Photos: First Look at THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 at Watford Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Leading actor and writer Tracy-Ann Oberman will reinvent the role of Shylock in the hotly anticipated production directed by Brigid Larmour, Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Watford Palace Theatre. Check out photos here!
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Leading actor and writer Tracy-Ann Oberman will reinvent the role of Shylock in the hotly anticipated production directed by Brigid Larmour, Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Watford Palace Theatre. Check out photos here!
Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Make of the OKLAHOMA! West End Transfer?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 01, 2023
OKLAHOMA! tells a story of a community banding together against an outsider, and the frontier life that shaped America. Seventy-five years after Rodgers & Hammerstein reinvented the American musical, this visionary production is funny and sexy, provocative and probing, without changing a word of the text. What did the critics think?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 01, 2023
OKLAHOMA! tells a story of a community banding together against an outsider, and the frontier life that shaped America. Seventy-five years after Rodgers & Hammerstein reinvented the American musical, this visionary production is funny and sexy, provocative and probing, without changing a word of the text. What did the critics think?
Review: OKLAHOMA!, Wyndham's Theatre
by Laura Jones - March 01, 2023
There’s been much excitement about the West End transfer of Daniel Fish’s production of Oklahoma! Following a successful run on Broadway it was inevitable that the West End would be its next stop.
by Laura Jones - March 01, 2023
There’s been much excitement about the West End transfer of Daniel Fish’s production of Oklahoma! Following a successful run on Broadway it was inevitable that the West End would be its next stop.
BETTY BLUE EYES Will Get First London Revival at the Union Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
'Betty Blue Eyes' is an utterly British musical, full of eccentric characters.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
'Betty Blue Eyes' is an utterly British musical, full of eccentric characters.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL at the Garrick Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
All new rehearsal images have been released of the What’s On Stage Award-Winning BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL which begins performances at The Garrick Theatre on Saturday 4 March.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
All new rehearsal images have been released of the What’s On Stage Award-Winning BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL which begins performances at The Garrick Theatre on Saturday 4 March.
London Theatre Week: Tickets from £25 for BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 01, 2023
London Theatre Week: Tickets from £25 for Back To The Future The Musical Based on the classic 1980s film, this spectacular and hilarious musical adventure is directed by the Tony Award-winning John Rando, with a score by legendary film composer Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard (Ghost The Musical), along with hit songs from the film.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 01, 2023
London Theatre Week: Tickets from £25 for Back To The Future The Musical Based on the classic 1980s film, this spectacular and hilarious musical adventure is directed by the Tony Award-winning John Rando, with a score by legendary film composer Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard (Ghost The Musical), along with hit songs from the film.
Sir Ian McKellen and John Bishop Awarded Seats in the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre Auditorium
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Sir Ian McKellen and John Bishop have been presented with seat plaques in Wolverhampton Grand Theatre's auditorium following a triumphant run of the pantomime, Mother Goose, which played from 22 – 26 February 2023 - securing their place in the Grand Theatre history books.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Sir Ian McKellen and John Bishop have been presented with seat plaques in Wolverhampton Grand Theatre's auditorium following a triumphant run of the pantomime, Mother Goose, which played from 22 – 26 February 2023 - securing their place in the Grand Theatre history books.
Video: Molly Lynch Sings 'All The Dead Poets' From The World Première of KILLING THE CAT
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
An all new video has been released of Molly Lynch singing the haunting song 'ALL THE DEAD POETS' from the world première of major new musical Killing The Cat, accompanied by Musical Director Billy Bullivant.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
An all new video has been released of Molly Lynch singing the haunting song 'ALL THE DEAD POETS' from the world première of major new musical Killing The Cat, accompanied by Musical Director Billy Bullivant.
Adam Riches Brings THE BEAKINGTON TOWN HALL MURDERS to London's Soho Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Edinburgh Comedy Award winner Adam Riches will bring his interactive comedy, whodunnit murder mystery show, The Beakington Town Hall Murders to London's Soho Theatre. For six nights only, the show will run from 12th – 17th June 2023 at 7:30pm, with tickets on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Edinburgh Comedy Award winner Adam Riches will bring his interactive comedy, whodunnit murder mystery show, The Beakington Town Hall Murders to London's Soho Theatre. For six nights only, the show will run from 12th – 17th June 2023 at 7:30pm, with tickets on sale now.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For the UK Tour of ANIMAL
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Winner of the inaugural Through the Mill Prize and shortlisted for the Papatango Prize, Park Theatre and Hope Mill Theatre present brand-new play ANIMAL, exploring how disability, sexuality and lust co-exist for people who require round the clock assistance. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Winner of the inaugural Through the Mill Prize and shortlisted for the Papatango Prize, Park Theatre and Hope Mill Theatre present brand-new play ANIMAL, exploring how disability, sexuality and lust co-exist for people who require round the clock assistance. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!
The Vaults' STRANGER SINGS! to Tour UK From September
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 01, 2023
Stranger Sings! is touring the UK, with dates starting from September 2023.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 01, 2023
Stranger Sings! is touring the UK, with dates starting from September 2023.
Review: TRUTH'S A DOG MUST TO KENNEL, Battersea Arts Centre
by Alexander Cohen - March 01, 2023
Metaphysical meandering comes at an opportunity cost
by Alexander Cohen - March 01, 2023
Metaphysical meandering comes at an opportunity cost
Australian Violinist Will Play at Coronation of King Charles III in May
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Australian violin virtuoso MADELEINE EASTON will play at the Coronation of King Charles III on May 6 in London.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Australian violin virtuoso MADELEINE EASTON will play at the Coronation of King Charles III on May 6 in London.
Winner Announced For 2023 Theatre503 International Playwriting Award
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Emerging playwright Roxy Cook was announced today as the winner of the 2023 Theatre503 International Playwriting Award for her first play A Woman Walks Into a Bank. Roxy accepted the Award from Erica Whyman, Chair of the Award Judging Panel at an event taking place in the shell of the 503Studio at Nine Elms, which will become a world-class centre for debut playwrights.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Emerging playwright Roxy Cook was announced today as the winner of the 2023 Theatre503 International Playwriting Award for her first play A Woman Walks Into a Bank. Roxy accepted the Award from Erica Whyman, Chair of the Award Judging Panel at an event taking place in the shell of the 503Studio at Nine Elms, which will become a world-class centre for debut playwrights.
LET'S BUILD! New Interactive Show for 2 - 5 Year Olds Comes to The Polka Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Polka Theatre's Spring 2023 season continues with LET'S BUILD!, the premiere of a new interactive show for 2 – 5-year-olds, in the Adventure Theatre: the versatile studio space in the recently revamped Polka building in Wimbledon.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Polka Theatre's Spring 2023 season continues with LET'S BUILD!, the premiere of a new interactive show for 2 – 5-year-olds, in the Adventure Theatre: the versatile studio space in the recently revamped Polka building in Wimbledon.
PUSSYCAT IN MEMORY OF DARKNESS Comes to the Finborough Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Returning by popular demand, following its performances in Kyiv where it was the first performances in Ukraine by a foreign theatre since the Russian invasion, the OffWestEnd Award finalist for Best New Play Pussycat in Memory of Darkness returns to the Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season on Tuesday, 28 March 2023 (Press Nights: Thursday, 30 March 2023 and Friday, 31 March 2023 at 7.30pm).
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Returning by popular demand, following its performances in Kyiv where it was the first performances in Ukraine by a foreign theatre since the Russian invasion, the OffWestEnd Award finalist for Best New Play Pussycat in Memory of Darkness returns to the Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season on Tuesday, 28 March 2023 (Press Nights: Thursday, 30 March 2023 and Friday, 31 March 2023 at 7.30pm).
GUYS & DOLLS Leads our Top Ten London Shows for March
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 01, 2023
Spring is finally here and March is filled to bursting with some incredible shows.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 01, 2023
Spring is finally here and March is filled to bursting with some incredible shows.
Photos: First Look At The World Premiere Of AN ABSOLUTE FARCE OF A MURDER MYSTERY
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
See photos of the world premiere of AN ABSOLUTE FARCE OF A MURDER MYSTERY. Performances run at The Drayton Arms Theatre, 28 February - 11 March.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
See photos of the world premiere of AN ABSOLUTE FARCE OF A MURDER MYSTERY. Performances run at The Drayton Arms Theatre, 28 February - 11 March.
Lauren Ava Thomas to Present LOVE SONGS IN LONDON at Barons Court Theatre in March
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
Burnt Orange Theatre will host the professional debut of Lauren Ava Thomas, with her performance Love Songs in London. Written and performed by Lauren, a graduate from Rose Bruford, Love Songs in London showcases her new, emerging and untapped talent.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
Burnt Orange Theatre will host the professional debut of Lauren Ava Thomas, with her performance Love Songs in London. Written and performed by Lauren, a graduate from Rose Bruford, Love Songs in London showcases her new, emerging and untapped talent.
Post Malone Extends Wildly Successful 'Twelve Carat' Tour Into Europe
by Michael Major - February 28, 2023
With support from Roddy Ricch on select dates, each night’s packed setlist featured hits like “Reputation”, “I Like You (A Happier Song)”, and “Cooped Up” from the new album as well as fan-favourites like “Rockstar”, “Congratulations”, and “Better Now”. Each song featured a delicate precision of visual and auditory senses.
by Michael Major - February 28, 2023
With support from Roddy Ricch on select dates, each night’s packed setlist featured hits like “Reputation”, “I Like You (A Happier Song)”, and “Cooped Up” from the new album as well as fan-favourites like “Rockstar”, “Congratulations”, and “Better Now”. Each song featured a delicate precision of visual and auditory senses.
Review: HEDDA GABLER, Reading Rep Theatre
by Mica Blackwell - February 28, 2023
Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler has been a vehicle for many actresses to show off their dramatic chops. But when you have Diana Rigg, Ingrid Bergman and Ruth Wilson previously inhabit the titular role, it’s easy to see why. Often dubbed “the female Hamlet,” Ibsen’s titular story breathes new life in Harriet Madeley’s queer spin premiering at Reading Rep.
by Mica Blackwell - February 28, 2023
Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler has been a vehicle for many actresses to show off their dramatic chops. But when you have Diana Rigg, Ingrid Bergman and Ruth Wilson previously inhabit the titular role, it’s easy to see why. Often dubbed “the female Hamlet,” Ibsen’s titular story breathes new life in Harriet Madeley’s queer spin premiering at Reading Rep.
Les Twins and Other Headline Acts Join The 20th Breakin' Convention Festival Lineup at Sadler's Wells
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
International dance sensation Les Twins from France joins the Breakin' Convention Festival line-up this year and performs with original crew members Ruben 'Rubix' Noel and Laura Nala from Criminalz. The duo has toured the world with megastars Beyoncé, Jay-Z and Snoop Dogg. Since first performing at Breakin' Convention in 2015, Les Twins have won the million-dollar prize on NBC's World of Dance.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
International dance sensation Les Twins from France joins the Breakin' Convention Festival line-up this year and performs with original crew members Ruben 'Rubix' Noel and Laura Nala from Criminalz. The duo has toured the world with megastars Beyoncé, Jay-Z and Snoop Dogg. Since first performing at Breakin' Convention in 2015, Les Twins have won the million-dollar prize on NBC's World of Dance.
Omnibus Theatre Launches a Mini-Season of Work Around International Women's Day
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
Omnibus Theatre celebrates International Women's Day on 8th March 2023 with a month of work from female theatre makers exploring life through the lens of womanhood. Learn more about the full season here!
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
Omnibus Theatre celebrates International Women's Day on 8th March 2023 with a month of work from female theatre makers exploring life through the lens of womanhood. Learn more about the full season here!
Additional Guest Stars and Schedule Announced For Mark Evans' BLEAK EXPECTATIONS
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
An additional four guest stars have been added to the list of names who will play the role of Sir Philip Bin in Caroline Leslie's irresistible production of Mark Evans' glorious comedy mash-up Bleak Expectations. Julian Clary, Dermot O'Leary, Sally Philips and Nina Wadia join the list of names previously announced. Each will play the part of Sir Philip Bin for one week.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
An additional four guest stars have been added to the list of names who will play the role of Sir Philip Bin in Caroline Leslie's irresistible production of Mark Evans' glorious comedy mash-up Bleak Expectations. Julian Clary, Dermot O'Leary, Sally Philips and Nina Wadia join the list of names previously announced. Each will play the part of Sir Philip Bin for one week.
FRAGMENTS Comes to The Playground Theatre in April
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
Using papyrus, shadow puppetry and offstage action to shed light on the way we fill in the gaps in how we see the world, Fragments searches for an ancient lost play, of which only fragments survive.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
Using papyrus, shadow puppetry and offstage action to shed light on the way we fill in the gaps in how we see the world, Fragments searches for an ancient lost play, of which only fragments survive.
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