Kyle Richardson and More Join the Cast of THE LION KING UK and Ireland Tour
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
The UK and Ireland Tour of Disney's The Lion King will welcome 12 new members to its cast of over 50 actors, singers and dancers this winter. The award winning landmark musical is currently playing a season at Manchester Palace until 11 March, where over 300,000 people will experience the show during the only North West dates.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
The UK and Ireland Tour of Disney's The Lion King will welcome 12 new members to its cast of over 50 actors, singers and dancers this winter. The award winning landmark musical is currently playing a season at Manchester Palace until 11 March, where over 300,000 people will experience the show during the only North West dates.
BBC Studios Announces BBC EARTH EXPERIENCES Featuring Seven Worlds, One Planet
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
BBC Earth Experience is a ground-breaking new attraction offering visitors the chance to experience the extraordinary diversity of our seven unique continents, on the most epic scale featuring bespoke narration from David Attenborough.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
BBC Earth Experience is a ground-breaking new attraction offering visitors the chance to experience the extraordinary diversity of our seven unique continents, on the most epic scale featuring bespoke narration from David Attenborough.
Dawn Butler MP and Rachna Sundaram Join National Youth Theatre Board Of Trustees
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
National Youth Theatre will welcome Dawn Butler MP and Accenture's Rachna Sundaram to the charity's Board of Trustees.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
National Youth Theatre will welcome Dawn Butler MP and Accenture's Rachna Sundaram to the charity's Board of Trustees.
The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama Announces New Vice Presidents
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
Following news last week that Sonia Friedman OBE had been appointed President of The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Central has announced the appointments of four new Vice Presidents.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
Following news last week that Sonia Friedman OBE had been appointed President of The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Central has announced the appointments of four new Vice Presidents.
Concord Music Publishing's Yearly Sync Event Returns For 5th Year
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
Concord Music Publishing (CMP) held their 5th annual REIMAGINED event in central London on November 17th. REIMAGINED is CMP's yearly sync event to celebrate various parts of their extensive catalogue through new remixes, covers and recordings.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
Concord Music Publishing (CMP) held their 5th annual REIMAGINED event in central London on November 17th. REIMAGINED is CMP's yearly sync event to celebrate various parts of their extensive catalogue through new remixes, covers and recordings.
Cast Announced For SALT-WATER MOON at Finborough Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
In a production commissioned by the Finborough Theatre, the UK premiere of David French's classic Salt-Water Moon opens at the Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season on Tuesday, 3 January 2023 (Press Nights: Thursday, 5 January 2023 and Friday, 6 January 2023 at 7.30pm). It's a splendid moon-filled night in Coley's Point in 1926.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2022
In a production commissioned by the Finborough Theatre, the UK premiere of David French's classic Salt-Water Moon opens at the Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season on Tuesday, 3 January 2023 (Press Nights: Thursday, 5 January 2023 and Friday, 6 January 2023 at 7.30pm). It's a splendid moon-filled night in Coley's Point in 1926.
Review: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK, Lyric Hammersmith
by Paige Cochrane - November 28, 2022
With winter nights growing ever darker and Christmas just around the corner, now is the perfect time to treat yourself to everyone’s favourite festive entertainment. Who doesn’t love a pantomime? This year, the Lyric Hammersmith’s offering is a re-imagining of Jack and the Beanstalk. Nostalgia is thrust into the present with a soundtrack packed full of Beyonce, Billie Eilish and many more.
by Paige Cochrane - November 28, 2022
With winter nights growing ever darker and Christmas just around the corner, now is the perfect time to treat yourself to everyone’s favourite festive entertainment. Who doesn’t love a pantomime? This year, the Lyric Hammersmith’s offering is a re-imagining of Jack and the Beanstalk. Nostalgia is thrust into the present with a soundtrack packed full of Beyonce, Billie Eilish and many more.
Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, London Coliseum
by Gary Naylor - November 27, 2022
Opera based on much loved 1946 film offers a vision of a town without music, without joy, without love and, in doing so, compels us to value what we have - a moral shared by everyone in the house, but not outside it.
by Gary Naylor - November 27, 2022
Opera based on much loved 1946 film offers a vision of a town without music, without joy, without love and, in doing so, compels us to value what we have - a moral shared by everyone in the house, but not outside it.
THE BEST PINTS to Play The Hope Theatre in January
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2022
After a sold-out performance at the White Bear Theatre, FishMail Productions brings The Best Pints to The Hope Theatre in January 2023 to ask the question 'what's the best pint you ever had?' all over again.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2022
After a sold-out performance at the White Bear Theatre, FishMail Productions brings The Best Pints to The Hope Theatre in January 2023 to ask the question 'what's the best pint you ever had?' all over again.
Finalists Announced for THE VOICE OF BLACK OPERA
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2022
Black British Classical Foundation has announced the five singers who have been chosen to advance to the Grand Final Concert of the Voice of Black Opera competition to be staged at Birmingham Town Hall on 5 December 2022.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2022
Black British Classical Foundation has announced the five singers who have been chosen to advance to the Grand Final Concert of the Voice of Black Opera competition to be staged at Birmingham Town Hall on 5 December 2022.
Olivier Award Stolen From Musical Con Has Been Found
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
The Olivier Award, which had been stolen during October's Musical Con, has been found! The fan convention took place at ExCeL London in October. The event was the first of its kind and brought together 10,000 musical theatre fans for a celebration of musicals.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
The Olivier Award, which had been stolen during October's Musical Con, has been found! The fan convention took place at ExCeL London in October. The event was the first of its kind and brought together 10,000 musical theatre fans for a celebration of musicals.
Photos: First Look at THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS Adaptation at Wilton's Music Hall
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Get a first look at Kenneth Grahame's compelling The Wind in the Willows, now playing at Wilton's Music Hall, in a brand-new version. The Wind in the Willows Wilton's by acclaimed children's author Piers Torday will immerse adults and children into the charming and playful world of Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Get a first look at Kenneth Grahame's compelling The Wind in the Willows, now playing at Wilton's Music Hall, in a brand-new version. The Wind in the Willows Wilton's by acclaimed children's author Piers Torday will immerse adults and children into the charming and playful world of Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad.
WICKIES: THE VANISHING MEN OF EILEAN MOR Announces Charity Partnership With StrongMen
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Paul Morrissey, Christopher Wheeler, and Molly Morris, in association with Park Theatre, are partnering with StrongMen.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Paul Morrissey, Christopher Wheeler, and Molly Morris, in association with Park Theatre, are partnering with StrongMen.
Michael D. Xavier, Simon Bailey, Emma Kingston & More to Take Part in Christmas Concert at The Actor's Church
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
A stellar line-up of 12 musical theatre Stars, along with host Michael D. Xavier, will bring festive stardust and glitter to Covent Garden's The Actor's Church on the Sunday before Christmas, as they perform in a special concert in aid of Children with Cancer UK (CwCUK) accompanied by the students of MX Masterclass (MXM).
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
A stellar line-up of 12 musical theatre Stars, along with host Michael D. Xavier, will bring festive stardust and glitter to Covent Garden's The Actor's Church on the Sunday before Christmas, as they perform in a special concert in aid of Children with Cancer UK (CwCUK) accompanied by the students of MX Masterclass (MXM).
Review Roundup: BAGHDADDY Opens at the Royal Court
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Read the reviews for Baghdaddy, written by Jasmine Naziha Jones and directed by Milli Bhatia, running at the Royal Court Jerwood Theatre Downstairs through Saturday 17 December 2022.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Read the reviews for Baghdaddy, written by Jasmine Naziha Jones and directed by Milli Bhatia, running at the Royal Court Jerwood Theatre Downstairs through Saturday 17 December 2022.
Review: NATIVITY! THE MUSICAL, Birmingham Rep
by Laura Lott - November 25, 2022
Since it was released in 2009, the warm-hearted movie comedy Nativity! has been on many families' essential Christmas viewing lists. This festive season, the stage version of the film returns to Birmingham Rep, where it received its world premiere in 2017. Written, directed and composed by Debbie Isitt, who also wrote and directed the movie, this production is a joy from start to finish. Postponed twice due the pandemic, it was definitely worth the wait.
by Laura Lott - November 25, 2022
Since it was released in 2009, the warm-hearted movie comedy Nativity! has been on many families' essential Christmas viewing lists. This festive season, the stage version of the film returns to Birmingham Rep, where it received its world premiere in 2017. Written, directed and composed by Debbie Isitt, who also wrote and directed the movie, this production is a joy from start to finish. Postponed twice due the pandemic, it was definitely worth the wait.
Photos: First Look at CINDERELLA Panto at Theatre Royal Stratford East
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Get a first look at Theatre Royal Stratford East's Cinderella, which will be made available for streaming from 23 December 2022 – 07 January 2023.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Get a first look at Theatre Royal Stratford East's Cinderella, which will be made available for streaming from 23 December 2022 – 07 January 2023.
Photos: First Look at CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY – THE MUSICAL at Leeds Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
The spectacular new production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY – THE MUSICAL, presented by Leeds Playhouse in association with Neal Street Productions & Playful Productions, opens this week. Check out photos here!
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
The spectacular new production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY – THE MUSICAL, presented by Leeds Playhouse in association with Neal Street Productions & Playful Productions, opens this week. Check out photos here!
Interview: Neil Bartlett on the Writing Process, Gender Identity and Adapting ORLANDO for the Stage
by Aliya Al-Hassan - November 25, 2022
Adapted by Neil Bartlett, starring Golden Globe winner Emma Corrin and directed by Tony and Olivier winner Michael Grandage, the early-awaited stage version of Orlando is about to start previews. BroadwayWorld caught up with Neil ahead of opening night on 5 December to talk about the writing process, gender identity and the magic of language.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - November 25, 2022
Adapted by Neil Bartlett, starring Golden Globe winner Emma Corrin and directed by Tony and Olivier winner Michael Grandage, the early-awaited stage version of Orlando is about to start previews. BroadwayWorld caught up with Neil ahead of opening night on 5 December to talk about the writing process, gender identity and the magic of language.
Photos: Inside Press Night For ELF THE MUSICAL at Dominion Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Press night of ELF The Musical took place at the Dominion Theatre yesterday, Thursday 24 November 2022. Guests included Katherine Ryan, Russell Kane, Shane Richie, Rachel Stevens and Denise Welch. Check out photos here!
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Press night of ELF The Musical took place at the Dominion Theatre yesterday, Thursday 24 November 2022. Guests included Katherine Ryan, Russell Kane, Shane Richie, Rachel Stevens and Denise Welch. Check out photos here!
QUEENZ – THE SHOW WITH BALLS is Coming to the West End Next Week
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Queenz – The Show with Balls will be strutting to London's Arts Theatre next week! Queenz – The Show with Balls will open at London's Arts Theatre on Thursday 1st December and run until Sunday 4th December 2022.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Queenz – The Show with Balls will be strutting to London's Arts Theatre next week! Queenz – The Show with Balls will open at London's Arts Theatre on Thursday 1st December and run until Sunday 4th December 2022.
Photos: First Look at Emma Corrin in MGC's ORLANDO at the Garrick Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Get an all new first look at Emma Corrin in MGC's Orlando. The production begins performances this weekend. Check out the photos here!
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Get an all new first look at Emma Corrin in MGC's Orlando. The production begins performances this weekend. Check out the photos here!
Photos: First Look at JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has released production photos for its pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk, written by Jude Christian and Sonia Jalaly with Emmanuel Akwafo playing Dame Trott, Maddison Bulleyment playing Jill, Jodie Jacobs playing Fleshcreep, Leah St Luce playing Jack and Finlay McGuigan playing Simon.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has released production photos for its pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk, written by Jude Christian and Sonia Jalaly with Emmanuel Akwafo playing Dame Trott, Maddison Bulleyment playing Jill, Jodie Jacobs playing Fleshcreep, Leah St Luce playing Jack and Finlay McGuigan playing Simon.
Mischief's MIND MANGLER Announces West End Performances
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Mischief has announced extra dates for their first ever UK Tour of Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle, including select Sunday performances at the Garrick Theatre in the West End and a preview performance at Mountview.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
Mischief has announced extra dates for their first ever UK Tour of Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle, including select Sunday performances at the Garrick Theatre in the West End and a preview performance at Mountview.
Guildhall School of Music & Drama Announces Spring 2023 Events
by Aliya Al-Hassan - November 25, 2022
This spring, Guildhall School of Music & Drama presents a varied programme of events for the public to enjoy, including concerts, drama productions, opera and jazz.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - November 25, 2022
This spring, Guildhall School of Music & Drama presents a varied programme of events for the public to enjoy, including concerts, drama productions, opera and jazz.
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