Mathew Craig

Review: BECOMING NANCY, Birmingham Rep

Cheese and pineapple on a stick, anyone? The latest musical from Birmingham Rep takes us back to 1970s Britain, where trousers were flared, birthday parties required Iced Gems, and boys definitely didn't play girls in school musicals without everyone having something to say about it. BWW's critic weighs in.

Video: BECOMING NANCY at Birmingham Rep

An all new trailer has been released for Becoming Nancy at Birmingham Rep, directed and choroegraphed by Jerry Mitchell. Check out the video here and get a look at the production on stage!

Photos: BECOMING NANCY at Birmingham Rep

Birmingham Rep has released all new photos from Becoming Nancy, directed and choroegraphed by Jerry Mitchell. The musical will host its official press night in Birmingham on Tuesday 15 October 2024. 

Video: Jerry Mitchell Talks BECOMING NANCY at Birmingham Rep

Watch Jerry Mitchell discuss Becoming Nancy ahead of its UK Premiere at Birmingham Rep in October 2024. Check out the video here!

Video: BECOMING NANCY Begins Rehearsals Ahead of UK Premiere

All new rehearsal footage has been released of the cast of Becoming Nancy, ahead of its UK Premiere in October 2024. Check out the video here!

UK Cast Recording Of BECOMING NANCY is Available Now

Birmingham Rep has released selected tracks from the exclusive cast recording of Becoming Nancy ahead of its UK Premiere in October 2024.  

Casting Set For the UK Premiere of BECOMING NANCY, Directed by Jerry MItchell

The UK premiere of BECOMING NANCY at Birmingham Rep announces its cast. The musical adaptation of Terry Ronald's novel features a talented ensemble, promising an engaging and heartfelt performance.

Video: Watch an All New Trailer For CRAZY FOR YOU in the West End

Chichester Festival Theatre’s new production of Crazy For You is playing a strictly limited 6-month season at the Gillian Lynne Theatre in London.  An all new trailer has been released for the production. Check out the video here!

Photos: First Look at Charlie Stemp & More in CRAZY FOR YOU at the Gillian Lynne Theatre

Get a first look at photos of Crazy For You at the Gillian Lynne Theatre!

Video: Watch the Cast of CRAZY FOR YOU Perform 'I Got Rhythm' on THE ONE SHOW

Watch the West End cast of Crazy for You perform 'I Got Rhythm' on The One Show!

Full Cast Revealed For the West End Transfer of CRAZY FOR YOU

Full casting has been confirmed for the West End transfer of Chichester Festival Theatre's sublime new production of Crazy For You. The classic Gershwin musical which is brought to life on stage by the renowned, multi-Tony and Olivier award-winning director and choreographer Susan Stroman, will play a strictly limited 6-month season at the Gillian Lynne Theatre in London, with performances beginning on Saturday 24 June 2023.

Photos: First Look At CRAZY FOR YOU Starring Charlie Stemp and Carly Anderson at Chichester Festival Theatre

Charlie Stemp and Carly Anderson lead the cast of Susan Stroman's new production of the musical comedy CRAZY FOR YOU, with music & lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin, and book by Ken Ludwig, running at Chichester Festival Theatre from 11 July - 4 September. See photos from the production.

Full Cast Announced For CRAZY FOR YOU at Chichester Festival Theatre, Starring Charlie Stemp

Charlie Stemp and Carly Anderson will lead the cast of Susan Stroman’s new production of the musical comedy CRAZY FOR YOU™, with music & lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin, and book by Ken Ludwig, running at Chichester Festival Theatre from 11 July – 4 September. 

Photo Flash: Go Inside Rehearsals for Iris Summer Festival's ST. ANNE COMES HOME

The brand new musical St. Anne Comes Home was written and composed by Jack Miles. The production runs from 29 – 30 August at St. Paul’s Church Courtyard, Covent Garden as part of Iris Theatre’s Summer Festival. Martha Geelan directs Jordan Castle (James), Mathew Craig (Russell) and Rebecca McKinnis (Bridget).

ST. ANNE COMES HOME Announces Cast For Outdoor Performances This August

New British Musical St. Anne Comes Home by Jack Miles announces its cast and creative team for its outdoor, socially distanced performances at St Paul's Church Courtyard, Covent Garden.

THE SECRET DIARY OF ADRIAN MOLE AGED 13¾ Will Close 28 September

The West End transfer of Sue Townsend's THE SECRET DIARY OF ADRIAN MOLE AGED 13¾ - THE MUSICAL is closing, after a successful run at The Ambassadors Theatre, on 28 September.

Photo Flash: THE SECRET DIARY OF ADRIAN MOLE AGED 13¾ - THE MUSICAL Opens in the West End

Following two highly acclaimed runs at Curve and Menier Chocolate Factory, Sue Townsend's THE SECRET DIARY OF ADRIAN MOLE AGED 13¾ - THE MUSICAL, is now running in the West End. Set in 1980s Leicester, this adaptation of the best-selling book is a timeless tale of teenage angst, family struggles and unrequited love, told through the eyes of tortured poet and misunderstood intellectual Adrian Mole. This critically acclaimed production of THE SECRET DIARY OF ADRIAN MOLE AGED 13¾ - THE MUSICAL has book and lyrics by Jake Brunger, music and lyrics by Pippa Cleary, and is directed by Luke Sheppard.

Photo Flash: First Look at THE SECRET DIARY OF ADRIAN MOLE AGED 13 3/4 - THE MUSICAL

Get a first look at the West End transfer of THE SECRET DIARY OF ADRIAN MOLE AGED 13¾ - THE MUSICAL. The show began previews at The Ambassadors Theatre on 15 June and will run until 12 October.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with THE SECRET DIARY OF ADRIAN MOLE AGED 13 3/4

Get a peek inside rehearsal for the West End transfer of THE SECRET DIARY OF ADRIAN MOLE AGED 13¾ - THE MUSICAL, which opens at The Ambassadors Theatre on 15 June running until 12 October.

Cast Announced For ADRIAN MOLE In The West End

Rehearsals begin today for Sue Townsend's The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole aged 13¾ - The Musical, which will open at the Ambassadors Theatre for a limited season from 15 June until 12 October 2019, with a Gala Night on Tuesday 2 July. The musical has book and lyrics by Jake Brunger, music and lyrics by Pippa Cleary and direction by Luke Sheppard.