Fifteenth Annual Papatango New Writing Prize Opens For 2023 Submissions
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
The Papatango New Writing Prize, now in its fifteenth year, opens for submissions on 6 December 2022, until 9pm on Sunday 5 February 2023.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
The Papatango New Writing Prize, now in its fifteenth year, opens for submissions on 6 December 2022, until 9pm on Sunday 5 February 2023.
Kevin Hart Will Return to the U.K With 2023 REALITY CHECK Tour
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
Emmy and Grammy-nominated, box office sensation Kevin Hart announced his highly anticipated return to the U.K for April 2023. The comedy icon will be taking his new Reality Check tour on the road for shows across the U.K. including a massive show at London's The O2 with additional stops in Birmingham and Manchester before concluding in Glasgow on 29th April.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
Emmy and Grammy-nominated, box office sensation Kevin Hart announced his highly anticipated return to the U.K for April 2023. The comedy icon will be taking his new Reality Check tour on the road for shows across the U.K. including a massive show at London's The O2 with additional stops in Birmingham and Manchester before concluding in Glasgow on 29th April.
Jerwood Arts Commits £1 Million to Early-Career Artist Development Programmes
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
Jerwood Arts has announced £1million of funding for leading arts organisations to deliver transformative programmes tailored to what early-career artists, curators and producers need now.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
Jerwood Arts has announced £1million of funding for leading arts organisations to deliver transformative programmes tailored to what early-career artists, curators and producers need now.
Review: ORLANDO, Garrick Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 06, 2022
On the surface it might seem impossible to adapt Orlando for the stage, but Neil Bartlett and director Michael Grandage have achieved a warm and witty play that is also a welcome antidote to today's culture wars.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 06, 2022
On the surface it might seem impossible to adapt Orlando for the stage, but Neil Bartlett and director Michael Grandage have achieved a warm and witty play that is also a welcome antidote to today's culture wars.
Review: WICKIES: THE VANISHING MEN OF EILEAN MOR, Park Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - December 06, 2022
Playwright Paul Morrissey explores a fascinating case, transforming it into a boutique paranormal thriller whilst trying to explain the lead-up to their disappearance. Directed by Shilpa T-Hyland, Wickies: The Vanishing Men of Eilean Mor is a good alternative to the Christmas stories that traditionally haunt London at this time of year.
by Cindy Marcolina - December 06, 2022
Playwright Paul Morrissey explores a fascinating case, transforming it into a boutique paranormal thriller whilst trying to explain the lead-up to their disappearance. Directed by Shilpa T-Hyland, Wickies: The Vanishing Men of Eilean Mor is a good alternative to the Christmas stories that traditionally haunt London at this time of year.
Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards Before December 31st!
by BWW Awards - December 05, 2022
Voting is now open for the 2022 BroadwayWorld West End Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW Awards - December 05, 2022
Voting is now open for the 2022 BroadwayWorld West End Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
WE DIDN'T COME TO HELL FOR THE CROISSANTS to Open at Riverside Studios in January
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
Award-winning cult South African hit We Didn’t Come to Hell for the Croissants will make its London debut in 2023, opening at the Riverside Studios 17 January to 4 February, with a press night on 19 January.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
Award-winning cult South African hit We Didn’t Come to Hell for the Croissants will make its London debut in 2023, opening at the Riverside Studios 17 January to 4 February, with a press night on 19 January.
Review: YIPPEE KI YAY, King's Head Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - December 05, 2022
This versified version of arguably the greatest Christmas film ever is a seasonal highlight.
by Franco Milazzo - December 05, 2022
This versified version of arguably the greatest Christmas film ever is a seasonal highlight.
Casting Announced For Travis Alabanza's SOUND OF THE UNDERGROUND at The Royal Court Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
Casting has been announced for Travis Alabanza's first play for the Royal Court Theatre, Sound of the Underground. Spotlighting London's iconic underground club culture and questioning what it means to get your money's worth when it comes to art, Sound of the Underground will bring together legends of the London Queer club scene from Thursday 19 January - Saturday 25 February 2023 in the Jerwood Theatre Downstairs.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
Casting has been announced for Travis Alabanza's first play for the Royal Court Theatre, Sound of the Underground. Spotlighting London's iconic underground club culture and questioning what it means to get your money's worth when it comes to art, Sound of the Underground will bring together legends of the London Queer club scene from Thursday 19 January - Saturday 25 February 2023 in the Jerwood Theatre Downstairs.
Review: PICTURE PERFECT CHRISTMAS SHOW, National Gallery
by Clementine Scott - December 05, 2022
Ever wanted to step inside the world of one of the National Gallery’s paintings? Immersive theatre company Boo Productions may have the answer. Boo Productions pluck their protagonists from the foreground of Avercamp’s wintry village scenes, and use them to create an original, pantomime-influenced Christmas fairytale.
by Clementine Scott - December 05, 2022
Ever wanted to step inside the world of one of the National Gallery’s paintings? Immersive theatre company Boo Productions may have the answer. Boo Productions pluck their protagonists from the foreground of Avercamp’s wintry village scenes, and use them to create an original, pantomime-influenced Christmas fairytale.
London Philharmonic Orchestra Performs Gavin Bryars's 'Jesus' Blood Never Failed Me Yet' Next Month
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
The London Philharmonic Orchestra will perform Gavin Bryars's Jesus' Blood Never Failed Me Yet on Wednesday 11 January at St John's Waterloo in two concerts; one public performance and the other a relaxed event for invited homeless community groups.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
The London Philharmonic Orchestra will perform Gavin Bryars's Jesus' Blood Never Failed Me Yet on Wednesday 11 January at St John's Waterloo in two concerts; one public performance and the other a relaxed event for invited homeless community groups.
Black Friday: Save up to 54% on LA CLIQUE at the Leicester Square Spiegeltent
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 05, 2022
Black Friday-last chance to get tickets from just £15 for La Clique
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 05, 2022
Black Friday-last chance to get tickets from just £15 for La Clique
UK American Express® Members can Stream PRIMA FACIE on NT Live Free of Charge
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 05, 2022
From 10am on Tuesday 6 December, UK American Express® Cardmembers can access a complimentary rental to Prima Facie on National Theatre at Home, the National Theatre's online streaming platform.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 05, 2022
From 10am on Tuesday 6 December, UK American Express® Cardmembers can access a complimentary rental to Prima Facie on National Theatre at Home, the National Theatre's online streaming platform.
Southbank Centre Announces New Partnership With Intelligence Squared Alongside Spring Literature Season
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
The Southbank Centre has announced its Spring 2023 Literature Season taking place from the new year until the end of May. The season welcomes a brand new partnership with Intelligence Squared which brings together leading experts to tackle today's most topical debates, as well as a powerful line-up of authors, activists, poets and politicians in conversation.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
The Southbank Centre has announced its Spring 2023 Literature Season taking place from the new year until the end of May. The season welcomes a brand new partnership with Intelligence Squared which brings together leading experts to tackle today's most topical debates, as well as a powerful line-up of authors, activists, poets and politicians in conversation.
Review: WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT, Little Angel Theatre
by Charlotte Bois-Pursey - December 05, 2022
A beautifully constructed piece of children's theatre, filled with puppetry and song.
by Charlotte Bois-Pursey - December 05, 2022
A beautifully constructed piece of children's theatre, filled with puppetry and song.
GRENFELL: SYSTEM FAILURE SCENES FROM THE INQUIRY Comes to Three London Venues in 2023
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
Grenfell: System Failure asks those further vital questions raised at the Grenfell Tower Inquiry since the critically acclaimed 2021 play Grenfell: Value Engineering.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
Grenfell: System Failure asks those further vital questions raised at the Grenfell Tower Inquiry since the critically acclaimed 2021 play Grenfell: Value Engineering.
Review: THE PIXIE AND THE PUDDING, Little Angel Studios
by Charlotte Bois-Pursey - December 05, 2022
A gentle and wholesome festive show which offers a nice alternative to the chaos of panto.
by Charlotte Bois-Pursey - December 05, 2022
A gentle and wholesome festive show which offers a nice alternative to the chaos of panto.
Review: MONOPOLY LIFESIZED, London
by Franco Milazzo - December 05, 2022
“Under capitalism, man exploits man. Under communism, it's just the opposite.” Attributed to Nobel Prize-winning economist and Ali G interviewee JK Galbraith, this is the phrase that rolls around my head as I venture into the Crystal Maze-like Monopoly Lifesized, a highly entertaining take on arguably art’s single greatest monument to the pursuit of personal wealth.
by Franco Milazzo - December 05, 2022
“Under capitalism, man exploits man. Under communism, it's just the opposite.” Attributed to Nobel Prize-winning economist and Ali G interviewee JK Galbraith, this is the phrase that rolls around my head as I venture into the Crystal Maze-like Monopoly Lifesized, a highly entertaining take on arguably art’s single greatest monument to the pursuit of personal wealth.
Review: PEPPA PIG BEST DAY EVER, Theatre Royal Haymarket
by Charlotte Bois-Pursey - December 05, 2022
Peppa Pig and friends come to London's West End, offering toddlers the chance to experience live theatre in a fun and friendly environment. Not much in it for the adults but a hit with Peppa's young devotees.
by Charlotte Bois-Pursey - December 05, 2022
Peppa Pig and friends come to London's West End, offering toddlers the chance to experience live theatre in a fun and friendly environment. Not much in it for the adults but a hit with Peppa's young devotees.
Photos: First Look at Ian McKellen and John Bishop in MOTHER GOOSE
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2022
Ambassador Theatre Group Productions has released a new production photo of Ian McKellen and John Bishop in the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE. The production is currently running at Theatre Royal Brighton before the show transfers to London’s Duke of York’s Theatre (15 December – 2 January 2023) ahead of a UK and Ireland Tour until April 2023.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2022
Ambassador Theatre Group Productions has released a new production photo of Ian McKellen and John Bishop in the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE. The production is currently running at Theatre Royal Brighton before the show transfers to London’s Duke of York’s Theatre (15 December – 2 January 2023) ahead of a UK and Ireland Tour until April 2023.
Donmar Warehouse Announces Cast For the World Premiere of Diana Nneka Atuona's TROUBLE IN BUTETOWN
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
Artistic Director Michael Longhurst and Executive Director Henny Finch have announced the casting for Diana Nneka Atuona's Trouble in Butetown. Tinuke Craig directs Samuel Adewunmi, Rita Bernard-Shaw, Ifan Huw Dafydd, Zaqi Ismail, Gareth Kennerley, Bethan Mary-James, Sarah Parish and Zephryn Taitte.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
Artistic Director Michael Longhurst and Executive Director Henny Finch have announced the casting for Diana Nneka Atuona's Trouble in Butetown. Tinuke Craig directs Samuel Adewunmi, Rita Bernard-Shaw, Ifan Huw Dafydd, Zaqi Ismail, Gareth Kennerley, Bethan Mary-James, Sarah Parish and Zephryn Taitte.
Interview: Le Gateau Chocolat on A CHRISTMAS GAIETY, Qatar, BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT and RPDR: 'Drag is transgressive and anarchic at its core'
by Franco Milazzo - December 02, 2022
With a CV that includes drag, opera, musical theatre and live art, Le Gateau Chocolat is a cabaret legend who escapes categorisation even if it is relatively easy to put your finger on just why he is so entertaining.
by Franco Milazzo - December 02, 2022
With a CV that includes drag, opera, musical theatre and live art, Le Gateau Chocolat is a cabaret legend who escapes categorisation even if it is relatively easy to put your finger on just why he is so entertaining.
Review: 12:37, Finborough Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - December 02, 2022
A meandering meditation on Zionism in desperate need of refinement
by Alexander Cohen - December 02, 2022
A meandering meditation on Zionism in desperate need of refinement
Photos: First Look at WICKIES: THE VANISHING MEN OF EILEAN MOR at Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
All new production photos have been released for Wickies: The Vanishing Men of Eilean Mor at Park Theatre. Written by Paul Morrissey, Wickies: The Vanishing Men of Eilean Mor, opened at the Park Theatre on St Andrew’s Day, Wednesday 30th November 2022.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
All new production photos have been released for Wickies: The Vanishing Men of Eilean Mor at Park Theatre. Written by Paul Morrissey, Wickies: The Vanishing Men of Eilean Mor, opened at the Park Theatre on St Andrew’s Day, Wednesday 30th November 2022.
Trevor Noah's OFF THE RECORD Tour is Coming to the UK
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 02, 2022
Trevor Noah will bring his show Off The Record to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Tuesday 21 November 2023 and London's The O2 on Thursday 23 November 2023.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 02, 2022
Trevor Noah will bring his show Off The Record to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Tuesday 21 November 2023 and London's The O2 on Thursday 23 November 2023.
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