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Lockdown takes viewers inside the closed world of three maximum-security U.S. prisons to observe violent clashes, covert rules and secret codes of justice.

Andrew Lloyd Webber Threatens to Defy UK Government to Reopen Theatres at Full Capaci Photo Andrew Lloyd Webber Threatens to Defy UK Government to Reopen Theatres at Full Capacity
by A.A. Cristi - June 08, 2021

Andrew Lloyd Webber is continuing his passionate crusade to reopen theatres at full capacity by the end of the month, even if it means defying measures set forth by the UK government....


BWW REVIEW: Queenie van de Zandt's CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE – ONLINE EDITION Deliver Photo BWW REVIEW: Queenie van de Zandt's CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE – ONLINE EDITION Delivers A Truly Interactive Online “Theatre” Experience
by Jade Kops - October 25, 2021

Presented just days after Melbourne’s latest lockdown lifted, Queenie van de Zandt’s CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE – ONLINE EDITION was the perfect night in for people wanting to reconnect with live performance but still a little hesitant to venture outside. ...


GRAVITY & OTHER MYTHS Remount The Pulse Photo GRAVITY & OTHER MYTHS Remount The Pulse
by Stephi Wild - September 10, 2021

After two months of cancellations, lockdowns and hitting the 'pause button' on performances in Adelaide and Darwin throughout July and August, the acrobatic and choral masterpiece will take to the stage to present four shows across three days....


VIDEO: Florence + the Machine Share New Song 'Heaven Is Here' Photo VIDEO: Florence + the Machine Share New Song 'Heaven Is Here'
by Michael Major - March 07, 2022

Florence + the Machine debut a new song, “Heaven is Here.” The track was released alongside a video by acclaimed director Autumn de Wilde choreographed by Ryan Heffington. Watch the new music video now!...


Andrew Lloyd Webber 'Pleased and Surprised' to Hear Boris Johnson May Allow CINDERELL Photo Andrew Lloyd Webber 'Pleased and Surprised' to Hear Boris Johnson May Allow CINDERELLA to Go Ahead Despite Lockdown Restrictions
by Stephi Wild - June 15, 2021

Andrew Lloyd Webber says he was 'surprised' to hear that UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson may allow his West End production of Cinderella to go ahead despite the delayed lifting of lockdown restrictions....


Andrew Lloyd Webber 'Pleased and Surprised' to Hear Boris Johnson May Allow CINDERELL Photo Andrew Lloyd Webber 'Pleased and Surprised' to Hear Boris Johnson May Allow CINDERELLA to Go Ahead Despite Lockdown Restrictions
by Stephi Wild - June 15, 2021

Andrew Lloyd Webber says he was 'surprised' to hear that UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson may allow his West End production of Cinderella to go ahead despite the delayed lifting of lockdown restrictions....


JACK HOOSIE AND THE LEISURE GROAN to Tour North and South London Venues This August Photo JACK HOOSIE AND THE LEISURE GROAN to Tour North and South London Venues This August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 12, 2021

Following a successful crowdfunding campaign, Sheffield-born comedian-turned-playwright Gareth Edward is taking his debut play about a gay sauna to the Camden Fringe this August, before transferring to London’s only LGBTQ+ theatre Above The Stag in Vauxhall....


New Diorama Theatre Announces Final Ballot For Free Space At Revolutionary NDT Broadg Photo New Diorama Theatre Announces Final Ballot For Free Space At Revolutionary NDT Broadgate Venue
by Stephi Wild - April 04, 2022

A vast, revolutionary London rehearsal complex and artists' recovery project, NDT Broadgate has provided hundreds of thousands of hours of free space to supercharge independent theatre post-Covid, reaching nationwide impact as well as major London stages from the Barbican to Young Vic and Royal Cour...


Scottish Rock Band Twin Atlantic To Play Headline Show At Perth Festival Of Arts Photo Scottish Rock Band Twin Atlantic To Play Headline Show At Perth Festival Of Arts
by Stephi Wild - March 23, 2022

Scottish alt-rock band Twin Atlantic are the newest addition to this year's increasingly exciting line-up at Perth Festival of the Arts 50th Anniversary Year in May. The headline show will take place at Perth Concert Hall on Friday 27 May....


National Gallery Announces New Dates For 'Jeffrey Smart' Exhibition Photo National Gallery Announces New Dates For 'Jeffrey Smart' Exhibition
by Stephi Wild - October 27, 2021

Tickets are now on sale for the National Gallery of Australia's major exhibition celebrating the work of Australian artist Jeffrey Smart, which will open to the public on Saturday, 11 December 2021, following delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in the ACT....


Down for the Count Swing Orchestra Returns to Theatre Royal Winchester in October Photo Down for the Count Swing Orchestra Returns to Theatre Royal Winchester in October
by Stephi Wild - September 24, 2021

The mini big band, Down for the Count Swing Orchestra, return to Theatre Royal Winchester on Saturday 9 October with their new show - Legends of Swing. ...


Student Blog: Oh My! I'm So Not Ready For School! Photo Student Blog: Oh My! I'm So Not Ready For School!
by Student Blogger: Zac Denver Lee - August 11, 2021

So many things to do, so little time. While Singapore is having a mini lockdown, the lockdown fatigue is really causing me major setbacks. Now I only have less than a week to prepare for school! Although the mini 'lockdown' will be lifted on Aug 18, they recently allowed those fully vaccinated to be...


Jamie Hannah Set To Release New Song 'Flowers' Photo Jamie Hannah Set To Release New Song 'Flowers'
by Michael Major - April 04, 2022

During the global pandemic, Jamie Hannah went back to his classical musical roots and delivered what he is best known for, writing a catalogue of haunting, yet uplifting melodies that are now ready to be released. ‘FLOWERS’ is the first song for his forthcoming EP....


LITTLE WOMEN Will Be Performed at Chapel Off Chapel Next Month Photo LITTLE WOMEN Will Be Performed at Chapel Off Chapel Next Month
by Stephi Wild - October 22, 2021

The COVID-19 crisis has kept Melbourne's many theatres in the dark for much of 2020 and 2021. Ongoing lockdowns and capacity restrictions have made it near impossible to stage productions, and as a result many events and shows, for both professional and community theatre, have been put indefinitely ...


Middle Child Launch Artist Development Programme To Support Creatives Photo Middle Child Launch Artist Development Programme To Support Creatives
by Stephi Wild - June 15, 2021

As the performing arts industries emerge from lockdown, this programme provides the opportunity for these creatives to explore and interrogate without the pressure of creating work.  Although well-known as a live gig theatre company, Middle Child place equal importance on the work they do off the st...


SA International Ballet Competition Postponed Photo SA International Ballet Competition Postponed
by Stephi Wild - July 06, 2021

The competition already has 140 participants from across the globe and to accommodate the date change, SAIBC Founder and CEO Dirk Badenhorst will be accepting entries  (including video submissions), up to 30 July 2021....


Student Blog: Broadway Reopens and South Africa Recloses Photo Student Blog: Broadway Reopens and South Africa Recloses
by Student Blogger: Caiti Ho - June 28, 2021

I am so excited for Broadway and the West End to reopen. It is so amazing to see the greater countries returning to a somewhat normal life. I love that there is that hope in the world for a better tomorrow. South Africa on the other hand, we're in our third wave of the pandemic and our biggest threa...


DOING SHAKESPEARE Will Be Performed at Bridewell Theatre Next Month Photo DOING SHAKESPEARE Will Be Performed at Bridewell Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - October 06, 2021

Following a series of multi-award winning (six OnComm Awards, Scenesaver award for Best Ensemble) online plays throughout the pandemic, The Northern Comedy Theatre Company has adapted its much-loved Doing Shakespeare for the stage and is bringing it to the Bridewell Theatre this November. ...


Andrew Lloyd Webber Threatens to Defy UK Government to Reopen Theatres at Full Capaci Photo Andrew Lloyd Webber Threatens to Defy UK Government to Reopen Theatres at Full Capacity
by A.A. Cristi - June 08, 2021

Andrew Lloyd Webber is continuing his passionate crusade to reopen theatres at full capacity by the end of the month, even if it means defying measures set forth by the UK government....


The Self-Isolation Choir Founder Mark Strachan Prepares for Announcement About the Fu Photo The Self-Isolation Choir Founder Mark Strachan Prepares for Announcement About the Future of Online Choral Singing
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 14, 2021

On Friday 16 July at 19:00 BST, The Self-Isolation Choir's Founder, Mark Strachan, will livestream a momentous statement about the vibrant and exciting future of online choral singing....


Elton John to Release All-Star Collaborations Album Photo Elton John to Release All-Star Collaborations Album
by Michael Major - September 01, 2021

The new album will include collaborations with Miley Cyrus, Lil Was X, Stevie Wonder, Dua Lipa, Nicki Minaj, & more. The album includes several re-imagined covers, as well as 10 brand-new songs....


Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra Makes 'Lockdown Archives' Free to Stream Photo Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra Makes 'Lockdown Archives' Free to Stream
by Stephi Wild - July 02, 2021

Since the first lockdown in the spring of 2020, the Concertgebouworkest has streamed over eighty compositions in more than forty productions - including thirty-four orchestral programmes – on its website and social media channels....


EDINBURGH 2021: BWW Review: COVID LOCKDOWN BREATH MACHINE, Summerhall Online Photo EDINBURGH 2021: BWW Review: COVID LOCKDOWN BREATH MACHINE, Summerhall Online
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 12, 2021

Designed specifically to be experienced with headphones, alone, with the lights off and the curtains drawn, Covid Lockdown Breath Machine is a fantastical, transformative and uplifting binaural adventure into the symptoms and imaginings of a coronavirus patient. A woman on the edge of collapse battl...


Final Week To Submit Nominations For The 2021 BroadwayWorld UK Awards! Photo Final Week To Submit Nominations For The 2021 BroadwayWorld UK Awards!
by Marianka Swain - January 25, 2022

This is the final week to submit nominations for the 2021 BroadwayWorld UK Awards! We've set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favourites. Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open until 28 January....


RAY BLK Announces Debut Album 'ACCESS DENIED' Photo RAY BLK Announces Debut Album 'ACCESS DENIED'
by TV News Desk - July 06, 2021

Ray drops her anthemic new single “M.I.A.” featuring Def Jam artist and “R&B legend in the making” (NME) Kaash Paige, who has worked with the likes of Travis Scott, Alicia Keys and Moneybagg Yo. ...






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