West End Production of FROZEN to Close in September
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
Disney Theatrical Group's critically acclaimed West End production of Frozen will extend for the final time, completing its run at Theatre Royal Drury Lane after three years on 8 September 2024, having been seen by over 2.8 million people.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
Disney Theatrical Group's critically acclaimed West End production of Frozen will extend for the final time, completing its run at Theatre Royal Drury Lane after three years on 8 September 2024, having been seen by over 2.8 million people.
Billy Crudup Will Make West End Debut in the Transfer of HARRY CLARKE
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
The Emmy and Tony Award-winning, and 2024 Golden Globe nominee, Billy Crudup (The Morning Show) is reprising his role to make his West End debut in the UK premiere of David Cale’s critically acclaimed one man play Harry Clarke, which transfers to the West End following two hit runs in the US
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
The Emmy and Tony Award-winning, and 2024 Golden Globe nominee, Billy Crudup (The Morning Show) is reprising his role to make his West End debut in the UK premiere of David Cale’s critically acclaimed one man play Harry Clarke, which transfers to the West End following two hit runs in the US
Sarah Grochala's INTELLIGENCE Wins The Women's Prize for Playwriting 2023
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 22, 2024
Intelligence by Sarah Grochalahas been announced as the winning script for The Women’s Prize for Playwriting 2023. Launched in 2019 and produced by Ellie Keel and Paines Plough, the Prize is the only national prize to champion and support exceptional playwrights who identify as female or non-binary.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 22, 2024
Intelligence by Sarah Grochalahas been announced as the winning script for The Women’s Prize for Playwriting 2023. Launched in 2019 and produced by Ellie Keel and Paines Plough, the Prize is the only national prize to champion and support exceptional playwrights who identify as female or non-binary.
Photos: Rehearsal Images Released for DEAR OCTOPUS at the National Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 22, 2024
The National Theatre has released rehearsal images for the upcoming revival of Dear Octopus by Dodie Smith (I Capture the Castle), playing in the Lyttelton theatre from 7 February. See all the photos here.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 22, 2024
The National Theatre has released rehearsal images for the upcoming revival of Dear Octopus by Dodie Smith (I Capture the Castle), playing in the Lyttelton theatre from 7 February. See all the photos here.
OEDIPUS ELECTRONICA Comes to Brixton House in March
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
The electrifying reimagining of the ultimate love triangle – mother, father, son – Oedipus Electronica comes to Brixton House in March.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
The electrifying reimagining of the ultimate love triangle – mother, father, son – Oedipus Electronica comes to Brixton House in March.
Photos: First Look at Jade Anouka's HEART at Brixton House
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 22, 2024
After an acclaimed run at Edinburgh Fringe, Jade Anouka is taking her debut play HEART to Brixton House, a brand new theatre in the centre of the community. See the first look photos here.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 22, 2024
After an acclaimed run at Edinburgh Fringe, Jade Anouka is taking her debut play HEART to Brixton House, a brand new theatre in the centre of the community. See the first look photos here.
Show of the Week: Save Up to 52% on GUYS & DOLLS
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 22, 2024
Show of the Week: Save Up to 52% on Guys & Dolls- The Bridge transforms for one of the greatest musicals of all time. Be transported to the streets of Manhattan in Guys & Dolls directed by Nicholas Hytner.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 22, 2024
Show of the Week: Save Up to 52% on Guys & Dolls- The Bridge transforms for one of the greatest musicals of all time. Be transported to the streets of Manhattan in Guys & Dolls directed by Nicholas Hytner.
Igor Levit Becomes The Youngest Ever Recipient Of The Wigmore Hall Medal
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
36-year-old Russian-born German pianist Igor Levit has become the youngest ever recipient of The Wigmore Hall Medal. In recognition of his outstanding musical achievements and contribution to Wigmore Hall, Levit received the medal from Wigmore Hall director John Gilhooly following Levit's performance of the complete late piano works of Johannes Brahms at the Hall on Friday 19 January.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
36-year-old Russian-born German pianist Igor Levit has become the youngest ever recipient of The Wigmore Hall Medal. In recognition of his outstanding musical achievements and contribution to Wigmore Hall, Levit received the medal from Wigmore Hall director John Gilhooly following Levit's performance of the complete late piano works of Johannes Brahms at the Hall on Friday 19 January.
DESERT ISLAND DISCS: THE LIVE SHOW Comes to the London Palladium in March
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
The cherished Radio 4 series Desert Island Discs is preparing to transfer to the live stage with a very special show celebrating over 80 years of casting its guests away. Desert Island Discs: The Live Show will grace the stage of the iconic London Palladium for three nights only from 25th - 27th March 2024.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
The cherished Radio 4 series Desert Island Discs is preparing to transfer to the live stage with a very special show celebrating over 80 years of casting its guests away. Desert Island Discs: The Live Show will grace the stage of the iconic London Palladium for three nights only from 25th - 27th March 2024.
WICKED Writers Be The Change 2024 Competition Launches; Bestselling Author M. G. Leonard Joins The Judging Panel
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
Next week will mark the launch of Wicked Writers: Be the Change, a writing competition devised by the National Literacy Trust and stage musical Wicked, to inspire the UK's school children to get creative and use their voices to change the world for the better. Learn more about the competition here!
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
Next week will mark the launch of Wicked Writers: Be the Change, a writing competition devised by the National Literacy Trust and stage musical Wicked, to inspire the UK's school children to get creative and use their voices to change the world for the better. Learn more about the competition here!
Review: CRUEL INTENTIONS, The Other Palace
by Mica Blackwell - January 22, 2024
Some can agree that the film took itself seriously to the point of unintentional hilarity, so director Jonathan O'Boyle and co-writers Roger Kumble, Lindsey Rosin and Jordan Ross do the next best thing in adapting it by shifting the tone into campy dark comedy.
by Mica Blackwell - January 22, 2024
Some can agree that the film took itself seriously to the point of unintentional hilarity, so director Jonathan O'Boyle and co-writers Roger Kumble, Lindsey Rosin and Jordan Ross do the next best thing in adapting it by shifting the tone into campy dark comedy.
Review: AFTERGLOW, Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 22, 2024
Based on very personal experience, S. Asher Gelman’s play off-Broadway hit now comes to London’s Southwark Playhouse. Although polyamory is an initial theme, the play quickly becomes a study of quite a classic love triangle, where a casual physical fling develops into serious emotional involvement.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 22, 2024
Based on very personal experience, S. Asher Gelman’s play off-Broadway hit now comes to London’s Southwark Playhouse. Although polyamory is an initial theme, the play quickly becomes a study of quite a classic love triangle, where a casual physical fling develops into serious emotional involvement.
Review: THE MOTHER OF KAMAL, Upstairs at the Gatehouse
by Gary Naylor - January 21, 2024
Dina Ibrahim's play is important and heartfelt, but never establishes a tight grip on the audience's emotions
by Gary Naylor - January 21, 2024
Dina Ibrahim's play is important and heartfelt, but never establishes a tight grip on the audience's emotions
THE FINELLIS MUSICAL Announces Cast for World-Premiere Production
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2024
Marjan Content Productions & Murphy's Law Productions have announced the cast of THE FINELLIS MUSICAL for its world premiere at Wonderville. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2024
Marjan Content Productions & Murphy's Law Productions have announced the cast of THE FINELLIS MUSICAL for its world premiere at Wonderville. Learn more here!
Review: BLOOD ON YOUR HANDS, Southwark Playhouse
by Cindy Marcolina - January 19, 2024
Directed by Anastasia Bunce, it’s knotty in parts and it partially loses its visual identity halfway through. The eloquent, physical interludes (by movement director Tessa Guerrero) that acted as scene changes and added an extra inch of inventiveness suddenly stop happening in favour of duller in-and-out moves in semi-darkness.
by Cindy Marcolina - January 19, 2024
Directed by Anastasia Bunce, it’s knotty in parts and it partially loses its visual identity halfway through. The eloquent, physical interludes (by movement director Tessa Guerrero) that acted as scene changes and added an extra inch of inventiveness suddenly stop happening in favour of duller in-and-out moves in semi-darkness.
Video: Go Inside Opening Night Of Cirque Du Soleil's ALEGRÍA At Royal Albert Hall
by Joshua Wright - January 19, 2024
Go inside Cirque du Soleil's 40th-anniversary celebrations last night at London's Royal Albert Hall with the European Premiere of Alegría – In A New Light, a creative revival of its iconic 1994 production that will run until 3 March 2024.
by Joshua Wright - January 19, 2024
Go inside Cirque du Soleil's 40th-anniversary celebrations last night at London's Royal Albert Hall with the European Premiere of Alegría – In A New Light, a creative revival of its iconic 1994 production that will run until 3 March 2024.
Full Cast Set for PLAYER KINGS Starring Ian McKellen, Toheeb Jimoh & Richard Coyle
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
IAN MCKELLEN, TOHEEB JIMOH & RICHARD COYLE star in Robert Icke's production of PLAYER KINGS, adapted from Shakespeare's Henry IV, Parts 1 & 2.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
IAN MCKELLEN, TOHEEB JIMOH & RICHARD COYLE star in Robert Icke's production of PLAYER KINGS, adapted from Shakespeare's Henry IV, Parts 1 & 2.
Review: LOOK BEHIND YOU, Theatre at the Tabard
by Gary Naylor - January 19, 2024
25 years on, Strut & Fret revive and update their backstage comedy to winning effect
by Gary Naylor - January 19, 2024
25 years on, Strut & Fret revive and update their backstage comedy to winning effect
Save up to 68% on EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE in London
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 19, 2024
Tickets from £15 for Everybody's Talking About Jamie at the Peacock Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 19, 2024
Tickets from £15 for Everybody's Talking About Jamie at the Peacock Theatre
Oliver Tompsett Will Join Eric McCormack in the Premiere of WILD ABOUT YOU at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
Oliver Tompsett will be joining Eric McCormack in the new musical in concert Wild About You, which is making its Worldwide Premiere at Theatre Royal Drury Lane this spring with a stellar cast.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
Oliver Tompsett will be joining Eric McCormack in the new musical in concert Wild About You, which is making its Worldwide Premiere at Theatre Royal Drury Lane this spring with a stellar cast.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS at the Rose Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
Rose Theatre and Children’s Theatre Partnership present the world premiere stage adaptation of the multi award-winning and best-selling children’s book The Boy at the Back of the Class, based on the novel by Onjali Q. Raúf, adapted by Nick Ahad and directed by Monique Touko. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
Rose Theatre and Children’s Theatre Partnership present the world premiere stage adaptation of the multi award-winning and best-selling children’s book The Boy at the Back of the Class, based on the novel by Onjali Q. Raúf, adapted by Nick Ahad and directed by Monique Touko. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!
Cast Set For MTFestUK 2024
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
This year, the festival will shine the spotlight on eight new musicals from 30 January to 11 February workshopped and presented in ‘sharing' sessions in both The Other Palace Studio and The Turbine Theatre. Learn more about the cast here!
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
This year, the festival will shine the spotlight on eight new musicals from 30 January to 11 February workshopped and presented in ‘sharing' sessions in both The Other Palace Studio and The Turbine Theatre. Learn more about the cast here!
Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - January 19, 2024
Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! See who was selected audience favourite in UK / West End!
by BWW Awards - January 19, 2024
Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! See who was selected audience favourite in UK / West End!
Photos: MACBETH Starring Ralph Fiennes & Indira Varma
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
New production photos have been released for MACBETH starring Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma. Check out the all new photos here!
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
New production photos have been released for MACBETH starring Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma. Check out the all new photos here!
WEST END LIVE Confirms 2024 Dates
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 19, 2024
West End LIVE has confirmed it will return to Trafalgar Square this summer.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 19, 2024
West End LIVE has confirmed it will return to Trafalgar Square this summer.
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