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Beautiful Thing 2023

Opened: September 8, 2023
Closing: October 07, 2023

Beautiful Thing - 2023 West End History , Info & More

Teenage boys Ste and Jamie are neighbours on a South London estate. Jamie is more knowledgeable about The Sound of Music than football, while classmate Ste never misses a sports day. Both are being bullied, Jamie at school and Ste at home by his violent father and brother. One night, when things get too much, Ste seeks refuge in Jamie's flat and, sharing a bed, the boys strike up a new relationship. Together they come to terms with their sexuality and explore their feelings alongside their Mama Cass loving, rebellious friend Leah and with the much-needed emotional support of Jamie's lioness mother, Sandra.

This 30th-anniversary revival of Jonathan Harvey's iconic, coming-out and coming-of-age story set in the nineties, is about community, friendship, rites of passage and what it is to be 16 and in love.

BEAUTIFUL THING is a touching, urban love story, full of warmth and humour.

__Assisted performances__

BSL interpreted: Thu 28 Sep, 7.30pm

Captioned: Fri 29 Sep, 7.30pm

Audio Described: Sat 30 Sep, 2.30pm

Relaxed Environment: Sat 23 Sep, 2.30pm

Masked and Socially Distanced: Tue 19 Sep, 7.30pm

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Brandon Flowers Talks THRASHER, Elvis and MR. BRIGHTSIDE with Anthony Mason
by Rachel Stone - Aug 12, 2026


Brandon Flowers discussed his new solo album THRASHER, his sister's abusive marriage and an imagined encounter with Elvis Presley in a new interview with Anthony Mason.

PENTATONIX to Bring CHRISTMAS IN THE CITY Tour to Casper
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2026


Pentatonix will bring its holiday arena tour to Casper, Wyoming, as part of a 28-city North American run tied to the deluxe edition of the group's album CHRISTMAS IN THE CITY.

JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY and More Set for August Birdland Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater in New York revealed a monthlong slate of jazz performances, including Bill Charlap and Renee Rosnes, Monty Alexander, and the MIKI YAMANAKA TRIO.

PLAY ON! Cast and Creative Team Set for Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2026


Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team for PLAY ON!, a jazz musical retelling of Twelfth Night set to Duke Ellington's music, opening its 40th Anniversary Season.

JUDGE NO BOOK to Open Festival of Cinema NYC's 10th Anniversary Edition
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2026


Festival of Cinema NYC will return to the Regal UA Midway in Forest Hills with a lineup of over 100 independent films, panels and special anniversary screenings marking its tenth year.

Interview: For Steven Maler, Shakespeare on the Common is A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 27, 2026


For Steven Maler, founding artistic director of Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” holds special significance as the first free outdoor Shakespeare production he directed with CSC, in 1996 in Copley Square. This summer Maler is again directing the comedy – through August 9 at the Parkman Bandstand on Boston Common, in partnership with the City of Boston’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture – to mark CSC’s 30th anniversary.

Ben Platt Wants to Star in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE and ANGELS IN AMERICA
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2026


Ben Platt has already had a plethora of career highlights, but in a recent interview, he revealed some of the dream roles he still has on his bucket list, including Sunday in the Park With George and Angels in America.

Interview: Delaney Benson of MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT at The Fox Theatre
by Joseph Harrison - Jul 18, 2026


MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT, the Tony Award-winning musical comedy gallops into Atlanta’s Fox Theatre July 21st–26th. I caught up with Delaney Benson to talk about life on the road, and the family legacy that helped shape her own theatrical journey.

Tickets to THE WIZ, SIX, BEETLEJUICE & More on Sale Now for Broadway in Wilmington 26/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2026


Single tickets for the Broadway in Wilmington 2026/27 season at the Playhouse on Rodney Square are now on sale, featuring The Wiz, Six, Beetlejuice, and more.

Single Tickets to Broadway in Wilmington's 2026/2027 Season on Sale Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2026


The Playhouse on Rodney Square revealed that single tickets for the Broadway in Wilmington 2026/2027 season will go on sale, featuring Clue, A Beautiful Noise, Beetlejuice and more.

Talia Suskauer Dives Deep Into Her Latest Role in A WALK ON THE MOON
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jul 5, 2026


Now running at The Laura Pels Theatre at the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre is A Walk on the Moon. Inspired by the acclaimed 1999 film, A Walk on the Moon is directed by Tony Award nominee Sheryl Kaller and features a book and additional lyrics by original screenwriter Pamela Gray, music and lyrics by Tony Award and Grammy Award nominee AnnMarie Milazzo, and choreography by Josh Prince. In this interview, Talia Suskauer, who plays 'Pearl', reflects on the rehearsal process and the journey of the new musical so far.

Full Cast Set For THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2026


Mollie Gallagher, Oliver Farnworth, and Sam Jackson join John Partridge in the world stage play premiere of THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS, touring the UK and Ireland.

Interview: Aliya Kanani Returns to the Ottawa Fringe with A COMEDIAN'S GUIDE TO ENLIGHTENMENT
by Courtney Castelino - Jun 24, 2026


Kanani took some time to share information about her new show, provide recommendations for other Fringe shows, and let us in on her City of Ottawa must-dos.

Eisa Davis Deep Dives on ||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||, ANGELA's MIXTAPE, and WARRIORS
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 14, 2026


The Pulitzer Prize-nominated writer and actor Eisa Davis discusses her new play at the Vineyard, ||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||, as well as her other upcoming projects including a revival of Angela’s Mixtape and the new musical Warriors.

LIONS by Lightning Rod Special to Make International Premiere at Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2026


Lightning Rod Special, the Obie and Fringe First-winning Philadelphia company behind Underground Railroad Game, will bring LIONS to Edinburgh Festival Fringe for its international premiere, a clown show about the deaths of the creators' fathers.

PRIDEFEST 2026 to Showcase New Queer Works at The Tank NYC
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026


The Tank NYC announced the lineup for PRIDEFEST 2026, an annual festival of new performances by queer artists curated by Max Mooney, featuring theater, comedy, puppetry, storytelling, and music at The Tank in New York City.

Norm Lewis, Will Roland and More to Perform at 54 Below in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026


Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Grammy and Emmy winner Will Roland, Tony winner Norm Lewis and more. 

Has the Broadway Stage Door Experience Become Tainted by Badly Behaved Fans?
by Michael Gioia - May 25, 2026


BroadwayWorld breaks down why some actors are choosing not to stage door at Broadway shows as safety concerns continue to rise.

Creative Team Set for World Premiere of LANNY at Bristol Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026


Bristol Old Vic, in association with ETT, has announced the full creative team for the world premiere stage adaptation of Max Porter's novel LANNY, with direction by Nancy Medina and writing by Bea Roberts.

Interview: 'I Feel Innately Connected to Puccini’s Scores': Soprano Caitlin Gotimer on Taking On TOSCA at Glyndebourne
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 18, 2026


2026 marks the first time that Glyndbourne has staged Puccini's Tosca, a devastating opera of love and betrayal. It’s also a first for Glyndebourne Music Director Robin Ticciati, who conducts this powerfully dramatic piece, as well as a Festival debut from exciting American director Ted Huffman.

Interview: Lindy Keefe And Various Performers of QUEER MOON CABARET at Susquehanna Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - May 15, 2026


This event is a beautiful example of community-building, joy, and resilience. It is a magical creation of queer-affirming space, where performers showcase what they feel most proud of, and attendees validate and celebrate in the most beautiful way!

Book Review: WALKING SHADOW LOVE, LOSS AND SHAKESPEARE, By Greg Doran
by Cheryl Markosky - May 15, 2026


While The Winter's Tale's regarded as a play of two halves (set in Sicilia and Bohemia), former Royal Shakespeare Company director Greg Doran's poignant and absorbing Walking Shadow is a book of two halves.

Counting Up the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2026 Nominees
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2026


The 2026 Tony nominees are already winners... literally. For some, this marks their first nomination, but others have already won Tony Awards in seasons past. We took a look at which nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or four!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 64 awards.

Interview: 'It's Been A Long Ride": Actor Bradley Gibson On Returning to HERCULES in London's West End
by Kat Mokrynski - May 19, 2026


Having originated the role of Hercules at the Paper Mill Playhouse in New Jersey in 2023, Bradley Gibson is returning to Disney’s Hercules, this time in London's West End from 29 June! We recently had the chance to speak with Gibson about returning to the role, talking about what originally made him want to be a part of it, what it is like to come back to the role and his favourite songs from the show!

CONSTELLATIONS Will Come to Cork Midsummer Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026


Cork Arts Theatre, in association with Cork Midsummer Festival, will present CONSTELLATIONS by Nick Payne, directed by Al Dalton, starring Julie Maguire and Aidan Moriarty in an 80-minute drama about love and free will.

Beautiful Thing History

Other Productions of Beautiful Thing

1999   Off-Broadway
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2013   West End
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