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LIFE OF PI Comes to the Eccles in April
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025

Tickets for LIFE OF PI in Salt Lake City will go on sale Friday, January 10, 2025 for performances on April 1-6, 2025. Learn more about this upcoming performance here!

LIFE OF PI Comes to Providence Performing Arts in February
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024

 LIFE OF PI is currently embarking on a multi-city tour, with a stop at the Providence Performing Arts Center in February. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Louisa Lytton Joins UK Tour of THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024

Louisa Lytton – best-known for her starring roles as Ruby Allen in Eastenders - is set to star as Rachel Watson at certain dates in a new UK tour of The Girl on the Train.

LIFE OF PI Opens at Ambani Cultural Centre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2024

The original Olivier and Tony Award-winning production of Life of Pi opens tonight at the Grand Theatre in Mumbai’s state-of-the-art Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre.

Theatrical Licensing Agency Launches Backed by Simon Friend Entertainment
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

New theatrical licensing agency Theatre Global has opened its doors today, fully financed by leading UK production company Simon Friend Entertainment, and led by a former Concord Theatricals Vice President Steven Greenhalgh.

Janie Dee Will Lead A ROLE TO DIE FOR at the Barn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2024

Janie Dee will star in the Built By Barn world premiere of A Role To Die For, a brand-new play written by Jordan Waller and directed by Olivier Award winning Derek Bond.

Laura Whitmore Joins UK And Ireland Tour Of THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2024

Irish presenter, writer, broadcaster and former Love Island host, Laura Whitmore is set to star as Rachel Watson in a new UK tour of the smash-hit Wiltshire Creative Production of The Girl on the Train.

Laura Whitmore Joins UK Tour of THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024

Irish presenter, writer, broadcaster and former Love Island host, Laura Whitmore is set to star as Rachel Watson at certain dates in a new UK tour of The Girl on the Train. Learn more here!

GHOST STORIES Comes to Theatre Royal Brighton in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2024

After exhilarating audiences across the globe with record-breaking, sell-out productions and a smash hit film, Simon Friend Entertainment is delighted to announce the return of Andy Nyman and Jeremy Dyson’s supernatural sensation Ghost Stories in a full UK Tour.

HERE YOU COME AGAIN Returns To The King's Due To Demand
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2024

The King's Theatre, Glasgow have announced that, Here You Come Again - which is currently bringing joy to audiences will return to the King's Theatre, Glasgow from 21-26 January 2025 following a triumphant week of shows at the venue this month.

Asa Butterfield Will Make His Stage Debut in One-Man Comedy Play, SECOND BEST
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2024

Asa Butterfield, star of Netflix’s Sex Education will make his stage debut in the one-man play, Second Best – a fictional story about the boy who came second to play Harry Potter. 

Dolly Parton Musical HERE YOU COME AGAIN Comes to Riverside Studios, Hammersmith; Plus Additional Tour Dates
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2024

Here You Come Again - which is currently spreading joy across the country on a UK tour – will play a limited festive season at Riverside Studios, Hammersmith where the show will run from Tuesday 10th December to Saturday 18th January.

Oasis Vs. Blur Play THE BATTLE is Aiming for the West End in 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2024

'The Battle' John Niven, detailing the 1990s British band rivalry of Oasis vs. Blur, is heading to the West End. Learn more about the new play!

THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN Comes to The Theatre Royal Glasgow in January
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2024

The Theatre Royal, Glasgow has announced that actor, writer, broadcaster and 2020 I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out Of Here winner, Giovanna Fletcher is set to star as Rachel Watson in a new UK tour of the smash-hit Wiltshire Creative Production of The Girl on the Train.

Paula Hawkins' Psychological Thriller THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN Returns To Brighton Next Year
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 12, 2024

PAULA HAWKINS’ psychological thriller THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN is set to return to Brighton next year, promising an engaging and suspenseful experience for theatergoers.

Giovanna Fletcher to Lead UK Tour of THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2024

Actor, writer, broadcaster and 2020 I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out Of Here winner, Giovanna Fletcher is set to star as Rachel Watson in a new UK tour of The Girl on the Train. Learn how purchase tickets.

Susan Wokoma and Oliver Johnstone Join THE REAL THING at The Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2024

The Old Vic has announced that Susan Wokoma (Cheaters, Enola Holmes 1 and 2) and Oliver Johnstone (All My Sons, Henry V) have joined the cast of Tom Stoppard's The Real Thing.

Les Dennis Will Lead Bill Bryson's NOTES FROM A SMALL ISLAND at The Theatre Royal, Glasgow
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024

Bill Bryson's smash-hit memoir,  Notes From A Small Island, will journey to the stage of the Theatre Royal, Glasgow as part of a national UK tour starring TV favourite Les Dennis as much-loved writer Bill Bryson.

Photos: First Look At SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE VALLEY OF FEAR At Southwark Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2024

Blackeyed Theatre, in association with South Hill Park Arts Centre, has released first look photos of Sherlock Holmes: The Valley of Fear by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and adapted for the stage by Nick Lane.

Scottish Premiere Of New Dolly Parton Musical HERE YOU COME AGAIN Comes To Glasgow's King's Theatre in October
by Stephi Wild - Feb 1, 2024

Here You Come Again will arrive in Glasgow as part of a major UK tour ahead of performances in the West End. The Scottish premiere of this new Dolly Parton musical brings all her biggest hits together for the first time ever in a rollicking and joyful show, fully authorised by Dolly herself.