Johannes Radebe Joins Producing Team of A STRANGE LOOP in the West End
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Strictly Come Dancing’s Johannes Radebe, has announced his enthusiastic support and endorsement for the acclaimed musical A Strange Loop as he joins the illustrious line-up of the biggest stars in entertainment who are co-producing the show in London including Alan Cumming, Ilana Glazer, Jennifer Hudson, Mindy Kaling and Billy Porter.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Strictly Come Dancing’s Johannes Radebe, has announced his enthusiastic support and endorsement for the acclaimed musical A Strange Loop as he joins the illustrious line-up of the biggest stars in entertainment who are co-producing the show in London including Alan Cumming, Ilana Glazer, Jennifer Hudson, Mindy Kaling and Billy Porter.
Milly Willows Wins The Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer Of The Year 2023 Competition
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Milly Willows from Swansea, in her third year at Italia Conti, beat off stiff competition to be named the Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer of the Year.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Milly Willows from Swansea, in her third year at Italia Conti, beat off stiff competition to be named the Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer of the Year.
Disney's THE LION KING and FROZEN Extend Booking in the West End
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Disney Theatrical Productions today announces that their critically acclaimed award-winning productions of The Lion King and Frozen will both extend into 2024.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Disney Theatrical Productions today announces that their critically acclaimed award-winning productions of The Lion King and Frozen will both extend into 2024.
Photos: First Look at WHEN WINSTON WENT TO WAR WITH THE WIRELESS at the Donmar Warehouse
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
All new production photos have been released from the upcoming new play by Jack Thorne, When Winston Went to War with the Wireless, directed by Katy Rudd. The production opens at the Donmar Warehouse tomorrow, 13 June and runs until 29 July.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
All new production photos have been released from the upcoming new play by Jack Thorne, When Winston Went to War with the Wireless, directed by Katy Rudd. The production opens at the Donmar Warehouse tomorrow, 13 June and runs until 29 July.
Guest Blog: 'My Journey Has Been Almost as Long as His!': Writer and Librettist Glyn Maxwell on Adapting Wagner's THE FLYING DUTCHMAN
by Guest Author - June 12, 2023
My journey with The Flying Dutchman has been almost as long as his. I was enthralled by the story as a child – a sailor who lost a bet with the Devil! – and then, twenty-five years ago, wrote a 10,000 line epic poem called Time’s Fool, where I substituted an endless ghost train for the cursed ship.
by Guest Author - June 12, 2023
My journey with The Flying Dutchman has been almost as long as his. I was enthralled by the story as a child – a sailor who lost a bet with the Devil! – and then, twenty-five years ago, wrote a 10,000 line epic poem called Time’s Fool, where I substituted an endless ghost train for the cursed ship.
EDINBURGH 2023: Pick of the Programme - Musicals
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 12, 2023
BWW reviewer Natalie O'Donoghue has selected her top ten picks across the festival programme to highlight the shows you really don't want to miss this year!
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 12, 2023
BWW reviewer Natalie O'Donoghue has selected her top ten picks across the festival programme to highlight the shows you really don't want to miss this year!
Review: OUR LAST FIRST, The Space
by Mickey-Jo Boucher - June 12, 2023
What happens when the roles an actor will play in a show are left entirely to chance?
by Mickey-Jo Boucher - June 12, 2023
What happens when the roles an actor will play in a show are left entirely to chance?
Review: HANSEL AND GRETEL, Opera Holland Park
by Cheryl Markosky - June 12, 2023
As a first taster to opera, Opera Holland Park's Hansel and Gretel isn't a bad place to start.
by Cheryl Markosky - June 12, 2023
As a first taster to opera, Opera Holland Park's Hansel and Gretel isn't a bad place to start.
Review: HOPE HAS A HAPPY MEAL, Royal Court Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - June 12, 2023
A steroided neo-liberal dystopia is the backdrop for this literal and a metaphorical journey of self-discovery.
by Alexander Cohen - June 12, 2023
A steroided neo-liberal dystopia is the backdrop for this literal and a metaphorical journey of self-discovery.
Review: UNTITLED, 2023/CORYBANTIC GAMES/ANASTASIA ACT III, Royal Opera House
by Vikki Jane Vile - June 11, 2023
Perhaps it’s already clear, but this is a rather subdued triple bill to bring the 22/23 season to a close. Earnest in tone and at times devastating in appeal.
by Vikki Jane Vile - June 11, 2023
Perhaps it’s already clear, but this is a rather subdued triple bill to bring the 22/23 season to a close. Earnest in tone and at times devastating in appeal.
Winners Announced For Critics Awards For Theatre In Scotland
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 11, 2023
Winners Announced For Critics Awards For Theatre In Scotland
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 11, 2023
Winners Announced For Critics Awards For Theatre In Scotland
Beyond Borders to Present RUNAWAY at Edinburgh and Camden Fringe This Summer
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2023
Beyond Borders will present their debut play Runaway, a semi-biographical story wrapped in a generous coat of unapologetic humour, exploring themes of home, belonging and finding your identity as a foreigner in a big city.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2023
Beyond Borders will present their debut play Runaway, a semi-biographical story wrapped in a generous coat of unapologetic humour, exploring themes of home, belonging and finding your identity as a foreigner in a big city.
Review: ASSASSINS, Chichester Festival Theatre
by Gary Naylor - June 11, 2023
Blazing new production of strange and unsettling musical that leaves you with much to consider
by Gary Naylor - June 11, 2023
Blazing new production of strange and unsettling musical that leaves you with much to consider
Review: THE UNICORN, Arcola Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - June 10, 2023
The Unicorn is a multifaceted, sombre look at trauma and addiction laced with deliberately unwitting humour and a penchant for benign shock. Sam Potter writes an intense, eloquent, and exciting play in both themes and delivery.
by Cindy Marcolina - June 10, 2023
The Unicorn is a multifaceted, sombre look at trauma and addiction laced with deliberately unwitting humour and a penchant for benign shock. Sam Potter writes an intense, eloquent, and exciting play in both themes and delivery.
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsal for DUCK at the Arcola Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Katy Galloway Productions & maatin present DUCK by maatin. See photos from inside rehearsal.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Katy Galloway Productions & maatin present DUCK by maatin. See photos from inside rehearsal.
Photos: First Look at THE MIKADO at London's Wilton's Music Hall
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Following her critically acclaimed highly successful all-male productions of ‘H.M.S. Pinafore’ and ‘The Pirates of Penzance’, Sasha Regan returns to London’s Wilton’s Music Hall - the only surviving Grand Music Hall in the world - with Gilbert and Sullivan’s irresistible ‘The Mikado’.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Following her critically acclaimed highly successful all-male productions of ‘H.M.S. Pinafore’ and ‘The Pirates of Penzance’, Sasha Regan returns to London’s Wilton’s Music Hall - the only surviving Grand Music Hall in the world - with Gilbert and Sullivan’s irresistible ‘The Mikado’.
Photos: First Look At MY UNCLE IS NOT PABLO ESCOBAR At Brixton House
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
A high stakes heist play with Latinx Women from South London taking centre stage and daring you to call them invisible. See first look photod of the world premiere of new play My Uncle Is Not Pablo Escobar.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
A high stakes heist play with Latinx Women from South London taking centre stage and daring you to call them invisible. See first look photod of the world premiere of new play My Uncle Is Not Pablo Escobar.
Photo: First Look At Ivano Turco In EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Tour
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the smash-hit and critically acclaimed musical, has to released a first look at Ivano Turco (Get Up, Stand Up!, Cinderella) as Jamie New.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the smash-hit and critically acclaimed musical, has to released a first look at Ivano Turco (Get Up, Stand Up!, Cinderella) as Jamie New.
JEFF WAYNE'S MUSICAL VERSION OF 'THE WAR OF THE WORLDS' - THE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE Will Relocate
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Friday 9 June marks the 45th anniversary of Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds, one of the best-selling albums of all time. In tandem, Composer and Producer Jeff Wayne announces that the multi-award-winning immersive experience, described as 'boundary pushing, pulse quickening' and 'the future of entertainment' will be relocating to a bigger location in London and feature the newest cutting-edge technology.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Friday 9 June marks the 45th anniversary of Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds, one of the best-selling albums of all time. In tandem, Composer and Producer Jeff Wayne announces that the multi-award-winning immersive experience, described as 'boundary pushing, pulse quickening' and 'the future of entertainment' will be relocating to a bigger location in London and feature the newest cutting-edge technology.
Full Schedule and Presenters Revealed For WEST END LIVE 2023
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
With only a week to go until West End LIVE, the final details have been revealed for this free annual showcase, celebrating the best of London's musicals. Produced by Westminster City Council, in partnership with Society of London Theatre, West End LIVE has been a highlight of the theatrical calendar since 2005 for theatre fans across the country and further afield.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
With only a week to go until West End LIVE, the final details have been revealed for this free annual showcase, celebrating the best of London's musicals. Produced by Westminster City Council, in partnership with Society of London Theatre, West End LIVE has been a highlight of the theatrical calendar since 2005 for theatre fans across the country and further afield.
The Other Palace Reveals Dates and Lineup For MAKING A MUSICAL Podcast
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
The Other Palace has announced the dates and musicals featured on each episode of Season 3 of Making a Musical: The Future of British Musical Theatre. Featuring music and exclusive interviews with the writers, the relaunched podcast is curated and hosted by director Alex Jackson and The Other Palace Programme Manager, Kiki Stevenson.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
The Other Palace has announced the dates and musicals featured on each episode of Season 3 of Making a Musical: The Future of British Musical Theatre. Featuring music and exclusive interviews with the writers, the relaunched podcast is curated and hosted by director Alex Jackson and The Other Palace Programme Manager, Kiki Stevenson.
Guest Blog: 'I Wonder What the Backlash Might Be': Actor Rhashan Stone on Race, Emotion and the Importance of TAMBO & BONES
by Guest Author - June 09, 2023
As I enter the rehearsal room for the read through of Tambo & Bones, I can’t help but wonder what the backlash might be. Having appeared in quite a few controversial plays recently, I have been shocked, surprised and profoundly heartened by the audiences responses to challenging material.
by Guest Author - June 09, 2023
As I enter the rehearsal room for the read through of Tambo & Bones, I can’t help but wonder what the backlash might be. Having appeared in quite a few controversial plays recently, I have been shocked, surprised and profoundly heartened by the audiences responses to challenging material.
Raymond Coulthard and Hannah Morrish Join Tracy-Ann Oberman in THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 UK Tour
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Casting has been announced for a ground-breaking new production which transports one of Shakespeare’s most enduring classics to 1930’s Britain – The Merchant of Venice 1936 - which will embark on a UK tour this Autumn, beginning at the RSC’s Swan Theatre from Thursday 21 September.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Casting has been announced for a ground-breaking new production which transports one of Shakespeare’s most enduring classics to 1930’s Britain – The Merchant of Venice 1936 - which will embark on a UK tour this Autumn, beginning at the RSC’s Swan Theatre from Thursday 21 September.
Ivo Van Hove's Production of A LITTLE LIFE Will Be Screened in Cinemas Across the UK and Europe
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Ivo van Hove's English language première of Hanya Yanagihara's critically acclaimed prize-winning novel, A Little Life, comes to cinemas across the UK and selected European countries on 28 September 2023.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Ivo van Hove's English language première of Hanya Yanagihara's critically acclaimed prize-winning novel, A Little Life, comes to cinemas across the UK and selected European countries on 28 September 2023.
Linzi Hateley and Alasdair Harvey Join The Cast Of THE LITTLE BIG THINGS @sohoplace
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Linzi Hateley and Alasdair Harvey will play Henry's parents, Fran Fraser and Andrew Fraser, in the world premiere of the new British musical The Little Big Things, based on the best-selling memoir by Henry Fraser.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Linzi Hateley and Alasdair Harvey will play Henry's parents, Fran Fraser and Andrew Fraser, in the world premiere of the new British musical The Little Big Things, based on the best-selling memoir by Henry Fraser.
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