Review: MAKE ME FEEL, Bush Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - August 22, 2025
We meet Jamie and Ruby as they’re planning their wedding playlist. What follows is a collection of vignettes that lead up to the big day. Playwright Will Jackson drafts a flawed piece for the 18-25 Bush Young Company. Directed by Katie Greenall, it could be the personal exploration of a society that continuously forces us into our assigned roles, but it comes off as if the writing is simply ticking off a list of pertinent sociopolitical issues. Featuring anxiety, anti-genocide activism, eldest daughter syndrome, the housing crisis, suicide, and more, it’s a lot. Combine that with a cast of 17 young actors who all need to do something, and most productions would be in danger of becoming messy.
by Cindy Marcolina - August 22, 2025
We meet Jamie and Ruby as they’re planning their wedding playlist. What follows is a collection of vignettes that lead up to the big day. Playwright Will Jackson drafts a flawed piece for the 18-25 Bush Young Company. Directed by Katie Greenall, it could be the personal exploration of a society that continuously forces us into our assigned roles, but it comes off as if the writing is simply ticking off a list of pertinent sociopolitical issues. Featuring anxiety, anti-genocide activism, eldest daughter syndrome, the housing crisis, suicide, and more, it’s a lot. Combine that with a cast of 17 young actors who all need to do something, and most productions would be in danger of becoming messy.
Review: EVERY BRILLIANT THING, Starring Jonny Donahoe, @sohoplace
by Abbie Grundy - August 22, 2025
Every Brilliant Thing is a masterful exploration of mental health struggles and the power of resilience .
by Abbie Grundy - August 22, 2025
Every Brilliant Thing is a masterful exploration of mental health struggles and the power of resilience .
Review: THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE, Sadler’s Wells
by Matthew Paluch - August 22, 2025
If it ain't broke, don't fix it - but by all means develop it into a one-show-does-all situation, which is very much the case for The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe currently showing at Sadler’s Wells. The production is geared towards a younger audience, however anyone who goes won't be able to escape the magic and undeniably high level of the entire production.
by Matthew Paluch - August 22, 2025
If it ain't broke, don't fix it - but by all means develop it into a one-show-does-all situation, which is very much the case for The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe currently showing at Sadler’s Wells. The production is geared towards a younger audience, however anyone who goes won't be able to escape the magic and undeniably high level of the entire production.
Review: AS YOU LIKE IT, Starring Harriet Walter, Theatre Royal Bath
by Cheryl Markosky - August 22, 2025
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by Cheryl Markosky - August 22, 2025
What did our critic think of AS YOU LIKE IT, STARRING HARRIET WALTER, THEATRE ROYAL BATH at Theatre Royal Bath?
Photos: INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS UK Tour In Rehearsal
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2025
Melting Pot and Birmingham Repertory Theatre will launch a major UK tour of Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts, the first-ever stage adaptation of Colin Dexter's iconic detective. Check out photos from inside the rehearsal room as the productions prepares to head out on tour.
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2025
Melting Pot and Birmingham Repertory Theatre will launch a major UK tour of Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts, the first-ever stage adaptation of Colin Dexter's iconic detective. Check out photos from inside the rehearsal room as the productions prepares to head out on tour.
Photos: EMMA In Rehearsal At Rose Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2025
Rose Theatre will present the world premiere of Emma, Ava Pickett’s new adaptation of Jane Austen’s timeless story of romance, friendship, and the tricky business of figuring out what truly makes us happy. Check out photos from inside the rehearsal room!
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2025
Rose Theatre will present the world premiere of Emma, Ava Pickett’s new adaptation of Jane Austen’s timeless story of romance, friendship, and the tricky business of figuring out what truly makes us happy. Check out photos from inside the rehearsal room!
First Listen: Sydnie Christmas Sings ‘Animal Lover’ in 101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2025
Britain’s Got Talent winner Sydnie Christmas stars as Cruella De Vil in 101 Dalmatians The Musical at the Eventim Apollo, now in its final week through August 30, 2025. Her recording of “Animal Lover” is available to stream on Spotify.
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2025
Britain’s Got Talent winner Sydnie Christmas stars as Cruella De Vil in 101 Dalmatians The Musical at the Eventim Apollo, now in its final week through August 30, 2025. Her recording of “Animal Lover” is available to stream on Spotify.
Video: Jessie Mueller Performs 'So Alive' From BEAUTIFUL LITTLE FOOL
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2025
A brand-new musical, Beautiful Little Fool, with music and lyrics by Hannah Corneau and a book by Mona Mansour, directed by Michael Greif, will release its concept album in October. Watch Jessie Mueller perform 'So Alive' here!
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2025
A brand-new musical, Beautiful Little Fool, with music and lyrics by Hannah Corneau and a book by Mona Mansour, directed by Michael Greif, will release its concept album in October. Watch Jessie Mueller perform 'So Alive' here!
Video: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Celebrates its 7.5-Year West End Run
by Stephi Wild - August 21, 2025
An all new video has been released, celebrating the last 7.5 years of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at The Aldwych Theatre in the West End. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - August 21, 2025
An all new video has been released, celebrating the last 7.5 years of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at The Aldwych Theatre in the West End. Check out the video here!
Review: A MANCHESTER ANTHEM, Riverside Studios
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 21, 2025
As thousands of young people stock up on Ikea frying pans and instant noodles in preparation for their first step away from home, Nick Dawkins's A Manchester Anthem is a poignant, funny and touching portrait of one such young man's last night in his home city of Manchester before he leaves for university.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 21, 2025
As thousands of young people stock up on Ikea frying pans and instant noodles in preparation for their first step away from home, Nick Dawkins's A Manchester Anthem is a poignant, funny and touching portrait of one such young man's last night in his home city of Manchester before he leaves for university.
Ballet Nights To Celebrate 2nd Anniversary With BOUND IN MOTION At Cadogan Hall
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
Ballet Nights will celebrate its second anniversary with BOUND IN MOTION at Cadogan Hall on September 10–11, 2025. The programme features Royal Ballet stars Fumi Kaneko and Vadim Muntagirov in Balanchine’s Apollo, alongside English National Ballet principals, flamenco artists Andrés Barrios and El Yiyo, and Ballet D’Jerri.
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
Ballet Nights will celebrate its second anniversary with BOUND IN MOTION at Cadogan Hall on September 10–11, 2025. The programme features Royal Ballet stars Fumi Kaneko and Vadim Muntagirov in Balanchine’s Apollo, alongside English National Ballet principals, flamenco artists Andrés Barrios and El Yiyo, and Ballet D’Jerri.
Photos: Mike Bartlett’s JUNIPER BLOOD at Donmar Warehouse
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of the world premiere of Mike Bartlett’s Juniper Blood at Donmar Warehouse. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of the world premiere of Mike Bartlett’s Juniper Blood at Donmar Warehouse. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Paapa Essiedu, Maxine Peake, Claudia Jessie, Fionn Whitehead & Jenny Beavan Named Open Door Ambassadors
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
Open Door, the award-winning charity helping actors and behind the scenes creatives from low income backgrounds secure places at leading drama schools, has unveiled a string of new high profile ambassadors.
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
Open Door, the award-winning charity helping actors and behind the scenes creatives from low income backgrounds secure places at leading drama schools, has unveiled a string of new high profile ambassadors.
Cast and Crew of EVITA, STEREOPHONIC, and More Nominated For The Stage Debut Awards 2025
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
The Stage Debut Awards have announced the nominees for 2025. The winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony next month. Check out the full list of nominations here!
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
The Stage Debut Awards have announced the nominees for 2025. The winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony next month. Check out the full list of nominations here!
National Theatre Will Launch New, Free Exhibition THE GREEKS: RADICAL REINVENTION
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
The National Theatre will bring a new, free exhibition to the Wolfson Gallery, The Greeks: Radical Reinvention from 9 September, journeying through past reimaginings of Greek tragedies produced on its stages.
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
The National Theatre will bring a new, free exhibition to the Wolfson Gallery, The Greeks: Radical Reinvention from 9 September, journeying through past reimaginings of Greek tragedies produced on its stages.
Principal Cast Set For PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Stephi Wild - August 21, 2025
As rehearsals begin for the world premiere of PADDINGTON The Musical, the principal cast and further members of the creative team have been revealed. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - August 21, 2025
As rehearsals begin for the world premiere of PADDINGTON The Musical, the principal cast and further members of the creative team have been revealed. Learn more here!
WODEHOUSE IN WONDERLAND Returns to London's Tabard Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
Robert Daws will bring to life the humour and heart of one of Britain’s greatest comic writers when he stars in William Humble’s play Wodehouse in Wonderland, which returns to London’s Tabard Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2025
Robert Daws will bring to life the humour and heart of one of Britain’s greatest comic writers when he stars in William Humble’s play Wodehouse in Wonderland, which returns to London’s Tabard Theatre.
Review: BBC PROMS: PAPPANO CONDUCTS PUCCINI AND STRAUSS, Royal Albert Hall
by Debbie Gilpin - August 20, 2025
How better to welcome the London Symphony Orchestra’s Chief Conductor to this year’s Proms than with an opera-themed programme? Sir Antonio Pappano is a vibrant character in the world of classical music, and the Royal Albert Hall felt like a fitting venue for him to showcase his continued passion for the artform; two powerful 20th century operas were the order of the day, performed to a packed out auditorium.
by Debbie Gilpin - August 20, 2025
How better to welcome the London Symphony Orchestra’s Chief Conductor to this year’s Proms than with an opera-themed programme? Sir Antonio Pappano is a vibrant character in the world of classical music, and the Royal Albert Hall felt like a fitting venue for him to showcase his continued passion for the artform; two powerful 20th century operas were the order of the day, performed to a packed out auditorium.
Review: THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
by Christiana Rose - August 20, 2025
Roald Dahl’s beastly reptile slithers into Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre in a dazzling musical version which proves as entertaining for adults as it is for the children it is written for. With a witty book and lyrics by Suhayla El-Bushra, infectious songs by Ahmed Abdullahi Gallab, and a playful design which bursts with colour, this is a joyful piece of family theatre which fizzes with invention and charm.
by Christiana Rose - August 20, 2025
Roald Dahl’s beastly reptile slithers into Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre in a dazzling musical version which proves as entertaining for adults as it is for the children it is written for. With a witty book and lyrics by Suhayla El-Bushra, infectious songs by Ahmed Abdullahi Gallab, and a playful design which bursts with colour, this is a joyful piece of family theatre which fizzes with invention and charm.
Review: THE GATHERED LEAVES, Park Theatre
by Louise Penn - August 20, 2025
The Gathered Leaves has been away from the stage for a whole decade, but still intrigues. As each metaphorical leaf falls, we can’t help but keep watching thanks to the skill and commitment of the writer, director, cast and all involved. A theatrical treat. With topics such as autism, dementia, racism, infidelity, and mortality threaded throughout The Gathered Leaves, there is much to explore and absorb in this play. It feels real without ever being forced or preachy.
by Louise Penn - August 20, 2025
The Gathered Leaves has been away from the stage for a whole decade, but still intrigues. As each metaphorical leaf falls, we can’t help but keep watching thanks to the skill and commitment of the writer, director, cast and all involved. A theatrical treat. With topics such as autism, dementia, racism, infidelity, and mortality threaded throughout The Gathered Leaves, there is much to explore and absorb in this play. It feels real without ever being forced or preachy.
Review: TWELFTH NIGHT, Shakespeare's Globe
by Clementine Scott - August 20, 2025
‘This is Illyria,’ bellows the sea captain conveying the shipwrecked Viola to shore, in what is surely one of Shakespeare’s most straightforward opening lines. In Robin Belfield’s new production, that triumphant declaration serves as an introduction not just to Twelfth Night’s fictional Balkan setting, but also to the rich visual universe Belfield has conjured up onstage.
by Clementine Scott - August 20, 2025
‘This is Illyria,’ bellows the sea captain conveying the shipwrecked Viola to shore, in what is surely one of Shakespeare’s most straightforward opening lines. In Robin Belfield’s new production, that triumphant declaration serves as an introduction not just to Twelfth Night’s fictional Balkan setting, but also to the rich visual universe Belfield has conjured up onstage.
Photos: THE GLAMIFICATION OF LOKI In Rehearsal At Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2025
British Youth Music Theatre (BYMT) will present the world premiere of The Glamification of Loki at Southwark Playhouse Elephant beginning August 29. Written and composed by Eden Tredwell, the award-winning new musical reimagines Norse mythology through the lens of modern glamour. See photos from the show.
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2025
British Youth Music Theatre (BYMT) will present the world premiere of The Glamification of Loki at Southwark Playhouse Elephant beginning August 29. Written and composed by Eden Tredwell, the award-winning new musical reimagines Norse mythology through the lens of modern glamour. See photos from the show.
MONSTER Transfers To Seven Dials Playhouse This Autumn
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2025
Abigail Hood’s Monster, a triple OFFIE-nominated play that won Best Supporting Performance in 2022, will transfer to Seven Dials Playhouse this autumn. Running September 24–October 18.
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2025
Abigail Hood’s Monster, a triple OFFIE-nominated play that won Best Supporting Performance in 2022, will transfer to Seven Dials Playhouse this autumn. Running September 24–October 18.
Photos: THE HARDER THEY COME in Rehearsal at Stratford East
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2025
Stratford East has released first look rehearsal images for The Harder They Come, the newly adapted reggae musical based on the cult Jamaican film of the same name. Check out the photos here!
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2025
Stratford East has released first look rehearsal images for The Harder They Come, the newly adapted reggae musical based on the cult Jamaican film of the same name. Check out the photos here!
UK Stage Actress Gracie Cochrane Joins HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - August 19, 2025
Stage actress Gracie Cochrane, who recently starred as Jemima Potts in the UK tour of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, has been tapped to play Ginny Weasley in HBO's Harry Potter series.
by Josh Sharpe - August 19, 2025
Stage actress Gracie Cochrane, who recently starred as Jemima Potts in the UK tour of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, has been tapped to play Ginny Weasley in HBO's Harry Potter series.
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