Tim Newman Joins EMERALD STORM as Associate Director
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2023
West End and UK theatre star Tim Newman (Jesus Christ Superstar, Memphis, Tap Pack, Mamma Mia, Grease, Fame, Footloose, Saturday Night Fever, Tap Dogs, All The Fun At The Fair, Crazy For You) is set to join Emerald Storm as associate director.
As Melbourne Masks Up Lollipops Shines A Light At The End Of The COVID-19 Tunnel
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2020
This week Premier Daniel Andrews announced a six-week return to stage 3 lockdown for Melbourne and Mitchell Shire as a result of increased coronavirus cases. For LPI Group, the operator of the group of businesses that includes Lollipops Playlands, Kanga's Playcenters, Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt, Crazy Climb and Code Red this is a case of two steps forward one step back. Whilst their Melbourne locations will close, the rest of their Australian sites will remain open, shining a light on what Victorian's can look forward to.
Photo Flash: First Look at JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at The Barbican
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2019
Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Jesus Christ Superstar played two sell-out seasons at the Open Air Theatre, winning both the Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival and Evening Standard Award for Best Musical, before transferring to the Lyric Opera of Chicago in 2018.
THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY Leads July's Top 10 New London Shows
by Marianka Swain - Jun 26, 2019
London is never short of temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From Jason Robert Brown and Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals to riotous comedy, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews, interviews and features!
Matt Cardle Joins West End's MEMPHIS
by Christina Mancuso - May 11, 2015
Multi-platinum selling recording artist and songwriter Matt Cardle, who rose to fame winning the seventh series of ITVs The X Factor will join the cast of MEMPHIS THE MUSICAL in London, it is today announced. Cast and company of the award-winning 'Best Musical' at the Shaftesbury Theatre are delighted to welcome Matt who will star as radio DJ 'Huey Calhoun' from 6 July, taking over from Killian Donnelly who originated the role in the West End.
Beverley Knight Extends Run in MEMPHIS; Matt Cardle to Join Cast
by Tyler Peterson - May 11, 2015
Multi-platinum selling recording artist and songwriter Matt Cardle, who rose to fame winning the seventh series of ITVs The X Factor will join the cast of MEMPHIS THE MUSICAL in London, it is today announced. Cast and company of the award-winning 'Best Musical' at the Shaftesbury Theatre are delighted to welcome Matt who will star as radio DJ 'Huey Calhoun' from 6 July, taking over from Killian Donnelly who originated the role in the West End.
Beverley Knight Extends Run in West End's MEMPHIS
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 27, 2015
Producers of Memphis THE MUSICAL, which recently celebrated its 100th performance at the Shaftesbury Theatre, are delighted to announce that the Original London Cast Album is now available to purchase online for download. The CD will be available from 9 February at the Shaftesbury Theatre and via First Night Records.
UK's MEMPHIS THE MUSICAL Extends Booking Into 2015
by Matt Smith - Nov 5, 2014
MEMPHIS THE MUSICAL has today announced that 320,000 tickets are being put on sale as booking extends to 31st October 2015.
The additional tickets will be available through the Box Office and all ticket agents from this Friday 7th November at 9am.
Opening at the Shaftesbury Theatre to public and critical acclaim last month, David Bryan and Joe DiPietro's new musical, winner of four Tony® Awards including Best Musical, has been heralded as the West End's newest hit show
Photo Coverage: New Shots from MEMPHIS in the West End
by Roy Tan - Oct 22, 2014
The West End production of hit Broadway musical Memphis at the Shaftesbury Theatre has its Opening Night on 23 October 2014. Winner of four 2010 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Memphis has an Award-winning original score by Bon Jovi founding member David Bryan and book by Joe DiPietro. BroadwayWorld has new production photos below!
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Highlights from MEMPHIS in the West End!
by Stage Tube - Oct 21, 2014
The West End production of hit Broadway musical Memphis at the Shaftesbury Theatre has its Opening Night on 23 October 2014. Winner of four 2010 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Memphis has an Award-winning original score by Bon Jovi founding member David Bryan and book by Joe DiPietro. Click below to watch highlights from the show!
Photo Coverage: Meet the West End Company of MEMPHIS!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 8, 2014
Preview performances commence tomorrow for the West End production of hit Broadway musical Memphis and to celebrate, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from inside the rehearsal room below!
Photo Flash: First Look at Beverley Knight & More in Rehearsal for London's MEMPHIS
by Matt Smith - Sep 11, 2014
Rehearsals have now begun for the West End production of hit Broadway musical MEMPHIS, which will have preview performances at the Shaftesbury Theatre, London from 9 October 2014 with Opening Night on 23 October 2014. Winner of four 2010 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, MEMPHIS has a Grammy® Award-winning original score by Bon Jovi founding member David Bryan and book by Joe DiPietro.