Nick Mohammed Adds New Date to THE VERY BEST & WORST OF MR. SWALLOW Tour
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
Two-time Emmy award nominee and star of Ted Lasso Nick Mohammed's beloved alter ego, Mr. Swallow is adding another extra date to his first ever UK tour. Having sold out across the UK, 'Nick Mohammed presents The Very Best & Worst of Mr. Swallow' will now have an additional matinee performance on May 21st at the Duke Of York's Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
Two-time Emmy award nominee and star of Ted Lasso Nick Mohammed's beloved alter ego, Mr. Swallow is adding another extra date to his first ever UK tour. Having sold out across the UK, 'Nick Mohammed presents The Very Best & Worst of Mr. Swallow' will now have an additional matinee performance on May 21st at the Duke Of York's Theatre.
Details of Staging Released Ahead of CORONATION CONCERT
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 02, 2023
The Coronation Concert stage design has been developed with a unique vision to respond to its historic site and occasion. For the first time ever, the East Terrace of Windsor Castle will host a spectacular live concert that will also be seen in over 100 countries around the world, and attended by 20,000 members of the public from across the UK.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 02, 2023
The Coronation Concert stage design has been developed with a unique vision to respond to its historic site and occasion. For the first time ever, the East Terrace of Windsor Castle will host a spectacular live concert that will also be seen in over 100 countries around the world, and attended by 20,000 members of the public from across the UK.
Review: WUTHERING HEIGHTS, Royal & Derngate
by Mickey-Jo Boucher - May 02, 2023
For what it's worth, I think Emily Brontë would probably love this new production of her then controversial 19th century novel, Wuthering Heights.
by Mickey-Jo Boucher - May 02, 2023
For what it's worth, I think Emily Brontë would probably love this new production of her then controversial 19th century novel, Wuthering Heights.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal With the Sixth Cast of 2:22 A GHOST STORY
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
Following the announcement of the sixth cast for 2:22 A Ghost Story, Producer Runaway Entertainment has released photos from rehearsals ahead of the first preview on 14 May.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
Following the announcement of the sixth cast for 2:22 A Ghost Story, Producer Runaway Entertainment has released photos from rehearsals ahead of the first preview on 14 May.
Hope Mill Theatre Presents a New Production of the Punk Rock Musical LIZZIE
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
Hope Mill Theatre has announced its new production of punk rock musical LIZZIE will premiere in Manchester this September, before touring.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
Hope Mill Theatre has announced its new production of punk rock musical LIZZIE will premiere in Manchester this September, before touring.
Feature: Is AI the Future of Live Theatre? Not Yet.
by Cindy Marcolina - May 02, 2023
The launch of ChatGPT has been received with general apprehension, if not frantic worry, by writers worldwide. If you can train Artificial Intelligence to deliver copy as profound, correct, and well-written as it’s humanly possible, does it mean that writing is soon to be an obsolete profession?
by Cindy Marcolina - May 02, 2023
The launch of ChatGPT has been received with general apprehension, if not frantic worry, by writers worldwide. If you can train Artificial Intelligence to deliver copy as profound, correct, and well-written as it’s humanly possible, does it mean that writing is soon to be an obsolete profession?
Review: A FESTIVAL OF KOREAN DANCE, The Place
by Matthew Paluch - May 02, 2023
That uncomfortable feeling when you really want something to be good and it just isn't. That's how the opening night of A Festival Of Korean Dance 2023 (its sixth year) at The Place felt.
by Matthew Paluch - May 02, 2023
That uncomfortable feeling when you really want something to be good and it just isn't. That's how the opening night of A Festival Of Korean Dance 2023 (its sixth year) at The Place felt.
THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE Leads Our Top Ten Shows For May
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 01, 2023
As we wait to throw off our thermals and the sun to show its face, London has some theatrical treats to tickle your tastebuds this May.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 01, 2023
As we wait to throw off our thermals and the sun to show its face, London has some theatrical treats to tickle your tastebuds this May.
Review: SYMPHONY OF SORROWFUL SONGS (SYMPHONY NO. 3 OP. 36), London Coliseum
by Franco Milazzo - April 29, 2023
Featuring a work which doesn’t even last an hour, this was never going to be an ordinary evening for the English National Opera but, even from the off, history was being written.
by Franco Milazzo - April 29, 2023
Featuring a work which doesn’t even last an hour, this was never going to be an ordinary evening for the English National Opera but, even from the off, history was being written.
Review: GLORY RIDE, Charing Cross Theatre
by Gary Naylor - April 29, 2023
The longtime secret story of the double-life of one of Italy's favourite sons is brought to the stage in a bold new musical
by Gary Naylor - April 29, 2023
The longtime secret story of the double-life of one of Italy's favourite sons is brought to the stage in a bold new musical
Photos: First Look at Al Murray and Mel Giedroyc in THE CROWN JEWELS
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
First look photos have been released of Al Murray (The Pub Landlord) and Mel Giedroyc (BBC 1’s The Great British Bake Off, Channel 4’s Light Lunch) who are set to start in the hilarious new West End comedy, The Crown Jewels which runs at The Garrick Theatre from Friday 7 July – Saturday 16 September 2023 ahead of regional tour dates.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
First look photos have been released of Al Murray (The Pub Landlord) and Mel Giedroyc (BBC 1’s The Great British Bake Off, Channel 4’s Light Lunch) who are set to start in the hilarious new West End comedy, The Crown Jewels which runs at The Garrick Theatre from Friday 7 July – Saturday 16 September 2023 ahead of regional tour dates.
AFTERLIFEOVERTIME Announced at The White Bear Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
The White Bear Theatre presents AfterlifeOvertime, May 9th-13th from 7:30 PM.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
The White Bear Theatre presents AfterlifeOvertime, May 9th-13th from 7:30 PM.
Full Cast Revealed For the World Première of Raminder Kaur's BREADTH at Omnibus Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
Sohaya Vision alongside Mukul and Ghetto Tigers have announced full casting for the world première of breaDth at Omnibus Theatre. Mukul Ahmed directs Erin Geraghty, Rez Kabir, Suzanne Kendall, David Kukadia, Kareem Nasif, and Celine Shamdasani.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
Sohaya Vision alongside Mukul and Ghetto Tigers have announced full casting for the world première of breaDth at Omnibus Theatre. Mukul Ahmed directs Erin Geraghty, Rez Kabir, Suzanne Kendall, David Kukadia, Kareem Nasif, and Celine Shamdasani.
Interview: 'To Be Able to Perform One Show That Encapsulates Both Parts of Me is Very Important': Christina Bianco on IN DIVINE COMPANY at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Kat Mokrynski - April 28, 2023
BroadwayWorld UK recently spoke with Christina Bianco, whose solo show, In Divine Company, will be running at the Menier Chocolate Factory next month. We discussed the creative process of creating show, the differences between performing as others and herself, and why this show will be great for audiences of all ages.
by Kat Mokrynski - April 28, 2023
BroadwayWorld UK recently spoke with Christina Bianco, whose solo show, In Divine Company, will be running at the Menier Chocolate Factory next month. We discussed the creative process of creating show, the differences between performing as others and herself, and why this show will be great for audiences of all ages.
Review: RICHARD III, Rose Theatre
by Debbie Gilpin - April 28, 2023
“I am determined to prove a villain, and hate the idle pleasures of these days.” There is no pretence between Richard III and his audience; he sets out his manifesto from the very beginning of the play, and we are left to watch in horror as he sees it through – deed by bloody deed.
by Debbie Gilpin - April 28, 2023
“I am determined to prove a villain, and hate the idle pleasures of these days.” There is no pretence between Richard III and his audience; he sets out his manifesto from the very beginning of the play, and we are left to watch in horror as he sees it through – deed by bloody deed.
Outgoing ENO Chief Executive Stewart Murphy Takes Aim at Arts Bosses, Saying 'History is Watching'
by Aliya Al-Hassan - April 28, 2023
Outgoing English National Opera Chief Executive Stewart Murphy has warned the government and leaders of Arts Council England that 'history is watching'.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - April 28, 2023
Outgoing English National Opera Chief Executive Stewart Murphy has warned the government and leaders of Arts Council England that 'history is watching'.
Cast Revealed For UNDER THE KUNDE TREE at Southwark Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
The cast has been announced for the world premiere of Under the Kundè Tree, an empowering production set during the ‘Hidden War’ of Cameroonian Independence in the 1950s, coming to Southwark Playhouse.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
The cast has been announced for the world premiere of Under the Kundè Tree, an empowering production set during the ‘Hidden War’ of Cameroonian Independence in the 1950s, coming to Southwark Playhouse.
Photos: First Look at WAR & CULTURE at New Diorama Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
All new production photos have been released for War & Culture at New Diorama Theatre. Performances run 26 April – 12 May, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
All new production photos have been released for War & Culture at New Diorama Theatre. Performances run 26 April – 12 May, 2023.
MUSICAL CON Reveals 70 Special Guests Joining Fans at ExCel London
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
MUSICAL CON, the West End's official musical theatre fan convention, is back with over 70 West End stars joining fans at the ExCeL London on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 October 2023.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
MUSICAL CON, the West End's official musical theatre fan convention, is back with over 70 West End stars joining fans at the ExCeL London on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 October 2023.
Dave Willetts Joins West End Revival of ASPECTS OF LOVE Next Month
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
Dave Willetts, one of the UK's most critically acclaimed musical stars joins the cast of the West End revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Aspects of Love, which opens on 13 May 2023 at the Lyric Theatre in London. He will play the role of Sir George Dillingham at every Monday performance from 29 May 2023, the role played by Michael Ball at every other performance.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2023
Dave Willetts, one of the UK's most critically acclaimed musical stars joins the cast of the West End revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Aspects of Love, which opens on 13 May 2023 at the Lyric Theatre in London. He will play the role of Sir George Dillingham at every Monday performance from 29 May 2023, the role played by Michael Ball at every other performance.
Review: THE RETREAT, Finborough Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - April 28, 2023
Far from being the meaty two-hours-45-cum-interval, it chases its own tail in an exhausting, exasperating, overlong, and overblown production directed by Emma Jude Harris. It’s genuinely difficult to see the point of the play.
by Cindy Marcolina - April 28, 2023
Far from being the meaty two-hours-45-cum-interval, it chases its own tail in an exhausting, exasperating, overlong, and overblown production directed by Emma Jude Harris. It’s genuinely difficult to see the point of the play.
Tickets Now On Sale for ELF THE MUSICAL at the Dominion Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - April 28, 2023
Son of a nutcracker! London’s “ultimate Christmas show” (Smooth FM), ELF The Musical returns to spread festive cheer at the Dominion Theatre this winter. Based on the beloved film, this “wow, wow, wow... absolutely brilliant!” (Heart Radio) holiday favourite dazzles the West End for a strictly limited season only from 15 November 2023 to 6 January 2024.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - April 28, 2023
Son of a nutcracker! London’s “ultimate Christmas show” (Smooth FM), ELF The Musical returns to spread festive cheer at the Dominion Theatre this winter. Based on the beloved film, this “wow, wow, wow... absolutely brilliant!” (Heart Radio) holiday favourite dazzles the West End for a strictly limited season only from 15 November 2023 to 6 January 2024.
Review: A PLAY FOR THE LIVING IN A TIME OF EXTINCTION, Barbican Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - April 28, 2023
Katie Mitchell's climate change wake-up call is a cold, hard slap in the face
by Alexander Cohen - April 28, 2023
Katie Mitchell's climate change wake-up call is a cold, hard slap in the face
OperaUpClose Will Embark on Reimagined Tour of THE FLYING DUTCHMAN
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
Bringing the maritime opera to audiences in unconventional performance venues at waterside locations, award-winning OperaUpClose in partnership with recent RPS Award winning Manchester Camerata reinvigorate Wagner's classic with an English libretto by poet and novelist Glyn Maxwell and an 8-piece chamber orchestration by Laura Bowler.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
Bringing the maritime opera to audiences in unconventional performance venues at waterside locations, award-winning OperaUpClose in partnership with recent RPS Award winning Manchester Camerata reinvigorate Wagner's classic with an English libretto by poet and novelist Glyn Maxwell and an 8-piece chamber orchestration by Laura Bowler.
PLAYFIGHT Comes to Pleasance Theatre as Part of its Spring/Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
Orísun Productions announced in its 5th anniversary year, that its critically acclaimed stage play PlayFight will run for five nights from 29th May & 31st May-3rd June 2023 as part of Pleasance Theatre's Spring/Summer Season.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
Orísun Productions announced in its 5th anniversary year, that its critically acclaimed stage play PlayFight will run for five nights from 29th May & 31st May-3rd June 2023 as part of Pleasance Theatre's Spring/Summer Season.
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