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Wilson is a British conductor, arranger and musicologist, who conducts orchestras and operas, as well as big band jazz. He is the creator of the John Wilson Orchestra and Associate Guest Conductor of the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra.

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Laura Benanti and Julian Ovenden Join Studio Cast Recording of JO - THE LITTLE WOMEN Photo
Laura Benanti and Julian Ovenden Join Studio Cast Recording of JO - THE LITTLE WOMEN MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024

 Laura Benanti will play Marmee March and Julian Ovenden will play Father in a new musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s iconic coming-of-age novel Little Women. Learn more here!
John Wilson and Sinfonia of London Will Perform Rodgers & Hammerstein on UK Tour Photo
John Wilson and Sinfonia of London Will Perform Rodgers & Hammerstein on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2024

John Wilson and Sinfonia of London will bring the timeless music of Rodgers & Hammerstein to life in a spectacular concert tour across the UK in June 2025. This unforgettable evening will feature beloved songs from some of the greatest musicals of all time.
Review: SPIES ARE FOREVER: THE WEST END CONCERT, Gillian Lynne Theatre Photo
Review: SPIES ARE FOREVER: THE WEST END CONCERT, Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Sep 6, 2024

As a celebration of the 10th anniversary of Tin Can Bros, the group finally brought one of their most popular shows, Spies Are Forver, to London in a new format with a new cast. Spies Are Forever: The West End Concert, a one-night-only performance, took place on 3 September at the Gillian Lynne Theatre.
Broadway Streaming Guide: September 2024 - Where to Watch AGATHA ALL ALONG & More Photo
Broadway Streaming Guide: September 2024 - Where to Watch AGATHA ALL ALONG & More
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 30, 2024

This September, ring in the chilly months with debuts of new shows and returning favorites! Celebrate the beginning of spooky season with Agatha All Along, the musical follow-up to WandaVision starring Patti LuPone or revisit film adaptations of Broadway shows like In the Heights and Doubt.
MOVING PICTURES: SONGS FROM THE SCREEN to Debut at The Triad Theater Photo
MOVING PICTURES: SONGS FROM THE SCREEN to Debut at The Triad Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2024

MOVING PICTURES: SONGS FROM THE SCREEN will debut at The Triad Theater. The event will showcase a variety of musical numbers that have defined cinematic history. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set For SPIES ARE FOREVER IN CONCERT at the Gillian Lynne Theatre Photo
Full Cast Set For SPIES ARE FOREVER IN CONCERT at the Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2024

For one night only, Tin Can Bros bring their sensational comedy musical, Spies Are Forever in Concert to the Gillian Lynne Theatre in London on Tuesday 3 September.
Review: BBC PROMS: PROM 21: THE SINFONIA OF LONDON AND JOHN WILSON Photo
Review: BBC PROMS: PROM 21: THE SINFONIA OF LONDON AND JOHN WILSON
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Aug 5, 2024

John Wilson and the Sinfonia of London have rightly earned a reputation for holding audiences rapt with their vivid realisations of music. Last night, you could have heard a pin drop in the majestic Royal Albert Hall, as they returned to The Proms for a victorious fourth consecutive appearance, celebrating American classics.
Sierra Boggess, Nathaniel Hackmann & More Featured on New CAROUSEL Cast Recording Photo
Sierra Boggess, Nathaniel Hackmann & More Featured on New CAROUSEL Cast Recording
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 19, 2024

A new Carousel Studio Cast recording is on the way! Recorded in April 2023 with the Sinfonia of London (conducted by John Wilson). We have all the details on the new album here!
Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Make of The Stage Adapatation of Naoshi Arakawa' Photo
Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Make of The Stage Adapatation of Naoshi Arakawa's YOUR LIE IN APRIL?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 8, 2024

After a record-breaking sell-out concert launch at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Your Lie in April is now open at the Harold Pinter Theatre for 12 weeks only.
Review: YOUR LIE IN APRIL, Harold Pinter Theatre Photo
Review: YOUR LIE IN APRIL, Harold Pinter Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Jul 7, 2024

A show that could go very wrong gets everything right
Frank Wildhorn's YOUR LIE IN APRIL to Open on the Same Night in the West End & Korea Photo
Frank Wildhorn's YOUR LIE IN APRIL to Open on the Same Night in the West End & Korea
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2024

Frank Wildhorn will tonight (Friday 28 June) make West End history with the first preview performance of Your Lie in April, as the first manga-inspired musical to get a West End season and the first 100% all-Asian cast British musical. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Classical Music Lineup Set For The Glasshouse in 2024/25 Photo
Classical Music Lineup Set For The Glasshouse in 2024/25
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2024

A new season of concerts by Royal Northern Sinfonia, a brilliant line-up of visiting artists, orchestras and ensembles, and a large-scale opportunity for singers and musicians from across the North East are set to fill The Glasshouse International Centre for Music with fantastically talented musicians and a huge array of music as the venue marks its 20th anniversary.
BWW Q&A: Mikaela Bennett on BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTERS with Ramin Karimloo & Mikaela Benne Photo
BWW Q&A: Mikaela Bennett on BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTERS with Ramin Karimloo & Mikaela Bennett at Toronto Symphony Orchestra
by Joshua Wright - Jun 17, 2024

Mikaela Bennett is a celebrated singer and actress who is garnering praise for her artistic versatility on stage and in concert halls across the globe and is a recent recipient of the Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists.
Full Cast Set For YOUR LIE IN APRIL Musical Photo
Full Cast Set For YOUR LIE IN APRIL Musical
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2024

The full cast has been announced for Your Lie in April’s fully staged 12-week West End premiere. Learn more about who is starring here!
Lead Cast Set For YOUR LIE IN APRIL West End Run Photo
Lead Cast Set For YOUR LIE IN APRIL West End Run
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024

The lead actors have been revealed for Your Lie in April's fully staged 12-week West End premiere ahead of rehearsals starting next week.  
Inkwell Singers Bring BROADWAY BABIES: Our Favorite Showtunes to The Triad in June
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2024

INKWELL SINGERS will debut their new show BROADWAY BABIES: Our Favorite Showtunes on June 6th and June 8th, 2024, at 7:00pm at The Triad Theater.
Photos: Inside the BAD REPUTATION: art by HOLLIS VIP Event At The Eighth Room Photo
Photos: Inside the BAD REPUTATION: art by HOLLIS VIP Event At The Eighth Room
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2024

The Eighth Room hosted an exclusive, one-night only event to showcase the BAD REPUTATION: art by HOLLIS exhibit to raise funds for MusiCares Nashville. See photos from the event.
Emma Kingston Brings MY LOVE LETTER TO NY to 54 Below in June Photo
Emma Kingston Brings MY LOVE LETTER TO NY to 54 Below in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024

54 Below will present West End’s Leading Lady Emma Kingston in My Love Letter to NY on Sunday, June 9 2024.
Review: YOUR LIE IN APRIL â€" THE MUSICAL IN CONCERT, Theatre Royal Drury Lane Photo
Review: YOUR LIE IN APRIL â€" THE MUSICAL IN CONCERT, Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Cindy Marcolina - Apr 9, 2024

If Your Lie in April follows the same patterns as Death Note, it won’t be the last time we hear of this iteration. It would be absolutely wonderful to see both of them completely realised as full production at last. The demand is there and the West End should take note.
Michael Tilson Thomas Appointed Distinguished Professor Of Music At The San Francisco Photo
Michael Tilson Thomas Appointed Distinguished Professor Of Music At The San Francisco Conservatory Of Music
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024

The San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM) has named conductor and composer Michael Tilson Thomas (MTT) as the institution's Distinguished Professor of Music. To celebrate MTT’s artistic achievements in the year of his 80th birthday, SFCM's allied record label PENTATONE will release a box set collection of 18 MTT compositions in the fall of 2024. 
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