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Dance Stars Aljaž and Janette Will Embark on 'A Night To Remember' UK Tour in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2024

Strictly Come Dancing favourites Aljaž Škorjanec and Janette Manrara have announced they will be returning to theatres across the UK in 2025 with their a brand new show: A Night To Remember.

Kids Go Free At THE WIZARD OF OZ This Summer at the Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2024

A new Kids Go Free promotion has been launched for The Wizard of Oz this summer. The beloved musical, based on the iconic story by L. Frank Baum begins a strictly limited four-week summer season at the Gillian Lynne Theatre on Thursday 15 August following a record-breaking UK and Ireland tour.

Save Up to 51% on Tickets to THE WIZARD OF OZ at Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2024

Save up to 51% on tickets for The Wizard Of Oz at Gillian Lynne Theatre. Tickets are available from £20!

Allan Stewart and Alex Bourne Join the West End Cast of THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024

Allan Stewart (Stones in His Pockets, West End, UK Tour, Toronto; STV Hello, Good Evening, Welcome) and Alex Bourne (Annie, West End, UK Tour, Toronto; Hairspray, UK Tour) will reprise their touring roles as The Wizard when The Wizard of Oz concludes its major UK and Ireland tour this summer. 

Presale Tickets Available For THE WIZARD OF OZ at the Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024

Tickets are available for presale now for The Wizard Of Oz at Gillian Lynne Theatre! Tickets are available for performances running 15 August 2024 - 08 September 2024.

Pop Siren Max Rae Will Embark On Support Tour With Blue and Aston Merrygold
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024

Pop sensation Max Rae is set to join Blue and Aston Merrygold on tour. Get the latest updates on this exciting collaboration in the music industry.

THE WIZARD OF Oz Returns To The West End This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2024

The Wizard of Oz will conclude its major UK and Ireland tour with a season in London this summer, playing a strictly limited run of 38 performances only from Thursday 15 August – Sunday 8 September 2024 at the Gillian Lynne Theatre.

JLS Star Aston Merrygold Will Rejoin THE WIZARD OF OZ UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2024

JLS star Aston Merrygold will reprise his celebrated role as The Tin Man at select dates across the Wizard of Oz's UK and Ireland tour. Learn more about which cities you can catch him in here!

Our Top Shows in Merseyside and Cheshire This Festive Season
by Sarah OHara - Dec 15, 2023

Whether you’re looking for a pantomime, Christmas concert, a musical classic or a spooky story for the festive season, there’s plenty to enjoy at theatres across Merseyside and Cheshire this Winter.

Photos: First Look at Rehearsals for THE WIZARD OF OZ UK and Ireland Tour
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 7, 2023

Ahead of The Wizard of Oz opening at the Liverpool Empire for a three-week Christmas season on Wednesday 13 December, before a major UK and Ireland Tour first look rehearsal photography has been released. See all the new photos here.

Final Cast Set For THE WIZARD OF OZ UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2023

Final casting has been revealed for the UK and Ireland Tour of The Wizard of Oz which begins rehearsals today. The new musical, based on the iconic story by L. Frank Baum, opens its UK and Ireland tour following a celebrated run at the world-famous London Palladium.

Craig Revel Horwood, The Vivienne, and Gary Wilmot Join UK Tour of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Select Dates
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2023

Strictly Come Dancing's longest-standing judge, Craig Revel Horwood, and RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner and Dancing on Ice finalist, The Vivienne will both play The Wicked Witch of the West in the upcoming tour of The Wizard of Oz. Gary Wilmot will reprise his West End role as The Wizard. Learn more about the tour and find out how to get tickets here!

Aston Merrygold and The Vivienne Join THE WIZARD OF OZ at The Liverpool Empire; Full Tour Dates Announced
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2023

JLS star Aston Merrygold will play The Tin Man and Liverpool-raised, RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner and Dancing on Ice finalist, The Vivienne, The Wicked Witch of the West in The Wizard of Oz at the Liverpool Empire this Christmas. Learn more about the production and find out the full list of tour dates here!

STRICTLY's Aljaz and Janette Return With New Show DANCING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2023

Strictly legends Janette Manrara & Aljaž Škorjanec have announced they will be returning to theatres across the UK with another hugely entertaining festive song and dance extravaganza called Dancing In A Winter Wonderland.

Hayley Tamaddon Joins The 2023-24 UK and Ireland Tour of EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2023

Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the smash-hit and critically acclaimed musical, has announced the return of Hayley Tamaddon (Coronation Street, Emmerdale) as Miss Hedge, having previously appeared in the West End production at the Apollo Theatre.

Review: FOOTLOOSE, New Wimbledon Theatre
by Abbie Grundy - Aug 17, 2022

Based on the hit 1984 film that propelled Kevin Bacon to fame, Footloose follows the story of Ren McCormack (Joshua Hawkins), a Chicago native who is forced to move to smalltown Bomont after his parent's separation.

Aston Merrygold to Star as Willard in FOOTLOOSE THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2022

Selladoor Worldwide has announced that Aston Merrygold will join the cast of Footloose the Musical to perform in the role of Willard in Aberdeen, Glasgow and Wimbledon from 25 July.

FOX and THE MASKED SINGER Creator Wonwoo Park Sign First-Look Development Deal
by Michael Major - Nov 4, 2021

The two companies are currently developing the international format for the hit Korean talent-competition series “Lotto Singer,” in which viewers can win cash prizes by correctly betting on contestants’ performances. The Masked Singer is currently in its sixth season at FOX.

BASE Productions Presents A TALE TO TELL: A Short Musical Film
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2020

Following the news of Pantomimes and shows being cancelled across the land, audiences will still have the opportunity to watch their favourite fairy-tale heroes, villains and dames in an original film that no virus can stop.

BWW Review: RIP IT UP - THE 60s, Garrick Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Feb 13, 2019

Rip It Up The 60s is unabashed entertainment full of great songs, plenty of dancing and a handful of stars from Strictly.