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Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths- Led THE SUNSHINE BOYS Heading to Broadway?
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 23, 2012

Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths are currently leading THE SUNSHINE BOYS in the West End, and according to the New York Times, the show's producers are 'considering a move to New York' in what would be DeVito's Broadway debut.

Photo Flash: Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths in THE SUNSHINE BOYS at Savoy Theatre, Closing July 28
by BWW News Desk - Jul 4, 2012

After opening to great acclaim, Thea Sharrock's production of Neil Simon's The Sunshine Boys will complete its run at The Savoy Theatre on 28 July as previously announced. With a cast led by Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths as the ageing vaudevillian team Willie Clark and Al Lewis, The Sunshine Boys began its limited West End run in April this year. Check out photos of the pair on stage below!

Summer Stages: BWW's Top Summer Theatre Picks - Los Angeles Part 2!
by Michael L. Quintos - Jun 7, 2012

The summer months will not only usher in perfect beach weather for Los Angeles (and surrounding enclaves), but they will also offer up some entertaining theatrical offerings--some exclusive only to the Southland! Browse through our Top 5 Big Summer Picks below, plus a few more shows worth checking out.

Photo Flash: Emily Berrington, Darrell D'Silva et al. in CHILDREN'S CHILDREN at Almeida
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2012

Jeremy Herrin directs the World Premiere of Matthew Dunster's Children's Children running at the Almeida now through 30 June 2012, with press night on 24 May. Designs are by Robert Innes Hopkins with lighting by Neil Austin and sound by Ian Dickinson. The cast comprises Emily Berrington (Effie), Beth Cordingly (Louisa), Darrell D'Silva (Michael), Trevor Fox (Gordon), John MacMillan (Castro) and Sally Rogers (Sally). See photos of the full cast on stage below!

Review Roundup: Danny DeVito in THE SUNSHINE BOYS - All The Reviews
by James T Harding - May 18, 2012

Thea Sharrock's production of THE SUNSHINE BOYS starring Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths opened last night, 17 May, at Savoy Theatre. BroadwayWorld has gathered all of the reviews below - updating live as they come in.

Photo Flash: New Photos of Owain Arthur, et al. in ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS!
by Kelsey Denette - May 8, 2012

The London cast of One Man, Two Guvnors is led by Owain Arthur who plays lovable chancer Francis Henshall. He is joined by Jodie Prenger and Hannah Spearritt who play Dolly and Pauline respectively. Martin Barrass plays Alfie with David Benson as Gareth, Nigel Betts as Harry, Derek Elroy as Lloyd, Gerard Horan as Charlie, Daniel Ings as Alan, Ben Mansfield as Stanley and Gemma Whelan as Rachel. Check out new photos below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Richard Griffiths and Danny DeVito in THE SUNSHINE BOYS at The Savoy
by James T Harding - May 8, 2012

Joining Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths as the ageing vaudevillian team Willie Clark and Al Lewis in Neil Simon's award-winning comedy The Sunshine Boys are Rebecca Blackstone (Miss MacKintosh), Nick Blakeley (Eddie), Peter Cadden (Voice of TV Director), Johnnie Fiori (Registered Nurse), Adam Levy (Ben Silverman) and William Maxwell (Patient). Check out the production photographs of the full cast in action below.

Photo Flash: Almeida Theatre in Rehearsal for CHILDREN'S CHILDREN
by James T Harding - May 2, 2012

Jeremy Herrin directs the World Premiere of Matthew Dunster's Children's Children running at the Almeida from 17 May - 30 June 2012, with press night on 24 May. Designs are by Robert Innes Hopkins with lighting by Neil Austin and sound by Ian Dickinson. Check out the rehearsal photography below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Owain Arthur, Jodie Prenger in ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 7, 2012

Nicholas Hytner's five star award-winning production of One Man, Two Guvnors is currently playing at the Theatre Royal Haymarket after two sell-out record-breaking runs at the National and Adelphi Theatres. Joining Owain Arthur as lovable chancer Francis Henshall are Jodie Prenger and Hannah Spearritt who play Dolly and Pauline respectively. Martin Barrass joins the cast to play Alfie with David Benson as Gareth, Nigel Betts as Harry, Derek Elroy as Lloyd, Gerard Horan as Charlie, Daniel Ings as Alan, Ben Mansfield as Stanley and Gemma Whelan as Rachel.

Photo Flash: New Cast of ONE MAN TWO GUVNORS in Rehearsal!
by James T Harding - Feb 14, 2012

Check out these rehearsal shots of the new cast of One Man, Two Guvnors. After two sell-out record-breaking runs at the National and Adelphi Theatres, Nicholas Hytner's five star award-winning production of One Man, Two Guvnors transfers to the West End's Theatre Royal Haymarket from 2 March and is booking until 15 September 2012.

Photo Flash: First Look at Donmar Warehouse's RECRUITING OFFICER
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 13, 2012

It's with the promise of money, glory and adventure that Captain Plume is recruiting the men of Shrewsbury for the King's army. He's also determined to make a conquest of Sylvia, but as she's now an heiress she can afford to put him to the test. All the while, the scheming Melinda is toying with the affections of Captain Brazen and the gentleman Mr Worthy.

Photo Flash: THE HOUSE OF BERNARDA ALBA At Almeida Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 25, 2012

Bijan Sheibani directs Federico Garcia Lorca's The House of Bernarda Alba running at the Almeida Theatre from 19 January - 10 March 2012.

Photo Coverage: National Theatre Live History
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 25, 2012

The National Theatre presents the third season of National Theatre Live (NT Live), a successful initiative to broadcast live performances from the National's stages to cinemas worldwide. In addition to the previously scheduled broadcasts of The Comedy of Errors (March 1), the season will include Travelling Light (February 9) and She Stoops to Conquer (March 29). Since its first season, which began in June 2009 with the acclaimed production of Phédre starring Helen Mirren, over half a million people have now experienced the National's acclaimed work on movie screens around the world. Check out photos from National Theatre productions past below!

Photo Coverage: National Theatre Live's COMEDY OF ERRORS
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 25, 2012

Bringing the best of British theatre to cinemas across the U.S. this fall, NCM Fathom will present a series of events from the stage of the National Theatre of Great Britain. All events will begin at 7:00 p.m. local time. Presented by NT Live, BY Experience and Fathom, the four-part in-theater series will be broadcast to more than 130 additional U.S. movie theaters nationwide through NCM's exclusive Digital Broadcast Network.

Photo Coverage: National Theatre Live's TRAVELLING LIGHT
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 25, 2012

Bringing the best of British theatre to cinemas across the U.S. this fall, NCM Fathom will present a series of events from the stage of the National Theatre of Great Britain. All events will begin at 7:00 p.m. local time. Presented by NT Live, BY Experience and Fathom, the four-part in-theater series will be broadcast to more than 130 additional U.S. movie theaters nationwide through NCM's exclusive Digital Broadcast Network.

Photo Flash: LOVESONG Plays Lyric Hammersmith
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 23, 2012

Frantic Assembly will present Lovesong, a brand new play by writer Abi Morgan (The Hour, BBC; Shame, Film4), in a newly extended run at the Lyric Hammersmith following its recent national tour.

Photo Flash: THE HOUSE OF BERNARDA ALBA January 19- March 10
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2012

Bijan Sheibani will direct Federico Garcia Lorca's The House of Bernarda Alba running at the Almeida Theatre from 19 January - 10 March 2012, with press night on 26 January at 7pm.

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: January 7-13
by BWW - Jan 13, 2012

Whether you've been living under a rock for the past week, or you're just in the mood for a recap of everything theatre, BroadwayWorld's feature, 'This Week in Pictures' is here to satisfy your end of the week fix. Take a look below to catch up on the latest happenings from the Great White Way to the West End (and everywhere in between) with coverage of press events, rehearsals, opening nights and more! For last week's biggest events: visit THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: December 31-January 6.

Photo Flash: First Look at Eddie Redmayne in Donmar Warehouse's RICHARD II
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 9, 2012

Currently on stage at the Donmar Warehouse is Michael Grandage's RICHARD II, featuring Tony-winner Eddie Redmayne. Redmayne has worked with Grandage in the past in 'Red,' in which he co-starred with Alfred Molina.

Photo Flash: THE HOUSE OF BERNARDA ALBA January 19- March 10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 21, 2011

Bijan Sheibani will direct Federico Garcia Lorca's The House of Bernarda Alba running at the Almeida Theatre from 19 January - 10 March 2012, with press night on 26 January at 7pm.

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