Open Call Casting Announced for Musical FANGIRLS
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 19, 2023
The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and Sonia Friedman Productions are looking for brilliant, charismatic, talented performers for the UK Premiere of smash-hit, multi award-winning musical phenomenon FANGIRLS via open call auditions that will take place on Saturday 27 and Monday 29 January 2024 at the Lyric.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 19, 2023
The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and Sonia Friedman Productions are looking for brilliant, charismatic, talented performers for the UK Premiere of smash-hit, multi award-winning musical phenomenon FANGIRLS via open call auditions that will take place on Saturday 27 and Monday 29 January 2024 at the Lyric.
Finalist Scripts Revealed For The Women's Prize For Playwriting 2023
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
The Women’s Prize for Playwriting, produced by Ellie Keel and Paines Plough, has announced the five finalist scripts for The Women’s Prize for Playwriting 2023, selected from 1,002 entries.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
The Women’s Prize for Playwriting, produced by Ellie Keel and Paines Plough, has announced the five finalist scripts for The Women’s Prize for Playwriting 2023, selected from 1,002 entries.
Review: TREVOR NELSON'S SOUL CHRISTMAS, Royal Albert Hall
by Mica Blackwell - December 19, 2023
Part of this year's star-studded Christmas at the Royal Albert Hall season, award-winning Radio 2 DJ and urban music pioneer Trevor Nelson returns with his third Soul Christmas concert. A smash hit since starting in 2019, Nelson brings in a mix of familiar faces and newcomers to this year's concert that adds a little funk to the holidays.
by Mica Blackwell - December 19, 2023
Part of this year's star-studded Christmas at the Royal Albert Hall season, award-winning Radio 2 DJ and urban music pioneer Trevor Nelson returns with his third Soul Christmas concert. A smash hit since starting in 2019, Nelson brings in a mix of familiar faces and newcomers to this year's concert that adds a little funk to the holidays.
Interview: 'There's a Lot of History in the Room With Me': Actor Luke Thallon of COLD WAR on the Importance of History and Heritage
by Kat Mokrynski - December 19, 2023
BroadwayWorld spoke with Luke Thallon, who plays Wiktor, a composer who falls in love with Zula, a singer. We discussed what it has been like to return to the Almeida Theatre, what it is like to be taking on a new adaptation and the importance of heritage in works of art like Cold War.
by Kat Mokrynski - December 19, 2023
BroadwayWorld spoke with Luke Thallon, who plays Wiktor, a composer who falls in love with Zula, a singer. We discussed what it has been like to return to the Almeida Theatre, what it is like to be taking on a new adaptation and the importance of heritage in works of art like Cold War.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
All new photos have been released from opening night of the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions' The Motive and the Cue at the Noel Coward Theatre, as well as the post-show party at The Crypt, St-Martins-in-the-Fields.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
All new photos have been released from opening night of the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions' The Motive and the Cue at the Noel Coward Theatre, as well as the post-show party at The Crypt, St-Martins-in-the-Fields.
Podcast Review: LOVE, CONDITIONALLY, Play Inside
by Cheryl Markosky - December 19, 2023
Play Inside’s Love, Conditionally – a new, immersive, series of short (around 15 minutes) audio recordings made in the UK and Palestine – is made with interactive listeners in mind.
by Cheryl Markosky - December 19, 2023
Play Inside’s Love, Conditionally – a new, immersive, series of short (around 15 minutes) audio recordings made in the UK and Palestine – is made with interactive listeners in mind.
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 Will Transfer to the West End
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
Following its critically acclaimed UK tour, The Merchant of Venice 1936 transfers to London’s West End for a limited season at the Criterion Theatre, from 15 February – 23 March.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
Following its critically acclaimed UK tour, The Merchant of Venice 1936 transfers to London’s West End for a limited season at the Criterion Theatre, from 15 February – 23 March.
Casting Announced for RSC'S BEN AND IMO, written by Mark Ravenhill
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 19, 2023
Samuel Barnett and Victoria Yeates will make their Royal Shakespeare Company debuts to play, respectively, Benjamin Britten and Imogen Holst in the Company’s forthcoming production of Ben and Imo, written by Mark Ravenhill and directed by Erica Whyman.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 19, 2023
Samuel Barnett and Victoria Yeates will make their Royal Shakespeare Company debuts to play, respectively, Benjamin Britten and Imogen Holst in the Company’s forthcoming production of Ben and Imo, written by Mark Ravenhill and directed by Erica Whyman.
Greenwich Dance Reveals Legacy Plans Ahead of Closure
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
Greenwich Dance has announced plans for the continuation of its activity that supports communities and artists, through other organisations.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
Greenwich Dance has announced plans for the continuation of its activity that supports communities and artists, through other organisations.
THE LITTLE BIG THINGS West End Cast Recording Will Be Released Next Month
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
Following The Little Big Things performance of The World Is Waiting on The Royal Variety Performance on Sunday night, the critically acclaimed new British musical, based on the Sunday Times best-selling memoir by Henry Fraser, will released a West End cast album on Friday 5 January 2024.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
Following The Little Big Things performance of The World Is Waiting on The Royal Variety Performance on Sunday night, the critically acclaimed new British musical, based on the Sunday Times best-selling memoir by Henry Fraser, will released a West End cast album on Friday 5 January 2024.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For KIM'S CONVENIENCE at the Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
All new rehearsal photos have been released from Kim’s Convenience at the Park Theatre. Ins Choi’s award-winning play opens for its UK Premiere in January, running from 8 Jan to 10 Feb 2024. Check out the photos here!
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2023
All new rehearsal photos have been released from Kim’s Convenience at the Park Theatre. Ins Choi’s award-winning play opens for its UK Premiere in January, running from 8 Jan to 10 Feb 2024. Check out the photos here!
Review: THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE, Noël Coward Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - December 19, 2023
Jack Thorne gives his audience a backstage pass in his new play, which has now transferred to the West End after a stellar run at the National Theatre. Helmed by Sam Mendes and starring all the original cast: Johnny Flynn as Burton, Mark Gatiss as Gielgud, and Tuppence Middleton as Elizabeth Taylor. Their roaring, gripping success continues.
by Cindy Marcolina - December 19, 2023
Jack Thorne gives his audience a backstage pass in his new play, which has now transferred to the West End after a stellar run at the National Theatre. Helmed by Sam Mendes and starring all the original cast: Johnny Flynn as Burton, Mark Gatiss as Gielgud, and Tuppence Middleton as Elizabeth Taylor. Their roaring, gripping success continues.
Show of the Week: Save up to 18% on HAMILTON!
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 19, 2023
Hamilton is the story of America’s Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and helped shape the very foundations of the America we know today. Get tickets from £27.50
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 19, 2023
Hamilton is the story of America’s Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and helped shape the very foundations of the America we know today. Get tickets from £27.50
2 Weeks Left to Vote for the BWW UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - December 18, 2023
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18 for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - December 18, 2023
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18 for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Sky Arts Reveals Lineup of Musicals to Be Broadcast This Festive Season
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2023
Sky Arts has revealed its lineup of upcoming musical being broadcast this holiday season. Learn more about the full lineup here!
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2023
Sky Arts has revealed its lineup of upcoming musical being broadcast this holiday season. Learn more about the full lineup here!
SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE Live in Concert Comes to London Royal Festival Hall
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2023
Following on from a sold out UK tour earlier this year, the Academy Award winning film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, is set to be performed Live in Concert at a special matinee performance in February 2024 at London's Royal Festival Hall.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2023
Following on from a sold out UK tour earlier this year, the Academy Award winning film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, is set to be performed Live in Concert at a special matinee performance in February 2024 at London's Royal Festival Hall.
Video: Inside Rehearsal For HADESTOWN in the West End
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2023
Rehearsals are now underway for Hadestown in the West End! Performances of Hadestown in London begin on 10 February at the Lyric Theatre. Check out a video from the first rehearsal here!
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2023
Rehearsals are now underway for Hadestown in the West End! Performances of Hadestown in London begin on 10 February at the Lyric Theatre. Check out a video from the first rehearsal here!
Guest Blog: 'Theatre is a Powerful, Collaborative Art Form': Director Vicky Moran on Accessibility, Underrepresentation and her Latest Play, £1 THURSDAYS
by Guest Author - December 18, 2023
When I read £1 Thursdays by Kat Rose-Martin, I was immediately drawn to the first thing in the script which says ‘none of the characters should be presented as rough. They graft and have it hard but they take pride in who they are. Swearing is a part of their everyday language and should be treat as so’. I loved this.
by Guest Author - December 18, 2023
When I read £1 Thursdays by Kat Rose-Martin, I was immediately drawn to the first thing in the script which says ‘none of the characters should be presented as rough. They graft and have it hard but they take pride in who they are. Swearing is a part of their everyday language and should be treat as so’. I loved this.
The Almeida Theatre Reveals Full Cast For Yaël Farber's Production of KING LEAR
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2023
The Almeida Theatre has announced the full cast of Yaël Farber’s production of King Lear. Performances run Thursday 8 February – Saturday 30 March 2024. Learn more about who is appearing in the show here!
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2023
The Almeida Theatre has announced the full cast of Yaël Farber’s production of King Lear. Performances run Thursday 8 February – Saturday 30 March 2024. Learn more about who is appearing in the show here!
Tickets From Just £18 for Spymonkey's THE FROGS
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 18, 2023
Tickets from just £18 for Spymonkey's The Frogs-Spymonkey’s tragically funny attempt to pull off a classic Greek comedy.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 18, 2023
Tickets from just £18 for Spymonkey's The Frogs-Spymonkey’s tragically funny attempt to pull off a classic Greek comedy.
Interview: 'This Show is for Anyone Who Has Ever Wanted to Celebrate the Festive Season in Their Own Way': Ginger Johnson on GINGER ALL THE WAY! at Soho Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - December 18, 2023
Ginger Johnson, the recent winner of series five of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, is currently at the Soho Theatre “for a wild night in by the festive fireside” with her new show, Ginger All the Way!, which will include a range of Christmas classics done in a camp fashion with “more ham than a boxing day buffet.”
by Kat Mokrynski - December 18, 2023
Ginger Johnson, the recent winner of series five of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, is currently at the Soho Theatre “for a wild night in by the festive fireside” with her new show, Ginger All the Way!, which will include a range of Christmas classics done in a camp fashion with “more ham than a boxing day buffet.”
James Acaster Included in New Shows Announced for Hackney Empire in 2024
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 18, 2023
Artistic Director Yamin Choudury and the whole team at Hackney Empire have announced details of some of the shows and events now on sale for 2024, including comedy, music, spoken word, live podcasts, youth talent shows, charity galas, and youth focussed provision, as part of the Creative Futures programme.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 18, 2023
Artistic Director Yamin Choudury and the whole team at Hackney Empire have announced details of some of the shows and events now on sale for 2024, including comedy, music, spoken word, live podcasts, youth talent shows, charity galas, and youth focussed provision, as part of the Creative Futures programme.
Dates Set For UK Tour of OH WHAT A LOVELY WAR
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2023
The 2024 tour dates have been announced for Blackeyed Theatre’s critically acclaimed revival of Oh What a Lovely War. Learn more about how to catch the show in a city near you!
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2023
The 2024 tour dates have been announced for Blackeyed Theatre’s critically acclaimed revival of Oh What a Lovely War. Learn more about how to catch the show in a city near you!
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For Spymonkey's THE FROGS
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 18, 2023
Rehearsal photos have been released of leading physical comedy ensemble company Spymonkey for their latest Made in Northampton co-production, The Frogs, which premieres on the Royal stage from Friday 19 January to Saturday 3 February.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 18, 2023
Rehearsal photos have been released of leading physical comedy ensemble company Spymonkey for their latest Made in Northampton co-production, The Frogs, which premieres on the Royal stage from Friday 19 January to Saturday 3 February.
Review: THE HOUSE WITH CHICKEN LEGS, Royal Festival Hall
by Franco Milazzo - December 18, 2023
Any new show from Les Enfants Terribles arrives with high expectations. Their hugely imaginative approach to theatre has seen them take wellknown children's tales and turn them into immersive promenade adventures like the deliciously gruesome (and gruesomely delicious) Dinner With The Twits and 2015’s twisted fantasy Alice Underground which is being revived next year.
by Franco Milazzo - December 18, 2023
Any new show from Les Enfants Terribles arrives with high expectations. Their hugely imaginative approach to theatre has seen them take wellknown children's tales and turn them into immersive promenade adventures like the deliciously gruesome (and gruesomely delicious) Dinner With The Twits and 2015’s twisted fantasy Alice Underground which is being revived next year.
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