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Review: POWER OF SAIL, Menier Chocolate Factory
by Mica Blackwell - Apr 2, 2024

Early in Power of Sail, we learn it’s firmly set in 2019. A mere year later, the world would face a global pandemic, the Black Lives Matter movement and online misinformation reaching its peak as right-wing have been given bigger platforms to express their hate under the guise of freedom of speech. Still

Photos: First Look at POWER OF SAIL at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2024

The Menier Chocolate Factory's production of Power of Sail begins previews on 20 March, and opens 28 March, running through 12 May. Check out all new photos here!

Giles Terera and Michael Benz Complete the Cast of POWER OF SAIL at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2024

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced that Giles Terera and Michael Benz join the cast of the European première of Paul Grellong's Power of Sail, directed by Dominic Dromgoole. Performances run 20 March – 12 May.

Cast Set For POWER OF SAIL at the Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2024

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced casting the European première of Paul Grellong’s Power of Sail. Performances run 20 March – 12 May.

Video: Watch Highlights from CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 22, 2023

Production highlights from the new production of Calendar Girls the Musical have been released. Watch the cast in action in this video!

Everyman Theatre Cheltenham Unveils New Season Brochure
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2023

The Everyman Theatre has announced the release of its new brochure, and unveiled a captivating line up of shows that promises to entertain and inspire audiences throughout the upcoming season. Learn more about the full upcoming production lineup here!

Photos: First Look at CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 13, 2023

Production photos from the new production of Calendar Girls the Musical have been released. Written by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth, the cast includes recent stars from Coronation Street and EastEnders (Amy Robbins and Tanya Franks), three recording stars whose hit records have approached nearly 70 million in sales (Lyn Paul with The New Seekers, Maureen Nolan with The Nolans and musical theatre star Marti Webb), the co-star of one of TV’s most popular series of the last twenty years (Honeysuckle Weeks of Foyles War), and Paula Tappenden star of Blood Brothers.  

HEATHERS, FOOTLOOSE, and More Set For Darlington Hippodrome's Autumn Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023

Darlington Hippodrome has launched an autumn season of shows for all ages and tastes. Learn more about the lineup of performances and find out how to get tickets here!

Milton Keynes Theatre Confirms Autumn Season Line Up
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 16, 2023

Milton Keynes Theatre has enjoyed a fabulous season so far this year with smash- hit musicals, stunning dance, thrilling drama and sublime opera and the lineup for the autumn season is just as spectacular.

Cast Set For the UK Tour of CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2023

The cast has been revealed for the new production of Calendar Girls the Musical, written by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth. Learn more about the cast, the tour, and how to get tickets, here!

Cast Announced For New UK Tour of CALENDAR GIRLS, Launching This August
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2023

A new U.K. tour of Calendar Girls the Musical is set to launch this August at the Theatre Royal Windsor.

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of Clint Dyer's OTHELLO?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 1, 2022

Clint Dyer’s production is the first Othello from a black director at the National. Starring Giles Terera as Othello and Rosy McEwen as Desdemona, the Shakespearean tragedy opened last night (30 November). What did the critics think of the new revival?

Full Cast Announced For OTHELLO at the National Theatre Starring Giles Terera
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2022

Clint Dyer (Death of England: Parts 1, 2, and 3; Get Up Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical) will direct an extraordinary new vision for William Shakespeare's Othello in the Lyttelton theatre from 23 November 2022 until 21 January 2023. The full cast is announced as rehearsals begin at the National Theatre.

Giles Terera-Led OTHELLO and New Play KERRY JACKSON to Be Presented at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2022

The National Theatre has announced two further productions to be staged this winter, Shakespeare's Othello and Kerry Jackson a new play by April De Angelis, both going on sale to the public on 21 July.

Greenwich+Docklands International Festival Announces Line Up For Ceremonies Taking Place Around Luke Jerram's In Memoriam
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2020

Greenwich+Docklands International Festival today announces the line-ups for two special ceremonies planned in tribute to the NHS, which take place on the opening weekend of the 25th annual festival, at the site of Luke Jerram's In Memoriam on Woolwich Common.

Photo Flash: LOVE IN IDLENESS Celebrates Opening Night at the Apollo Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2017

Following a sold-out run at the Menier Chocolate Factory, Trevor Nunn's revival of Terence Rattigan's brilliant comedy Love in Idleness has just transferred to the Apollo Theatre. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening festivities below!

Yellow Earth Theatre Company presents YELLOW EARTH ACADEMY 2017 This July
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2017

Yellow Earth Theatre Company's ACADEMY is now in its 8th year and will run from July 17th to July 28th at ALRA in a bid to inspire the next generation of British East Asian* actors. This intensive, two week, fully funded course led by professionals working in the industry will give students a taste of drama school training, some vital skills and a host of insiders' tips on how to become a professional actor in theatre, TV, film or radio.

Menier Chocolate Factory's THE TRUTH Headed to West End with Frances O'Connor and More
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2016

The latest play from French sensation Florian Zeller just finished its run at Menier Chocolate Factory and will now transfer to Wyndham's Theatre in the West End, beginning June 22nd, according to the Daily Mail. 

Photo Flash: THE TRUTH Opens Tonight at Menier Chocolate Factory
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2016

The latest play from French sensation Florian Zeller, who has already enjoyed a pair of London hits with THE FATHER and THE MOTHER, is currently onstage at Menier Chocolate Factory. THE TRUTH is about two couples - their friendship, suspicion and deceit. BroadwayWorld has a look at the cast in action below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Alexander Hanson and Frances O'Connor in THE TRUTH at Menier Chocolate Factory
by BWW News Desk - Mar 14, 2016

The latest play from French sensation Florian Zeller, who has already enjoyed a pair of London hits with THE FATHER and THE MOTHER, is currently onstage at Menier Chocolate Factory. THE TRUTH is about two couples - their friendship, suspicion and deceit. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!