Review: THE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS (THE MUSICAL!), Phoenix Arts Club
by Clementine Scott - May 21, 2025
If there’s any fanbase that is totally unafraid of in-jokes and self-references, it’s musical theatre enthusiasts. This is a group of people who will quote a throwaway line from one of Sondheim’s lesser known shows and not care whether or not the joke lands. It’s that kind of sentiment that The Musical of Musicals (The Musical!) tapped into when it first premiered in 2003, and little about theatre kids has changed, so the show goes on.
by Clementine Scott - May 21, 2025
If there’s any fanbase that is totally unafraid of in-jokes and self-references, it’s musical theatre enthusiasts. This is a group of people who will quote a throwaway line from one of Sondheim’s lesser known shows and not care whether or not the joke lands. It’s that kind of sentiment that The Musical of Musicals (The Musical!) tapped into when it first premiered in 2003, and little about theatre kids has changed, so the show goes on.
Review: IN OTHER WORDS, Arcola Theatre
by Clementine Scott - May 20, 2025
“That’s life”, sings Frank Sinatra over the sound system, in just one of the many hits from his back catalogue that makes up the soundtrack to In Other Words. And he has a point: this understated drama about the slow progress of Alzheimer’s disease, which returns to the Arcola after an acclaimed 2023 run (and an award-winning French translation), is a heartbreaking paean to the parts of life that we can’t avoid.
by Clementine Scott - May 20, 2025
“That’s life”, sings Frank Sinatra over the sound system, in just one of the many hits from his back catalogue that makes up the soundtrack to In Other Words. And he has a point: this understated drama about the slow progress of Alzheimer’s disease, which returns to the Arcola after an acclaimed 2023 run (and an award-winning French translation), is a heartbreaking paean to the parts of life that we can’t avoid.
Review Roundup: David Ireland's THE FIFTH STEP @sohoplace
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 20, 2025
After many years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James agrees to become the sponsor of newcomer Luka. On the cusp of Step 5, their conversations must turn to confessionals, with progress hinging on Luka revealing secrets that could lead back to alcohol. But it’s clear that James also has dangerous truths in his past, truths that threaten the trust on which both their recoveries depend.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 20, 2025
After many years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James agrees to become the sponsor of newcomer Luka. On the cusp of Step 5, their conversations must turn to confessionals, with progress hinging on Luka revealing secrets that could lead back to alcohol. But it’s clear that James also has dangerous truths in his past, truths that threaten the trust on which both their recoveries depend.
Photos: First Look At Ore Oduba And More In PICTURE YOU DEAD UK Tour
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
Check out new photos of Ore Oduba in the world premiere tour of Picture You Dead. Adapted from the UK’s number one crime writer Peter James’ bestselling novel about Detective Superintendent Roy Grace, Picture You Dead is touring major UK theatres until 26 July 2025.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
Check out new photos of Ore Oduba in the world premiere tour of Picture You Dead. Adapted from the UK’s number one crime writer Peter James’ bestselling novel about Detective Superintendent Roy Grace, Picture You Dead is touring major UK theatres until 26 July 2025.
Video: Watch A Scene From Wild West-Inspired ROMEO & JULIET at Shakespeare's Globe
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
Get a first look at Romeo & Juliet on the Globe stage, as they explore one of Shakespeare's most famous plays, transported to the exciting and dangerous world of the Wild West. Watch Act 1, Scene 5 from the new production!
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
Get a first look at Romeo & Juliet on the Globe stage, as they explore one of Shakespeare's most famous plays, transported to the exciting and dangerous world of the Wild West. Watch Act 1, Scene 5 from the new production!
Adult Pantomime Returns To The West End With SINDERELLA
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
Adult pantomime, Sinderella, will return in a brand-new production at the prestigious Scala in the heart of London’s West End, for a limited run from 19th December- 11th January.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
Adult pantomime, Sinderella, will return in a brand-new production at the prestigious Scala in the heart of London’s West End, for a limited run from 19th December- 11th January.
Photos: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF in Rehearsal at Barbican Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
Fiddler on the Roof is running this summer at the Barbican Theatre from 24 May until 19 July. This strictly limited residency follows a sold-out season at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre last year. Check out rehearsal photos here!
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
Fiddler on the Roof is running this summer at the Barbican Theatre from 24 May until 19 July. This strictly limited residency follows a sold-out season at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre last year. Check out rehearsal photos here!
STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS in Concert Comes to The Royal Albert Hall
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
The Royal Albert Hall will be giving the Films in Concert treatment to one of the Star Wars sequels for the first time, with a screening of Star Wars: The Force Awakens in Concert.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
The Royal Albert Hall will be giving the Films in Concert treatment to one of the Star Wars sequels for the first time, with a screening of Star Wars: The Force Awakens in Concert.
Review: THE FIFTH STEP, starring Martin Freeman and Jack Lowden
by Cindy Marcolina - May 19, 2025
Plays like The Fifth Step don't come around often. Those whose layered philosophical exoskeleton props up their own dramatic contradictions in quietly superb theatre. At its core, though less pure black comedy and more complex introspective drama coated in dark irony than what you’d expect from David Ireland, it has that delicious push-and-pull that only Ireland can write. It’s a potluck of themes. Alcoholism, recovery, resentment, masculinity, spirituality, family, class, what-have-you populate a play that’s as tense as it is caustic.
by Cindy Marcolina - May 19, 2025
Plays like The Fifth Step don't come around often. Those whose layered philosophical exoskeleton props up their own dramatic contradictions in quietly superb theatre. At its core, though less pure black comedy and more complex introspective drama coated in dark irony than what you’d expect from David Ireland, it has that delicious push-and-pull that only Ireland can write. It’s a potluck of themes. Alcoholism, recovery, resentment, masculinity, spirituality, family, class, what-have-you populate a play that’s as tense as it is caustic.
Review: IL BARBIÈRE DI SIVIGLIA, Glyndebourne Festival
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 19, 2025
Opera buffa is an ever-popular genre of the art, and more than two centuries after its composition, Rossini's Il barbière di Siviglia remains one this genre's most often staged operas. The music and lyrics are pure genius, but the success of this particular opera comes from an inherent understanding of the comedy within. Annabel Arden's production makes a triumphant return to Glyndebourne because it does just that.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 19, 2025
Opera buffa is an ever-popular genre of the art, and more than two centuries after its composition, Rossini's Il barbière di Siviglia remains one this genre's most often staged operas. The music and lyrics are pure genius, but the success of this particular opera comes from an inherent understanding of the comedy within. Annabel Arden's production makes a triumphant return to Glyndebourne because it does just that.
Review: A STAN IS BORN!, Riverside Studios
by Kat Mokrynski - May 19, 2025
It’s common to hear about people moving to New York City in order to find themselves and start their path. Something not as common? Moving from New York City to a small village in rural Germany. But that’s exactly what the family of Alexis Sakellaris does when he’s only eight years old, and it’s where our story begins.
by Kat Mokrynski - May 19, 2025
It’s common to hear about people moving to New York City in order to find themselves and start their path. Something not as common? Moving from New York City to a small village in rural Germany. But that’s exactly what the family of Alexis Sakellaris does when he’s only eight years old, and it’s where our story begins.
Review: THE LAST INCEL, Pleasance Theatre
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - May 19, 2025
Incel. As a word, its used as an insult, a harmful label, a warning. But what if the men who once was called the cautioned word started wearing it like a badge of honour and as a way to validate their disturbing behaviour?
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - May 19, 2025
Incel. As a word, its used as an insult, a harmful label, a warning. But what if the men who once was called the cautioned word started wearing it like a badge of honour and as a way to validate their disturbing behaviour?
Review: CHLOE RADCLIFFE: CHEAT, Soho Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - May 19, 2025
Chloe Radcliffe: CHEAT begins with a bang - literally, with Radcliffe telling the audience about the time that she “lived a porn” and had sex with the FedEx delivery driver. It’s a surprising start to the show, but it certainly sets the tone for the show, with Radcliffe revealing a secret that some people keep for the rest of her lives. She’s cheated.
by Kat Mokrynski - May 19, 2025
Chloe Radcliffe: CHEAT begins with a bang - literally, with Radcliffe telling the audience about the time that she “lived a porn” and had sex with the FedEx delivery driver. It’s a surprising start to the show, but it certainly sets the tone for the show, with Radcliffe revealing a secret that some people keep for the rest of her lives. She’s cheated.
Video: Anoushka Lucas 'Shoulders' Music Video for ELEPHANT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025
Watch Anoushka Lucas’ new release Shoulders, from her one-woman show, Elephant, which is opening at the Menier Chocolate Factory. Watch here and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025
Watch Anoushka Lucas’ new release Shoulders, from her one-woman show, Elephant, which is opening at the Menier Chocolate Factory. Watch here and learn more!
Photos: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG New Cast in Rehearsals
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Brand new rehearsal photographs of the new cast of The Play That Goes Wrong who will be performing at London’s Duchess Theatre from Tuesday 3 June 2025 have been released!
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Brand new rehearsal photographs of the new cast of The Play That Goes Wrong who will be performing at London’s Duchess Theatre from Tuesday 3 June 2025 have been released!
Video: Watch the Trailer For Lady Macbeth Video Game LILI
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Watch the video trailer for LILI, a video game inspired by Lady Macbeth, from the RSC, iNK Stories NYC and Alambic Production. LILI is the RSC’s debut in video gaming, placing Lady Macbeth in a contemporary adaptation set in Iran.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Watch the video trailer for LILI, a video game inspired by Lady Macbeth, from the RSC, iNK Stories NYC and Alambic Production. LILI is the RSC’s debut in video gaming, placing Lady Macbeth in a contemporary adaptation set in Iran.
Review Roundup: MR. SWALLOW: SHOW PONY at Richmond Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025
After a sell-out 2023 UK tour and extended run in London’s West End, Nick Mohammed returned as his alter-ego Mr. Swallow with a brand new show, Mr. Swallow: Show Pony at Richmond Theatre. Read the reviews here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025
After a sell-out 2023 UK tour and extended run in London’s West End, Nick Mohammed returned as his alter-ego Mr. Swallow with a brand new show, Mr. Swallow: Show Pony at Richmond Theatre. Read the reviews here!
Full Cast Set For Rodgers & Hammerstein's DREAM BALLETS: A TRIPLE BILL at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced the full cast of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Dream Ballets: A Triple Bill, re-imagining the dream ballets from Allegro, Oklahoma! and Carousel.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced the full cast of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Dream Ballets: A Triple Bill, re-imagining the dream ballets from Allegro, Oklahoma! and Carousel.
Over £110,000 Raised at the Acting For Others West End Flea Market
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Theatrical charity Acting for Others has announced that more than £110,000 was raised at their fifth annual West End Flea Market, held on Saturday 17 May at St Paul's Church in Covent Garden, making it their most successful event to date.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Theatrical charity Acting for Others has announced that more than £110,000 was raised at their fifth annual West End Flea Market, held on Saturday 17 May at St Paul's Church in Covent Garden, making it their most successful event to date.
Dylan Moran, Francesca Annis, Patti Smith and More Join Ralph Fiennes / Theatre Royal Bath Season
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Award-winning comedian and actor Dyland Moran, BAFTA winner Francesca Annis, and TV stars Patrick Robinson and Charlie Rowe are amongst the cast announced today as part of the RALPH FIENNES / THEATRE ROYAL BATH SEASON.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Award-winning comedian and actor Dyland Moran, BAFTA winner Francesca Annis, and TV stars Patrick Robinson and Charlie Rowe are amongst the cast announced today as part of the RALPH FIENNES / THEATRE ROYAL BATH SEASON.
Keala Settle and Priyanka Join the Cast of THE DIANA MIXTAPE
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Concert. Biopic. Musical. THE DIANA MIXTAPE is a brand-new production from Director/Producer Christopher D. Clegg, that will have its world premiere in London at Here @Outernet this summer.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Concert. Biopic. Musical. THE DIANA MIXTAPE is a brand-new production from Director/Producer Christopher D. Clegg, that will have its world premiere in London at Here @Outernet this summer.
Review: THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY, Chichester Festival Theatre
by Gary Naylor - May 16, 2025
Mark Addy and Jenna Russell lead a super cast in a show based on Rachel Joyce's runaway bestseller
by Gary Naylor - May 16, 2025
Mark Addy and Jenna Russell lead a super cast in a show based on Rachel Joyce's runaway bestseller
Review: PARLOUR SONG, Greenwich Theatre
by Clementine Scott - May 16, 2025
In the Jez Butterworth canon, it’s easy to overlook Parlour Song. First staged at the Almeida in 2009 and not revived in the UK since, this kitchen sink drama lacks the fiery polemicism of The Ferryman or the bold state-of-the-nation reflectiveness of Jerusalem. Greenwich Theatre Artistic Director James Haddrell’s production makes a solid, if not entirely compelling, argument for revisiting this early work.
by Clementine Scott - May 16, 2025
In the Jez Butterworth canon, it’s easy to overlook Parlour Song. First staged at the Almeida in 2009 and not revived in the UK since, this kitchen sink drama lacks the fiery polemicism of The Ferryman or the bold state-of-the-nation reflectiveness of Jerusalem. Greenwich Theatre Artistic Director James Haddrell’s production makes a solid, if not entirely compelling, argument for revisiting this early work.
Photos: SHUCKED at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2025
Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has released production photos for the UK premiere of musical comedy Shucked. Performances are now underway. Check out the photos here!
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2025
Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has released production photos for the UK premiere of musical comedy Shucked. Performances are now underway. Check out the photos here!
Cast Set For UK Premiere of SING STREET at The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2025
The UK premiere of Sing Street, a new musical based on the 2016 movie of the same name by John Carney will receive its UK premiere at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre. Producers have announced the cast.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2025
The UK premiere of Sing Street, a new musical based on the 2016 movie of the same name by John Carney will receive its UK premiere at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre. Producers have announced the cast.
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