Review: MATTHEW BOURNE'S ROMEO & JULIET, Sadler's Wells
by Franco Milazzo - August 07, 2023
In Matthew Bourne’s dystopian take on the classic love story, there are leaps aplenty - and not just in the physical sense.
by Franco Milazzo - August 07, 2023
In Matthew Bourne’s dystopian take on the classic love story, there are leaps aplenty - and not just in the physical sense.
Photos: First Look at the UK Tour of 42ND STREET
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2023
All new photos have been released from the UK tour of 42nd Street. Samantha Womack will star as Dorothy Brock, alongside Michael Praed as Julian Marsh, Faye Tozer as Maggie Jones, Les Dennis as Bert Barry and Nicole-Lily Baisden as Peggy Sawyer.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2023
All new photos have been released from the UK tour of 42nd Street. Samantha Womack will star as Dorothy Brock, alongside Michael Praed as Julian Marsh, Faye Tozer as Maggie Jones, Les Dennis as Bert Barry and Nicole-Lily Baisden as Peggy Sawyer.
Show of the Week: Save Up To 54% on A STRANGE LOOP
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 07, 2023
Tickets From £25.00 for A Strange Loop at the Barbican Theatre. Described as 'The most thrillingly playful and hilarious new musical to hit London in years. Spectacular' by the Evening Standard, and 'Magnificent. Strikingly original and highly entertaining' by the Guardian, don't miss your chance to experience this 'One-of-a-kind masterpiece' (Vogue), in London this summer for a one-time only limited season.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 07, 2023
Tickets From £25.00 for A Strange Loop at the Barbican Theatre. Described as 'The most thrillingly playful and hilarious new musical to hit London in years. Spectacular' by the Evening Standard, and 'Magnificent. Strikingly original and highly entertaining' by the Guardian, don't miss your chance to experience this 'One-of-a-kind masterpiece' (Vogue), in London this summer for a one-time only limited season.
Amanda Abbington Confirmed for This Year's STRICTLY COME DANCING
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 07, 2023
Amanda Abbington has been confirmed for the brand new series of Strictly Come Dancing. The multi-award-winning entertainment show, produced by BBC Studios, will return to BBC One and BBC iPlayer for its new series this autumn, once again bringing glitter, glamour and glorious dancing to homes across the nation.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 07, 2023
Amanda Abbington has been confirmed for the brand new series of Strictly Come Dancing. The multi-award-winning entertainment show, produced by BBC Studios, will return to BBC One and BBC iPlayer for its new series this autumn, once again bringing glitter, glamour and glorious dancing to homes across the nation.
Lyric Hammersmith Theatre Appoints New Trustees to The Board
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2023
The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre will welcome these four new Trustees to its Board bringing new talent and skills to the existing Board, chaired by Lorraine Heggessey.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2023
The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre will welcome these four new Trustees to its Board bringing new talent and skills to the existing Board, chaired by Lorraine Heggessey.
James Graham's THIS ENGLAND to Transfer to West End, Starring Joseph Fiennes
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 07, 2023
The National Theatre has announced that its critically acclaimed, sold-out production of Dear England will transfer to the Prince Edward Theatre, in London’s West End, from 9 October 2023 for a strictly limited 14-week run.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 07, 2023
The National Theatre has announced that its critically acclaimed, sold-out production of Dear England will transfer to the Prince Edward Theatre, in London’s West End, from 9 October 2023 for a strictly limited 14-week run.
Review: THE AUSTRALIAN BALLET: 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION, Royal Opera House
by Matthew Paluch - August 07, 2023
All good things come to an end, and to signify the culmination of their week-long residency at the Royal Opera House, The Australian Ballet offered a suitably wonderful Celebration Gala acknowledging their 60th anniversary.
by Matthew Paluch - August 07, 2023
All good things come to an end, and to signify the culmination of their week-long residency at the Royal Opera House, The Australian Ballet offered a suitably wonderful Celebration Gala acknowledging their 60th anniversary.
Review: ROUNDHOUSE COMEDY FESTIVAL OPENING GALA, Roundhouse
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 07, 2023
The iconic North London venue, the Roundhouse, has kicked oiff its very first Comedy Festival, running throughout August, The very first event promised a stellar line-up featuring a headline from Rose Matafeo, also featuring Catherine Cohen, Jordan Gray, Lolly Adefope, Rhys James, and Kiri Pritchard-Mclean. Unfortunately, much of the evening felt like we had interrupted early rehearsals of a different show.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 07, 2023
The iconic North London venue, the Roundhouse, has kicked oiff its very first Comedy Festival, running throughout August, The very first event promised a stellar line-up featuring a headline from Rose Matafeo, also featuring Catherine Cohen, Jordan Gray, Lolly Adefope, Rhys James, and Kiri Pritchard-Mclean. Unfortunately, much of the evening felt like we had interrupted early rehearsals of a different show.
Review: SPIRAL, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Josh Maughan - August 07, 2023
review“How do people cope in the worst imaginable situation?” This is what writer, and lead actress, Abigail Hood sets out to examine in Spiral, now at the Jermyn Street Theatre after a run at the Park Theatre. It sounds like a compelling premise for a play.
by Josh Maughan - August 07, 2023
review“How do people cope in the worst imaginable situation?” This is what writer, and lead actress, Abigail Hood sets out to examine in Spiral, now at the Jermyn Street Theatre after a run at the Park Theatre. It sounds like a compelling premise for a play.
EDINBURGH 2023: Review: KIERAN HODGSON: BIG IN SCOTLAND, Pleasance Courtyard
by Mark Carnochan - August 06, 2023
With Big in Scotland Kieran Hodgson proves that he is not just one of the greatest comedians of his generation but one of the best to have ever performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
by Mark Carnochan - August 06, 2023
With Big in Scotland Kieran Hodgson proves that he is not just one of the greatest comedians of his generation but one of the best to have ever performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Review: THROWN, Traverse Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 06, 2023
Five wildly different women gather in the muddy fields of the Highland Games circuit to compete in the obscure art of Backhold Wrestling. The pearls are off, influencer videos posted, “Gucci bag” from the Barras set aside as the bold beginners attempt to become a team and win the championship. But nothing will prepare them for the competition that could stop them taking home the trophy - each other. Will their differences face-plant Imogen, Chantelle, Jo, Pamela and Helen’s chances of success in the mud?
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 06, 2023
Five wildly different women gather in the muddy fields of the Highland Games circuit to compete in the obscure art of Backhold Wrestling. The pearls are off, influencer videos posted, “Gucci bag” from the Barras set aside as the bold beginners attempt to become a team and win the championship. But nothing will prepare them for the competition that could stop them taking home the trophy - each other. Will their differences face-plant Imogen, Chantelle, Jo, Pamela and Helen’s chances of success in the mud?
THE DOLCE VITA, A New Musical by West End Composer Stuart Brayson, to Hold Workshop This Month
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2023
West end composer, Stuart Brayson (FROM HERE TO ETERNITY) will present a workshop of his brand new musical, THE DOLCE VITA at the prestigious grade 1 listed Tyne Theatre and Opera House in Newcastle to an invited audience on Friday, August 18th.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2023
West end composer, Stuart Brayson (FROM HERE TO ETERNITY) will present a workshop of his brand new musical, THE DOLCE VITA at the prestigious grade 1 listed Tyne Theatre and Opera House in Newcastle to an invited audience on Friday, August 18th.
Layton Williams to Compete on BBC's STRICTLY COME DANCING
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2023
EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE star Layton Williams will compete on the 2023 edition of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing. The news was announced on BBC's The One Show. Air dates for this year's competition have not yet been announced.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2023
EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE star Layton Williams will compete on the 2023 edition of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing. The news was announced on BBC's The One Show. Air dates for this year's competition have not yet been announced.
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL to Conclude Run at The Other Palace in September
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2023
This September will see Heathers The Musical graduate from the Other Palace stage, as it hangs up the croquet mallets and bids a farewell to London audiences. The current run of Heathers the Musical at The Other Palace will finish, as scheduled, on Sunday 3rd September.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2023
This September will see Heathers The Musical graduate from the Other Palace stage, as it hangs up the croquet mallets and bids a farewell to London audiences. The current run of Heathers the Musical at The Other Palace will finish, as scheduled, on Sunday 3rd September.
Photos: First Look at Frankie Bridge in 2.22 - A GHOST STORY
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Take a look at photos of Frankie Bridge in 2.22 - A GHOST STORY. Get a sneak peek of her performance in the highly anticipated production and see why this show is a must-see.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Take a look at photos of Frankie Bridge in 2.22 - A GHOST STORY. Get a sneak peek of her performance in the highly anticipated production and see why this show is a must-see.
Permanent Installation of the Pub From THE CHOIR OF MAN Launched at The Theatre Cafe
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Experience The Pub from The Choir of Man like never before at The Theatre Cafe! This article provides details on the new permanent installation, allowing you to immerse yourself in the world of the show. Discover the dates and location of this exciting addition to The Theatre Cafe.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Experience The Pub from The Choir of Man like never before at The Theatre Cafe! This article provides details on the new permanent installation, allowing you to immerse yourself in the world of the show. Discover the dates and location of this exciting addition to The Theatre Cafe.
Theatre Director and Former RSC Artistic Director Michael Boyd Dies
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn that theatre director Michael Boyd has died from cancer. His career took him from training in Moscow to artistic directorships at the Tron Theatre Glasgow [1985-96] and the Royal Shakespeare Company, after joining as an Associate Director in 1996.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn that theatre director Michael Boyd has died from cancer. His career took him from training in Moscow to artistic directorships at the Tron Theatre Glasgow [1985-96] and the Royal Shakespeare Company, after joining as an Associate Director in 1996.
Armando Iannucci's PANDEMONIUM Comes to the Soho Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Pandemonium is a wild account of our great leaders grappling with the Pandemic and then with each other.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Pandemonium is a wild account of our great leaders grappling with the Pandemic and then with each other.
EDINBURGH 2023: NAN, ME AND BARBARA PARVI Q&A
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 04, 2023
BWW catches up with Hannah Maxwell to chat about bringing Nan, Me & Barbara Pravi to the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 04, 2023
BWW catches up with Hannah Maxwell to chat about bringing Nan, Me & Barbara Pravi to the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Interview: 'We Have Fantastic New Energy!': Peter Lawrence and James Hudson on the Role of a Swing, New Casts and Raising a Glass to THE CHOIR OF MAN.
by Kerrie Nicholson - August 04, 2023
Peter Lawrence & James Hudson raise a glass to Choir Of Man, talk to us all about their love for the cast, looking cool but putting in the work and why the show is still dear to their hearts after many years.
by Kerrie Nicholson - August 04, 2023
Peter Lawrence & James Hudson raise a glass to Choir Of Man, talk to us all about their love for the cast, looking cool but putting in the work and why the show is still dear to their hearts after many years.
KINDER, Inspired by Czech Kindertransport, Will Embark on UK Tour This Autumn
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Inspired by real-life events, the joyful and poignant Kinder heads on tour this autumn. Telling the story of one small girl who embarks on a mighty adventure, the multiple award-winning Kinder tells the story of the Czech Kindertransport, which evacuated Czech-Jewish children to Britain at the outbreak of World War II.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Inspired by real-life events, the joyful and poignant Kinder heads on tour this autumn. Telling the story of one small girl who embarks on a mighty adventure, the multiple award-winning Kinder tells the story of the Czech Kindertransport, which evacuated Czech-Jewish children to Britain at the outbreak of World War II.
EDINBURGH 2023: BroadwayWorld's Edfringe Reviews
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 04, 2023
A compilation of all of BroadwayWorld's coverage of the world's biggest arts festival.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 04, 2023
A compilation of all of BroadwayWorld's coverage of the world's biggest arts festival.
J Neve Harrington Brings SOME TIMES to Lilian Baylis Studio
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
J Neve Harrington makes her Lilian Baylis Studio debut with the world premiere of SOME TIMES, a new full-length work, from Wednesday 11 – Friday 13 October.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
J Neve Harrington makes her Lilian Baylis Studio debut with the world premiere of SOME TIMES, a new full-length work, from Wednesday 11 – Friday 13 October.
London Theatre Characters Descend onto Leicester Square to Celebrate Kids Week Campaign
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Official London Theatre celebrated their annual audience development initiative, Kids Week, by inviting key characters from theatreland down to their TKTS Booth in Leicester Square – the heart of London’s West End.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Official London Theatre celebrated their annual audience development initiative, Kids Week, by inviting key characters from theatreland down to their TKTS Booth in Leicester Square – the heart of London’s West End.
Riverside Studios Reveals Winners of Bitesize Awards
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Riverside Studios has announced the winners of the inaugural Bitesize Awards for their 2023 Bitesize Festival, which marked the largest programme in its history.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Riverside Studios has announced the winners of the inaugural Bitesize Awards for their 2023 Bitesize Festival, which marked the largest programme in its history.
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