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New Musical BLISS Will Hold Workshop Performances in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2025

A public workshop presentation will be held for the brand-new musical, BLISS in March at the Lilian Baylis Studio, Sadler's Wells. Learn more about the upcoming presentation here!

THE BADDIES Reveals New Cast Members & Additional Tour Dates
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2024

New cast members have been revealed for the brand-new stage adaptation of THE BADDIES. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.

THE BADDIES to Takes Over Cadogan Hall For Summer 2025
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 3, 2024

Following its world premiere at The Royal Lyceum Theatre, Executive Producer Jennifer Sutherland and the whole team at Freckle Productions have announced a summer season for the brand-new stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's smash-hit 2022 story The Baddies, which premiered at the Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh in October 2024.

Photos: First Look At THE BADDIES At The Royal Lyceum Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2024

See first look photos of THE BADDIES, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s smash-hit 2022 story, that will have its world premiere at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh next month, playing from 4–20 October.

Cast and Creative Team Set For SLEEPING BEAUTY Panto at Salisbury Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2024

Cast and creatives have been announced for this year’s festive pantomime Sleeping Beauty at Salisbury Playhouse. Writers Plested, Brown & Wilsher are returning to Salisbury for a third year following the success of last year’s Dick Whittington, which was nominated for Best Pantomime at the 2024 UK Pantomime Association Awards.

Full Cast Set for THE BADDIES at the Royal Lyceum Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2024

The full cast has been revealed for the stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's THE BADDIES, premiering at the Royal Lyceum Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

ZOG AND THE FLYING DOCTORS Comes To London This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024

Zog and the Flying Doctors, based on the bestselling sequel by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, will fly into London this summer, playing at Cadogan Hall from 1 – 31 August 2024 with a press performance on Friday 2 August 1pm.

Full Cast and Creative Team Set For English Premiere Production of MIDSUMMER
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2024

Mercury Theatre Colchester and the Barn Theatre in Cirencester have announced the full cast and creative team for their English premiere production of David Greig and Gordon McIntyre's play with songs Midsummer.

Cast Set For the UK Tour of ZOG AND THE FLYING DOCTORS With London Date Announced!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2023

Zog and the Flying Doctors, based on the bestselling sequel by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, will fly into London next summer, playing at Cadogan Hall from 1 – 31 August 2024. Find out who is starring in the cast here!

Rob Brydon Returns to the UK and Ireland in 2024 With A NIGHT OF SONGS AND LAUGHTER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2023

Award-winning comedian Rob Brydon and his eight piece band, including Paul Herbert (Musical Director, Arranger and Pianist), are back in the UK & Ireland next year with their widely praised tour, Rob Brydon – A Night of Songs & Laughter.

New Musical LOVE BIRDS Gets Workshop and Industry Showcase
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2023

A showcase performance has been set for new family musical Love Birds by Robert J. Sherman. Learn more about the musical here!

ZOG AND THE FLYING DOCTORS Will Embark on New UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2023

Zog and his crew are flying back to the stage in 2024! Based on the bestselling sequel by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, Zog and the Flying Doctors will once again tour the UK in 2024. Learn more about the full list of tour dates and find out how to see the show near you!

Julia Donaldson's ZOG Will Return in 2023 for Spring/Summer tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2022

Zog is roaring back to the stage in 2023! Based on the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, the smash-hit stage adaptation from Freckle Productions is flying across the UK throughout Spring and Summer, opening at The Capitol, Horsham on Friday 10 February and culminating in a month-long Summer Season at The Lowry, Salford from Thursday 3 August.  

Mercury Theatre Announces Season For 2022-23 Led By Summer Production Of ALICE IN WONDERLAND
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2022

Mercury Theatre, led by Executive Director, Steve Mannix and Executive Producer, Tracey Childs, today announce their forthcoming season into 2023.

CARLY PAOLI & FRIENDS Album Features Ramin Karimloo, Elaine Paige and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2021

Whether it be a live or recorded performance, a classical, contemporary, musical theatre or spiritual song, British/Italian soprano Carly Paoli, certainly knows how to deliver and 24 September 2021 will see the release of a brand-new album,  Carly Paoli & Friends on the Abiah label. 

Freckle Productions' ZOG Will Embark on a Summer Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2021

Zog is one of the best-loved creations of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, the UK's number one picture book pair behind many modern classics, including The Gruffalo which has been published in 75 languages. Together their books have sold over 75 million copies.

2020 Jessie Theatre Award Nominations Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2020

To honour Vancouver's vibrant artistic community during this challenging time, the 2020 Jessie Theatre Award Nominations were announced virtually, for the first time, on Monday, June 8th, hosted by the mother daughter duo Amanda Sum (seen this season in Chicken Girl and East Van Panto) and Linda Leung.

Photo Flash: First Look at Rob Brydon's 2020 Tour - Songs & Stories
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2019

mages of award-winning comedian Rob Brydon performing his brand new show, Rob Brydon - Songs and Stories are released today.

Julia Donaldson's ZOG Returns To The Stage In 2020
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2019

Zog is roaring back to the stage in 2020! The smash hit stage adaptation from Freckle Productions (the team behind Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales and Tabby McTat) is returning for a UK Tour and promises to be bigger, brighter and more roar-some than ever before. With brand new songs from Joe Stilgoe (The Jungle Book, The Midnight Gang) and directed by Emma Kilbey, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's much-loved Zog is a magical production for all ages.

Rob Brydon's 'Songs and Stories' Will Tour UK in 2020
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2019

Award winning comedian Rob Brydon and his eight-piece band will take to the road next year with a brand new show, Rob Brydon - Songs and Stories. This is the first time that Brydon has created a show that includes songs and music as well as his acclaimed wit and comedy.