2017
London is never short of theatre temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From starry Stoppard and Marber revivals to toe-tapping musicals and Elena Ferrante on stage, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews…
THE WIPERS TIMES Takes a Satirical Look at Life in the Trenches
by Liz Cearns
- Sep 28, 2016
The stage premiere of Ian Hislop and Nick Newman's award-winning BBC film The Wipers Times comes to the Lyceum Theatre from Thursday 3 November - Saturday 5 November, telling the extraordinary true story of the satirical newspaper created amidst the mud and mayhem of the Somme.
Exciting New Shows At Sheffield Theatres
by Tyler Peterson
- Jun 3, 2016
The new season at Sheffield Theatres includes an exciting line-up of West End and Broadway musicals, witty comedy, chart-topping music, poignant drama and family fun. Booking for the new shows will open to Centre Stage Members on Saturday 11 June and to the general public on Saturday 18 June.
Photo Flash: PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS Celebrates Opening Night at Wyndham's Theatre
by BWW News Desk
- Mar 24, 2016
Last night, Wednesday 23 March, saw the opening night of the much-anticipated production of Duncan Macmillan's intoxicating new play, PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS, at the Wyndham's Theatre. Having recently extended its run for two weeks due to popular demand, PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS is booking to 18 June 2016. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening night festivities below!
BEYOND THE FENCE to Play Arts Theatre
by Tyler Peterson
- Dec 1, 2015
2016. The computer revolution. In a world becoming ever more technologically advanced, and reliant upon computers, machine learning and artificial intelligence are rapidly and fundamentally changing every aspect of human experience. But how does technology affect art and the creative process?
Photo Flash: First Look at Opening Night Party of West End's THE NETHER
by Matt Smith
- Feb 24, 2015
Directed by Jeremy Herrin, Jennifer Haley's critically acclaimed, multi-award-winning play The Nether opened last night (23 February 2015) at the Duke of York's Theatre following a sell out run at the Royal Court. Take a look at photos from the opening night curtain call, red carpet, and opening night party, all below!
YES, PRIME MINISTER to Close; Tour Announced
by Robert Diamond
- Nov 25, 2010
The sell-out production of Jonathan Lynn and Antony Jay's play Yes, Prime Minister will end its London run at the Gielgud Theatre on 15 January, before beginning a UK-wide tour on 31 January at Brighton Theatre Royal featuring a new cast which stars Simon Williams as Cabinet Secretary Sir Humphrey Appleby and Richard McCabe as Prime Minister Jim Hacker.
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