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Edouard Louis' Novella WHO KILLED MY FATHER Comes to Camden People's Theatre by BWW News Desk
- November 20, 2023 Édouard Louis' searing novella 'Who Killed My Father' explores the physical impact of political decisions through questions of class, masculinity, and homophobia. Don't miss the Winter London Premiere at Camden People's Theatre by Surrogate.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards by BWW Awards
- November 20, 2023 The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20 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!
Matinee Performance Added to Jamie Muscato's Solo Concert at Cadogan Hall by BWW News Desk
- November 20, 2023 De to popular demand, West End star JAMIE MUSCATO has added another performance to his live concert at Cadogan Hall on Sunday 21 July 2024 at 2:30pm. This matinee will be in addition to the sold out 6:30pm performance.
SUNSET BOULEVARD, VANYA, and More Win Big at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards; Full List of Winners! by BWW News Desk
- November 20, 2023 The Evening Standard Theatre Awards were held last night, November 19. Among the big winners this year were Sunset Boulevard, starring Nicole Scherzinger, as well as Jack Thorne's The Motive and the Cue, Andrew Scott for Vanya, and more. Check out the full list of winners here!
Carrie Hope Fletcher Will Embark on UK Concert Tour LOVE LETTERS in 2024 by BWW News Desk
- November 20, 2023 Following the huge success of her UK Concert Tour, 'An Open Book', actress, author, vlogger and award-winning West End sensation Carrie Hope Fletcher is heading out on a brand-new UK concert tour in 2024. CARRIE HOPE FLETCHER – LOVE LETTERS will play thirteen venues around the country, kicking off on 27 September.
Black Friday Deals: Save Up to 25% on Cirque du Soleil's ALEGRIA by Aliya Al-Hassan
- November 20, 2023 Step into the light in January 2024 with Cirque du Soleil’s most iconic production Alegria: In a New Light, playing at the Royal Albert Hall for a limited season. Now celebrating its 30th anniversary, this all-time classic has been reimagined for a new generation to fall in love with. It will whisk audiences away to a mystical world sprinkled with visual poetry and acrobatic extravagance.
Review: THE LIFE SPORADIC OF JESS WILDGOOSE, Pleasance London by Kat Mokrynski
- November 20, 2023 After seeing the Voloz Collective’s incredible production of The Man Who Thought He Knew Too Much at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this past August, I was looking forward to seeing their second show, The Life Sporadic of Jess Wildgoose, which was playing at Pleasance London as a part of their “Best of Edinburgh Season.”
Review: THE DANTE PROJECT, Royal Opera House by Louise Penn
- November 20, 2023 With a potent and varied score from Thomas Adès, vibrant choreography from Wayne McGregor, and intruguing design from Tacita Dean, The Dante Project captures the attention despite the assumption audiences know who's who in this revered Italian narrative poem.
The Dante Project is fierce yet tender, and the technical aspects are superb.
Review: THE SNOWMAN, Peacock Theatre by Christiana Rose
- November 20, 2023 Birmingham Rep's The Snowman is currently playing its 26th year at The Peacock Theatre, adapted from the charming 1978 picture book by Raymond Briggs and inspired by the 1982 film. The production markedly extends the story, with significant updates and beautifully directed by Dianne Jackson.
Sam Mendes' Theatre Artists Fund Launches Rollout Of £1.5m Two Year Pilot Programme by BWW News Desk
- November 20, 2023 Following the announcement in 2021 that Sam Mendes' Theatre Artists Fund would commence a two year pilot programme, investigating necessary support for mid-career artists by creating full time professional positions in arts organisations across the UK, the Fund has shared further details of the pilot programme.
Photos: Stars Arrive at the Opening of THE SNOWMAN at the Peacock Theatre by BWW News Desk
- November 19, 2023 Celebrity guests Ronnie Wood, Cressida Bonas, Adam Clayton, Julia Restoin-Roitfeld, and many more came to the opening of West End Show The Snowman, which had its press performance on Saturday afternoon, 18 November at Peacock Theatre. Check out the red carpet photos here!
Review: LOVETRAIN2020, EMANUEL GAT, Sadler's Wells by Matthew Paluch
- November 18, 2023 LOVETRAIN2020 by Emanuel Gat started promisingly: atmospheric lighting, shafts of layered space and glimpses of new romantic courtiers bedecked in asymmetrical, louche garbs.
Review: FLIP!, Soho Theatre by Christiana Rose
- November 18, 2023 Flip! is a high energy satire from acclaimed writer Racheal Ofori, directed by Emily Aboud. The play is a two-hander, matched in their dynamism and skill.
Review: LETTERS LIVE, Royal Albert Hall by Aliya Al-Hassan
- November 18, 2023 The unique event that is Letters Live returned to the Royal Albert Hall to celebrate its tenth anniversary on 16 November. Since December 2013, it has appeared from Wilderness Festival to a refugee camp in Calais, bringing the joy and wonder of the written word to audiences all over the world.
Review: LEILA NAVABI: COMPOSITION, Soho Theatre by Kat Mokrynski
- November 17, 2023 Directed by Luke Hereford, Leila Navabi: Composition is a musical comedy show in which Navabi talks and sings about the theme of identity and how it has played a role in her life, regardless of how much they try to avoid it. She is doing what she said she never wanted to do, all because of BBC Radio Wales.
Voting Opens for 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards by BWW Awards
- November 17, 2023 Voting is now open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Review: SUPERYOU, Lyric Theatre by Gary Naylor
- November 17, 2023 Empowering musical still has work to be done, but demonstrates its potential to captivate an audience
Photos: First Look at the New UK Tour Cast of WICKED by BWW News Desk
- November 17, 2023 All new photos have been released of the 2023/5 UK tour cast of Wicked, led by Laura Pick (Elphaba) and Sarah O’Connor (Glinda). Check out the photos here!
Dinner and A Show: CAFE KITTY, Underbelly Boulevard by Aliya Al-Hassan
- November 17, 2023 Underbelly Boulevard is the brand-new home for theatre, cabaret, variety and music in the heart of Soho. As a integral part of the venue, Cafe Kitty has opened as an excellent 100-cover restaurant, with a beautiful bar attached.