Having seen over 320 shows in cities like London, New York, Edinburgh in 2024, it was certainly difficult to narrow it down to my top ten shows of the year, but I have done my best! This list is a mix of plays, musicals and stand-up comedy shows that I have seen as both a critic, as well as some that I went to as a punter.
Kyle Birch, West End stage star of shows including A Strange Loop and more has passed away. Learn more about Birch's life and career on BroadwayWorld here.
I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire at Southwark Playhouse has extended its run to 24 August. This UK premiere of the ‘Y2K farce’ centres 13 year old Shelby Hinkley, leader of a devout online fan club who decides to kidnap famous actor Tobey Maguire, and marry him in her basement.
Ever wanted to experience a sugar rush for nearly two hours straight? Samantha Hurley’s campy dark comedy I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire feels like exactly that. Complete with lipgloss, butterfly clips, and Cosmo mag, it’s a noughties teen fever dream.
Ahead of opening night this evening, all new production photos have been released from I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire, opening at Southwark Playhouse tonight and running until 10 August. Check out the photos here!
Jacob Stuckelman of Watermark Productions has released photos from inside rehearsal for the UK première of I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire by Samantha Hurley. Tyler Struble directs Kyle Birch (Brenda Dee Cankles) and Anders Hayward (Tobey Maguire) alongside the previously announced Tessa Albertson (Shelby Hinkley).
Full casting has been announced for the UK première of I'm Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire by Samantha Hurley. Tyler Struble directs Kyle Birch (Brenda Dee Cankles) and Anders Hayward (Tobey Maguire) alongside the previously announced Tessa Albertson (Shelby Hinkley).
The producers of Bat Boy: The Musical, which will be descending on the London Palladium this Halloween, have announced the full cast and creatives for the semi-staged concert of this cult classic. Find out who is starring in the show here!
It has been confirmed that Kyle Birch will take over as Usher in A Strange Loop in London! Also joining the cast as the Usher understudy is Christopher Michael Richardson. The casting was confirmed in a post on the show's social media accounts.
Nellie Regan is on a mission to save the Union Theatre with a fundraising concert at The Other Palace, on Monday 27th March at 7:30pm.
Join in at The Other Palace for a night full of West End stars performing to raise money for The Union Theatre.
Three Korean musicals will be showcased in London for the first time to show the diverse writing talent as part of the first K Musical Roadshow in the UK. The presentation will consist of three 30 minute presentations followed by a drinks and food reception.
Leicester's Curve theatre and Birmingham Hippodrome are presenting a co-production of acclaimed musical The Color Purple, which is set to tour England and Wales for the first time this autumn. Check out rehearsal photos and video here!
Leicester's Curve theatre and Birmingham Hippodrome have announced the cast of their co-production of acclaimed musical The Color Purple, which is set to tour England and Wales for the first time this autumn thanks to support from Arts Council England's National Lottery Funding.
Blair Russell Productions will present a two-week workshop of Shenelle Salcido and Spencer Williams’ new musical, For Tonight.
Future Spotlight Productions, in collaboration with KidZania London, present their next film, a modern musical remake of Jack and The Beanstalk. Featuring remixed pop classics to show-stopping musical numbers, this live production full of twists and turns features Strictly Come Dancing star Joanne Clifton and original SIX queen, Natalie Paris.
Roles We'll Never Play has announced an all star cast for their next West End show! The 5-star show is back for one night only at the Lyric Theatre, the concerts biggest venue yet, on Monday 7th March 2022.
Following their Halloween Adult Nights, Future Spotlight Productions and KidZania London today announces a Christmas Adult Nights, a one-off musical theatre spectacular at the immersive KidZania indoor city featuring immersive role-play activities, festive cocktails on entry and live performances from musical theatre stars.
Future Spotlight Productions and KidZania London today announces Adult Nights, a one-off Halloween special at the immersive KidZania indoor city featuring immersive role-play activities, cocktails on entry and live performances from emerging musical theatre stars.
Louis Rayneau directs Kyle Birch (Austyn), Amy Di Bartolemeo (Alex), Jacob Fowler (Hunter), Jordan Luke Gage (Grey), Ross Harmon (Charlie), Beccy Lane (Jael), Georgie Lovatt (Sam), Danielle Steers (River) with Roxanne Couch, Millie Cranston, Jack Dargan, Megan
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