Arlene Philips

Go Live Theatre Projects Launches Online Auction Raising Funds For Future Work
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2024

Go Live Theatre Projects, the London based theatrical education charity, has launched an online charity auction, full of rare theatre memorabilia.

Dame Arlene Philips Joins as Executive Co-Producer For New Musical TOYS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2024

Dame Arlene Philips will be joining the creative team of new musical Toys as an executive co-producer.

Photos: First Look at HOUSE OF FLAMENKA at the Peacock Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2023

Bigger, bolder, and sexier than ever, House of Flamenka returns to the Peacock due to phenomenal demand. Check out all new photos here!

Aimie Atkinson, Alice Fearn, Lucie Jones, and More Set For MUSICAL CON 2023; Full Schedule Released!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2023

Musical Con have released the full schedule for the second year of the UK's official musical fan convention, which is taking place at ExCeL London later this month. Learn more about who will be in attendance here!

Tickets From £22 for HOUSE OF FLAMENKA at the Peacock Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 19, 2023

Bigger, bolder, and sexier than ever, House of Flamenka returns to the Peacock. Created and directed by dance royalty Arlene Phillips (Grease, Guys and Dolls, Strictly Come Dancing), and starring renowned flamenco dancer Karen Ruimy, this fusion of contemporary dance, flamenco, passion, and high drama is the best night out this autumn!

Christine Allado, Emma Hatton, and Alexia Khadime Perform in an Exclusive New Concert, Available to Stream Now
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023

A Spotlight On Leading Ladies, a concert featuring West End stars Alexia Khadime (currently playing Elphaba in Wicked), Christine Allado (Hamilton, Prince of Egypt) and Emma Hatton (Wicked, Evita, We Will Rock You) will be available to stream for a limited time only. 

HOUSE OF FLAMENKA Comes to the Peacock Theatre in October
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2023

Bigger, bolder, and sexier than ever, House of Flamenka returns to the Peacock due to phenomenal demand. Created and directed by dance royalty Arlene Phillips (Grease, Guys and Dolls, Strictly Come Dancing), and starring renowned flamenco dancer Karen Ruimy (When Jazz Meets Flamenco), this fusion of contemporary dance, flamenco, passion, and high drama is the best night out this autumn!

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For GREASE at the Dominion Theatre With Louise Redknapp and More
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2023

All new rehearsal photos have been released of Louise Redknapp with the cast and creatives of GREASE which begins previews at the Dominion Theatre on Friday 2 June.

HOUSE OF FLAMENKA, A Brand New West End Dance Spectacular, Comes to the Peacock Theatre in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2022

House of Flamenka, a brand new West End dance spectacular, co-created and directed by dance legend Arlene Phillips, is a lavish, extravagant and sexy fusion of Flamenco and Contemporary dance.

Pasha Kovalev And Anya Garnis Announce The Return Of The Second Annual Rise Up With The Arts
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2022

Following on from the unprecedented success of last year's event, it is today announced that Strictly Come Dancing's Pasha Kovalev and long-term dance partner, Anya Garnis will come together again for the second annual Rise Up With The Arts - a streamed trans-Atlantic celebration of the theatre industry with performances and interviews interlaced across the evening.

Diana Vickers To Join Strictly Winner Tom Chambers In DIAL M FOR MURDER Tour This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2021

Learn more about the upcoming production, and find out all of the tour dates here!

Tickets On Sale Today For Birmingham Repertory Theatre's Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2021

Artistic Director, Sean Foley has announced his programme for the 50th anniversary season of Birmingham Repertory Theatre in its current home on Centenary Square.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: March 27-28- with Ashley Spencer, Kara Lindsay and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 27, 2021

Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, March 27-28, 2021.

Aaron Tveit, Kerry Ellis & More Will Take Part in RISE UP WITH ARTS Benefit
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2021

Rise Up With Arts is a global, virtual event, celebrating the magical connection and transformative power of musical theatre, dance and inspirational stories. The virtual event will unite artists from every part of the industry to inspire, empower and raise money for charity Theatre Support Fund+ and Actors Fund.

Creative Youth Announces New Young Creatives Panel Members, As Part Of Its Creative Talent Programme
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2020

Creative Youth has announced the latest recruits in their Young Creatives panel, a platform for emerging young creatives to help take the charity forward in an exciting and crucial time in its development and growth.

VIDEO: EVERYBODY DANCE NOW! A Look Back at Greased Lightnin' From GREASE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2020

In this time of social distancing and remaining responsibly indoors, we are all looking for ways to brighten our days and get moving any way we can! In the spirit of celebrating theater and providing motivation to get up and get shakin', we're taking a look back and paying tribute to some of the greatest dance numbers in musical theater history! Today's number, Greased Lightnin' from Grease!

Photo Flash: Elaine Page, Todrick Hall and More Attend MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE Opening Night at Peacock Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2020

Sadler's Wells and Universal Music UK present Message In A Bottle, a new dance theatre production by Sadler's Wells Associate Artist Kate Prince, set to the music of 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist Sting.

Patrick Ryecart Will Star In A CHRISTMAS CAROL At The Barn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2019

Olivier Award nominee Patrick Ryecart (The Crown, Poldark, The King's Speech) will lead the cast of The Barn Theatre's reimagined actor-musician production of Charles Dickens' festive masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, as Ebenezer Scrooge.

Photo Flash: The Cast of the UK and Ireland Tour of GREASE Meet the Press
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2019

TV presenter and winner of Strictly Come Dancing, Ore Oduba, will play the role of Teen Angel at additional dates on the UK and Ireland tour of GREASE. Ore alternates the role with Peter Andre. As previously announced, Ore will play the role on 24 & 25 June and from 29 June to 16 July at Leeds Grand, the opening venue of the tour. In addition, Ore will perform at Birmingham Hippodrome on 19, 20 23 & 24 August and King's Theatre, Glasgow from 27 to 31 August.

Photo Flash: Inside Press Night For the UK and Ireland Tour of GREASE in Leeds
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2019

The press night for the UK and Ireland tour of GREASE took place at Leeds Grand Theatre on Wednesday 26 June. The production runs in Leeds until 20 July 2019. The tour then continues until October 2019.