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National Youth Theatre Reveals Lineup For Rep Season, What Lies Above and Storyfest
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2024

This summer will see the inaugural StoryFest held at the National Youth Theatre’s RIBA award-winning headquarters in North London. A month-long festival that demonstrates the NYT’s commitment to championing new work from emerging talent, many of whom are alumni of the NYT themselves. 

Review: TREASON THE MUSICAL, Alexandra Palace
by Mica Blackwell - Nov 10, 2023

Since its five-track EP was released in 2020, much hype has surrounded new musical British Treason. Spawning concert versions at Cadogan Hall and the Theatre Royal Drury Lane starring West End heavyweights including Hadley Fraser, Rosalie Craig, Carrie Hope Fletcher and Bradley Jaden, Treason’s first fully staged touring production now stops at the Alexandra Palace.

Photos: First Look at The World Premiere TREASON THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2023

A historic tale of division, religious persecution, and brutality, ending in an ambitious yet fateful plot to bring down both the monarchy and the government, Treason the Musical is set to blow you away with stunning original folk and pop songs. This one-of-a-kind show tells one of the most intriguing tales in Britain’s history as it’s never been seen before. See photos from the production.

Performances of TREASON at The Orchard Theatre, Dartford Cancelled; Performances Added at the London Palladium
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2023

All performances of Treason due to take place at The Orchard Theatre, Dartford, from the 21st – 25th November have been cancelled. The world premiere tour of Treason will now be seeing out its final performances at the London Palladium, performing for two nights on the 21 and 22 November.

TREASON THE MUSICAL Will Release a Concert Album Ahead of Global Premiere in October
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2023

Treason the Musical will ignite this year with an album, recorded from last year's Theatre Royal Drury Lane concert, and finish with a 'bang' in October with the global premiere of the fully staged production of Treason.

National Youth Theatre Announces UP ALL NIGHT An All Night Takeover At The Duke Of York's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2023

Join National Youth Theatre and some of Britain's leading voices for a world-first all-night West End youth takeover at the iconic Duke of York's Theatre on 10 February 2023. 

Dawn Butler MP and Rachna Sundaram Join National Youth Theatre Board Of Trustees
by Stephi Wild - Nov 28, 2022

National Youth Theatre will welcome Dawn Butler MP and Accenture's Rachna Sundaram to the charity's Board of Trustees. 

Review: TREASON â€" THE MUSICAL IN CONCERT, Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Debbie Gilpin - Aug 24, 2022

The story of the Gunpowder Plot still resonates 400 years on, whether you’re a Catholic trying to navigate certain aspects of life in the UK, or if you consider the ever-present religious intolerance of various kind.

Photos: TREASON THE MUSICAL IN CONCERT Premieres at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2022

Treason is the explosive new musical about the gunpowder plot featuring stunning music by Ricky Allan, and book and lyrics by Ricky Allan and Kieran Lynn.The musical had its live stage debut at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 22 August, and added an additional performance on 23 August due to popular demand. Check out photos here!

Sir Trevor McDonald Joins CHESS and Joel Harper-Jackson Leads KINKY BOOTS in Theatre Royal Drury Lane Concert Productions
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2022

There is less than a week to go before the three-part concert series presented at Theatre Royal Drury Lane kicks off, starting with Chess the Musical in Concert on Monday 1 August.

Traverse Announces First Stages Festival 2022
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2022

The Traverse today announces the Spring 2022 edition of its First Stages Festival, a celebration of storytelling and creativity, with skills development opportunities for creatives at any stage of their career. With all workshops and interactive events being delivered digitally, we invite those keen to explore their creativity to attend from anywhere around the world. 

Liberty UK Festival Pops Into Town To Celebrate Halton
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2021

Liberty UK Festival joins the Celebrate Halton programme for a weekend of exciting family-friendly activities on 18 and 19 September. Taking place outdoors across Runcorn and Widnes, this unique festival weekend will be part of Halton's year as Borough of Culture and is free for all to attend.

BWW Review: THE SONG PROJECT, Royal Court
by Bella Bevan - Aug 21, 2021

The Royal Court hosts something different from their usual line up with this musical  theatre/cabaret/concert hybrid titled The Song Project, led by celebrated Dutch singer  Wende.

Positive Stories For Negative Times Season Two Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2021

Positive Stories for Negative Times created by Wonder Fools in association with Traverse Theatre is back with an incredible lineup of the UK's most exciting voices.

TREASON THE MUSICAL Starring Lucie Jones, Oliver Tompsett and More Returns for Encore Screening
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2021

For a special encore streamed performance, the online concert of Treason The Musical will now be available on-demand for a limited time from 26-28 March 2021, enabling a wider international audience across different time zones to be a part of this bold new musical’s journey to life.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: March 13-14- with Emily Skinner, Eric Jordan Young and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 13, 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 13-14, 2021.

Virtual Theatre Today: Friday, March 12- with Women's Day on Broadway, a Liza Minnelli Celebration, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 12, 2021

Today (March 12) in live streaming: Broadway celebrates Liza Minnelli, Women of Broadway unite, and more!

Lucie Jones, Oliver Tompsett, Daniel Boys & More to Star in World Premiere Concert Screening of TREASON THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2021

Casting has been confirmed for the online concert streaming of Treason, the exciting new musical drama based on the notorious gunpowder plot of 1605. The world premiere of this exclusive musical concert will be performed by a selection of some of the West End's most gifted performers including Lucie Jones (Legally Blonde, Waitress), and more!

Guildhall School Of Music & Drama Installs Technology For Digital Autumn Events Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2020

Guildhall School has made a significant investment in its streaming and broadcast capabilities over recent years. As a result of the challenges posed on performers by COVID-19, the School has now invested in new NDI video and Dante Audio Networks which enable low-latency collaboration between spaces in the School.

HighTide's Lighthouse Programme Has Supported Over 150 Artists In Lockdown
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2020

In these uncertain times, HighTide, as an artist-led National Portfolio organisation, are committed to supporting artists and have already engaged with over 150 artists through their Lighthouse Programme.