Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, National Theatre
This is an Earnest for a new generation, Bridgertonian in its approach and just brat enough. Everybody is a little gay. Everybody is incredibly horny. Everybody has the smoothest comeback. Webster forgoes any sanctimony with sacrilegious extravagance. Gorgeously anachronistic costumes by Rae Smith splash on Smith’s own set design, shaking up the comedy of manners conventions in favour of a more original take.
Review: BBC PROMS: PROM 47 " DOCTOR WHO PROM, Royal Albert Hall
“Never seen a TARDIS before?” For many in attendance at the Royal Albert Hall, this probably is quite likely! The Proms haven’t had any adventures in time and space since Doctor Who’s 50th anniversary celebrations back in 2013, so its return was well overdue - especially as there have been several incarnations of the Doctor in that time. With the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and the London Philharmonic Choir on hand, a spectacular showcase of the programme’s music was guaranteed.
Catherine Tate to Host DOCTOR WHO Prom at Royal Albert Hall
Actor, comedian and writer Catherine Tate will host the Doctor Who Prom, which makes its much-anticipated return to the BBC Proms this year. With previous Doctor Who Prom events held in 2008, 2010 and 2013, this year’s Prom will be a brand-new show celebrating the latest adventures of the Doctor and showcasing Murray Gold’s beloved music for the series.
Interview: Jinkx Monsoon on Playing Maestro in DOCTOR WHO and Returning to Her Seattle Roots
Jinkx Monsoon is booked and busy. On top of her stage appearances, she is also appearing in the latest season of Doctor Who. In The Devil’s Chord episode, now available on Disney+, Jinkx plays the villainess Maestro, the master of all music. BroadwayWorld sat down with Jinkx to discuss her role in Doctor Who, the difference between performing on stage and on screen, and what is next for the Broadway star.