Review: BARBIE: THE MOVIE, Royal Albert Hall
by Franco Milazzo - March 09, 2025
It may have lacked the star power seen in previous shows but the Royal Albert Hall’s latest entry in their Films In Concert events was a night punctuated by laughter, tears and raw emotion.
by Franco Milazzo - March 09, 2025
It may have lacked the star power seen in previous shows but the Royal Albert Hall’s latest entry in their Films In Concert events was a night punctuated by laughter, tears and raw emotion.
Writer & Director John Patrick Shanley Brings His Exclusive Workshop to Europe
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2025
Known for his celebrated works such as Doubt and Moonstruck, Shanley has been a prolific and celebrated figure in theatre and film, earning an Oscar, a Tony, and a Pulitzer Prize.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2025
Known for his celebrated works such as Doubt and Moonstruck, Shanley has been a prolific and celebrated figure in theatre and film, earning an Oscar, a Tony, and a Pulitzer Prize.
Interview: From Kansas Sunflower Patch to Speakeasy Queen: Eddy Hackett on Belle Livingstone, the Inspiration for The Lost Estate's 58TH STREET
by Franco Milazzo - March 08, 2025
We speak to Eddy Hackett of immersive theatre specialists The Lost Estate about the jazz-infused 58th Street and its inspiration Belle Livingstone.
by Franco Milazzo - March 08, 2025
We speak to Eddy Hackett of immersive theatre specialists The Lost Estate about the jazz-infused 58th Street and its inspiration Belle Livingstone.
Royal Exchange Chief Executive Resigns Following Censorship Concerns
by Joshua Wright - March 07, 2025
Royal Exchange Theatre's chief executive Stephen Freeman has resigned following the cancellation of a production that referenced the Israel-Gaza conflict and transgender rights.
by Joshua Wright - March 07, 2025
Royal Exchange Theatre's chief executive Stephen Freeman has resigned following the cancellation of a production that referenced the Israel-Gaza conflict and transgender rights.
Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of Cate Blanchett in THE SEAGULL?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 07, 2025
Cate Blanchett and Tom Burke make their return to the stage in Thomas Ostermeier's new production of Chekhov’s The Seagull. What did the critics think?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 07, 2025
Cate Blanchett and Tom Burke make their return to the stage in Thomas Ostermeier's new production of Chekhov’s The Seagull. What did the critics think?
Review: TWICE-BORN; SCOTTISH BALLET, Sadler’s Wells
by Matthew Paluch - March 07, 2025
Scottish Ballet return to Sadler’s Wells with a triple bill. One film, and two live pieces. All of the work is contemporary dance based, and acts as a vehicle for the company dancers to show off their well honed, dance capabilities. I wonder if a classical piece could have balanced things out and allowed the dancers to show their full range of talents?
by Matthew Paluch - March 07, 2025
Scottish Ballet return to Sadler’s Wells with a triple bill. One film, and two live pieces. All of the work is contemporary dance based, and acts as a vehicle for the company dancers to show off their well honed, dance capabilities. I wonder if a classical piece could have balanced things out and allowed the dancers to show their full range of talents?
Review: PUNCH, Young Vic
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 07, 2025
Based on the memoir of Jacob Dunne, Punch is the sobering true story of the tragic and rippling consequences of a single punch thrown on a night out.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 07, 2025
Based on the memoir of Jacob Dunne, Punch is the sobering true story of the tragic and rippling consequences of a single punch thrown on a night out.
Video: Watch Steve Coogan In DR. STRANGELOVE Live Capture Preview
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove. Watch a video from the pro-shot now!
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove. Watch a video from the pro-shot now!
Mischief Will Bring CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG to London This Year
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Mischief will return to the West End for a predictably chaotic Christmas season with their new festive stage show - Christmas Carol Goes Wrong. Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Mischief will return to the West End for a predictably chaotic Christmas season with their new festive stage show - Christmas Carol Goes Wrong. Learn more about the show here!
STARLIGHT EXPRESS Extends and Reveals New Cast
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Andrew Lloyd Webber's STARLIGHT EXPRESS at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre has extended booking for a fifth time, and has announced new cast members.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Andrew Lloyd Webber's STARLIGHT EXPRESS at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre has extended booking for a fifth time, and has announced new cast members.
Review: THE SEAGULL, Starring Cate Blanchett, Barbican Theatre
by Gary Naylor - March 06, 2025
A radical reworking from its German director and co-adaptor that misses as much as it hits
by Gary Naylor - March 06, 2025
A radical reworking from its German director and co-adaptor that misses as much as it hits
Review: BITCH BOXER, Watford Palace Theatre
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - March 06, 2025
Jodie Campbell in knockout form as a trail-blazing boxer who must deal with family trauma on the eve of her biggest fight.
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - March 06, 2025
Jodie Campbell in knockout form as a trail-blazing boxer who must deal with family trauma on the eve of her biggest fight.
Review: EDWARD II, Swan Theatre
by Debbie Gilpin - March 06, 2025
'I'll bandy with the barons and the earls, and either die or live with Gaveston.' There has been much conjecture over the centuries as to the true nature of Edward II’s relationship with Piers Gaveston; were they friends, committed partners, or something in between? It’s not something for which we can ever have conclusive proof, thanks to the passing of time and the fact that sexuality wasn’t as rigidly defined in medieval times as it is now. Christopher Marlowe had his own thoughts about the pair, and that is what we see brought to life in his history play.
by Debbie Gilpin - March 06, 2025
'I'll bandy with the barons and the earls, and either die or live with Gaveston.' There has been much conjecture over the centuries as to the true nature of Edward II’s relationship with Piers Gaveston; were they friends, committed partners, or something in between? It’s not something for which we can ever have conclusive proof, thanks to the passing of time and the fact that sexuality wasn’t as rigidly defined in medieval times as it is now. Christopher Marlowe had his own thoughts about the pair, and that is what we see brought to life in his history play.
Video: Watch New Footage From MEAN GIRLS in London
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
All new footage has been released from MEAN GIRLS in the West End! Check out the video here and learn more about Mean Girls and how to get tickets to this production.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
All new footage has been released from MEAN GIRLS in the West End! Check out the video here and learn more about Mean Girls and how to get tickets to this production.
Interview: 'It's Just Camp At Its Highest Form!': Actor Mason Alexander Park on MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
by Kat Mokrynski - March 06, 2025
Recently, we had the chance to speak with Park about their experiences over the past few months in the two plays. We discussed what it has been like working in London for the first time, working on two shows at once and even why they think Shakespeare is still popular, centuries after his death.
by Kat Mokrynski - March 06, 2025
Recently, we had the chance to speak with Park about their experiences over the past few months in the two plays. We discussed what it has been like working in London for the first time, working on two shows at once and even why they think Shakespeare is still popular, centuries after his death.
Review: MACBETH, Lyric Hammersmith
by Cindy Marcolina - March 06, 2025
The production checks off each convention you might think belongs to non-Jamie Lloyd contemporary theatre one after the other. Swanky set? Tick. Random handheld microphone that’s used once? Tick. Eccentric spin on a classic protagonist? Tick. One excellent visual display that re-establishes a recurring allegory? Tick. A strong female character we forget about halfway through? Tick. Live feeds and projections? Tick. That one actor who incorporates BSL in their practice? Tick. Sudden meta-break for no reason at all? Tick. It’s exhausting. It becomes a masterclass in how not to build a new take on Macbeth.
by Cindy Marcolina - March 06, 2025
The production checks off each convention you might think belongs to non-Jamie Lloyd contemporary theatre one after the other. Swanky set? Tick. Random handheld microphone that’s used once? Tick. Eccentric spin on a classic protagonist? Tick. One excellent visual display that re-establishes a recurring allegory? Tick. A strong female character we forget about halfway through? Tick. Live feeds and projections? Tick. That one actor who incorporates BSL in their practice? Tick. Sudden meta-break for no reason at all? Tick. It’s exhausting. It becomes a masterclass in how not to build a new take on Macbeth.
Review: JASMIN VARDIMON: NOW, Sadler's Wells East
by Louise Penn - March 06, 2025
With NOW standing for many nows, thens, nowheres, future nows, past nows, and present nows, Jasmin Vardimon offers up revisited classic choreography fused with new material to create a beautiful and intense way to celebrate the company's 25th anniversary. Offering a window into the world through movement, music and video, NOW is a playful and political piece.
by Louise Penn - March 06, 2025
With NOW standing for many nows, thens, nowheres, future nows, past nows, and present nows, Jasmin Vardimon offers up revisited classic choreography fused with new material to create a beautiful and intense way to celebrate the company's 25th anniversary. Offering a window into the world through movement, music and video, NOW is a playful and political piece.
SUN RECORDS, THE CONCERT Comes To Darlington Hippodrome
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
Sun Records, The Concert, will be at the Darlington Hippodrome on Tuesday 17th June 2025, 7:30pm. Sun Records, The Concert returns to the UK in 2025 with a brand-new production.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
Sun Records, The Concert, will be at the Darlington Hippodrome on Tuesday 17th June 2025, 7:30pm. Sun Records, The Concert returns to the UK in 2025 with a brand-new production.
Simon Stephen's MEN'S BUSINESS Announced At Finborough Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
Following a sold out run at the Glass Mask Theatre in Dublin, the world premiere from Tony and Olivier Award winner Simon Stephens, Men's Business opens at the Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
Following a sold out run at the Glass Mask Theatre in Dublin, the world premiere from Tony and Olivier Award winner Simon Stephens, Men's Business opens at the Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Will Tour the UK This Autumn
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is set to embark on an electrifying UK tour this autumn, bringing the hit stage adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling novel to audiences across the country.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is set to embark on an electrifying UK tour this autumn, bringing the hit stage adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling novel to audiences across the country.
Bush Theatre Reveals New Artistic Director and Co-CEO
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
The Bush Theatre trustees have appointed Taio Lawson as the theatre's new Artistic Director and Co-CEO. Taio joins the company in Summer 2025 and will oversee the final season of plays programmed by Lynette Linton, who leaves in March 2025.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
The Bush Theatre trustees have appointed Taio Lawson as the theatre's new Artistic Director and Co-CEO. Taio joins the company in Summer 2025 and will oversee the final season of plays programmed by Lynette Linton, who leaves in March 2025.
Tim Firth's THIS IS MY FAMILY Will Make Its London Premiere in May
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
Anthology Theatre has announced the London premiere of Tim Firth's Award-winning musical This Is My Family. Directed by Vicky Featherstone, the brand-new production opens at Southwark Playhouse Elephant.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
Anthology Theatre has announced the London premiere of Tim Firth's Award-winning musical This Is My Family. Directed by Vicky Featherstone, the brand-new production opens at Southwark Playhouse Elephant.
Rylan, Owain Wyn Evans, Maisie Smith, and More Nominated For Pantomime Awards 2025; Full List!
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
The UK Pantomime Association has announced the nominees for The Pantomime Awards 2025, which will take place next month at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking. Check out the full list here!
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
The UK Pantomime Association has announced the nominees for The Pantomime Awards 2025, which will take place next month at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking. Check out the full list here!
Full Cast Set For West End Transfer of GIANT Starring John Lithgow
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
The full cast has been announced for the West End transfer of the Royal Court Theatre’s production of GIANT, written by Mark Rosenblatt, directed by Nicholas Hytner and designed by Bob Crowley.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
The full cast has been announced for the West End transfer of the Royal Court Theatre’s production of GIANT, written by Mark Rosenblatt, directed by Nicholas Hytner and designed by Bob Crowley.
Full Cast Set For UK Premiere of HOW TO FIGHT LONELINESS
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
The full cast has been announced for the UK première of Neil LaBute’s How to Fight Loneliness at Park Theatre. Stratford East’s newly appointed Artistic Director, Lisa Spirling directs.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
The full cast has been announced for the UK première of Neil LaBute’s How to Fight Loneliness at Park Theatre. Stratford East’s newly appointed Artistic Director, Lisa Spirling directs.
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