Review: A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL at Argenta Contemporary Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Dec 16, 2024
To close out the holiday season, the Argenta Contemporary Theatre in North Little Rock presents A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL now through December 22, to a sold-out crowd, and rightfully so. The talent level for this production is through the roof, with a cast that brings extraordinary energy and charm to this timeless holiday tale. My adoration grows and grows with each visit, and I am continually impressed by the magic this theatre creates.
Avalon Reveals Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024 Line-up
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024
Avalon have announced their promoted line-up of artists who are performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024, presenting the latest shows from critically acclaimed acts including Edinburgh Comedy Award winner and Starstruck creator Rose Matafeo and multi-award-winning musical comedy duo Flo & Joan.
Dave's Edinburgh Comedy Awards Will Return at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe This Year
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2022
DAVE’S EDINBURGH COMEDY AWARDS will return at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this year. After a two-year worldwide hiatus, the renowned Dave’s Edinburgh Comedy Awards are back celebrating 40 years of awarding comedy excellence, reflecting the rich heritage of comedy talent recognised and its status as a springboard for comedians who have gone on to become household names at home and abroad.
The Bath Festival Announces 2022 Line-up
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2022
The Bath Festival today announces its 2022 line-up which is full of innovation and 'you saw it here first' moments. This world-renowned festival celebrating books and music in a beautiful city will run from Friday 13 May to Saturday 21 May 2022.
Leicester Comedy Festival Livestreams Beginning February 3
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2021
Leicester Comedy Festival started in 1994 with 40 events programmed into 23 venues over 7 days throughout Leicestershire. In 1994 it attracted an audience of 5,000. This year adjusted for Covid constraints the Festival will be livestreamed and will feature over 300 performances from 100+ comedians.
Leicester Comedy Festival Takes Place Online Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2021
The annual Leicester Comedy Festival will proceed as planned next month amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, as a ticketed online-only event. The events will be viewable thanks to a new deal with NextUp Comedy, the Festivals Official Streaming Partner and the UKs #1 comedy streaming platform.
Save Monkey Barrel Fundraiser Announced
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2020
The current Coronavirus Crisis has left Monkey Barrel, and many people in the Comedy industry without an income. The 2020 Edinburgh Fringe has been cancelled, Monkey Barrel Comedy Club remains closed and ita??s fabulous team unable to work. Thata??s why they are hosting the fundraiser show of a lifetime.
Jon Richardson Will Embark On Tour With New Show THE KNITWIT
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2020
Will the recycling be put out on the right day? Who is going to smooth over the top of the margarine? How many lights are on upstairs when everybody is downstairs? Watch Jon Richardson pretend that these aren't his foremost concerns as he leaves home on his first tour since the last one.
Programme Announced For Leicester Comedy Festival 2020
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2019
Leicester Comedy Festival, the longest running comedy festival in the UK, today launches its packed programme for 2020 with more venues, more talent and more unique events than ever before. The festival will feature over 1,600 performers, performing over 800 shows on more than 90 stages across Leicester & Leicestershire. The full line up and tickets for all shows will be available from 10am on 30th October 2019 via www.comedy-festival.co.uk
The Pleasance Announces Another Batch of Shows
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2019
This incredible roster of shows joins the 20 recently announced shows supported by the Pleasance Futures programme, including this year's winners of the Charlie Hartill Special Theatre Reserve Fund and Comedy Reserve Fund, marking Pleasance's commitment to nurturing talent and supporting ambition. It's time to get your highlighters out and start booking some of these amazing 140 plus shows.
Details of First Ever WOW -WOMEN OF THE WORLD HULL Announced for UK City of Culture
by BWW News Desk - Feb 10, 2017
In a year that has seen momentous change across the globe, trailblazers from the arts, politics and activism are set to take part in the first ever WOW -Women of the World festival in Hull, created by Hull UK City of Culture 2017 as part of the global WOW Festivals originated by the Southbank Centre.
AMUSED MOOSE COMEDY Presents Matt Richardson, Felicity Ward, Luke Toulson, Lucy Beaumont, 3/13
by Anna Bencivengo - Feb 17, 2015
AMUSED MOOSE COMEDY Presents outstanding comedians at Soho's swish Sanctum Hotel, hosted by Alex Zane (Rude Tube, Balls of Steel and Sky Movies), who introduces: Matt Richardson ('The next bright young sensation' Guardian), Felicity Ward ('Warm, witty and brilliant' The Age), Luke Toulson (Edinburgh Comedy Awards nominee), Lucy Beaumont (Devastating comic timing: The Stage)
Jazz, Comedy, Cabaret, Play Festival and More Set for St. James Studio Jan-Feb 2013
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2013
Following a successful first season with events spanning all genres of entertainment, from stand-up comedy and musical cabaret to jazz trios and West End favourites - and featuring artists such as Frisky and Mannish, Sharon D. Clarke and Hadley Fraser - the second season of events in the St. James Studio is officially announced today.