UK / West End Newsroom BWW Review: HAIRSPRAY, Grand Opera House York
by Sarah Ryan on July 17, 2018 in UK / West End Ever since John Waters introduced us to Tracy Turnblad and co in his cult 1988 film, audiences have come to expect big voices, big dance numbers and even bigger hair. Luckily, the 2017/18 touring production of Hairspray delivers in a production that is colourful, energetic and full of soul. (more...)  Photo Flash: First Look at The Vaults' Immersive Show SOUNDS AND SORCERY CELEBRATING DISNEY FANTASIA
by BWW News Desk on July 17, 2018 in UK / West End Production images are today released for The Vaults' highly anticipated immersive show, Sounds and Sorcery celebrating Disney FANTASIA ahead of its opening night this evening. In their latest production inspired by the ground-breaking 1940 Disney animation, The Vaults presents a reimagining of the many worlds of Fantasia featuring a Grecian Disco Palace, pre-historic volcanic wasteland, mirrored waterfall, human fishtank, and mystical forest among the sights. The production runs at the Vaults beneath Waterloo until 30 September. (more...)  Adam Welsh Makes His Debut With 'There but for the grace of God (go I)' at Soho Theatre
by BWW News Desk on July 17, 2018 in UK / West End In 1983, Adam Walsh went missing from a Hollywood shopping mall and quickly became the most famous missing child in American history. In 2017, a man called Adam Welsh googled himself and found Adam Walsh. This incident prompted him to write an intriguing semi-autobiographical debut solo show There but for the grace of God (go I) which runs for a limited number of performances this August. (more...)  The National Theatre Announces New Season of Talks and Events
by BWW News Desk on July 17, 2018 in UK / West End To accompany the new season of productions, a programme of talks and events will begin with a series relating to Antony and Cleopatra. Director Simon Godwin will reflect on the production, and Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo will discuss the challenges and rewards of appearing in the production. Professor of Classics Edith Hall will give A Short History of the Roman Empire and author Lucy Hughes-Hallett will look at the many variations on Cleopatra's legend at Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt. Actor Tim McMullan will also reflect on playing Enobarbus. A more in-depth session focussing on the making of this production will be offered at Exploring Antony & Cleopatra at the NT whilst Setting the Scene: Antony & Cleopatra will offer an introductory step-by-step guide to the story. (more...)  Young Vic Announces Full Casting For TWELFTH NIGHT
by BWW News Desk on July 17, 2018 in UK / West End Young Vic has announced casting for Kwame Kwei-Armah and Shaina Taub's musical reworking of Twelfth Night. The Young Vic production is set in London's Notting Hill. (more...) University Women In The Arts And Genpol Announce Panel Event On Advice For Female Arts Students
by BWW News Desk on July 17, 2018 in UK / West End University Women in the Arts, the mentoring scheme to help improve the transition for women from studying to working in the arts, and GenPol, the gender think tank who recently published one of the first policy papers on how education can help prevent abuse, will be running a panel event on advice for female art students, and those who work with them, on transitioning from studying to working in the arts as part of this year's London Writers' Week. (more...)  PIRATES!, Re-Imagined Version of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, Will Open In UK In 2019
by BWW News Desk on July 17, 2018 in UK / West End Bruce Robert Harris and Jack W. Batman, New Level Productions and Julian Stoneman just announced a new and vibrant revival of Gilbert and Sullivan's hugely popular The Pirates of Penzance. PIRATES!, a bold reinvention of their universally renowned and celebrated show loved by audiences the world over, is conceived, directed and choreographed by Daryl Gray, and will open in the UK in 2019. (more...)  BWW Interview: Damian Humbley Talks SPAMILTON
by Marianka Swain on July 17, 2018 in UK / West End Australian actor Damian Humbley's past work includes Merrily We Roll Along, The Woman in White and The Last 5 Years. He's currently starring in Spamilton, an affectionate spoof of the all-conquering Hamilton, at Menier Chocolate Factory. (more...)  GIVE MY REGARDS TO BROADWAY Premieres In London This Summer
by BWW News Desk on July 17, 2018 in UK / West End Give My Regards to Broadway a new musical review celebrating New York's Greatest Showtunes from 1902 - 1942 will receive it's world premiere at Upstairs at the Gatehouse, Highgate Village from 17th July - 5th August 2018 with press night on 18th July 2018. (more...)  EDINBURGH 2018: BWW Q&A- In Pursuit of Andromeda
by Natalie O'Donoghue on July 17, 2018 in UK / West End BWW caught up with the creators of In Pursuit of Andromeda to chat about bringing the show to the 2018 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. (more...)  Get 38% Off Tickets For STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk on July 17, 2018 in UK / West End Adapted from Baz Luhrmann's beloved and award-winning film, Strictly Ballroom has been transformed into a glorious stage musical. Now playing at the Piccadilly Theatre in London's West End, it stars Jonny Labey and Zizi Strallen, with Will Young until 31 July and then Matt Cardle. Get 38% off tickets in our sale - book here! (more...)  Get 57% Off Tickets For KINKY BOOTS in the West End
by BWW News Desk on July 16, 2018 in UK / West End The summer's hottest musical Kinky Boots at the Adelphi Theatre is now strutting into its third fabulous year with Oliver Tompsett joining the cast as Charlie Price and Natalie McQueen taking on the role of Lauren. Lola is played by Simon-Anthony Rhoden. Get 57% off tickets here in our summer sale! (more...)  BRAINIAC LIVE! Celebrates 10th Anniversary With A Daily Fringe Show At McEwan Hall
by BWW News Desk on July 16, 2018 in UK / West End Strap on your safety goggles! Brainiac Live!, science's greatest and most volatile show, arrives for its Edinburgh Fringe debut with a vengeance! Refreshed, re-charged and even more explosive. (more...)  The Ensemblist Launches 'The Ensemblist West End' Blog
by BWW News Desk on July 16, 2018 in UK / West End The Ensemblist, Broadway's leading advocate for ensemble actors, announces the launch of "The Ensemblist West End": http://www.theensemblist.com/west-end/ (more...)  CD Review: BAT OUT OF HELL Original Cast Recording
by Jenny Ell on July 16, 2018 in UK / West End Rock musical Bat Out of Hell had its debut performance in Manchester in 2017. Following a limited run at the London Coliseum soon after this, the production took over the Dominion Theatre in the West End in April this year. The show is loosely based upon a Peter Pan and Wendy-type story but is instead set in a post-apocalyptic world and consists mainly of songs made famous by Meatloaf in his trilogy of Bat Out Of Hell albums. (more...)  Photo Flash: First Look at the Cast of BBC's LES MISERABLES Mini-Series
by BWW News Desk on July 16, 2018 in UK / West End BBC has released three new images of the cast of the upcoming miniseries adaptation of Les Miserables. The images depict Dominic West as Jean Valjean, David Oyelowo as Javert and Lily Collins as Fantine. Check them out below! (more...)  THE WINTER'S TALE From Shakespeare's Globe To Be Broadcast In UK Cinemas
by BWW News Desk on July 16, 2018 in UK / West End More2Screen has announced that the Shakespeare's Globe production of the much-loved late romance The Winter's Tale will be broadcast live to over 400 cinemas across the UK, Ireland and selected European territories on Thursday 4 October 2018. (more...) THE COMEDY ABOUT A BANK ROBBERY Announces New Cast For Its First UK Tour
by BWW News Desk on July 16, 2018 in UK / West End Mischief Theatre's Olivier Award nominated West End smash hit The Comedy About A Bank Robbery today announces the full cast for its 2018/19 UK tour. The touring cast presents: Sean Carey as 'Sam Monaghan', David Coomber as 'Neil Cooper', Julia Frith as 'Caprice Freeboys', George Hannigan as 'Everyone Else', Liam Jeavons as 'Mitch Ruscitti', Damian Lynch as 'Robin Freeboys', Killian Macardle as 'Officer Randal Shuck', Yolanda Ovide as 'Ruth Monaghan', and Jon Trenchard as 'Warren Slax'. With Understudies: Charlotte Duffy, Tom Hopcroft, Ashley Tucker, Ross Virgo and Eddy Westbury. (more...) Pop-up Globe Releases More Performances For Its Festival Of Shakespeare
by BWW News Desk on July 16, 2018 in UK / West End The creators of Pop-up Globe and Live Nation today announced today that due to huge demand, an extra two weeks of performances have been released, with Pop-up Globe now scheduled to play until 4 November. Preview performances have also been added from 30 August. (more...)  Upcoming Non-Equity Auditions Sunday, Jul. 15
by Audition Roundup on July 15, 2018 in UK / West End Updated this week! Check out upcoming Non-Equity Auditions from Sunday, July 15, 2018 for productions in your area and around the country. (more...)  BWW Interview: Debra Gillett Talks EXIT THE KING
by Rona Kelly on July 16, 2018 in UK / West End Exit the King marks the first time Eugène Ionesco work has been performed at the National. Playing on the vast Olivier stage, this absurdist play features a cast of just six actors, an intimate staging. One of those is actress Debra Gillett, making her return to the National. With the production opening tomorrow, Debra shares how rehearsals have been going and looks ahead to how Exit the King will resonate with audiences and actors alike. (more...)  BWW Review: DID IT HURT?/HI. I'M DAVID, King's Head Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan on July 15, 2018 in UK / West End Fringe festivals can be places where performances are to be endured, rather than enjoyed. Fortunately, they can also showcase absorbing and innovative work. As part of Playmill, the King's Head Theatre's exciting season of brand new work, two new productions demonstrate both great potential and thoughtful insight. (more...)  EDINBURGH 2018: Guest Blog - Danyah Miller
by Natalie O'Donoghue on July 16, 2018 in UK / West End Danyah Miller guest blogs for BroadwayWorld ahead of taking Kika's Birthday to the 2018 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. (more...)  EDINBURGH 2018: BWW Q&A- Luca Cupani
by Natalie O'Donoghue on July 16, 2018 in UK / West End BWW speaks to Luca Cupani to chat about taking God Digger to the 2018 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. (more...)  Guest Blog: Andrew Muir On ARDENT8 at Soho Theatre
by Guest Blog: Andrew Muir on July 13, 2018 in UK / West End Mark Sands and myself wanted to create an opportunity for these 'outsiders' to access industry professionals through various workshops held in London as well as a fully paid opportunity to perform in a new play, written specifically for them and produced at the Soho Theatre. We both felt that these young people deserved an equal opportunity, and this is how we view the ARDENT8 – providing an equal opportunity for those young people who perhaps otherwise would never have had the chance to access an industry that can often overlook some of the regions around the UK. (more...) |
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