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Cast Set For The RSC'S A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Photo Cast Set For The RSC'S A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Stephi Wild - November 05, 2024

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the full cast for A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Learn more about who is starring in the show and find out how to get tickets here!...


Full Casting Announced For ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST At The Lyric Hammersmith Photo Full Casting Announced For ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST At The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by Stephi Wild - December 15, 2022

Full casting has been announced for the first major London revival of Dario Fo and Franco Rame's riotous Accidental Death of an Anarchist in 20 years, in a new adaptation by comedian, writer and actor Tom Basden. ...


David Walliams' DEMON DENTIST Comes To 3olympia Theatre In July Photo David Walliams' DEMON DENTIST Comes To 3olympia Theatre In July
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2023

The bestselling children's author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company have teamed up for a brand-new production of Demon Dentist. This is their latest collaboration after Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy, both of which received Olivier award nominations. ...


National Theatre Announces DANCING AT LUGHNASA, DIXON AND DAUGHTERS, and More Photo National Theatre Announces DANCING AT LUGHNASA, DIXON AND DAUGHTERS, and More
by Stephi Wild - November 22, 2022

The National Theatre has announced three new productions for 2023 and the revival of the critically acclaimed The Father and the Assassin. A new production devised by The PappyShow will tour directly to 55 schools across England, and National Theatre Live brings The Crucible, Othello and GOOD to cin...


Trafalgar Theatres Wins Contract to Operate Guildford's G Live For Next 25 Years Photo Trafalgar Theatres Wins Contract to Operate Guildford's G Live For Next 25 Years
by Stephi Wild - June 17, 2024

Trafalgar Theatres – the venues division of leading global live entertainment company Trafalgar Entertainment – has successfully won the contract to operate G Live in Guildford following a competitive bidding process....


Soprano Rainelle Krause to Make Debut at the BBC Proms Photo Soprano Rainelle Krause to Make Debut at the BBC Proms
by A.A. Cristi - July 07, 2023

 The prestigious BBC Proms announces the highly anticipated debut of soprano Rainelle Krause at this year's 'Horrible Histories - 'Orrible Opera' performance. Set to take place on July 22, 2023, at the iconic Royal Albert Hall, this unique event offers an entertaining exploration of opera's history ...


Deafinitely Theatre Announces THE PROMISE A Story Of A Deaf Woman Living With Dementi Photo Deafinitely Theatre Announces THE PROMISE A Story Of A Deaf Woman Living With Dementia
by A.A. Cristi - September 22, 2023

DEAFINITELY THEATRE announces 'The Promise,' a story of a deaf woman living with dementia. Co-produced with Birmingham Repertory Theatre and Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, this new piece of writing is directed by Paula Garfield and written by Melissa Mostyn. Performances run from April to May 2024....


HORRIBLE HISTORIES – TERRIBLE TUDORS Will Return to the West End This Summer Photo HORRIBLE HISTORIES – TERRIBLE TUDORS Will Return to the West End This Summer
by Stephi Wild - March 08, 2023

Following a horribly successful run last summer Birmingham Stage Company has announced that Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors will return to the West End's Garrick Theatre....


Kate Nash Signs To Kill Rock Stars & Drops New Single 'Change' Photo Kate Nash Signs To Kill Rock Stars & Drops New Single 'Change'
by Michael Major - February 07, 2024

Platinum-selling recording artist and actress Kate Nash signs to esteemed label Kill Rock Stars and releases her new single “Change.” Marking an exciting new chapter in Kate's illustrious career, 'Change' is an anthem that explores the nuances of relationships and the courage to embrace transformati...


London Theatre Week Launches With Over 75 Shows Photo London Theatre Week Launches With Over 75 Shows
by Stephi Wild - August 19, 2024

London Theatre Week is set to make a  return with its celebration of the West End's vibrant theatrical scene. From Monday 19th August, theatre fans can shop exclusively priced tickets starting at just £15 via TodayTix....


Review: ANTONY & CLEOPATRA, Shakespeare's Globe Photo Review: ANTONY & CLEOPATRA, Shakespeare's Globe
by Debbie Gilpin - August 14, 2024

'Age cannot wither her, nor custom stale her infinite variety.' Aside from a couple of Horrible Histories songs, most people probably know Cleopatra for her unique manner of death - almost certainly an apocryphal story (it's far more likely that she simply poisoned herself), but that and her ill-fat...


Photos: First Look at the UK Tour of HOME, I'M DARLING Photo Photos: First Look at the UK Tour of HOME, I'M DARLING
by Stephi Wild - January 19, 2023

This new production of Home, I’m Darling opens at the Theatre Royal Windsor on 25 January 2023, prior to the play’s first extensive national tour. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!...


Cast Set for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST PANTO at Marlowe Theatre Canterbury Photo Cast Set for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST PANTO at Marlowe Theatre Canterbury
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 12, 2024

Marlowe Theatre Canterbury has revealed the cast for their upcoming panto BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, featuring stars from Eastenders. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets. ...


Nick Mohammed's A CHRISTMAS CAROL (ISH) Will Transfer to the West End Photo Nick Mohammed's A CHRISTMAS CAROL (ISH) Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - September 16, 2024

Berk’s Nest and double Emmy award-nominated actor, comedian, and writer Nick Mohammed have announced that the iconic character of Mr. Swallow is preparing to spread Christmas cheer once again as a brand-new version of the ensemble comedy A Christmas Carol (ish) transfers to the West End this Winter....


Giles Terera and Michael Benz Complete the Cast of POWER OF SAIL at Menier Chocolate Photo Giles Terera and Michael Benz Complete the Cast of POWER OF SAIL at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - February 26, 2024

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced that Giles Terera and Michael Benz join the cast of the European première of Paul Grellong's Power of Sail, directed by Dominic Dromgoole. Performances run 20 March – 12 May....


London Theatre Week Returns, Celebrating 5 Years of Increasing Access to Theatre Photo London Theatre Week Returns, Celebrating 5 Years of Increasing Access to Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - August 21, 2023

London Theatre Week, the highly anticipated performing arts celebration spotlighting dynamic musicals and award-winning plays in London's West End, makes its return this summer. Marking its 5th-year anniversary, the campaign offers audiences the opportunity to get tickets to the best of West End the...


AIN'T TOO PROUD, GREASE, FROZEN & More to Take Part in Kids Week 2023 Photo AIN'T TOO PROUD, GREASE, FROZEN & More to Take Part in Kids Week 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 07, 2023

London’s world-famous theatres are preparing to welcome families this summer, as long-running audience development initiative Kids Week returns....


Voice Over Artists Announced for IDIOTS ASSEMBLE: SPITTING IMAGE SAVES THE WORLD Photo Voice Over Artists Announced for IDIOTS ASSEMBLE: SPITTING IMAGE SAVES THE WORLD
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 25, 2023

Twelve voice-over artists, a mix of actors, impressionists and comedians have just started work on recording voices for over one hundred Spitting Image characters for the World Premiere of the stage show,  Idiots Assemble: Spitting Image Saves the World which previews at Birmingham Rep from 1 Februa...


Cast Revealed For ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST in the West End Photo Cast Revealed For ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST in the West End
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023

The new West End cast has been announced for Daniel Raggett's production of Accidental Death of an Anarchist, following a sell-out run at Lyric Hammersmith....


DEMON DENTIST Comes to 3Olympia Theatre in July
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2023

The bestselling children’s author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company have teamed up for a brand-new production of Demon Dentist. This is their latest collaboration after Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy, both of which received Olivier award nominations. ...


Review: PROM 11: HORRIBLE HISTORIES - 'ORRIBLE OPERA, Royal Albert Hall Photo Review: PROM 11: HORRIBLE HISTORIES - 'ORRIBLE OPERA, Royal Albert Hall
by Kat Mokrynski - July 24, 2023

Prom 11: Horrible Histories ‘Orrible Opera is a delightful show that will amuse audiences of all ages while making opera more approachable....


Cast Set For the UK Tour of ZOG AND THE FLYING DOCTORS With London Date Announced! Photo Cast Set For the UK Tour of ZOG AND THE FLYING DOCTORS With London Date Announced!
by Stephi Wild - December 01, 2023

Zog and the Flying Doctors, based on the bestselling sequel by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, will fly into London next summer, playing at Cadogan Hall from 1 – 31 August 2024. Find out who is starring in the cast here!...


HORRIBLE HISTORIES: HORRIBLE CHRISTMAS To Play At London's Alexandra Palace Theatre  Photo HORRIBLE HISTORIES: HORRIBLE CHRISTMAS To Play At London's Alexandra Palace Theatre 
by A.A. Cristi - October 15, 2024

HORRIBLE HISTORIES - LIVE ON STAGE returns to London with A HORRIBLE CHRISTMAS, offering a festive theatrical experience. Presented by the Birmingham Stage Company, this show is perfect for holiday entertainment....


Review: THE EMPRESS, Lyric Hammersmith Photo Review: THE EMPRESS, Lyric Hammersmith
by Cheryl Markosky - October 11, 2023

There are meaty themes, moments of humour and insight, and the standard of professionalism you’d expect from a Royal Shakespeare Company production first staged in Stratford in 2013 and now playing at the Lyric Hammersmith. But somehow Tanika Gupta’s script doesn’t quite take off....


David Walliams' AWFUL AUNTIE Will Embark on Tour in 2024 Photo David Walliams' AWFUL AUNTIE Will Embark on Tour in 2024
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2023

The bestselling children's author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company are teaming up once again for a brand-new production of Awful Auntie. This is their latest collaboration following Demon Dentist, Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy - and the latter two both received Oliv...






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