Edgar Wallace

New Book MURDER IN THE WEST END: THE PLAYS OF AGATHA CHRISTIE AND HER DISCIPLES Released
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2024

Amnon Kabatchnik's new book, 'Murder in the West End: The Plays of Agatha Christie and Her Disciples,' explores the works of Agatha Christie and her followers. Now available in hardcover and trade paper.

Read Tony Winner Jack Thorne's New Introduction to KING KONG!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 18, 2018

Jack Thorne, the Tony Award-winning book writer of the new Broadway musical, has written the Introduction to a new edition of the Edgar Wallace and Merian C. Cooper novella of King Kong, which has just been released to coincide with the opening of the Broadway musical. Read his full introduction below!

John Partridge Leads New Cast Of Edgar Wallace's THE CASE OF THE FRIGHTENED LADY
by Julie Musbach - Jul 2, 2018

Following the success of its premiere in January 2018, a brand new cast has been announced for the autumn tour of The Classic Thriller Company's The Case Of The Frightened Lady by Edgar Wallace, led by the talented stage and TV star, John Partridge.

THE CASE OF THE FRIGHTENED LADY Brings A Glittering Cast To Coventry
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2018

Bill Kenwright's Classic Thriller Theatre Company present Edgar Wallace's murder mystery at the Belgrade Theatre

Oliver Phelps and Deborah Grant Join the Cast of THE CASE OF THE FRIGHTENED LADY
by Julie Musbach - Mar 21, 2018

Continuing a successful UK-wide tour throughout 2018, Oliver Phelps and Deborah Grant will join the cast of The Classic Thriller Theatre Company's The Case of the Frightened Lady. Film star Oliver Phelps will make his stage debut, having played the character of George Weasley in one of the most successful film franchises of all time, Harry Potter. He is joined by TV's Deborah Grant, who amongst her many roles has starred in the BBC's Not Going Out and Bergerac.

BWW Interview: Rula Lenska Talks THE CASE OF THE FRIGHTENED LADY
by Cindy Marcolina - Feb 22, 2018

Actress Rula Lenska is on the road with The Case of the Frightened Lady. After a brutal murder at Mark's Priory, home to the great Lebanon family, Inspector Tanner finds out that nothing is what it seems inside the house.

Photo Flash: First Look at the UK Tour of THE CASE OF THE FRIGHTENED LADY
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2018

Following the phenomenal success of The Agatha Christie Theatre Company, which sold approximately two million tickets over a decade of first class productions, comes a new chapter from Bill Kenwright's Classic Thriller Theatre Company.

Star Casting Announced For Edgar Wallace's THE CASE OF THE FRIGHTENED LADY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2017

Following the phenomenal success of The Agatha Christie Theatre Company, which sold approximately two million tickets over a decade of first class productions, comes a new chapter from Bill Kenwright's Classic Thriller Theatre Company.

Marsha Norman Departs KING KONG Musical Creative Team
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 27, 2016

The much-anticipated musical version of KING KONG has lost a member of its creative team, according to the New York Times. Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winner Marsha Norman is no longer attached to the project.

Robert Creighton, Marc Kudisch, Lora Lee Gayer and More Take on KING KONG in NYC Workshop
by Jessica Khan - Feb 20, 2016

KING KONG is one giant stomp closer to conquering New York City. BroadwayWorld is excited to report that an industry reading of the new musical took place today, February 19, at Baryshnikov Arts Center, starring Robert Creighton (Benny), Lora Lee Gayer (Ann Darrow), Marc Kudisch (Carl Denham) and Euan Morton (Jack Driscoll). And to add to the excitement, Tony nominee Joshua Bergasse has also joined the production as choreographer.

Breaking News: Jason Robert Brown Joins Creative Team for Broadway-Bound KING KONG; NYC Reading Set for October
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 17, 2015

Now BroadwayWorld has just learned that a  developmental reading of the new musical will take place this October in New York City. Directed by Tony Award-nominee Eric D. Shaeffer, this version features a book and lyrics by Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winner Marsha Norman and a score by Marius De Vries and Tony Award-winner Jason Robert Brown.  Produced by Carmen Pavlovic and Roy Furman, a production schedule for KING KONG will be announced at a later date.

John Rando Backs Out of Broadway-Bound KING KONG Musical
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 5, 2014

KING KONG, which ran in Australia last year has long been rumored for a trip overseas to Broadway. As previously reported, following a successful run in Melbourne, the producers of KING KONG were planning to bring the mega-musical to Broadway in December 2014.

John Rando in Talks to Direct KING KONG on Broadway; Marsha Norman Joins Creative Team
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 6, 2014

KING KONG, which ran in Australia last year has long been rumored for a trip overseas to Broadway. As previously reported, following a successful run in Melbourne, the producers of KING KONG were planning to bring the mega-musical to Broadway in December 2014. Due to the 'huge scale of the production' and to allow the creative team necessary time to implement changes, the producers decided 'to not rush in before the end of the year.' Now according to the New York Times, the show is eyeing John Rando to direct the Broadway version. Additionally, Marsha Norman was recently brought on board as the musical's new book writer. A development timeline has not yet been announced.

Mega-Musical KING KONG Delays Broadway Run
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 6, 2014

As previously reported, following a successful run in Melbourne, the producers of KING KONG were planning to bring the mega-musical to Broadway in December 2014. Due to the 'huge scale of the production' and to allow the creative team necessary time to implement changes, the producers have decided 'to not rush in before the end of the year.'

KING KONG Producer Confirms Mega-Musical Will Open at Broadway's Foxwoods Theatre in December 2014
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 28, 2014

Since it premiered in Melbourne last year, running on a budget of $30 million, producers have been eyeing KONG's Broadway debut - only saying that they were aiming for the 2014-15 season.

Australian KING KONG Musical Scouts Broadway Home, Hopes to Open in Next Two Years!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2013

According to The Age, the creators of the new Australian musical KING KONG are searching for a theater on Broadway. Global Creatures' producer Bill Harris, technical director Richard Martin and production designer Peter England are vetting theaters this week. The team is looking to launch KING KONG in the United States within the next two years.

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes - Men of KING KONG's Photo Shoot with DNA Magazine
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 20, 2013

There are 35 male aerialists, circus performers, puppeteers, actors, singers and dancers in KING KONG's massive cast of 51 - and now, audiences can see a whole lot more of them in DNA Magazine's issue #166 (on sale worldwide 24 October 2013). Check out a behind the scenes video of the shoot below!

STAGE TUBE: KING KONG's Esther Hannaford Performs 'A Simple Prayer'
by Stage Tube - Jul 31, 2013

Esther Hannaford, who plays Ann Darrow in Australia's musical spectacular KING KONG, performed one of the original songs from the show on Australian TV on Monday. 'A Simple Prayer' has not been seen outside the show before. Get a first listen below!

MEGA STAGE TUBE: Meet the Cast & Creative Team of KING KONG!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 22, 2013

The new stage musical KING KONG recently opened at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. The production, which was originally slated to run through July 28, has extended again through October 6. In the videos below, go behind the scenes of the new musical and meet the cast and creative team!

KING KONG Extends Through October 6 in Melbourne
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 8, 2013

The new stage musical KING KONG recently opened at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. The production, which was originally slated to run through July 28, has extended again through October 6. For tickets, visit http://www.ticketmaster.com.au