Theatres Trust Announces Theatres at Risk Register 2023
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2023
Theatres Trust, the charity that campaigns to protect the UK’s theatres, has published its annual Theatres at Risk Register, which highlights theatres across the UK under threat of closure, redevelopment or severe decay, but which all have the potential to be revived for their local communities.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2023
Theatres Trust, the charity that campaigns to protect the UK’s theatres, has published its annual Theatres at Risk Register, which highlights theatres across the UK under threat of closure, redevelopment or severe decay, but which all have the potential to be revived for their local communities.
WICKED Appoints Starling Arts to Bring 'Wellbeing', 'Anti-Bullying' and 'Musical Theatre' Workshops
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2023
The stage musical Wicked has announced a partnership with Starling Arts to exclusively deliver school and community group workshops, with an emphasis on wellbeing and self-confidence.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2023
The stage musical Wicked has announced a partnership with Starling Arts to exclusively deliver school and community group workshops, with an emphasis on wellbeing and self-confidence.
New Musical THE BOOK THIEF Will Play in Coventry and Leicester Beginning in September
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2023
The stage adaptation of best-selling novel The Book Thief, with libretto by Jodi Picoult and Timothy Allen McDonald and music and lyrics by Elyssa Samsel and Kate Anderson, will be presented at Coventry's Belgrade Theatre and Leicester's Curve Theatre in autumn 2023.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2023
The stage adaptation of best-selling novel The Book Thief, with libretto by Jodi Picoult and Timothy Allen McDonald and music and lyrics by Elyssa Samsel and Kate Anderson, will be presented at Coventry's Belgrade Theatre and Leicester's Curve Theatre in autumn 2023.
Show of the Week: Save up to 50% on JERSEY BOYS
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 06, 2023
Show of the Week: Save up to 50% on Jersey Boys Winner of over 65 international awards, and seen by over 27m people worldwide, the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical Jersey Boys has triumphantly returned to London’s West End, playing to nightly standing ovations.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 06, 2023
Show of the Week: Save up to 50% on Jersey Boys Winner of over 65 international awards, and seen by over 27m people worldwide, the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical Jersey Boys has triumphantly returned to London’s West End, playing to nightly standing ovations.
A West End Gala Night of 'Theatrical Consequences' Comes to the Savoy Theatre in May
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2023
The game of Consequences - drawing an image, turning over the page to hide it and passing it on - often ends in astonishing and eye-wateringly funny results. Now inspired by this “what will happen next?” children's game, there will be a one night only fundraising gala evening at the Savoy theatre on Monday 15 May, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2023
The game of Consequences - drawing an image, turning over the page to hide it and passing it on - often ends in astonishing and eye-wateringly funny results. Now inspired by this “what will happen next?” children's game, there will be a one night only fundraising gala evening at the Savoy theatre on Monday 15 May, 2023.
Théatre Lapis to Present Concert of GALAXY TRAIN at The Other Palace in March
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2023
Théatre Lapis will present a concert version of a new musical 'Galaxy Train', which runs between the 24th and 26h March 2023 at The Other Palace Theatre Studio. The musical was created by director Yojiro Ichikawa (My Neighbour Totoro, Urinetown, Pearl and Dagger) and composer-lyricist Eden Tredwell (The Last Nativity, Pearl and Dagger), based on the beloved 1927 Japanese novel 'Night on the Galactic Railroad' by Kenji Miyazawa.
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2023
Théatre Lapis will present a concert version of a new musical 'Galaxy Train', which runs between the 24th and 26h March 2023 at The Other Palace Theatre Studio. The musical was created by director Yojiro Ichikawa (My Neighbour Totoro, Urinetown, Pearl and Dagger) and composer-lyricist Eden Tredwell (The Last Nativity, Pearl and Dagger), based on the beloved 1927 Japanese novel 'Night on the Galactic Railroad' by Kenji Miyazawa.
Award-Winning US Playwrights Make UK Debut in SCRITCHES! at The Glory This Month
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2023
Brooklyn Rep, hot off the cult-hit All the Fraudulent Horse Girls, has announced their next theatrical happening: Scritches! Two evenings of new short plays happening at The Glory February 19-20th with doors at 19:00 and shows at 19:30.
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2023
Brooklyn Rep, hot off the cult-hit All the Fraudulent Horse Girls, has announced their next theatrical happening: Scritches! Two evenings of new short plays happening at The Glory February 19-20th with doors at 19:00 and shows at 19:30.
Review: TANNHÄUSER, Royal Opera House
by Alexander Cohen - February 05, 2023
A confident revival of a production unsure of its footing
by Alexander Cohen - February 05, 2023
A confident revival of a production unsure of its footing
Review: PEEPING TOM: TRIPTYCH, Barbican Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - February 05, 2023
Belgian dance company Peeping Tom verily put the 'trip' into Triptych, a brilliantly bizarre neo-noir dance trilogy full of deliciously dark delights.
by Franco Milazzo - February 05, 2023
Belgian dance company Peeping Tom verily put the 'trip' into Triptych, a brilliantly bizarre neo-noir dance trilogy full of deliciously dark delights.
Review: DANIEL SLOSS: CAN'T, London Palladium
by Kat Mokrynski - February 04, 2023
Daniel Sloss’s Can’t is a brilliant show that will have you crying tears of laughter while also making you think about the different controversies that divide our world.
by Kat Mokrynski - February 04, 2023
Daniel Sloss’s Can’t is a brilliant show that will have you crying tears of laughter while also making you think about the different controversies that divide our world.
Review: THE BARBER OF SEVILLE, Royal Opera House
by Franco Milazzo - February 03, 2023
Whether you see this because of the scintillating score or because a night at the opera is now cheaper than heating your home, The Barber Of Seville is sure to warm the cockles of your heart.
by Franco Milazzo - February 03, 2023
Whether you see this because of the scintillating score or because a night at the opera is now cheaper than heating your home, The Barber Of Seville is sure to warm the cockles of your heart.
Photos: See Luke Thompson, Ivo van Hove & More at Rehearsals for A LITTLE LIFE
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
Go inside rehearsals for A Little Life, which will be playing at the Richmond and Harold Pinter Theatres.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
Go inside rehearsals for A Little Life, which will be playing at the Richmond and Harold Pinter Theatres.
Review: FAMILIE FLÖZ FESTE, Peacock Theatre
by Louise Penn - February 03, 2023
Familie Flöz are back in London for the first time in over a decade, with their fifth visit the London International Mime Festival, and their mask storytelling keeps its noted style and substance. Feste is a fairy tale for adults which is both amusing and poignant, with Familie Flöz’s special blend of cutting glances and political commentary.
by Louise Penn - February 03, 2023
Familie Flöz are back in London for the first time in over a decade, with their fifth visit the London International Mime Festival, and their mask storytelling keeps its noted style and substance. Feste is a fairy tale for adults which is both amusing and poignant, with Familie Flöz’s special blend of cutting glances and political commentary.
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE BEACH HOUSE, Coming To Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
Get a first look at The Beach House, which will premiere at Park Theatre having been shortlisted for Liverpool Hope Playwriting Prize.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
Get a first look at The Beach House, which will premiere at Park Theatre having been shortlisted for Liverpool Hope Playwriting Prize.
Review Roundup: TITUS ANDRONICUS at Shakespeare's Globe
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
Read the reviews for Titus Andronicus at Shakespeare's Globe.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
Read the reviews for Titus Andronicus at Shakespeare's Globe.
Review: ONE WHO WANTS TO CROSS, Finborough Theatre
by Gary Naylor - February 03, 2023
A powerful, hour-long work that uses repetition, poetry and disorientation to take us inside the minds of those who risk everything to escape their homeland.
by Gary Naylor - February 03, 2023
A powerful, hour-long work that uses repetition, poetry and disorientation to take us inside the minds of those who risk everything to escape their homeland.
Victorian Ghosts Will Walk In RUDDIGORE At Wilton's Music Hall Next Month
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
Surreal comedy meets genuinely spooky Victorian chiller in an unmissable production of Gilbert & Sullivan's RUDDIGORE or, The Witch's Curse, at Wilton's Music Hall from 14th to 25th March 2023 - in just a few weeks' time.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
Surreal comedy meets genuinely spooky Victorian chiller in an unmissable production of Gilbert & Sullivan's RUDDIGORE or, The Witch's Curse, at Wilton's Music Hall from 14th to 25th March 2023 - in just a few weeks' time.
Photos: First Look at SMOKE at Southwark Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
All new production photos have been released for Smoke at Southwark Playhouse that opens tonight at 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
All new production photos have been released for Smoke at Southwark Playhouse that opens tonight at 8pm.
Vicky Featherstone to Step Down as Artistic Director of the Royal Court
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 03, 2023
Vicky Featherstone has announced she will step down later this year when the search for a new Artistic Director is complete and once they have taken up post.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 03, 2023
Vicky Featherstone has announced she will step down later this year when the search for a new Artistic Director is complete and once they have taken up post.
Photos: See Newly Released Production Images of SYLVIA at The Old Vic Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 03, 2023
Directed and choreographed by Kate Prince and starring Beverley Knight as Emmeline Pankhurst and with Sharon Rose as Sylvia Pankhurst, Sylvia will run for a further week, closing on 08 April 2023. Check out the new productions photos here.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 03, 2023
Directed and choreographed by Kate Prince and starring Beverley Knight as Emmeline Pankhurst and with Sharon Rose as Sylvia Pankhurst, Sylvia will run for a further week, closing on 08 April 2023. Check out the new productions photos here.
Jenna Innes, Jacob Fowler, and More Will Lead HEATHERS THE MUSICAL UK and Ireland Tour
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
Following its multiple West End runs, and continuing success at its home – The Other Palace, Heathers the Musical will embark on its highly anticipated UK and Ireland tour from 14 February 2023.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
Following its multiple West End runs, and continuing success at its home – The Other Palace, Heathers the Musical will embark on its highly anticipated UK and Ireland tour from 14 February 2023.
Interview: James Patrick Davis Discusses the New West End Interpretation of OKLAHOMA! at Wyndham's Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - February 03, 2023
BroadwayWorld recently had the opportunity to talk with James Patrick Davis, who will be playing Will Parker at Wyndhan’s Theatre production of Oklahoma!, opening 16 February.
by Kat Mokrynski - February 03, 2023
BroadwayWorld recently had the opportunity to talk with James Patrick Davis, who will be playing Will Parker at Wyndhan’s Theatre production of Oklahoma!, opening 16 February.
David Suchet's POIROT AND MORE, A RETROSPECTIVE Will Come to Hampstead Theatre in March
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 03, 2023
David Suchet is to bring his show Poirot and More, a Retrospective to Hampstead Theatre in support of the London venue following its 100% Arts Council England funding cut.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 03, 2023
David Suchet is to bring his show Poirot and More, a Retrospective to Hampstead Theatre in support of the London venue following its 100% Arts Council England funding cut.
Cast Announced For Soho Theatre Run and UK Tour of SAP
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
After being awarded a Stage Edinburgh Award for her performance, Jessica Clark (Versailles, BBC2/ Canal+; The Wife of Willesden, Kiln Theatre; Rotterdam, Trafalgar Studios) will return for the Soho Theatre run and UK Tour of contemporary fast-paced thriller SAP. Clark stars alongside Rebecca Banatvala (Much Ado About Nothing, RSC; The Princess Switch 3, Netflix; The Syndicate, BBC).
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
After being awarded a Stage Edinburgh Award for her performance, Jessica Clark (Versailles, BBC2/ Canal+; The Wife of Willesden, Kiln Theatre; Rotterdam, Trafalgar Studios) will return for the Soho Theatre run and UK Tour of contemporary fast-paced thriller SAP. Clark stars alongside Rebecca Banatvala (Much Ado About Nothing, RSC; The Princess Switch 3, Netflix; The Syndicate, BBC).
A LITTLE LIFE Releases On Stage Seating For Runs at the Richmond and Harold Pinter Theatres
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
With rehearsals starting today, the producers of A Little Life - Wessex Grove, Gavin Kalin Productions, and Playful Productions - have announced that they will release on stage seating across the runs at both Richmond and Harold Pinter Theatres priced at just £25 and £35, meaning over a third of all tickets across the run are £40 or under.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
With rehearsals starting today, the producers of A Little Life - Wessex Grove, Gavin Kalin Productions, and Playful Productions - have announced that they will release on stage seating across the runs at both Richmond and Harold Pinter Theatres priced at just £25 and £35, meaning over a third of all tickets across the run are £40 or under.
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