FRASIER Revival to Premiere on Paramount+ & CBS in October
Starring Kelsey Grammer, who reprises his EmmyⓇ- Award-winning role as Frasier Crane, the series also features Jack Cutmore-Scott as Frasier’s son Freddy; Nicholas Lyndhurst as Frasier’s old college buddy turned university professor Alan; Toks Olagundoye as Olivia, Alan’s colleague and head of the university’s psychology department; and more.
Bebe Neuwirth to Guest Star on FRASIER Revival on Paramount+
Bebe Neuwirth will return to the role of Dr. Lilith Sternin for the Frasier revival on Paramount+. She will appear in the series as a guest star, reuniting with her onscreen partner Kelsey Grammer, who is returning as Frasier Crane. Neuwirth originated the role on the series in 1986.
Final Casting Announced For A DAY IN THE DEATH OF JOE EGG
When Peter Nichols wrote the ground-breaking play A Day in the Death of Joe Egg in 1967, it was inspired by his own personal experience of bringing up his disabled daughter. A story about family, the funny and moving play shines a light on her parents' caring for their daughter, who is affectionately nicknamed Joe Egg.
BWW Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA, London Coliseum
The London Coliseum has established a run of successes with some excellent revivals of almost-forgotten musicals in recent years. It now turns to Man of La Mancha in the hope of a new box office smash. The choice is an interesting one; few people have seen or even heard of it and it is over 50 years since it last ran in the West End. Unfortunately it is easy to see why, with a muddy, meandering and unconvincing production.
ALL MY SONS Leads April's Top 10 New London Shows
London is never short of temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From Arthur Miller and Caryl Churchill to Don Quixote and zombie gore, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews, interviews and features!
Peter Polycarpou Joins Cast Of MAN OF LA MANCHA
It was announced today (Friday 15 March 2019) that renowned stage, film and TV performer Peter Polycarpou will play Don Quixote's squire, Sancho Panza in Man of the Mancha at the London Coliseum; the first West End production of this multi-Tony award-winning Broadway musical for 50 years.
ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES Will Return as a Musical
John Sullivan's iconic and record-breaking television series has been turned into a brand-new, home-grown West End musical spectacular. With a script and original score by John's son, Jim Sullivan and comedy giant Paul Whitehouse, prepare to get reacquainted with Britain's most loveable rogues and experience the classic comedy brought to life once again through 20 ingenious and hilarious songs.
Photo Flash: In Rehearsals for CAROUSEL at London Coliseum
The cast for Rodgers and Hammerstein's Carousel, the third production in the partnership between The GradeLinnit Company and English National Opera (ENO), comprises Katherine Jenkins (Julie Jordan), Alfie Boe (Billy Bigelow), Nicholas Lyndhurst (Star Keeper), Derek Hagen (Jigger Craigin), Alex Young (Carrie Pipperidge), Brenda Edwards (Nettie Fowler), Gavin Spokes (Enoch Snow), Susan Kyd (Mrs Mullin), Amy Everett (Louise), Davide Fienauri (Carnival Boy) and Martyn Ellis (Mr Bascombe).