Review: THE INVENTION OF LOVE, Hampstead Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - December 17, 2024
Don’t be fooled. It’s midwinter and a rotund man with a big white beard is centre stage. But this is no schmultz-fest panto. It’s Simon Russell Beale as A.E Housman in Blanche Mcintyre’s sober new production of Tom Stoppard’s portrait of the artist as an old man, The Invention Of Love.
by Alexander Cohen - December 17, 2024
Don’t be fooled. It’s midwinter and a rotund man with a big white beard is centre stage. But this is no schmultz-fest panto. It’s Simon Russell Beale as A.E Housman in Blanche Mcintyre’s sober new production of Tom Stoppard’s portrait of the artist as an old man, The Invention Of Love.
COME ALIVE! THE GREATEST SHOWMAN CIRCUS SPECTACULAR Extends to September 2025
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2024
‘COME ALIVE!’ The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular has confirmed its run extension until September 2025 following a successful initial run since opening at the Empress Museum, Earls Court.
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2024
‘COME ALIVE!’ The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular has confirmed its run extension until September 2025 following a successful initial run since opening at the Empress Museum, Earls Court.
Review: TREVOR NELSON'S SOUL CHRISTMAS, The Royal Albert Hall
by Mica Blackwell - December 17, 2024
Trevor Nelson's fifth Soul Christmas is a funky festive offering that showcases the communal power of music. Featuring a group of iconic soul and R'n'B singers doing what they do best, it was a joyous evening that lifted the Scroogiest of spirits.
by Mica Blackwell - December 17, 2024
Trevor Nelson's fifth Soul Christmas is a funky festive offering that showcases the communal power of music. Featuring a group of iconic soul and R'n'B singers doing what they do best, it was a joyous evening that lifted the Scroogiest of spirits.
Review: THE HOLLY KING AND THE OAK KING, Battersea Arts Centre
by Christiana Rose - December 17, 2024
The Holly King and The Oak King is an immersive and inclusive festive experience, collaboratively created by Battersea Arts Centre, with award-winning immersive arts creators Wild Rumpus.
by Christiana Rose - December 17, 2024
The Holly King and The Oak King is an immersive and inclusive festive experience, collaboratively created by Battersea Arts Centre, with award-winning immersive arts creators Wild Rumpus.
Review: NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, Donmar Warehouse
by Debbie Gilpin - December 16, 2024
“Nothing is trivial, and nothing is important, it’s all the same.' Conflict rages around the world, and yet normal life (with its requisite anxieties) is expected to go on regardless. This is the situation in which Tolstoy’s War and Peace characters find themselves; the Napoleonic Wars continue, but high society and family dramas will never rest.
by Debbie Gilpin - December 16, 2024
“Nothing is trivial, and nothing is important, it’s all the same.' Conflict rages around the world, and yet normal life (with its requisite anxieties) is expected to go on regardless. This is the situation in which Tolstoy’s War and Peace characters find themselves; the Napoleonic Wars continue, but high society and family dramas will never rest.
SOMEBODY FEED PHIL 2025 Live UK Tour Dates On Sale Today
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Award-winning author, producer and creator of hit TV shows Phil Rosenthal has announced a live tour for 2025. The creator of ‘Everybody Loves Raymond' and ‘Somebody Feed Phil' is preparing to entertain audiences with 'An Evening With Phil Rosenthal'.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Award-winning author, producer and creator of hit TV shows Phil Rosenthal has announced a live tour for 2025. The creator of ‘Everybody Loves Raymond' and ‘Somebody Feed Phil' is preparing to entertain audiences with 'An Evening With Phil Rosenthal'.
Review Roundup: THE LITTLE FOXES at the Young Vic
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Lyndsey Turner's new production of The Little Foxes is now playing at the Young Vic. Read the reviews for the production and see what the critics are saying!
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Lyndsey Turner's new production of The Little Foxes is now playing at the Young Vic. Read the reviews for the production and see what the critics are saying!
Review: CHRISTMAS COMES TO MOOMINVALLEY, Jacksons Lane
by Christiana Rose - December 16, 2024
Adapted from Tove Jansson’s short story The Fir Tree, the creative team at Jackson’s Lane have collaborated with organisation Moomin Characters and the Finnish Institute in the UK and Ireland, to produce a festive spectacle, concerned with wonder, discovery, joy and the pure kindness of giving.
by Christiana Rose - December 16, 2024
Adapted from Tove Jansson’s short story The Fir Tree, the creative team at Jackson’s Lane have collaborated with organisation Moomin Characters and the Finnish Institute in the UK and Ireland, to produce a festive spectacle, concerned with wonder, discovery, joy and the pure kindness of giving.
Review: LETTERS LIVE, Royal Albert Hall
by Alice Cope - December 16, 2024
The seventh Letters Live performance at the Royal Albert Hall was, as always, an absolutely fantastic event. The selection of letters performed ranged from thought-provoking to heartfelt to completely ridiculous, offering something for everyone.
by Alice Cope - December 16, 2024
The seventh Letters Live performance at the Royal Albert Hall was, as always, an absolutely fantastic event. The selection of letters performed ranged from thought-provoking to heartfelt to completely ridiculous, offering something for everyone.
Review: HOLD ON TO YOUR BUTTS, Arcola Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - December 16, 2024
Created by Recent Cutbacks, Hold On To Your Butts is a “shot for shot” parody of the iconic Jurassic Park film, with three actors taking on the movie in only seventy minutes (the original film has a runtime of two hours and seven minutes). Jack Baldwin and Laurence Pears take on nearly all of the characters (yes, even Mr. D.N.A makes an appearance!) through simple costume and prop changes.
by Kat Mokrynski - December 16, 2024
Created by Recent Cutbacks, Hold On To Your Butts is a “shot for shot” parody of the iconic Jurassic Park film, with three actors taking on the movie in only seventy minutes (the original film has a runtime of two hours and seven minutes). Jack Baldwin and Laurence Pears take on nearly all of the characters (yes, even Mr. D.N.A makes an appearance!) through simple costume and prop changes.
Review Roundup: Le Gateau Chocolat's MUSICALS MAYHEM
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Le Gateau Chocolat is taking to the main stage at London's Soho Theatre this festive season, in an all new showtune spectacular - Musicals Mayhem. See what the critics are saying about the production and read the reviews!
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Le Gateau Chocolat is taking to the main stage at London's Soho Theatre this festive season, in an all new showtune spectacular - Musicals Mayhem. See what the critics are saying about the production and read the reviews!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards; BURLESQUE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - December 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: CAROLS AT THE HALL, Royal Albert Hall
by Franco Milazzo - December 16, 2024
If you’re feeling more 'Bah humbug!' than 'Jingle bells!' this season, a visit to the Royal Albert Hall during its annual Christmas concert series might be just the thing to spark some holiday cheer.
by Franco Milazzo - December 16, 2024
If you’re feeling more 'Bah humbug!' than 'Jingle bells!' this season, a visit to the Royal Albert Hall during its annual Christmas concert series might be just the thing to spark some holiday cheer.
Review: THE FIR TREE, artsdepot
by Christiana Rose - December 16, 2024
***** The Fir Tree @artsdepot is a triumph, a beautifully engaging festive family treat and deserves plentiful and full accolades. The Fir Tree is so wonderful, we want to go back for a second visit. #TheFirTree #ChildrensTheatre #FestiveTheatre @chloenelkin
by Christiana Rose - December 16, 2024
***** The Fir Tree @artsdepot is a triumph, a beautifully engaging festive family treat and deserves plentiful and full accolades. The Fir Tree is so wonderful, we want to go back for a second visit. #TheFirTree #ChildrensTheatre #FestiveTheatre @chloenelkin
HEAVEN Makes London Premiere at Southwark Playhouse Borough in 2025
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Fishamble will bring HEAVEN to Southwark Playhouse Borough for its London premiere next year. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Fishamble will bring HEAVEN to Southwark Playhouse Borough for its London premiere next year. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out how to get tickets here!
THE REST IS HISTORY Returns to the Royal Albert Hall
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
The world's most popular history podcast, The Rest Is History, will return to the Royal Albert Hall in May, following a sell-out debut earlier this year. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
The world's most popular history podcast, The Rest Is History, will return to the Royal Albert Hall in May, following a sell-out debut earlier this year. Learn more here!
Tickets Now on Sale For THE LION, THE WITCH, & THE WARDROBE at Sadler's Wells
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Tickets are now on sale for The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe at Sadler's Wells. Tickets went on sale from 12 December 2024. Learn more about how to get tickets to the show here!
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Tickets are now on sale for The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe at Sadler's Wells. Tickets went on sale from 12 December 2024. Learn more about how to get tickets to the show here!
Show of the Week: Save Up to 39% on WHY AM I SO SINGLE?
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Save up to 39% on Why Am I So Single? now playing at the Garrick Theatre. Learn more about the show and find out how to get discount tickets for the new musical here!
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Save up to 39% on Why Am I So Single? now playing at the Garrick Theatre. Learn more about the show and find out how to get discount tickets for the new musical here!
Video: STARLIGHT EXPRESS, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, and OLIVER! Perform at Royal Variety 2024
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
The Royal Variety Performance featured performances from the London casts of Oliver!, Starlight Express and The Devil Wears Prada. Check out video clips here!
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
The Royal Variety Performance featured performances from the London casts of Oliver!, Starlight Express and The Devil Wears Prada. Check out video clips here!
Sky Arts Will Broadcast TITANIC THE MUSICAL, THE NUTCRACKER, and More This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Sky Arts Freeview has announced its upcoming lineup of broadcasts for the holiday season, including several musicals any theatre lover can enjoy. The lineup includes The Nutcracker, La Traviata, Edward Scissorhands, Titanic the Musical, and more.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Sky Arts Freeview has announced its upcoming lineup of broadcasts for the holiday season, including several musicals any theatre lover can enjoy. The lineup includes The Nutcracker, La Traviata, Edward Scissorhands, Titanic the Musical, and more.
Photos: Brie Larson, Stockard Channing, and More in ELEKTRA
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
All new photos have been released from the rehearsal room of ELEKTRA, the UK Premiere production of the translation by award winning poet Anne Carson of Sophokles’s play. Check out the photos here!
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
All new photos have been released from the rehearsal room of ELEKTRA, the UK Premiere production of the translation by award winning poet Anne Carson of Sophokles’s play. Check out the photos here!
Interview: ‘It’s Like All My Birthdays Have Come At Once’: Actor Selina Cadell on Surrendering to Shakespeare in THE TEMPEST
by Sarah OHara - December 16, 2024
The Jamie Lloyd Company’s production of Shakespeare’s The Tempest, starring Sigourney Weaver, opened at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 7 December 2024.
by Sarah OHara - December 16, 2024
The Jamie Lloyd Company’s production of Shakespeare’s The Tempest, starring Sigourney Weaver, opened at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 7 December 2024.
David Tennant Forced Off-Stage Mid-Show for Second Time as MACBETH Castmate Falls Ill
by Blair Ingenthron - December 15, 2024
According to the Standard, David Tennant was forced off stage for the second time this week, after a castmate fell ill and an understudy had to take her place during Friday's penultimate performance of Macbeth, starring Tennant and Cush Jumbo.
by Blair Ingenthron - December 15, 2024
According to the Standard, David Tennant was forced off stage for the second time this week, after a castmate fell ill and an understudy had to take her place during Friday's penultimate performance of Macbeth, starring Tennant and Cush Jumbo.
Video: Sharon D Clarke Discusses THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST on London Theatre Review Podcast
by Blair Ingenthron - December 15, 2024
Three-time Olivier Award winner Sharon D Clarke discusses playing Lady Bracknell in The Importance of Being Earnest at the National Theatre and what audiences can expect on The London Theatre Review in the video here.
by Blair Ingenthron - December 15, 2024
Three-time Olivier Award winner Sharon D Clarke discusses playing Lady Bracknell in The Importance of Being Earnest at the National Theatre and what audiences can expect on The London Theatre Review in the video here.
Video: James Hay and Bennett Gartside Discuss Playing Step-Sisters in The Royal Ballet's CINDERELLA
by Blair Ingenthron - December 14, 2024
James Hay and Bennett Gartside discuss their performance as the step-sisters in The Royal Ballet's Cinderella, in the video here! Performances run through 16 January.
by Blair Ingenthron - December 14, 2024
James Hay and Bennett Gartside discuss their performance as the step-sisters in The Royal Ballet's Cinderella, in the video here! Performances run through 16 January.
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