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New Adaptation of THE PASSENGER Comes to the Finborough Theatre Next Month

The world premiere of a new adaptation of The Passenger by Nadya Menuhin will open at the Finborough Theatre for a five-week limited season next month. Learn more here!
Sutton Foster to Perform at State Theatre New Jersey in January

State Theatre New Jersey will present An Evening with Sutton Foster. The Tony Award-winning artist will perform from her extensive Broadway catalog including, The Music Man, Anything Goes, and Sweeney Todd. Learn more!
Critics' Choice: Franco Milazzo's Top 30 Immersive Shows of 2024

In 2024, the immersive genre in London and beyond grew and grew and grew, with the independent sector overshadowing the biggest names.
Trafalgar Theatres Will Operate Eastbourne Theatres

Eastbourne Borough Council has entered a partnership with one of the UK's top theatre and entertainment operators to run the Congress Theatre, Devonshire Park Theatre, Winter Garden, and conferencing and exhibition facilities. 
THE LAST DAYS OF LIZ TRUSS? Comes to the White Bear Theatre

Oxia Theatre will present the world premiere of The Last Days of Liz Truss? by Greg Wilkinson, directed by Anthony Shrubsall with Emma Wilkinson Wright as Liz Truss.
Review: STORIES, Peacock Theatre

Smashing together tap dance and film noir, Romain Rachline Borgeaud’s Stories is wrapped around an immersive form of storytelling. Is the world ready for tap noir?
Review: THE BUDDHA OF SUBURBIA, Barbican Theatre

'I’ve seen it before, and I’ll see it again… Just little bits of history repeating.” This Shirley Bassey vocal may not feature on the soundtrack of this stage version of The Buddha of Suburbia, but you can’t help but bring it to mind as you watch events unfold: strikes, political turmoil, far right aggression - staples of the 1970s, but all too familiar to modern audiences.
MACBETH Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo to Play Movie Theaters

Macbeth, starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, which is currently playing to sold out houses in the West End, will come to cinemas next year. Learn more about when the show was captured and when it'll be released in movie theatres.
Further Cast, Creative Team, and Dates Set For Cate Blanchett-Led THE SEAGULL at The Barbican Theatre

Further casting has been announced for Duncan Macmillan and Thomas Ostermeier's new version of Chekhov's masterpiece The Seagull. Learn more about the show here!
Stars From SUNSET BOULEVARD, STARLIGHT EXPRESS, and More Take Home 2024 The Stage Debut Awards

The 12 winners of The Stage Debut Awards 2024, in partnership with ATG Entertainment, were revealed at a  London ceremony at 8 Northumberland Avenue on September 29.
Review: THE BLACK SAINT AND THE SINNER LADY, Barbican Theatre

Charles Mingus originally intended for his iconic 1963 jazz album The Black Saint and The Sinner Lady to be accompanied by dancers and, thanks to performance company Clod Ensemble and the Nu Civilisation Orchestra, it becomes the inspiration for a vibrant and inclusive show.
KISS ME, KATE Starring Stephanie J. Block Coming to U.S. Theaters

Kiss Me, Kate, the recent West End revival starring Tony Winner Stephanie J. Block, will be hitting U. S. movie theaters starting on November 17. As previously reported, the film will also be available in the U.K., Canada, and other international markets.
Cast Set For the World Premiere of THE FORSYTE SAGA

Troupe, in association with Park Theatre, has announced the full cast for the world première of a new stage adaptation of John Galsworthy’s seminal work, The Forsyte Saga.
Maybe You Like It's PLEADING STUPIDITY to Tour South West England This Autumn

Pleading Stupidity, a hit from the Edinburgh Fringe, will launch its autumn tour. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 23, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours. 
Cate Blanchett and Tom Burke Will Lead New Version of THE SEAGULL at The Barbican Theatre

Cate Blanchett and Tom Burke will star in Duncan Macmillan and Thomas Ostermeier's new version of Chekhov's masterpiece The Seagull. Also directed by Ostermeier, the production will play a limited 6 week run at the Barbican Theatre from February 2025. 
SUNSET BOULEVARD, STARLIGHT EXPRESS, and More Nominated For The Stage Debut Awards; Full List!

The nominees have been announced for the 2024 Stage Debut Awards, which celebrate the finest emerging talent in UK theatre. Check out the full list of nominees here!
OTHELLO Directed By Sinéad Rushe Will Be Released Online For Streaming

Following its successful run at Riverside Studios last autumn, Sinéad Rushe's polyphonic production of Othello will be available to stream exclusively on Original Online this September.
Matthew Kelly and Julie Legrand Join Theatre Royal Windsor's FILUMENA

Matthew Kelly and Julie Legrand will join the previously announced Felicity Kendal in the Bill Kenwright Ltd/Theatre Royal Windsor production of Filumena directed by Sean Mathias. 
Show of the Month: Save Up to 43% on Tickets to KISS ME, KATE at the Barbican Theatre

Save up to 43% on tickets to Kiss Me, Kate at the Barbican Theatre. Tickets are available from £22.50.

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