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Interview: Glen Ballard And Oliver Tompsett on GHOST THE MUSICAL IN CONCERT
by Kat Mokrynski - Sep 29, 2024

Recently, we had the opportuinty to talk with Glen Ballard and Oliver Tompsett about the upcoming production of Ghost the Musical in Concert. We discussed the creation of Ghost the Musical, what it is like to be returning to the show after time away and what they hope audiences take away from the concert!

Moya Angela, David Seadon-Young, and More Join GHOST IN CONCERT at the Adelphi Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2024

The full cast for GHOST IN CONCERT has been announced, featuring a lineup of performers set to bring the beloved story to life on stage.

Photos: Behind the Scenes of the UK and Ireland Tour of BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2024

All new photos have been released from behind the scenes of the UK and Ireland tour of BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL. The images give a unique insight behind the curtain as the hit production opens this week at Sunderland Empire from Tue 19 - Sat 23 March. Check out the photos here!

Photos: BONNIE & CLYDE Cast Pose With a Vintage 1929 Ford Model A Saloon
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024

 This week, the principal cast of the  first-ever UK & Ireland of BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL set off on the road in a vintage 1929 Ford Model A Saloon as the tour moves to Wolverhampton Grand from Tuesday 5 - Saturday 9 March 2024.

Full Cast Set for the UK Tour of BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2023

Fan-favourite and winner of Best New Musical (What’sOnStage Awards 2023), BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL has announced full casting for the production’s first ever UK & Ireland tour in 2024.

Listen: BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL Releases West End Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2023

The West End Cast Recording of BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL is now available to download or stream. Listen to the full album here!

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL at the Garrick Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2023

All new rehearsal images have been released of the What’s On Stage Award-Winning BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL which begins performances at The Garrick Theatre on Saturday 4 March.

Full Cast Announced For BONNIE & CLYDE at The Garrick Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2023

The full cast has been announced for BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL at The Garrick Theatre reuniting stars Frances Mayli McCann and Jordan Luke Gage as the titular pair alongside the Olivier Award winning Georgie Maguire reprising his role as 'Buck Barrow' and West End star Jodie Steele as Blanche Barrow, with Olivier Award nominated Cleve September returning as 'Ted' and Dom Hartley-Harris as Preacher.

Saturday Night Fever Confirms Casting For West End Premiere and Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2021

Bill Kenwright's production of Saturday Night Fever will have its West End Premiere for a strictly limited 8-week run at the Peacock Theatre, starting 4 February – 26 March.  This will be preceded by a short UK tour, opening at the New Theatre Oxford on 5 January, and traveling to Truro, Darlington and Manchester

Rialto Chatter: Will West End Star Jac Yarrow Bring JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT To Broadway?
by Rialto Chatter - Sep 20, 2019

the acclaimed West End revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat could be gearing up for a Broadway transfer.

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT To Return To The West End In 2020!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2019

Laurence Connor's acclaimed revival of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat will return to the London Palladium next summer!

Rialto Chatter: Will JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Cross to Pond for Broadway?
by Rialto Chatter - Aug 9, 2019

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, which is in the midst of a limited 11-week season at the London Palladium, might be heading to Broadway! According to the Daily Mail's Baz Bamigboye, Broadway producers are already eying a transfer.

Review Roundup: JOSEPH Opens in the West End, Starring Sheridan Smith and Jason Donovan
by Marianka Swain - Jul 11, 2019

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat plays a strictly limited 11-week season at the London Palladium, directed by Laurence Connor (School of Rock, Miss Saigon). Let's see what the critics are saying...

Photo Flash: First Look at JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by Marianka Swain - Jul 5, 2019

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat plays a strictly limited 11-week season at the London Palladium, directed by Laurence Connor (School of Rock, Miss Saigon). See production photographs by Tristram Kenton!

Santa Monica To Get A Sneak-Preview Of Phil Olsen's A TWISTED CHRISTMAS CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2018

Perennial holiday classic as you've never seen it before. Santa Monica Playhouse Benefit Series hosts an advanced look - in advance of the holidays - at Internationally-recognized Playwright Phil Olson's new play.'A Twisted Christmas Carol,' a Texas spoof of Charles Dickens' classic story, 'A Christmas Carol,.' in a one-night only staged Sunday, November 18th at 3:00 pm.

Photo Flash: First Look at the UK Tour of SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2018

Bill Kenwright's highly anticipated new production of Saturday Night Fever is underway. Joining acclaimed dancer and actor Richard Winso ras Tony Manero, in his first leading role in a major musical, is: Kate Parr (Follies) in the role of Stephanie, Owen Broughton (Gus), Michael Cortez (Joey), Raphael Pace (Bobbie C) and Jared Thompson (Double Jay).

Kate Parr, Owen Broughton, Michael Cortez, Raphael Pace, and Jared Thompson Join the Cast of SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER At Edinburgh Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2018

Full casting for Bill Kenwright's highly anticipated new production of Saturday Night Fever has been announced. Joining acclaimed dancer and actor Richard Winsor as Tony Manero, in his first leading role in a major musical, is: Kate Parr (Follies) in the role of Stephanie, Owen Broughton (Gus), Michael Cortez (Joey), Raphael Pace (Bobbie C) and Jared Thompson (Double Jay).

Brief 8/14: Read the Reviews For GETTIN' THE BAND BACK TOGETHER, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2018

Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: check out all the reviews for Gettin' the Band Back Together, which opened last night on Broadway!

Full Casting Announced For SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER Starring Richard Winsor
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2018

Full casting for Bill Kenwright's highly anticipated new production of Saturday Night Fever has been announced. Joining acclaimed dancer and actor Richard Winsor as Tony Manero, in his first leading role in a major musical, is: Kate Parr (Follies) in the role of Stephanie, Owen Broughton (Gus), Michael Cortez (Joey), Raphael Pace (Bobbie C) and Jared Thompson (Double Jay).

BWW Review: DON'T HUG ME, WE'RE FAMILY Has World Premiere in North Hollywood
by Ilana Lifshitz - Feb 19, 2018

The small house at T.U. Studios quickly filled as 8 p.m. ticked closer. The set was reminiscent of a small-town restaurant and bar set in the Midwest: Minnesota Viking banners adorned the walls and bar, a mounted deer head peered over the coat rack, and beer propaganda took up all other open spaces. A small table with a few chairs set center stage, and a bowl of mini pretzels sat on top of the table. It felt homey, warm and strangely inviting.