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Based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot

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There's no better way to introduce your family to the wonders of live theatre than with the magic, the mystery, the memory of CATS. What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway's history. Winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical, CATS features 20 of Andrew Lloyd Webber's timeless melodies, including the hit song "Memory."

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Atlanta Lyric Theatre to Stage CATS This Summer
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 19, 2015


The show that revolutionized musical theatre and was the biggest box office hit in Atlanta Lyric Theatre's 35-year history is returning this summer! It is time to re-introduce your family to the wonders of live theater with the magic, the mystery, the memory of CATS, playing July 17, 18, & 19, 2015 at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre (2800 Cobb galleria Pkwy., Atlanta). Tickets are available at www.TicketMaster.com, the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre Box Office, or by calling (800) 745-3000.

Palladium's CATS Set for Summer Run at Blackpool Opera House
by BWW News Desk - Mar 12, 2015


The Daily Mail writes that Andrew Lloyd Webber's London Palladium version of CATS, which starred Nicole Scherzinger (and later Kerry Ellis) in the role of 'Grizabella', is lining up a six-week summer run at the Blackpool Opera House, beginning July 9.

Photo Coverage: There's a New Glamour Cat in Town! First Look at Kerry Ellis As 'Grizabella' in West End's CATS
by Carrie Dunn - Feb 12, 2015


Kerry Ellis has joined the cast of Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats playing the role of Grizabella - and here she is!

Andrew Lloyd Webber Wants CATS to Return to the Palladium Next Christmas
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2015


According to the Daily Mail, Andrew Lloyd Webber wants Cats to return to the London Palladium over the holiday season next December before the musical pounces back to Broadway in 2016 -- hopefully starring Nicole Scherzinger.

Breaking News: CATS Makes Plans to Pounce Back to Broadway; Andrew Lloyd Webber Hopes Nicole Scherzinger Will Star
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 5, 2015


Nicole Scherzinger just made her West End stage debut as 'Grizabella' in Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats, and according to a recent interview with the Daily Mail, Webber has plans to bring the show (and his new star) to Broadway. He told DM: 'Cats will now definitely go to Broadway again. It's very exciting.'

Kerry Ellis to Join UK's CATS; Extends to April 25
by Christina Mancuso - Jan 5, 2015


Due to extraordinary public demand, Andrew Lloyd Webber's record breaking Cats today announces the release of over 100,000 new tickets for sale. Now booking at the London Palladium to 25 April 2015, tickets for Cats are from £20 with top price seats at £59.50 and children's tickets at half price for Monday to Thursdayperformances (see listings information below).

Photo Flash: The Jellicle Cats are Back! New Production Photos of West End Revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS!
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 19, 2014


Nicole Scherzinger just made her West End stage debut as 'Grizabella' in Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats, returning to the West End for a strictly limited run at the London Palladium. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a new look at the cast in action!

Kerry Ellis to Take Over Role of 'Grizabella' in West End's CATS in February?
by BWW News Desk - Dec 18, 2014


According to the Daily Mail, Kerry Ellis is next in line to portray 'Grizabella' in the West End revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS at the London Palladium.

Photo Flash: Andrew Lloyd Webber and CATS Creative Team Pose for #CatsSnap!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 16, 2014


Nicole Scherzinger just made her West End stage debut as 'Grizabella' in Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats, returning to the West End for a strictly limited run at the London Palladium. Below, check out a photo of creative team Webber, Trevor Nunn and John Napier posing at the show's #CatSnaps portrait, as featured on the official Facebook page.

Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS, Starring Nicole Scherzinger, Opens Tonight in the West End
by BWW News Desk - Dec 11, 2014


Nicole Scherzinger will make her West End stage debut as 'Grizabella' in Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats. Returning to the West End for a strictly limited run at the London Palladium, press night is tonight 11 December at 7pm.

Andrew Lloyd Webber on Initial Reaction to CATS: 'Everyone Thought We Were Completely & Utterly Crazy'
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 10, 2014


In today's Telegraph, composer Andrew Lloyd Webber spoke about the excitement of bringing his work back to the stage.

Photo Flash: A Jellicle Return! First Look at Nicole Scherzinger & More in West End Revival of CATS!
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 10, 2014


As previously announced, Nicole Scherzinger will make her West End stage debut as Grizabella in Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats. Returning to the West End for a strictly limited run at the London Palladium, press night is on 11 December at 7pm. Based on T. S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats, the original creative team - Director Trevor Nunn, Associate Director and Choreographer Gillian Lynne, Designer John Napier and Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber - are reunited to bring Cats back to the West End this Christmas. Below, check out new production shots of Scherzinger with the rest of the cast in action!

STAGE TUBE: Watch the Cast of CATS Get Fabulously Feline
by Matt Sowell - Nov 6, 2014


As the highly anticipated West End Revival of CATS draws near, videos were released of some of the cast members getting into their make-up. The videos feature Callum Train and Ziz Strallen, two of the show's actors, transforming into their cat make-up in two mesmerizing videos.

Full Cast Announced For Scherzinger-Led Company Of CATS!
by Carrie Dunn - Oct 24, 2014


As previously announced, Nicole Scherzinger will make her West End stage debut as Grizabella in Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats. Returning to the West End for a strictly limited run at the London Palladium from 6 December 2014

All Aboard - Meet the Full Cast of THE LAST SHIP, Setting Sail Tonight on Broadway!
by Meet the Cast - Oct 26, 2014


THE LAST SHIP - the new musical with music and lyrics by 16-time Grammy Award-winner Sting and book by Tony Award winner John Logan and Pulitzer Prize-winner Brian Yorkey opens tonight, October 26. The Last Ship is directed by Tony Award winner Joe Mantello and choreographed by Olivier Award winner and Tony Award nominee Steven Hoggett. Scroll down to learn more about the full cast and watch the company onstage in a commercial for the show below!

It's Official! The Pussycat Dolls' Nicole Scherzinger to Star as 'Grizabella' in London Revival of CATS!
by Robert Diamond - Sep 28, 2014


It's Official! It's been rumored for months, news leaked out last night in London, and BroadwayWorld.com has now confirmed online reports that Nicole Scherzinger will join the London revival of CATS as 'Grizabella.'

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 9/10- CATS
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 10, 2014


Today in 2000, Cats closed at the Wintergarden Theatre, where it ran for 7485 performances. Cats is a musical composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot. Cats first opened in the West End in 1981 and then on Broadway in 1982, each time directed by Trevor Nunn and choreographed by Gillian Lynne; it won numerous awards, including both the Laurence Olivier Award and the Tony Award for Best Musical.

Atlanta Lyric Theatre Presents CATS, Now thru 8/24
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2014


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is opening Atlanta Lyric Theatre's 35th anniversary season. It is time to introduce your family to the wonders of live theater with the magic, the mystery, the memory of CATS, playing today, August 8 - 24, 2014 at the Jennie T.

The Pussycat Dolls' Nicole Scherzinger in Talks to Star as 'Grizabella' in CATS at the London Palladium!
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2014


The Daily Mail writes that The Pussycat Dolls' lead vocalist Nicole Scherzinger is in early negotiations to star as 'Grizabella' in the upcoming CATS revival at the London Palladium this winter.

Monty Python's SPAMALOT Opens Tonight at Pittsburgh CLO
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2014


Join the quest for the Holy Grail today, July 29-August 3 with Monty Python's Spamalot. Based on the classic film comedy 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail,' Spamalot is the award-winning Broadway musical that took the Tony Awards by storm in 2005.

Monty Python's SPAMALOT to Open 7/29 at Pittsburgh CLO
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2014


Join the quest for the Holy Grail July 29-August 3 with Monty Python's Spamalot. Based on the classic film comedy "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," Spamalot is the award-winning Broadway musical that took the Tony Awards by storm in 2005.

Atlanta Lyric Theatre to Present CATS, 8/8-24
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 21, 2014


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is opening Atlanta Lyric Theatre's 35th anniversary season. It is time to introduce your family to the wonders of live theater with the magic, the mystery, the memory of CATS, playing August 8 - 24, 2014 at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre (548 S. Marietta Pkwy., Marietta). Tickets are available by calling 404-377-9948 or by visiting www.AtlantaLyricTheatre.com.

CATS, Starring Elizabeth Stanley, Ken T. Prymus and More, Opens Tonight at Pittsburgh CLO
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2014


Jellicle cats come one, come all! Join the Jellicle Ball, today, July 18 through July 27 with Pittsburgh CLO's production of CATS! A talented company of felines will bring Andrew Lloyd Webber's mysterious masterpiece to life on the Benedum Center stage.

FLASH FRIDAY: CATS Claws Its Way Back To The West End
by Pat Cerasaro - Jul 11, 2014


Today, in honor of the kick-off of the first West End revival of world renowned mega-musical CATS we serve up a fancy feline feast.

Photo Flash: Inside the Launch of CATS at The Palladium with Andrew Lloyd Webber, Trevor Nunn & Gillian Lynne!
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 7, 2014


Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats, based on T. S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats, returns to the West End for a strictly limited 12 week run at the London Palladium from 6 December 2014.

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