Matt Willis News

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre have today announced casting for Little Shop of Horrors. Directed by Maria Aberg, the production plays 03 August - 15 September.

Harry Judd, Matt Willis, his wife Giovanna Fletcher and his sister Carrie Hope Fletcher will all be appearing alongside Tom in the show, which arrives at the Eventim Apollo London for a special Christmas spectacular, for a strictly limited run from 21 28 December 2017.

Following the launch of The Christmasaurus Live at the London Palladium, the stage show based on Tom Fletcher's bestselling book will be heading to Eventim Apollo London for a very special limited run from 21 28 December 2017. Tom will be starring in this Christmas spectacular alongside McFly bandmate Harry Judd and Busted's Matt Willis. Tom's wife and fellow author Giovanna Fletcher and his sister, West End star Carrie Hope Fletcher, will also be appearing in the show. Directed by Derek Bond with stage adaption by Miranda Larson, the show will feature sleigh bells and singing elves, Santa Claus and flying reindeer, music and magic. It's a tale about adventure, family, friendship and discovering that the impossible might just be possible.

Tom Fletcher announced that he is releasing a special Musical Edition of his novel 'The Christmasaurus', featuring the hit book and a brand new 14 track CD. Tom also announced the special guests who will be joining him for The Christmasaurus - Live On Stage. Check out rehearsal photos here!

Tom Fletcher today releases a stunning music video to accompany the groundbreaking release of The Musical Edition of his hit novel 'The Christmasaurus'. 'Afraid Of Heights' is one of 14 new songs taken from the cd 'The Christmasaurus'. The video is based on the true story of teenager Lily Rice, who is the first European female to perform a backflip in a wheelchair. Lily accomplished the feat in Cardiff after 6 hours of practicing. Check it out below!

Tom Fletcher releases a special Musical Edition of his novel 'The Christmasaurus', featuring the hit book and a brand new 14-track CD, today, November 16th, marking the very first time an author has written a soundtrack to their novel.

Tom Fletcher this morning announced that he is releasing a special Musical Edition of his novel 'The Christmasaurus', featuring the hit book and a brand new 14-track CD.

The Celtic Rock Fusion Powerhouse, Founded By Tim Smith in 1996, Will Perform at Arlington's Levitt Pavilion Sept. 23, Do 40 Shows at the State Fair of Texas (Sept. 30-Oct. 7) and Say Their Final Goodbyes to Fans at the Kessler Theater Nov. 18.

The Celtic Rock Fusion Powerhouse, Founded By Tim Smith in 1996, Will Perform at Arlington's Levitt Pavilion Sept. 23, Do 40 Shows at the State Fair of Texas (Sept. 30-Oct. 7) and Say Their Final Goodbyes to Fans at the Kessler Theater Nov. 18.

The Celtic Rock Fusion Powerhouse, Founded By Tim Smith in 1996, Will Perform at Arlington's Levitt Pavilion Sept. 23, Do 40 Shows at the State Fair of Texas (Sept. 30-Oct. 7) and Say Their Final Goodbyes to Fans at the Kessler Theater Nov. 18.

The veteran act brings their unique combination of Celtic Rock to the Dr. Pepper stage at one of the oldest and largest state fairs in the country featuring music from the brand new CD “Steal The Sky” digitally released September 23rd.

Prior to their official CD release September 26th where they'll also be celebrating their 15th anniversary of their extraordinary annual run at the State Fair of Texas, performing five shows a day for 24 days (120 in all!), The Killdares have decided to give their dedicated hometown fan base a taste of what's to come with their seventh release...and newest studio release since 2008. The band will be performing at The Granada Theater September 5th and will be giving away free copies of the new CD Steal The Sky to all those who purchase their tickets in advance, prior to Sept. 5th.

The 13th annual Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, today announced the winners of the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival #6SecFilms competition.

The West End Men is billed as an homage to the theatre, with established actors from London's west end paying tribute to roles they have played themselves along with other well known songs. Featuring Lee Mead, Matt Willis, David Thaxton and Glenn Carter it certainly boasts an impressive lineup of male talent.

Glenn Carter* (Jersey Boys, Jesus Christ Superstar, Whistle down the Wind), Stephen Rahman Hughes* (Emmerdale, Dream Team, Bombay Dreams, West Side Story), David Thaxton (Passion, Les Miserables) and Matt Willis (Wicked, Flashdance, Footloose andBRIT award winning member of Busted), join Lee Mead (Wicked, Legally Blonde, BBC Series Winner of Any Dream Will Do) for The West End Men. All four will be joined by special guest star Kerry Ellis* (Wicked, Oliver, We Will Rock You, Born Free Tour with Brian May) for the limited run at the Vaudeville Theatre from 25 May to 22 June. The show opens tonight, June 3, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action!

Glenn Carter* (Jersey Boys, Jesus Christ Superstar, Whistle down the Wind), Stephen Rahman Hughes* (Emmerdale, Dream Team, Bombay Dreams, West Side Story), David Thaxton (Passion, Les Miserables) and Matt Willis (Wicked, Flashdance, Footloose and BRIT award winning member of Busted), join the previously announced Lee Mead (Wicked, Legally Blonde, BBC Series Winner of Any Dream Will Do) to complete The West End Men. All four will be joined by special guest star Kerry Ellis* (Wicked, Oliver, We Will Rock You, Born Free Tour with Brian May) for the limited run at the Vaudeville Theatre from 25 May to 22 June.

Glenn Carter* (Jersey Boys, Jesus Christ Superstar, Whistle down the Wind), Stephen Rahman Hughes* (Emmerdale, Dream Team, Bombay Dreams, West Side Story), David Thaxton (Passion, Les Miserables) and Matt Willis (Wicked, Flashdance, Footloose and BRIT award winning member of Busted), join the previously announced Lee Mead (Wicked, Legally Blonde, BBC Series Winner of Any Dream Will Do) to complete The West End Men. All four will be joined by special guest star Kerry Ellis* (Wicked, Oliver, We Will Rock You, Born Free Tour with Brian May) for the limited run at the Vaudeville Theatre from 25 May to 22 June.

The Society of London Theatre has today announced the shortlist for the BBC Radio 2 Olivier Audience Award. The public will vote for the overall winner. The shortlisted shows are BILLY ELLIOT, JERSEY BOYS, LES MISÉRABLES and WICKED.

On Twitter Watch, Wicked London wrote 'Take a look at #HelenaBonhamCarter at Wicked on Wednesday! Which song do you think Helena would have liked the most?!'

We talk to London's new Glinda about life in Oz!