Photos: First Look at CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2023
Production photos from the new production of Calendar Girls the Musical have been released. Written by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth, the cast includes recent stars from Coronation Street and EastEnders (Amy Robbins and Tanya Franks), three recording stars whose hit records have approached nearly 70 million in sales (Lyn Paul with The New Seekers, Maureen Nolan with The Nolans and musical theatre star Marti Webb), the co-star of one of TV’s most popular series of the last twenty years (Honeysuckle Weeks of Foyles War), and Paula Tappenden star of Blood Brothers.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2023
Production photos from the new production of Calendar Girls the Musical have been released. Written by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth, the cast includes recent stars from Coronation Street and EastEnders (Amy Robbins and Tanya Franks), three recording stars whose hit records have approached nearly 70 million in sales (Lyn Paul with The New Seekers, Maureen Nolan with The Nolans and musical theatre star Marti Webb), the co-star of one of TV’s most popular series of the last twenty years (Honeysuckle Weeks of Foyles War), and Paula Tappenden star of Blood Brothers.
Brian Cox to Join BBC Maestro's Online Platform
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2023
Globally renowned actor Brian Cox is the latest name set to join BBC Maestro’s online platform of world-class experts. His course, Acting, will shine a spotlight on how to deliver award-winning performances, capture — and hold — an audience’s collective attention, and embody a multitude of iconic characters.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2023
Globally renowned actor Brian Cox is the latest name set to join BBC Maestro’s online platform of world-class experts. His course, Acting, will shine a spotlight on how to deliver award-winning performances, capture — and hold — an audience’s collective attention, and embody a multitude of iconic characters.
National Theatre Will Stream OTHELLO For Free in October
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
To celebrate 60 years on stage, the National Theatre will present a special free screening of Shakespeare’s most enduring tragedy, Othello. Find out how you can stream the production for free here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
To celebrate 60 years on stage, the National Theatre will present a special free screening of Shakespeare’s most enduring tragedy, Othello. Find out how you can stream the production for free here!
London Theatre Week Extension: Tickets From Just £15 for THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2023
London Theatre Week: Tickets From just £15 for The Ocean at the End of the Lane. From the imagination of Neil Gaiman, best-selling author of Good Omens, Coraline and The Sandman, the National Theatre’s smash-hit production The Ocean at the End of the Lane returns to the West End this October for seven weeks only.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2023
London Theatre Week: Tickets From just £15 for The Ocean at the End of the Lane. From the imagination of Neil Gaiman, best-selling author of Good Omens, Coraline and The Sandman, the National Theatre’s smash-hit production The Ocean at the End of the Lane returns to the West End this October for seven weeks only.
Photos: First Look at POLICE COPS: THE MUSICAL at Southwark Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Following their performances at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this August, POLICE COPS: THE MUSICAL has transferred to The Large at Southwark Playhouse Borough for a limited run through 14 October 2023. Check out all new photos from the production here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Following their performances at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this August, POLICE COPS: THE MUSICAL has transferred to The Large at Southwark Playhouse Borough for a limited run through 14 October 2023. Check out all new photos from the production here!
Double Bill of THE SNOW QUEEN and THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS Comes to Polka Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Full cast and creative team details have been revealed for Polka Theatre's 2023 Winter shows. Learn more about The Snow Queen and The Night Before Christmas here, and find out how to get tickets!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Full cast and creative team details have been revealed for Polka Theatre's 2023 Winter shows. Learn more about The Snow Queen and The Night Before Christmas here, and find out how to get tickets!
Reimagining of THE THREEPENNY OPERA Comes to The Cockpit This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
OVO, the award-winning theatre production company, presents a riotous and rough reimagining of Bertolt Brecht’s zany musical The ThreePenny Opera at The Cockpit this September. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
OVO, the award-winning theatre production company, presents a riotous and rough reimagining of Bertolt Brecht’s zany musical The ThreePenny Opera at The Cockpit this September. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!
Cast Set For TRUEMAN AND THE ARSONISTS at the Studio Theatre at the Roundhouse
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
represent. has announced full casting for Max Frisch’s Biedermann und die Brandstifter - Trueman and the Arsonists - in a new version by Simon Stephens, with songs by Chris Thorpe. Learn more about the production and find out who is starring here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
represent. has announced full casting for Max Frisch’s Biedermann und die Brandstifter - Trueman and the Arsonists - in a new version by Simon Stephens, with songs by Chris Thorpe. Learn more about the production and find out who is starring here!
Alun Armstrong and Marlene Sidaway Will Lead TO HAVE AND TO HOLD at Hampstead Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Hampstead Theatre has announced the full cast for Richard Bean’s uproarious new comedy, To Have and To Hold. Learn more about the production and find out who is starring here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Hampstead Theatre has announced the full cast for Richard Bean’s uproarious new comedy, To Have and To Hold. Learn more about the production and find out who is starring here!
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME is Now Available For Licensing in the UK
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Concord Theatricals has announced the first-ever release of Simon Stephens’ Olivier and Tony Award-winning adaptation of Mark Haddon’s bestselling novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to amateur, school and youth group licensees in the UK and Ireland.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Concord Theatricals has announced the first-ever release of Simon Stephens’ Olivier and Tony Award-winning adaptation of Mark Haddon’s bestselling novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to amateur, school and youth group licensees in the UK and Ireland.
Damian Lewis and Indira Varma Will Lead Noel Coward's LONDON CALLING! at the Duke of York's Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
The name ‘Noël Coward’ went up in West End lights for the first time when London Calling! opened at the Duke of York’s Theatre on 4 September 1923. Learn more about the upcoming performance and find out how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
The name ‘Noël Coward’ went up in West End lights for the first time when London Calling! opened at the Duke of York’s Theatre on 4 September 1923. Learn more about the upcoming performance and find out how to get tickets here!
Full Cast Announced for West End Transfer of James Graham's DEAR ENGLAND
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2023
The National Theatre has announced full casting for its highly acclaimed production of Dear England, transferring to the West End this Autumn. This new smash-hit play by James Graham, directed by Rupert Goold, tells the story of the England men’s football team under Gareth Southgate. It will play at the Prince Edward Theatre from 9 October 2023 for a strictly limited 14-week run.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2023
The National Theatre has announced full casting for its highly acclaimed production of Dear England, transferring to the West End this Autumn. This new smash-hit play by James Graham, directed by Rupert Goold, tells the story of the England men’s football team under Gareth Southgate. It will play at the Prince Edward Theatre from 9 October 2023 for a strictly limited 14-week run.
LEGEND - THE MUSIC OF BOB MARLEY Comes to the West End Next Week
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Legend - The Music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza. Combining his superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship, and a supremely talented cast. Learn more about the musical here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Legend - The Music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza. Combining his superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship, and a supremely talented cast. Learn more about the musical here!
Review: INFAMOUS, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - September 13, 2023
The main problem is that the characters tend to dwindle down to two-dimensional figurines. We’re met by a garish personality and extravagant attitude, but we’re never offered enough reason and rationale to support them. There’s a bountiful of themes buried inside - from the more evident dysfunctional mother-daughter relationship to bare resentment, political strategy, and class restraints in it - but De Angelis skims through for the benefit of cheap laughs and funky sarcasm.
by Cindy Marcolina - September 13, 2023
The main problem is that the characters tend to dwindle down to two-dimensional figurines. We’re met by a garish personality and extravagant attitude, but we’re never offered enough reason and rationale to support them. There’s a bountiful of themes buried inside - from the more evident dysfunctional mother-daughter relationship to bare resentment, political strategy, and class restraints in it - but De Angelis skims through for the benefit of cheap laughs and funky sarcasm.
Kay Mellor's Final Play, THE SYNDICATE, to be Directed by her Daughter, Gaynor Faye
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2023
The world premiere of Kay Mellor’s final stage play, The Syndicate, tours the UK for 15 weeks from April to July next year.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2023
The world premiere of Kay Mellor’s final stage play, The Syndicate, tours the UK for 15 weeks from April to July next year.
Review: THE AMAZING BANANA BROTHERS, Soho Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2023
The Amazing Banana Brothers begins with a promise to its audience - if there aren’t 1,000 slips on banana peels in one hour, everyone will get their money back. There’s a blank chalkboard for the slips to be recorded and an hourglass to keep track of the time left to slip.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2023
The Amazing Banana Brothers begins with a promise to its audience - if there aren’t 1,000 slips on banana peels in one hour, everyone will get their money back. There’s a blank chalkboard for the slips to be recorded and an hourglass to keep track of the time left to slip.
Review: KIERAN HODGSON: BIG IN SCOTLAND, Soho Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - September 12, 2023
Kieran Hodgson: Big in Scotland begins with a Scottish-themed bang as Hodgson takes to the stage, expressing his love for Scotland with jokes and references that only those from Scotland would understand. Hodgson is wearing a tartan blazer and proclaims that he himself is Scottish, but this quickly changes as his true identity is revealed.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 12, 2023
Kieran Hodgson: Big in Scotland begins with a Scottish-themed bang as Hodgson takes to the stage, expressing his love for Scotland with jokes and references that only those from Scotland would understand. Hodgson is wearing a tartan blazer and proclaims that he himself is Scottish, but this quickly changes as his true identity is revealed.
National Theatre Celebrates 60 Years With Free Tickets for 16–25-Year-Olds
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
As the National Theatre prepares to mark 60 years of entertaining and inspiring audiences around the world on 22 October, a birthday present of 3,600 free tickets, 60 tickets for 60 performances in October, will be available for 16–25-year-olds to book for productions on the South Bank and in the West End. Learn more about the initiative and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
As the National Theatre prepares to mark 60 years of entertaining and inspiring audiences around the world on 22 October, a birthday present of 3,600 free tickets, 60 tickets for 60 performances in October, will be available for 16–25-year-olds to book for productions on the South Bank and in the West End. Learn more about the initiative and how to get tickets here!
Catherine Mallyon to Step Down as RSC Executive Director
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 12, 2023
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has announced that Catherine Mallyon will step down as Executive Director, leaving the Company at Christmas 2023, after eleven years in post. Catherine’s final day will be Friday 22 December.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 12, 2023
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has announced that Catherine Mallyon will step down as Executive Director, leaving the Company at Christmas 2023, after eleven years in post. Catherine’s final day will be Friday 22 December.
Announcing London Theatre Week's Final Extension!
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 12, 2023
We couldn’t resist keeping London’s best theatre prices going a little big longer. But we can’t extend London Theatre Week again, so get tickets now for £15, £25, or £35 before it’s too late.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 12, 2023
We couldn’t resist keeping London’s best theatre prices going a little big longer. But we can’t extend London Theatre Week again, so get tickets now for £15, £25, or £35 before it’s too late.
Irvine Welsh's PORNO Transfers to the West End
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
Irvine Welsh’s PORNO is a full-length stage adaptation of the novel by the same name. Now the show transfers to London’s theatreland, playing a season of seven Sunday nights at the Arts Theatre West End. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
Irvine Welsh’s PORNO is a full-length stage adaptation of the novel by the same name. Now the show transfers to London’s theatreland, playing a season of seven Sunday nights at the Arts Theatre West End. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Full Cast Set For The World Premiere of BACKSTAIRS BILLY
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
The full cast has been announced for the world première of Marcelo Dos Santos' new play Backstairs Billy which looks at a pivotal moment in the 50 year relationship between the Queen Mother and her loyal servant William “Billy” Tallon. Find out who is starring here!
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
The full cast has been announced for the world première of Marcelo Dos Santos' new play Backstairs Billy which looks at a pivotal moment in the 50 year relationship between the Queen Mother and her loyal servant William “Billy” Tallon. Find out who is starring here!
Review: DAS RHEINGOLD, Royal Opera House
by Alexander Cohen - September 12, 2023
Given his political radicalism and fervent romanticism, it is more than fair to wonder if Richard Wagner would be partial to Just Stop Oil. Sporting his iconic beret, would he, if he were around today, brandish banners and block cars on the M1? Barrie Kosky may think so. He thrusts Wagner’s ecological consciousness front and centre of his new production of Das Rheingold.
by Alexander Cohen - September 12, 2023
Given his political radicalism and fervent romanticism, it is more than fair to wonder if Richard Wagner would be partial to Just Stop Oil. Sporting his iconic beret, would he, if he were around today, brandish banners and block cars on the M1? Barrie Kosky may think so. He thrusts Wagner’s ecological consciousness front and centre of his new production of Das Rheingold.
THE STANDARD SHORT LONG DROP Will Make its London Premiere
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
The Standard Short Long Drop will make its London Premiere this month. The play, by Rachel Garnet, is the first play at the newly refigured Vanguard, Camden. Learn more about the play and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
The Standard Short Long Drop will make its London Premiere this month. The play, by Rachel Garnet, is the first play at the newly refigured Vanguard, Camden. Learn more about the play and how to get tickets here!
Theatre503 Appoints Emily Carewe as Executive Director
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
Theatre503 has announced the appointment of Emily Carewe as its new Executive Director. She will take up the position at the start of October. Learn more about Emily here!
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
Theatre503 has announced the appointment of Emily Carewe as its new Executive Director. She will take up the position at the start of October. Learn more about Emily here!
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