Parabolic Theatre Launches Theatre Gaming Experience BRIDGE COMMAND
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2023
Fusing the latest gaming technology with live theatre, Bridge Command, developed by leading interactive theatre company Parabolic, will challenge the public to become the Bridge crew of a fully functioning starship where they must work together to defend humanity from disaster when the experience opens its doors in London next year.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2023
Fusing the latest gaming technology with live theatre, Bridge Command, developed by leading interactive theatre company Parabolic, will challenge the public to become the Bridge crew of a fully functioning starship where they must work together to defend humanity from disaster when the experience opens its doors in London next year.
THE LITTLE BIG THINGS Will Release Exclusive Cast Recording
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2023
The critically acclaimed new British musical The Little Big Things - based on the Sunday Times best-selling memoir by Henry Fraser - is to release an official West End cast recording.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2023
The critically acclaimed new British musical The Little Big Things - based on the Sunday Times best-selling memoir by Henry Fraser - is to release an official West End cast recording.
Photo: First Look at Lauren Drew in the Title Role of LIZZIE The Musical at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2023
London performances of true crime punk rock musical LIZZIE the Musical start tonight at Southwark Playhouse Elephant. Check out the gory new photo of Lauren Drew as infamous Lizzie Borden. Rage! Sex! Betrayal & BLOODY MURDER!
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2023
London performances of true crime punk rock musical LIZZIE the Musical start tonight at Southwark Playhouse Elephant. Check out the gory new photo of Lauren Drew as infamous Lizzie Borden. Rage! Sex! Betrayal & BLOODY MURDER!
Review: LYONESSE, Harold Pinter Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 26, 2023
Lily James and Kristin Scott Thomas were last seen together on screen in Ben Wheatley’s 2020 Daphne du Maurier adaptation of Rebecca. They now reunite in Penelope Skinner’s brand new play Lyonesse about a reclusive actress who is planning a movie comeback. With the brilliant Ian Rickson directing, we should be in safe hands. Unfortunately, even with their collective talent and star power, it is hard to rescue this confused and untidy play.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 26, 2023
Lily James and Kristin Scott Thomas were last seen together on screen in Ben Wheatley’s 2020 Daphne du Maurier adaptation of Rebecca. They now reunite in Penelope Skinner’s brand new play Lyonesse about a reclusive actress who is planning a movie comeback. With the brilliant Ian Rickson directing, we should be in safe hands. Unfortunately, even with their collective talent and star power, it is hard to rescue this confused and untidy play.
Photos: First Look At MANIC STREET CREATURE By Maimuna Memon at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
After a barnstorming and sell-out world premiere run at Edinburgh Fringe 2022, the multi -award winning Manic Street Creature by Maimuna Memon (Standing at The Sky’s Edge, Electrolyte) makes its London debut at Southwark Playhouse Borough during October and November.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
After a barnstorming and sell-out world premiere run at Edinburgh Fringe 2022, the multi -award winning Manic Street Creature by Maimuna Memon (Standing at The Sky’s Edge, Electrolyte) makes its London debut at Southwark Playhouse Borough during October and November.
Wayne McGregor's THE DANTE PROJECT Returns to Covent Garden Next Month
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
This November, The Dante Project returns to the Royal Opera House. Created by Resident Choreographer of The Royal Ballet Wayne McGregor, the work opened to critical acclaim in 2021 and now receives its much-anticipated first revival.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
This November, The Dante Project returns to the Royal Opera House. Created by Resident Choreographer of The Royal Ballet Wayne McGregor, the work opened to critical acclaim in 2021 and now receives its much-anticipated first revival.
'You Will Have to Forge Your Own Path': Sir Tim Rice on His New BBC Maestro's WRITING AND PERFORMING MUSICAL THEATRE Course
by Kat Mokrynski - October 25, 2023
Do you have a love for musical theatre? Have you ever wanted to learn how to write your own show? Well, look no further. Sir Tim Rice, the iconic lyricist and author behind hits like Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, The Lion King, and Beauty and the Beast has released a 23-lesson-long course with BBC Maestro to teach you how!
by Kat Mokrynski - October 25, 2023
Do you have a love for musical theatre? Have you ever wanted to learn how to write your own show? Well, look no further. Sir Tim Rice, the iconic lyricist and author behind hits like Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, The Lion King, and Beauty and the Beast has released a 23-lesson-long course with BBC Maestro to teach you how!
Review: CLUB KABARETT, Underbelly Boulevard
by Franco Milazzo - October 25, 2023
A renowned London cabaret venue re-opens with a spectacular display of hair-hanging, fire swords and pole dancing.
by Franco Milazzo - October 25, 2023
A renowned London cabaret venue re-opens with a spectacular display of hair-hanging, fire swords and pole dancing.
Guest Blog: 'We Have So Much More to Say': Writer Louis Rembges on the Importance of Queer History Beyond the 80s and His New Play ON RAILTON ROAD
by Guest Author - October 25, 2023
All history is cyclical, it’s not just Tory prejudice we’re facing and when you chop the head off a hydra, only two grow back.
by Guest Author - October 25, 2023
All history is cyclical, it’s not just Tory prejudice we’re facing and when you chop the head off a hydra, only two grow back.
BBC Symphony Orchestra and BBC Philharmonic Appoint New Directors
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 25, 2023
Following a very competitive recruitment process, Bill Chandler has been appointed Director of the BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus and Adam Szabo has been appointed Director of the BBC Philharmonic.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 25, 2023
Following a very competitive recruitment process, Bill Chandler has been appointed Director of the BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus and Adam Szabo has been appointed Director of the BBC Philharmonic.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, Plus Discounted Ticket Initiative Launched!
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
Ahead of previews starting on 17 November at the Phoenix Theatre, Stranger Things: The First Shadow has launched the Shadow Seats ticket initiative in an exclusive partnership with TodayTix, offering £19.59 seats for every performance across the run. Plus, check out all new rehearsal photos!
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
Ahead of previews starting on 17 November at the Phoenix Theatre, Stranger Things: The First Shadow has launched the Shadow Seats ticket initiative in an exclusive partnership with TodayTix, offering £19.59 seats for every performance across the run. Plus, check out all new rehearsal photos!
Bec Martin Revealed as Artistic Director and CEO of New Diorama Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
London's New Diorama Theatre, one of the UK's most significant agenda-setting independent theatre studios, has announced award winning director and programmer Bec Martin as its next Artistic Director and Chief Executive Officer.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
London's New Diorama Theatre, one of the UK's most significant agenda-setting independent theatre studios, has announced award winning director and programmer Bec Martin as its next Artistic Director and Chief Executive Officer.
St John's Smith Square Reveals Christmas Festival Lineup For 2023
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
In addition to beautiful festive music including Bach and Schubert, and guest artists including Polyphony and the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, the iconic hall at St John’s Smith Square will be decked in Christmas decorations, and mulled wine and mince pies will be sold in The Footstool Café for a Christmas to remember.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
In addition to beautiful festive music including Bach and Schubert, and guest artists including Polyphony and the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, the iconic hall at St John’s Smith Square will be decked in Christmas decorations, and mulled wine and mince pies will be sold in The Footstool Café for a Christmas to remember.
New Cast Set For The UK Tour Of 2:22 A GHOST STORY
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
The new cast has been revealed for the UK tour of Danny Robins' edge-of-your-seat, supernatural thriller 2:22 - A Ghost Story. Find out who is starring in the show here!
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
The new cast has been revealed for the UK tour of Danny Robins' edge-of-your-seat, supernatural thriller 2:22 - A Ghost Story. Find out who is starring in the show here!
West End Production of GREASE Will Tour the UK and Ireland From April 2024
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
After incredibly successful summer seasons in 2022 and 2023; Jim Jacobs & Warren Casey's iconic musical GREASE will tour the UK and Ireland in 2024. GREASE is directed by Nikolai Foster and choreographed by Arlene Phillips.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2023
After incredibly successful summer seasons in 2022 and 2023; Jim Jacobs & Warren Casey's iconic musical GREASE will tour the UK and Ireland in 2024. GREASE is directed by Nikolai Foster and choreographed by Arlene Phillips.
Tickets From £27 for LONG DAY'S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT, Starring Brian Cox
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 25, 2023
Tickets from £27 for Long Day's Journey Into Night. The Emmy, Golden Globe and Olivier award-winning actor Brian Cox, makes his return to the London stage in Spring 2024.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 25, 2023
Tickets from £27 for Long Day's Journey Into Night. The Emmy, Golden Globe and Olivier award-winning actor Brian Cox, makes his return to the London stage in Spring 2024.
Review: I, DANIEL BLAKE, Stratford East
by Cindy Marcolina - October 25, 2023
I, Daniel Blake was the film on everybody’s lips in 2016. Written by Paul Laverty and directed by Ken Loach, it saw a man from Newcastle having to fight the system tooth and nail to receive Employment and Support Allowance after a heart attack. It’s a political, heartbreaking, life-affirming movie that angered politicians and validated the common people. Adapted by Dave Johns - who played Daniel Blake on screen - the stage show is equally powerful, but imperfect.
by Cindy Marcolina - October 25, 2023
I, Daniel Blake was the film on everybody’s lips in 2016. Written by Paul Laverty and directed by Ken Loach, it saw a man from Newcastle having to fight the system tooth and nail to receive Employment and Support Allowance after a heart attack. It’s a political, heartbreaking, life-affirming movie that angered politicians and validated the common people. Adapted by Dave Johns - who played Daniel Blake on screen - the stage show is equally powerful, but imperfect.
Review: CLYDE'S, Donmar Warehouse
by Alexander Cohen - October 25, 2023
In amongst a crowded genre Lynn Nottage’s 2021 Clyde’s, making its European premiere at the cosy Donmar Theatre, stands out by doing what theatre does best. Stirring the soul with heart wrenching intimacy.
by Alexander Cohen - October 25, 2023
In amongst a crowded genre Lynn Nottage’s 2021 Clyde’s, making its European premiere at the cosy Donmar Theatre, stands out by doing what theatre does best. Stirring the soul with heart wrenching intimacy.
Review: LA TRAVIATA, London Coliseum
by Franco Milazzo - October 24, 2023
Much shorter than Richard Eyre’s three-hour plus version for the ROH, Peter Konwitschny’s La Traviata perhaps should be renamed La Trav or L’ Abbreviata. Its breathless sprint over 105 uninterrupted minutes takes more than it gives but there’s an admirable boldness to it all.
by Franco Milazzo - October 24, 2023
Much shorter than Richard Eyre’s three-hour plus version for the ROH, Peter Konwitschny’s La Traviata perhaps should be renamed La Trav or L’ Abbreviata. Its breathless sprint over 105 uninterrupted minutes takes more than it gives but there’s an admirable boldness to it all.
Review: THE CONFESSIONS, National Theatre
by Gary Naylor - October 24, 2023
A unique production from a unique playwright / director has its faults, but far outweighs them with its warm truths and redemptive conclusion
by Gary Naylor - October 24, 2023
A unique production from a unique playwright / director has its faults, but far outweighs them with its warm truths and redemptive conclusion
Director Monique Touko on Nostalgia and Young Talent in Reviving DAYS OF SIGNIFICANCE at Guildhall
by Guest Author - October 24, 2023
This October, Monique Touko will direct Roy Williams’ Days of Significance at Milton Court Studio Theatre, with Guildhall School actors in the title roles. She spoke to BroadwayWorld about bringing the play to life at Guildhall drama school.
by Guest Author - October 24, 2023
This October, Monique Touko will direct Roy Williams’ Days of Significance at Milton Court Studio Theatre, with Guildhall School actors in the title roles. She spoke to BroadwayWorld about bringing the play to life at Guildhall drama school.
Photos: First Look at the UK Tour of PRETTY WOMAN THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2023
All new production photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, currently playing at the Birmingham Alexandra Theatre until Saturday 28 October.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2023
All new production photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, currently playing at the Birmingham Alexandra Theatre until Saturday 28 October.
Solomon's Knot Opens Wigmore Hall's Christmas Season With Bach's MAGNIFICAT
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2023
Solomon's Knot will open the Christmas Season at London's Wigmore Hall on Thursday 7 December, 2023 performing Johann Sebastian Bach's Magnificat, 300 years after the work was premièred by the composer in Leipzig, on Christmas Day, 1723.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2023
Solomon's Knot will open the Christmas Season at London's Wigmore Hall on Thursday 7 December, 2023 performing Johann Sebastian Bach's Magnificat, 300 years after the work was premièred by the composer in Leipzig, on Christmas Day, 1723.
Cast Announced for Swamp Motel's VELVET PINES
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 24, 2023
This November, ground-breaking immersive entertainment company Swamp Motel is back, with a completely original immersive dining concept – Velvet Pines – which promises guests a fun-filled evening of mouth-watering dishes, full throttle cabaret, beautiful immersive design, and brilliant entertainment for the ultimate festive party, running from 7 November - 23 December.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 24, 2023
This November, ground-breaking immersive entertainment company Swamp Motel is back, with a completely original immersive dining concept – Velvet Pines – which promises guests a fun-filled evening of mouth-watering dishes, full throttle cabaret, beautiful immersive design, and brilliant entertainment for the ultimate festive party, running from 7 November - 23 December.
THE MONGOL KHAN Stage Production Launches Graphic Novel
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2023
A graphic novel version will be released of the stage show, The Mongol Khan, playing at London's Coliseum November 17 - December 2, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2023
A graphic novel version will be released of the stage show, The Mongol Khan, playing at London's Coliseum November 17 - December 2, 2023.
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