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WICKED Announces New London Cast
by Rebecca Russo - May 25, 2017


WICKED, the West End musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, is delighted to announce that Alice Fearn (Elphaba), Sophie Evans (Glinda),Bradley Jaden (Fiyero), Melanie La Barrie (Madame Morrible), Andy Hockley (The Wizard), Jack Lansbury (Boq) and Laura Pick (Standby for Elphaba) will head the new London cast from Monday 24 July 2017, joining current cast members Martin Ball (Doctor Dillamond), Sarah McNicholas (Nessarose) and Carina Gillespie (Standby for Glinda). 

Photo Flash: Relive the 60s with National Tour of SUNNY AFTERNOON
by BWW News Desk - Feb 14, 2017


Sonia Friedman Productions and Ambassador Theatre Group present the national tour of the multi-award winning hit West End musical SUNNY AFTERNOON.

Full Cast Announced for the National Tour of SUNNY AFTERNOON
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2016


As the West End multi Olivier award-winning hit musical continues to excite audiences in the West End, Sonia Friedman Productions and Ambassador Theatre Group are delighted to announce the full cast for the national tour of SUNNY AFTERNOON.

King's Theatre Glasgow Warms Up with SUNNY AFTERNOON
by Liz Cearns - Oct 7, 2016


???????The King's is warming up for a spell of brighter weather next week as the hit musical based on the true story of The Kinks arrives for a five night run at the venue.  Produced by Sonia Friedman Productions and Ambassador Theatre Group, the show, which received four awards at the 2015 Olivier Awards including Best New Musical and Outstanding Achievement in Music for Ray Davies, opened at the Manchester Opera House on Friday 19 August 2016 before rocking out on a national tour.

Multi Olivier Award-Winning Hit Musical SUNNY AFTERNOON Confirms Cast
by Rebecca Russo - Jul 22, 2016


It may be a dull morning here in Glasgow but we're holding out for a spell of brighter weather as the West End multi Olivier award-winning hit musical Sunny Afternoon confirms its cast. Produced by Sonia Friedman Productions and Ambassador Theatre Group, the show, which received four awards at the 2015 Olivier Awards including Best New Musical and Outstanding Achievement in Music for Ray Davies, will open at the Manchester Opera House on Friday 19 August 2016 before rocking the King's Theatre Glasgow from Tuesday 11 until Saturday 15 October 2016.                                                                                      

Photo Flash: Meet the SUNNY AFTERNOON Tour Cast; Full Company Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2016


As the West End multi Olivier award-winning hit musical continues to excite audiences in the West End, Sonia Friedman Productions and Ambassador Theatre Group are delighted to announce the full cast for the national tour of SUNNY AFTERNOON. Scroll down to meet the stars!

Casting Announced for MACK & MABEL UK & Ireland Tour - Michael Ball, Rebecca LaChance and More!
by Christina Mancuso - May 20, 2015


The full cast has been confirmed for the major new production of the classic Broadway musical Mack & Mabel, which will embark on a UK & Ireland Tour in Autumn 2015 following its premiere at Chichester Festival Theatre, and stars double Oliver award-winning Michael Ball and Rebecca LaChance.

VIDEO: CATS' Nicole Scherzinger Performs 'Memory' at 2015 Olivier Awards
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 13, 2015


Nicole Scherzinger, nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Musical for Grizabella in CATS, performed 'Memory' from Cats at the 2015 Olivier Awards last night.

CATS is Officially Aiming for Broadway Return in 2016; Fall or Spring?
by Robert Diamond - Apr 3, 2015


The return to London of CATS has been considered a big hit, with the show extending multiple times, and already planning a limited run return for next year. Currently starring in the UK production is Kerry Ellis, through the end of April. Now it sounds like we'll be seeing the Jellicle Ball back on Broadway next year!

Photo Coverage: There's a New Glamour Cat in Town! First Look at Kerry Ellis As 'Grizabella' in West End's CATS
by Carrie Dunn - Feb 12, 2015


Kerry Ellis has joined the cast of Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats playing the role of Grizabella - and here she is!

Andrew Lloyd Webber Wants CATS to Return to the Palladium Next Christmas
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2015


According to the Daily Mail, Andrew Lloyd Webber wants Cats to return to the London Palladium over the holiday season next December before the musical pounces back to Broadway in 2016 -- hopefully starring Nicole Scherzinger.

Breaking News: CATS Makes Plans to Pounce Back to Broadway; Andrew Lloyd Webber Hopes Nicole Scherzinger Will Star
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 5, 2015


Nicole Scherzinger just made her West End stage debut as 'Grizabella' in Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats, and according to a recent interview with the Daily Mail, Webber has plans to bring the show (and his new star) to Broadway. He told DM: 'Cats will now definitely go to Broadway again. It's very exciting.'

Kerry Ellis to Join UK's CATS; Extends to April 25
by Christina Mancuso - Jan 5, 2015


Due to extraordinary public demand, Andrew Lloyd Webber's record breaking Cats today announces the release of over 100,000 new tickets for sale. Now booking at the London Palladium to 25 April 2015, tickets for Cats are from £20 with top price seats at £59.50 and children's tickets at half price for Monday to Thursdayperformances (see listings information below).

Photo Flash: The Jellicle Cats are Back! New Production Photos of West End Revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS!
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 19, 2014


Nicole Scherzinger just made her West End stage debut as 'Grizabella' in Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats, returning to the West End for a strictly limited run at the London Palladium. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a new look at the cast in action!

Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS, Starring Nicole Scherzinger, Opens Tonight in the West End
by BWW News Desk - Dec 11, 2014


Nicole Scherzinger will make her West End stage debut as 'Grizabella' in Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats. Returning to the West End for a strictly limited run at the London Palladium, press night is tonight 11 December at 7pm.

Andrew Lloyd Webber on Initial Reaction to CATS: 'Everyone Thought We Were Completely & Utterly Crazy'
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 10, 2014


In today's Telegraph, composer Andrew Lloyd Webber spoke about the excitement of bringing his work back to the stage.

Photo Flash: A Jellicle Return! First Look at Nicole Scherzinger & More in West End Revival of CATS!
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 10, 2014


As previously announced, Nicole Scherzinger will make her West End stage debut as Grizabella in Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats. Returning to the West End for a strictly limited run at the London Palladium, press night is on 11 December at 7pm. Based on T. S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats, the original creative team - Director Trevor Nunn, Associate Director and Choreographer Gillian Lynne, Designer John Napier and Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber - are reunited to bring Cats back to the West End this Christmas. Below, check out new production shots of Scherzinger with the rest of the cast in action!

STAGE TUBE: Andrew Lloyd Webber Talks CATS Revival with Nicole Scherzinger!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 9, 2014


As previously announced, Nicole Scherzinger will make her West End stage debut as Grizabella in Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats. Returning to the West End for a strictly limited run at the London Palladium, press night is on 11 December at 7pm. Based on T. S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats, the original creative team - Director Trevor Nunn, Associate Director and Choreographer Gillian Lynne, Designer John Napier and Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber - are reunited to bring Cats back to the West End this Christmas. In the videos below, Webber and Eliot's goddaughter Susanna Morley chat with Cerys Matthews about the origin of the musical and the revival on 'The One Show.' Check out the full interviews below!

New Photo Of Nicole Scherzinger As Grizabella In CATS
by Pat Cerasaro - Nov 29, 2014


Nicole Scherzinger puts the glamour in glamour cat with this exciting new photo of her in costume for the West End CATS revival!

First Look At Nicole Scherzinger & Andrew Lloyd Webber At CATS Rehearsals
by Pat Cerasaro - Nov 21, 2014


Get your first look behind the scenes of the new CATS revival!

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