Talawa Theatre Company & Young Vic Theatre to Host Event in Honor of Mona Hammond OBE
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Talawa, the UK’s outstanding Black theatre company, is holding an evening of celebration in honour of its late co-founder Mona Hammond OBE (1931–2022). As one of the founders of Talawa Theatre Company in 1986, Hammond was instrumental in championing Black British theatre and her passion and vision was fundamental to the company’s work.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Talawa, the UK’s outstanding Black theatre company, is holding an evening of celebration in honour of its late co-founder Mona Hammond OBE (1931–2022). As one of the founders of Talawa Theatre Company in 1986, Hammond was instrumental in championing Black British theatre and her passion and vision was fundamental to the company’s work.
Voloz Collective's Sell Out Show THE MAN WHO THOUGHT HE KNEW TOO MUCH Comes To Pleasance London
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Wes Anderson meets Hitchcock meets spaghetti western in this multi award-winning, intercontinental, inter-genre, cinematic caper of accusations, accidents and accents. Raucously funny and endlessly inventive, Lecoq-trained company Voloz Collective delight and stun with live original music and virtuosic acrobatics in this fast-paced whodunnit. Following a completely sold out Edinburgh run, Voloz brings The Man Who Thought He Knew Too Much to The Pleasance London.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Wes Anderson meets Hitchcock meets spaghetti western in this multi award-winning, intercontinental, inter-genre, cinematic caper of accusations, accidents and accents. Raucously funny and endlessly inventive, Lecoq-trained company Voloz Collective delight and stun with live original music and virtuosic acrobatics in this fast-paced whodunnit. Following a completely sold out Edinburgh run, Voloz brings The Man Who Thought He Knew Too Much to The Pleasance London.
Save up to 57% on BRIGHT HALF LIFE at the King's Head Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 14, 2022
Save up to 57% on Bright Half Life-tickets from just £15 What if life came with a rewind button?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 14, 2022
Save up to 57% on Bright Half Life-tickets from just £15 What if life came with a rewind button?
BUT I'M A CHEERLEADER Returns To The Turbine in October
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Back by popular demand, But I'm A Cheerleader: The Musical, which won audiences over with its charm and heart-warming story during its first run in February is back! Casting is yet to be announced, but expect catchy songs, lots of cheers and undeniable fun.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Back by popular demand, But I'm A Cheerleader: The Musical, which won audiences over with its charm and heart-warming story during its first run in February is back! Casting is yet to be announced, but expect catchy songs, lots of cheers and undeniable fun.
ALICE'S ADVENTURE UNDERGROUND At Labyrinth Waterloo Announces New Dates
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
The previously announced dates for “ALICE'S ADVENTURES UNDERGROUND” at Labyrinth Waterloo have changed.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
The previously announced dates for “ALICE'S ADVENTURES UNDERGROUND” at Labyrinth Waterloo have changed.
Review: DON GIOVANNI, Royal Opera House
by Franco Milazzo - September 14, 2022
With the opening night delayed due to the death of Queen Elizabeth II and coming at a period of national mourning, this latest revival of Kasper Holten’s take on Don Giovanni is as cathartic an experience as it gets.
by Franco Milazzo - September 14, 2022
With the opening night delayed due to the death of Queen Elizabeth II and coming at a period of national mourning, this latest revival of Kasper Holten’s take on Don Giovanni is as cathartic an experience as it gets.
The Pleasance Announces Autumn Season Coming to London in October 2022
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
After a fantastic Fringe, Pleasance are ready to present a season of wonderful shows this Autumn. The Best of the Edinburgh season is back, bringing nine incredible shows to London straight from the Fringe, followed by WRESTIVAL, a three-day festival of ground-breaking work curated by wrestler turned performance artist Heather Bandenburg.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
After a fantastic Fringe, Pleasance are ready to present a season of wonderful shows this Autumn. The Best of the Edinburgh season is back, bringing nine incredible shows to London straight from the Fringe, followed by WRESTIVAL, a three-day festival of ground-breaking work curated by wrestler turned performance artist Heather Bandenburg.
POTTED PANTO Returns to the Apollo Theatre in December
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
'Potted Panto', written by double Olivier nominees Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner (also former CBBC TV presenters) and Richard Hurst, is a madcap ride through the biggest stories and best-loved characters from the wonderful world of pantomime.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
'Potted Panto', written by double Olivier nominees Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner (also former CBBC TV presenters) and Richard Hurst, is a madcap ride through the biggest stories and best-loved characters from the wonderful world of pantomime.
Cast Announced For FROM HERE TO ETERNITY at Charing Cross Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
The full cast has been announcedfor the brand new production of Tim Rice and Stuart Brayson's epic musical 'From Here To Eternity', with casting by Jane Deitch.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
The full cast has been announcedfor the brand new production of Tim Rice and Stuart Brayson's epic musical 'From Here To Eternity', with casting by Jane Deitch.
Full Cast Announced For World Première Of Christopher Isherwood's A SINGLE MAN at Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Troupe, in association with Park Theatre, today announce the full cast for the world première of Christopher Isherwood's A Single Man, in a new adaptation from Simon Reade with direction by Philip Wilson.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Troupe, in association with Park Theatre, today announce the full cast for the world première of Christopher Isherwood's A Single Man, in a new adaptation from Simon Reade with direction by Philip Wilson.
WIND IN THE WILLOWS Adaptation Comes To Wilton's Music Hall This Christmas
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
This Christmas, Kenneth Grahame's compelling The Wind in the Willows is coming to Wilton's Music Hall, in a brand-new version The Wind in the Willows Wilton's by acclaimed children's author Piers Torday that will immerse adults and children (+5 years) into the charming and playful world of Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
This Christmas, Kenneth Grahame's compelling The Wind in the Willows is coming to Wilton's Music Hall, in a brand-new version The Wind in the Willows Wilton's by acclaimed children's author Piers Torday that will immerse adults and children (+5 years) into the charming and playful world of Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad.
MY SON'S A QUEER (BUT WHAT CAN YOU DO?) Cast Recording to Be Released Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
As Rob Madge transfers their award-winning autobiographical show, My Son's a Queer (But What Can You Do?), to the West End, theatre music label Westway announces that it will release the original cast recording of the show through their Westway Original imprint on 21 October 2022.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
As Rob Madge transfers their award-winning autobiographical show, My Son's a Queer (But What Can You Do?), to the West End, theatre music label Westway announces that it will release the original cast recording of the show through their Westway Original imprint on 21 October 2022.
BACK TO THE FUTURE Extends Booking to 23 July
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Due to overwhelming demand, lead producer Colin Ingram, together with Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale, the creators of the Back To The Future film trilogy, are delighted to announce that BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical’s performances at the Adelphi Theatre in London’s West End will extend to 23 July 2023 as it celebrates its first Birthday.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Due to overwhelming demand, lead producer Colin Ingram, together with Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale, the creators of the Back To The Future film trilogy, are delighted to announce that BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical’s performances at the Adelphi Theatre in London’s West End will extend to 23 July 2023 as it celebrates its first Birthday.
Review: LOVE ALL, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - September 14, 2022
As directed by Littler, it’s deceivingly traditional on the surface. The staging is rather conventional with its 30s sitting rooms, period furniture, and interwar fashion tying the subject matter to its temporal setting and social class.
by Cindy Marcolina - September 14, 2022
As directed by Littler, it’s deceivingly traditional on the surface. The staging is rather conventional with its 30s sitting rooms, period furniture, and interwar fashion tying the subject matter to its temporal setting and social class.
Cast Announced For REGENERATE: LOST SONGS FROM THE MUSICALS
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
On Sunday 18th September 2022 at 7.00pm GMT (1900hrs), greats of the West End and Broadway join together for a unique night of musical theatre at REGENERATE: Lost Songs from the Musicals.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
On Sunday 18th September 2022 at 7.00pm GMT (1900hrs), greats of the West End and Broadway join together for a unique night of musical theatre at REGENERATE: Lost Songs from the Musicals.
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE PRINCE at Southwark Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
The Prince by Abigail Thorn is coming to Southwark Playhouse Performances run 15 September - 8th October. See rehearsal photos here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
The Prince by Abigail Thorn is coming to Southwark Playhouse Performances run 15 September - 8th October. See rehearsal photos here!
Most Shows in Central London to Close for Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre have released a statement regarding the closure of theatres for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Read the statement here.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre have released a statement regarding the closure of theatres for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Read the statement here.
Theatres Begin Announcing Cancellations on the Day of The Queen's Funeral
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2022
Theatres have begun announcing the cancellation of performances on Monday 19 September, the day of The Queen's funeral.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2022
Theatres have begun announcing the cancellation of performances on Monday 19 September, the day of The Queen's funeral.
Photos: First Look at THE P WORD at the Bush Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
The Bush Theatre presents THE P WORD by Waleed Akhtar 9 September - 22 October. Get a first look in the photos here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
The Bush Theatre presents THE P WORD by Waleed Akhtar 9 September - 22 October. Get a first look in the photos here!
Final Extension Announced For THE GREAT GATSBY in the West End
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
Immersive Everywhere have announced a final extension for London's longest running immersive theatrical production THE GREAT GATSBY. Adapted and directed by Alexander Wright, THE GREAT GATSBY will play at Gatsby's Mansion within Immersive|LDN in Mayfair until 7 January 2023, which will be its final season in London.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
Immersive Everywhere have announced a final extension for London's longest running immersive theatrical production THE GREAT GATSBY. Adapted and directed by Alexander Wright, THE GREAT GATSBY will play at Gatsby's Mansion within Immersive|LDN in Mayfair until 7 January 2023, which will be its final season in London.
Photos: First Look at THE SNAIL HOUSE at Hampstead Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
Production photos are released for the world premiere of The Snail House. Written and directed by Richard Eyre, The Snail House officially opens on 14 September and runs until 15 October.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
Production photos are released for the world premiere of The Snail House. Written and directed by Richard Eyre, The Snail House officially opens on 14 September and runs until 15 October.
Guest Blog: Julian Forsyth Talks About His 1000th Appearance in THE WOMAN IN BLACK & the Innovative Rehearsal Process
by Guest Blog: Julian Forsyth - September 13, 2022
What’s so special about The Woman in Black, and why is it still running in the West End after 33 years? As someone who is about to perform in it for the 1,000th time, I can offer an insider’s view that provides just one of several answers to that question.
by Guest Blog: Julian Forsyth - September 13, 2022
What’s so special about The Woman in Black, and why is it still running in the West End after 33 years? As someone who is about to perform in it for the 1,000th time, I can offer an insider’s view that provides just one of several answers to that question.
Tickets From £12 for GLORIANA at the London Coliseum
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2022
Tickets From £12 for English National Opera's GLORIANA at the London Coliseum
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 13, 2022
Tickets From £12 for English National Opera's GLORIANA at the London Coliseum
FORGOTTEN VOICES Comes to the Canal Cafe Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
Forgotten Voices is the remarkable true story of a London pensioner who helped pave the way for Nelson Mandela and the liberation of South Africa.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
Forgotten Voices is the remarkable true story of a London pensioner who helped pave the way for Nelson Mandela and the liberation of South Africa.
Review: THE CLINIC, Almeida Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - September 13, 2022
An awkward marriage of melodrama and naturalism
by Alexander Cohen - September 13, 2022
An awkward marriage of melodrama and naturalism
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