Mawaan Rizwan

London's Roundhouse Will Host Brand New Festival Roundhouse Three Sixty
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

London's Roundhouse has announced the launch of Roundhouse Three Sixty, a bold and visionary new festival set within the iconic walls of Camden's Roundhouse during April 2025.

Photos: DISNEY'S THE LION KING Celebrates 25 Years In The West End With A Special Third Act
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 20, 2024

Disney’s THE LION KING celebrated 25 triumphant years in the West End’s Lyceum Theatre on the afternoon of Sunday, 20 October with a special gala performance attended by the original creatives of the show including Julie Taymor, Lebo M, Richard Hudson, Irene Mecchi, Roger Allers and Donald Holder. Check out photos from the event here!

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, Dominion Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - Sep 11, 2024

Featuring a press night appearance from creator Richard O’Brien and Jason Donovan as the suspender-donning scientist Frank N. Furter, The Rocky Horror Show returns to the West End. The raucous homage to the films and music of the 1950s as seen through a pansexual lens lays a claim to being the UK’s most popular musical.

Brown Sauce Partners With Tara Theatre To Present: THE COMEDY LAB
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2024

Brown Sauce collaborates with Tara Theatre to present The Comedy Lab, a free showcase featuring South Asian comedians. Enjoy an evening of diverse comedic talent and fresh perspectives.

Jeremy O. Harris, Adrian Lester, Jodie Whittaker, and More Join The Cast of ECHO at The Royal Court
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2024

The Royal Court Theatre and LIFT (London International Festival of Theatre) have announced a further nine artists who will perform in the world premiere of ECHO (Every Cold-Hearted Oxygen) written by critically acclaimed Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour.

Ed Gamble and More Added to Hackney Empire's Upcoming Seasons
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2023

Additional shows have been added to the Hackney Empire's upcoming seasons. Tickets for these shows will go on sale on Friday 21 July at 10am, with tickets to Ed Gamble: Hot Diggity Dog on sale from Friday 28 July at 10am.

London's Hottest Sell-Out Late-Night Live Gig, JAZZ EMU'S PLEASURE GARDEN, Heads To The Clapham Grand
by A.A. Cristi - May 25, 2023

London's hottest sell-out late-night live gig, Jazz Emu's Pleasure Garden, comes to The Clapham Grand for its biggest, most deluxe show yet.

Television Stars and Award-Winning Theatre Come to Pleasance this Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023

The third Edinburgh Fringe announcement for the Pleasance Theatre Trust features further huge theatrical and comedic names, noteworthy newcomers, international inspirational talent and insightful talks. 

The BBC Comedy Festival is Coming to Cardiff in May
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 12, 2023

Following on from the success of the inaugural BBC Comedy Festival in Newcastle in May 2022, Cardiff has been named the new BBC City of Comedy and will be playing host to the Comedy Festival from Wednesday 24 to Friday 26 May.

Diane Chorley Returns to the Edinburgh Fringe 2022 With MODERN LOVE and DOWN THE FLICK
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2022

Her very own venue will be home to two very different shows this month, her acclaimed narrative/music hour Modern Love and her late-night party Down The Flick, giving The Flick's iconic stage to the best of the festival's performers.

Assembly Announces New Late-Night Venue for 2022
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2022

Diane Chorley and Berk's Nest in association with Assembly Festival are delighted to announce the addition of a new late-night venue, The Flick, in the Underground space beside Assembly George Square Gardens. Debuted in 2019, The Flick will return as an immersive performance venue and late-night destination for the duration of the Fringe. 

Berk's Nest Announce Brand New Comedy Spectacular In South London!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2021

Berk's Nest have announced LIVE AT THE CLAPHAM GRAND, a comedy spectacular on the last Friday of every month in London's South West . See the hottest names in comedy come together for a massive mixed bill night at one of London's most iconic venues.

VIDEO: Netflix Releases SEX EDUCATION Season 3 Trailer
by Michael Major - Sep 7, 2021

It’s a new year, Otis is having casual sex, Eric and Adam are official, and Jean has a baby on the way. Meanwhile, new headteacher Hope (played by Jemima Kirke) tries to return Moordale to a pillar of excellence, Aimee discovers feminism, Jackson gets a crush and a lost voicemail still looms.

Berk's Nest Announces Roster of Live Shows for 2021
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2021

Berk’s Nest has announced a roster of brand-new shows for 2021. After an amazing 2021 debut, The Thursday Show returns to the 21 Soho stage Thursdays throughout August and September.

SEX EDUCATION Season Three Comes to Netflix Sept. 17
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jun 24, 2021

The series stars Asa Butterfield, Gillian Anderson, Emma Mackey, Ncuti Gatwa, Connor Swindells, Aimee-Lou Wood, Kedar Williams-Stirling, and more.

Brendan Charleson, Jo Eaton-Kent, Sam Mackay and More Join the Cast of CAROUSEL at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2021

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre have today confirmed full casting for Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel, which plays 31 July – 25 September. Joining the cast are Brendan Charleson (Mr Bascombe), Jo Eaton-Kent (Mrs Mullin), Sam Mackay (Jigger Craigin), Ediz Mahmut (Young Enoch) and Christina Modestou (Carrie Pipperidge).

Elton John Announced as Host for 'YouTube Pride 2021' Global Livestream
by TV News Desk - Jun 14, 2021

Join celebrity emcees Elton John and David Furnish, Demi Lovato, Olly Alexander with Mawaan Rizwan, Trixie Mattel, and Daniel Howell.

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Announces the Return of MISCHIEF MOVIE NIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2021

Other acts previously announced including Luisa Omielan, Aisling Bea, Jimmy Carr and Paul Chowdhry, and Canned Laughter present a comedy fundraiser in support of the Trussell Trust featuring Lolly Adefope, Kemah Bob, Jen Brister, Bridget Christie, Ed Gamble, Rosie Jones, Jamali Maddix, Rose Matafeo, Mawaan Rizwan, and Suzi Ruffell.

Underbelly's London Wonderground At Earls Court Announces Line-up For Their New Summer Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2021

London Wonderground, the major new summer festival in Earls Court, on the former Earls Court 2 Exhibition Centre site, produced by Underbelly, today announces the first shows of its spectacular 2021 programme, which sees the very best in comedy, music, circus and family entertainment across its spectacular Big Top and the iconic upside-down purple cow, Udderbelly.

YouTube Pride 2021 Adds Demi Lovato, Olly Alexander & More
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jun 2, 2021

Special guest Tyler Oakley will also join the list of previously announced talent including Kim Chi, Monét X Change, Peppermint, and Denali Foxx who will join the hosts throughout the live-streamed event.