Review: SAFE HAVEN, Arcola Theatre
by Gary Naylor - January 20, 2026
The story of how an international military effort was cobbled together at the last minute to save Kurdish lives in the afternath of The Gulf War
by Gary Naylor - January 20, 2026
The story of how an international military effort was cobbled together at the last minute to save Kurdish lives in the afternath of The Gulf War
Review Roundup: WOOLF WORKS at Royal Ballet And Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2026
See what the critics are saying about Sir Wayne McGregor's Woolf Works at Royal Ballet And Opera. Read the reviews for the production in BroadwayWorld's Review Roundup.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2026
See what the critics are saying about Sir Wayne McGregor's Woolf Works at Royal Ballet And Opera. Read the reviews for the production in BroadwayWorld's Review Roundup.
Video: Amy Di Bartolomeo Performs 'They Won’t Forget Me Now' From SEA WITCH
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
Major new musical, Sea Witch has released a brand-new music from the upcoming world premiere production with They Won’t Forget Me Now featuring Amy Di Bartolomeo. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
Major new musical, Sea Witch has released a brand-new music from the upcoming world premiere production with They Won’t Forget Me Now featuring Amy Di Bartolomeo. Check out the video here!
HORRIBLE HISTORIES – THE CONCERT Makes World Premiere At Darlington Hippodrome
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Horrible Histories – The Concert: Live (and Dead)! has its world premiere at Darlington Hippodrome. The new production brings songs and performers from the BAFTA-winning BBC series to the stage with a live band led by composer Richie Webb.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Horrible Histories – The Concert: Live (and Dead)! has its world premiere at Darlington Hippodrome. The new production brings songs and performers from the BAFTA-winning BBC series to the stage with a live band led by composer Richie Webb.
Photos: WHO LET THE GODS OUT In Rehearsals at Polka Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for Polka Theatre’s Who Let The Gods Out – a hilarious brand-new stage musical based on the first adventure in the brilliant ‘Who Let The Gods Out’ series.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for Polka Theatre’s Who Let The Gods Out – a hilarious brand-new stage musical based on the first adventure in the brilliant ‘Who Let The Gods Out’ series.
Cynthia Erivo-Led DRACULA Cancels First Three Preview Performances
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
The first three preview performances of Sydney Theatre Company's production of DRACULA, starring Cynthia Erivo, have been cancelled, and new dates have been added. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
The first three preview performances of Sydney Theatre Company's production of DRACULA, starring Cynthia Erivo, have been cancelled, and new dates have been added. Learn more here!
Photos: BEAUTIFUL LITTLE FOOL, Now Playing at Southwark Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
All new production photos have been released from Beautiful Little Fool, the brand new musical which opened at Southwark Playhouse Borough last week. Learn more and check out the photos here!
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
All new production photos have been released from Beautiful Little Fool, the brand new musical which opened at Southwark Playhouse Borough last week. Learn more and check out the photos here!
Cast Set For Matthew Warchus' PRIDE at the National Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Full casting has been announced for Pride, a brand-new musical based on the award-winning film, reuniting director Matthew Warchus (Matilda The Musical) and writer Stephen Beresford (The Last of the Haussmans).
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Full casting has been announced for Pride, a brand-new musical based on the award-winning film, reuniting director Matthew Warchus (Matilda The Musical) and writer Stephen Beresford (The Last of the Haussmans).
SINATRA THE MUSICAL Will Open in London's West End This Summer
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Sinatra The Musical, a new musical based on the life and career of the legendary artist and cultural icon, will open in London in 2026. The Broadway-aimed musical will begin performances at Aldwych Theatre, London on Wednesday 3 June 2026.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Sinatra The Musical, a new musical based on the life and career of the legendary artist and cultural icon, will open in London in 2026. The Broadway-aimed musical will begin performances at Aldwych Theatre, London on Wednesday 3 June 2026.
FLYBY - A New Musical Will Premiere at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Southwark Playhouse Borough will present the premiere of the new musical FLYBY in January 2026, featuring a compelling narrative and dynamic performances.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Southwark Playhouse Borough will present the premiere of the new musical FLYBY in January 2026, featuring a compelling narrative and dynamic performances.
Rialto Chatter: STARLIGHT EXPRESS Will Be Filmed in London
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express is set to be filmed for a future release. The production will be filming its performances on Tuesday 20 January or Wednesday 21 January. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express is set to be filmed for a future release. The production will be filming its performances on Tuesday 20 January or Wednesday 21 January. Learn more here!
Full Cast Set For THE HOLY ROSENBERGS at The Menier Chocolate Factory
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for its upcoming revival of Ryan Craig's THE HOLY ROSENBERGS, directed by Lindsay Posner.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for its upcoming revival of Ryan Craig's THE HOLY ROSENBERGS, directed by Lindsay Posner.
Review: WOOLF WORKS, Royal Ballet And Opera
by Matthew Paluch - January 19, 2026
Sir Wayne McGregor is a titan of the dance world - and a divisive one. For some he's the next Messiah, for others, the Emperor's new clothes. Normally I'm veering towards the latter, but his 2015 triptych Woolf Works is perhaps his most successful work to date.
by Matthew Paluch - January 19, 2026
Sir Wayne McGregor is a titan of the dance world - and a divisive one. For some he's the next Messiah, for others, the Emperor's new clothes. Normally I'm veering towards the latter, but his 2015 triptych Woolf Works is perhaps his most successful work to date.
GELIN Comes to The Canal Cafe Theatre
by Team BWW - January 18, 2026
Long before dating apps promised to find “the one,” matchmaking in many cultures promised the same for generations. In Turkey, it often meant mothers of brides and grooms visiting neighbours, relatives and acquaintances in search of the most suitable partner for their children. What once travelled from door to door now finds itself reimagined on a London stage.
by Team BWW - January 18, 2026
Long before dating apps promised to find “the one,” matchmaking in many cultures promised the same for generations. In Turkey, it often meant mothers of brides and grooms visiting neighbours, relatives and acquaintances in search of the most suitable partner for their children. What once travelled from door to door now finds itself reimagined on a London stage.
Review: THE OLIVE BOY, Southwark Playhouse
by Cindy Marcolina - January 17, 2026
Life doesn’t stop when 15-year-old Ollie’s mum dies suddenly. Ollie Maddigan’s autobiographical one-man play returns to London after a shower of praise around the country. The Olive Boy tells the story of a young boy attempting to navigate grief and an estranged father against a tsunami of adolescent hormones. Forced to move to the big city and change schools, he decides that his next step is to get a girlfriend. Directed by Scott Le Crass, Maddigan delivers an intense 75-minute rollercoaster of a performance.
by Cindy Marcolina - January 17, 2026
Life doesn’t stop when 15-year-old Ollie’s mum dies suddenly. Ollie Maddigan’s autobiographical one-man play returns to London after a shower of praise around the country. The Olive Boy tells the story of a young boy attempting to navigate grief and an estranged father against a tsunami of adolescent hormones. Forced to move to the big city and change schools, he decides that his next step is to get a girlfriend. Directed by Scott Le Crass, Maddigan delivers an intense 75-minute rollercoaster of a performance.
Review: WHAT'S WRONG WITH BENNY HILL?, White Bear Theatre
by Gary Naylor - January 17, 2026
The sad end and glorious high points of the still much-loved cheeky chappie are explored in a worthy two-hander
by Gary Naylor - January 17, 2026
The sad end and glorious high points of the still much-loved cheeky chappie are explored in a worthy two-hander
Review: AKRAM KHAN'S GISELLE, London Coliseum
by Vikki Jane Vile - January 16, 2026
It’s only four days since the sugar rush of Aaron S. Watkin’s Nutcracker wrapped up a run of forty performances. Frothy and colourful, it is in stark contrast to Akram Khan’s Giselle
by Vikki Jane Vile - January 16, 2026
It’s only four days since the sugar rush of Aaron S. Watkin’s Nutcracker wrapped up a run of forty performances. Frothy and colourful, it is in stark contrast to Akram Khan’s Giselle
Review: GERRY & SEWELL, Aldwych Theatre
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - January 16, 2026
Who gets to decide where, or what, ‘home’ is? For many, it’s a place: the town or city you were born in; the destination you’ve always felt drawn to, regardless of the reason; or maybe it’s a building, somewhere you feel your safest. It’s to no one's surprise that when you ask a Geordie where their home is, they will give you one of two answers: “The Toon” or “St James’ Park”. Gerry & Sewell reminds people how important going ‘home’ really is.
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - January 16, 2026
Who gets to decide where, or what, ‘home’ is? For many, it’s a place: the town or city you were born in; the destination you’ve always felt drawn to, regardless of the reason; or maybe it’s a building, somewhere you feel your safest. It’s to no one's surprise that when you ask a Geordie where their home is, they will give you one of two answers: “The Toon” or “St James’ Park”. Gerry & Sewell reminds people how important going ‘home’ really is.
Review: ALREADY PERFECT, King's Head Theatre
by Clementine Scott - January 16, 2026
Haven’t we all wanted to have a chat with our inner child at some point? And what if the inner child is not quite as faultless and innocent as we may think?
by Clementine Scott - January 16, 2026
Haven’t we all wanted to have a chat with our inner child at some point? And what if the inner child is not quite as faultless and innocent as we may think?
Photos: THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY Cast in Rehearsals
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for the new British Musical, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry based on Rachel Joyce’s best-selling novel with music and lyrics by Passenger.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for the new British Musical, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry based on Rachel Joyce’s best-selling novel with music and lyrics by Passenger.
BEETLEJUICE to Hold Open Auditions For The Role Of Lydia Deetz
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
Crossroads Live and Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures will be holding open auditions in Central London for the role of Lydia Deetz in Beetlejuice: The Musical.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
Crossroads Live and Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures will be holding open auditions in Central London for the role of Lydia Deetz in Beetlejuice: The Musical.
Cast Set For UKRAINE UNBROKEN at the Arcola Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
The Arcola Theatre and Nick Of Time Productions have announced the cast for the upcoming production of UKRAINE UNBROKEN, directed by Nicolas Kent. This compelling play, featuring works by David Edgar and others, will explore themes of resilience and hope.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
The Arcola Theatre and Nick Of Time Productions have announced the cast for the upcoming production of UKRAINE UNBROKEN, directed by Nicolas Kent. This compelling play, featuring works by David Edgar and others, will explore themes of resilience and hope.
Theatre Critic Blanche Marvin Dies at 100
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor and theatre critic Blanche Marvin has died at age 100, four days before her 101st birthday. Learn more and read her obituary here.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor and theatre critic Blanche Marvin has died at age 100, four days before her 101st birthday. Learn more and read her obituary here.
Photos: ONE DAY: THE MUSICAL in Rehearsal at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
All new rehearsal photos have been released for One Day: The Musical at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh. Check out the photos and learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
All new rehearsal photos have been released for One Day: The Musical at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh. Check out the photos and learn more here!
Mischief's CHRISTMAS CAROL GONE WRONG Will Be Filmed In Aylesbury
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
Mischief's new critically acclaimed festive fiasco Christmas Carol Goes Wrong will be recorded live at the Aylesbury Waterside Theatre on Thursday 5 February at 2.30pm and 7.30pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
Mischief's new critically acclaimed festive fiasco Christmas Carol Goes Wrong will be recorded live at the Aylesbury Waterside Theatre on Thursday 5 February at 2.30pm and 7.30pm.
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