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SLEEPING BEAUTY Panto Comes to St Helens This October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2024

Sleeping Beauty is enchanting October half term entertainment. Follow the story of Princess Aurora who is cursed by the evil fairy Carabosse, pricks her finger on a spinning wheel and is doomed to sleep for a hundred years - unless a handsome prince arrives to break the spell.
Plans Approved For £15m The Sir Ken Dodd Happiness Centre in Liverpool
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2024

Plans have been approved for The Sir Ken Dodd Happiness Centre, designed to celebrate the life and career of Liverpool's most famous comedian. 
Lady Anne Dodd To Introduce A New Documentary On Ken Dodd At Darlington Hippodrome
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2024

Lady Anne Dodd introduces a new documentary on the life and work of Ken Dodd at Darlington Hippodrome, celebrating the legacy of the legendary comedian.
RITA, SUE, & BOB TOO! Will Embark on a 2025 UK Tour Starring Jake Quickenden
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2024

The smash hit stage version of cult classic comedy Rita, Sue & Bob Too! is set to embark on a new 10-week nationwide tour next spring. View the full tour schedule.
Shakespeare North Playhouse Announces Full Cast And Creative Team For TWELFTH NIGHT
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2024

TV legend Les Dennis stars as Malvolio in TWELFTH NIGHT at Shakespeare North Playhouse. Full cast and creative team announced for the run from 7 - 29 June.
Interview: 'It's Going to Feel Like A Festival in A Few Hours': Director Jimmy Fairhurst and Actor Les Dennis on TWELFTH NIGHT at Shakespeare North Playhouse
by Sarah OHara - Apr 5, 2024

Directed by Jimmy Fairhurst and starring Les Dennis as Malvolio, Not Too Tame return to the Shakespeare North Playhouse this summer, with an exciting new production of Twelfth Night.
Les Dennis Will Lead TWELFTH NIGHT at Shakespeare North Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2024

Not Too Tame and Shakespeare North Playhouse have announced their latest co-production, a rendition of William Shakespeare’s timeless comedy, ‘Twelfth Night’. Learn more about the show here!
22 Theater Books for Your Winter 2024 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 7, 2024

The weather outside might still be frightful for a while, but what better time to stay in and snuggle up with a great Broadway read? Check out our complete Winter 2024 reading list!
The Best Books for Theatre Lovers This Festive Season
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 5, 2023

As the festive season rushes towards us, BroadwayWorld gives you some suggestions for books for the theatre-lovers in your life. From conversations with women theatre directors, to special editions of Suzie Miller's Prima Facie to Judi Dench's exploration of Shakespeare, there really is something for every bookworm in your life.
Interview: Michael Coveney on THE FINAL CURTAIN: 'Describing Any of These Great Actors in an Obituary is Like Pinning Butterflies to Walls'
by Franco Milazzo - Aug 31, 2023

Death is not the end - at least, if there is a journalist on hand to tell the world of your deeds. Michael Coveney is best known for his work as a theatre critic at the Daily Mail, Financial Times, The Guardian and Observer alongside which he wrote a series of obituaries covering many of the most famous actors of the last century.
Shakespeare North Playhouse Celebrates its First Birthday
by Stephi Wild - Jul 11, 2023

Shakespeare North Playhouse, a world-class cultural landmark situated in the heart of Prescot, is celebrating its first birthday. 
Summer Lineup Revealed at Shakespeare North Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2023

Shakespeare North Playhouse has announced its lineup of performances, workshops and events for the upcoming 2023 Summer Season. 
THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS Comes to Shakespeare North Playhouse This Christmas Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2023

Shakespeare North Playhouse has announced that the beloved classic, The Wind in the Willows, will take centre stage as their highly anticipated Christmas show for 2023. Featuring live music and a talented company of actor-musicians, this delightful adaptation by Toby Hulse of Kenneth Grahame’s classic story is set to be the perfect Christmas treat for all ages.  
Steve Coogan Returns to Shakespeare North Playhouse in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2023

Picking up the baton from interviewing Frank Cottrell Boyce in February, Steve will be the next in line to be interviewed for Shakespeare North Playhouse’s ‘An Evening With’ events. Steve will chat about his incredible career, from the creation of his infamous character Alan Partridge to his production company Baby Cow. 
Casting Has Been Annouced For LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF, A Project Led By Ben Crystal For Shakespeare North Playhouse 
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2023

Casting has been announced for Lights On / Lights Off Project at Shakespeare North Playhouse. 
Shakespeare North Playhouse Celebrate Eurovision This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2023

Glitter, costumes and flags at the ready, The Eurovision Song Contest 2023 is here! 
SLEEPING BEAUTY Panto Comes to the Epstein Theatre This Easter
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2023

Step into an enchanted world of beautiful princesses, handsome princes and evil fairies at Liverpool's Epstein Theatre this Easter.
English Touring Theatre Announces MACBETH & More for 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2023

ETT (English Touring Theatre) has announced their new production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, and further programming for 2023.
St Helens Theatre Royal Presents SLEEPING BEAUTY Panto
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2022

Step into the world of handsome princes and evil fairies this October half-term when St Helens Theatre Royal presents the enchanting story of Sleeping Beauty.
Wolverhampton Panto Cast Announced for ALADDIN
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2022

Fresh from the West End production of Moulin Rouge The Musical, West End leading lady and singing sensation Zoe Birkett will play Spirit Of The Ring alongside EastEnders’ Beppe Di Marco, Michael Greco as Abanazar. Joining them is CBeebies favourite Ben Cajee in the title role of Aladdin, returning favourites Tam Ryan as Wishee Washee and Ian Adams as Widow Twankey, Duane Gooden as the Genie, Ian Billings as the Notary and introducing Wolverhampton’s own Sofie Anné as Princess Jasmine.

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