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FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Will Open at the Barbican This Summer, Followed by UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

Following a triumphant sold-out season at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre last year, Fiddler on the Roof will transfer to London’s Barbican Theatre this summer, followed by a major UK and Ireland tour.

Trafalgar Theatres Will Operate Eastbourne Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024

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. 

Improvement Work Starts At Southend's Cliffs Pavilion
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 24, 2024

Construction work has started this week on the extension, renovation, and improvement of Southend-on-Sea's iconic seafront venue, the Cliffs Pavilion.  The venue will remain open throughout the works which are expected to be completed in 2025.

Additional Cast Members Join THE DUCHESS (OF MALFI) Starring Jodie Whittaker
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2024

Further casting has been revealed for Zinnie Harris’ acclaimed production of The Duchess (Of Malfi). Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Extends UK Tour and Reveals New Casting
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2024

Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical the Rocky Horror Show has announced a three-month extension – adding additional dates from February – May 2025 - and further casting for the 2024/25 major UK Tour.

Graham McKnight Appointed as New Theatre Director For Crewe Lyceum
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2024

Crewe's Lyceum Theatre - part of the international live entertainment business, Trafalgar Entertainment - has announced the appointment of Graham McKnight to the position of Theatre Director.

Further Casting Set For KISS ME, KATE Starring Stephanie J. Block
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024

Further casting has been announced for one of the all-time classic musical comedies, KISS ME, KATE,  which is making a long awaited return to the London stage this summer for a strictly limited 15-week run from 4th June until 14th September at the Barbican Theatre.

Dame Rosemary Squire And Sir Howard Panter Receive Freedom Of The City Of London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024

The City of London Corporation has announced that theatre entrepreneurs Dame Rosemary Squire and Sir Howard Panter have received the Freedom of the City of London, in recognition of their contribution to theatre and the cultural life of London.

Charlie Stemp and Georgina Onuorah Join the Cast of KISS ME, KATE at the Barbican Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2024

Olivier nominee Charlie Stemp (Crazy For You, Mary Poppins) and rising star Georgina Onuorah (The Wizard of Oz, Oklahoma!) are set to captivate audiences this summer as they co-star in the much-loved quintessential Cole Porter musical comedy KISS ME, KATE.

Adrian Dunbar to Star with Stephanie J. Block in KISS ME, KATE in London
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 17, 2024

One of the all-time classic musical comedy farces, Kiss Me, Kate is making a long awaited return to the London stage this summer for a strictly limited 15-week season at the Barbican Theatre, starring the multi-award-winning Adrian Dunbar and Tony Award winner Stephanie J. Block.

Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR al TEATRO OLIMPICO
by Ettore Farrattini - Nov 20, 2023

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Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOUR
by Ettore Farrattini - Nov 7, 2023

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOUR

JERSEY BOYS to Close in the West End After Three Years
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 16, 2023

The original Grammy, Tony and Olivier award-winning smash-hit musical, Jersey Boys, will close at the Trafalgar Theatre on 4 January 2024 after three hugely successful years in London’s West End.

Joe McFadden Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Tour in Glasgow as 'The Narrator'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2023

Glasgow born actor and winner of Strictly Come Dancing Joe McFadden will join the tour of the legendary, classic smash hit musical The Rocky Horror Show for a limited run in his beloved hometown of Glasgow. Learn more about where to catch the show here!

Barbican Centre and Trafalgar Entertainment Launch Three-Year Collaboration to Stage and Develop New Productions
by Stephi Wild - Aug 17, 2023

The Barbican Centre and international live entertainment business Trafalgar Entertainment have announced a new theatrical partnership covering the period 2024 - 2026. Together they will present first class, large-scale productions in the 1,200 seat Barbican Theatre over the next three summers, featuring major international talent. 

Trafalgar Entertainment and Imagine Theatre Join Forces
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2023

Leading global live entertainment company – Trafalgar Entertainment (TE) – has announced details of a majority strategic investment in one of the UK's biggest pantomime providers, Imagine Theatre.

JERSEY BOYS Celebrates 18 Years and Reveals New Cast Members
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2023

The original Grammy, Tony and Olivier award-winning smash-hit musical, Jersey Boys, celebrates its 18th birthday after opening on Broadway in 2005. Plus, find out who's joining the cast!

National Theatre Will Present Roald Dahl's THE WITCHES From Dave Malloy and More
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2023

The National Theatre has announced two new productions, Roald Dahl's The Witches, in a co-production with the Roald Dahl Story Company, and The Effect, in association with The Jamie Lloyd Company.

PBS Great Performances Sets 'Broadway's Best' Lineup With Sutton Foster, Sara Bareilles, Chita Rivera & More
by Michael Major - Apr 14, 2023

In celebration of Great Performances’ 50th anniversary season, the series raises the curtain on a starry “Broadway’s Best” schedule of programs featuring dazzling musical numbers and high drama. The lineup kicks off with a star-studded concert celebrating Broadway during the series’ 50 years on PBS spanning from the early 1970s to the present day.

Helen George Will Lead THE KING AND I in the West End Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023

The smash-hit musical sensation The King & I is set to return to London’s West End next year starring Call The Midwife’s Helen George as Anna Leonowens following its current sold out UK tour.