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FOR GOOD Musical Theatre Benefit Concert Will Celebrate The Life Of Lewis Sewell at the Actors' Church in Covent Garden
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023

For Good - A Musical Theatre Benefit Concert will be presented in aid of The Lewis Sewell Memorial Trust.

Listen: Ramin Karimloo, Michael Ball, Lea Salonga, and More Sing for MUSICALS: THE GREATEST SHOW on BBC Radio 2
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 4, 2021

Just last week, BBC Radio 2 and BBC One aired  Musicals: The Greatest Show- a celebration of the nation's favorite songs and performers from the world of musical theatre. Hosted on radio and television by multi-award winning performer Sheridan Smith, it put the songs, the shows, and the stars, back on stage at the world famous London Palladium. 

BBC Radio 2 and BBC One's MUSICALS: THE GREATEST SHOW Airs Tonight, Featuring Ramin Karimloo, Michael Ball, Lea Salonga, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2021

BBC Radio 2 and BBC One have announced a show direct from the West End, the US and beyond, featuring a glittering cast of UK and international stars performing songs from the musicals in Musicals: The Greatest Show.

Creatives Announced For Andrew Lloyd Webber CINDERELLA World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2019

Famed composer, Andrew Lloyd Webber, is hard at work on his new world premiere musical adaptation of Cinderella. 

Andrew Lloyd Webber Reveals Broadway Plans for His Modern CINDERELLA
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 16, 2019

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, a London workshop recently took place for Andrew Lloyd Webber's modern musical remake of Cinderella, which welcomed some of Broadway's most notable producers and theatre owners. Now the composer has revealed in an recent interview with Good Morning Britain that the musical will open on Broadway next year.

Cast Announced For BARE: A POP OPERA At The Vaults
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2019

The incredible Broadway and West End cast has been announced for the electric and provocative Bare: A Pop Opera at The Vaults, 21 June - 4 August.

Wake Up With BWW 5/20: 2019 Obie Awards Are Held Tonight, and More!
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2019

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Happy Monday!

Cast Revealed For Workshop of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Modern CINDERELLA Re-Telling
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2019

Casting has been revealed for the recent London workshop of Andrew Lloyd Webber's modern musical remake of Cinderella.

The Make A Difference Trust presents 14th Annual A WEST END CHRISTMAS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2017

The Make A Difference Trust is delighted to announce its 14th annual A West End Christmas which will take place at St Paul's Church Covent Garden on Sunday 3rd December at 7.30pm.

A West End Christmas Will Raise Money for Charity December 3
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2017

The Make A Difference Trust announces its 14th annual A West End Christmas which will take place at St Paul's Church Covent Garden on Sunday 3rd December at 7.30pm. The evening will be hosted by Christopher Biggins, who will be joined by the lovely Lesley Joseph.

New Booking Period Opens for MAMMA MIA! in London
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2016

The global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA! at London's Novello Theatre is now extending its booking period until 14 October 2017, taking the show through to its 19th playing year in London.

Linzi Hateley Returns as 'Donna' in West End's MAMMA MIA! - New Cast Announced!
by Christina Mancuso - Apr 20, 2016

Linzi Hateley returns to the role of Donna Sheridan in the global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA! at London's Novello Theatre from Monday 13 June 2016.  This is a role she has played twice before in London - from 2007-2009 and in 2010.  Her other recent theatre credits include the national tour of Barnum, London Road (National Theatre) and Les Miserables (Queen's Theatre).  Linzi also appeared in the film version of London Road.

West End's MAMMA MIA! Extends Booking, Through Oct. 22
by Christina Mancuso - Oct 19, 2015

The global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA! at London's Novello Theatre is now extending its booking perioduntil 22 October 2016, taking the show through to its 18th playing year in London.

Photo Flash: First Look at New Cast of West End's MAMMA MIA!
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 26, 2015

On Monday 8 June, there were major cast changes for MAMMA MIA! in London. Mazz Murray joined the cast as Tanya, Jo Napthine as Rosie, Gabriella Williams as Sophie Sheridan and James Darch as Sky. Also joining the cast from 8 June were Louise Young as Ali, Stephanie Fearon as Lisa, Dan Partridge as Pepper and Rory Phelan as Eddie. Dianne Pilkington continues to star as Donna Sheridan, with Richard Trinder as Sam, Alasdair Harvey as Harry and Charles Daish as Bill. At certain performances, the role of Donna Sheridan is played by Shona White. Check out a look at the new cast below!

West End's MAMMA MIA! Announces 'Major' Cast Additions, Including Mazz Murray
by Matt Smith - May 6, 2015

There will be major cast changes for MAMMA MIA! in London from Monday 8 June.  Mazz Murray will be joining the cast as Tanya, Jo Napthine as Rosie, Gabriella Williams as Sophie Sheridan and James Darch as Sky.  Also joining the cast from 8 June will be Louise Young as Ali, Stephanie Fearon as Lisa, Dan Partridge as Pepper and Rory Phelan as Eddie.  Dianne Pilkington will continue to star as Donna Sheridan, with Richard Trinder as Sam, Alasdair Harvey as Harry and Charles Daish as Bill.  At certain performances, the role of Donna Sheridan will be played by Shona White.

Mazz Murray Joins MAMMA MIA! As Tanya From June 2015!
by Carrie Dunn - May 6, 2015

There will be major cast changes for MAMMA MIA! in London from Monday 8 June.  Mazz Murray will be joining the cast as Tanya, Jo Napthine as Rosie, Gabriella Williams as Sophie Sheridan and James Darch as Sky.  Also joining the cast from 8 June will be Louise Young as Ali, Stephanie Fearon as Lisa, Dan Partridge as Pepper and Rory Phelan as Eddie.  Dianne Pilkington will continue to star as Donna Sheridan, with Richard Trinder as Sam, Alasdair Harvey as Harry and Charles Daish as Bill.  At certain performances, the role of Donna Sheridan will be played by Shona White.

Gemma Arterton and More Star in MADE IN DAGENHAM, Opening Tonight in the West End
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2014

Made in Dagenham, the heartwarming new musical, will open at the Adelphi Theatre tonight 5 November. This stage adaptation of the hit British film has a book by Richard Bean, music by David Arnold and lyrics by Richard Thomas. The production is currently in previews, and BroadwayWorld has a look at the cast in action below!

Photo Coverage: First Look at Gemma Arterton and More in West End's MADE IN DAGENHAM
by Roy Tan - Oct 31, 2014

Made in Dagenham, the heartwarming new musical, will open at the Adelphi Theatre on Wednesday 5 November. This stage adaptation of the hit British film has a book by Richard Bean, music by David Arnold and lyrics by Richard Thomas. The production is currently in previews, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Upcoming West End Musical MADE IN DAGENHAM Tickets Now on Sale at Discounted Price
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 6, 2014

Tickets for new West End musical, Made in Dagenham, are now on sale at an early-bird discount of £15, and can be booked here. Stage Entertainment, Glass Half Full Productions and Just for Laughs Theatricals presents Made in Dagenham, which will open at the Adelphi Theatre on Wednesday 5 November, with previews from Thursday 9 October.

Isla Blair & David Cardy to Join Gemma Arterton in New Musical MADE IN DAGENHAM
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 1, 2014

Renowned stage and screen actors ISLA BLAIR and DAVID CARDY will complete the cast of MADE IN DAGENHAM, the heartwarming new musical that will open at the Adelphi Theatre on Wednesday 5 November, with previews from Thursday 9 October. Isla andDavid will play Connie and Monty respectively, in the musical stage adaptation of the hit British film, which has a book by RICHARD BEAN, music by DAVID ARNOLD and lyrics by RICHARD THOMAS.