Review: CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: CORTEO, Royal Albert Hall
by Franco Milazzo - January 16, 2025
A spectacular that puts the “fun” into funeral, Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo is their finest London outing in over a decade.
by Franco Milazzo - January 16, 2025
A spectacular that puts the “fun” into funeral, Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo is their finest London outing in over a decade.
Hanna Streeter Appointed Executive Director Of Stratford East
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2025
Stratford East has announced that Hanna Streeter has been appointed Executive Director and joint CEO, taking up the position from July 2025.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2025
Stratford East has announced that Hanna Streeter has been appointed Executive Director and joint CEO, taking up the position from July 2025.
Interview: 'Love Makes Every Character a Fool': Andrew Richardson on RSC's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Kat Mokrynski - January 16, 2025
The RSC’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream has transferred from Stratford-upon-Avon to the Barbican Centre for the winter. Starring Mathew Baynton as Bottom, the Shakespeare comedy tells the tale of four young lovers from Athens who escape into a magical forest where they come face-to-face with the fairy world.
by Kat Mokrynski - January 16, 2025
The RSC’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream has transferred from Stratford-upon-Avon to the Barbican Centre for the winter. Starring Mathew Baynton as Bottom, the Shakespeare comedy tells the tale of four young lovers from Athens who escape into a magical forest where they come face-to-face with the fairy world.
Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen Will Join West End Cast of WICKED
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2025
WICKED has announced its full new London cast who are set to begin performances at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre in March. Learn more about the full cast here!
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2025
WICKED has announced its full new London cast who are set to begin performances at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre in March. Learn more about the full cast here!
Review Roundup: TARANTULA Opens at Arcola Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2025
See what the critics are saying about Tarantula at Arcola Theatre. Read the reviews for the production starring Georgie Henley and learn more about the show!
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2025
See what the critics are saying about Tarantula at Arcola Theatre. Read the reviews for the production starring Georgie Henley and learn more about the show!
SIX THE MUSICAL in London Will Welcome New Queens Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2025
All new Queens are joining the West End cast of Six the Musical next month! Learn more about the new cast and find out how to get tickets to Six the Musical in London here!
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2025
All new Queens are joining the West End cast of Six the Musical next month! Learn more about the new cast and find out how to get tickets to Six the Musical in London here!
THANKS FOR HAVING ME Comes to the King's Head Theatre in February
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2025
Thanks for Having Me, a sharp new comedy, is coming to the King's Head Theatre. Following his sold-out success with February Face, Keelen Kember returns with a fresh and witty take on mismatched roommates and the rollercoaster of modern romance.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2025
Thanks for Having Me, a sharp new comedy, is coming to the King's Head Theatre. Following his sold-out success with February Face, Keelen Kember returns with a fresh and witty take on mismatched roommates and the rollercoaster of modern romance.
MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO Sets West End Cast
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2025
The full West End company has been announced for the multi-award winning stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli's My Neighbour Totoro. Learn more about the cast here!
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2025
The full West End company has been announced for the multi-award winning stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli's My Neighbour Totoro. Learn more about the cast here!
Review: LA PENDUE: LA MANÉKINE, Barbican Centre
by Franco Milazzo - January 15, 2025
Fusing together puppetry, live music and projections, MimeLondon’s opener La Manékine brings to vivid life one of the more gruesome of the Brothers Grimm’s tales.
by Franco Milazzo - January 15, 2025
Fusing together puppetry, live music and projections, MimeLondon’s opener La Manékine brings to vivid life one of the more gruesome of the Brothers Grimm’s tales.
Review Roundup: Did OLIVER! Leave Audiences Wanting More?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 15, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Lionel Bart’s iconic musical, OLIVER!, which he has fully reconceived with director and choreographer Matthew Bourne, has now opened at the Gielgud Theatre.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 15, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Lionel Bart’s iconic musical, OLIVER!, which he has fully reconceived with director and choreographer Matthew Bourne, has now opened at the Gielgud Theatre.
Review: OLIVER!, Gielgud Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 15, 2025
After blowing audiences away in Chichester, Matthew Bourne’s addictive version of Lionel Bart’s beloved OLIVER! lands in the West End in truly glorious form.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 15, 2025
After blowing audiences away in Chichester, Matthew Bourne’s addictive version of Lionel Bart’s beloved OLIVER! lands in the West End in truly glorious form.
Equity: Bristol Arts Cuts Will Cause 'Significant Damage'
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
Performing arts and entertainment union Equity is urging Bristol City Council to drop plans to cut hundreds of thousands of pounds from the arts and culture budget.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
Performing arts and entertainment union Equity is urging Bristol City Council to drop plans to cut hundreds of thousands of pounds from the arts and culture budget.
Review: FIREBIRD, King's Head Theatre
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - January 14, 2025
Intimate, clever staging enhances a tearjerker of a show
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - January 14, 2025
Intimate, clever staging enhances a tearjerker of a show
Review: THE DEVIL MAY CARE, Southwark Playhouse
by Cindy Marcolina - January 14, 2025
The American production of George Bernard Shaw’s The Devil's Disciple was, famously, the first financial success for the Irish writer. Though originally set during the Revolutionary era, Director Mark Giesser adapts it to a later war, perhaps in an attempt to modernise its themes and draw a parallel with contemporary topics of discussion. Rebellion and sacrifice unfold out against a field of racism, violence, and colonial dynamics, but none of it hits as hard as it should.
by Cindy Marcolina - January 14, 2025
The American production of George Bernard Shaw’s The Devil's Disciple was, famously, the first financial success for the Irish writer. Though originally set during the Revolutionary era, Director Mark Giesser adapts it to a later war, perhaps in an attempt to modernise its themes and draw a parallel with contemporary topics of discussion. Rebellion and sacrifice unfold out against a field of racism, violence, and colonial dynamics, but none of it hits as hard as it should.
Photos: Jonathan Bailey Rehearses For RICHARD II
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
London Theatre Company has released new photos from the Richard II rehearsal room, starring Jonathan Bailey of Wicked, Bridgerton and Company fame and directed by Nicholas Hytner. Check out the new photos here!
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
London Theatre Company has released new photos from the Richard II rehearsal room, starring Jonathan Bailey of Wicked, Bridgerton and Company fame and directed by Nicholas Hytner. Check out the new photos here!
Caden Brauch Joins West End Cast of BACK TO THE FUTURE as Marty McFly
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
A global search is underway for the next Marty McFly, to celebrate the numerous productions of BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical worldwide. Plus, Caden Brauch will join the West End cast as Marty McFly from Monday 10 February 2025.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
A global search is underway for the next Marty McFly, to celebrate the numerous productions of BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical worldwide. Plus, Caden Brauch will join the West End cast as Marty McFly from Monday 10 February 2025.
BBC Radio 2 Will Honour Elaine Paige With London Palladium Concert
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
Radio 2 will honour Elaine Paige - the station’s host of Elaine Paige on Sunday - and her 60 year career in showbusiness with Radio 2 Celebrates Elaine Paige at the London Palladium on 25 April 2025.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
Radio 2 will honour Elaine Paige - the station’s host of Elaine Paige on Sunday - and her 60 year career in showbusiness with Radio 2 Celebrates Elaine Paige at the London Palladium on 25 April 2025.
Tickets Now on Sale For the 2025 Olivier Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
The Olivier Awards 2025 with Mastercard will return to the majestic Royal Albert Hall in April. Tickets are now on sale for the event for Mastercard cardholders only.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
The Olivier Awards 2025 with Mastercard will return to the majestic Royal Albert Hall in April. Tickets are now on sale for the event for Mastercard cardholders only.
Beverley Knight Will Lead UK Premiere of MARIE AND ROSETTA
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
Rose Theatre, Chichester Festival Theatre and ETT have announced the UK premiere of George Brant’s Marie and Rosetta, the play with music telling the true story of American singer and songwriter Rosetta Tharpe and her protégé Marie Knight.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
Rose Theatre, Chichester Festival Theatre and ETT have announced the UK premiere of George Brant’s Marie and Rosetta, the play with music telling the true story of American singer and songwriter Rosetta Tharpe and her protégé Marie Knight.
Guest Blog: Springbok's Artistic Director Josh Maughan on Reimagining HEDDA GABLER
by Josh Maughan - January 14, 2025
In the first act of our queer reimagining of Ibsen’s classic Hedda Gabler, we hear, “It’s funny, how it all keeps spinning.” Each time I hear it, I’m forced to confront the dire state of our creative spaces in London and the vulnerability of the communities that inhabit them.
by Josh Maughan - January 14, 2025
In the first act of our queer reimagining of Ibsen’s classic Hedda Gabler, we hear, “It’s funny, how it all keeps spinning.” Each time I hear it, I’m forced to confront the dire state of our creative spaces in London and the vulnerability of the communities that inhabit them.
SH Productions Announces The First Tour Of BANGERS
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
Following outstanding responses to its runs in London and at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Danusia Samal's acclaimed gig theatre show Bangers will tour between February and April 2025.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
Following outstanding responses to its runs in London and at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Danusia Samal's acclaimed gig theatre show Bangers will tour between February and April 2025.
Review: BELLY OF THE BEAST, Finborough Theatre
by Tsitsi Tsopotsa - January 13, 2025
This world premiere, directed by Dadlow Lin, strips away theatrical artifice to focus on the raw humanity of its characters, delivering a powerful commentary on how schools struggle to adapt to evolving understandings of gender identity.
by Tsitsi Tsopotsa - January 13, 2025
This world premiere, directed by Dadlow Lin, strips away theatrical artifice to focus on the raw humanity of its characters, delivering a powerful commentary on how schools struggle to adapt to evolving understandings of gender identity.
Video: COME ALIVE! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular New Trailer
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
COME ALIVE! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular is the brand new circus spectacular now playing in London’s Earls Court. Check out an all new trailer here!
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
COME ALIVE! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular is the brand new circus spectacular now playing in London’s Earls Court. Check out an all new trailer here!
OLIVER! Extends Run at The Gielgud Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Lionel Bart's iconic musical, Oliver! will extend booking through until Sunday 29 March 2026. Learn more about the production here!
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Lionel Bart's iconic musical, Oliver! will extend booking through until Sunday 29 March 2026. Learn more about the production here!
THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON Extends Run at The Ambassadors Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
The producers of the new British musical THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON have announced that booking has now extended until Saturday 26 April 2025 at The Ambassadors Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
The producers of the new British musical THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON have announced that booking has now extended until Saturday 26 April 2025 at The Ambassadors Theatre.
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