Adam Garcia Joins IF/THEN UK Premiere Starring Kerry Ellis
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
Adam Garcia has joined the cast of the UK Premiere of IF/THEN, the musical by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning creators Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey. He joins the previously announced Kerry Ellis and David Hunter.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
Adam Garcia has joined the cast of the UK Premiere of IF/THEN, the musical by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning creators Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey. He joins the previously announced Kerry Ellis and David Hunter.
James Daly and More Will Lead DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Learn more here!
TITANIQUE Extends West End Run
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
The West End production of the musical Titanique – which opened last week to critical acclaim and plays to nightly standing ovations – has extended its booking period to Sunday 8 June 2025.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
The West End production of the musical Titanique – which opened last week to critical acclaim and plays to nightly standing ovations – has extended its booking period to Sunday 8 June 2025.
Wicked Writers 2025 Competition is Now Open
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
Wicked Writers: Be the Change 2025 is a writing competition devised by the National Literacy Trust and stage musical Wicked to inspire pupils across the UK to write and use their voices to change the world for the better.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
Wicked Writers: Be the Change 2025 is a writing competition devised by the National Literacy Trust and stage musical Wicked to inspire pupils across the UK to write and use their voices to change the world for the better.
MAMMA MIA! THE PARTY Extends to 31 December 2025
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
Björn Ulvaeus’ MAMMA MIA! THE PARTY has announced an extension to 31 December 2025 at The O2, London with tickets on sale now. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
Björn Ulvaeus’ MAMMA MIA! THE PARTY has announced an extension to 31 December 2025 at The O2, London with tickets on sale now. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Review: COLIN HOULT: COLIN, Soho Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - January 13, 2025
Colin Hoult: Colin is a show in which Hoult tells the audience the story of his life, beginning with the origins of his name (he was named after his father, referred to as “Big Colin”) and leading to having children of his own (not named Colin). We learn about his childhood obsession with Elvis, and even his mother bringing out a ouija board for Christmas.
by Kat Mokrynski - January 13, 2025
Colin Hoult: Colin is a show in which Hoult tells the audience the story of his life, beginning with the origins of his name (he was named after his father, referred to as “Big Colin”) and leading to having children of his own (not named Colin). We learn about his childhood obsession with Elvis, and even his mother bringing out a ouija board for Christmas.
Review: THE MAIDS, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - January 11, 2025
French dramatist Jean Genet is a rarity on British stages, and I can see why. There are more popular writers that do what he does, only better. Genet’s 1947 The Maids is never stark enough to match the claustrophobic brutality of Beckett, nor darkly comic enough to out menace Pinter.
by Alexander Cohen - January 11, 2025
French dramatist Jean Genet is a rarity on British stages, and I can see why. There are more popular writers that do what he does, only better. Genet’s 1947 The Maids is never stark enough to match the claustrophobic brutality of Beckett, nor darkly comic enough to out menace Pinter.
Listen: OLIVER! 2024 London Cast Recording Now Streaming
by Josh Sharpe - January 10, 2025
The new 2024 cast recording from the London company of Oliver! is now available on digital. Recorded in front of live audiences at Chichester Festival Theatre last year, the recording features iconic songs like “Food, Glorious Food”, “Consider Yourself”, and more. Listen to it here!
by Josh Sharpe - January 10, 2025
The new 2024 cast recording from the London company of Oliver! is now available on digital. Recorded in front of live audiences at Chichester Festival Theatre last year, the recording features iconic songs like “Food, Glorious Food”, “Consider Yourself”, and more. Listen to it here!
Michael Sheen Will Serve as Artistic Director For Welsh National Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2025
Michael Sheen will fund new theatre company, the Welsh National Theatre, which has officially launched in the wake of the folding of the National Theatre Wales.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2025
Michael Sheen will fund new theatre company, the Welsh National Theatre, which has officially launched in the wake of the folding of the National Theatre Wales.
Matt Forde Brings POLITICAL PARTY Back to the West End With Rachel Reeves, Alastair Campbell, and More
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2025
Matt Forde will return to the West End with his Political Party podcast, 18 months after his last show featuring Mhairi Black. Learn more about the upcoming event here!
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2025
Matt Forde will return to the West End with his Political Party podcast, 18 months after his last show featuring Mhairi Black. Learn more about the upcoming event here!
Review: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936, Trafalgar Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - January 10, 2025
Oswald Mosley’s Blackshirts are getting a foothold in London’s East End. Shylock, here a single parent, requests a pound of flesh from Antonio, part of Mosley’s aficionados, in order to clear his debts. The demands of the Jewish moneylender who’s endlessly abused in public by the same people who require her services immediately gain further nuance in Brigid Larmour and Tracy-Ann Oberman.
by Cindy Marcolina - January 10, 2025
Oswald Mosley’s Blackshirts are getting a foothold in London’s East End. Shylock, here a single parent, requests a pound of flesh from Antonio, part of Mosley’s aficionados, in order to clear his debts. The demands of the Jewish moneylender who’s endlessly abused in public by the same people who require her services immediately gain further nuance in Brigid Larmour and Tracy-Ann Oberman.
Review Roundup: Did TITANÍQUE Sink or Swim in the West End?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 10, 2025
When the music of Céline Dion makes sweet Canadian love with the eleven-time Oscar®-winning film Titanic, you get Titaníque, New York’s most award-winning splash hit that turns one of the greatest love stories of all time into a hysterical musical fantasia.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 10, 2025
When the music of Céline Dion makes sweet Canadian love with the eleven-time Oscar®-winning film Titanic, you get Titaníque, New York’s most award-winning splash hit that turns one of the greatest love stories of all time into a hysterical musical fantasia.
Review: TITANÍQUE, Criterion Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 10, 2025
What started as one-night showing in Los Angeles, after docking on Broadway, in Canada and Australia, Titaníque has now sailed into London. Based on the idea that global pop icon Céline Dion was actually the hero of the 1997 James Cameron film, Titanic, the absurdity of this dazzlingly camp and frankly ridiculous show only grows from there.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 10, 2025
What started as one-night showing in Los Angeles, after docking on Broadway, in Canada and Australia, Titaníque has now sailed into London. Based on the idea that global pop icon Céline Dion was actually the hero of the 1997 James Cameron film, Titanic, the absurdity of this dazzlingly camp and frankly ridiculous show only grows from there.
Bonnie Langford Shares Touching Tribute to Late Mother, Babette
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2025
Stage and screen stage Bonnie Langford took to social media to share a touching tribute to her mother, Babette, who recently passed away. Learn more here.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2025
Stage and screen stage Bonnie Langford took to social media to share a touching tribute to her mother, Babette, who recently passed away. Learn more here.
Jason Donovan Will Return to JOSEPH... Tour For One Week Only
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2025
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat favourite Jason Donovan will return to Southampton's Mayflower Theatre this spring. For one week only, he will reprise his celebrated role as Pharaoh.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2025
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat favourite Jason Donovan will return to Southampton's Mayflower Theatre this spring. For one week only, he will reprise his celebrated role as Pharaoh.
Imelda Staunton and Daughter Bessie Carter Will Lead MRS. WARREN'S PROFESSION
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2025
Mother and daughter Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter will appear onstage together for the first time as Mrs Kitty Warren and Vivie Warren in a new production of George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs. Warren’s Profession.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2025
Mother and daughter Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter will appear onstage together for the first time as Mrs Kitty Warren and Vivie Warren in a new production of George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs. Warren’s Profession.
Hadley Fraser Will Release New Album 'Things That Come And Go'
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2025
Hadley Fraser will release a new album ‘Things That Come and Go' next month. The album is produced by Donald L Anderson for Palm Haven Studios and Hadley Fraser with arrangement and co-production by Sam Young.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2025
Hadley Fraser will release a new album ‘Things That Come and Go' next month. The album is produced by Donald L Anderson for Palm Haven Studios and Hadley Fraser with arrangement and co-production by Sam Young.
Cast Set For THE BRIGHTENING AIR at the Old Vic
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2025
The Old Vic has announced the full cast of Conor McPherson’s new play The Brightening Air. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out more about the cast here!
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2025
The Old Vic has announced the full cast of Conor McPherson’s new play The Brightening Air. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out more about the cast here!
Guest Blog: 'It’s Beautiful and Ugly': Director Annie Kershaw on Power and Control in New Adaptation of THE MAIDS
by Guest Author - January 08, 2025
In 2024 I was Carne Deputy Director at Jermyn Street Theatre. The role was designed to teach the recipient about the day to day running of a theatre with the view to one day leading a building.
by Guest Author - January 08, 2025
In 2024 I was Carne Deputy Director at Jermyn Street Theatre. The role was designed to teach the recipient about the day to day running of a theatre with the view to one day leading a building.
Mindi Dickstein and Carmel Dean's New Musical MAIDEN VOYAGE Will Have Workshop at The Kiln Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
New Works Provincetown and Shared Experience will present a workshop in London of the new musical Maiden Voyage with book and lyrics by Mindi Dickstein and Carmel Dean.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
New Works Provincetown and Shared Experience will present a workshop in London of the new musical Maiden Voyage with book and lyrics by Mindi Dickstein and Carmel Dean.
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School Shuts Down Undergraduate Program
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School has announced that it will no longer be accepting applications for its undergraduate degree programmes and will not be admitting any new undergraduate students from September 2025.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School has announced that it will no longer be accepting applications for its undergraduate degree programmes and will not be admitting any new undergraduate students from September 2025.
Theatre Royal Brighton Launches Pay What You Can Lottery For ELEKTRA
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
Theatre Royal Brighton and Empire Street Productions have announced Brighton's first-ever Pay What You Can Lottery for the highly anticipated production of ELEKTRA, starring Brie Larson.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
Theatre Royal Brighton and Empire Street Productions have announced Brighton's first-ever Pay What You Can Lottery for the highly anticipated production of ELEKTRA, starring Brie Larson.
Full Cast Set For the Premiere of CLUELESS, THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
CLUELESS, The Musical has announced its full cast and creative team, beginning performances at London’s Trafalgar Theatre next month. Learn more about the full cast ehre!
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
CLUELESS, The Musical has announced its full cast and creative team, beginning performances at London’s Trafalgar Theatre next month. Learn more about the full cast ehre!
Full Cast Set For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Starring Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
The Jamie Lloyd Company has announced the full cast for William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
The Jamie Lloyd Company has announced the full cast for William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
Photos/Video: Jonathan Bailey and More in Rehearsal For RICHARD II
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
All new photos and video footage have been released of Jonathan Bailey and the company of Richard II on their first day of rehearsals. Learn more about the new West End production of Richard II here!
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
All new photos and video footage have been released of Jonathan Bailey and the company of Richard II on their first day of rehearsals. Learn more about the new West End production of Richard II here!
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