Review: THE VOICE OF THE TURTLE, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jul 3, 2024
They say you find love when and where you least expect it, but swearing off relationships isn’t just a contemporary manifestation of ennui. It’s 1943 and typical New York actress Sally has decided to focus on her career rather than chase men who don’t give her the time of day. Her colleague and best friend Olive has a different life plan.
Review: THE OYSTER PROBLEM, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Feb 15, 2023
In historian Orlando Figes’ debut play, Flaubert’s friends Ivan Turgenev, Émile Zola, and George Sand urge him to either strip down his writing to please the masses or get a temporary job to fend off his creditors. The Oyster Problem debuts at Jermyn Street Theatre directed by Philip Wilson in a stiff and stuffy production.
Review: A SINGLE MAN, Park Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Oct 22, 2022
Unfortunately, it all ends up looking like a fake play seen in a movie where the characters go to the theatre to advance the plot or reflect on life. “I cling only to now” George says at the end, but this iteration clings too much to the established reputation of the material to offer anything original.
BWW Review: STARCROSSED, Wilton's Music Hall
by Cindy Marcolina - Jun 9, 2022
While Romeo and Juliet have charmed and stirred audiences for over five centuries, another unofficial couple from Shakespeare’s tragedy has instilled doubt and curiosity. Mercutio and Tybalt, sworn foes, are tied together by an invisible string of admiration and attraction.
Photos: First Look at STARCROSSED at Wilton's Music Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022
A fresh and sexy twist on one of the world’s most famous love stories, ‘Starcrossed’ reveals the intrigue and passion of a forbidden romance between ‘Romeo & Juliet’ characters Mercutio and Tybalt - forged in strife, stifled by circumstance and silenced by history.
Cast Revealed For the UK Premiere of STARCROSSED
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2022
A fresh and sexy twist on one of the world's most famous love stories, 'Starcrossed' reveals the
intrigue and passion of a forbidden romance between 'Romeo & Juliet' characters Mercutio and
Tybalt - forged in strife, stifled by circumstance and silenced by history.
The Hope Theatre Announces Relaunch Plans
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2021
Closed since March 2020, this acclaimed 50 seat pub theatre in the heart of Islington will reopen on the public on 29 June at full capacity, in accordance with the government's roadmap.
Enter 'The Real' With CTC: pASSING STRANGE Runs December 13-21
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2019
City Theater Company blasts through Wilmington this December with Passing Strange, the powerful rock musical by Stew. This coming-of-age story follows a young black musician's search for 'The Real' -- meaning and purpose through the creation of his art.
LAMDA Announces Summer Season 2019
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2019
LAMDA (London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art) summer season 2019 will run from 29 May to 17 July at the drama school's West London campus. Directed by industry professionals, the summer season marks the final productions of LAMDA's graduating acting and technical students as they prepare to embark on their professional careers. LAMDA graduates have gone on to enjoy illustrious careers on stage, screen and behind the scenes, with alumni including Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Ruth Wilson and David Oyelowo. As part of its commitment to offer local residents increased access to the dramatic arts, half price tickets are available for Hammersmith & Fulham residents.
Connor Bannister and More Will Lead Revival Of Philip Osment's THIS ISLAND'S MINE
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2019
Ardent Theatre Company today announces the full cast for the first revival of Philip Osment's This Island's Mine. Philip Wilson directs Connor Bannister (Luke), Jane Bertish (Miss Rosenblum/Vladimir), Theo Fraser Steele (Martin/Stephen/Prospero), Corey Montague-Sholay (Selwyn/Dave), Tom Ross-Williams (Mark/The Director/Frank), Rachel Summers (Jody/Mme Irina/Debbie/Wayne), and Rebecca Todd (Marianne/Maggie/Miranda). This Island's Mine opens at the King's Head Theatre on 17 May, with previews from 15 May, until 8 June.