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Donaldson's STICK MAN Plays London's Leicester Square Theatre, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2014


Scamp Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre are delighted to announce that Stick Man by Julia Donaldson will return in 2014, and for the first will play two capital cities simultaneously! Stick Manwill play Christmas Seasons at London's Leicester Square Theatre from today 8 November 2014 (where it returns for a fourth consecutive season) and at the Edinburgh's Christmas festival from Saturday 22 November 2014. On sale now.

Donaldson's STICK MAN to Play London's Leicester Square Theatre, Nov. 8
by Matt Smith - Oct 7, 2014


Scamp Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre are delighted to announce that Stick Man by Julia Donaldson will return in 2014, and for the first will play two capital cities simultaneously! Stick Manwill play Christmas Seasons at London's Leicester Square Theatre from Saturday 8 November 2014 (where it returns for a fourth consecutive season) and at the Edinburgh's Christmas festival from Saturday 22 November 2014. On sale now.

BWW Reviews: HETTY FEATHER, Crucible, Sheffield, 17 June 2014
by Ruth Deller - Jun 19, 2014


The stage adaptation of Jacqueline WIilson's novel is a lovingly put-together blend of comedy, tragedy and circus performance.

Stance Theatre's DRAG KING RICHARD III Comes to Riverside Studios, July 28-Aug 3
by BWW News Desk - Jun 17, 2014


Following a highly acclaimed run at the Bristol Shakespeare Festival, Stance Theatre presents a powerful Richard III ahead of other summer blockbuster productions. Drag King Richard III explores the complexity of switching gender as lead character Laurie embarks on the challenging journey of transitioning from female to male.

HETTY FEATHER to Play Crucible Lyceum Studio, 17-21 June
by Tyler Peterson - May 23, 2014


The world premiere production of million-selling childrens author Jacqueline Wilson's Hetty Feather bounds onto the Crucible stage from Tuesday 17 to Saturday 21 June.

HETTY FEATHER Transfers To Vaudeville Theatre For Limited Summer Season
by Carrie Dunn - May 22, 2014


Following a critically acclaimed and hugely popular run at the Rose Theatre, Kingston, and a smash-hit national and international tour, best-selling author Jacqueline Wilson's tale of fiery and feisty Hetty Feather transfers to the Vaudeville Theatre for a limited run over the summer. The production is brought thrillingly to life on stage by award-winning script writer Emma Reeves, and the Olivier Award nominated director Sally Cookson. The production opens on 6 August (press performances at 2pm & 7pm), with previews from 5 August, and runs until 6 September.

Review Roundup: JANE EYRE at the Bristol Old Vic
by Christina Mancuso - Feb 27, 2014


Sally Cookson's adaptation of Jane Eyre opened at the Bristol Old Vicon 20 February and runs through 29 March. Let's see what the critics had to say:

Jacqueline Wilson's HETTY FEATHER to Open 5 April at Rose Theatre Kingston Ahead of UK Tour
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 7, 2014


The world premiere production of Jacqueline Wilson's HETTY FEATHER opens at Rose Theatre Kingston on Saturday 5 April before heading out on a UK and international tour visiting Birmingham, Cheltenham, Edinburgh, Cambridge, Sheffield and Dubai. FIERY

The Grand 1894 Opear House Presents WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2014


The Serious Fun Children's Series at The Grand 1894 Opera House continues with We're Going On A Bear Hunt. This fun-filled adventure will take place today, February 5 at 10am.

STOMP, SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD & More Added to Sheffield Theatre's Spring/Summer Season
by Diana Heisroth - Jan 31, 2014


Sheffield Theatres today announces four new shows that go on sale this weekend, as part of the company's spring and summer seasons in 2014. The shows will go on sale to Centre Stage Members on Saturday 1 February and to the general public on Saturday 8 February.

Children's Books Hit Stage at KIDSFEST in Manila, Now thru 1/26
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2014


Well-loved children's books 'The Gruffalo's Child' and 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt' are set to hit the local theatre scene via 'KidsFest,' a children's theatre festival slated today, Jan. 17 to the 26th, 2014, at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati.

The Grand 1894 Opear House to Present WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT, 2/5
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2014


The Serious Fun Children's Series at The Grand 1894 Opera House continues with We're Going On A Bear Hunt. This fun-filled adventure will take place Wednesday, February 5 at 10am.

Children's books Hit Stage at KIDSFEST in Manila, 1/17-26
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 11, 2013


Well-loved children's books "The Gruffalo's Child" and "We're Going on a Bear Hunt" are set to hit the local theatre scene via 'KidsFest,' a children's theatre festival slated on Jan. 17 to 26, 2014, at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati.

Marti Webb Set to Lead TELL ME ON A SUNDAY at St. James Theatre; Opens January 8
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 22, 2013


St. James Theatre & Barry Satchwell-Smith have just announced that one of Britain's most popular musical stars, Marti Webb, will perform the original production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Don Black's classic Tell Me On a Sunday from 7-12 January 2014. Tickets go on sale on Friday 22 November. Press night is on 8 January 2014.

Photo Flash: SCENES FROM A MARRIAGE Celebrates Opening at St. James Theatre - Trevor Nunn and More!
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2013


Trevor Nunn's production of Ingmar Bergman's Scenes from a Marriage, adapted by Joanna Murray-Smith, officially opened at the St. James Theatre last night, Tuesday 24 September 2013 and will run until 9 November. BroadwayWorld has photos of the company's opening night festivities below!

STICK MAN to Tour the UK Prior to West End Return, Oct 2013
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 13, 2013


Scamp Theatre & Watford Palace Theatre are delighted to announce the return of Stick Man by Julia Donaldson, touring the UK from October 2013 prior to a West End return for a Christmas Season at Leicester Square Theatre from Saturday 16 November 2013 (press performance Wednesday 20 November, 10.30am).

Shane Attwool, Mark Bazeley and More Lead SCENES FROM A MARRIAGE - Full Cast Announced!
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 9, 2013


Shane Attwooll (Peter/Arne), Mark Bazeley (Johan), Melanie Jessops (Mrs. Palm/Mrs Jacobi) and Aislinn Sands (Katrina/Eva) will join the previously announced Olivia Williams (Marianne) in Trevor Nunn's production of Ingmar Bergman's Scenes from a Marriage,adapted by Joanna Murray-Smith. Scenes from a Marriage is produced by St. James Productions.

Olivia Williams Leads SCENES FROM A MARRIAGE at St. James Theatre, Sept 11
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 2, 2013


David Gilmore, Artistic Director of the St. James Theatre, today announces the next production at the St. James Theatre. Scenes from a Marriage, written by Ingmar Bergman, adapted by Joanna Murray-Smith and directed by Trevor Nunn will run from 11 September to 09 November. The press night will take place on 16 September 2013, almost exactly one year since the theatre's first press night, for Bully Boy by Sandi Toksvig, which took place on 18 September 2012.

The Lyric Theatre Presents WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT, July 3-Sept.1
by Samantha Vega - May 8, 2013


WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT, the perfect theatrical outing for any young family, arrives in the West End for a limited summer season at the LYRIC THEATRE, SHAFTESBURY AVENUE from WEDNESDAY 3 JULY to SUNDAY 1 SEPTEMBER 2013, direct from a smash-hit international tour.

WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT Confirms Daytime Summer Residency At Lyric Theatre
by Carrie Dunn - Mar 22, 2013


WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT, the perfect theatrical outing for any young family, arrives in the West End for a limited summer season at the LYRIC THEATRE, SHAFTESBURY AVENUE from WEDNESDAY 3 JULY to SUNDAY 1 SEPTEMBER 2013, direct from a smash-hit international tour.

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