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Michael Ball and Imelda Staunton stopped by The Jonathan Ross Show in honor of Sweeney Todd which begins previews tonight! They were joined by Rihanna and Lionel Richie. Check out the photos below!
British comedian Jason Manford is to play Signor Pirelli in Jonathan Kent's West-End production of SWEENY TODD. Actor Michael Ball, who stars as Todd in the show, revealed on the Jonathan Ross Show on Saturday evening that Jason Manford will be taking the role while Robert Burt, who is currently playing the part, is on leave.
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! HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK: CARRIE makes a bloody return to the stage, Broadway remembers the great Whitney Houston, Sardi's honors Shatner, and so much more!
Following sell-out success at Chichester Festival Theatre, Jonathan Kent's acclaimed production of Sweeney Todd transfers to London's West End for a limited season from 10 March 2012. Widely acknowledged as Stephen Sondheim's musical masterpiece, Sweeney Todd stars distinguished musical performer Michael Ball as the eponymous demon barber of Fleet Street and Oscar-nominated actress Imelda Staunton as the devoted Mrs Lovett.
For one night only, Michael Ball, Martin Shaw, Christopher Biggins, Natasha Hamilton, Jenny Seagrove, Nicola McAuliffe, Roy Marsden, Clive Rowe, Hardeep Singh Kholi and Sylvia Syms present Rockin' Horses - an evening of music, comedy, poetry and more in aid of Mane Chance Sanctuary and Shooting Star CHASE, hospice care for children and teenagers, at the iconic Savoy Theatre in London's West End.
Following sell-out success at Chichester Festival Theatre, Jonathan Kent's acclaimed production of Sweeney Todd transfers to London's West End for a limited season from 10 March 2012. Widely acknowledged as Stephen Sondheim's musical masterpiece, Sweeney Todd stars distinguished musical performer Michael Ball as the eponymous demon barber of Fleet Street and Oscar-nominated actress Imelda Staunton as the devoted Mrs Lovett.
Missed out on last night's Whatsonstage.com awards? Check out our photo coverage from the red carpet and the press room!
BroadwayWorld recently reported that when the highly anticipated movie version of LES MIS opens in theaters later this year, original cast members Colm Wilkinson and Frances Ruffelle, who created the roles of Valjean and Eponine, will again be a part of it. Cameron Mackintosh told Daily Mail that Wilkinson will play the Bishop of Digne in the film, while Ruffelle will play 'the most fabulous whore' in the number 'Lovely Ladies.'
Canadian Stage today announced the details of the 2012.2013 season celebrating the 25th anniversary of the company.
Cameron Mackintosh announced on stage at the Manchester Palace at the end of last evening's performance of Oliver! (in which Barks is currently playing Nancy) that she is set to play Eponine in the film version of Les Miserables - the role she played at the 25th anniversary concert and on stage in London. Here, we take a look back at Barks - on stage and off!
The most prestigious event in the UK's theatrical calendar, the presentation of the 36th Olivier Awards with MasterCard will take place for the first time in its entirety at the Royal Opera House, London on Sunday 15 April 2012 when distinguished guests from London's arts and cultural scene will join winners and celebrities at the glamorous red carpet event.
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: January 7-13.
For one night only, Michael Ball, Martin Shaw, Christopher Biggins, Natasha Hamilton, Jenny Seagrove, Nicola McAuliffe, Roy Marsden, Clive Rowe, Hardeep Singh Kholi and Sylvia Syms present Rockin' Horses - an evening of music, comedy, poetry and more in aid of Mane Chance Sanctuary and Shooting Star CHASE, hospice care for children and teenagers, at the iconic Savoy Theatre in London's West End.
Following sell-out success at Chichester Festival Theatre, Jonathan Kent's acclaimed production of Sweeney Todd transfers to London's West End for a limited season from 10 March 2012. Widely acknowledged as Stephen Sondheim's musical masterpiece, Sweeney Todd stars distinguished musical performer Michael Ball as the eponymous demon barber of Fleet Street and Oscar-nominated actress Imelda Staunton as the devoted Mrs Lovett. Check out a video preview along with photos from the upcoming transfer below!
Our reviewer casts her eye over the recent BBC series looking at the rise of the British musical
BWW:UK understands that the row over royalties for the Les Miserables original cast recording has now been resolved - and the cast will be receiving their royalties in the future!
BWW:UK understands that the original cast of Les Miserables are currently locked in a dispute with First Night Records about the royalties of their cast recording. Peter Polycarpou (originally ensemble, later Grantaire and Thenardier; and then John in Miss Saigon) tweeted on Friday: 'First Night Records have said that they no longer want to pay us Les Mis royalties after 25 years.'
We asked some of our favourite West End folk what they're looking forward to seeing on stage in 2012...
What we're looking forward to in 2012
Michael Ball's latest album, 'Love Changes Everything:The Collection' is due for a january 16 release in the UK. Featuring some of his best hits, the album will be released by Spectrum Audio, and is currently available for pre-order on Amazon.com.
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