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Olivier Awards Reveals Eligibility for 2026 Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The Olivier Awards has revealed eligibility for the 2026 Awards. The 50th anniversary Olivier Awards will take place at the Royal Albert Hall, with highlights to be broadcast on BBC TV and radio.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The Olivier Awards has revealed eligibility for the 2026 Awards. The 50th anniversary Olivier Awards will take place at the Royal Albert Hall, with highlights to be broadcast on BBC TV and radio.
Les Dennis, Sandra Marvin, Evelyn Hoskins Join WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Les Dennis, Sandra Marvin, and Evelyn Hoskins are set to join the cast of the UK and Ireland tour of WAITRESS, enhancing the beloved musical with their acclaimed talents.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Les Dennis, Sandra Marvin, and Evelyn Hoskins are set to join the cast of the UK and Ireland tour of WAITRESS, enhancing the beloved musical with their acclaimed talents.
SINATRA THE MUSICAL Will Open in London's West End This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Sinatra The Musical, a new musical based on the life and career of the legendary artist and cultural icon, will open in London in 2026. The Broadway-aimed musical will begin performances at Aldwych Theatre, London on Wednesday 3 June 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Sinatra The Musical, a new musical based on the life and career of the legendary artist and cultural icon, will open in London in 2026. The Broadway-aimed musical will begin performances at Aldwych Theatre, London on Wednesday 3 June 2026.
Photos: ONE DAY: THE MUSICAL in Rehearsal at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2026
All new rehearsal photos have been released for One Day: The Musical at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh. Check out the photos and learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2026
All new rehearsal photos have been released for One Day: The Musical at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh. Check out the photos and learn more here!
Review: GERRY & SEWELL, Aldwych Theatre
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - Jan 16, 2026
Who gets to decide where, or what, ‘home’ is? For many, it’s a place: the town or city you were born in; the destination you’ve always felt drawn to, regardless of the reason; or maybe it’s a building, somewhere you feel your safest. It’s to no one's surprise that when you ask a Geordie where their home is, they will give you one of two answers: “The Toon” or “St James’ Park”. Gerry & Sewell reminds people how important going ‘home’ really is.
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - Jan 16, 2026
Who gets to decide where, or what, ‘home’ is? For many, it’s a place: the town or city you were born in; the destination you’ve always felt drawn to, regardless of the reason; or maybe it’s a building, somewhere you feel your safest. It’s to no one's surprise that when you ask a Geordie where their home is, they will give you one of two answers: “The Toon” or “St James’ Park”. Gerry & Sewell reminds people how important going ‘home’ really is.
Interview: 'It's About Anyone With A Dream': Actor Becky Clayburn on Working Class Stories and Pride in the North East in GERRY & SEWELL
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - Jan 13, 2026
Becky Clayburn is an actor who truly represents what the North-East of England has to offer. With a natural talent for performing and a personality that will make you think of home, Clayburn puts the ‘Northern’ into ‘Northern Soul’. Before reprising her role as Tyneside in Jamie Eastlake’s production of Gerry and Sewell, making its West End debut after dominating the North-East theatre scene, BroadwayWorld sat down with her to talk about all things ‘Gerry and Sewell’, the region we both grew up in, and how important returning to your hometown is.
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - Jan 13, 2026
Becky Clayburn is an actor who truly represents what the North-East of England has to offer. With a natural talent for performing and a personality that will make you think of home, Clayburn puts the ‘Northern’ into ‘Northern Soul’. Before reprising her role as Tyneside in Jamie Eastlake’s production of Gerry and Sewell, making its West End debut after dominating the North-East theatre scene, BroadwayWorld sat down with her to talk about all things ‘Gerry and Sewell’, the region we both grew up in, and how important returning to your hometown is.
TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to Milton Keynes
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026
The first-ever UK and Ireland tour of the West End musical TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 27 Jan - Sat 7 Feb 2026. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026
The first-ever UK and Ireland tour of the West End musical TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 27 Jan - Sat 7 Feb 2026. Learn more here!
Jeff Rawle, Tony Jayawardena and Timothy Watson Join the Cast of SHADOWLANDS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the West End production of William Nicholson's beloved and deeply moving play SHADOWLANDS, directed by Rachel Kavanaugh. which opens at London's Aldwych Theatre in February.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the West End production of William Nicholson's beloved and deeply moving play SHADOWLANDS, directed by Rachel Kavanaugh. which opens at London's Aldwych Theatre in February.
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL to Run for 2 Nights at Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts
by Gillian Blum - Dec 20, 2025
The new Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts will bring the North American tour of the joyful and triumphant Broadway smash hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical to the newly renovated and recently reopened iconic venue.
by Gillian Blum - Dec 20, 2025
The new Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts will bring the North American tour of the joyful and triumphant Broadway smash hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical to the newly renovated and recently reopened iconic venue.
Bill Fellows, Katherine Dow Blyton, and More Join GERRY & SEWELL Cast
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025
Screen stars have joined the cast of the hit production Gerry & Sewell as it makes its West End debut with a two-week run at the Aldwych Theatre. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025
Screen stars have joined the cast of the hit production Gerry & Sewell as it makes its West End debut with a two-week run at the Aldwych Theatre. Learn more here!
Cast Set For OPERATION MINCEMEAT UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
Following the seventeenth West End and fifth Broadway extensions, the Tony Award® and double Olivier Award-winning musical OPERATION MINCEMEAT unveils the cast for the UK leg of its world tour.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
Following the seventeenth West End and fifth Broadway extensions, the Tony Award® and double Olivier Award-winning musical OPERATION MINCEMEAT unveils the cast for the UK leg of its world tour.
Helen George and Felicity Kendal Will Lead Cole Porter's HIGH SOCIETY at London's Barbican Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025
The razor-sharp wit of Cole Porter will return to the Barbican next summer in a new production of Porter’s musical masterpiece HIGH SOCIETY. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025
The razor-sharp wit of Cole Porter will return to the Barbican next summer in a new production of Porter’s musical masterpiece HIGH SOCIETY. Learn more here!
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Victoria Premiere Begins In January
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2025
Broadway in Victoria will present the Victoria premiere of the award-winning Broadway musical TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, on stage from January 6-11, 2026, at Victoria's Royal Theatre (805 Broughton St).
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2025
Broadway in Victoria will present the Victoria premiere of the award-winning Broadway musical TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, on stage from January 6-11, 2026, at Victoria's Royal Theatre (805 Broughton St).
Photos: Siobhan James and More in CINDERELLA at Hackney Empire
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025
You can now get a first look at Hackney Empire's 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe, now playing.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025
You can now get a first look at Hackney Empire's 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe, now playing.
Interview: 'It's Just A Really Special Show': Actor Joel Montague on Working With His Wife and Feeling Christmassy in ELF THE MUSICAL
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 25, 2025
Elf the Musical, an adaptation of the hit film starring Will Ferrell, has returned to the West End for the Christmas season, with Joel Montague taking on the role of Buddy the Elf. The show follows Buddy as he leaves the North Pole to find his human father after discovering that he is actually not an elf like everyone else.
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 25, 2025
Elf the Musical, an adaptation of the hit film starring Will Ferrell, has returned to the West End for the Christmas season, with Joel Montague taking on the role of Buddy the Elf. The show follows Buddy as he leaves the North Pole to find his human father after discovering that he is actually not an elf like everyone else.
Photos: CINDERELLA Pantomime in Rehearsal at Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025
Hackney Empire has released the first rehearsal images from its 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe. Check out the photos and learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025
Hackney Empire has released the first rehearsal images from its 2025 pantomime, Cinderella, directed by Clive Rowe. Check out the photos and learn more here!
Maggie Siff to Join Hugh Bonneville in SHADOWLANDS at Aldwych Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025
Maggie Siff will star as Joy Davidman in the West End production of William Nicholson’s beloved and deeply moving play SHADOWLANDS, alongside Hugh Bonneville.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025
Maggie Siff will star as Joy Davidman in the West End production of William Nicholson’s beloved and deeply moving play SHADOWLANDS, alongside Hugh Bonneville.
Photos: Inside ELF THE MUSICAL Gala Night in London
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
All new photos have been released from the gala night for ELF the Musical on 6 November. In attendance were Dani Dyer, Faye Tozer, Juliet Mayhew, Rob Madge, Vanessa Feltz and Ranj Singh amongst others. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
All new photos have been released from the gala night for ELF the Musical on 6 November. In attendance were Dani Dyer, Faye Tozer, Juliet Mayhew, Rob Madge, Vanessa Feltz and Ranj Singh amongst others. Check out the photos here!
VIDEO: Joel Harper-Jackson covers Aerosmith at WEST END LIVE LOUNGE
by West End Video - Nov 7, 2025
Joel Harper-Jackson, who recently starred in Standing At The Sky's Edge at the Gillian Lynne Theatre, is widely recognised for his work across stage and screen. His theatre credits include Cock (Ambassador's Theatre), Kinky Boots (Adelphi Theatre), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Aldwych Theatre), La Cage aux Folles (UK Tour), Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), and Les Misérables (Queen’s Theatre), among others. On screen, he has appeared in ITV’s Doctor Who, Pieces of Her for Netflix, and the feature film The Colour Room.
by West End Video - Nov 7, 2025
Joel Harper-Jackson, who recently starred in Standing At The Sky's Edge at the Gillian Lynne Theatre, is widely recognised for his work across stage and screen. His theatre credits include Cock (Ambassador's Theatre), Kinky Boots (Adelphi Theatre), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Aldwych Theatre), La Cage aux Folles (UK Tour), Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), and Les Misérables (Queen’s Theatre), among others. On screen, he has appeared in ITV’s Doctor Who, Pieces of Her for Netflix, and the feature film The Colour Room.
Photos: ELF THE MUSICAL Now Playing at the Aldwych Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
All new photos have been released from ELF the Musical, which is now in performances at the Aldwych Theatre. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
All new photos have been released from ELF the Musical, which is now in performances at the Aldwych Theatre. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!
Aldwych Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Aldwych Theatre?
Aldwych Theatre's current show is Tina - The Tina Turner Musical which began performances on 4/17/2018.
What when was Aldwych Theatre built?
Aldwych Theatre was built in 1905.
How many seats does Aldwych Theatre have?
Aldwych Theatre has 1176 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Aldwych Theatre?
Fame which ran from 6/27/1995 to 4/22/2006, Tina - The Tina Turner Musical which ran from 4/17/2018 to 9/14/2024, Dirty Dancing which ran from 10/24/2006 to 7/9/2011, Tina - The Tina Turner Musical which ran from 8/5/2021 to 5/31/2025 and
What show is next for Aldwych Theatre?
Aldwych Theatre's next show is Sinatra The Musical which begins performances on 6/3/2026.
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