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[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production, 2024
Dr. Toby Sealey

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2021
Ike Turner

Ike

[West End]
Barbican Theatre Production, 2015
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Review Roundup: CORIOLANUS at The National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2024

See what the critics are saying about Coriolanus at the National Theatre. Read the reviews for the production, directed by National Theatre Associate Lyndsey Turner and starring David Oyelowo, and learn more about the show.
Photos: First Look At David Oyelowo And More In CORIOLANUS At The National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2024

The National Theatre has released production photos for Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, directed by National Theatre Associate Lyndsey Turner (Under Milk Wood, The Crucible) and featuring David Oyelowo (Selma, Lawmen: Bass Reeves) in the titular role, ahead of Press Night on Tuesday 24 September.
Video: ROSEMARY'S BABY Spin-Off APARTMENT 7A Receives Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 29, 2024

Paramount+ has released the trailer for Apartment 7A, the latest entry in the Rosemary's Baby franchise. The film, which serves as a prequel to the 1968 horror classic, will be released on the streamer on September 27, following its debut at Fantastic Fest Friday, September 20.
Photos: CORIOLANUS in Rehearsals at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2024

The National Theatre has released a first look from the rehearsal room of its upcoming production of Shakespeare’s Coriolanus. Check out the photos here!
Cast Set For The National Theatre's CORIOLANUS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024

The National Theatre has announced the full cast for its upcoming production of Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, directed by National Theatre Associate Lyndsey Turner (Under Milk Wood, The Crucible) and featuring David Oyelowo (Selma, Lawmen: Bass Reeves) in the titular role, as rehearsals begin on the South Bank.
Hugh Jackman and Emma Thompson Among Cast in THREE BAGS FULL: A SHEEP DETECTIVE MOVIE
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 7, 2024

Multiple outlets have reported that a new live-action comedy film from animation director Kyle Balda has built a star-studded cast that includes Tony Award-winning actor Hugh Jackman and Emma Thompson. The ensemble also includes Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau, Tosin Cole, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, Conleth Hill, and Mandeep Dhillon.
A TUPPERWARE OF ASHES, THE OTHER PLACE, and More Set For the National Theatre's Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024

The National Theatre has announced two new productions for its South Bank stages this autumn: the world premiere of Tanika Gupta’s A Tupperware of Ashes in the Dorfman theatre, and a new play by Alexander Zeldin inspired by Antigone called The Other Place in the Lyttelton theatre.
Review Roundup: THE EFFECT Opens At The Shed
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2024

The exclusive U.S. presentation of a new production of The Effect, the acclaimed play examining love and ethics by Lucy Prebble and directed by Jamie Lloyd opens tonight! Read the reviews!
THE EFFECT World Premiere Recording Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 8, 2024

Broadway Records has released music from The Effect (World Premiere Recording) digitally, featuring an immersive and cinematic, beat-driven score by Michael “Mikey J” Asante.
THE EFFECT to Begin Previews This Weekend at The Shed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2024

Previews begin on Sunday, March 3 for the exclusive U.S. presentation of a new production of The Effect. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Everything New On Max This March: What's Coming & Going
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2024

Discover the latest additions coming to Max this March. Stay updated on the newest releases and must-watch shows. Plus, find out what titles are leaving in March. Get ready to stream your favorites!
How to Watch WONKA at Home: When the Timothée Chalamet Movie Musical Begins Streaming on Max
by Michael Major - Feb 23, 2024

Experience the magic of WONKA as it begins streaming exclusively on Max. From Paul King, writer/director of the “Paddington” films, David Heyman, producer of “Harry Potter,” “Gravity,” “Barbie” and “Paddington,” the film stars Timothée Chalamet in the title role. Watch the video trailer now!
WONKA disponible para alquilar en plataformas
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Jan 22, 2024

Ya está disponible en plataformas como YouTube, Amazon Prime o Apple TV para compra o alquiler la película musical WONKA, que cuenta la historia de cómo Willy Wonka llegó a convertirse en el empresario chocolatero exitoso que pudimos ver en CHARLIE Y LA FÁBRICA DE CHOCOLATE.
Lucy Prebble's THE EFFECT Will Open at The Shed in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2023

An exclusive U.S. presentation of a new production of Lucy Prebble's The  Effect is coming to The Shed next year! Learn more about the play and find out how to get tickets here!
Review Roundup: Timothée Chalamet Leads WONKA Movie Musical Prequel; What Do Critics Think?
by Michael Major - Dec 4, 2023

Willy Wonka is back in the new musical prequel starring Timothée Chalamet. From Paul King, writer/director of the “Paddington” films, David Heyman and producers Alexandra Derbyshire and Luke Kelly (“Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical”), comes an intoxicating mix of magic and music. Find out what critics thought and read reviews now!
How to Stay in WONKA's 'Sweet Suites' in New York and Los Angeles
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2023

Digital travel leader Booking.com is celebrating the holiday season and the release of Warner Bros. Pictures’ Wonka by offering two pairs of candy-loving guests the chance to travel to a world of pure imagination by booking Wonka’s Sweet Suites in New York and Los Angeles, available exclusively on Booking.com.
Video: Hear Timothée Chalamet Sing 'Pure Imagination' in New WONKA Preview
by Michael Major - Nov 13, 2023

A new promo for Wonka has been released, featuring a first listen to Timothée Chalamet singing 'Pure Imagination.' While 'Pure Imagination' is from the original Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory film, Neil Hannon, Simon Farnaby and Paul King have written new songs for the film. Hear Chalamet sing the classic song in a new video!
Photos: Check Out New WONKA Posters With Timothee Chalamet, Natasha Rothwell & More
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2023

New character posters for the Wonka movie musical have been released! Check out the photos of Timothee Chalamet as Willy Wonka, Hugh Grant as the Oompa Loompa, Natasha Rothwell as Piper Benz, Calah Lane as Noodle, Rich Fulcher as Larry Chucklesworth, Rakhee Thakrar as Lottie Bell, as Jim Carter as Abacus Crunch.
Video: Watch a New WONKA Movie Musical Trailer Featuring Timothee Chalamet
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2023

Watch the new video trailer for the Wonka movie musical starring Timothee Chalamet! Based on the extraordinary character at the center of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the film also stars Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Mathew Baynton, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, and Oscar winner Olivia Colman.
Video: Watch Timothée Chalamet in the WONKA Movie Musical Trailer
by Michael Major - Jul 11, 2023

Based on the character at the center of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Timothée Chalamet introduce audiences to a young Willy Wonka. The trailer for the new movie musical also features Keegan-Michael Key, Calah Lane, Matt Lucas, Olivia Colman, Natasha Rothwell, and more. Watch Chalamet sing and dance in the new video trailer now!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Kobna Holdbrook-Smith been in?

Kobna Holdbrook-Smith has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Kobna Holdbrook-Smith been in?

Kobna Holdbrook-Smith has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.

What was Kobna Holdbrook-Smith's first West End show?

Kobna Holdbrook-Smith's first West End show was Hamlet which opened in 2015

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