Guest Blog: I'm Really Proud of the Score': Composer Jack Godfrey on Establishing Characters and Emotions in New (Born) Musical BABIES
by Guest Author - May 27, 2024
When I started composing the score, I really wanted to find a musical language with which to establish the world of these nine teenage characters.
by Guest Author - May 27, 2024
When I started composing the score, I really wanted to find a musical language with which to establish the world of these nine teenage characters.
Review: BLUETS, Royal Court
by Alexander Cohen - May 27, 2024
Katie Mitchell returns to the Royal Court with a curious but dense adaption of Maggie Nelson's poetry
by Alexander Cohen - May 27, 2024
Katie Mitchell returns to the Royal Court with a curious but dense adaption of Maggie Nelson's poetry
London Premiere of SAUNA BOY Opens This Week
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2024
The London premiere of SAUNA BOY by Dan Ireland-Reeves opens this week. Performances run from 29th May -1st June at Stage Door Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2024
The London premiere of SAUNA BOY by Dan Ireland-Reeves opens this week. Performances run from 29th May -1st June at Stage Door Theatre.
Review: BRIGHTON FRINGE REVIEW: SUMMONING SONDHEIM at Bar Broadway, Brighton
by Caroline Cronin - May 26, 2024
Have you ever wished that you could bring your favourite musical composer back from the dead for just one day by means of a spooky musical seance? If so, then Summoning Sondheim is right up your street.
by Caroline Cronin - May 26, 2024
Have you ever wished that you could bring your favourite musical composer back from the dead for just one day by means of a spooky musical seance? If so, then Summoning Sondheim is right up your street.
Review: INDIANA JONES & RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK IN CONCERT, Royal Albert Hall
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 26, 2024
In 1973 George Lucas wrote a story titled “The Adventures of Indiana Smith”, inspired by the adventure films of the 1930s and 1940s. While on holiday with Steven Spielberg, Lucas pitched his story, and convinced him to direct a trilogy of films. Spielberg suggested that the surname was changed to Jones and the rest is history. Simply known as Raiders of the Lost Ark when it was originally released, the film features an incredible score by the great John Williams.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 26, 2024
In 1973 George Lucas wrote a story titled “The Adventures of Indiana Smith”, inspired by the adventure films of the 1930s and 1940s. While on holiday with Steven Spielberg, Lucas pitched his story, and convinced him to direct a trilogy of films. Spielberg suggested that the surname was changed to Jones and the rest is history. Simply known as Raiders of the Lost Ark when it was originally released, the film features an incredible score by the great John Williams.
FROZEN's Samantha Barks to Perform on BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT Next Week
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2024
The Daily Star printed yesterday that Samantha Barks, who is currently playing Elsa in the West End production of Frozen, will perform 'Let It Go' on Britain's Got Talent during the semi-finals next week.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2024
The Daily Star printed yesterday that Samantha Barks, who is currently playing Elsa in the West End production of Frozen, will perform 'Let It Go' on Britain's Got Talent during the semi-finals next week.
Review: PERFECT SHOW FOR RACHEL, Barbican Pit
by Louise Penn - May 25, 2024
Produced by Zoo Co and Improbable, this is not your show, or like any show you might have seen before. Perfect Show for Rachel is just what it says, a perfect show directed by Rachel O'Mahony, who is learning disabled, living in a care home, and exploring her creativity. So anything can happen, and no two shows are the same.
by Louise Penn - May 25, 2024
Produced by Zoo Co and Improbable, this is not your show, or like any show you might have seen before. Perfect Show for Rachel is just what it says, a perfect show directed by Rachel O'Mahony, who is learning disabled, living in a care home, and exploring her creativity. So anything can happen, and no two shows are the same.
Review: EMERGING DANCER 2024, Sadler's Wells
by Vikki Jane Vile - May 25, 2024
English National Ballet’s Emerging Dancer award returned to Sadler’s Wells after a two year absence, with a unique opportunity for the most junior members of the company to shine. With his feet now firmly under the desk, Artistic Director Aaron S. Watkin hosted the evening, the first of his tenure, with six Artists of the company performing a classical and contemporary pas de deux in three assigned pairs.
by Vikki Jane Vile - May 25, 2024
English National Ballet’s Emerging Dancer award returned to Sadler’s Wells after a two year absence, with a unique opportunity for the most junior members of the company to shine. With his feet now firmly under the desk, Artistic Director Aaron S. Watkin hosted the evening, the first of his tenure, with six Artists of the company performing a classical and contemporary pas de deux in three assigned pairs.
Interview: 'There Was Definitely Blood Involved. Blood And An Accordion': voidspace live's Katy Naylor Discusses Immersive Theatre And Her New Interactive Festival
by Franco Milazzo - May 25, 2024
The post-pandemic rush of immersive theatre in London has been very hard to ignore with new shows popping up every month. Next month, this resurgent art form is celebrated with voidspace live, a packed day produced by Theatre Deli and Voidspace Zine editor Katy Naylor which showcases over a dozen works .
by Franco Milazzo - May 25, 2024
The post-pandemic rush of immersive theatre in London has been very hard to ignore with new shows popping up every month. Next month, this resurgent art form is celebrated with voidspace live, a packed day produced by Theatre Deli and Voidspace Zine editor Katy Naylor which showcases over a dozen works .
Review Roundup: THE ARTIST Opens at Theatre Royal Plymouth
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Read the reviews for The Artist at Theatre Royal Plymouth.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Read the reviews for The Artist at Theatre Royal Plymouth.
Photos: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Commemorates One Year Since Turner's Passing With Floral Installation
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Principal cast members Zoe Birkett (Tina Turner) and Rolan Bell (Ike Turner), recently visited an installation at Hays Galleria that pays tribute to Tina Turner, in honor of the one year anniversary of her passing. Check out photos here!
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Principal cast members Zoe Birkett (Tina Turner) and Rolan Bell (Ike Turner), recently visited an installation at Hays Galleria that pays tribute to Tina Turner, in honor of the one year anniversary of her passing. Check out photos here!
SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL Will Release a Live Cast Album
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL will release a live cast album of the show, which will be recorded over three nights, on Monday 27, Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 May at the Dominion Theatre. The album will be released later this year.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL will release a live cast album of the show, which will be recorded over three nights, on Monday 27, Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 May at the Dominion Theatre. The album will be released later this year.
ROLES WE'LL NEVER PLAY Returns to the Lyric Theatre This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Roles We'll Never Play is back. After a year-long break, the innovative and boundary-breaking show, 'Roles We'll Never Play,' is making its highly anticipated return to the West End for one night only.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Roles We'll Never Play is back. After a year-long break, the innovative and boundary-breaking show, 'Roles We'll Never Play,' is making its highly anticipated return to the West End for one night only.
Review: THE HARMONY TEST, Hampstead Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - May 24, 2024
Good writing doesn’t have to explode off the stage, but can gently lull you with buckets of charm and laser point focus.
by Alexander Cohen - May 24, 2024
Good writing doesn’t have to explode off the stage, but can gently lull you with buckets of charm and laser point focus.
Lead Cast Set For YOUR LIE IN APRIL West End Run
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
The lead actors have been revealed for Your Lie in April's fully staged 12-week West End premiere ahead of rehearsals starting next week.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
The lead actors have been revealed for Your Lie in April's fully staged 12-week West End premiere ahead of rehearsals starting next week.
Over £74,000 Raised at The Acting For Others West End Flea Market
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Theatrical charity Acting for Others has announced that more than £74,000 was raised at their fourth annual West End Flea Market, held on Saturday 18 May at St Paul's Church in Covent Garden, making it their most successful event to date.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Theatrical charity Acting for Others has announced that more than £74,000 was raised at their fourth annual West End Flea Market, held on Saturday 18 May at St Paul's Church in Covent Garden, making it their most successful event to date.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For MEAN GIRLS in the West End
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
MEAN GIRLS in the West End has released first look rehearsal images at the Savoy Theatre. The production is currently booking to 16 February 2025. Check out the photos here!
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
MEAN GIRLS in the West End has released first look rehearsal images at the Savoy Theatre. The production is currently booking to 16 February 2025. Check out the photos here!
Guest Blog: 'I Have a Lot More to Learn From Her': Theatre Maker Flo O'Mahony on Ableism, Joy and Creating A PERFECT SHOW FOR RACHEL
by Guest Author - May 24, 2024
Perfect Show for Rachel was developed with my sister Rachel, to create a show on her own terms. It explores who defines artistic taste, and questions who that currently excludes.
by Guest Author - May 24, 2024
Perfect Show for Rachel was developed with my sister Rachel, to create a show on her own terms. It explores who defines artistic taste, and questions who that currently excludes.
Review: PIECE OF ME, Camden People's Theatre
by Olivia Woods - May 23, 2024
After a long standing estrangement, BabyFaceBland is back and ready with all your favourite hits; This time with a sharp political remix. Piece of Me, Claire Gaydon’s newest well crafted and thought provoking production, explores mass surveillance through the lens of mega fame.
by Olivia Woods - May 23, 2024
After a long standing estrangement, BabyFaceBland is back and ready with all your favourite hits; This time with a sharp political remix. Piece of Me, Claire Gaydon’s newest well crafted and thought provoking production, explores mass surveillance through the lens of mega fame.
Matthew Warchus Will Step Down as Artistic Director of The Old Vic in 2026
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
The Old Vic has announced that Matthew Warchus, following 11 years leading the organisation, will step down as Artistic Director in September 2026.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
The Old Vic has announced that Matthew Warchus, following 11 years leading the organisation, will step down as Artistic Director in September 2026.
Review: PIECES OF A WOMAN, Battersea Arts Centre
by Alice Cope - May 23, 2024
Pieces of a Woman from Writer Kata Wéber and Director Kornél Mundruczó is presented for the first time in UK, produced by TR Warszawa.
by Alice Cope - May 23, 2024
Pieces of a Woman from Writer Kata Wéber and Director Kornél Mundruczó is presented for the first time in UK, produced by TR Warszawa.
Photos: Layton Williams, Rhea Norwood, and More in Rehearsal For CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB in London
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
All new rehearsal images have been released of the new cast of CABARET at the Kit Kat Club, including Rhea Norwood, Layton Williams, Sally Ann Triplett and Fenton Gray. Check out the photos here!
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
All new rehearsal images have been released of the new cast of CABARET at the Kit Kat Club, including Rhea Norwood, Layton Williams, Sally Ann Triplett and Fenton Gray. Check out the photos here!
Review: LADY DEALER, Bush Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 23, 2024
After a successful run at the Fringe, Martha Watson Allpress’ lyrically poignant show Lady Dealer now comes to the Bush theatre. Dealing with loneliness, loss and mental health, it's a captivating and immersive watch.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 23, 2024
After a successful run at the Fringe, Martha Watson Allpress’ lyrically poignant show Lady Dealer now comes to the Bush theatre. Dealing with loneliness, loss and mental health, it's a captivating and immersive watch.
Interview: 'It's Championing Women's Friendships and Voices.': Rebekah Hinds and Bronté Barbé on KATHY & STELLA SOLVE A MURDER!
by Kat Mokrynski - May 23, 2024
Recently we had the chance to chat with Bronté Barbé and Rebekah Hinds, who play Kathy and Stella, respectively. We discussed what it’s been like to have been a part of the show since the beginning, bringing the production to the West End and how the fans have played an important role in the show.
by Kat Mokrynski - May 23, 2024
Recently we had the chance to chat with Bronté Barbé and Rebekah Hinds, who play Kathy and Stella, respectively. We discussed what it’s been like to have been a part of the show since the beginning, bringing the production to the West End and how the fans have played an important role in the show.
Review: JERRY'S GIRLS, Menier Chocolate Factory
by Louise Penn - May 23, 2024
Deeply mining the scores of four musicals Jerry Herman is best known for (Hello, Dolly, Mame, Mack & Mabel, La Cage Aux Folles), with a handful from others like Dear World and Parade, this will appeal to Herman devotees and musical generalists alike.
by Louise Penn - May 23, 2024
Deeply mining the scores of four musicals Jerry Herman is best known for (Hello, Dolly, Mame, Mack & Mabel, La Cage Aux Folles), with a handful from others like Dear World and Parade, this will appeal to Herman devotees and musical generalists alike.
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