Winnie 1988

Opened: May 31, 1988
Closing: July 30, 1988

Winnie - 1988 - West End History , Info & More

Based on the career of Sir Winston Churchill and his activities during World War II.

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St. Charles Singers to Launch 40th Anniversary Celebration with Concerts in Wheaton and St. Charles
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 30, 2024


The St. Charles Singers' season finale concerts April 20-21, 2024, will mark the start of the internationally recognized chamber choir's 40th-anniversary celebration with a program featuring songs about nature, especially flowers, and romantic love.

Tickets On Sale Now for the Return of WICKED To Devos Performance Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2024


Broadway Grand Rapids announces the sale of tickets for the hit musical WICKED. Don't miss your chance to experience this beloved show!

Cast Announced For Highland Park Players Presents DISNEY'S WINNIE THE POOH KIDS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2023


Highland Park Players has introduced the cast for their charming production of 'Disney's Winnie the Pooh Kids' playing February 24 through March 3rd at the Heller Nature Center!

Find Out What Halloween Horror Is Coming to Peacock This October
by Michael Major - Sep 18, 2023


No tricks, just treats. With over 500 titles to explore, Peacock has something to get everyone in the Halloween spirit. Please see below for new and recently added titles as well as a scary line-up of seasonal content. Check out what TV episodes, movies, documentaries, specials and more you can stream on Peacock this October!

Disney Legacy Animated Film Collection Available For Pre-Order
by Michael Major - Sep 11, 2023


Featuring 100 animated films from Disney, this special collection features a stunning array of Disney Animation and Pixar classics including Bambi, Sleeping Beauty, The Lion King, Toy Story, Frozen and Encanto. Select Pixar titles also includes a bonus disc of extras. Watch a promotional video now!

Han Chen to Perform György Ligeti's 18 Etudes and New Commissions at National Sawdust
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2023


Join pianist Han Chen at National Sawdust on September 24, 2023, for a captivating solo recital featuring György Ligeti's remarkable 18 Etudes and new commissions from talented composers. Celebrating Ligeti's centenary birthday, this concert promises an unforgettable evening of piano music.

Steven Pinder Returns to WICKED in the West End, and Simeon Truby Joins The UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2023


WICKED, the West End and Broadway musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, has announced the return of Steven Pinder as 'Doctor Dillamond' from Tuesday 24 October 2023 at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Comes to NJPAC in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2023


Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, America’s beloved cultural ambassador to the world, completes its 22-city coast-to-coast North American tour at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) Friday-Sunday, May 12-14, 2023.

Alvin Ailey Ends Nationwide Tour in Newark in May
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2023


Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, America's beloved cultural ambassador to the world, completes its 22-city coast-to-coast North American tour at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) Friday-Sunday, May 12-14, 2023. 

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center Welcomes Back Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, May 12-14
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2023


Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, America's beloved cultural ambassador to the world, completes its 22-city coast-to-coast North American tour at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) Friday-Sunday, May 12-14, 2023. 

Chicago Premiere of HEISENBERG: THE UNCERTAINTY PRINCIPLE to be Presented at Griffin Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2023


Griffin Theatre Company will continue its 33rd season with the Midwest premiere drama HEISENBERG: The Uncertainty Principle by Simon Stephens, directed by Nate Cohen, playing February 23 – March 26, 2023 on Raven Theatre’s Schwartz Stage.

Theatre Royal Brighton's New Season Guide Is Out Now
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2022


Theatre Royal Brighton's brand new What's On Guide is out now! Packed with top quality entertainment, there's a fabulous choice of shows this season from Mother Goose starring Ian McKellen and John Bishop this December, to Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons starring Aidan Turner and Jenna Coleman next March.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Present Works by Kyle Abraham and Twyla Tharp at New York City Center
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 1, 2022


Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, New York City Center's Principal Dance Company and America's cultural ambassador to the world, has announced highlights of its always-anticipated annual season at New York City Center. Returning to its “home” theater for four weeks November 30 - December 24, 2022, the Ailey company will present a world premiere by Kyle Abraham, the company premiere of Twyla Tharp's Roy's Joys, and a new production of Alvin Ailey's Survivors.

Upcoming Lineup Of Broadway Shows Announced At Marcus Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2022


Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC), Johnson Financial Group, and Broadway Across America are proud to announce the 2022-23 Broadway at the Marcus Center season, along with the new MPAC Presents series for 2022-23. 

Theater Stories: The OKLAHOMA! Revival, FUN HOME, AMERICAN BUFFALO & More About the Circle in the Square Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2021


This week's Theater Stories features The Circle in the Square Theatre! Learn about the Circle in the Square Theatre School, the 2019 Tony-winning revival of Oklahoma!, the show that was most recently set to be performed in the theatre, American Buffalo, and much more!

11 Books That Were Adapted Into Musicals
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 6, 2020


From Hamilton to Matilda, we're highlighting just 11 of many shows based on books for National #ReadaBookDay! Which one is your favorite?

21 Best Audition Songs For Kids & Teenagers
by Kori Lotito - Jun 27, 2019


Updated September 2023: Finding your best audition song is crucial - especially as a young performer. Check out some great audition song options for kids of all ages and find out how to pick the perfect audition song if you're a kid or teenager!

BWW Interview: Michael Rudko's One Lucky Actor, From Crowning Helen Mirren to Sparring With Dianne Wiest
by Gil Kaan - May 18, 2019


Samuel Beckett's masterpiece HAPPY DAYS has already begun previews May 15, 2019 at the Mark Taper Forum, with Dianne Wiest taking center stage as Winnie, partially buried in the sand. Providing a foil for her non-stop, almost-soliloquy, Michael Rudko portrays Willie, Winnie's mostly unseen husband. Michael found some time to answer a few of my inquisitive queries.

Flushing Town Hall And Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company Present CROSSCURRENT VI
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2019


Flushing Town Hall (FTH) is pleased to collaborate with Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company to present CrossCurrent VI which will feature a showcase of new works by Nai-Ni Chen and collaborator New Asia Chamber Music Society. A discussion will follow the performance. Tickets for are available online at www.flushingtownhall.org or by phone at 718-463-7700 x 220.

Flushing Town Hall Presents Collaboration with Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company
by Julie Musbach - Mar 15, 2019


Flushing Town Hall (FTH) and is pleased to collaborate with Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company to present a lineup in CrossCurrent VI, featuring the Nai-Ni Chen and collaborator New Asia Chamber Music Society. A discussion will follow the performance.

What is Coming and Leaving HULU in December
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 20, 2017


What is Coming and Leaving HULU in December. Please note titles and dates are subject to change.

Darren Donohue's DUAL CATS WITH ONE CRAYFISH Gets Reading Today at Irish Rep
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2017


Irish Repertory Theatre begins its 12th season of the New Works Reading Series with a staged reading of Darren Donohue's play DUAL CATS WITH ONE CRAYFISH.

Darren Donohue's DUAL CATS WITH ONE CRAYFISH Gets Reading at Irish Rep
by BWW News Desk - Oct 16, 2017


Irish Repertory Theatre begins its 12th season of the New Works Reading Series with a staged reading of Darren Donohue's play DUAL CATS WITH ONE CRAYFISH.

Oh, We Just Can't Wait... For the Remake- A Guide to Disney's Upcoming Live-Action Musicals!
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 5, 2017


With so many upcoming projects in the works, BWW has put together a guide to what's in store from the House of Mouse and its uber-talented creative teams!

Jam Packed June Is Full Of Fantastic Performances At The Epstein Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2017


An incredible year of entertainment at The Epstein Theatre shows no signs of slowing down with a whole host of brand new shows for all the family coming to Liverpool this June!

Winnie FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Winnie have there been?
Winnie has had 1 productions including West End which opened in 1988.

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