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Review: ADDICTIVE BEAT, Dilston Gallery (Southwark Park Galleries)
by Cindy Marcolina - September 24, 2022
Addictive Beats is a missed opportunity to attract a younger generation to explore mental health. Sure, the music is crazy cool and the show promises a great vibe, but, as it is, it’s a production that only scrapes the top of its themes but saved a lot of money on seat rental.
Video: Georgina Onuorah Star Of THE WIZARD OF OZ At Curve Leicester, Sings 'Over The Rainbow'
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Leicester's Curve theatre has revealed rising star Georgina Onuorah will lead its Christmas musical The Wizard of Oz as Dorothy later this year. See video of Georgina performing the iconic song, 'Over the Rainbow'!
I, VICTOR Announced At Old Red Lion Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Queer retelling of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley I, Victor at The Old Red Lion Theatre, Islington.
THE QUALITY OF MERCY: Concerning The Life & Crimes Of Dr Harold Frederick Shipman to Open at The Courtyard Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Sarah Lawrie for Nailed Productions will present the world premiere of THE QUALITY OF MERCY: Concerning the Life and Crimes of Dr Harold Frederick Shipman, written & performed by Edwin Flay | Directed by Bernie C. Byrnes, 27 September - 8 October 2022.
Photos: See Dame Maureen Lipman, Sir Ian McKellen & More at Opening Night of ROSE at Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Following a hugely successful award-winning online run, which was later broadcast on Sky Arts, Dame Maureen Lipman returned to the title role of Rose for a new production of Rose starting on the stage on which it was filmed. See photos from Rose's opening at Park Theatre here!
Photos: First Look at ADDICTIVE BEAT at Southwark Park Galleries
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
All new photos have been released for Addictive Beat, the newest play by Dawn King (The Trials, Donmar Warehouse), starring Fionn Whitehead (Dunkirk; Black Mirror: Bandersnatch) and Boadicea Ricketts (Bartholomew Fair, Sam Wanamaker Playhouse; She Ventures & He Wins, The Young Vic), and with live music from DJ Anikdote.  
Young Associates / Ben Duke Presents TO START WITH at Sadler's Wells
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
In November 2021, the second cohort of the Sadler's Wells Young Associates introduced their refreshing voices at sell-out performances in the Lilian Baylis Studio. The next step of their journey sees John-William Watson, Magnus Westwell, Olive Hardy and Vidya Patel take to the Sadler's Wells stage with the World Premiere of To Start With on Wednesday 26 October.
Cast Announced For BUT I'M A CHEERLEADER: THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Making the perfect dismount into The Turbine Theatre and playing, Megan, our typical, all American, high school senior with a love of cheerleading is Jessica Aubrey (Bedknobs and Broomsticks). Taking on role of True Directions' resident rebel will be Megan Hill (Maria Friedman and Friends - Legacy), as Graham.
Review: GROOVE, Oxford House
by Franco Milazzo - September 23, 2022
Produced by Outbox and Shoreditch Town Hall, Groove tells a story at the heart of every gay community: that of the dancefloor and those who gather on it.
Photos: Carrie Hope Fletcher and More in Rehearsal For THE CAUCASIAN CHALK CIRCLE
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
All new rehearsal photos have been released for the Rose Theatre’s production of The Caucasian Chalk Circle directed by Christopher Haydon and with Carrie Hope Fletcher as Grusha and Jonathan Slinger as Azdak. 
The ENO Presents THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD This Autumn
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
This Autumn, the English National Opera (ENO) presents the first production of Gilbert & Sullivan's The Yeomen of the Guard in the company's history.
Dame Hilary Mantel, Author of Wolf Hall, Dies Aged 70
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 23, 2022
Dame Hilary Mantel, the British author best known for her Wolf Hall trilogy, has died aged 70.
SOLT and UK Theatre Issue Statement Criticising Chancellor's Announcement
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 23, 2022
Hannah Essex, Co-CEO, Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre has issued a statement criticising the Chancellor's announcement for missing opportunities to help the theatre sector.
BBC Arts Announces Forthcoming Highlights of Sunday Night Performance
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 23, 2022
BBC Arts has announced a range of new commissions for the Autumn in Sunday Night Performances on BBC Four. Sunday Night Performances showcase some of the best of the UK’s dance, theatre, music and spoken word in specially made films for television every week of the year.
Review: SUS, Park Theatre
by Gary Naylor - September 23, 2022
Sus retains its power and relevance, but one can't help wondering if it requires an update to account for the changes in policing minorities in the 43 years since it was written - at their roots, the problems are the same, but they present somewhat differently.
Flute Theatre Presents PERICLES and PERICLES FOR AUTISTIC INDIVIDUALS
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Flute Theatre changes the lives of autistic individuals and their families through ground-breaking Shakespeare productions. The company performs Pericles in two productions to include all possible audiences.
UK Delegation Outlines Plans for Eurovision 2023 Song and Act
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 23, 2022
The BBC has confirmed selection plans for the United Kingdom’s song and act for the 67th Eurovision Song Contest.
Polka Theatre Appoints New Chair Of Trustees
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Polka Theatre in Wimbledon has announced the appointment of Dominic Proctor as the new Chair of Trustees from November 2022. With a background in marketing, Dominic has extensive experience in the charity sector, having been a Founding Trustee of Tommy's, the baby charity, which funds research into stillbirth, premature birth and miscarriage.
AIN'T TOO PROUD - The Life And Times Of The Temptations Will Open in the West End in March 2023
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
The smash hit Tony Award-winning Broadway musical AIN'T TOO PROUD – The Life and Times of The Temptations, will bring the incredible true story of the greatest R&B group of all time to the West End.
Award Winning Comic Jordan Gray Comes to the London Palladium Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
After 10 years in the music biz (and a memorable run on The Voice), Jordan Gray took her brand-new show “Is it a Bird” to the Edinburgh Fringe this August. To call her show a runaway hit, does not do justice to the enormous buzz the show created. Suddenly Jordan is one of the UK's most exciting and celebrated comics. And for good reason.
Full Cast Announced For Hope Mill Theatre's Production Of Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Full casting has been announced for the UK theatrical premiere of Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella, opening at Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester in November.
Underbelly Announces LA CLIQUE at This Year's Christmas In Leicester Square
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Underbelly has announced that the critically acclaimed, genre-defining and world-renowned cabaret, La Clique is returning to London's glittering West End this Christmas, fresh off a sold-out Edinburgh Fringe season.
Tickets for £25 for MARVELLOUS at SohoPlace
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 23, 2022
Tickets for £25 for Marvellous at new venue SohoPlace. Be the first @sohoplace. The West End newest theatre opening 15 October with the joyful and inspiring - Marvellous, the incredible story of Neil ‘Nello’ Baldwin.
First UK Live Recording Of Podcast WTF With Marc Maron Podcast Set For Next Month In London
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
It was announced that, alongside two already sold out stand-up dates in London this October, Marc Maron will welcome fellow comedian, writer and film-maker, David Baddiel for the first ever UK live recording of his hit podcast, WTF with Marc Maron on Wednesday 19th October at London's Bloomsbury Theatre.
Ania Magliano Announces Extra Leicester Square Date With Debut Hour
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Following a critically acclaimed Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut, which impressively sold out in week 1 of the month-long festival and already selling out her upcoming 6 night October Soho Theatre run, comedian and writer Ania Magliano has announced an extra London show at Leicester Square Theatre on Friday 11th November.

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