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Steven Berkoff and Kerry Ellis Among Special Events Lineup at the Greenwich Theatre
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2024


Greenwich Theatre has announced its line-up of special guest events, launching on 13 May with An Audience with Steven Berkoff. Check out the full lineup here!

John Lloyd Young Will Headline Crazy Coqs This July
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2024


John Lloyd Young, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning original star of Jersey Boys on Broadway and the Clint Eastwood-directed Warner Bros film, will bring a set of Broadway and West End showstoppers to the Crazy Coqs, July 2-4.

New Partnership Will Open The Door For Warrington Residents to Access Theatre
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2024


Shakespeare North Playhouse and Warrington based Not Too Tame have established a partnership with Warrington Borough Council to expand access to ambitious and inclusive theatre experiences.

FRAY Comes To Sadlers Wells Lilian Baylis Studio This June
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2024


FRAY, a unique and game-changing new production that intersects hip hop dance theatre with gaming and a conceptual AI world, is coming to Sadler's Wells' state of the art stage at Lilian Baylis Studio for an exclusive two night run on Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd June.

FRANKIE GOES TO BOLLYWOOD Transfers to The Southbank's Queen Elizabeth Hall in July
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2024


Frankie Goes to Bollywood will transfer to The Southbank’s Queen Elizabeth Hall. Performances run Wednesday 31 July - Sunday 18 August.

THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY Comes to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2024


A new adaptation of a favourite nursery rhyme will entertain young people at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre this half-term.

Cast Set For Dundee Rep's Production of NO LOVE SONGS
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2024


Dundee Rep has announced the cast for the upcoming UK dates of smash-hit gig theatre show, No Love Songs. Anna Russell Martin joins the cast as Lana, opposite John McLaron who is reprising the role of Jessie.

Student Blog: On The Verge of a Showcase
by Student Blogger: Natalie Liew - April 28, 2024


When I came to the UK to pursue my degree in musical theatre, I never thought I would land myself in so many other things outside of performing on stage. In a whirlwind of events, alongside my assessments, I have landed myself a part in our third year’s final showcase.

Photos: First Look At TAKING STEPS At Main Street Theater
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2024


Main Street Theater is producing the rollicking British farce, Taking Steps by internationally-acclaimed playwright, Sir Alan Ayckbourn. Get a first look at the cast in photos below.

Seven Dials Playhouse Announces Brand-New Support Package For Edinburgh Fringe Granted To Seven Productions
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2024


Seven Dials Playhouse announces support for seven productions at the Edinburgh Fringe. The brand-new package aims to provide financial and promotional assistance, fostering growth in the theatre community.

Video: Behind the Scenes of Alistair Mcdowall's CAPTAIN AMAZING At Southwark Playhouse Borough In May
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2024


Matthew Schmolle Productions have announced the 10 year anniversary production of Alistair McDowall's critically acclaimed Captain Amazing will open at Southwark Playhouse Borough this May. With previews from 1st May and press night on 2nd May.

Fantasia Orchestra To Make BBC Proms Debut This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2024


FANTASIA ORCHESTRA will make their debut at the BBC Proms this summer, performing alongside renowned artists Sheku and Braimah Kanneh-Mason and Plínio Fernandes.

Video: Watch a Trailer For THE ELVIS YEARS at the Dominion Theatre
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2024


An all new trailer has been released for The Elvis Years at the Dominion Theatre. Check out the video here!

LOST MEMORIES Installation Opens in the UK This Year
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2024


Lost Memories is a multi-screen video installation that draws on screenwriter Gary Thomas’ experience of being a carer to his mother, who had Alzheimer’s Disease.

Warrington Music Fest Will Return With a Headline Set By The Ambersons
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2024


Warrington Music Festival is back next month and this year it's even bigger with two stages in prime position in the town centre.

Poynton Party In The Park Returns This Summer With Disco Legends Odyssey
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2024


Poynton Party in the Park will return this summer. This year’s event takes place on Saturday, 8 June and will be headlined by disco superstars Odyssey.

Cast and Creative Team Set For FUN AT THE BEACH ROMP-BOMP-A-LOMP!!
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2024


The full cast and creative team have been announced for the world première of Brandon Lambert and Martin Landry’s Fun at the Beach Romp-Bomp-a-Lomp!!

Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre Reveals Lineup For Autumn 2024
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2024


A season shows has been announced for autumn 2024 at Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre. Learn more about the lineup here!

PIECE OF ME Comes to Camden People's Theatre in May
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2024


Claire Gaydon will bring her new writing debut Piece of Me to Camden People’s Theatre. This darkly comic piece about the loss of innocence in a world of surveillance  will run from Tuesday 21st May - Saturday 1st June 2024.

SUNNY SIDE UP Comes to Soho Theatre This Summer
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2024


Smash-hit show Sunny Side Up will return to London and is making an exciting transfer to Soho Theatre this summer. This honest and poetic sold-out hit encapsulates the essence of inner- city London life, following the story of Peckham-born David looking back at his early life.

HEDDA GABLER Begins Previews At The Stratford Festival
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024


Henrik Ibsen's sensation Hedda Gabler will begin performances at the Tom Patterson Theatre. Directed by Molly Atkinson, this show brings a complex portrait of female identity and independence, while gifting us with one of theatre's great tragic characters.

THE OLIVIA RODRIGO SHOW: A POP SOUR V GUTS to be Presented at The Union Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2024


Sad Girl Productions is back after a packed out show at the New Wimbledon Theatre! This time they are celebrating the works of Olivia Rodrigo. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Camden People's Theatre Unveils Programming for 30th Anniversary Festival THE CAMDEN ROAR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2024


Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Camden People's Theatre with THE CAMDEN ROAR festival. See the full lineup of performances and learn how to purchase tickets.

Dave Hill Brings New Stand-up Show CAVEMAN IN A SPACESHIP to London in May
by Stephi Wild - April 25, 2024


Dave Hill (as seen on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Girls5eva, Joe Pera Talks with You, Inside Amy Schumer) is coming to London with his new stand-up show 'Caveman in a Spaceship' in May.

HERE & NOW Adds Additional Week of Performances in Birmingham
by Stephi Wild - April 25, 2024


HERE & NOW, presented by UK pop sensation, Steps, will play an additional week at The Alexandra, Birmingham. HERE & NOW will now run in Birmingham from 9 – 30 November 2024. Tickets for the additional week will go on sale at 12noon on Monday 29 April.


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