Photos: First Look at LEAVES OF GLASS at Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2023
Production photos have been released from Leaves of Glass at Park Theatre. The cast includes Kacey Ainsworth, Katie Buchholz, Ned Costello and Joseph Potter.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2023
Production photos have been released from Leaves of Glass at Park Theatre. The cast includes Kacey Ainsworth, Katie Buchholz, Ned Costello and Joseph Potter.
Guest Blog: Nia Morais on Her First Play IMRIE, Welsh Fantasy and The Dark Fantastic
by Guest Author - May 15, 2023
The idea for Imrie, my first full-length play, first came from a dream about two sisters and a sea creature. I first wrote this story as part of my dissertation, focusing on the relationship between the two sisters. It originally had a tragic ending, but while rewriting it as a play, it metamorphosed into a fantasy story about hope, identity, and what it means to be an outsider.
by Guest Author - May 15, 2023
The idea for Imrie, my first full-length play, first came from a dream about two sisters and a sea creature. I first wrote this story as part of my dissertation, focusing on the relationship between the two sisters. It originally had a tragic ending, but while rewriting it as a play, it metamorphosed into a fantasy story about hope, identity, and what it means to be an outsider.
Review: PORCA MISERIA, Barbican Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - May 15, 2023
Sometimes show titles are spot-on perfect, albeit unintentionally. Porca Miseria is, in the Italian vernacular, an expression of frustration, something I would use when losing a cufflink or after sitting through a three hour-plus triptych of dance works that is, in the English vernacular, patently bobbins.
by Franco Milazzo - May 15, 2023
Sometimes show titles are spot-on perfect, albeit unintentionally. Porca Miseria is, in the Italian vernacular, an expression of frustration, something I would use when losing a cufflink or after sitting through a three hour-plus triptych of dance works that is, in the English vernacular, patently bobbins.
Photos: Meghan and Harry from IDIOTS ASSEMBLE: SPITTING IMAGE THE MUSICAL Visit Royal Albert Hall
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2023
Meghan and Harry, two of the stars of Idiots Assemble: Spitting Image The Musical written by a tour de force comedy team made up of Al Murray (The Pub Landlord) Matt Forde (The Political Party) and double Olivier award winner Sean Foley (The Upstart Crow, The Play What I Wrote) made an appearance Friday, May 12, 2023 at The Albert Hall. Check out photos here!
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2023
Meghan and Harry, two of the stars of Idiots Assemble: Spitting Image The Musical written by a tour de force comedy team made up of Al Murray (The Pub Landlord) Matt Forde (The Political Party) and double Olivier award winner Sean Foley (The Upstart Crow, The Play What I Wrote) made an appearance Friday, May 12, 2023 at The Albert Hall. Check out photos here!
SHPETER Productions and Ultraviolet Productions to Present LAIKA At Barons Court Theatre in June
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2023
SHPETER Productions and Ultraviolet Productions have united to create 'LAIKA', a timely and thought-provoking story that explores the complex consequences of government lies and the toll it takes on both the victims of deception and those compelled to deceive.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2023
SHPETER Productions and Ultraviolet Productions have united to create 'LAIKA', a timely and thought-provoking story that explores the complex consequences of government lies and the toll it takes on both the victims of deception and those compelled to deceive.
Review: LEGACY By Elmhurst Ballet Company, Sadler's Wells
by Matthew Paluch - May 14, 2023
Elmhurst Ballet Company, the graduate year students of Elmhurst Ballet School opened their 2023 performance Legacy at the Lilian BaylisTheatre, Sadler's Wells on 14 May. The student company will also be performing the programme at the Elmhurst Studio Theatre(Birmingham) 19-20 May.
by Matthew Paluch - May 14, 2023
Elmhurst Ballet Company, the graduate year students of Elmhurst Ballet School opened their 2023 performance Legacy at the Lilian BaylisTheatre, Sadler's Wells on 14 May. The student company will also be performing the programme at the Elmhurst Studio Theatre(Birmingham) 19-20 May.
Review: VENUS AND ADONIS, Riverside Studios
by Cindy Marcolina - May 13, 2023
The performance ambles between overly physical and shackled by stillness. Hunter delivers the difference in characters through caricatural vocal modulations, which redundancy adds Venus’s excessive flamboyancy in an annoying chain of vapid banality. We come out of it with very little. He is a visibly passionate performer, but his trepidation doesn’t truly transfer to the audience. It almost makes us want to ask what exactly is going on. What’s with the sudden makeup? Why is he dressed like a businessman with plimsolls? Why is he telling us all this? “So quick bright things come to confusion.”
by Cindy Marcolina - May 13, 2023
The performance ambles between overly physical and shackled by stillness. Hunter delivers the difference in characters through caricatural vocal modulations, which redundancy adds Venus’s excessive flamboyancy in an annoying chain of vapid banality. We come out of it with very little. He is a visibly passionate performer, but his trepidation doesn’t truly transfer to the audience. It almost makes us want to ask what exactly is going on. What’s with the sudden makeup? Why is he dressed like a businessman with plimsolls? Why is he telling us all this? “So quick bright things come to confusion.”
Interview: Edward Af Sillén Talks Ahead Of The Eurovision Song Contest Final About His Love For The Contest And Future Theatre Productions.
by Adam Robinson - May 13, 2023
This weekend will see the grand final of the biggest music event in the world come to Liverpool. The Eurovision Song Contest has created many a musical theatre star, but Sweden have been delighted for 14 years by commentary from a powerhouse of Swedish theatre, TV and film. I spoke with writer, director and TV star Edward af Sillén about his career and love for the contest.
by Adam Robinson - May 13, 2023
This weekend will see the grand final of the biggest music event in the world come to Liverpool. The Eurovision Song Contest has created many a musical theatre star, but Sweden have been delighted for 14 years by commentary from a powerhouse of Swedish theatre, TV and film. I spoke with writer, director and TV star Edward af Sillén about his career and love for the contest.
The Crazy Coqs to Present ALEX LODGE, CHOOSE HAPPY in July
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Crazy Coqs in the heart of London's glittering West End has announced The Crazy Coqs Presents... Intimate and Live Alex Lodge - Choose Happy!
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Crazy Coqs in the heart of London's glittering West End has announced The Crazy Coqs Presents... Intimate and Live Alex Lodge - Choose Happy!
Review: BISCUITS FOR BREAKFAST, Hampstead Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - May 12, 2023
An overstuffed and underbaked look at food poverty
by Alexander Cohen - May 12, 2023
An overstuffed and underbaked look at food poverty
Full Cast Announced For I F*CKED YOU IN MY SPACESHIP at Soho Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Direct from its sold-out critically acclaimed run at VAULT Festival, where it won an Origins Award for Outstanding New Work, I F*cked You in my Spaceship transfers to Soho Theatre, London, for a three-week engagement from Monday 19 June - Saturday 8 July.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Direct from its sold-out critically acclaimed run at VAULT Festival, where it won an Origins Award for Outstanding New Work, I F*cked You in my Spaceship transfers to Soho Theatre, London, for a three-week engagement from Monday 19 June - Saturday 8 July.
HAMILTON, SIX, and Many More Confirmed For The Acting For Others 2023 West End Flea Market
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Theatrical charity Acting for Others has announced the leading West End theatre shows participating in this year's West End Flea Market.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Theatrical charity Acting for Others has announced the leading West End theatre shows participating in this year's West End Flea Market.
Danielle Steers Joins the Cast of New Musical FURY AND ELYSIUM
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Queer, revolutionary musical Fury and Elysium has announced the cast for its run at The Other Palace Studio this summer, immersing audiences in Weimar-era Berlin and the fight for artistic revolution against the backdrop of the rise of fascism.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Queer, revolutionary musical Fury and Elysium has announced the cast for its run at The Other Palace Studio this summer, immersing audiences in Weimar-era Berlin and the fight for artistic revolution against the backdrop of the rise of fascism.
Review: CYMBELINE, Royal Shakespeare Theatre
by Gary Naylor - May 12, 2023
Entertaining from first to last, this less well-known play sparkles for three hours and finishes with a heartfelt plea for harmony
by Gary Naylor - May 12, 2023
Entertaining from first to last, this less well-known play sparkles for three hours and finishes with a heartfelt plea for harmony
Review: GÖTEBORGSOPERANS DANSKOMPANI, Sadler's Wells
by Matthew Paluch - May 12, 2023
What did our critic think of GÖTEBORGSOPERANS DANSKOMPANI at Sadler's Wells?
by Matthew Paluch - May 12, 2023
What did our critic think of GÖTEBORGSOPERANS DANSKOMPANI at Sadler's Wells?
Bradley Jaden, Orfeh, and The Overtones Will Appear as Special Guests For Samantha Barks In Concert At Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Musical Theatre superstar Samantha Barks has announced special guests for her upcoming London Theatre Royal Show on 30th May, in which she will celebrate musical theatre from the past decade.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Musical Theatre superstar Samantha Barks has announced special guests for her upcoming London Theatre Royal Show on 30th May, in which she will celebrate musical theatre from the past decade.
FAKING BAD and HALLS Come to The Turbine Theatre This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
The Turbine Theatre, at Battersea Power Station will bring Halls, a new musical directed by Andy Fickman (Heathers) and written by Jennifer Harrison and George Stroud, to audiences from 07 July.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
The Turbine Theatre, at Battersea Power Station will bring Halls, a new musical directed by Andy Fickman (Heathers) and written by Jennifer Harrison and George Stroud, to audiences from 07 July.
HADESTOWN Sets West End Return Date and Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Producers of Hadestown have confirmed the return of this multi award-winning new musical to the UK. Winner of 8 Tony® Awards including ‘Best Musical’ and a Grammy® Award for ‘Best Musical Theatre Album’, Hadestown will make its West End premiere at the Lyric Theatre from Saturday 10 February 2024.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Producers of Hadestown have confirmed the return of this multi award-winning new musical to the UK. Winner of 8 Tony® Awards including ‘Best Musical’ and a Grammy® Award for ‘Best Musical Theatre Album’, Hadestown will make its West End premiere at the Lyric Theatre from Saturday 10 February 2024.
FAULTY TOWERS THE DINING EXPERIENCE Will Perform New UK Residencies In Edinburgh, Birmingham, Manchester, and Leicester
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Artistic Director Alison Pollard-Mansergh, Producer Jared Harford, and the whole team at Interactive Theatre International are proud to announce that – due to popular demand - new dates have been released for the Hotel Brooklyn residencies for Faulty Towers The Dining Experience, the critically acclaimed international immersive phenomenon currently celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Artistic Director Alison Pollard-Mansergh, Producer Jared Harford, and the whole team at Interactive Theatre International are proud to announce that – due to popular demand - new dates have been released for the Hotel Brooklyn residencies for Faulty Towers The Dining Experience, the critically acclaimed international immersive phenomenon currently celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary.
Doughlicious Super-Stuffed Cookies Launch in Trafalgar Theatre and Chiswick Cinema
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked cookies — well, that is, other than actually biting into a warm, fresh-baked cookie while enjoying a show at the original Trafalgar Theatre or movie at Chiswich Cinema.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked cookies — well, that is, other than actually biting into a warm, fresh-baked cookie while enjoying a show at the original Trafalgar Theatre or movie at Chiswich Cinema.
George Maguire, Karen Mav, Lifford Shillingford, Anton Stephans & Tara Lee Star In TARANTINO LIVE: FOX FORCE FIVE & THE TYRANNY OF EVIL MEN
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
Tarantino Live: Fox Force Five & The Tyranny of Evil Men premieres this summer at Riverside Studios, with a 10-week season at Studio 2 at the Hammersmith venue, playing from 6 June – 13 August, with a press night on Tuesday, 13 June.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
Tarantino Live: Fox Force Five & The Tyranny of Evil Men premieres this summer at Riverside Studios, with a 10-week season at Studio 2 at the Hammersmith venue, playing from 6 June – 13 August, with a press night on Tuesday, 13 June.
FLAMENCO FESTIVAL LONDON Returns To Sadler's Wells For A Fortnight Of Andalusian Culture, 5- 15 July
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
The Flamenco Festival returns to Sadler's Wells for a fortnight this summer, opening with Olivier Award-winning dancer and choreographer Sara Baras, who performs across the first week.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
The Flamenco Festival returns to Sadler's Wells for a fortnight this summer, opening with Olivier Award-winning dancer and choreographer Sara Baras, who performs across the first week.
Photos: See Ruthie Henshall, Les Dennis & More in Rehearsals for 42 STREET
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
See rehearsal photos for 42nd Street, playing Curve, Leicester and Sadler’s Wells!
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
See rehearsal photos for 42nd Street, playing Curve, Leicester and Sadler’s Wells!
Photos: Full Cast Set for Joseph Fiennes-Led DEAR ENGLAND; Get a First Look Inside Rehearsals
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
The National Theatre has announced the full cast for Dear England, a new play by James Graham telling the story of the England men’s football team under Gareth Southgate’s management. See rehearsal photos!
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
The National Theatre has announced the full cast for Dear England, a new play by James Graham telling the story of the England men’s football team under Gareth Southgate’s management. See rehearsal photos!
Feature: The Show Must Eurovision – A Celebration of Musical Theatre Eurovision Song Contest Stars – Part Three
by Adam Robinson - May 11, 2023
The West End of London might be an epicentre for musical theatre, but it is not just UK Eurovision stars who have taken to the stage. An other Eurovision powerhouse country Sweden currently have six wins to their name, and also sparkling smorgasbord of representatives who have stood in the musical theatre spotlight.
by Adam Robinson - May 11, 2023
The West End of London might be an epicentre for musical theatre, but it is not just UK Eurovision stars who have taken to the stage. An other Eurovision powerhouse country Sweden currently have six wins to their name, and also sparkling smorgasbord of representatives who have stood in the musical theatre spotlight.
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