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New Mamma Mia! cast announced!

Published: 1 May 2019

On 6 April, musical sensation Mamma Mia! celebrated its 20th anniversary. Now, entering its 21st year, a brand new set of faces will star in the hit show. From Monday…Read More

The 2019 Tony Award nominations are out!

Published: 1 May 2019

Yesterday, the nominations for the 73rd annual Tony Awards were announced by Bebe Neuwirth and Brandon Victor Dixon. This year saw an abundance of West End actors and transfers earn nominations including…Read More

First look: Hayley Atwell, Tom Burke and Giles Terera in Rosmersholm

Published: 30 April 2019

Last week, Duncan Macmillan's adaptation of Henrick Ibsen's political drama, Rosmersholm, opened at the Duke Of York's Theatre and we've got a sneak peek at this eagerly anticipated production. The Ibsen…Read More

Acting For Others to hold inaugural West End Flea Market

Published: 30 April 2019

We all love a little bit of theatrical memorabilia. From show posters to authentic props, and Disney's The Lion King headpieces to Phantom Of The Opera teddy bears (okay, I…Read More

See Adam Dickinson and Kingsley Judd in The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Published: 30 April 2019

We don't care what anyone says, we're all nosy. That's why we love a look behind the scenes. And that's exactly what The Simon & Garfunkel Story gives us. It's…Read More

Matt Smith, Claire Foy, Daniel Radcliffe and Alan Cummings heading to The Old Vic

Published: 30 April 2019

Today, The Old Vic has announced its upcoming year of theatre with Matthew Warchus' Season 5. It will feature five major productions which will star the likes of Matt Smith,…Read More

David Bedella to join the cast of & Juliet!

Published: 29 April 2019

Double Olivier Award winner David Bedella is joining the cast of & Juliet, the joyous new West End musical that imagines Juliet’s famous ending as just her beginning! As the…Read More

The Phantom Of The Opera wins West End Eurovision 2019

Published: 29 April 2019

Last night, The Phantom Of The Opera became the first musical to win the fiercely competitive West End Eurovision for two years in a row! Stars from all around the West…Read More

See The Merry Wives Of Windsor at a cinema near you

Published: 26 April 2019

On Thursday 20 June, people across the UK and Ireland will be able to see Shakespeare's Globe's production of The Merry Wives Of Windsor. A live broadcast of the hilarious play…Read More

Celebrate Gillian Lynne at To Gillie, With Love

Published: 26 April 2019

Last year, theatre lost one of its greats. Gillian Lynne - who was world-renowned for her direction, staging and choreography - sadly passed away on 1 July 2018. To celebrate…Read More

9 must-see plays returning to the London stage

Published: 25 April 2019

We all love discovering new writers and new plays. But we'll always have our favourites. That's why we're super excited about all the incredible productions returning to London stages this…Read More

Tina – The Tina Turner Musical turns one!

Published: 25 April 2019

First birthdays are always special and always deserve a party. That's why Tina - The Tina Turner Musical went all out with their one year anniversary last night. To celebrate…Read More

Bronx Gothic gets its UK premiere

Published: 25 April 2019

The Young Vic is renowned for staging exceptional theatre. Not only was it the home of The Inheritance which won four Olivier Awards, but it also welcomed Fun Home, The…Read More

Full cast announced for The Starry Messenger

Published: 24 April 2019

Hollywood star and multiple Tony Award-winning Broadway legend Matthew Broderick is set to appear on the West End this May in The Starry Messenger. It's already been announced that Downton Abbey's Elizabeth…Read More

Mamma Mia! The Party is holding open auditions

Published: 24 April 2019

The winner is most definitely going to take it all because you could star in Mamma Mia! The Party. The brand-new immersive dining experience at The O2 is currently seeking…Read More

Peter Pan Goes Wrong is returning to London!

Published: 24 April 2019

Dreams do come true, if only we wish hard enough because after four long years, Mischief Theatre's hilarious Christmas comedy, Peter Pan Goes Wrong, is returning to London! From 13…Read More

Alistair Brammer’s joining Wicked!

Published: 24 April 2019

Something good, is happening in Oz because Broadway and West End star Alistair Brammer is joining the cast of Wicked this July! Alistair has been a regular on the West…Read More

10 theatre shows that finish before 10pm

Published: 23 April 2019

Is there anything better than immersing yourself in some fantastic theatre, then having a stroll towards the train station, with hardly any crowds around you, feeling fully confident that you’ll…Read More

Theatre quiz: Musical lyrics by numbers

Published: 19 April 2019

2019. Two thousand and nineteen. Twenty nineteen…. yep, we're finally used to writing it. It's only taken us 4 months to stop accidentally portraying ourselves as time travellers, and here…Read More

What the 2019 Olivier nominees are doing next

Published: 18 April 2019

The Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard saw a world of talent get nominated for their extraordinary work. From outstanding one-man plays to touching musicals based on true stories, it really…Read More

The National Youth Music Theatre is back at The Other Palace

Published: 18 April 2019

Like Whitney, we believe that children are our future, so seeing the next generation of musical theatre stars take to the stage is very exciting indeed. Following the success of…Read More

Shakespeare’s Globe announces programme for Women & Power festival

Published: 17 April 2019

Remarkable women throughout the ages have broken through the glass ceiling, and though some are celebrated, society has not focused on these powerful women enough. To start to help to…Read More

Get ready for West End Eurovision 2019

Published: 17 April 2019

Salt and pepper. Cheese and toast. Eggs and bacon. All perfect combinations. Now, there's another power duo entering the mix and it's going to blow all other beloved couplings out…Read More

Amazing West End breakthrough performances

Published: 17 April 2019

We've all imagined ourselves up on a West End stage, singing our hearts out and receiving rapturous applause. Alas, not many get to experience the joy of performing in a…Read More

First photos: Sweet Charity at Donmar Warehouse

Published: 16 April 2019

What a way to bow out! The first photos of Sweet Charity, the farewell production of the Donmar Warehouse's long-serving Artistic Director Josie Rourke, have been released - and they…Read More

Education, Education, Education comes to Trafalgar Studios

Published: 16 April 2019

They say there's nothing like a good education. So we're thrilled that The Wardrobe Assembly's hit comedy Education, Education, Education is making its way to the West End this summer.…Read More

More West End shows added to Magic At The Musicals with Celebrity Cruises

Published: 16 April 2019

The West End has so many amazing shows, it's hard to choose which ones to see. If only you could see them all at once... Well, now you can thanks…Read More

First look: Jude at the Hampstead Theatre

Published: 16 April 2019

For well you know that it's a fool who plays it cool, so we won't pretend that we're not excited about Howard Brenton's latest work, Jude, which will be playing…Read More

You will finally be able to see Falsettos in London

Published: 15 April 2019

After almost 30 years of waiting, London theatregoers can finally see the multi-award-winning Falsettos later this year.  Selladoor Worldwide - the producers behind 9 to 5, Big Fish, American Idiot, and Avenue…Read More

The GalaPro app is bringing theatre to all

Published: 15 April 2019

Mobile phones are usually frowned upon in the theatre, but they might just be the future of live entertainment. In an effort to make theatre more accessible and to promote…Read More

Stephen Mangan & Kara Tointon return to West End to star in The Man In The White Suit

Published: 12 April 2019

Stephen Mangan and Kara Tointon return to the West End to star in the world premiere of the classic Ealing comedy The Man In The White Suit, adapted and directed…Read More

New parody musical Friendsical announces UK tour

Published: 12 April 2019

Could we be any more excited? The new parody musical Friendsical written by Miranda Larson opens at the Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham on 15 July 2019, followed by a nationwide…Read More

Regent’s Park Theatre announce casting for Evita and Jesus Christ Superstar

Published: 12 April 2019

Regent’s Park Theatre have today announced principal casting for their productions of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita and Jesus Christ Superstar, alongside the full creative team for Evita.…Read More

9 fantastic new family shows to see this year

Published: 11 April 2019

With Easter just around the corner, it's pretty easy to get everybody excited about the upcoming chocolate eggs galore. But before the cream eggs mysteriously disappear (it's always the person…Read More

Our favourite reactions from The Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard

Published: 11 April 2019

The Olivier Awards with Mastercard is usually a whole host of emotions. From the disbelief and happiness from winners, and nerves of every nominee, to the sheer delight on our…Read More

The Play That Goes Wrong to go wronger for longer

Published: 10 April 2019

It's a miracle that the cast make it through each performance, such is the accident-prone nature of their characters. But The Play That Goes Wrong is set to go wronger…Read More

Our Town casting announced

Published: 10 April 2019

Our Town, the first show in the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre season, has announced its casting. In the central role of Stage Manager is Natalie Klamar. The stage manager…Read More

Tracy-Ann Oberman, Miriam Margolyes and Camp Rock star Meaghan Martin to star in Park Theatre’s new season

Published: 9 April 2019

The Park Theatre has announced plans for its upcoming July - December season, with shows featuring Eastenders’ actress Tracy-Ann Oberman, Miriam Margolyes and Disney’s Camp Rock star Meaghan Martin amongst…Read More

Gallery: The Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard

Published: 8 April 2019

The Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard gave us incredible performances from seven nominated shows (Caroline, Or Change; Come From Away; Company; Fun Home; The King And I; Six; and Tina – The Tina Turner…Read More

Gallery: The Olivier Awards 2019 red carpet

Published: 8 April 2019

It's theatre's biggest night - and so the red carpet's full of theatre's best looks. The great and the good of Theatreland were all looking sharp last night on the…Read More

Gallery: Backstage at the Olivier Awards 2019

Published: 8 April 2019

The Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard was a special event full of incredible performances, top-quality hosts, worthy winners, and of course, Danny Dyer. But ever wondered what goes on behind…Read More

Gallery: The winners of the Olivier Awards 2019

Published: 7 April 2019

It's a moment you work your entire career for. All the training, auditions, performances... and then the ecstasy of receiving of an Olivier Award with Mastercard. The kind of night…Read More

Come From Away, Company and The Inheritance lead the way at the Olivier Awards 2019

Published: 7 April 2019

A broad variety of shows were celebrated at this year’s Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard, with Come From Away, Company and The Inheritance taking home four awards each. Come From…Read More

Our updates from the Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard

Published: 7 April 2019

What a night! The Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard was an evening to remember - but just in case you can't, take a look at our updates from the Royal…Read More

10 reasons to watch the Olivier Awards on Sunday

Published: 5 April 2019

The Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard are only a few days away! The most prestigious ceremony in British theatre is taking place at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday 7…Read More

Theatre Quiz: Best New Musical Olivier Award winners

Published: 5 April 2019

Winning the Mastercard Best New Musical Olivier Award is the sort of triumph which lives long in the memory - but how far back can you recall the winners? At…Read More

Katharine McPhee to leave Waitress

Published: 5 April 2019

As Jenna herself says, it’s amazing what baking can do, but it seems like no amount of pies and sweet treats are going to prevent Katharine McPhee from leaving the…Read More

Playlist: Songs from Olivier Awards 2019 nominees

Published: 5 April 2019

What a year it's been for the musicals of London and the West End. Just look at the nominees list for the Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard: a brilliant and…Read More

Maly Drama Theatre return to the West End with Three Sisters

Published: 4 April 2019

Yet another hit season is on the way from Maly Drama Theatre of St Petersburg! They're bringing their brilliant retelling of Chekhov's masterpiece, Three Sisters, to London's Vaudeville Theatre this…Read More

April picks: new shows to see this month

Published: 4 April 2019

2019's whooshing by and, somehow, we find ourselves in the month of April. But don't worry, we've devised the perfect way of escaping those April showers: see some theatre! With…Read More

How to watch the Olivier Awards with Mastercard

Published: 4 April 2019

This Sunday (7 April 2019), join us live at the Royal Albert Hall, where we’ll be announcing the winners of this year’s Olivier Awards with Mastercard! Of course, if you…Read More

The Secret Diary Of Adrian Mole musical transfers to West End

Published: 4 April 2019

The secret's out. The smash-hit production of Sue Townsend’s The Secret Diary Of Adrian Mole Aged 13¾ - The Musical, last seen in London at the Menier Chocolate Factory in 2017,…Read More

On Your Feet! casting announced

Published: 4 April 2019

The smash-hit musical On Your Feet! is almost ready for its West End debut, so it’s time to announce the show’s cast! Taking on the iconic roles of Gloria and Emilio…Read More

The Worst Witch flies into the West End

Published: 3 April 2019

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s the Worst Witch, and she’s flying into the West End for a limited run! Mildred Hubble and the other loveable…Read More

Wicked releases tickets till 2020

Published: 3 April 2019

Prepare to defy gravity and dance through life, as Wicked has released 470,000 new tickets to its West End run. Now booking until 23 May 2020, Wicked is now the…Read More

Thriller Live extends West End run to April 2020

Published: 3 April 2019

Thriller Live has extended its run at the West End's Lyric Theatre to April 2020, a new 27-week booking period for the show! The hit concert musical, which celebrates all…Read More

Michael Longhurst announces first Donmar Warehouse season

Published: 2 April 2019

Michael Longhurst, the newly appointed Artistic Director of the Donmar Warehouse, has announced his 2019/2020 season, titled "Important Stories Thrillingly Told." The announced line-up comprises three premieres and two revivals,…Read More

Last chance to see: 15 shows leaving in April

Published: 2 April 2019

With the Olivier Awards taking place this month, April is an exciting time to be in Theatreland. But amongst the celebratory mood is a few tears from closing productions, as…Read More

The Comedy About A Bank Robbery extends to 2020

Published: 2 April 2019

Mischief Theatre’s laugh-out-loud hit, The Comedy About A Bank Robbery, is celebrating its third birthday this month, and they’ve been given a very special present… an extended run in the…Read More

Gillian Anderson, Damian Lewis, Jim Broadbent & more stars in Whodunnit (Unrehearsed)

Published: 2 April 2019

The Park Theatre have unveiled star-studded casting for their ingenious new play Whodunnit [Unrehearsed], which will see completely unprepared guest stars attempt to solve a murder mystery in real time,…Read More

The 2019 Olivier Award-nominated set designs

Published: 1 April 2019

Entering a theatre auditorium can be like entering another world. And when that happens, it's mission accomplished for London's world-class set designers, who year after year conjure up jaw-dropping settings…Read More

The 10 Olivier Award-nominated shows you can still see this year

Published: 1 April 2019

It's the week of the Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard – and what a list of nominees for it! Celebrating everything from outstanding dance and opera to glorious comedies, plays and musicals,…Read More

Dear Evan Hansen on-sale dates announced

Published: 1 April 2019

Dear Evan Hansen tickets can be found at last! On-sale details for the award-winning musical that everybody’s been waiting for have been announced. If you’ve been waving through a window…Read More

Theatre Quiz: Name the classic movie-musicals

Published: 29 March 2019

It's the film that got us all scribbling "gigantic piano" at the top of our childhood Christmas wishlists. And now, Big The Musical is set to make its West End…Read More

Wise advice from West End mums

Published: 29 March 2019

Mums in the West End have a lot on their plate. Whether they’re single parents trying to cover for an absentee father, trying to create a better life for their…Read More

Casting announced for Sweat’s West End transfer

Published: 29 March 2019

It's proven itself to be a sell-out, Olivier Award-nominated smash-hit at the Donmar Warehouse. And now Sweat will see the Donmar cast return to the production for its West End transfer, it…Read More

RuPaul’s Drag Race star Bianca Del Rio joins Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

Published: 29 March 2019

Once in a lifetime, there will rise a hero, who’s approaching footsteps will cause the earth to quake…and that moment has arrived… Roy Haylock, best known as his drag alter…Read More

Georgia May Foote to lead Napoli, Brooklyn cast at Park Theatre

Published: 29 March 2019

Coronation Street, Grange Hill and Strictly Come Dancing star Georgia May Foote will lead the cast of new play Napoli, Brooklyn this summer. The show will commence a UK tour…Read More

Big The Musical starring Jay McGuiness to make West End premiere

Published: 29 March 2019

Something big is coming to the West End. Get your giant piano mat at the ready, because Big The Musical is coming to the West End for a limited run.…Read More

Miracle of miracles – Fiddler On The Roof extends!

Published: 29 March 2019

To Life, L'chaim! On the back of numerous rave reviews on its opening night this week, Fiddler On The Roof has extended its West End run by an additional 3…Read More

Drama on the silver screen: shows in cinemas

Published: 28 March 2019

It’s been 10 years since the National Theatre’s ground-breaking scheme, NT Live, first beamed a live performance to cinema screens around the country. That performance of Phèdre (with Helen Mirren,…Read More

10 stunning moments from previous Olivier Awards ceremonies

Published: 28 March 2019

They’re only a week and a half away – and our excitement levels are reaching their peak. The Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard ceremony looms large, promising a night of…Read More

Joe McElderry, Danielle Hope & more to perform Sunday solo concerts

Published: 28 March 2019

Musical theatre stars Joe McElderry, Danielle Hope, Jamie Muscato and Marisha Wallace will perform a series of solo concerts, Sunday Favourites At The Other Palace, throughout May and June. Performing…Read More

Olivier Awards 2019: First-time nominees

Published: 27 March 2019

Theatreland is witnessing some incredible new talent at the moment. And this has never been clearer than with this year’s nominees for the Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard. There are…Read More

The Gruffalo makes summer 2019 West End return

Published: 27 March 2019

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved story of The Gruffalo will return to the West End again this summer, marking the 20th birthday of the much-loved picture book. The hit…Read More

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