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The King's Head Theatre Announces Full Programme for SIGHT UNSEEN
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
The King's Head Theatre has announced the full programme for SIGHT UNSEEN – a season of work unpacking diversity and unheard voices, curated by Guest Artistic Director Isabel Adomakoh Young as part of The Takeover.
Philharmonia Residency at Cromwell Place Continues in March with Women in Art Theme
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
The second half of this year-long residency of intimate concerts continues on 11 March.  Members of the Philharmonia have formed ensembles and selected music to reflect the themes of the changing exhibitions at Cromwell Place.
Video: Behind the Scenes of the Photoshoot For AIN'T TOO PROUD
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
An all new video has been released, featuring behind-the-scenes footage from the photoshoot capturing the new artwork for AIN’T TOO PROUD. Check out the video here!  
Video: Sneak Peek at SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL on UK Tour
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
The upcoming UK tour of The Spongebob Musical has released an all new sneak peek video featuring members of the cast! The video, which features the show's opening song, 'Bikini Bottom Day', includes Lewis Cornay as SpongeBob, Irfan Damani as Patrick and Chrissie Bhima as Sandy.
New Musical DRAG ADDICT Will Premiere at HOME in July
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
The world première of a musical Drag Addict is full of high stakes, high emotions... and even higher heels! The musical is written by Matt Cain and David Andrew Wilson, with concept development by Arlene Phillips.
Cast Announced For CTC Dance Company's WONDERLAND IN ALICE
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
CTC Dance Company has announced brand-new show coming to the Theatre Peckham in April 2023. Wonderland in Alice will open on Thursday 6th April 2023. Tickets are on sale now for this new adaptation of the Lewis Carroll classic.
Gyles Brandreth Announces National Tour with CAN'T STOP TALKING
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 28, 2023
Novelist, actor, ex MP, podcaster and best-selling biographer Gyles Brandreth just can’t stop talking as he returns to the stage this summer.
Jim Carter Will Appear in Conversation With Rob Brydon at The Kiln Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
Continuing his series of In Conversation events in aid of Kiln Theatre, Jim Carter will sit down with one of the UK's most celebrated actors and comedians Rob Brydon in a special one-off fundraising event on 16 May 2023, where he will discuss his brilliant and varied career.
London Theatre Week: Save up to 34% on THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 28, 2023
The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920s murder mystery, but as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong... does! The accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences!
Cast Announced For World Premiere of Morris and McGrady's THE PHASE
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
Casting has been announced for the world premiere of Morris and McGrady's THE PHASE.
The Kingdom Choir Announce 30th Anniversary Concert at London Queen Elizabeth Hall in November
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2023
Legendary London based choir Kingdom Choir have announced a special 30th anniversary date at Queen Elizbeth Hall London on 30th November.
GOSH! IT'S GYLES & JUDI & ALL THE DAMES is Now Available to Stream
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2023
To celebrate his 75th birthday, and as a fun fundraiser for Great Ormond Street Hospital, Gyles Brandreth, with his friend Dame Judi Dench, has put together an event, with a potentially record-breaking number of theatrical Dames simultaneously on stage on Sunday 05 March.
London Theatre Week: Save up to 32% on AUGUST IN ENGLAND, Starring Lenny Henry
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 27, 2023
Charming, flawed, and with the gift of the gab, we all know a man like August Henderson. Between his three kids, devoted wife-to-be, and part-ownership of a fruit and veg shop, he is proud of the life he has built since landing in his beloved West Bromwich.
Brenda Edwards and Lee Mead Will Lead WE WILL ROCK YOU at the London Coliseum
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2023
West End leading lady and Loose Women panellist Brenda Edwards will star alongside musical theatre stalwart Lee Mead this summer, in Queen and Ben Elton’s sensational smash-hit show ‘We Will Rock You’ at the London Coliseum. 
Finalists Announced For the 2023 Theatre503 International Playwriting Award
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2023
Five outstanding new writers from the UK, US and Eastern Europe are the finalists for the 2023 Theatre503 International Playwriting Award. Olga Braga, Georgia Bruce, Roxy Cook, Charlotte Cromie, and Nia Akilah Robinson's plays were chosen from 1,466 scripts sent in from 49 countries.
Tickets Go on Sale This Week For Ruth Wilson in THE SECOND WOMAN
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2023
The Young Vic Theatre and LIFT have announced that tickets for The Second Woman starring Golden Globe and Olivier Award winner Ruth Wilson in an epic 24-hour performance will go on priority sale on Thursday 2 March, and on general sale on Monday 6 March at 12pm.
Theatres Trust Announces Grants For Theatre Improvement Scheme
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2023
Through its partnership with the Wolfson Foundation, Theatres Trust is awarding grants totalling c.£124,000 to seven theatres across the UK for vital environmental sustainability projects.
Cast Announced for World Premiere of RSC's HAMNET
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 27, 2023
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and Neal Street Productions, in association with Hera Pictures, have announced casting for the world-premiere of Maggie O’Farrell’s Hamnet adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti and directed by RSC Acting Artistic Director Erica Whyman. 
Casting and Creative Team Announced For Barney Norris' VISITORS at The Watermill
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2023
Casting has been announced for VISITORS the major new UK revival of Barney Norris' award-winning play that will run at The Watermill Theatre Friday 31 March until Saturday 22 April.
Full Cast Announced for Sam Mendes' THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 27, 2023
With a week to go before rehearsals begin, the full cast for Jack Thorne’s new play, The Motive and the Cue, directed by Sam Mendes, is revealed. 
Laura Pick Will Lead UK and Ireland Tour Cast of WICKED
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2023
WICKED will fly to cities in England, Scotland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland from December 2023. The cast will be led by former West End 'Elphaba' Laura Pick.
Concrete Youth Announces UK Tour of TO THE MOON AND BACK
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 27, 2023
Award-winning charity, Concrete Youth has announced that it will embark on a national tour of its inaugural production, To the Moon and Back in spring 2023. The production premiered to rave reviews and exceptional audience feedback in 2019 and will now tour the UK in a revamped production next year.
Review: LOVE IN, VAULT Festival
by Kat Mokrynski - February 27, 2023
Stepping into the VOID (a literal shipping container) for Love In is like entering another world. Once the metal door opens and you are greeted by your host, the Lover (Amanda Grace), in a gorgeous sunflower dress, you forget the outside world of Waterloo with its loud bars and graffiti.
Review: MOHAN: A PARTITION STORY, VAULT Festival
by Kat Mokrynski - February 27, 2023
Mohan: A Partition Story is a beautiful solo show by Niall Moorjani that is a brilliant mix of their own story in the 21st century and their grandfather’s story from the Partitioning of India. The live music by Dibyo Mukherjee only enhances the incredible storytelling Moorjani displays throughout.
Review: GONE TO THE DOGS, VAULT Festival
by Kat Mokrynski - February 27, 2023
Gone to the Dogs is an interesting show, but difficult to understand at times, making it a struggle for me to fully enjoy what was going on on stage. It was tough to tell whether the performance was satire, poking fun at those who miss the “good old days” of England, or a genuine performance mourning the loss of what can only be remembered now.

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