Review: CINDERELLA, King's Head Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 13, 2024
Written and directed by British Panto Award winner Andrew Pollard, Cinderella is given a “North London upgrade” in the King’s Head theatre’s first-ever pantomime. Maddy Erzan-Essien stars as the titular heroine, a girl who longs to find her place in the world and is forced to serve her evil stepsisters under the watchful eye of their mother
Darlington Hippodrome Reveals Autumn 2024 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2024
Darlington Hippodrome has announced its line-up of shows for autumn 2024 and beyond. With stand-up comedy, live music, dance, musicals and more, this is one of Darlington Hippodrome’s most varied season yet. Learn more about the lineup here!
Over £74,000 Raised at The Acting For Others West End Flea Market
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024
Theatrical charity Acting for Others has announced that more than £74,000 was raised at their fourth annual West End Flea Market, held on Saturday 18 May at St Paul's Church in Covent Garden, making it their most successful event to date.
The UK Pantomime Association's Team of Secret Judges Prepare For Packed Season Ahead
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2023
With pantomime season now in full swing, delighting audiences young and old (with many experiencing it for a magical first time), The UK Pantomime Association (UKPA)'s team of anonymous judges is busy secretly sat amongst them, ready to shortlist the very best performers, creatives and producers that the artform has to offer, for The Pantomime Awards 2024.
Over £70,000 Raised At The Acting For Others West End Flea Market
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2023
Theatrical charity Acting for Others has announced that more than £70,000 was raised at their most successful West End Flea Market to date, held on Saturday 20 May at St Paul's Church in Covent Garden, with thousands of people enjoying the fun!
Photos: Inside the Gala Night For AIN'T TOO PROUD in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023
The Ain’t Too Proud gala performance took place last night, Thursday 20 April at the Prince Edward Theatre. Guests included Hugh Grant, Sir Bob Geldof, Pete Townshend, Adrian Lester, Beverley Knight, Pearl Mackie and Su Pollard. Check out photos here!
West End Flea Market 2023 to Take Place in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2023
Theatrical charity, Acting for Others, has announced West End Flea Market 2023. This year’s event will take place on Saturday 20 May at St Paul’s Church and Churchyard, Covent Garden.
THE SNOW QUEEN Will Open in Belfast in 2022
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2022
The Lyric Theatre Belfast has commissioned writer/director Paul Boyd to create an all-new musical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's beloved adventure story The Snow Queen to run at Northern Ireland's national producing theatre from 25th November 2022.
Shows Confirmed For The Acting For Others West End Flea Market
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2022
Top West End theatre shows participating in this year's West End Flea Market, run by theatrical charity Acting for Others, have been announced. The event will take place on Saturday 21 May at St Paul's Church, Covent Garden, from 10.30am – 1pm. Entry is £1.
Su Pollard Returns to the Stage With Tour of HARPY
by Stephi Wild - Aug 11, 2021
Written by award-winning playwright Philip Meeks (Kiss Me Honey, Honey!; Murder, Margaret and Me; The Legend of Sleepy Hollow), the play was originally crafted with Su Pollard in mind. This exciting reinterpretation will be helmed under the direction of Abigail Anderson (Pride and Prejudice, UK and South Korean tour; Macbeth and Much Ado About Nothing, Merely Theatre).