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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: Rodgers and Hammerstein's CAROUSEL At Regent's Park Open Air Theatre 
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2021

Ahead of opening night on Monday 9th August, check out production photos from Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel, which plays until 25 September.

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For CAROUSEL at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2021

Featuring a score that includes ‘If I Loved You’ and ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’, director Timothy Sheader reunites with Jesus Christ Superstar choreographer Drew McOnie. The cast includes  Carly Bawden (Julie Jordan), Declan Bennett (Billy Bigelow), John Pfumojena (Enoch Snow), Joanna Riding (Nettie Fowler) and Natasha May Thomas (Louise Bigelow).

Brendan Charleson, Jo Eaton-Kent, Sam Mackay and More Join the Cast of CAROUSEL at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2021

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre have today confirmed full casting for Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel, which plays 31 July – 25 September. Joining the cast are Brendan Charleson (Mr Bascombe), Jo Eaton-Kent (Mrs Mullin), Sam Mackay (Jigger Craigin), Ediz Mahmut (Young Enoch) and Christina Modestou (Carrie Pipperidge).

The Court Youth Company Take on THE CRUCIBLE
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2017

A talented ensemble of young actors in The Court Youth Company are taking on Arthur Miller's powerful drama The Crucible.

Photo Flash: SUNSET BOULEVARD's Michael Xavier Joins Frank DiLella at Birdland
by BWW News Desk - Feb 22, 2017

The Broadway at Birdland concert series was proud to present NY1 theater journalist Frank DiLella, who returned to the Birdland stage with the eleventh episode of his talk show, "Show Biz After Hours With Frank DiLella.'  The event took place on Monday, February 20, and BroadwayWorld has photos from the evening below!

Last Chance To See IN THE HEIGHTS At The King's Cross Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2016

The first Broadway show from Lin-Manuel Miranda (creator of 'HAMILTON'), "IN THE HEIGHTS" must end its critically acclaimed run at the King's Cross Theatre in just four weeks time on Sunday 8 January 2017.

West End IN THE HEIGHTS Celebrates 1st Birthday, Sam Mackay Talks HAMILTON
by Laura Jones - Oct 4, 2016

On Friday 30 September, In the Heights celebrated its first birthday at King's Cross Theatre, and it certainly marked the occasion in style. Setting the London theatre scene on fire when it premiered at the Southwark Playhouse in 2014, it has continued to thrill audiences in its new central London home, recently announcing an extension until January 2017.

Lin-Manuel Miranda's IN THE HEIGHTS Welcomes New Stars Tonight in London
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2016

Joining the cast from tonight 16 September are Arun Blair-Mangat as 'Benny' ('Kinky Boots'); Juliet Gough as 'Camilla' ('Matilda') and Stephanie Rojas as 'Carla' ('Wonder.land'). Sarah Naudi, who has been with the show since it opened at the Southwark Playhouse in 2014, will play the role of 'Vanessa' and Damian Buhagiar returns to the production as 'Sonny', having originated the role in 2014.

Lin-Manuel Miranda's IN THE HEIGHTS Extends Again in London; Welcomes New Stars
by BWW News Desk - Aug 30, 2016

Olivier and Tony Award-winning Broadway musical IN THE HEIGHTS by Lin-Manuel Miranda the creator of HAMILTON - has extended its London run at the King's Cross Theatre for the third time and final time and is now booking until Sunday 8 January 2017.

Garrick Theatre to Host LOVE4ORLANDO Benefit Concert
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 1, 2016

On Sunday 17th July, the Garrick Theatre in London's West End will play host to the 'Love4Orlando' Benefit Concert in aid of 'Equality Florida'. It will be London's biggest West End fundraiser for the Orlando shootings. 'Equality Florida' are responsible for the distribution of funds to the Orlando Shooting's victims and their families.

WESTENDFEST, Benefitting MAD Trust, Returns This Month
by Tyler Peterson - May 5, 2016

?The evening of Sunday 15th May sees the 2016 return of WestEndFest to The Actors Church in Covent Garden, for the first time raising funds for The Make A Difference Trust (MAD Trust).

King's Cross Theatre to Host THE MUSICAL MARATHON Charity Concert This Weekend
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 12, 2016

?King's Cross Theatre will host The Musical Marathon this Sunday 17 April, a one-off charity concert in aid of male cancer charity Orchid.

Performers Unite For Annual WESTENDFEST Charity Concert, May 15
by Carrie Dunn - Mar 4, 2016

WestEndFest is back for its first concert of 2016 on 15th May at The Actors Church in Covent Garden! This time around the comperes of the event Ian Stroughair and Kieran Brown will be hurdling their way through the theme 'Icons - your own spin'.  

IN THE HEIGHTS Extends at King's Cross Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 5, 2016

?Initially booking for a limited 4 week run, Tony Award-winning Broadway musical In The Heights has extended its run at King's Cross Theatre for a third time, now booking for an additional 6 months until Sunday 30 October 2016. Tickets for the new booking period are on sale now. In The Heights returns to London following a critically acclaimed sell-out UK premiere at Southwark Playhouse in 2014.

KINKY BOOTS & IN THE HEIGHTS Top 16th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards Nominations
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 3, 2015

At a ceremony held today at London's Café de Paris, Steve Furst announced the nominees for the 16th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards. The announcement of the nominations marks the opening of the final voting stage (closes 31 January), with winners announced at the annual Awards Concert held on 21 February 2016 at the Prince of Wales Theatre.

Nathan Amzi Returning to IN THE HEIGHTS at King's Cross Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 23, 2015

Nathan Amzi will return to In The Heights for a limited two-week run, playing Piragua Guy from Monday 21 December 2015 to Sunday 3 January 2016. Nathan originated the role in the London production when it premiered at Southwark Playhouse in 2014. In The Heights recently extended its run at King's Cross Theatre for a second time, now booking for an additional 3 months until Sunday 10 April 2016.

STAGE TUBE: IN THE HEIGHTS Extends at King's Cross; First Look at New Trailer!
by Christina Mancuso - Nov 13, 2015

Initially booking for a limited 4 week run, Tony Award-winning Broadway musical In The Heights has extended its run at King's Cross Theatre for a second time, now booking for an additional 3 months until Sunday 10 April 2016. In The Heights returns to London following a critically acclaimed sell-out UK premiere at Southwark Playhouse in 2014.  

BWW Review: IN THE HEIGHTS, King's Cross Theatre, October 13 2015
by Liz Cearns - Oct 15, 2015

After its very successful run at the Southwark Playhouse last year, Lin Manuel Miranda's In the Heights has returned to London.