EDINBURGH 2023: Review: FRIEND (THE ONE WITH GUNTHER), Gilded Balloon At The Museum by Hannah Hirst Dunton
- August 21, 2023 There are so many predictably phrased ways I could tell you how much I enjoyed Friend (the One with Gunther). Oh. My. God. Could it *be* any more satisfying? Out of five stars, it should be seven… seven… SEVEN... It’s just kick-you-in-the-crotch, spit-on-your-neck fantastic.
Film Review: THEATER CAMP by Abbie Grundy
- August 21, 2023 The kind of movie that theatre kids (and theatre adults) everywhere will resonate with.
London Theatre Week Returns, Celebrating 5 Years of Increasing Access to Theatre by BWW News Desk
- August 21, 2023 London Theatre Week, the highly anticipated performing arts celebration spotlighting dynamic musicals and award-winning plays in London's West End, makes its return this summer. Marking its 5th-year anniversary, the campaign offers audiences the opportunity to get tickets to the best of West End theatre at accessible prices by booking between 21 August to 3 September.
Chris Salt's FELL to Open in London Ahead of North of England tour in October by BWW News Desk
- August 21, 2023 This October, fell, Chris Salt's moving new play, exploring the friendship and challenges between two troubled teenagers growing up in the Lake District, is set to have its London premiere ahead of a tour of England.
Glyndebourne Reveals 2024 Season Lineup by Aliya Al-Hassan
- August 21, 2023 As the 2023 Festival draws to a close, Glyndebourne has announced the programme for 2024, when the company marks its 90th anniversary year.
Full Cast Announced for DEATH NOTE THE MUSICAL in Concert by Aliya Al-Hassan
- August 21, 2023 Olivier award-winner George Maguire, Jessica Lee, Carl Man, Boaz Chad and Patrick Munday are joining the cast of Death Note The Musical in Concert at the Lyric Theatre.
Review: THE WAY OLD FRIENDS DO, Criterion Theatre by Alice Cope
- August 21, 2023 Following a successful UK tour, The Way Old Friends Do, written and directed by Ian Hallard and Mark Gatiss respectively, is now open for a west end run at the Criterion Theatre.
Review: DUMBLEDORE IS SO GAY, Southwark Playhouse Borough by Alexander Cohen
- August 21, 2023 A nostalgia-lined love letter to navigating the trials and tribulations of growing up closeted, it is difficult to escape the charm that Dumbledore is so Gay casts on its audience, even if it is a little podgy in places.
Cast Announced for Taylor Swift Fan Event SwiftieFest this Month by BWW News Desk
- August 19, 2023 The lineup for the UK's first SwiftieFest has been announced. The event is on 26th August at the Union Theatre and will feature cabaret performances of every Taylor Swift album, as well as merchandise, activities and photo booths. It's the first event of its kind and aims to bring the fan base together as well as generate some hype in anticipation of the Eras Tour coming to London next year.
Review: PROM 44 – STRAVINSKY'S THE FIREBIRD, Royal Albert Hall by Debbie Gilpin
- August 19, 2023 The power and majesty of the orchestra was at the heart of this Prom, with a well put-together programme that included the European première of a BBC co-commission and two early twentieth century compositions from two of Russia’s most famous musical sons. It also felt quite story-driven across the board, though significantly so in the headline piece.
Musical DEATH NOTE Releases Pop Single Ahead Of London Premiere by BWW News Desk
- August 18, 2023 Following acclaimed productions in Japan and Korea, Frank Wildhorn's Death Note The Musical will get its English language premiere with three star-studded concerts at the London Palladium on 21 & 22 August.
Emily Benjamin to Star in BRONCO BILLY at Charing Cross Theatre by BWW News Desk
- August 18, 2023 Bronco Billy - The Musical is set to make its highly anticipated UK premiere at Charing Cross Theatre. Find out when and where to catch this exciting new production.
Video: Watch the Trailer for PICTURE A DAY LIKE THIS at The Royal Opera House by BWW News Desk
- August 18, 2023 Experience the captivating world of 'Picture a day like this' at the Royal Opera House. Discover the enigmatic new operatic fable by George Benjamin and Martin Crimp, staged in the Linbury Theatre. Don't miss this captivating production - book your tickets now.
EDINBURGH 2023: Review: KATHY AND STELLA SOLVE A MURDER, Underbelly by Natalie O'Donoghue
- August 18, 2023 BFFs Kathy and Stella are Hull’s least successful true crime podcasters. When their favourite author is killed, they are thrust into a thrilling whodunnit of their own! Can they crack the case (and become global podcast superstars) before the killer strikes again…?
Leading London Ballet School Young Dancers Academy Announces New Identity by BWW News Desk
- August 18, 2023 Young Dancers Academy, a leading provider in vocational education is thrilled to announce a transformative change that marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in its illustrious history. Effective 11th September, Young Dancers Academy will officially adopt a new name and identity, reflecting its commitment to progress and excellence.
Review: THE ARC: A TRILOGY OF NEW JEWISH PLAYS, Soho Theatre by Alexander Cohen
- August 18, 2023 The Arc keeps an eye on the past but it’s focus is firmly on the future. Consisting of three plays Birth, Marriage, Death, Emanate Theatre Company’s second production is not one weighed down by existential meanderings or heavy questions. Levity in the face of uncertainty is its greatest strength.
Save Up To 56% on THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at the Duchess Theatre by Aliya Al-Hassan
- August 18, 2023 Tickets From £15 for The Play That Goes Wrong. Do not miss Mischief’s award-winning ‘masterpiece of malfunction’ (The Times) The Play That Goes Wrong as it crashes into its ninth chaotic year in the West End at the Duchess Theatre.
SINGEASY WEST END Extends Their Legendary Sing-Along Party With Lates Until 3am! by BWW News Desk
- August 17, 2023 From Saturday 9th September, SingEasy West End will be keeping the party going into the early hours, cementing their reputation as the home of spectacular stagey nightlife in London's West End. During brunch and dinner service, SingEasy's singing waiters host their unique sing-along West End party, serving delicious food and performing audience requests for songs from best-loved musicals, Disney favourites and off-Broadway deep-cuts!
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THAT FACE at the Orange Tree Theatre by BWW News Desk
- August 17, 2023 Orange Tree Theatre presents the first major London revival of Polly Stenham’s That Face. Josh Seymour directs the previously announced Niamh Cusack alongside Kasper Hilton-Hille, Dominic Mafham, Sarita Gabony and Bridgerton’s Ruby Stokes in this powerful and darkly comic exploration of what happens when children become parents to their parents. Go inside rehearsal in new photos!