Imelda Staunton: Indhu Rubasingham is "the Right Person for the Job"
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 13, 2023
Actor Imelda Staunton has said that Indhu Rubasingham is the right person for the job, as it was announced that Rubasingham will be The National Theatre's first female artistic director in its 60-year history and the first person of colour to take on the role.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 13, 2023
Actor Imelda Staunton has said that Indhu Rubasingham is the right person for the job, as it was announced that Rubasingham will be The National Theatre's first female artistic director in its 60-year history and the first person of colour to take on the role.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Concert Starring Ramin Karimloo and Michelle Visage Adds Matinee Performance
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2023
A matinee performance has been added for the concert performance of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, A Musical Comedy at the London Palladium. The new performance has been added on Tuesday 13 February at 3pm due to demand.
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2023
A matinee performance has been added for the concert performance of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, A Musical Comedy at the London Palladium. The new performance has been added on Tuesday 13 February at 3pm due to demand.
Review: WICKED, Edinburgh Playhouse
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 13, 2023
Launching its latest UK tour, Wicked is casting its magical spell on audiences once again. The enchantment begins at the Edinburgh Playhouse, with a glorious 5-week run from Thursday, 7th December 2023, to Sunday, 14th January 2024, at this iconic Scottish theatre. This essential musical provides an unforgettable experience in the heart of Edinburgh.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 13, 2023
Launching its latest UK tour, Wicked is casting its magical spell on audiences once again. The enchantment begins at the Edinburgh Playhouse, with a glorious 5-week run from Thursday, 7th December 2023, to Sunday, 14th January 2024, at this iconic Scottish theatre. This essential musical provides an unforgettable experience in the heart of Edinburgh.
Review: 21 ROUND FOR CHRISTMAS, Park Theatre
by Christiana Rose - December 13, 2023
Christmas can often be a time for reflection, be it unwanted or unexpected. For poor put-upon Tracy, the breathing space of the festive period allows her to consider life, pondering who and what is important truly at this point of her life.
by Christiana Rose - December 13, 2023
Christmas can often be a time for reflection, be it unwanted or unexpected. For poor put-upon Tracy, the breathing space of the festive period allows her to consider life, pondering who and what is important truly at this point of her life.
Indhu Rubasingham Appointed Director of the National Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 13, 2023
The National Theatre has announced the appointment of Indhu Rubasingham as the next Director and Joint Chief Executive of the National Theatre.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 13, 2023
The National Theatre has announced the appointment of Indhu Rubasingham as the next Director and Joint Chief Executive of the National Theatre.
Review: PHANTOM PEAK: WINTERMAS, London
by Franco Milazzo - December 12, 2023
The latest season of this immersive experience gives us the chance to jump aboard Operation Frostbite, drink some seasonal cocktails and find out about the jolly rotund fellow walking around who is definitely not being mysterious. And just what does this all have to do with the evil Dr Winter’s attempts to bring down Father Platmas?
by Franco Milazzo - December 12, 2023
The latest season of this immersive experience gives us the chance to jump aboard Operation Frostbite, drink some seasonal cocktails and find out about the jolly rotund fellow walking around who is definitely not being mysterious. And just what does this all have to do with the evil Dr Winter’s attempts to bring down Father Platmas?
Bush Theatre Launches New Emerging Writers Group and a New Literary Team
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
The Bush Theatre has announced a change to its Literary team along with the new members of its 2023 Emerging Writers Group (EWG). This year's cohort will be Kaleya Baxe, Yasmine Dankwah, Aaron Kilercioglu, Lare Ofeyusi, Mwansa Phiri, Tanya Shamil.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
The Bush Theatre has announced a change to its Literary team along with the new members of its 2023 Emerging Writers Group (EWG). This year's cohort will be Kaleya Baxe, Yasmine Dankwah, Aaron Kilercioglu, Lare Ofeyusi, Mwansa Phiri, Tanya Shamil.
Interview: 'It's Definitely an Art Form': Choreographer Alison Faulk on Channing Tatum, Female Empowerment and Self Expression in MAGIC MIKE LIVE
by Kat Mokrynski - December 12, 2023
Recently we had the opportunity to talk with Alison Faulk, the choreographer for not only Magic Mike Live but the Magic Mike movies as well! We discussed how she first fell in love with dance, what it is like to choreograph with a team, and what the creative process is like for something so interactive like Magic Mike Live.
by Kat Mokrynski - December 12, 2023
Recently we had the opportunity to talk with Alison Faulk, the choreographer for not only Magic Mike Live but the Magic Mike movies as well! We discussed how she first fell in love with dance, what it is like to choreograph with a team, and what the creative process is like for something so interactive like Magic Mike Live.
Gingerline's THE GRAND EXPEDITION: THE INCREDIBLE EDIBLE JOURNEY: Tickets Now on Sale!
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2023
Gingerline, pioneers of the underground, immersive dining scene, will celebrate their homecoming and first show in London since 2019 with The Grand Expedition: The Incredible Edible Journey, opening in February 2024 in an undisclosed central London location.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2023
Gingerline, pioneers of the underground, immersive dining scene, will celebrate their homecoming and first show in London since 2019 with The Grand Expedition: The Incredible Edible Journey, opening in February 2024 in an undisclosed central London location.
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Announces Seventh West End Extension
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2023
Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical has extended its West End run for the seventh time until 22 September 2024.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2023
Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical has extended its West End run for the seventh time until 22 September 2024.
James Dacre Launches New Company - Living Productions
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Following a celebrated decade as Artistic Director at Royal & Derngate, James Dacre has announced the launch of a new production company – LIVING PRODUCTIONS – which will champion exceptional writers, composers, actors and creatives by developing and producing their work.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Following a celebrated decade as Artistic Director at Royal & Derngate, James Dacre has announced the launch of a new production company – LIVING PRODUCTIONS – which will champion exceptional writers, composers, actors and creatives by developing and producing their work.
Review: HIGH SOCIETY, The Mill At Sonning
by Mickey-Jo Boucher - December 12, 2023
As households around the country begin to plan their festive feasts, the delightful Mill at Sonning in Berkshire already has theirs well in hand.
by Mickey-Jo Boucher - December 12, 2023
As households around the country begin to plan their festive feasts, the delightful Mill at Sonning in Berkshire already has theirs well in hand.
Photos/Video: First Look at the UK Premiere of BHANGRA NATION at Birmingham Rep; Cast Revealed!
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Casting has been announced for the UK Premiere of Bhangra Nation – A New Musical, presented by Birmingham Rep in association with Mara Isaacs, Tom Kirdahy and Peggy Koenig. Plus, check out all new photos and video here!
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Casting has been announced for the UK Premiere of Bhangra Nation – A New Musical, presented by Birmingham Rep in association with Mara Isaacs, Tom Kirdahy and Peggy Koenig. Plus, check out all new photos and video here!
New Diorama Theatre Spring 2024 Season Announced
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2023
2024 kicks off at New Diorama with a season co-programmed by incoming Artistic Director, Bec Martin, and outgoing Artistic director David Byrne.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2023
2024 kicks off at New Diorama with a season co-programmed by incoming Artistic Director, Bec Martin, and outgoing Artistic director David Byrne.
Save up to 50% on THE TIME MACHINE at the Park Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2023
H G Wells’ 'comic' deadly serious masterpiece will never be the same again as this hapless highly skilled group of actors embark on a journey of a lifetime!
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2023
H G Wells’ 'comic' deadly serious masterpiece will never be the same again as this hapless highly skilled group of actors embark on a journey of a lifetime!
Kaleidoscope Festival Returns to the Alexandra Palace in July
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Alexandra Palace's very own festival Kaleidoscope Festival will be back on Saturday 13 July 2024 with tickets on sale from midday today.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Alexandra Palace's very own festival Kaleidoscope Festival will be back on Saturday 13 July 2024 with tickets on sale from midday today.
Review: PANDEMONIUM, Soho Theatre, W1
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2023
Armando Iannucci’s name carries great clout; as well as comedy and Dickens, shows such as The Thick Of It and Veep have secured his status as one of our great political satirists, yet until now he has never written anything for the stage. If anyone can skewer the madness of the last few years, it is surely Iannucci. Well, it seems not.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2023
Armando Iannucci’s name carries great clout; as well as comedy and Dickens, shows such as The Thick Of It and Veep have secured his status as one of our great political satirists, yet until now he has never written anything for the stage. If anyone can skewer the madness of the last few years, it is surely Iannucci. Well, it seems not.
West End Leading Man Jon Robyns Will Perform First Ever Solo Concert Next Year
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
The West End’s leading man Jon Robyns, star of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom Of The Opera, will appear in his first ever solo concert at His Majesty’s Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
The West End’s leading man Jon Robyns, star of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom Of The Opera, will appear in his first ever solo concert at His Majesty’s Theatre.
ASSEMBLY HALL Comes to Sadler's Wells Theatre in March
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Kidd Pivot returns to Sadler's Wells Theatre in March 2024 with the UK premiere of Assembly Hall, created by Sadler's Wells Associate Artist Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Kidd Pivot returns to Sadler's Wells Theatre in March 2024 with the UK premiere of Assembly Hall, created by Sadler's Wells Associate Artist Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young.
Pixie Lott and Killian Donnelly Will Lead 10th Anniversary Concert of MADE IN DAGENHAM
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Pixie Lott and Killian Donnelly will lead the cast of the 10th Anniversary Concert of MADE IN DAGENHAM at the London Palladium on Saturday 16 March 2024. Learn more about the concert and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Pixie Lott and Killian Donnelly will lead the cast of the 10th Anniversary Concert of MADE IN DAGENHAM at the London Palladium on Saturday 16 March 2024. Learn more about the concert and how to get tickets here!
Review: ONE NIGHT, LONG AGO, 100 Petty France
by Franco Milazzo - December 12, 2023
From two associate directors of Punchdrunk, One Night, Long Ago is an evocative walk through a mind palace which reveals more and more as the journey continues. With an audience of only 15 for each show in the venue used for Swamp Motel’s immersive show Saint Jude earlier this year, it’s a setting which builds in intimacy right from the off.
by Franco Milazzo - December 12, 2023
From two associate directors of Punchdrunk, One Night, Long Ago is an evocative walk through a mind palace which reveals more and more as the journey continues. With an audience of only 15 for each show in the venue used for Swamp Motel’s immersive show Saint Jude earlier this year, it’s a setting which builds in intimacy right from the off.
Felicity Huffman Will Make Her UK Stage Debut in the Revival of HIR at the Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Multi award-winning actress Felicity Huffman, renowned for her roles in the 2005 film Transamerica and international hit television series Desperate Housewives, makes her UK stage debut in the revival of Hir, an explosive comedy by Taylor Mac opening at Park Theatre in 2024.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Multi award-winning actress Felicity Huffman, renowned for her roles in the 2005 film Transamerica and international hit television series Desperate Housewives, makes her UK stage debut in the revival of Hir, an explosive comedy by Taylor Mac opening at Park Theatre in 2024.
National Youth Theatre Will Host First Days Gala 2024 in February
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Audiences are invited to join the stars of today to support the talent of tomorrow as National Youth Theatre (NYT) announce the 2024 First Days Gala, taking place at The Roundhouse, London on Wednesday 7 February 2024.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Audiences are invited to join the stars of today to support the talent of tomorrow as National Youth Theatre (NYT) announce the 2024 First Days Gala, taking place at The Roundhouse, London on Wednesday 7 February 2024.
Video: Mica Paris & Maiya Quansah-Breed Sing 'Museum of Loss' From REHAB THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2023
Get a first look at soul legend Mica Paris and Maiya Quansah-Breed singing 'MUSEUM OF LOSS' from Rehab the Musical. Watch the video ahead of its transfer to a new West End venue.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2023
Get a first look at soul legend Mica Paris and Maiya Quansah-Breed singing 'MUSEUM OF LOSS' from Rehab the Musical. Watch the video ahead of its transfer to a new West End venue.
Photos/Video: First Look at the UK and Ireland Tour of I SHOULD BE SO LUCKY
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2023
An all new trailer and photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the Stock Aitken Waterman musical I SHOULD BE SO LUCKY. Check out the photos and video here!
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2023
An all new trailer and photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the Stock Aitken Waterman musical I SHOULD BE SO LUCKY. Check out the photos and video here!
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