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101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL Will Transfer to London's Eventim Apollo
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2024

101 Dalmatians The Musical will transfer to the Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith for a limited six week run following its successful UK tour. Learn more about the upcoming run here!

Video: Kerry Ellis Sings 'Animal Lover' From 101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2024

Watch a newly released video of Kerry Ellis singing ‘Animal Lover’ from 101 Dalmatians The Musical ahead of her stepping into the role of Cruella De Vil in Oxford and Brighton this festive season.

101 DALMATIONS Comes To Milton Keynes Theatre This October
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2024

Milton Keynes Theatre has announced the upcoming production of 101 DALMATIANS.

Review: SHREK THE MUSICAL, Eventim Apollo
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 30, 2024

Shrek the Musical, with book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori, has arrived in London. Directed by Samuel Holmes, this adaptation of the iconic 2001 movie stars Antony Lawrence as Shrek, a lonely ogre who ends up falling in love with the unusual Princess Fiona (Joanna Clifton).

Kerry Ellis Joins 101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL as 'Cruella de Vil' at Select Performances
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2024

West End Musical Theatre star Kerry Ellis will play Cruella de Vil at the New Theatre Oxford 3- 7 December and Brighton Theatre Royal 17 December 2024 – 5 January 2025, concluding the current UK and Ireland tour of 101 Dalmatians The Musical.

Little Angel Theatre Reveals Autumn/Winter 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 3, 2024

Little Angel Theatre has announced new commissions, revivals and the continuation of an ambitious touring programme of work for its Autumn 2024/25 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Photos: Kym Marsh and More in Rehearsal For 101 DALMATIONS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024

101 Dalmatians has released rehearsal photos featuring Kym Marsh as Cruella de Vil. Check out the photos here!

Full Cast Set For 101 DALMATIANS Musical UK & Ireland Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024

101 Dalmatians has released the full cast joining previously revealed Cruella de Vils Kym Marsh and Faye Tozer touring the UK and Ireland from June 2024. See the full cast and learn how to purchase tickets!

Faye Tozer Joins Select Dates of 101 DALMATIONS Tour as 'Cruella de Vil'
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024

Actor and pop icon Faye Tozer will be playing Cruella de Vil in Norwich, Canterbury, Leicester and Wolverhampton, joining the previously announced dates of fellow Cruella Kym Marsh, who opens the UK and Ireland tour in June. 

Kym Marsh Will Play 'Cruella de Vil' in 101 DALMATIONS UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024

Lead casting and creatives of a new musical version of Dodie Smith’s classic book 101 Dalmatians have been announced, ahead of a UK and Ireland tour launching at the New Wimbledon Theatre in June.

Photos/Video: First Look at SHREK THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2023

All new video footage and photos have been released for the UK touring production of Shrek The Musical which opened at Theatre Royal Plymouth on Friday 21 July.

Photos: First Look at PADDINGTON LO-COMMOTION at Blenheim Palace
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2023

This Summer, join PaddingtonTM in an immersive outdoor adventure staged across the beautiful grounds of Blenheim Palace! See photos from the production!

Little Angel Theatre Reveals its Autumn/Winter Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2023

Little Angel Theatre has announced its Autumn /Winter Season which includes a major new adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book reuniting adaptors Barb Jungr and Samantha Lane (who also directs) following their celebrated collaboration on the Olivier-nominated The Smartest Giant in Town, also written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler.

Immersive PADDINGTON LO-COMMOTION Comes to Blenheim Palace This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2023

This Summer, join PaddingtonTM in an immersive outdoor adventure staged across the beautiful grounds of Blenheim Palace! PADDINGTON LO-COMMOTION is the perfect day out for families who love to immerse themselves in live performance, puppetry, and outdoor adventure.

Cherece Richards and More Join the UK and Ireland Tour of SHREK THE MUSICAL; Full Cast Revealed!
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2023

The full cast line up for Shrek The Musical has been announced. Rising star Cherece Richards (Once on This Island, Regent's Park Theatre) will make her debut in a principal role as the Dragon.

Mercury Theatre Announces SLEEPING BEAUTY as 2023 Pantomime
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2023

After two years of record-breaking sales, Mercury Theatre today announce their new pantomime for Christmas 2023, Sleeping Beauty, which is now on sale.  The production will star pantomime royalty and Mercury Theatre regulars Antony Stuart-Hicks and Dale Superville.

VIDEO: Little Angel Theatre Launches 'People Behind The Puppets'
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2021

A new interview will be released each week with Oliver Hymans, Alicia Britt and Jimmy Grimes next to be featured.

BWW Review: MR GUM AND THE DANCING BEAR - THE MUSICAL!, National Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Aug 1, 2019

The Dorfman stage at National Theatre transforms into Lamonic Bibber for the summer break. Mr Gum - a grumpy man who hates children and any kind of fun - traps Padlock the bear, Polly's new, unexpected friend and forces him to dance to entertain Gum's crowds of sailors and scallywags. Aided by her loyal friends, the nine-year-old embarks on a perilous journey to save Padlock and take him back to his home in the forest.

Photo Flash: First Look at MR. GUM AND THE DANCING BEAR at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2019

Who likes bears? Everyone likes bears! Well, not quite everyone…Mr Gum is a complete horror who hates children, animals and fun of any kind – so when a big bear called Padlock strolls into town, trouble can't be far off. Can nine-year-old Polly and her band of misfit friends help Padlock escape the villain's evil clutches, or will Mr Gum and his gruesome butcher sidekick prevail?

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal For MR. GUM AND THE DANCING BEAR At The National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2019

Who likes bears? Everyone likes bears! Well, not quite everyone…Mr Gum is a complete horror who hates children, animals and fun of any kind – so when a big bear called Padlock strolls into town, trouble can't be far off. Can nine-year-old Polly and her band of misfit friends help Padlock escape the villain's evil clutches, or will Mr Gum and his gruesome butcher sidekick prevail?