Tom Richards

Review: LONDON COMMUNITY GOSPEL CHOIR AT CHRISTMAS, Royal Albert Hall
by Franco Milazzo - Dec 27, 2024

There’s something about the London Community Gospel Choir that will get any place - even one as large and grand as the Royal Albert Hall - up on their feet, dancing, clapping and singing along as if their entire Christmas was rolled into this one night.

Pouya Ehsaei, with Sadio Sissokho and Peter Lutek, to Play Small World Centre in April
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 24, 2024

Pouya Ehsaei from London, UK, joins Juno award-winning artist Sadio Sissokho on kora and vocals with Peter Lutek on reeds for a live set uniting electronics with West African music and avant-garde composition.

UWUW Releases Captivating Retro-Soul-and-Pop Influenced Debut LP Out Now
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2022

UWUW (pronounced you-you) have just released their debut, self-titled LP on We Are Busy Bodies Records. With some of Toronto's most experienced and revered musicians making this project possible, it's no wonder why the sonic presence of this project demands your attention and doesn't let you go.

Review: AN EVENING WITH JOE STILGOE, Hippodrome Casino
by Cindy Marcolina - Jun 16, 2022

What did our critic think of AN EVENING WITH JOE STILGOWith his latest album’s dropping on the musical theatre scene a few months ago, Joe Stilgoe brought to the attention of all his listeners the figure of Frank Matcham, the turn-of-the-century English architect who specialised in theatres and music halls.E at Hippodrome Casino?

The Heavyweights Brass Band Release New Single 'Fake It'
by Michael Major - Jun 14, 2022

The best brass music is full of sass, funky rhythms, and snappy melodies and Canada’s Heavyweights Brass Band has all that, and more! Down and deeply in the groove with their new sax- and soul-powered new single, “Fake It” is available from Slammin Media, and distributed worldwide by Believe this June 10th on all platforms!

BWW Review: JOE STILGOE & THE BBC CONCERT ORCHESTRA, Barbican Centre
by Cindy Marcolina - May 3, 2022

Joe Stilgoe’s new album is an ode to theatre itself. After an overture worthy of the most exquisite Golden Age musical, the jazz wizard goes into a warm, rich love letter to show business. Read our BWW critic's review.

Kevin Bacon & Michael Bacon, John-Andrew Morrison and More Announced for Hartford Stage's Virtual Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2021

Hartford Stage announced today the complete lineup for the company's Virtual Gala. The streaming event, set to premiere on Saturday, April 10 at 8pm EDT, will be hosted by John-Andrew Morrison (A Christmas Carol) and will feature an exclusive 30-minute concert by Americana duo The Bacon Brothers (Michael and Kevin Bacon) & more.

The Bacon Brothers Highlight Hartford Stage Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2021

Hartford Stage announces today that an exclusive concert by The Bacon Brothers — Michael and Kevin Bacon — will headline this year's fundraising Gala. Premiering on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at 8 pm, the annual Hartford Stage gala will be virtual due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

The Yard Theatre Announces New Shows For 2019 - NOW Festival, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2018

The Yard has announced a new season of work to kick off 2019.

BWW Review: JOE STILGOE BAND, Ronnie Scott's
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 29, 2018

There are live performers who bring a charisma and immediate sense of warmth and charm to the stage, along with an astounding talent. Joe Stilgoe is one such performer; sliding onto the tiny stage of Ronnie Scott's, he looked like he had lived most of his life holding court in front of an audience.

Three Weekends Remain of River Stage Festival on London's South Bank
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2018

River Stage, London's largest free outdoor arts festival organised by the National Theatre in partnership with five of the UK's leading arts and culture organisations has three weekends left, with leading dance venue Sadler's Wells making its debut this Friday.

Jodi Bird Is The 2015 Principality Building Society Welsh Musical Theatre Young Singer Of The Year
by Robert Gould - Apr 15, 2015

Robert Gould reports for BWW on the final of the 2015 Welsh Musical Theatre Young Singer Of The Year at the Taliesin Arts Centre, Swansea.

Finalists Announced For The 2015 PRINCIPALITY BUILDING SOCIETY WELSH MUSICAL THEATRE YOUNG SINGER OF THE YEAR
by Robert Gould - Feb 17, 2015

Robert Gould reports on the preliminary round of the 2015 Welsh Musical Theatre Young Singer Of The Year Competition.

James Gandolfini's Legacy of Supporting Service Members Continues Through Wounded Warrior Project
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 24, 2014

Starting July 28, and with his family's blessing, Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) will feature the late James Gandolfini as part of their national television campaign.

BWW Reviews: ME AND MY GIRL - Madcap Midsummer Mirth
by Nancy Grossman - Jul 16, 2014

Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston brings back this crowd-pleasing British musical comedy about a cockney gent who learns that he is the 14th heir to the Earl of Hareford, but must choose between love and money. Director/Choreographer Cynthia Thole appeared in the original Broadway revival of ME AND MY GIRL and transmits her familiarity with the show to an exuberant cast, led by engaging, talented Peabody native Joshua Holden.

'Ghost Hunter' Richard Barraclough Leads Haunted Tour of Edinburgh, Now thru 8/26
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2013

York's most critically acclaimed 'ghost hunter' Richard 'Dick' Barraclough will lead a gruesome guided tour around Scotland's most haunted city from today, 31 July - 26 August (no tours on the 14 or 15 August).

'Ghost Hunter' Richard Barraclough to Lead Haunted Tour of Edinburgh, 7/31-8/26
by Devin MacDonald - Jul 12, 2013

York's most critically acclaimed 'ghost hunter' Richard 'Dick' Barraclough will lead a gruesome guided tour around Scotland's most haunted city from 31 July - 26 August (no tours on the 14 or 15 August).Join Dick as he weaves his way through the dark shadows and stories behind some of Edinburgh's most famous haunted location. Hear him regale about the Headless Drummer of the Edinburgh Castle. Tread the boards carefully as he teaches about the fiery conflagration of the Festival Theatre. This free guided tour is sure to send a shiver down the spine and make even the most courageous quake in their shoes.

Emerson Umbrella Center for Arts Presents JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, Now thru 4/14
by BWW News Desk - Mar 29, 2013

Emerson Umbrella Center for Arts is gearing up for its spring season and a brand new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. The run opens tonight, March 29th and will play a limited engagement through April 14th.

Emerson Umbrella Center for Arts to Present JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, 3/29-4/14
by BWW News Desk - Jan 4, 2013

Emerson Umbrella Center for Arts is gearing up for its spring season and a brand new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. The run opens on March 29th and will play a limited engagement through April 14th.

Mercury Welcomes Lauren Snouffer in A BAROQUE CHRISTMAS, 12/7 & 8
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2012

Mercury is elated to welcome a Mercury-favorite, soprano Lauren Snouffer, to A Baroque Christmas on Dec. 7 & 8 at the Wortham Center, Cullen Theater. The repertoire is entirely Baroque, featuring both popular and unique Christmas favorites!