Frank Wildhorn's YOUR LIE IN APRIL to Open on the Same Night in the West End & Korea
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2024
Frank Wildhorn will tonight (Friday 28 June) make West End history with the first preview performance of Your Lie in April, as the first manga-inspired musical to get a West End season and the first 100% all-Asian cast British musical. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2024
Frank Wildhorn will tonight (Friday 28 June) make West End history with the first preview performance of Your Lie in April, as the first manga-inspired musical to get a West End season and the first 100% all-Asian cast British musical. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Guest Blog: 'I Have A Deep Need to Understand These Characters': Movement Director Ingrid Mackinnon on RSC's SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL
by Guest Author - June 28, 2024
When I first worked at the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) back in 2017, I was seduced into thinking I had to change my approach to movement because I was working in the “sacred space” of Shakespeare.
by Guest Author - June 28, 2024
When I first worked at the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) back in 2017, I was seduced into thinking I had to change my approach to movement because I was working in the “sacred space” of Shakespeare.
Review: DEBUT SOUNDS: SOUND IN MOTION, Queen Elizabeth Hall
by Matthew Paluch - June 28, 2024
Debut Sounds: Sound in Motion is the London Philharmonic Orchestra’s annual concert showcasing the LPO’s Young Composers. The concept sees five composers and eight choreographers collaborating to create the final works shown, with the music played by musicians from the LPO Foyle Future Firsts Development Programme, alongside LPO players, all led by representatives of the LPO Fellow Conductors.
by Matthew Paluch - June 28, 2024
Debut Sounds: Sound in Motion is the London Philharmonic Orchestra’s annual concert showcasing the LPO’s Young Composers. The concept sees five composers and eight choreographers collaborating to create the final works shown, with the music played by musicians from the LPO Foyle Future Firsts Development Programme, alongside LPO players, all led by representatives of the LPO Fellow Conductors.
Video: THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON Cast Performs 'When E're She Looked At Me'
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2024
An all new video has been released of the West End cast of THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON performing 'When E’re She Looked At Me'. Check out the video here!
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2024
An all new video has been released of the West End cast of THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON performing 'When E’re She Looked At Me'. Check out the video here!
Original London Cast of AVENUE Q Will Reunite to Celebrate the Show's 18th Birthday
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2024
Avenue Q will return to London for a once-in-a-lifetime reunion on Sunday 10th November, with two very special concert performances at The Sondheim Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2024
Avenue Q will return to London for a once-in-a-lifetime reunion on Sunday 10th November, with two very special concert performances at The Sondheim Theatre.
Review: THE SECRET GARDEN, Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - June 28, 2024
The Secret Garden, originally published as a children’s book by Frances Hodgson Burnett in the early 1900s, tells the story of Mary Lennox, a spoiled and angry 10-year-old girl who is brought from her home in British India to Yorkshire after surviving a cholera epidemic that kills not only her parents but all of the servants in the home.
by Kat Mokrynski - June 28, 2024
The Secret Garden, originally published as a children’s book by Frances Hodgson Burnett in the early 1900s, tells the story of Mary Lennox, a spoiled and angry 10-year-old girl who is brought from her home in British India to Yorkshire after surviving a cholera epidemic that kills not only her parents but all of the servants in the home.
Cast Announced For Bilingual Production Of ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA At Shakespeare's Globe
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
Shakespeare's Globe has announced the cast of Antony and Cleopatra, directed by Blanche McIntyre (Twelfth Night: For One Night Only, Globe), with Nadia Nadarajah and John Hollingworth as Cleopatra and Mark Antony.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
Shakespeare's Globe has announced the cast of Antony and Cleopatra, directed by Blanche McIntyre (Twelfth Night: For One Night Only, Globe), with Nadia Nadarajah and John Hollingworth as Cleopatra and Mark Antony.
Wiltshire Police Called Due to Realistic Screams From FRANKENSTEIN Rehearsal
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
A Bradfordians Dramatic Society rehearsal of Frankenstein turned into a real-life scare when police were called after screams from the Society's rehearsal were reported by nearby residents. Read more!
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
A Bradfordians Dramatic Society rehearsal of Frankenstein turned into a real-life scare when police were called after screams from the Society's rehearsal were reported by nearby residents. Read more!
PRIMA FACIE Starring Jodie Comer Will Return to Cinemas in September
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
National Theatre and Empire Street Productions have announced that Prima Facie, the most watched National Theatre Live title to date, is returning to cinemas from 12 September 2024.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
National Theatre and Empire Street Productions have announced that Prima Facie, the most watched National Theatre Live title to date, is returning to cinemas from 12 September 2024.
Photos: Cyndi Lauper Meets KINKY BOOTS Stars Ahead of UK Tour
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
Last week, legendary singer, songwriter, actress, and activist Cyndi Lauper sat down with the stars of the brand new production of KINKY BOOTS, Johannes Radebe (Lola) and Dan Partridge (Charlie Price) to chat about the forthcoming UK and Ireland tour ahead of her appearance at Glastonbury this weekend. Check out the photos!
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
Last week, legendary singer, songwriter, actress, and activist Cyndi Lauper sat down with the stars of the brand new production of KINKY BOOTS, Johannes Radebe (Lola) and Dan Partridge (Charlie Price) to chat about the forthcoming UK and Ireland tour ahead of her appearance at Glastonbury this weekend. Check out the photos!
Video: First Look at Charlie Burn as Cady Heron MEAN GIRLS in London
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
An all new video clip has been released of Charlie Burn as Cady Heron in Mean Girls The Musical on the West End. Check out the video here!
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
An all new video clip has been released of Charlie Burn as Cady Heron in Mean Girls The Musical on the West End. Check out the video here!
Despina Tsatsas Appoined RSC Executive Producer
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
The RSC has announced the appointment of Despina Tsatsas as the Company’s new Executive Producer (London), working alongside Co-Artistic Directors Tamara Harvey and Daniel Evans and Executive Director Andrew Leveson to define and deliver commercial producing opportunities for the RSC in London and internationally.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
The RSC has announced the appointment of Despina Tsatsas as the Company’s new Executive Producer (London), working alongside Co-Artistic Directors Tamara Harvey and Daniel Evans and Executive Director Andrew Leveson to define and deliver commercial producing opportunities for the RSC in London and internationally.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING OSCAR Released As Exclusive Filmed Version On Original Online
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
An exclusive filmed version of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING OSCAR is now available on Original Online, offering a unique look at the life and works of Oscar Wilde.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
An exclusive filmed version of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING OSCAR is now available on Original Online, offering a unique look at the life and works of Oscar Wilde.
Review: NEXT TO NORMAL, Wyndham's Theatre
by Abbie Grundy - June 26, 2024
Following a sold-out run at the Donmar Warehouse, Next to Normal arrives at Wyndham's Theatre.
by Abbie Grundy - June 26, 2024
Following a sold-out run at the Donmar Warehouse, Next to Normal arrives at Wyndham's Theatre.
Review: THE NEXT GENERATION FESTIVAL: BUNDESJUGENDBALLETT, Royal Opera House
by Matthew Paluch - June 26, 2024
The Next Generation Festival continues at the Royal Opera House with two performances by the BundesJugendBallett AKA German National Youth Ballet. The group was founded by Hamburg Ballet director and chief choreographer, John Neumeier in 2011, and has been directed by Kevin Haigen since its inauguration.
by Matthew Paluch - June 26, 2024
The Next Generation Festival continues at the Royal Opera House with two performances by the BundesJugendBallett AKA German National Youth Ballet. The group was founded by Hamburg Ballet director and chief choreographer, John Neumeier in 2011, and has been directed by Kevin Haigen since its inauguration.
Interview: 'It's A Complete One-Off': Writer Jonathan Harvey and Director Stephen Fletcher on SISTERS OF MERSEY at Liverpool's Royal Court
by Sarah OHara - June 26, 2024
Ahead of Sisters of Mersey opening at Liverpool’s Royal Court on July 5, Broadway World visited the rehearsal rooms and sat down with writer Jonathan Harvey and director Stephen Fletcher to find out more.
by Sarah OHara - June 26, 2024
Ahead of Sisters of Mersey opening at Liverpool’s Royal Court on July 5, Broadway World visited the rehearsal rooms and sat down with writer Jonathan Harvey and director Stephen Fletcher to find out more.
Review: UNCANNY: I KNOW WHAT I SAW, Theatre Royal Drury Lane and On Tour
by Cindy Marcolina - June 26, 2024
Back in 2021, Danny Robins spoke to the void in the shed in his garden asking “Do ghosts exist?”. The world of paranormal podcasts never was the same. People were quick to join in online, sending reports and building a network of experiences, lifting the series to a cult media of sorts. Robins went on to write the astoundingly successful celebrity bait 2:22 A Ghost Story and produce many more seasons of the spooky pod for the BBC before turning them into live shows and serialised television.
by Cindy Marcolina - June 26, 2024
Back in 2021, Danny Robins spoke to the void in the shed in his garden asking “Do ghosts exist?”. The world of paranormal podcasts never was the same. People were quick to join in online, sending reports and building a network of experiences, lifting the series to a cult media of sorts. Robins went on to write the astoundingly successful celebrity bait 2:22 A Ghost Story and produce many more seasons of the spooky pod for the BBC before turning them into live shows and serialised television.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE BAKER'S WIFE at Menier Chocolate Factory
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
All new rehearsal photos ahve been released for The Menier Chocolate Factory’s major revival of Stephen Schwartz and Joseph Stein’s The Baker’s Wife with Lucie Jones and Clive Rowe. The production opens on 17 July, with previews from 6 July, and runs until 14 September.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
All new rehearsal photos ahve been released for The Menier Chocolate Factory’s major revival of Stephen Schwartz and Joseph Stein’s The Baker’s Wife with Lucie Jones and Clive Rowe. The production opens on 17 July, with previews from 6 July, and runs until 14 September.
Matthew Bourne's EDWARD SCISSORHANDS is Headed to Cinemas This Year
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 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.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 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.
The Vivienne Joins the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
The Vivienne will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
The Vivienne will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.
Review: SURRENDER, Arcola Theatre
by Niamh Jones - June 26, 2024
A woman’s story is a valuable thing, the trials of experience typically being viewed as under discussed even within modern literature. Amongst these trials are the very real challenges that come with raising a baby, especially when a single parent.
by Niamh Jones - June 26, 2024
A woman’s story is a valuable thing, the trials of experience typically being viewed as under discussed even within modern literature. Amongst these trials are the very real challenges that come with raising a baby, especially when a single parent.
Review: THE DAO OF THE UNREPRESENTATIVE BRITISH CHINESE EXPERIENCE, Soho Theatre
by Josh Maughan - June 26, 2024
From the minute Daniel York Loh finished his opening monologue in Kakilang’s The Dao of the Unrepresentative British Chinese Experience, I knew this would be a piece of theatre that wouldn’t allow me to remain comfortable, drift off or stop questioning my own beliefs for a second.
by Josh Maughan - June 26, 2024
From the minute Daniel York Loh finished his opening monologue in Kakilang’s The Dao of the Unrepresentative British Chinese Experience, I knew this would be a piece of theatre that wouldn’t allow me to remain comfortable, drift off or stop questioning my own beliefs for a second.
Review: THE CONSTITUENT, The Old Vic
by Aliya Al-Hassan - June 26, 2024
Matthew Warchus' production focuses on a single back-bench MP trying to balance help and professional distance with her increasingly unstable constituent.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - June 26, 2024
Matthew Warchus' production focuses on a single back-bench MP trying to balance help and professional distance with her increasingly unstable constituent.
Photos: First Look At the UK Tour of 101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2024
101 Dalmatians has released production photos of the UK national tour of 101 Dalmations- the Musical!
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2024
101 Dalmatians has released production photos of the UK national tour of 101 Dalmations- the Musical!
Allie Esiri And Regents Park Open Air Theatre Present Shakespeare For EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR – LIVE!
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2024
On Monday 8th July Allie Esiri will be joined by a star-studded cast of award winning theatre and film actors including Paul Chahidi, Damian Lewis (Homeland), Derek Jacobi CBE, Toheeb Jimoh (Ted Lasso), Stephen Mangan (Green Wing), Tracy Ann Oberman, Tony Robinson (Blackadder), Danny Sapani (Killing Eve, Black Panther), Samantha Spiro (Sex Education), Luke Thompson (Bridgerton), Indira Varma (Game of Thrones), Samuel West (Slow Horses), Olivia Williams (The Crown), and Susan Wokoma (Enola Holmes), for a hugely entertaining evening of Shakespeare based on Allie Esiri's bestselling poetry anthology: Shakespeare for Every Day of the Year.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2024
On Monday 8th July Allie Esiri will be joined by a star-studded cast of award winning theatre and film actors including Paul Chahidi, Damian Lewis (Homeland), Derek Jacobi CBE, Toheeb Jimoh (Ted Lasso), Stephen Mangan (Green Wing), Tracy Ann Oberman, Tony Robinson (Blackadder), Danny Sapani (Killing Eve, Black Panther), Samantha Spiro (Sex Education), Luke Thompson (Bridgerton), Indira Varma (Game of Thrones), Samuel West (Slow Horses), Olivia Williams (The Crown), and Susan Wokoma (Enola Holmes), for a hugely entertaining evening of Shakespeare based on Allie Esiri's bestselling poetry anthology: Shakespeare for Every Day of the Year.
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