LJ Parkinson

Review: COWBOIS, Royal Court Theatre

All in all, Cowbois isn’t a bad play. It’s a fun and gimmicky queer-affirming semi-comedy that makes for a good night out if you’re willing to close an eye here and there. It’s weird and long, but it means well.

Charlie Josephine's COWBOIS Will Transfer to London; Full Cast Revealed

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and Royal Court Theatre have announced the London transfer of Charlie Josephine's rollicking queer western Cowbois. 

Review: COWBOIS, Swan Theatre, Stratford-Upon-Avon

Cowbois might sound like a reboot of Sister Act but there is far more going under the satin bonnets. Gunslinger Jack Cannon (Vinnie Heaven) arrives in a small Wild West-era outpost, handsome by appearance, fearsome by reputation and with a bounty of 200 dollars on their head. The town is populated only by women and a drunken sheriff (Paul Hunter), their menfolk having been gone for over a year and presumed dead after a mine blast. 

Lyric Theatre Belfast, Sheffield Theatres, and More Nominated For 2023 UK Theatre Awards

The nominees for this year’s UK Theatre Awards have been announced. Among those with many nominees are Lyric Theatre Belfast, Sheffield Theatres, and more. Check out the full list of nominees here!

Cast Revealed For COWBOIS, A New Queer Cowboy Show For The RSC by Charlie Josephine

Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's forthcoming production of Charlie Josephine's new play, Cowbois. 

Chloé Nelkin Consulting Launches Personal Public Relations Department

Chloé Nelkin Consulting (CNC), a leading arts and culture comms agency, has launched a new personal PR department enhancing the work they already offer the performing arts industry.

Drag King Cabaret-Inspired Play MODEST Comes to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre

A drag king-cabaret-inspired play about Victorian superstar artist Elizabeth Thompson visits Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre next month.

Drag Artists Will Lead UK Tour of MODEST

The cast has been announced for Hull-based company Middle Child’s UK tour of Modest, starting at Hull Truck Theatre and heading across the UK, landing at Kiln Theatre, London in the summer.  Made in collaboration with Manchester-based artist-led company Milk Presents, Modest brings you Elizabeth Thompson, the megastar of the Victorian art scene, in a riotous, empowering new show starring the UK’s hottest drag king talent. 

Photos: First Look at CINDERELLA: THE AWESOME TRUTH at Polka Theatre

Production images of madcap musical adventure, Cinderella: the AWESOME truth have been released! Polka Theatre are bringing wonder to Wimbledon this winter, with the world premiere of this feel-good festive show with music and lyrics by the award-winning Felix Hagan.

Cast and Creatives Announced For Polka Theatre's Christmas Production, CINDERELLA: THE AWESOME TRUTH

Polka Theatre are bringing wonder to Wimbledon this winter, with the world premiere of madcap musical adventure Cinderella: the AWESOME truth. This feel-good festive show, with music and lyrics by the award-winning Felix Hagan (Operation Mincemeat, New Diorama Theatre), celebrates the power of friendship and self-worth.