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Roger McGough Named Ambassador for A POET IN EVERY PORT, Announces UK Tour

Roger McGough Named Ambassador for A POET IN EVERY PORT, Announces UK Tour

by BWW News Desk — January 22, 2026
The Southbank Centre has announced poet Roger McGough as the celebrity ambassador for A Poet In Every Port, alongside the full touring route for the project bringing the National Poetry Library to 11 coastal towns.
Midgitte Bardot To Present SHOOTING FROM BELOW At Southbank Centre

Midgitte Bardot To Present SHOOTING FROM BELOW At Southbank Centre

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
Midgitte Bardot will present Shooting From Below at Southbank Centre’s Purcell Room in April.
Photos: LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL UK and Ireland Tour in Rehearsal

Photos: LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL UK and Ireland Tour in Rehearsal

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
All new photos have been released of Amber Davies and the cast of LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL in rehearsals for the upcoming UK & Ireland tour, which kicks off at Curve, Leicester.
The Free Association to Launch UK Improv Festival and New Show in 2026

The Free Association to Launch UK Improv Festival and New Show in 2026

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
The Free Association, a premier hub for improv comedy in the UK, will present two significant events in 2026: The Big Scene Improv Festival and a new, yet-to-be-named show.
HOW TO MAKE A MESS Comes to Upstairs at the Gatehouse

HOW TO MAKE A MESS Comes to Upstairs at the Gatehouse

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
Audiences are set to be whisked away by a theatrical recipe like no other with How To Make a Mess: A Totally Unauthorised Love Letter to Nigella Lawson, the new musical making its full-length debut this summer at Upstairs at the Gatehouse.
Photos: Meet the Cast of STRICTLY COME DANCING Live UK Tour

Photos: Meet the Cast of STRICTLY COME DANCING Live UK Tour

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
Ahead of the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour, kicking off in Birmingham on Friday, all new photos have been released of the celebs and pros.
Chinese New Year Celebrations Return To Birmingham’s Southside Next Month

Chinese New Year Celebrations Return To Birmingham’s Southside Next Month

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
Birmingham Chinese Festival Committee and Birmingham Hippodrome have announced the city's annual Chinese New Year celebrations return to Southside next month, bringing thousands of people together to celebrate.
Tim Peake Will Return To Parr Hall To Share Stories From The Space Age

Tim Peake Will Return To Parr Hall To Share Stories From The Space Age

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
British astronaut Tim Peake will return to Parr Hall this September to discuss historic and current achievements in space exploration, reflecting on the human drive to understand the universe.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Reveals More Events For 2026

Pitlochry Festival Theatre Reveals More Events For 2026

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre will present an expanded lineup for 2026, featuring Scotland's top creative talents under Artistic Director Alan Cumming.
FENCES and More Set For Headlong 2026 Season

FENCES and More Set For Headlong 2026 Season

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
Headlong has announced details for their 2026 season including a brand-new production of August Wilson's Fences directed by Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch) in a co-production with Leeds Playhouse, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and HOME Manchester.
Holly Johnson, Tony Hadley, & Heaven 17 Join Live At Chelsea 2026 Lineup

Holly Johnson, Tony Hadley, & Heaven 17 Join Live At Chelsea 2026 Lineup

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Holly Johnson, Tony Hadley, and Heaven 17 will all take part in an open-air concert as part of the Live At Chelsea concert series, which returns in 2026 for the first time in four years.
Gloria Gaynor Coming to Bradford Live for Special Show in July

Gloria Gaynor Coming to Bradford Live for Special Show in July

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Global music icon Gloria Gaynor is coming to Bradford Live on 10 July 2026 with an exclusive northern show for UK fans.
RAPUNZEL Panto to be Presented at the Chester Cultural Centre in 2026

RAPUNZEL Panto to be Presented at the Chester Cultural Centre in 2026

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Storyhouse is inviting family audiences to let down their hair at a magical new version of Rapunzel this Christmas, set to be presented at the Chester Cultural Centre in 2026.
FIREBIRD, UK Premieres and More Set for London City Ballet 2026 Season

FIREBIRD, UK Premieres and More Set for London City Ballet 2026 Season

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
London City Ballet, under the direction of Christopher Marney, unveiled its 2026 season repertoire and initial tour dates, featuring classic and contemporary performances.
SHOOTING FROM BELOW Comes to Southbank Centre’s Purcell Room,

SHOOTING FROM BELOW Comes to Southbank Centre’s Purcell Room,

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
This April in London, Shooting From Below comes to the Southbank Centre’s Purcell Room courtesy of Midgitte Bardot AKA artist Tamm Reynolds, who explores just who is really dwarfing who.
Cast and Creative Team Set For Matthew Xia’s SMALL ISLAND at Leeds Playhouse

Cast and Creative Team Set For Matthew Xia’s SMALL ISLAND at Leeds Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
The cast and creative team have been announced who will be joining director Matthew Xia on an unforgettable journey from the sun-drenched shores of Jamaica to the cold, grey streets of 1940s London in Small Island.
DARKFIELD's ARCADE Comes to Lincoln's Frequency Festival in February

DARKFIELD's ARCADE Comes to Lincoln's Frequency Festival in February

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
DARKFIELD - producers of innovative, immersive experiences at the forefront of technology and theatre - are returning to Lincoln for the first time in two years, presenting their critically-acclaimed shipping container show ARCADE.
Cast Set For FOREVER YOUNG at Exeter Northcott

Cast Set For FOREVER YOUNG at Exeter Northcott

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Exeter Northcott Theatre announced the cast for its upcoming production of FOREVER YOUNG, featuring stars from past shows.
Contemporary Ritual Theatre Bring SALT To Riverside Studios

Contemporary Ritual Theatre Bring SALT To Riverside Studios

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Pioneering Great Yarmouth company Contemporary Ritual Theatre will bring the critically acclaimed SALT, a dark and visceral tale of ancient fisherfolk, to London's Riverside Studios for a limited run in March.
SOMETHING ABOUT GEORGE Spring Tour Dates Revealed

SOMETHING ABOUT GEORGE Spring Tour Dates Revealed

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
A celebration of the life and talent of music legend George Harrison will entertain music fans at nine brilliant venues this spring.
EAT THE RICH (BUT MAYBE NOT ME MATES X), IRON FANTASY, and More Set For 2026 Soho The

EAT THE RICH (BUT MAYBE NOT ME MATES X), IRON FANTASY, and More Set For 2026 Soho Theatre Upstairs Season

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Soho Theatre has announced a new season of work in Soho Theatre Upstairs, consisting of nine shows from a diverse group of award-winning voices from now through to Saturday 4 July.
Factory International Reveals Season Spring 2026 Season, Including New Exhibition By

Factory International Reveals Season Spring 2026 Season, Including New Exhibition By Ai Weiwei

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Factory International will present a new exhibition by Ai Weiwei and other premieres at Aviva Studios in Spring 2026.
Photos: Behind the Scenes of ROBIN HOOD at Birmingham Hippodrome

Photos: Behind the Scenes of ROBIN HOOD at Birmingham Hippodrome

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Birmingham Hippodrome has released exclusive backstage photos of this year’s pantomime Robin Hood giving audiences an opportunity to see behind the scenes of the ultimate sheriff-busting pantomime extravaganza which is right on target.
OUR LITTLE HOUR to Launch National Tour at Greenwich Theatre

OUR LITTLE HOUR to Launch National Tour at Greenwich Theatre

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
OUR LITTLE HOUR, a musical celebrating the life of Walter Tull, Britain's first Black Army officer, will kick off its national tour at Greenwich Theatre.
Cape Ann Symphony to Feature Alexandra Dietrich in MOODS OF THE SEA Concert

Cape Ann Symphony to Feature Alexandra Dietrich in MOODS OF THE SEA Concert

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Cape Ann Symphony will present the MOODS OF THE SEA concert, featuring mezzo-soprano Alexandra Dietrich.

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