Victoria Wood News

Full Cast Announced For the UK Première of MARJORIE PRIME

by Stephi Wild — January 17, 2023

As public booking opens, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full casting for the UK première of Jordan Harrison's Marjorie Prime.

LOOKING FOR ME FRIEND: THE MUSIC OF VICTORIA WOOD Announces Extended 2023 Tour Dates

by Stephi Wild — December 19, 2022

Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood, writer and performer Paulus's celebration of the music of the late comedy genius and national treasure, is extending its tour of theatres and cabaret venues, with shows now on sale until May 2023.

Opening Season Revealed For Vibrant New Cabaret Venue At Wales Millennium Centre

by Stephi Wild — December 9, 2022

The opening season of Cabaret, Wales Millennium Centre's vibrant new venue, has been launched - opening in February 2023 showcasing the very best in drag, burlesque, comedy, gig theatre and more.

Kyle Richardson and More Join the Cast of THE LION KING UK and Ireland Tour

by Stephi Wild — November 28, 2022

The UK and Ireland Tour of Disney's The Lion King will welcome 12 new members to its cast of over 50 actors, singers and dancers this winter.

Leeds Playhouse Announces Spring/Summer 2023 Season, LORD OF THE FLIES, IN DREAMS, and More!

by Stephi Wild — November 15, 2022

Leeds Playhouse – named the UK's Most Welcoming Theatre at the recent UK Theatre Awards – has announced its Spring/Summer 2023 season of major, state-of-the-world stories, produced with freshness and urgency, and each epic in their own distinctive way.

2023 Dates Added To UK Tour Of Agatha Christie's THE MIRROR CRACK'D

by Stephi Wild — September 26, 2022

The UK Tour of Agatha Christie's THE MIRROR CRACK'D has been extended into 2023, with dates added in Cambridge, High Wycombe, Birmingham, Kingston and Aberdeen.

WICKED Will Welcome Back Mark Curry as The Wizard

by Stephi Wild — September 22, 2022

WICKED will welcome back Mark Curry as 'The Wizard' from Tuesday 18 October 2022.

Photos: First Look At Susie Blake In Agatha Christie's THE MIRROR CRACK'D UK Tour

by A.A. Cristi — September 16, 2022

Susie Blake, Sophie Ward and Joe McFadden will star in the brand new production of Rachel Wagstaff’s acclaimed adaptation of Agatha Christie’s THE MIRROR CRACK’D.

Queens Announced For RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE UK Season Four

by Michael Major — September 7, 2022

The highly anticipated series “RuPaul’s Drag Race UK” is returning to WOW Presents Plus and World of Wonder has now Ru-vealed the next set of fabulous drag queens.

Cast Announced For UK and Ireland Tour of MY FAIR LADY

by Stephi Wild — August 24, 2022

Casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of Bartlett Sher's critically acclaimed and multi award-winning production of Lerner & Loewe's much loved MY FAIR LADY, which comes to Birmingham Hippodrome from Wednesday 8 March – Sunday 26 March 2023.

Cahoots Theatre Company Presents The 2022/23 Tour Of LOOKING FOR ME FRIEND

by Stephi Wild — August 23, 2022

Cahoots Theatre Company presents the 2022/23 national tour of Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood, a nostalgic hour of entertainment celebrating the music of the late comedy genius and national treasure.

Sonata Piano & Cabaret Lounge Announces Upcoming Manchester Shows

by Stephi Wild — August 17, 2022

Manchester's acclaimed new venue, Sonata Piano & Cabaret Lounge, will host an array of theatre and cabaret stars in the coming weeks, showcasing everything from classic cabaret repertoire to brand new immersive theatre.

Final Line-up Confirmed For Liverpool Theatre Festival in Three Weeks

by Stephi Wild — August 11, 2022

The final programme for Liverpool Theatre Festival 2022 has been revealed – as organisers count down three weeks until the 12-day event returns with a packed programme of 17 productions.

Sheffield Theatres Announces The Newly Named Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

by Stephi Wild — August 10, 2022

Robert Hastie, Artistic Director of Sheffield Theatres, has announced that the venue previously known as the Studio theatre will now be named the Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse in honour of the hugely influential theatre designer that had an essential role in the creation of the Crucible complex.

Liverpool Theatre Festival Announces More Shows as Lead Sponsor and Partner Confirmed

by Stephi Wild — July 29, 2022

Liverpool Theatre Festival returns in five weeks for its third consecutive year – and it's back boasting its biggest programme yet bursting with talent, exciting new shows, and plenty of music, glamour, and comedy.

EDINBURGH 2022: Jordan Gray Guest Blog

by Natalie O'Donoghue — July 21, 2022

Guest Blog: Jordan Gray brings effervescent new comedy show to the Fringe

Full Cast Announced For Edinburgh Festival Fringe Run Of Tim Walker's BLOODY DIFFICULT WOMEN RUN

by Stephi Wild — July 6, 2022

Wind of Change, in association with Cahoots Theatre Company, today announce the full cast for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe run of Tim Walker's critically acclaimed production of Bloody Difficult Women.

Full cast announced for World Premiere Musical KATHY AND STELLA SOLVE A MURDER! at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2022

by Grace Cutler — July 1, 2022

First Eight Shows Announced For Liverpool Theatre Festival

by Stephi Wild — July 1, 2022

The multi award-winning Liverpool Theatre Festival returns this Autumn for its third consecutive year – with organisers announcing the first eight live entertainment shows for 2022.

EDINBURGH 2022: Pick of the Programme- Cabaret

by Natalie O'Donoghue — June 14, 2022

BWW reviewer Natalie O'Donoghue selects her top Cabaret highlights in the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe programme.