Jackie Burns Joins the Cast of BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024
Burlesque the Musical, the first ever stage adaptation of Steven Antin’s movie Burlesque, has announced final casting for the show. Broadway star Jackie Burns will play Tess, the role of the club owner made famous by Cher in the film.
Further Cast and Creative Team Set For BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024
Rehearsals for Burlesque the Musical, the first ever stage adaptation of Steven Antin’s crowd-pleasing movie Burlesque which starred Christina Aguilera have begun. Further cast and creative team have now been revealed.
Birmingham Hippodrome Pantomime Hits Record Attendance Figures
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2024
Birmingham Hippodrome has announced record attendance figures for this year’s pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk, with 120,000 people having seen the show during its six-week run in the city. The figures make Jack and the Beanstalkthe theatre’s best attended pantomime in over 20 years.
Full Cast Announced For ANNIE UK and Ireland Tour; Elaine C Smith, Jodie Prenger, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2023
Full casting has been announced for the forthcoming UK and Ireland tour of their smash hit production of the musical ANNIE opening at Curve, Leicester on Saturday 25 February 2023. Joining the previously announced Craig Revel Horwood and Paul O'Grady, will be Scottish BAFTA winner Elaine C Smith and Jodie Prenger, all starring as 'Miss Hannigan' at various venues.
Review: TOP HAT, The Mill at Sonning
by Mickey-Jo Boucher - Nov 28, 2022
West of London, the Mill at Sonning is hugged on either side by the Thames and neighbours George Clooney’s 17th century mansion. The venue, which provides all its audience members with a sumptuous buffet dinner before the evening’s entertainment, is currently hosting a toe-tapping revival of Top Hat, their 2021 Christmas show which has returned for more ovations.
Jonny Labey Will Star as Jerry Travers in TOP HAT at The Mill at Sonning
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2022
Following a summer season as young newly wed lawyer Paul in Neil Simon's classic comedy 'Barefoot on the Park', Jonny Labey ('Strictly Ballroom' in the West End, BBC 'EastEnders') will star as Jerry Travers in the return of their critically acclaimed 2021 tap-tastic production of 'Top Hat'.
BWW Review: TOP HAT, The Mill At Sonning
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 23, 2021
Made famous by the 1935 film featuring the legendary Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Top Hat is a nostalgic and light-hearted piece of escapism now playing at The Mill at Sonning.
The story follows Jerry Travers, a Broadway star in his prime, who travels to England and falls for the society beauty Dale Tremont. Dale is not initially taken with him, but with a little charm, Jerry gets his girl. However, it is less than plain sailing after Dale mistakes him for Jerry's own manager Horace Hardwick, who is married to her friend, and subsequent mayhem ensues.
Photos: First Look at TOP HAT At The Mill At Sonning
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2021
Jack Butterworth, who dazzled as Bobby van Husen in ‘The Boy Friend’ at The Menier Chocolate Factory will star as Jerry Travers in ‘Top Hat’, The Mill at Sonning’s now legendary annual Christmas musical.
Final Casting Announced For TOP HAT at The Mill At Sonning
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2021
This 2011 musical based on the 1935 film of the same name, tells the story of Broadway sensation Jerry Travers who dances his way across Europe to win the heart of society girl Dale Tremont. With an uplifting and entertaining script, this show celebrates 1930s song, style and romance. Underpinning every scene are Irving Berlin's magnificent songs including ;Puttin' on the Ritz', 'Cheek to Cheek', 'Isn't This A Lovely Day', and of course, 'Top Hat, White Tie & Tails'
WWE LIVE Returns To Australia
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2019
WWE LIVE will return to Australia with events on Monday, October 21 at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Tuesday, October 22 at Brisbane Entertainment Centre in Brisbane and Wednesday, October 23 at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, presented in partnership with TEG Dainty.
The Biggest WWE Live Event Ever Comes To The MCG
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2018
In partnership with TEG Dainty, WWE will return to Australia with WWE Super Show-Down, a historic event taking place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Saturday, October 6, 2018, featuring the largest roster of WWE Superstars and Legends ever to appear in the country.
Official: Lulu To Join Cast Of 42ND STREET as Dorothy Brock
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2018
Lulu returns to the West End after 30 years to join the cast of 42nd Street, the dazzling and romantic homage to the world of musical theatre in the iconic role of 'Dorothy Brock' in this five star production.