Lesley Garrett

Bryn Terfel Will Bring BRYN'S CHRISTMAS to London and More
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2024

Welsh bass-baritone Bryn Terfel will be bringing his very special Christmas show, Bryn's Christmas, to London, Swansea, Manchester and Bristol for four dates only, from 16 to 20 December.  He will be joined by special guest soprano Pumeza Matshikiza and the Welsh National Opera Orchestra, conducted by Paul Bateman.

Review: THE BARBER OF SEVILLE, English National Opera, London Coliseum
by Gary Naylor - Feb 13, 2024

The longstanding favourite is all very slick but, 37 years on, the production is showing its age

ENO's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE Returns to the London Coliseum in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024

Returning to the London Coliseum this February is Jonathan Miller’s much-loved production of Rossini’s The Barber of Seville, first staged by English National Opera (ENO) in 1987. 

Review: MY FAIR LADY, Birmingham Hippodrome
by Laura Lott - Mar 9, 2023

Lerner and Loewe's My Fair Lady is blessed with the sort of songs that never grow old. While the music is timeless, the plot and characters are firmly stuck in 1913, and this revival doesn't do quite enough to endear them to modern audiences.

Lesley Garrett Joins UK Tour of MY FAIR LADY
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2022

Birmingham Hippodrome have announced that opera superstar Lesley Garrett will be playing the role of Mrs Pearce in Lerner & Loewe’s critically acclaimed My Fair Lady when it comes to the city next year (Wed 8 Mar – Sun 19 Mar 2023) .

Queen's Jubilee Anthem Premieres In London, Debuts At #1 On iTunes UK Classical Chart
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2022

On 20 April, the eve of Her Majesty's 96th birthday, BMS presented the premiere performance of the Anthem for members of the Royal household, Lords and Members of Parliament, High Commissioners, celebrities, Royal Warrant Holders, and VIPs at The Rubens at the Palace in London.

Sir Karl Jenkins Obe To Return To Live Performances This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2022

Sir Karl will launch his tour at St David's Hall, Cardiff at 3pm on Sunday 13 March, conducting a selection of his most popular works including THE ARMED MAN: A MASS FOR PEACE, and excerpts from SYMPHONIC ADIEMUS and PALLADIO.

Guest Blog: Jen Heyes On The Truth To Power Cafe Going Digital
by Marianka Swain - Oct 14, 2020

Truth to Power Cafe pushes the notion of theatre and what it can be, and presents it as a civic space, in which a community gather to reflect on their experiences on both a personal and a political level.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge Appointed Vice President Of Acting For Others
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2020

Acting for Others today announces that Phoebe Waller-Bridge has been appointed Vice President of the theatrical charity.

John Humphrys, Lesley Garrett, Benjamin Zephaniah and More Will Be Featured In Saffron Hall's 2019/20 Thoughts And Talks Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2019

Award-winning arts venue Saffron Hall has revealed the latest series of Thoughts and Talks events programmed for the 2019/20 season. The diverse mix of speakers include interview pioneer John Humphrys, world class soprano Lesley Garrett, award-winning poet Benjamin Zephaniah, mathematician Marcus du Sautoy, and Rory Sutherland, the legendary Vice Chairman of global marketing agency Ogilvy.

Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of JACK THE RIPPER: THE WOMEN OF WHITECHAPEL at London Coliseum?
by Alan Henry - Apr 1, 2019

The world premiere of Iain Bell's Jack the Ripper: The Women of Whitechapel, following his critically-acclaimed In Parenthesis is playing at the London Coliseum through April 12, 2019.

BWW Review: JACK THE RIPPER: THE WOMEN OF WHITECHAPEL, London Coliseum
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Mar 31, 2019

In February this year, historian Hallie Rubenfold brought out a poignant book describing the backstories of the five women killed in 1888 by a murderer nicknamed Jack the Ripper. It has always seemed a poor reflection on society that the victims of such horrific crimes have been almost forgotten in the midst of the ever-increasing celebrity and mystery of Jack himself.

Photo Flash: ENO New Opera JACK THE RIPPER: THE WOMEN OF WHITECHAPEL
by Rebecca Russo - Mar 30, 2019

The world premiere of Iain Bell's Jack the Ripper: The Women of Whitechapel, following his critically-acclaimed In Parenthesis. 

BWW Review: THE MESSIAH, The Other Palace
by Gary Naylor - Dec 12, 2018

The Messiah has charm and poignancy, but creaks under the weight of its 35 years, its brand of humour now dated by shows like The Play That Goes Wrong.

Music Director Of The Bach Choir Rejects Lesley Garrett's Call To End Men And Boys Only Choirs
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2018

David Hill, Music Director of The Bach Choir which was founded in 1876, has come out strongly against comments from Lesley Garrett, the well-known soprano, who has said that there should no longer be choirs that don't admit girls.

BroadwayWorld's Top Christmas Picks For London Theatre
by Marianka Swain - Nov 19, 2018

There are plenty of seasonal treats served up in the capital this year, from pantos and plays to opera and dance. Here are some of the tastiest morsels for the 2018-19 festive period.

Hugh Dennis, Lesley Garrett And John Marquez Lead THE MESSIAH at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2018

Three towering talents play a cast of thousands in this new comedy by the writer of the Olivier Award-winning West End hit The 39 Steps as Patrick Barlow's The Messiah transfers to London's The Other Palace from Monday 3rd December - Saturday 5th January 2018.

Hugh Dennis, Lesley Garrett and John Marquez To Star In THE MESSIAH At The Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2018

Casting has been announced for The Messiah by the writer of the Olivier Award-winning West End hit The 39 Steps as Patrick Barlow's The Messiah tours the UK this Autumn, before transferring to London's The Other Palace from Monday 3rd December - Saturday 5th January 2018.

Judi Dench and Gillian Anderson Lead Tribute To Richard Rodgers at River Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2018

Judi Dench and Gillian Anderson are part of the all-star cast that came together at the Theatre Royal in London to celebrate the master musical composer Richard Rodgers (192-1979). This remarkable production, Some Enchanted Evening: Richard Rodgers Tribute Gala, will be screened at the River Street Theatre in downtown Jaffrey on Saturday, September 1 at 7pm and again on Wednesday, September 5 at 2pm.

Hugh Dennis, Lesley Garrett And John Marquez To Star In UK Tour Of THE MESSIAH
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2018

Three towering talents play a cast of thousands in this new comedy by the writer of the Olivier Award-winning West End hit The 39 Steps as Patrick Barlow's The Messiah tours the UK this Autumn. Starring Hugh Dennis, Lesley Garrett and John Marquez, the funniest and most magical nativity you'll ever see opens at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre on October 15th, 2018 before touring to New Theatre, Cardiff; Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield; Cheltenham Everyman Theatre and Richmond Theatre.