Toby Olié

UK Premiere of SHUCKED and More Set For Regent's Park Open Air Theatre's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced Drew McOnie's inaugural season, opening with the UK premiere of musical comedy Shucked following its acclaimed run on Broadway and a US tour.

THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE THE MUSICAL Will Return to Windsor Theatre Royal and Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

The Roald Dahl Story Company has announced the return of their wickedly funny family musical based on Roald Dahl's THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE. Learn more here!

Imagine Festival 2025 Returns to Southbank Centre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2024

This February, the Southbank Centre will host the annual Imagine Children's Festival - London's leading arts festival for families.  Learn more about the upcoming events here!

Photos: THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2024

Brand new production photos have been released from the acclaimed production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe which has just opened at Leeds Playhouse. Check out the photos here!

THERE'S A BEAR ON MY CHAIR Comes to Southbank Centre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024

First published by Nosy Crow, Ross Collins’ award-winning children’s book There’s a Bear on My Chair will come to life live on stage in early 2025 adapted for the stage and featuring loveable life-sized puppetry by Toby Olié.

Full Cast and Additional Dates Set For UK Tour of THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2024

The full cast and additional tour venues have been set for the UK tour of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, celebrating the  75th Anniversary of the publication of C.S. Lewis novel which opens at Leeds Playhouse on 14 December 2024.

THE LION THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE Comes To Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024

The celebrated production of C.S. Lewis' THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE, which was loved by audiences and critics alike during its recent West End run, will come to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre next year from 28 October – 1 November 2025.

Khalid Abdalla's Solo Show NOWHERE and More Set For Fuel's 20th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024

Fuel has announced the first part of its anniversary season. The programme is a celebration of everything that has been achieved as well as a statement of intent for the future, including new work from Khalid Abdalla, Toby Olié and Melanie Wilson. Learn more about the lineup here!

Photos: First Look at SPIRITED AWAY at the London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024

Studio Ghibli’s SPIRITED AWAY, created by legendary animator and director Hayao Miyazaki, has been re-imagined for the stage. Check out all new production photos here!

Photos: Inside Opening Night of SPIRITED AWAY at the London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024

Following a sell-out tour of Japan in 2022, the original Japanese cast will perform this spectacular production for a strictly limited London season. Check out photos from opening night at the London Coliseum here!

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, The Roald Dahl Story Company and Leeds Playhouse have released first look rehearsal photos for London run of new musical The Enormous Crocodile.

THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE Will Embark on New UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024

The celebrated production of C.S. Lewis' The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, which was loved by audiences and critics alike during its recent West End run, will embark on a major new tour of the UK & Ireland, opening at Leeds Playhouse this Autumn. 

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Make of John Caird's Adaptation of SPIRITED AWAY?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 9, 2024

Studio Ghibli’s Oscar-winning Spirited Away, created by legendary animator and director Hayao Miyazaki is re-imagined for the stage by Olivier and Tony award-winning director of Les Misérables, John Caird. The original Japanese cast perform this extraordinary production with wildly imaginative puppets, dazzling set and costume designs and a live orchestra playing the magnificent original film score by Joe Hisaishi.

Video: Watch a Trailer for THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE at Open Air Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024

Watch a trailer for Open Air Theatre's The Enormous Crocodile, with book & Lyrics by Suhayla El-Bushra, music by Ahmed Abdullahi Gallab, and additional music and lyrics from Tom Brady, in the video here!

Photos: European Premiere of SPIRITED AWAY Begins at the London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024

All new photos have been released to celebrate the European premiere of the original Japanese stage production of Studio Ghibli’s Oscar-Winning classic SPIRITED AWAY, playing at the London Coliseum from 30 April until 24 August 2024.

Cast Set For THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, The Roald Dahl Story Company and Leeds Playhouse have announced casting for The Enormous Crocodile at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, running from 17 May – 8 June 2024.

Tickets Exclusively On Sale For Regents Park Open Air Theatre 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2024

The multi-award winning Regent's Park Open Air Theatre is back with another season. This summer season includes the highly-anticipated revival of Fiddler on the Roof, a retelling of the hilarious Shakespeare classic Twelfth Night, a brand-new adaptation of The Secret Garden, Roald Dahl's The Enormous Crocodile and more. Find out how to get tickets here!

Full Cast Set For SPIRITED AWAY at the London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2024

The full cast has been announced for the European premiere of the stage adaptation of SPIRITED AWAY at the London Coliseum. Find out who is starring in the show here!

Photos: Joyous New Production of Roald Dahl's THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE at Leeds Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2023

The Roald Dahl Story Company, Leeds Playhouse and Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre have revealed joyous new production ‘snaps’ of their marvellously moreish musical extravaganza, The Enormous Crocodile. Check out photos of teh cast in action here!

SPIRITED AWAY at The London Coliseum Extends Five Additional Weeks
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2023

A five-week extension  has been announced for the European premiere of the stage adaptation of SPIRITED AWAY at the London Coliseum.