SOLT and UK Theatre Release Statement Following Government's Energy Bill Business Support Postponement
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Following yesterday's announcement that the government's decision on energy bill support for businesses has been postponed, here is a statement from SOLT and UK Theatre's co-CEO Hannah Essex.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Following yesterday's announcement that the government's decision on energy bill support for businesses has been postponed, here is a statement from SOLT and UK Theatre's co-CEO Hannah Essex.
Seven Dials Playhouse Announced as the New Home of London Youth Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Seven Dials Playhouse will provide a new home for London Youth Theatre (formerly Musical Youth London). Run by Katie Pesskin and Tom Foskett-Barnes, their aim has been to provide affordable performing arts opportunities to young people across the capital and the relaunch as London Youth Theatre is an exciting evolution of the company’s work so far.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Seven Dials Playhouse will provide a new home for London Youth Theatre (formerly Musical Youth London). Run by Katie Pesskin and Tom Foskett-Barnes, their aim has been to provide affordable performing arts opportunities to young people across the capital and the relaunch as London Youth Theatre is an exciting evolution of the company’s work so far.
MY SON'S A QUEER (BUT WHAT CAN YOU DO?) Will Return to the West End Next Month
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Celebrating the joy and chaos of raising a queer child, My Son's a Queer, (But what can you do?), over the past two years, has debuted to a critically acclaimed and sold out season at the Turbine Theatre, followed by another sell out run at the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and, to the delight of fans, transferred to the Garrick Theatre in October and November this year.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Celebrating the joy and chaos of raising a queer child, My Son's a Queer, (But what can you do?), over the past two years, has debuted to a critically acclaimed and sold out season at the Turbine Theatre, followed by another sell out run at the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and, to the delight of fans, transferred to the Garrick Theatre in October and November this year.
Photos: First Look at THE WIFE OF WILLESDEN at the Kiln Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
All new photos have been released from the revival of The Wife of Willesden at Kiln Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
All new photos have been released from the revival of The Wife of Willesden at Kiln Theatre.
Tickets from £18 for CHARLIE & STAN at Wilton's Music Hall
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 20, 2022
In 1910, the then unknown Charlie Chaplin and Stan Laurel set sail from Southampton to New York as part of Fred Karno’s famous music hall troupe. They shared a cabin, they shared comedy routines but by the end of the journey they had drifted apart… they would both go on to become two of the biggest stars of the age.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 20, 2022
In 1910, the then unknown Charlie Chaplin and Stan Laurel set sail from Southampton to New York as part of Fred Karno’s famous music hall troupe. They shared a cabin, they shared comedy routines but by the end of the journey they had drifted apart… they would both go on to become two of the biggest stars of the age.
The Royal Ballet's LIKE WATER FOR CHOCOLATE Comes to Cinemas This New Year
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
This New Year, The Royal Ballet's Like Water for Chocolate will be broadcast to 909 cinemas in 33 countries around the world. The critically acclaimed production is choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon, the Company's Artistic Associate, and inspired by Laura Esquivel's captivating novel of the same name.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
This New Year, The Royal Ballet's Like Water for Chocolate will be broadcast to 909 cinemas in 33 countries around the world. The critically acclaimed production is choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon, the Company's Artistic Associate, and inspired by Laura Esquivel's captivating novel of the same name.
LPO's CHRISTMAS AT CLARIDGES Concert to be Broadcast Free to Care Homes, Hospitals and Hospices
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 20, 2022
The London Philharmonic Orchestra’s ‘Christmas at Claridge’s’ concert to be broadcast for free into care homes, hospitals and hospices on Friday 23 December 2022.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 20, 2022
The London Philharmonic Orchestra’s ‘Christmas at Claridge’s’ concert to be broadcast for free into care homes, hospitals and hospices on Friday 23 December 2022.
James Barnes Returns With THE BALLERINA at VAULT Festival
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
With the highly anticipated VAULT Festival kicking off 2023 it has been announced that James Barnes will return with The Ballerina after its cancellation due to the Covid-19 pandemic. From leading theatre company Khaos and based on a true story, this ground-breaking production explores a refreshing take on what contemporary western audiences perceive as the African diplomatic class.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
With the highly anticipated VAULT Festival kicking off 2023 it has been announced that James Barnes will return with The Ballerina after its cancellation due to the Covid-19 pandemic. From leading theatre company Khaos and based on a true story, this ground-breaking production explores a refreshing take on what contemporary western audiences perceive as the African diplomatic class.
Paul Whitehouse Will Return to ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES Next Year
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Paul Whitehouse will return to the cast of the smash hit West End show Only Fools and Horses The Musical next year, starring once again as the lovable Grandad from 9 January. The critically acclaimed musical is also extending its run at London’s Theatre Royal Haymarket for a further three months until 29 April.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Paul Whitehouse will return to the cast of the smash hit West End show Only Fools and Horses The Musical next year, starring once again as the lovable Grandad from 9 January. The critically acclaimed musical is also extending its run at London’s Theatre Royal Haymarket for a further three months until 29 April.
Shows Amend Christmas Eve Show Times Due to Rail Strike
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 20, 2022
West End shows are changing their Christmas Eve show times to help cast members, backstage workers and audiences travel more easily due to the planned rail strike.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 20, 2022
West End shows are changing their Christmas Eve show times to help cast members, backstage workers and audiences travel more easily due to the planned rail strike.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For ON THE ROPES at the Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Get a first look into the rehearsal room for On The Ropes, with all new photos below! On The Ropes will be one of the first theatre shows to premiere in 2023, opening at the Park Theatre on 10 January and running until 4 February.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Get a first look into the rehearsal room for On The Ropes, with all new photos below! On The Ropes will be one of the first theatre shows to premiere in 2023, opening at the Park Theatre on 10 January and running until 4 February.
THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA Will Come to the West End in 2023
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
The Olivier Award nominated stage production of The Tiger Who Came to Tea today announces its return to Theatre Royal Haymarket, commemorating the centenary year of its beloved author, the late Judith Kerr OBE.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
The Olivier Award nominated stage production of The Tiger Who Came to Tea today announces its return to Theatre Royal Haymarket, commemorating the centenary year of its beloved author, the late Judith Kerr OBE.
Video: BUGSY MALONE Releases Festive Christmas Video
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Bugsy Malone The Musical is enjoying its Christmas season at Alexandra Palace Theatre! The production has released a new fun festive video featuring the cast, the ice, and Santa!
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Bugsy Malone The Musical is enjoying its Christmas season at Alexandra Palace Theatre! The production has released a new fun festive video featuring the cast, the ice, and Santa!
2022 Year in Review: Alexander Cohen's Best of 2022
by Alexander Cohen - December 20, 2022
2022 got off to a shaky start. The shadow of Omicron loomed threatening another year of cancellations and a return to the online realm. But as soon as Covid worries dissipated and theatres reopened their doors with confidence, a gentle tide of scandals and uproars ebbed and flowed across the theatre world. Yes, theatre is back, but is it better than ever?
by Alexander Cohen - December 20, 2022
2022 got off to a shaky start. The shadow of Omicron loomed threatening another year of cancellations and a return to the online realm. But as soon as Covid worries dissipated and theatres reopened their doors with confidence, a gentle tide of scandals and uproars ebbed and flowed across the theatre world. Yes, theatre is back, but is it better than ever?
RSC Partners With TikTok For £10 Tickets to MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Over 400 state school pupils from Barking and Dagenham have enjoyed an exclusive insight into the making-of the landmark theatrical adaptation of Studio Ghibli's My Neighbour Totoro. A targeted programme of insight sessions, in-school workshops and subsidized theatre tickets has been made possible through the RSC's partnership with TikTok.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Over 400 state school pupils from Barking and Dagenham have enjoyed an exclusive insight into the making-of the landmark theatrical adaptation of Studio Ghibli's My Neighbour Totoro. A targeted programme of insight sessions, in-school workshops and subsidized theatre tickets has been made possible through the RSC's partnership with TikTok.
Cast Announced For World Premiere Of FLIES BY I, Joan's Charlie Josephine
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
An exceptional cast of BRIT school actors and alumni will star in the long-awaited world premiere of Charlie Josephine's Flies. Following the critical success of Josephine's trail-blazing I, Joan (The Globe), the acclaimed writer will once again disrupt the narrative and challenge convention with their bold new play, inspired by the classic William Golding novel Lord of the Flies.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
An exceptional cast of BRIT school actors and alumni will star in the long-awaited world premiere of Charlie Josephine's Flies. Following the critical success of Josephine's trail-blazing I, Joan (The Globe), the acclaimed writer will once again disrupt the narrative and challenge convention with their bold new play, inspired by the classic William Golding novel Lord of the Flies.
12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards; The Curve Leads Favourite Local Theatre!
by BWW Staff - December 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favourites.
by BWW Staff - December 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favourites.
Bernie Sanders Will Appear Live at Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall in February
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
In a London exclusive event, the Southbank Centre in collaboration with Penguin Press presents Bernie Sanders: It's OK To Be Angry About Capitalism, which will see Senator Bernie Sanders in conversation about his highly anticipated new book of the same name.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
In a London exclusive event, the Southbank Centre in collaboration with Penguin Press presents Bernie Sanders: It's OK To Be Angry About Capitalism, which will see Senator Bernie Sanders in conversation about his highly anticipated new book of the same name.
VIDEO: Watch a Clip From CABARET on the Royal Variety Performance
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
The Royal Variety Performance is set to air tomorrow, 20 December. The star-studded event was recorded on Thursday 1st December, but viewers will be able to watch on TV on Tuesday 20th December at 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
The Royal Variety Performance is set to air tomorrow, 20 December. The star-studded event was recorded on Thursday 1st December, but viewers will be able to watch on TV on Tuesday 20th December at 8pm.
Harriet Thorpe and More Will Lead UK Tour of STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
Steel Magnolias, the hilarious and heart-warming play based on a true story, which enjoyed huge global success in the hit 1989 film adaptation starring Dolly Parton and Julia Roberts, is embarking on an extensive UK and Ireland tour in 2023. Learn more about the cast and how to see the show at a theatre near you!
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
Steel Magnolias, the hilarious and heart-warming play based on a true story, which enjoyed huge global success in the hit 1989 film adaptation starring Dolly Parton and Julia Roberts, is embarking on an extensive UK and Ireland tour in 2023. Learn more about the cast and how to see the show at a theatre near you!
LOOKING FOR ME FRIEND: THE MUSIC OF VICTORIA WOOD Announces Extended 2023 Tour Dates
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood, writer and performer Paulus's celebration of the music of the late comedy genius and national treasure, is extending its tour of theatres and cabaret venues, with shows now on sale until May 2023.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood, writer and performer Paulus's celebration of the music of the late comedy genius and national treasure, is extending its tour of theatres and cabaret venues, with shows now on sale until May 2023.
Photos: First Look at the International Tour of BAT OUT OF HELL
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
All new photos have been released for the International Tour of Bat Out of Hell – The Musical, featuring Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf’s greatest hits.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
All new photos have been released for the International Tour of Bat Out of Hell – The Musical, featuring Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf’s greatest hits.
Orange Tree Theatre Announces Full Cast For The Return Of Sonali Bhattacharyya's TWO BILLION BEATS
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
The Orange Tree Theatre has announced the full cast for the return of Sonali Bhattacharya's Two Billion Beats. Nimmo Ismail and Tian Brown- Sampson will direct Shala Nyx (Asha) and Tanvi Virmani (Bettina) in the return of this exhilarating production following its acclaimed world premiere at the Orange Tree Theatre in 2022.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
The Orange Tree Theatre has announced the full cast for the return of Sonali Bhattacharya's Two Billion Beats. Nimmo Ismail and Tian Brown- Sampson will direct Shala Nyx (Asha) and Tanvi Virmani (Bettina) in the return of this exhilarating production following its acclaimed world premiere at the Orange Tree Theatre in 2022.
Show of the Week: Save Up to 20% on DOLLY PARTON'S SMOKY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 19, 2022
Show of the Week: Save up to 20% on Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 19, 2022
Show of the Week: Save up to 20% on Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol
Photos: First Look at CIRCUS 1903 at the Eventim Apollo
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
This Christmas, the marvellous Circus 1903 returns to London to the newly refurbished Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith. Check out all new production photos here!
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2022
This Christmas, the marvellous Circus 1903 returns to London to the newly refurbished Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith. Check out all new production photos here!
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