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National Youth Orchestra to Perform Special PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Score for School Students
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2026
The National Youth Orchestra will present a unique version of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at free school concerts in Blackpool and Bolton, celebrating the musical's 40th anniversary with performances exclusively arranged by Andrew Lloyd Webber.
TOMATOES TRIED TO KILL ME BUT BANJOS SAVED MY LIFE Debuts in London for Two Nights
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2026
The hit Edinburgh Fringe sell-out show of 2023, 2024 and 2025, Keith Alessi's Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life will arrive at the Kings Head Theatre in London for two very special performances only.
Harry Clayton-Wright's MR BLACKPOOL Will Embark on UK Tour
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2026
Harry Clayton-Wright's Mr Blackpool will return in 2026 for its biggest performances yet, heading to Salford, Brighton and Blackpool on a UK tour. Learn more here!
North Yorkshire Council Backs THE ANCIENT OAK OF BALDOR for PMLD Audiences
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2026
A theatre show for people with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) has received funding from North Yorkshire Council to enable it to come to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre.
Photos: BARNUM Hits the Road on UK and Ireland Tour
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2026
All new production photos have been released from Barnum, the classic Broadway musical by Cy Coleman (music), Michael Stewart (lyrics) and Mark Bramble (book) that celebrates the life of the world’s greatest showman, P.T. Barnum.
Cast and Creatives Set For POOR at the Belgrade Theatre, Coventry
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
The Belgrade Theatre, Coventry, and Gate Theatre, Dublin have announced the cast for Poor, their co-production which will open at the Belgrade Theatre in May.
Woolwich Works to Host Spring Jazz and Global Music Series
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
Woolwich Works will present a live music series this spring, celebrating jazz heritage and global sounds. The series aims to showcase a diverse lineup of artists in an engaging cultural experience.
Brunel Museum to Host ENGINEERING IS A JOKE Comedy Night
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
Brunel Museum will present a unique comedy event, 'ENGINEERING IS A JOKE', featuring a lineup of comedians blending humor with engineering insights on March 4.
Denville Hall Marks 100th Anniversary with New Presidents and £26M Appeal
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
Denville Hall announces a £26 million centenary appeal and appoints Dame Helen Mirren, Sir Ian McKellen, and Daniel Radcliffe as new presidents in celebration of its 100th anniversary.
THE LAST MAN Makes UK Premiere at Southwark Playhouse in May
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
Daljung Kim will direct a new adaptation of cult Korean musical The Last Man by Jishik Kim and Seungyeon Kwon, with dramaturgy by Jethro Compton — a gripping one-person rock musical.
Stephen Joseph Theatre to Host MEET FRED This March
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
After touring 20+ countries and delighting thousands of audiences, Meet Fred will return to the UK for its 10th anniversary tour, visiting the SJT on 13 and 14 March.
JEEZUS! Returns to New Diorama Theatre for London Premiere This Spring
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
Following a smash hit sold out run at last year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe, this irreverent and high-octane comedy musical that collides Catholic guilt with Latin heat, has announced the premiere of a new fully-realised, scaled up production.
'Art Cure: An Evening with Daisy Fancourt in Conversation with James Graham and Suzie Miller' Comes to Go Live Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
Go Live Theatre has announced a special one night only fundraising event Art Cure: An Evening with Daisy Fancourt in Conversation with James Graham and Suzie Miller.
Review: THE BATTLE, Birmingham Rep
by Laura Lott - February 18, 2026
Before Taylor Swift versus Charli XCX - but after The Beatles versus The Rolling Stones - came Blur versus Oasis. David Niven's debut comedy at Birmingham Rep takes us back to the summer of 1995, when temperatures and egos both soared and the nation was gripped by the chart battle between Oasis’ “Roll With It” and Blur's “Country House”.
Alfie Boe Sets New Album 'Face Myself' Featuring Original Songs
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
Tony Award winner and international musical theater performer Alfie Boe has set the release of his first-ever album of predominantly original material, Face Myself, arriving on April 10. 
Jay & Joss to Launch UK Tour with New Illusion Show IT'S NOT A GAME
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
Jay & Joss are the award-winning illusionists who stunned the judges on Britain's Got Talent. Now they're back with a mind-bending new show - a chance to sit back and leave real life behind!
COME TOGETHER Returns to Liverpool Before UK Tour
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
The celebrated musical 'COME TOGETHER' featuring iconic Lennon & McCartney songs returns to Liverpool's Royal Court before embarking on a UK tour. The show stars Mark Newnham and Tom Connor, revisiting their roles as Lennon and McCartney.
Watermill Theatre Reveals Second Cohort Of Talent Development Programme, ‘Elemental’
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
Newbury's Watermill Theatre has announced details of the four artists who will be part of the second cohort of their talent development programme, Elemental. Learn more here!
OH SISTER MARY Comes to The Arches Lane Theatre, Battersea in March
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
Following her show last year at Charring Cross Theatre and her summer season in New York and Provincetown, join Sister for a new fun filled show of singing, comedy, silliness, showtunes, some surprises and a few games.
THE OLD LADIES Comes to the Finborough Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
A hit in the West End and on Broadway when it premiered in 1935, The Old Ladies, a classic drama from acclaimed playwright Rodney Ackland in its first London production for over 30 years opens at the multi-award-winning Finborough Theatre.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Reveals New Chair And Trustees
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre has announced the appointment of Lorna Jack as the new Chair of its Board of Trustees from March 2026. Learn more about her here!
THE ELO EXPERIENCE and ABBA-MERRY CHRISTMAS Come to Bradford Live in 2026
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
Music fans in Bradford are invited to celebrate two spectacular tribute shows at Bradford Live this year, as The ELO Experience brings its 20th Anniversary Tour, followed by the ultimate festive party, ABBA-Merry Christmas.
The Stylistics to Play UK Tour This October and November
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2026
Soul group The Stylistics is set to return to the UK with a 23-date tour, opening at Cardiff's New Theatre on October 26th, 2026. The tour will feature a setlist consisting of their hits, including the Grammy-nominated song ‘You Make Me Feel Brand New.'
UK Artist Tom Bailey To Cross 600km Of Arctic Borderlands In Climate-Conscious Performance  
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2026
A UK artist will traverse 600km of the Arctic borderlands to highlight the geopolitical impacts of melting ice. The journey aims to draw attention to the the environmental challenges posed by the Arctic's transformation.
DRAG RACE UK Stars Kitty Scott-Claus and Cheryl to Embark on UK Tour
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2026
Drag artists Kitty Scott-Claus and Cheryl are bringing their live show to stages across the UK this April, kicking off in Cardiff on Thursday 2nd April 2026 with a final performance at the Monkey Barrel in Edinburgh on Wednesday 22nd April 2026.

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