Review: HAMLET HAIL TO THE THIEF, Royal Shakespeare Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - June 15, 2025
It was only February when we headed to Stratford-upon-Avon to review Hamlet, so it comes as quite the surprise to head through green fields speckled with sheep for the same play a mere four months later. Elsinore might have been a massive moving ship back then, but it’s receiving an astonishing overhaul this time.
by Cindy Marcolina - June 15, 2025
It was only February when we headed to Stratford-upon-Avon to review Hamlet, so it comes as quite the surprise to head through green fields speckled with sheep for the same play a mere four months later. Elsinore might have been a massive moving ship back then, but it’s receiving an astonishing overhaul this time.
Photos: Gala Night for EARNEST? at Richmond Theatre
by Emmy Rice - June 14, 2025
On June 13, guests including Monica Dolan, Joanne Clifton, TV presenter Ria Hebden, FIA Formula 3 racing driver Louis Sharp, fashion designer Chanel Joan Elkayam and others attended the Gala Night at Richmond Theatre. See the photos here!
by Emmy Rice - June 14, 2025
On June 13, guests including Monica Dolan, Joanne Clifton, TV presenter Ria Hebden, FIA Formula 3 racing driver Louis Sharp, fashion designer Chanel Joan Elkayam and others attended the Gala Night at Richmond Theatre. See the photos here!
Review: THE MIDNIGHT BELL, Sadler’s Wells
by Alice Cope - June 13, 2025
This sultry production from Matthew Bourne unfolds not as a single sweeping story, but as a mosaic of interwoven vignettes, each one a glimpse into the lives of the lonely, the hopeful and the heartbroken.
by Alice Cope - June 13, 2025
This sultry production from Matthew Bourne unfolds not as a single sweeping story, but as a mosaic of interwoven vignettes, each one a glimpse into the lives of the lonely, the hopeful and the heartbroken.
Review: ...EARNEST?, Richmond Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - June 13, 2025
A play within a play is not a new concept, but Say It Again, Sorry’s ...Earnest? brings something quite new to the stage. Having come a long way since its premiere at Islington's Pleasance in 2019, the show follows a rather tortuous production of Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest which loses cast members one by one, only to replace them with unsuspecting members of the audience.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - June 13, 2025
A play within a play is not a new concept, but Say It Again, Sorry’s ...Earnest? brings something quite new to the stage. Having come a long way since its premiere at Islington's Pleasance in 2019, the show follows a rather tortuous production of Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest which loses cast members one by one, only to replace them with unsuspecting members of the audience.
Review: GODZ, Peacock Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - June 13, 2025
Out of the Spiegeltent and into the West End, Head First Acrobats’ GODZ sees an assortment of deities descend on Peacock Theatre with a heavenly blend of adult comedy, scintillating circus and enough raw sex appeal to send Magic Mike back to Hogwarts.
by Franco Milazzo - June 13, 2025
Out of the Spiegeltent and into the West End, Head First Acrobats’ GODZ sees an assortment of deities descend on Peacock Theatre with a heavenly blend of adult comedy, scintillating circus and enough raw sex appeal to send Magic Mike back to Hogwarts.
Review: THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, Shakespeare in the Squares
by Kat Mokrynski - June 13, 2025
Last night may have been one of the most English evenings I’ve had since moving to London several years ago. Sitting in a private garden near Hyde Park, sipping on wine and watching as a theatre troupe puts on Shakespeare’s The Taming of The Shrew - it can’t get more English than that!
by Kat Mokrynski - June 13, 2025
Last night may have been one of the most English evenings I’ve had since moving to London several years ago. Sitting in a private garden near Hyde Park, sipping on wine and watching as a theatre troupe puts on Shakespeare’s The Taming of The Shrew - it can’t get more English than that!
Photos: DREAM BALLETS: A TRIPLE BILL in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2025
Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre will present Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Dream Ballets: A Triple Bill. Check out rehearsal photos here and learn more about the show!
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2025
Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre will present Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Dream Ballets: A Triple Bill. Check out rehearsal photos here and learn more about the show!
Review: KING OF PANGEA, King’s Head Theatre
by Christiana Rose - June 12, 2025
King of Pangea at the King’s Head Theatre, London is a striking and inventive one-act 90-minute play, which blends the personal experience of grief with surreal world-building.
by Christiana Rose - June 12, 2025
King of Pangea at the King’s Head Theatre, London is a striking and inventive one-act 90-minute play, which blends the personal experience of grief with surreal world-building.
Review: JUST FOR ONE DAY, Shaftesbury Theatre
by Abbie Grundy - June 12, 2025
Just For One Day brings the iconic Live Aid concert to life.
by Abbie Grundy - June 12, 2025
Just For One Day brings the iconic Live Aid concert to life.
Interview: 'There's No Other Musical Like It' : Actor Cameron Johnson on Playing Colonel Martin in Stephen Sondheim's Last Musical, HERE WE ARE
by Kat Mokrynski - June 12, 2025
Recently, we had the chance to talk with Cameron Johnson, who plays Colonel Martin in Here We Are. We discussed how he first got started in the world of theatre in Peterborough, what it has been like to take on such an absurd piece and even how he almost pulled a sick day to see a show he was in since the beginning!
by Kat Mokrynski - June 12, 2025
Recently, we had the chance to talk with Cameron Johnson, who plays Colonel Martin in Here We Are. We discussed how he first got started in the world of theatre in Peterborough, what it has been like to take on such an absurd piece and even how he almost pulled a sick day to see a show he was in since the beginning!
THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE Returns to London in August
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe which this year celebrates the 75th Anniversary of the publication of C.S. Lewis novel, returns to the Capital for a Summer Season at Sadler's Wells.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe which this year celebrates the 75th Anniversary of the publication of C.S. Lewis novel, returns to the Capital for a Summer Season at Sadler's Wells.
Photos: First Look at Renders From GREASE: THE IMMERSIVE MOVIE MUSICAL at Battersea Park
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
The doors to Rydell High will open for a strictly limited term of just six weeks in August. Check out all new renders from the production here!
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
The doors to Rydell High will open for a strictly limited term of just six weeks in August. Check out all new renders from the production here!
RSC & Unicorn Theatre Will Host New Co-Production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
For the first time, the Royal Shakespeare Company is joining forces with the Unicorn Theatre on a new co-production of Shakespeare's riotous tale of mischief, magic and mayhem; A Midsummer Night's Dream.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
For the first time, the Royal Shakespeare Company is joining forces with the Unicorn Theatre on a new co-production of Shakespeare's riotous tale of mischief, magic and mayhem; A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Adèle Anderson Joins UK and Ireland Tour of PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Adèle Anderson, best known as one-third of the internationally acclaimed satirical cabaret trio Fascinating Aïda, will play the role of Bernadette in the UK and Ireland tour of Priscilla Queen of the Desert.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Adèle Anderson, best known as one-third of the internationally acclaimed satirical cabaret trio Fascinating Aïda, will play the role of Bernadette in the UK and Ireland tour of Priscilla Queen of the Desert.
Ore Oduba Will Lead Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Hope Mill Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Ore Oduba will star as Dr Frederick Frankenstein in Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN THE MUSICAL which will have its regional premiere at Hope Mill Theatre in October.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Ore Oduba will star as Dr Frederick Frankenstein in Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN THE MUSICAL which will have its regional premiere at Hope Mill Theatre in October.
ECHO Comes To King's Head Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Susan Eve Haar's play ECHO will run at King's Head Theatre next month. ECHO will be directed by Abigail Zealey Bess and will star Amara Okereke and Kyle Rowe.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Susan Eve Haar's play ECHO will run at King's Head Theatre next month. ECHO will be directed by Abigail Zealey Bess and will star Amara Okereke and Kyle Rowe.
A TUPPERWARE OF ASHES Will Be Available to Stream on National Theatre at Home
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
From 8 July, audiences worldwide can watch Tanika Gupta's (A Doll's House, Lyric Hammersmith) new play, A Tupperware of Ashes on National Theatre at Home, joining over 90 productions already on the platform.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
From 8 July, audiences worldwide can watch Tanika Gupta's (A Doll's House, Lyric Hammersmith) new play, A Tupperware of Ashes on National Theatre at Home, joining over 90 productions already on the platform.
Review: OSCAR AT THE CROWN, The Crown
by Kat Mokrynski - June 11, 2025
Walking down into The Crown for Oscar at The Crown makes one feel as though they are entering the bunker of a conspiracy theorist, with photos connected with thread and quotes written on the walls. Turning the corner, audience members are greeted by a quote in glowing yellow - “What a beginning. What a wonderful beginning.”
by Kat Mokrynski - June 11, 2025
Walking down into The Crown for Oscar at The Crown makes one feel as though they are entering the bunker of a conspiracy theorist, with photos connected with thread and quotes written on the walls. Turning the corner, audience members are greeted by a quote in glowing yellow - “What a beginning. What a wonderful beginning.”
Guest Blog: Writer and Composer Tim Firth On Creating THIS IS MY FAMILY
by Guest Author - June 11, 2025
Someone once told me writing a musical with an original story would be like climbing Everest. This turned out to be not entirely true. A mountaineer at least knows Everest is there to be climbed. That it has a top to be reached. That it will not disappear under him halfway up. None of these comforts are afforded the writer. You have to have a really good reason for abandoning the reassurance of a pre-existing story.
by Guest Author - June 11, 2025
Someone once told me writing a musical with an original story would be like climbing Everest. This turned out to be not entirely true. A mountaineer at least knows Everest is there to be climbed. That it has a top to be reached. That it will not disappear under him halfway up. None of these comforts are afforded the writer. You have to have a really good reason for abandoning the reassurance of a pre-existing story.
Video: COME FALL IN LOVE- THE DDLJ MUSICAL First Look
by A.A. Cristi - June 11, 2025
Following the successful opening of the UK Premiere of Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical in Manchester last week, vibrant new footage of the show has been released today alongside a video of the First Night at Manchester Opera House.
by A.A. Cristi - June 11, 2025
Following the successful opening of the UK Premiere of Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical in Manchester last week, vibrant new footage of the show has been released today alongside a video of the First Night at Manchester Opera House.
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Reveals Details For Dance Takeover Day
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced details of the Dance Takeover as part of its Open Air Theatre Festival series set for next month. Learn more about the event here!
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced details of the Dance Takeover as part of its Open Air Theatre Festival series set for next month. Learn more about the event here!
Final Cast Set For TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL in London
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
The West End production of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL has announced the final cast for the production, which will end its run at the Aldwych Theatre in September.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
The West End production of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL has announced the final cast for the production, which will end its run at the Aldwych Theatre in September.
Rachel Zegler and More Join WEST END LIVE 20th Anniversary Event
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Celebrating its 20th year, West End LIVE will return on Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 June, with a packed line-up of top London shows. Learn more about the lineup here!
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Celebrating its 20th year, West End LIVE will return on Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 June, with a packed line-up of top London shows. Learn more about the lineup here!
Review: FLUMPS, Mercury Theatre
by Jess Ashley - June 11, 2025
Fancy something sweet? Flumps, the debut full-length play by Essex writer Emma Jo Pallett, has arrived at the Mercury Theatre’s Studio. Originally performed at Colchester Fringe in 2022, Pallett’s dark comedy has since been in development with the Mercury, now becoming their brand-new Studio Original. Flumps is co-produced by The Thelmas, brought to life by the company’s award-winning Artistic Director Madelaine Moore
by Jess Ashley - June 11, 2025
Fancy something sweet? Flumps, the debut full-length play by Essex writer Emma Jo Pallett, has arrived at the Mercury Theatre’s Studio. Originally performed at Colchester Fringe in 2022, Pallett’s dark comedy has since been in development with the Mercury, now becoming their brand-new Studio Original. Flumps is co-produced by The Thelmas, brought to life by the company’s award-winning Artistic Director Madelaine Moore
Interview: 'It's Bloody Huge!' : Creative Director Sophie Larsmon On Her Immense Immersive Theatre Show STOREHOUSE
by Franco Milazzo - June 10, 2025
Just what is (and isn't) the truth is an eternally relevant discussion and a subject at the heart of Storehouse, a new immense immersive theatre production set in a 90,000 square metres warehouse in Deptford.
by Franco Milazzo - June 10, 2025
Just what is (and isn't) the truth is an eternally relevant discussion and a subject at the heart of Storehouse, a new immense immersive theatre production set in a 90,000 square metres warehouse in Deptford.
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