Review: BEN & IMO, Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon
by Kat Mokrynski - March 11, 2024
Written by Mark Ravenhill and directed by Erica Whyman, Ben & Imo tells the story of the composition of Benjamin Britten’s (Samuel Barnett) Gloriana with musical assistant Imogen Holst (Victoria Yeates) over a period of nine months in the coast town of Aldeburgh. The play is based on Ravenhill’s BBC Radio 3 presentation, Imo and Ben.
by Kat Mokrynski - March 11, 2024
Written by Mark Ravenhill and directed by Erica Whyman, Ben & Imo tells the story of the composition of Benjamin Britten’s (Samuel Barnett) Gloriana with musical assistant Imogen Holst (Victoria Yeates) over a period of nine months in the coast town of Aldeburgh. The play is based on Ravenhill’s BBC Radio 3 presentation, Imo and Ben.
Photos: First Look at THE LONDON 50-HOUR IMPROVATHON: THE WEDDING PARTY
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2024
Check out photos from The London 50-Hour Improvathon: The Wedding Party here!
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2024
Check out photos from The London 50-Hour Improvathon: The Wedding Party here!
Review: GIANT, Royal Opera House
by Alexander Cohen - March 09, 2024
Where does a body start and a human being end? The story of Charles Byrne, the so-called “Irish Giant” is the diving board off of which Composer Sarah Angliss’ debut opera leaps
by Alexander Cohen - March 09, 2024
Where does a body start and a human being end? The story of Charles Byrne, the so-called “Irish Giant” is the diving board off of which Composer Sarah Angliss’ debut opera leaps
Review: BLUE, Seven Dials Playhouse
by Cindy Marcolina - March 09, 2024
It’s easy to understand why Blue garnered excellent reviews and a Fringe First Award for their run in Edinburgh last year. It’s an intense, alarming, carefully eloquent, and raw achievement. It’s a reactive and reactionary piece of theatre, real and terrible, relevant and urgent. If all that doesn’t entice you to book for this exquisite sociopolitical debate, it’s only 60 minutes long and the perfect prologue to an evening of discussion at a bar.
by Cindy Marcolina - March 09, 2024
It’s easy to understand why Blue garnered excellent reviews and a Fringe First Award for their run in Edinburgh last year. It’s an intense, alarming, carefully eloquent, and raw achievement. It’s a reactive and reactionary piece of theatre, real and terrible, relevant and urgent. If all that doesn’t entice you to book for this exquisite sociopolitical debate, it’s only 60 minutes long and the perfect prologue to an evening of discussion at a bar.
Review: NEW YORK CITY BALLET: MIXED BILL, Sadler's Wells
by Vikki Jane Vile - March 09, 2024
New York City Ballet are at Sadler’s Wells for the very first time, and returning to London for the first time since 2008 in a rare event for dance fans in the capital. Now under the direction of Jonathan Stafford, they arrive with a diverse quadruple bill, presumably designed to offer something for everyone. NYCB boasts some of the finest dancers in the world, they are precise technicians who have honed their craft and have a unique identity but the overall effect lacks the punch audiences will be craving after such a long absence.
by Vikki Jane Vile - March 09, 2024
New York City Ballet are at Sadler’s Wells for the very first time, and returning to London for the first time since 2008 in a rare event for dance fans in the capital. Now under the direction of Jonathan Stafford, they arrive with a diverse quadruple bill, presumably designed to offer something for everyone. NYCB boasts some of the finest dancers in the world, they are precise technicians who have honed their craft and have a unique identity but the overall effect lacks the punch audiences will be craving after such a long absence.
Review: ROMEO AND JULIET, Globe Theatre
by Alice Cope - March 08, 2024
Shakespeare's classic tragedy Romeo and Juliet is currently being performed with an exciting and contemporary makeover at the iconic Globe Theatre, enchanting younger audiences with modern twists, an engaging diverse cast and daring BMX stunts.
by Alice Cope - March 08, 2024
Shakespeare's classic tragedy Romeo and Juliet is currently being performed with an exciting and contemporary makeover at the iconic Globe Theatre, enchanting younger audiences with modern twists, an engaging diverse cast and daring BMX stunts.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, A DOLL'S HOUSE, and More Set For Sheffield Theatres 2024-25 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
Robert Hastie has announced his final season at Sheffield Theatres, as he steps down after eight years as Artistic Director. New productions will be running from summer 2024 to spring 2025 in the Crucible Theatre and Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse. Learn more about the season lineup here!
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
Robert Hastie has announced his final season at Sheffield Theatres, as he steps down after eight years as Artistic Director. New productions will be running from summer 2024 to spring 2025 in the Crucible Theatre and Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse. Learn more about the season lineup here!
Review: UNCLE VANYA, Orange Tree Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - March 08, 2024
Trevor Nunn's production runs until 13 April
by Alexander Cohen - March 08, 2024
Trevor Nunn's production runs until 13 April
Review: FOR BLACK BOYS WHO CONSIDERED SUICIDE WHEN THE HUE GETS TOO HEAVY, Garrick Theatre
by Abbie Grundy - March 08, 2024
The kind of writing and performances that stick with you long after you've left the theatre.
by Abbie Grundy - March 08, 2024
The kind of writing and performances that stick with you long after you've left the theatre.
Video: AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN Cast Perform 'I Am Woman'
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
To celebrate International Women's Day the cast of the UK Tour of AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN THE MUSICAL have performed a special version of the hit song I Am Woman from the show. Check out the video here!
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
To celebrate International Women's Day the cast of the UK Tour of AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN THE MUSICAL have performed a special version of the hit song I Am Woman from the show. Check out the video here!
Gerardine Sacdalan, Sandra Marvin, and Lara Denning Join UK Tour of & JULIET
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
To celebrate International Women’s Day, the producers of & JULIET have announced Gerardine Sacdalan as Juliet, Sandra Marvin as Angélique and Lara Denning as Anne in the upcoming UK tour, opening at Manchester Opera House on 8 July 2024.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
To celebrate International Women’s Day, the producers of & JULIET have announced Gerardine Sacdalan as Juliet, Sandra Marvin as Angélique and Lara Denning as Anne in the upcoming UK tour, opening at Manchester Opera House on 8 July 2024.
LES MISERABLES Extends Booking to March 2025
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 29 March 2025. The Christmas performance schedule is also announced.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 29 March 2025. The Christmas performance schedule is also announced.
Bradley Jaden Will Perform in Concert at Cadogan Hall
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
West End Superstar Bradley Jaden will play a very special London concert at Cadogan Hall on Friday 14 June as part of his first ever international solo concert tour, BRADLEY JADEN LIVE IN CONCERT.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
West End Superstar Bradley Jaden will play a very special London concert at Cadogan Hall on Friday 14 June as part of his first ever international solo concert tour, BRADLEY JADEN LIVE IN CONCERT.
Review: SWAN LAKE, Royal Opera House
by Vikki Jane Vile - March 08, 2024
If you came for anything other than wall-to-wall superlatives for the Royal Ballet’s A-team and Liam Scarlett’s superior production of Swan Lake then you’ll be disappointed with this review, because yet again, for the fourth time in six years, ballet heaven is delivered with a side of perfection. It may be programmed regularly but on this showing it’s little wonder why.
by Vikki Jane Vile - March 08, 2024
If you came for anything other than wall-to-wall superlatives for the Royal Ballet’s A-team and Liam Scarlett’s superior production of Swan Lake then you’ll be disappointed with this review, because yet again, for the fourth time in six years, ballet heaven is delivered with a side of perfection. It may be programmed regularly but on this showing it’s little wonder why.
Photos: THE TRAITORS Season 2 Cast Visits THE LION KING in London
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
Last night (7 March 2024), members of the season two series of the BBC’s hit show The Traitors visited Disney’s THE LION KING in the West End. Check out photos here!
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
Last night (7 March 2024), members of the season two series of the BBC’s hit show The Traitors visited Disney’s THE LION KING in the West End. Check out photos here!
Review: CASSEROLE, Arcola Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - March 08, 2024
All in all, this iteration of the production is a springboard. While it’s a missed opportunity at the moment, nothing's carved in stone when it comes to theatre. A firmer grasp on the play’s intent and a further unfurling of its core could make it a thorough analysis of the casual cruelty and everyday hurt in romantic relationships.
by Cindy Marcolina - March 08, 2024
All in all, this iteration of the production is a springboard. While it’s a missed opportunity at the moment, nothing's carved in stone when it comes to theatre. A firmer grasp on the play’s intent and a further unfurling of its core could make it a thorough analysis of the casual cruelty and everyday hurt in romantic relationships.
Interview: 'Might it Take a Fiction to Catch a Fiction?': Director Adam Meggido on SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE WHITECHAPEL FIEND
by Kat Mokrynski - March 08, 2024
Can a fictional detective solve a real-life murder case? Sherlock Holmes and the Whitechapel Fiend answers this question by having the world-famous detective attempt to solve the infamous Jack the Ripper case. Recently, we had the chance to talk to Adam Meggido, the director of this production, about what it’s been like bringing the show to life.
by Kat Mokrynski - March 08, 2024
Can a fictional detective solve a real-life murder case? Sherlock Holmes and the Whitechapel Fiend answers this question by having the world-famous detective attempt to solve the infamous Jack the Ripper case. Recently, we had the chance to talk to Adam Meggido, the director of this production, about what it’s been like bringing the show to life.
Review: CATHERINE BOHART: AGAIN, WITH FEELINGS, Soho Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - March 08, 2024
When you’re a 35-year-old bisexual dating another woman, you get asked quite a few questions, especially about childhood. Comedian Catherine Bohart is here to tell us all about her experiences with relationships, queerness, and family in Catherine Bohart: Again, With Feelings.
by Kat Mokrynski - March 08, 2024
When you’re a 35-year-old bisexual dating another woman, you get asked quite a few questions, especially about childhood. Comedian Catherine Bohart is here to tell us all about her experiences with relationships, queerness, and family in Catherine Bohart: Again, With Feelings.
MAMMA MIA! to Celebrate 25th Anniversary in the West End
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
In a month's time, on Saturday 6 April 2024, the original production of MAMMA MIA! will celebrate its 25th anniversary. Learn more about the history of MAMMA MIA! and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
In a month's time, on Saturday 6 April 2024, the original production of MAMMA MIA! will celebrate its 25th anniversary. Learn more about the history of MAMMA MIA! and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: BESOS, BEATS AND BEAUTIES, Lio London
by Franco Milazzo - March 07, 2024
Operating from the former Café de Paris, dinner-cabaret experience Lio London is coming up to its first anniversary and is celebrating with its latest show Besos, Beats and Beauties.
by Franco Milazzo - March 07, 2024
Operating from the former Café de Paris, dinner-cabaret experience Lio London is coming up to its first anniversary and is celebrating with its latest show Besos, Beats and Beauties.
National Theatre Will Update Infrastructure With £26.4m Government Funding
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
The UK government announced in the Spring Budget that the National Theatre will receive flagship investment of £26.4m marking its 60th anniversary, which will support urgent infrastructure updates to the National Theatre building.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
The UK government announced in the Spring Budget that the National Theatre will receive flagship investment of £26.4m marking its 60th anniversary, which will support urgent infrastructure updates to the National Theatre building.
Photos: First Look at FOR BLACK BOYS... at the Garrick Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
Performances are now underway for FOR BLACK BOYS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE WHEN THE HUE GETS TOO HEAVY in the West End. Check out all new photos here!
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
Performances are now underway for FOR BLACK BOYS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE WHEN THE HUE GETS TOO HEAVY in the West End. Check out all new photos here!
Review: NACHTLAND, Young Vic
by Cindy Marcolina - March 07, 2024
Nachtland is a nervous, difficult play whose purpose is decisively blurry. It doesn’t revel as much as it should in the unknotting of its cerebral conundrum and doesn’t bask in the incredible satire it holds. The ideas it presents are topical, yet the piece is distracted. It tries to be quirky and different, but the result is tired and unfocused. It will make audiences think and talk about what they just saw, but not necessarily in a good way.
by Cindy Marcolina - March 07, 2024
Nachtland is a nervous, difficult play whose purpose is decisively blurry. It doesn’t revel as much as it should in the unknotting of its cerebral conundrum and doesn’t bask in the incredible satire it holds. The ideas it presents are topical, yet the piece is distracted. It tries to be quirky and different, but the result is tired and unfocused. It will make audiences think and talk about what they just saw, but not necessarily in a good way.
MARY POPPINS Will Embark on New UK and Ireland Tour in 2024
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
Direct from the West End, Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group have announced that MARY POPPINS will embark on a 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
Direct from the West End, Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group have announced that MARY POPPINS will embark on a 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour.
Judi Dench Will Appear in Conversation at The Watermill This May
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
Shakespeare: Judi Dench in conversation with Brendan O’Hea will take place at The Watermill on Friday 10 May at 2.30pm and will see Dame Judi Dench come to the theatre to give a unique insight into her illustrious career,
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
Shakespeare: Judi Dench in conversation with Brendan O’Hea will take place at The Watermill on Friday 10 May at 2.30pm and will see Dame Judi Dench come to the theatre to give a unique insight into her illustrious career,
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