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Photos: Inside THE UK PANTOMIME AWARDS 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2026

On Sunday 19 April, the winners of The Pantomime Awards 2026, staged in partnership with Trafalgar Entertainment and ATG Entertainment (ATGE), were announced by the UK Pantomime Association at a star-studded ceremony at Wycombe Swan in High Wycombe, presented by Vernon Kay. Check out photos of th event.

Brian Conley, Lesley Joseph, Gary Wilmot, and More Take Home 2026 Pantomime Awards; Full List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026

The UK Pantomime Association announced the winners of The Pantomime Awards 2026, with Brian Conley and Lesley Joseph receiving the inaugural Panto Icon Awards and designer Terry Parsons honored for Outstanding Achievement.

Tickets Now on Sale for The Pantomime Awards 2026 at Wycombe Swan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026

Tickets are now on sale for The Pantomime Awards, which will be held at Wycombe Swan in High Wycombe, featuring guest performances from Steve Royle, Michael J Bachelor, and Wendi Harriott.

THAT'LL BE THE DAY Will Embark on Spring UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2025

Trevor Payne and Prestige Productions are back on the road as That’ll Be The Day embarks on its 40th anniversary spring tour. Learn more about the tour here!

Nigel Havers Announces New UK Tour for Spring and Autumn 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025

Beloved British actor Nigel Havers will embark on a new UK tour in Spring and Autumn 2026, following the success of his first nationwide outing. The acclaimed star of Chariots of Fire, Downton Abbey, and Private Lives promises audiences an evening filled with laughter, charm, and behind-the-scenes stories from his five-decade career in film, television, and theatre.

THE DUBLINERS Will Return on Tour in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2025

The world’s biggest celebration of The Dubliners will return in 2026 with its biggest tour yet, in celebration of the production’s 10th anniversary. Learn more here!

Rylan, Owain Wyn Evans, Maisie Smith, and More Nominated For Pantomime Awards 2025; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025

The UK Pantomime Association has announced the nominees for The Pantomime Awards 2025, which will take place next month at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking. Check out the full list here!

Milton Jones Adds Extra Dates to HA!MILTON Live Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2024

Fan favourite comedian Milton Jones has announced extra dates to his HA!MILTON live tour. The show kicks off in London on 3rd September and is now extended through to 2025. Tickets for the new dates are available on Friday 26th July.

Milton Jones Will Embark on Tour With HA!MILTON
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2024

Fan favourite comedian Milton Jones has announced a brand new tour HA!MILTON, which will embark on tour this year. The show kicks off in London on 3rd September and runs until 15th December 2024.

Cal State Fullerton's Department of Theatre and Dance Reveals Spring 2024 Series
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024

Cal State Fullerton’s Department of Theatre and Dance has announced its Spring 2024 Studio Series productions. The Studio Series is a collection of plays, readings, and workshops performed in the Arena Theatre and Grand Central Theatre that challenge our students and audiences to take a deeper look into theatre and the stories that we tell.

THAT'LL BE THE DAY Will Embark on UK Tour This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2023

That’ll Be The Day will embark on a tour across the UK this spring, completing its 38th year on the road. Learn more about the tour here!

STRICTLY Stars Nadiya and Kai Will Embark on 'Behind The Magic' UK Tour in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2023

After the great success of their critically acclaimed debut tour 'Once Upon A Time', dance stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have announced they will be touring the UK again throughout June 2024 with their brand new show 'Behind The Magic'.

The Orange Tree Theatre Reveals Autumn 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023

The Orange Tree (OT) has announced four new productions for their Autumn season. Learn more about the full season lineup here!

THAT'LL BE THE DAY Will Embark on UK Tour With Christmas Show
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023

Fresh off the back of its acclaimed autumn tour, That’ll Be The Day is ready to get its festive show on the road, taking audiences on a sleigh ride through the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll. Learn more about the production and find out where it's heading out on tour here!

FAIRYTALE OF NEW YORK: The Ultimate Irish-Inspired Christmas Show To Return with a Bigger Production in 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023

Get ready for a heartwarming and joyous Christmas show as Fairytale of New York returns in 2023 with a larger production. Join an international cast of singers, musicians, and dancers as they bring to life your favorite Christmas songs and beloved Irish singalong tunes. F

New Book 'Beyond Ridiculous' Chronicles Gay Theatre in the 80s in New York
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023

The rise of the legendary, groundbreaking troupe THEATRE IN LIMBO – co-founded Off-Broadway by Charles Busch and Kenneth Elliott in the 1980's – is chronicled in the new book “BEYOND RIDICULOUS: Making Gay Theatre with Charles Busch in 1980s New York.' Learn more about the book and find out when you can purchase it here!

Lucas Hnath, Trevor Nunn, Noel Coward, and More Set For The Orange Tree Theatre's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2023

The Orange Tree (OT) has announced its first full year of programming under new Artistic Director Tom Littler. It features world and European premieres by Zoe Cooper and Lucas Hnath; revivals from Mustapha Matura, Noël Coward and Oliver Goldsmith; directors including Trevor Nunn and Matthew Dunster; and Niamh Cusack headlining the first major London revival of Polly Stenham's breakout hit That Face.

A SCREAM IN THE DARK Enters Final Week of Performances at La MaMa
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2023

La MaMa is presenting A SCREAM IN THE DARK, a world premiere solo play by Brazil’s Companhia Nova de Teatro that investigates the military dictatorship and censorship in Brazil (1964-1985).

Mercury Theatre Announces SLEEPING BEAUTY as 2023 Pantomime
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2023

After two years of record-breaking sales, Mercury Theatre today announce their new pantomime for Christmas 2023, Sleeping Beauty, which is now on sale.  The production will star pantomime royalty and Mercury Theatre regulars Antony Stuart-Hicks and Dale Superville.

George Takei Will Host a STAR TREK Night in Conjunction With ALLEGIANCE in London
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2023

George Takei, the original and beloved Mr. Sulu from 'Star Trek', film and television star, activist and social media icon, is to making his London stage debut in the UK premiere of the Broadway musical inspired by Takei's true childhood experiences, 'George Takei's Allegiance'.