Paul Merton News

BWW Review: BROKEN LAD, Arcola Theatre

by Gary Naylor — October 19, 2021

This new play raises interesting questions about father-son relationships in a world in which middle-aged men can struggle to find a role, but its lack of detail prevents its potential being realised fully

Impro Theatre Brings TENNESSEE WILLIAMS UNSCRIPTED To Edinburgh Fringe Festival

by A.A. Cristi — August 11, 2021

Impro Theatre brings acclaimed “Tennessee Williams Unscripted” to Edinburgh Fringe Festival

HAIRSPRAY Rehearses 12 New Performers to Avoid Further Performance Cancellations

by Stephi Wild — July 22, 2021

This comes after the show was forced to close on July 4 after a cast member tested positive for COVID-19.

HAIRSPRAY Extends Cancelled Performances Through 18 July After Member of Team Tests Positive For COVID-19

by Stephi Wild — July 13, 2021

Learn more about options for ticketholders, including rebooking for a new date, or receiving a full refund.

HAIRSPRAY Cancels Performances Through 13 July After Member of Team Tests Positive For COVID-19

by Stephi Wild — July 6, 2021

Learn more about options for ticketholders, including rebooking for a new date, or receiving a full refund.

HAIRSPRAY Cancels Today's Matinee Due to Suspected Case of COVID-19 Among Production Team

by Stephi Wild — July 4, 2021

If you are a ticketholder for today's performance, learn more about options for refunds or exchanging your tickets to an alternative date.

Review Roundup: HAIRSPRAY Returns to the West End; What Did the Critics Think?

by Stephi Wild — June 30, 2021

Hairspray has returned to the West End, playing at the London Coliseum through 29 September 2021.

Full Line-Up Announced for Hope Mill Theatre's HOPE FEST

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 29, 2021

The full line-up of arts and cultural events has been revealed for Hope Mill Theatre’s three-week festival, HOPE FEST, which runs in Ancoats, Manchester from 16th July – 8th August.

Photo Flash: First Look at Michael Ball, Lizzie Bea, Marisha Wallace, and More in HAIRSPRAY

by Stephi Wild — June 29, 2021

The production is now playing at the London Coliseum, running 21 June through 29 September 2021.

VIDEO: Inside HAIRSPRAY's Return to London's West End!

by A.A. Cristi — June 21, 2021

This week the smash hit musical Hairspray made its big return to the West End stage! Get a peek inside the show's joyous first performance here!

VIDEO: The Cast of HAIRSPRAY Performs 'You Can't Stop the Beat' on BBC The One Show

by A.A. Cristi — June 17, 2021

Check out the 2021 West End cast performing the show's finale - You Can't Stop the Beat!

VIDEO: Marisha Wallace Performs 'You Can't Stop The Beat' From HAIRSPRAY

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 16, 2021

Marisha Wallace will take on the role of Motormouth in Hairspray at the London Coliseum running 21 June through 29 September 2021.

Les Dennis Joins the Cast of HAIRSPRAY at The London Coliseum

by Stephi Wild — May 7, 2021

Entertainment legend Les Dennis will join the new production of Hairspray the Musical which is set to play a limited season at the London Coliseum from Monday 21st June – Wednesday 29th September 2021.

West End Production of HAIRSPRAY Starring Michael Ball to Open at the London Coliseum in June 2021

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 19, 2021

It has been announced that the West End production of Hairspray will now open at the London Coliseum on 22 June and run through 29 September 2021.

Statement of Historical Significance on Streatham Hill Theatre Released, Giving a Look Inside the Dormant Building

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 28, 2021

The Statement of Historical Significance on Streatham Hill Theatre has been produced by Aedas Arts Team, a world leading architecture and design practice for The Friends of Streatham Hill Theatre.

BWW Feature: Five London Shows That Got Away

by Matt Wolf — January 25, 2021

An ever-mutating virus has led to general uncertainty on and off the West End about the start-up of live performance.

Broadway Catch Up: September 28 - LaChanze, Rachel Potter, JAGGED LITTLE PILL, and More!

by Stephi Wild — September 28, 2020

While Broadway remains shut down, BroadwayWorld is keeping up with your favorite stars and giving you a peek at what they have been up to! Check out yesterday's highlights from some of your favorites, including LaChanze, the cast of Jagged Little Pill, and more!