Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THESPIANS At Mercury Theatre
Rehearsal photos have been released for THESPIANS, Mischief’s first musical comedy, ahead of its world premiere at Mercury Theatre Colchester.
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Photos: Inside THE UK PANTOMIME AWARDS 2026
On Sunday 19 April, the winners of The Pantomime Awards 2026, staged in partnership with Trafalgar Entertainment and ATG Entertainment (ATGE), were announced by the UK Pantomime Association at a star-studded ceremony at Wycombe Swan in High Wycombe, presented by Vernon Kay.
Elaine Cassidy and Katherine Pearce to Star in EVEN THESE THINGS at the Royal Exchange Theatre
Elaine Cassidy and Katherine Pearce will be joining the cast of Rory Mullarkey’s original play EVEN THESE THINGS, which will have its World Premiere at The Royal Exchange Theatre as part of the 50th anniversary season under the theme ‘A Homecoming’.
Kelly Mathieson to Present Solo Concert at Crazy Coqs in London
Scottish soprano Kelly Mathieson, known for her role as Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera, will present a solo concert at Crazy Coqs, Brasserie Zedel, London, with musical director Eoin Mallon.
Cast Set For Noël Coward's THE MARQUISE UK Tour
Theatre Royal Windsor has announced casting for Noël Coward's The Marquise.
CAROLINE, THE DISAPPEARING MAN, and More Set For Titilola Dawudu's Inaugural Season as Artistic Director Of Hightide
Titilola Dawudu, Artistic Director and CEO of HighTide, has announced her inaugural season, including Caroline: The Musical, The Disappearing Man, and more.
Cast Set For TOTO KERBLAMMO! at the Unicorn Theatre
Tim Crouch's TOTO KERBLAMMO! returns to London's Unicorn Theatre with a new cast before embarking on a national tour to Keswick, Edinburgh, Newcastle, and Bath.
Simon Brodkin Announces UNLEASHED Tour: 56 Dates Worldwide
Simon Brodkin hits the road with his biggest ever tour, UNLEASHED – 56 dates across Australia, Sweden, Greece, Cyprus, and the UK and Ireland in 2026-2027.
Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Theater 11, Zurich
The international hit musical Tina – The Tina Turner Musical has landed in Switzerland as part of its recent UK and Ireland tour.
Brian Conley, Lesley Joseph, Gary Wilmot, and More Take Home 2026 Pantomime Awards; Full List
The UK Pantomime Association announced the winners of The Pantomime Awards 2026, with Brian Conley and Lesley Joseph receiving the inaugural Panto Icon Awards and designer Terry Parsons honored for Outstanding Achievement.
DON'T TELL DAD ABOUT DIANA Will Come to Underbelly Soho
Following a sell out run at Edinburgh Fringe and an Irish tour, Don’t Tell Dad About Diana will come to Underbelly Boulevard Soho for two nights only this May.
Rachel Bagshaw Joins UK Theatre Board As Unicorn Theatre Artistic Director
Rachel Bagshaw has joined the UK Theatre Board.
CACHÉS: CLÉ À DALÍ To Make London Debut
A Ukrainian-British immersive production inspired by Salvador Dalí's only novel will make its London debut this May.
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK To Star Shaun Williamson At Kings Theatre Portsmouth
Shaun Williamson will return to Portsmouth to star in Jack and the Beanstalk at Kings Theatre Portsmouth.
Darren Day Will Star as Sam Phillips in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Barn Theatre
Darren Day, known for West End roles in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOUR DREAMCOAT and LES MISÉRABLES, will star as Sam Phillips in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at the Barn Theatre in Cirencester.
FLOP! THE BEST SONGS FROM THE WORST MUSICALS Will Make London Premiere at Wilton's Music Hall
Arthur Hull's FLOP! THE BEST SONGS FROM THE WORST MUSICALS will present its London premiere at Wilton's Music Hall, featuring songs from notorious misfires including Carrie the Musical, Diana The Musical, and King Kong.
WOODHILL Will Embark on UK Tour
Verbatim theatre company LUNG announced a UK tour of WOODHILL, its play about HMP Woodhill made with bereaved families, as the Ministry of Justice released an action plan following the prison's second urgent notification in three years.
MATTHEW BOURNE'S CINDERELLA Will Come to Milton Keynes Theatre in 2027
Matthew Bourne's CINDERELLA will present at Milton Keynes Theatre for a limited run, bringing the acclaimed dance production to Buckinghamshire audiences.
Theatre Peckham and Words of Colour Launch Annual Alex Wheatle Day
Theatre Peckham and Words of Colour have announced the launch of Alex Wheatle Day on Monday 4 May 2026 at Peckham Fringe to celebrate the literary legacy of the multi-award-winning author who died on 16 March 2025.
FLASHBANG To Play Belgrade Theatre As Part Of UK Tour
Flashbang, a new play by James Lewis, will visit the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry as part of its UK tour.
Warrington Music Festival Will Return This Summer With Winachi and More
A line-up of almost 20 bands and artists have been revealed as part of Warrington’s biggest annual showcase of emerging music talent, including Winachi who will headline.
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Bryony Kimmings Will Bring BOG WITCH to Storyhouse on UK & Ireland Tour
Bryony Kimmings will bring her new live autobiographical show Bog Witch to Storyhouse this summer as part of a major tour of UK and Ireland.
Frances Ruffelle, Sally George, and Alan Cumming's I CAN DIE TOO Will Premiere at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Tony Award winner Frances Ruffelle and Olivier Award winner Stephen Ashfield will star in I CAN DIE TOO, a new play with music co-written by Ruffelle, Sally George, and Alan Cumming, at Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Photos: BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL in Rehearsal
The world premiere of BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL will open at Lowry, Salford and 20 May at Curve, Leicester.
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Count Arthur Strong - And it''s Goodnight from Me! Scarborough Spa Suncourt (4/18-4/18) |
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The Extraordinary Life of a Rat Racer theSpace on the Mile (8/07-8/15) |
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Christmas In Ireland Scarborough Spa Grand Hall (12/17-12/17) |
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The Scarlet Pimpernel - Stokenham/ Kingsbridge - theatre period drama Stokenham Village Hall (7/11-10/11) |
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Reuben Solo: Someone in This Crowd Will Betray Me [Revenge Edition] Fairfield Social Club (9/10-9/11) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! The Y Theatre (5/27-5/27) |
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Extant's Enhance Shows Underbelly (8/17-8/17) |
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National Dance Company Wales - Blue | Glas Sherman Theatre (9/17-9/18) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! Floral Pavilion Theatre (5/21-5/21) |
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The War of the Worlds - Live the Concert Experience Waterfront Hall Auditorium (10/06-10/07) |