Published: 31 August 2018
Commuters all over the UK have had their legs firmly crossed while their heads have been buried in the best-selling novel, This Is Going To Hurt: Secret Diaries Of A…Read More
Published: 30 August 2018
It's the legendary Broadway musical comedy - Company - as you’ve never seen it before. And it's starring Patti LuPone, Rosalie Craig and Mel Giedroyc to boot. So when we were…Read More
How many people have ever attended a London musical in which their great great great great great great grandfather is a character? But that was precisely what happened when Lin-Manuel…Read More
Published: 29 August 2018
Keep your eyes peeled because the fabled Don Quixote will be riding into town on his noble stead on 27 October. With him will be David Threlfall and Rufus Hound who…Read More
It's time for the grand finale of Strictly Ballroom The Musical. The Baz Luhrmann tuner will play its last performance on Saturday 27 October. The producers of the musical said…Read More
Published: 28 August 2018
This October, Emma Rice is launching her brand new theatre company, Wise Children, with a playful adaptation of the novel of the same name. And today, the cast of this…Read More
We all need a good ol' laugh during these challenging times. Luckily, we have some brilliant shows in the West End that will get you chuckling and help you forget…Read More
Published: 24 August 2018
This week, you have well and truly been served with some exciting theatre news. From highly-anticipated musical openings to A-list star casting, we've had it all. Didn't manage to stay…Read More
West End audiences have been getting to know The King And I over the summer and now, for one night only, the rest of the world can get acquainted with…Read More
Published: 23 August 2018
How do you follow class acts like Cuba Gooding Jr and Martin Kemp in the role of Billy Flynn? You turn Chicago Blue, that's how - and Duncan James will…Read More
Published: 21 August 2018
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Nothing can compare to the thrill of experiencing something new. And you'll always enjoy a new story, a new production or a one-of-a-kind performance when you visit the theatre. But…Read More
Go Eugenius! cast, go Eugene! The first snaps are in of Rob Houchen rehearsing playing everybody's favourite musical superhero, Eugenius!, as the show gears up for its second The Other…Read More
The wait is over: eagerly anticipated musical Waitress, with music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, will have its West End premiere next Spring. The multi-Tony Award-nominated hit is currently playing…Read More
Published: 20 August 2018
Certain to add to the swathes of smash-hit Young Vic to West End transfers, The Inheritance has today confirmed full ensemble casting. The vast majority of the original cast return,…Read More
Stage and screen star Douglas Booth will lead the cast of a powerful new play, A Guide For The Homesick, at Trafalgar Studios this autumn. Booth most recently starred on…Read More
All good things must come to an end. And West End shows are no exception. Each year we see hundreds of incredible shows come and go. And very often, we…Read More
Published: 17 August 2018
It's a whole new world at the Prince Edward Theatre and Disney's Aladdin right now: Michael James Scott is a whole new Genie for London, playing the role until the…Read More
It may be a while away from taking to the stage, but The Old Vic have revealed remarkable new casting for their 2019 revival of Arthur Miller's All My Sons:…Read More
Following the announcement that original lead cast member Andrew Polec is rocking out of Bat Out Of Hell The Musical on 1 September, Jordan Luke Gage has been revealed as…Read More
Published: 16 August 2018
Everyone needs a good laugh. Especially these days. And as it just so happens to be National Tell A Joke Day, we've found some of the best (and worst) theatre…Read More
One of the most loved musicals of all time, Fiddler On The Roof, will be revived at the Menier Chocolate Factory to play over the Christmas period. In a new…Read More
Warning: come 20 April 2019, you'll be crying "I want you back" because Motown The Musical will be concluding its glitzy run at the Shaftesbury Theatre. After three golden years,…Read More
Published: 15 August 2018
Here, there, everywhere, it's been a busy summer so far - and that's just the weather. Sometimes you just need a day to wind yourself down, take it easy, and…Read More
Oscar Wilde's The Importance Of Being Earnest is the quintessential crafty comedy. And audiences across the UK and Ireland will soon be able to enjoy Classic Spring's riotous revival of…Read More
Heathers is keeping it FRESH! The musical based on the cult classic film of the same name has been driving the audience wild during its sold-out run at The Other…Read More
Published: 14 August 2018
The stunning casting announcements show no signs of abating for the Pinter At The Pinter season, as comedian Lee Evans and stage favourites Jonjo O'Neill and Meera Syal join the…Read More
Bryony Hannah and Paul Nicholls will join Iwan Rheon and Heida Reed in Foxfinder next month, completing the show's cast. Bryony is best known for playing Sister Mary Cynthia in six…Read More
Acting For Others, the charity that provides financial and emotional support to all theatre workers in times of need, has announced a star-studded list of ambassadors. Jenny Agutter, Annette Badland, Christopher…Read More
The original face of Bat Out Of Hell - The Musical, Andrew Polec, will play his final London performance as Strat on Saturday 1 September. Having been involved with the…Read More
Published: 13 August 2018
There are many words with which to describe the smash-hit revival of Little Shop Of Horrors at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre - but the show's own, "Strange" and "Interesting",…Read More
The fantastic family show We're Going On A Bear Hunt is once again putting an irresistible West End grin on the faces of young and old alike, in this, its 10th…Read More
Hayden Tee will head(mistress) up the new cast of Matilda The Musical from 11 September, playing tyrannical teacher Miss Trunchbull. Isobel Hubble and Francesca McKeown will join Sara Munday and…Read More
Published: 10 August 2018
A checklist to playing Wally Strand in Strictly Ballroom The Musical: don some sequins. Put on a splendid Aussie accent. Sing your heart out. Oh, and be Matt Cardle, compère and…Read More
The weather might be a washout this week, but it's been another scorcher in Theatreland when it comes to news. From production shots of brand new shows to first looks…Read More
Jennifer Caldwell - the actress working at the Arts Theatre box office when she dramatically saved the day by stepping into a major role in Knights of the Rose -…Read More
When choosing to take the whole family to the theatre, it's not always easy to decide what to see. For a start, there's so much to choose from - one of…Read More
Published: 9 August 2018
Wicked is celebrating another incredible achievement tonight, as the show plays its 5000th performance at the Apollo Victoria Theatre. Already the 14th longest-running West End musical, the brilliant production will…Read More
Theatre Royal Haymarket Masterclass Trust (Masterclass) has selected the winning scripts from their ‘Pitch Your Play’ scheme, offering free tickets to staged readings of them at the venue. Pitch Your Play…Read More
When a musical as rockin' as Bat Out Of Hell The Musical revs into full flow, it's hard to stop yourself singing along. And soon - at newly announced singalong…Read More
Published: 8 August 2018
In the midst of this heatwave, it's a wonder that anything can grow at all. But over at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, there's a mean, green, man-eating machine (well,…Read More
The National Theatre's production of Follies, winner of this year's Best Musical Revival Olivier Award, is being screened for free at the River Stage Festival this weekend. The National Theatre Live…Read More
Published: 7 August 2018
Actress Finty Williams will play Barbara Jackson, a role originated by her mother, Dame Judi Dench, in the upcoming Menier Chocolate Factory revival of Pack Of Lies. Williams will star…Read More
Working in this heat just isn't on. You need to get away. But where to go? Yes, you could go to Bali or Norway or somewhere that's always been on…Read More
Published: 6 August 2018
Be still out beating Hart! Actually, scrap that. You dance like the wind, Roxie! Last month it was announced that The X Factor and musical theatre star, Alexandra Burke will…Read More
From the moment it was announced, we've been counting down the days until Company opens in London. So any tidbit of information, any glimpse at the production is getting our…Read More
Whether you're a born and bred Londoner or you're making a day trip, you have something in common; you don't make the most out of the city. The capital has…Read More
Published: 3 August 2018
It's official. The world is melting. Plus it's full of fake news, alternative facts and even more worrisome true stories. Take a break from all that. Get up-to-date with this…Read More
Alan Bennett's new play Allelujah! blew critics away when it opened at Bridge Theatre earlier this summer. Now, his first work for six years will be available for the nation…Read More
It only seems like yesterday we first dropped our programmes and dived for cover when a rogue chandelier came hurtling our way, but from October 2018, the iconic Andrew Lloyd…Read More
It's Kids Week! That exciting time where you can get your ankle biter free theatre tickets. There are a huge number of incredible shows to choose from this year. From…Read More
Published: 2 August 2018
Poldark fans can look forward to Heida Reed, who played tragic character Elizabeth Warleggan in the hit BBC show, starring with Iwan Rheon in the upcoming drama Foxfinder. Heida, whose character…Read More
School's out for summer!... and now there's every chance you're bored. Maybe you're counting down the days to a rosy summer holiday, and are looking for a new show to…Read More
It's officially Kids Week! And when you're accompanying your child, niece or grandson to the theatre, you'll be forgiven for getting into the spirit of things. We all have an inner…Read More
Olivier Award nominated actress and comedian Tameka Empson will star in the Hackney Empire's 20th anniversary pantomime this year. From the pen of writer and director Susie McKenna, a sparkling new production…Read More
The all-conquering Hamilton has swept awards ceremonies across the world - but can it stand up to the wit of Gerard Alessandrini, the hilarious brain behind Forbidden Broadway? The Menier Chocolate…Read More
Ever slipped over on the icy pavement? Hit by a flying snowball? Tripped over a stray present on the floor? There are plenty of ways to learn about the biological…Read More
Published: 1 August 2018
This year, Mousetrap Theatre Projects is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its Family First Nights. To mark the occasion, they are launching A Gran Day Out. For this special occasion,…Read More
Booking is now open for TheatreCraft, the UK’s largest free theatre careers event for young people, which returns to the Waldorf Hilton Hotel on Monday 19 November 2018. TheatreCraft is…Read More
Multi-award-winner Robert Icke is returning to the Almeida Theatre this October with a brand new production of Henrik Ibsen’s The Wild Duck. It's Robert's first show at the Almeida since…Read More
Scott & Bailey star Lesley Sharp will lead the cast of Robert Alan Evans' mysterious new drama The Woods. The star of stage and screen, whose other renowned roles include…Read More
Tim Howar will take on one of West End theatre's most famous roles, as he plays The Phantom Of The Opera from 3 September. As The Phantom Of The Opera…Read More
Back in 2015, the Menier Chocolate Factory put on the first full-scale revival of Funny Girl. The three-month run sold out in a day and the critics loved it. The…Read More
Published: 31 July 2018
Kids Week is almost here! Whether it's your child's first time going to the theatre or it's already a life-long habit, it's a very exciting time. But, it's important you…Read More
Your young child's firsts are precious. So your child's first trip to the theatre should be no different. If you're yet to venture to see a show with your little…Read More
It's strange to say but the West End will soon be welcoming the Sound Of Silence. Don't worry, the shows will go on at full volume but an exciting show…Read More
Published: 30 July 2018
Can you believe it? Another year has been and gone and it's already International Friendship Day again. Time flies when you're having fun with pals. And today is the perfect day…Read More
The Menier Chocolate Factory will stage a major revival of Pack Of Lies, Hugh Whitemore's stage adaptation of his espionage drama Act Of Betrayal. Pack Of Lies tells the true…Read More
Tomorrow, the world's most famous wizard, Harry Potter, turns 38 and the internationally renowned show Harry Potter And The Cursed Child will enter its third year. To mark these momentous occasions,…Read More
Published: 27 July 2018
We may be at the crest of a heatwave in London, but the summer theatre scene's only just hotting up. With some remarkable casting reveals, eagerly anticipated extensions, and the…Read More
Published: 26 July 2018
As if the season weren't looking star-studded enough. Theatre legends Sir Antony Sher and Penelope Wilton have been cast in Jamie Lloyd's Pinter At The Pinter season, along with young…Read More
For another year, Love Island has swept the nation and had all of us getting far too involved in other people's relationships. Love them or hate them, the characters in…Read More
Things are well and truly hotting up in London. Between the rising heat, the soaring humidity and the school holidays, things are getting a little bit too hot to handle in…Read More
Delfont Mackintosh Theatres (DMT) have announced plans to implement a programme of restorative works over the next three years, which will see Les Misérables move West End theatres. Now in their second…Read More