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Natalie O'Donoghue

Natalie O'Donoghue

Natalie has been covering for BroadwayWorld Scotland since 2013 and heads up the site's Edinburgh Festival Fringe coverage. Based in Glasgow, she covers as much as she can around Scotland and is a member of the judging panel of the Critics' Awards for Theatre in Scotland (CATS). When not at the theatre, Natalie loves spending time with her cat Dolly Purrton and is a big fan of country music. She is usually covered in glitter. You can follow Natalie on Twitter at @nataliealana87 




LEARN MORE ABOUT Natalie O'Donoghue

First Show:

Blood Brothers West End/Ghost on Broadway

Favorite Show:

Wicked

Favorite Stories:

  • Rachel Fairburn- Showgirl Interview - I've been following Rachel Fairburn's career for a long time and was thrilled to chat to her about her tour show.
  • Wicked Review- Edinburgh - Wicked is my all time favourite theatre show so it was an honour to be invited to review it.
  • 2023 Year in Review - I enjoy recapping my year in theatre.
  • Battery Park review - Battery Park was a show I really loved in 2023 and I enjoy being able to highlight amazing Scottish theatre.
  • Mark Nelson Interview - I have been a fan of Mark Nelson's work for many years so really enjoyed being able to pick his brain about the Scottish comedy industry.


MOST POPULAR ARTICLES


Review: MIRACLE ON DEANSTON DRIVE, Oran Mor
Review: MIRACLE ON DEANSTON DRIVE, Oran Mor
November 16, 2024

Christmas time in Glasgow is not so magical when you’re a cab driver dealing with drunken passengers, potholes and never-ending rain.

Review: 101 DALMATIANS, King's Theatre
Review: 101 DALMATIANS, King's Theatre
November 13, 2024

When fashionista Cruella de Vil plots to swipe all the Dalmatian puppies in town to create her fabulous new fur coat, there’s trouble ahead for Pongo and Perdi and their litter of adorable, tail-wagging young pups.

Review: DEMENTIA THE MUSICAL! Paisley Arts Centre
Review: DEMENTIA THE MUSICAL! Paisley Arts Centre
November 10, 2024

Dementia the Musical! is a new musical theatre production by Ron Coleman, Scottish poet and writer living with dementia, in collaboration with renowned director Magdalena Schamberger and one of Britain’s top Jazz musicians Sophie Bancroft as composer and musical director plus additional music by esteemed songwriter Andrew Eaton-Lewis.

Interview: Christina Bianco on Playing The Narrator in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
Interview: Christina Bianco on Playing The Narrator in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
November 11, 2024

BroadwayWorld catches up with actress and singer Christina Bianco to chat about playing the narrator in the upcoming tour of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

Rumpelstiltskin Comes To Platform This Christmas
Rumpelstiltskin Comes To Platform This Christmas
November 8, 2024

Created for everyone over the age of 5 and written by Lewis Hetherington, directed by Rosalind Sydney and presented by Platform in association with Glasgow Kelvin College.

Review: DISNEY'S ALADDIN, Theatre Royal
Review: DISNEY'S ALADDIN, Theatre Royal
November 8, 2024

From the producers that brought you The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast and Frozen, comes the spectacular Disney Broadway and West End musical ALADDIN.

Glasgow International Comedy Festival Announces First 2025 Acts
Glasgow International Comedy Festival Announces First 2025 Acts
November 8, 2024

The festival kicks off in Glasgow on March 12th.

Review: BLAST OFF, STARBURST, Oran Mor
Review: BLAST OFF, STARBURST, Oran Mor
November 5, 2024

A time-bending drama about reuniting with all the magic we leave behind when we grow up. With strong performances from the whole cast, Blast Off, Starburst! is a tender and nuanced portrayal of loss.

Review: GHOST OFF!, Oran Mor
Review: GHOST OFF!, Oran Mor
November 2, 2024

A spooky and hilarious farce set in the reading room of Hillhead’s premier psychic with a million-pound prize at stake.

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, Pavilion Theatre
Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, Pavilion Theatre
October 30, 2024

The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancée Janet. When by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way to visit their former college professor, they meet the charismatic Dr Frank’n’Furter.

Review: ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES THE MUSICAL, Theatre Royal
Review: ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES THE MUSICAL, Theatre Royal
October 29, 2024

Based on John Sullivan’s legendary television show, this critically acclaimed home-grown musical spectacular features cherished material from Britain’s best-loved TV series

Finlay Christie On Taking I Deserve This On Tour
Finlay Christie On Taking I Deserve This On Tour
October 28, 2024

Finlay Christie answers some questions about bringing his upcoming tour I Deserve This to Scotland.

Review: CASSIE AND THE SPACE COWBOY, Oran Mor
Review: CASSIE AND THE SPACE COWBOY, Oran Mor
October 21, 2024

A hilarious satirical comedy set during an alien invasion, exploring the extremities of a post-truth world

Review: TREASURE ISLAND, Platform
Review: TREASURE ISLAND, Platform
October 20, 2024

A new version of a classic story told like never before, bursting with sea shanties, treasures, and a sumptuous amount of adventure.

Review: DRIVE LOUNGE: BEYOND OZ, Òran Mór
Review: DRIVE LOUNGE: BEYOND OZ, Òran Mór
October 18, 2024

Prior to the release of the highly anticipated movie musical of the decade – WICKED: Part 1, DRIVE OFFICIAL and Òran Mór proudly present BEYOND OZ: The Concert. A celebration of the music from hit musicals Wicked, The Wizard of Oz, The Wiz and a selection of classics from the Stephen Schwartz songbook.

Review: TO SAVE THE SEA, The Gaiety
Review: TO SAVE THE SEA, The Gaiety
October 17, 2024

When oil giants Shell announce plans to dump the defunct Brent Spar oil store in the ocean, a small group of activists have other ideas. Under the cover of night, they sail out to the North Sea and occupy the structure. As their campaign gains momentum, pressure mounts on those in power and political battles ensue at sea and on land.

Celtic Connections 2025 Programme Revealed
Celtic Connections 2025 Programme Revealed
October 15, 2024

The premiere winter festival and international celebration of Celtic music will illuminate stages across Glasgow from Thursday 16 January to Sunday 2 February, eclipsing dark winter nights with a kaleidoscope of internationally-renowned music, exciting new performances, unique showcases and one-off collaborations.

Review: LOST GIRLS/AT BUS STOPS, Oran Mor
Review: LOST GIRLS/AT BUS STOPS, Oran Mor
October 13, 2024

It’s the Edinburgh Fringe and the city is suddenly bursting at the seams. Every cul-de-sac and kebab shop is alive with the effervescent fizzing of potential – it is the moment where dreams are made, and hearts are broken.

Review: SMALL TOWN BOYS, Polo Lounge
Review: SMALL TOWN BOYS, Polo Lounge
October 11, 2024

A young man leaves his small hometown to find refuge in the bright lights and warm embrace of the big city; he discovers solace and joy in the city's LGBTQ+ scene, but soon finds himself navigating a terrifying unfolding health crisis, almost completely ignored by the government.

Full Cast and Creatives Announced for The Gaiety’s 2024 Panto, Mother Goose
Full Cast and Creatives Announced for The Gaiety’s 2024 Panto, Mother Goose
October 7, 2024

Ayr Gaiety Theatre is delighted to announce the cast and creatives of our 2024 pantomime, Mother Goose, featuring a host of both new talent and returning favourites.



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