Summer Season Announced At Wigmore Hall April-July 2023
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Wigmore Hall's packed summer season (1 Apr – 21 Jul) features nearly 200 concerts and events. At the heart of Wigmore Hall's summer programme is the core chamber, piano and vocal repertoire upon which its reputation as the international home of chamber music is built, but there are also visits from legendary jazz musicians, Yiddish cabaret and forays into the avant garde.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Wigmore Hall's packed summer season (1 Apr – 21 Jul) features nearly 200 concerts and events. At the heart of Wigmore Hall's summer programme is the core chamber, piano and vocal repertoire upon which its reputation as the international home of chamber music is built, but there are also visits from legendary jazz musicians, Yiddish cabaret and forays into the avant garde.
MY DEAD to Open at Barons Court Theatre in March
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
My Dead will be presented at Barons Court Theatre March 3 and 4. My Dead is the story of a woman who finds her life through her dead.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
My Dead will be presented at Barons Court Theatre March 3 and 4. My Dead is the story of a woman who finds her life through her dead.
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for AFTER THE ACT at New Diorama Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Get a first look at rehearsal photos for the world premiere of After the Act at New Diorama Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Get a first look at rehearsal photos for the world premiere of After the Act at New Diorama Theatre.
West End Flea Market 2023 to Take Place in May
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Theatrical charity, Acting for Others, has announced West End Flea Market 2023. This year’s event will take place on Saturday 20 May at St Paul’s Church and Churchyard, Covent Garden.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Theatrical charity, Acting for Others, has announced West End Flea Market 2023. This year’s event will take place on Saturday 20 May at St Paul’s Church and Churchyard, Covent Garden.
IT'S A MOTHERF**KING PLEASURE Comes to Vault Festival 2023
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
FlawBored present their pitch-black satire of the monetisation of identity politics: a self-aware, intersectional, disabled-led dissection of identity and access.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
FlawBored present their pitch-black satire of the monetisation of identity politics: a self-aware, intersectional, disabled-led dissection of identity and access.
Southbank Centre Awarded Platinum Accessibility Status By Attitude Is Everything
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
The Southbank Centre has announced that it is the first UK venue to be awarded Attitude is Everything's highest possible accolade in its efforts to improve access and inclusion to live events.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
The Southbank Centre has announced that it is the first UK venue to be awarded Attitude is Everything's highest possible accolade in its efforts to improve access and inclusion to live events.
Review: DANCE ME - MUSIC BY LEONARD COHEN, Sadler's Wells
by Franco Milazzo - February 09, 2023
That Leonard Cohen, one of the greatest modern troubadours, inspired such a disconnected dance show is possibly a testament to just how elusive his songs are.
by Franco Milazzo - February 09, 2023
That Leonard Cohen, one of the greatest modern troubadours, inspired such a disconnected dance show is possibly a testament to just how elusive his songs are.
Laura Morera Retires as a Principal Dancer After 27 Years
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Royal Ballet Principal dancer Laura Morera will retire at the end of the Season after a career spanning over 27 years. Her final performance on the Royal Opera House stage will be on Saturday 17th June in Kenneth MacMillan's Anastasia Act III.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Royal Ballet Principal dancer Laura Morera will retire at the end of the Season after a career spanning over 27 years. Her final performance on the Royal Opera House stage will be on Saturday 17th June in Kenneth MacMillan's Anastasia Act III.
UNDER THE BLACK ROCK Comes to Arcola Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Posing questions about family loyalty, morality and how young men and women are drawn into violence, Under the Black Rock is a play set in Belfast around the time of the Troubles, starring Evanna Lynch, best known for her role as Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter films.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Posing questions about family loyalty, morality and how young men and women are drawn into violence, Under the Black Rock is a play set in Belfast around the time of the Troubles, starring Evanna Lynch, best known for her role as Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter films.
Alexandra Palace Announces Full Line Up For Kaleidoscope Festival 2023
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Following the sell-out success of 2022, Kaleidoscope Festival will return to Alexandra Palace once again on Saturday 15 July 2023, with an all-star line-up featuring live music, DJs and comedy, plus plenty more, to keep thousands partying at London's highest festival.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Following the sell-out success of 2022, Kaleidoscope Festival will return to Alexandra Palace once again on Saturday 15 July 2023, with an all-star line-up featuring live music, DJs and comedy, plus plenty more, to keep thousands partying at London's highest festival.
Sadler's Wells Announces New Dance Artists Joining Two Of Its Headline Artist Development Programmes
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Sadler's Wells has announced the new dance artists joining two of its headline artist development programmes, as part of its Learning & Engagement work.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Sadler's Wells has announced the new dance artists joining two of its headline artist development programmes, as part of its Learning & Engagement work.
Cast Announced For Gilbert & Sullivan's RUDDIGORE At Wilton's Music Hall
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Victorian ghosts and a sensational cast are set to raise the roof of Wilton's Music Hall from 14th - 25th March in Peter Benedict's unmissable production of Gilbert & Sullivan's RUDDIGORE or The Witch's Curse.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Victorian ghosts and a sensational cast are set to raise the roof of Wilton's Music Hall from 14th - 25th March in Peter Benedict's unmissable production of Gilbert & Sullivan's RUDDIGORE or The Witch's Curse.
Tickets Now on Sale for THE TIME TRAVELLER'S WIFE
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 09, 2023
Based on Audrey Niffenegger’s internationally best-selling novel, this new British musical is thrillingly brought to life with original songs from Grammy Award winners Joss Stone and Dave Stewart.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 09, 2023
Based on Audrey Niffenegger’s internationally best-selling novel, this new British musical is thrillingly brought to life with original songs from Grammy Award winners Joss Stone and Dave Stewart.
Review: BORDERS ألسياج הגדר, VAULT Festival
by Cindy Marcolina - February 09, 2023
Danishman highlights the complex relationship between identity and the necessity of a certain political affiliation. It's not a cheerful show, but it's a rewarding one.
by Cindy Marcolina - February 09, 2023
Danishman highlights the complex relationship between identity and the necessity of a certain political affiliation. It's not a cheerful show, but it's a rewarding one.
Review: UNDER HEAVEN'S EYES, VAULT Festival
by Cindy Marcolina - February 09, 2023
Part TED Talk, part memorial to the lives lost due to racially motivated brutality, and part plea for change, Tajah’s piece is as educational as historically relevant. While it might not be perfect, it should be mandatory viewing, especially in schools. Like his character says: “Education is our best hope”.
by Cindy Marcolina - February 09, 2023
Part TED Talk, part memorial to the lives lost due to racially motivated brutality, and part plea for change, Tajah’s piece is as educational as historically relevant. While it might not be perfect, it should be mandatory viewing, especially in schools. Like his character says: “Education is our best hope”.
Photos: In Rehearsal for The Royal Opera's New Production Of Dvořák's Timeless Ode To Nature, RUSALKA
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Rehearsal images have been released for The Royal Opera’s new production of Dvořák’s enduring masterpiece Rusalka which opens for six performances on the main stage at Covent Garden on Tuesday 21 February.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Rehearsal images have been released for The Royal Opera’s new production of Dvořák’s enduring masterpiece Rusalka which opens for six performances on the main stage at Covent Garden on Tuesday 21 February.
Full Cast Announced For Theo Chester's STRAY DOGS At Theatre503
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Tommo Fowler directs Theo Chester's potent new work, Stray Dogs, a haunting and resonant debut play where death and healing collide in the strange world of Jacob, a troubled yet compassionate executioner who longs for a better future and a different life.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Tommo Fowler directs Theo Chester's potent new work, Stray Dogs, a haunting and resonant debut play where death and healing collide in the strange world of Jacob, a troubled yet compassionate executioner who longs for a better future and a different life.
Richard Marsh's YIPPEE KI YAY To Return For London Season
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Following a critically acclaimed season at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2022, a Christmas season at Islington's Kings Head Theatre and a UK tour, James Seabright will present Richard Marsh's achingly funny rhyming retelling of classic film Die Hard at Wilton's Music Hall this April. One of the Picks of the Fringe in The Stage and Recommended by The British Comedy Guide, this is a classic that's not to be missed.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Following a critically acclaimed season at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2022, a Christmas season at Islington's Kings Head Theatre and a UK tour, James Seabright will present Richard Marsh's achingly funny rhyming retelling of classic film Die Hard at Wilton's Music Hall this April. One of the Picks of the Fringe in The Stage and Recommended by The British Comedy Guide, this is a classic that's not to be missed.
Bristol Old Vic's HAMLET to be Screened in Cinemas Across the UK & Ireland
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Bristol Old Vic and Altitude have announced their new stage to screen partnership, which will bring the theatre’s recent acclaimed stage production of Hamlet to cinema screens across the UK & Ireland for the first time from 6 April.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Bristol Old Vic and Altitude have announced their new stage to screen partnership, which will bring the theatre’s recent acclaimed stage production of Hamlet to cinema screens across the UK & Ireland for the first time from 6 April.
The Royal Opera House Celebrates International Women's Day 2023 With Performance of BORN TO EXIST - THE WOMEN I KNOW
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
This year, the Royal Opera House celebrates International Women's Day on Wednesday 8 March in the Linbury Theatre with a dedicated panel discussion exploring themes of gender equity in dance. The event will be supported by an exclusive performance of Born to Exist – The Women I Know created by Royal Ballet Emerging Choreographer Joseph Toonga for his dance company Just Us Dance Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
This year, the Royal Opera House celebrates International Women's Day on Wednesday 8 March in the Linbury Theatre with a dedicated panel discussion exploring themes of gender equity in dance. The event will be supported by an exclusive performance of Born to Exist – The Women I Know created by Royal Ballet Emerging Choreographer Joseph Toonga for his dance company Just Us Dance Theatre.
Katherine Kingsley Joins the Cast of NOISES OFF in the West End
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Michael Frayn's multi award-winning farce Noises Off continues its highly praised and critically acclaimed run at the West End's Phoenix Theatre until 11 March 2023. From Monday 13 February 2023, West End star and three-time Olivier Award-winning actress Katherine Kingsley (Piaf, Singin' in the Rain, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels) will play Belinda Blair.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Michael Frayn's multi award-winning farce Noises Off continues its highly praised and critically acclaimed run at the West End's Phoenix Theatre until 11 March 2023. From Monday 13 February 2023, West End star and three-time Olivier Award-winning actress Katherine Kingsley (Piaf, Singin' in the Rain, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels) will play Belinda Blair.
THIS BITTER EARTH Comes to the White Bear Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
When award-winning Black US playwright, librettist, and television writer David Harrison Rivers' modern, nuanced, complex portrait of an interracial relationship received its world premiere at New Conservatory Theatre Center, San Francisco in 2017, it received rave reviews. It has since been staged to great acclaim across the U.S. This February, Storefront Theatre and Sarah Lawrie present its UK premiere in a brand-new production directed by Peter Cieply.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
When award-winning Black US playwright, librettist, and television writer David Harrison Rivers' modern, nuanced, complex portrait of an interracial relationship received its world premiere at New Conservatory Theatre Center, San Francisco in 2017, it received rave reviews. It has since been staged to great acclaim across the U.S. This February, Storefront Theatre and Sarah Lawrie present its UK premiere in a brand-new production directed by Peter Cieply.
Birmingham Royal Ballet Announce World Premiere of BLACK SABBATH-THE BALLET
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 08, 2023
In Black Sabbath – The Ballet expect a spectacular theatrical evening featuring thrilling dance and original Black Sabbath recordings (including Paranoid and Iron Man) alongside full orchestrations of their work (another first) and new orchestral compositions inspired by the sound of metal - all performed live by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 08, 2023
In Black Sabbath – The Ballet expect a spectacular theatrical evening featuring thrilling dance and original Black Sabbath recordings (including Paranoid and Iron Man) alongside full orchestrations of their work (another first) and new orchestral compositions inspired by the sound of metal - all performed live by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia.
Finalists in the 2023 BBC Audio Drama Awards Announced
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 08, 2023
The finalists in the 2023 BBC Audio Drama Awards have today been announced, with a wealth of talent such as Toby Jones, Danielle Vitalis and Ken Cheng all in the running for the top spots.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 08, 2023
The finalists in the 2023 BBC Audio Drama Awards have today been announced, with a wealth of talent such as Toby Jones, Danielle Vitalis and Ken Cheng all in the running for the top spots.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film Released on Digital Platforms
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 08, 2023
The film version of Matilda The Musical will be available to download and keep on digital in the UK from 8 February.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 08, 2023
The film version of Matilda The Musical will be available to download and keep on digital in the UK from 8 February.
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