Interview: Actor Richard Cant on Collaboration and Research in PINS AND NEEDLES at Kiln Theatre
by Sarah OHara - September 23, 2024
Rob Drummond’s new play, Pins and Needles, will premiere in Amit Sharma’s inaugural season at the Kiln Theatre on Wednesday 25 September.
by Sarah OHara - September 23, 2024
Rob Drummond’s new play, Pins and Needles, will premiere in Amit Sharma’s inaugural season at the Kiln Theatre on Wednesday 25 September.
Video: Marisha Wallace Records 'Never Let Me Go,' Now Available for Streaming
by Blair Ingenthron - September 22, 2024
Watch Marisha Wallace perform an original song by Eamonn O'Dwyer for Suzanne Heathcote's adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro's Never Let Me Go.
by Blair Ingenthron - September 22, 2024
Watch Marisha Wallace perform an original song by Eamonn O'Dwyer for Suzanne Heathcote's adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro's Never Let Me Go.
Could SHUCKED Come to London's Regent's Park Open Air Theatre in Summer 2025?
by Blair Ingenthron - September 22, 2024
In an interview with Broadway Direct, Jack O'Brien says that Shucked will come to the Regents Park Open Air Theatre in Summer 2025.
by Blair Ingenthron - September 22, 2024
In an interview with Broadway Direct, Jack O'Brien says that Shucked will come to the Regents Park Open Air Theatre in Summer 2025.
Review: A FACE IN THE CROWD, Young Vic
by Cindy Marcolina - September 21, 2024
“I love you like Mary Shelley loved her monster.” Being in the right place at the right time can change your life. So, when young producer Marcia Jeffries stumbles upon a drunken Larry Rhodes while she’s recording a radio segment somewhere in the southern States, it seems like it’s fate. A gifted singer songwriter with a charming bluntness to him, Rhodes is immediately offered a slot on her show and his rise to stardom begins. Based on the 1957 film that launched Andy Griffith’s career, A Face in the Crowd is now only a creaky musical with an attractive cast. Written by Elvis Costello and Sara Ruhl, it’s Kwame Kwei-Armah’s swansong as Artistic Director of the Young Vic.
by Cindy Marcolina - September 21, 2024
“I love you like Mary Shelley loved her monster.” Being in the right place at the right time can change your life. So, when young producer Marcia Jeffries stumbles upon a drunken Larry Rhodes while she’s recording a radio segment somewhere in the southern States, it seems like it’s fate. A gifted singer songwriter with a charming bluntness to him, Rhodes is immediately offered a slot on her show and his rise to stardom begins. Based on the 1957 film that launched Andy Griffith’s career, A Face in the Crowd is now only a creaky musical with an attractive cast. Written by Elvis Costello and Sara Ruhl, it’s Kwame Kwei-Armah’s swansong as Artistic Director of the Young Vic.
Review: AKRAM KHAN'S GISELLE, Sadler's Wells
by Franco Milazzo - September 21, 2024
Whatever you do, don’t ignore the signs. The posters outside the auditorium alerting audiences to the “very loud music” are not being overly cautious. Quite the opposite. With its ear-splitting drums and a rumbling bass that rolls across the room juddering through our bodies, this Giselle’s effect relies as much on sound as the dancing.
by Franco Milazzo - September 21, 2024
Whatever you do, don’t ignore the signs. The posters outside the auditorium alerting audiences to the “very loud music” are not being overly cautious. Quite the opposite. With its ear-splitting drums and a rumbling bass that rolls across the room juddering through our bodies, this Giselle’s effect relies as much on sound as the dancing.
Review: PRINCESS ESSEX, Shakespeare's Globe
by Debbie Gilpin - September 20, 2024
“Oh, I do like to be beside the seaside…” Anne Odeke’s play about the first woman of colour to enter a beauty pageant in the UK is a celebration of a bit of Essex’s history that has previously flown under the radar, as well as an interrogation of the effect of empire and patriarchy on the individual. That may sound heavy, but there is a deftness of touch that ensures the production is entertaining as well as thought-provoking.
by Debbie Gilpin - September 20, 2024
“Oh, I do like to be beside the seaside…” Anne Odeke’s play about the first woman of colour to enter a beauty pageant in the UK is a celebration of a bit of Essex’s history that has previously flown under the radar, as well as an interrogation of the effect of empire and patriarchy on the individual. That may sound heavy, but there is a deftness of touch that ensures the production is entertaining as well as thought-provoking.
Guest Blog: 'How do you create a 24-hour interactive immersive show where the guests can do anything?': Lemon Difficult's Laura Langrish on Key Of Dreams
by Guest Author - September 20, 2024
Immersive theatre comes in all shapes and sizes. The Key Of Dreams from Lemon Difficult is a 24-hour experience which invites guests to explore a 17th century manor house filled with mysteries revealed through stories, puzzles and a cast of intriguing characters. How, though, does Lemon Difficult prepare actors for a role in this kind of production? Lead writer Laura Langrish fills us in.
by Guest Author - September 20, 2024
Immersive theatre comes in all shapes and sizes. The Key Of Dreams from Lemon Difficult is a 24-hour experience which invites guests to explore a 17th century manor house filled with mysteries revealed through stories, puzzles and a cast of intriguing characters. How, though, does Lemon Difficult prepare actors for a role in this kind of production? Lead writer Laura Langrish fills us in.
Video: Carrie Hope Fletcher Performs 'Home' From BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2024
An all new video has been released of Carrie Hope Fletcher singing 'Home' from Beetlejuice the Musical) from her forthcoming LOVE LETTERS tour. Check out the video here!
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2024
An all new video has been released of Carrie Hope Fletcher singing 'Home' from Beetlejuice the Musical) from her forthcoming LOVE LETTERS tour. Check out the video here!
Review: WAITING FOR GODOT, Theatre Royal Haymarket
by Cindy Marcolina - September 20, 2024
A country road. A tree. Evening. Two figures commiserate with each other’s woes. “Nothing to be done”. We have to wait 35 years to receive a really revolutionary new take on Waiting for Godot: Samuel Beckett’s estate still has too much power over any revival of the 20th century classic. James Macdonald’s starry cast is, obviously, the draw here: Ben Whishaw returns to the West End as Vladimir, the restless soul of the pair, while Lucian Msamati is the forgetful Estragon. It’s an excellent opportunity to see a handful of our most exquisite performers at work.
by Cindy Marcolina - September 20, 2024
A country road. A tree. Evening. Two figures commiserate with each other’s woes. “Nothing to be done”. We have to wait 35 years to receive a really revolutionary new take on Waiting for Godot: Samuel Beckett’s estate still has too much power over any revival of the 20th century classic. James Macdonald’s starry cast is, obviously, the draw here: Ben Whishaw returns to the West End as Vladimir, the restless soul of the pair, while Lucian Msamati is the forgetful Estragon. It’s an excellent opportunity to see a handful of our most exquisite performers at work.
Review: MY ENGLISH PERSIAN KITCHEN, Soho Theatre
by Katie Kirkpatrick - September 19, 2024
On the press night for My English Persian Kitchen, the smell of chopped onion, mint, and garlic wafts down the stairs of Soho Theatre. Hannah Khalil’s atmospheric play, combining true storytelling and live cooking, turns these scents into stories rooted in real life. Fresh from the Traverse programme at Edinburgh Fringe, the show comes to Soho for its London run.
by Katie Kirkpatrick - September 19, 2024
On the press night for My English Persian Kitchen, the smell of chopped onion, mint, and garlic wafts down the stairs of Soho Theatre. Hannah Khalil’s atmospheric play, combining true storytelling and live cooking, turns these scents into stories rooted in real life. Fresh from the Traverse programme at Edinburgh Fringe, the show comes to Soho for its London run.
Review: THE TRUTH ABOUT HARRY BECK, The Cubic Theatre, London Transport Museum
by Cheryl Markosky - September 19, 2024
Obsessive behaviour takes many forms, from philatelists hunting down rare stamps, ambitious chefs refining gastronomic dishes and online gamers playing through the night to reach the next level. Check out what we thought of the new play here.
by Cheryl Markosky - September 19, 2024
Obsessive behaviour takes many forms, from philatelists hunting down rare stamps, ambitious chefs refining gastronomic dishes and online gamers playing through the night to reach the next level. Check out what we thought of the new play here.
Jenny Sealey Receives Outstanding Contribution To British Theatre Award
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
It has been announced that Jenny Sealey OBE, Artistic Director of Graeae, is the 2024 recipient of the Outstanding Contribution to British Theatre Award.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
It has been announced that Jenny Sealey OBE, Artistic Director of Graeae, is the 2024 recipient of the Outstanding Contribution to British Theatre Award.
Dolly Parton Musical HERE YOU COME AGAIN Comes to Riverside Studios
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
Here You Come Again - which is currently spreading joy across the country on a UK tour – will play a limited festive season at Riverside Studios, Hammersmith where the show will run from Tuesday 10th December to Saturday 18th January.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
Here You Come Again - which is currently spreading joy across the country on a UK tour – will play a limited festive season at Riverside Studios, Hammersmith where the show will run from Tuesday 10th December to Saturday 18th January.
CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT Comes to the Adelphi Theatre in December
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT, a magical evening of beloved festive songs performed by candlelight, is coming to the Adelphi Theatre for one night only on Tuesday 17 December 2024. Tickets on sale Friday 20 September.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT, a magical evening of beloved festive songs performed by candlelight, is coming to the Adelphi Theatre for one night only on Tuesday 17 December 2024. Tickets on sale Friday 20 September.
Video: EDWARD SCISSORHANDS Comes to Cinemas This Week; Check Out a Clip!
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic, has been filmed for the big screen and will be released in cinemas across the UK and internationally for the first time from Wednesday 25th September 2024. Watch a video clip here!
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic, has been filmed for the big screen and will be released in cinemas across the UK and internationally for the first time from Wednesday 25th September 2024. Watch a video clip here!
Guest Blog: Writer Danyah Miller on THE MYSTERY OF LITTLE ANGEL THEATRE
by Guest Author - September 19, 2024
As we head into the final rehearsal week of our new production The Mystery of Little Angel Theatre, I find myself reflecting on how much I’m enjoying the thrill and challenge of devising a new show, how much I love the collaborative process of theatre making.
by Guest Author - September 19, 2024
As we head into the final rehearsal week of our new production The Mystery of Little Angel Theatre, I find myself reflecting on how much I’m enjoying the thrill and challenge of devising a new show, how much I love the collaborative process of theatre making.
Full Cast Set For Julia Donaldson and Axel Sheffler's STICK MAN at The Bloomsbury Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Based on the book by Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, this Christmas Stick Man will play at it's new home in the Bloomsbury Theatre from 4 December to 5 January with a press performance on Thursday 5 December at 1pm.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Based on the book by Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, this Christmas Stick Man will play at it's new home in the Bloomsbury Theatre from 4 December to 5 January with a press performance on Thursday 5 December at 1pm.
Video: I WISH YOU WELL West End Trailer
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Following a successful stint at the Underbelly at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe and with a run of positive reviews in its tracks, the musical comedy of the Hollywood court case that had the internet gripped in 2023 has come to the West End, with an official trailer now released. Watch the trailer for I Will You Well in the video here!
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Following a successful stint at the Underbelly at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe and with a run of positive reviews in its tracks, the musical comedy of the Hollywood court case that had the internet gripped in 2023 has come to the West End, with an official trailer now released. Watch the trailer for I Will You Well in the video here!
Magician Jamie Allan Will Bring AMAZE to the West End
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Magician Jamie Allan is bringing his critically-acclaimed show Amaze to the Criterion Theatre in London's West End from Friday 18 October to Saturday 23 November.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Magician Jamie Allan is bringing his critically-acclaimed show Amaze to the Criterion Theatre in London's West End from Friday 18 October to Saturday 23 November.
Welsh National Opera Chorus Strike Paused
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Equity members in the chorus of the Welsh National Opera will pause their first and second days of strike action, previously planned for Saturday 21 and Sunday 29 September.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Equity members in the chorus of the Welsh National Opera will pause their first and second days of strike action, previously planned for Saturday 21 and Sunday 29 September.
MEAN GIRLS Extends in the West End
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
MEAN GIRLS in the West End has extended booking through to 6 April 2025 with over 55,000 new tickets released as details for 'Mean Girls Day' on October 3rd are confirmed.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
MEAN GIRLS in the West End has extended booking through to 6 April 2025 with over 55,000 new tickets released as details for 'Mean Girls Day' on October 3rd are confirmed.
Video: LES MISERABLES in the West End to Welcome New Cast Members in October
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
New cast members will join the London production of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre. LES MISÉRABLES will enter its 40th record-breaking year in London this October. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
New cast members will join the London production of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre. LES MISÉRABLES will enter its 40th record-breaking year in London this October. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
United Kingdom of FROZEN School Competition Winners Announced
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Music Theatre International (MTI) and Disney Theatrical Group have announced the 11 winners of The United Kingdom of Frozen contest, after an extraordinary response from schools and colleges across the United Kingdom.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Music Theatre International (MTI) and Disney Theatrical Group have announced the 11 winners of The United Kingdom of Frozen contest, after an extraordinary response from schools and colleges across the United Kingdom.
Review: THE LIGHTEST ELEMENT, Hampstead Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - September 17, 2024
Stella Feehily's new play examines the life of pioneering astronomer Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin
by Alexander Cohen - September 17, 2024
Stella Feehily's new play examines the life of pioneering astronomer Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin
Review Roundup: THE LIGHTEST ELEMENT at Hampstead Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
See what the critics are saying about The Lightest Element at Hampstead Theatre. Read the reviews and learn more about the production.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
See what the critics are saying about The Lightest Element at Hampstead Theatre. Read the reviews and learn more about the production.
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