TV Adaptation of THE VELVETEEN RABBIT in the Works
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 13, 2018
Producers of 'The Gruffalo' and the writer of the BBC and Netflix series “Watership Down” are adapting “The Velveteen Rabbit” for TV, according to Variety. Magic Light Pictures and Tom Bidwell are currently in development on the project and have begun talks with broadcasters.
Guest Blog: Actor Charlie Guest Talks ROOM ON THE BROOM LIVE
by Guest Blog: Charlie Guest - Nov 26, 2018
I have always wanted to join the cast of Room on the Broom. It's a brilliant piece with catchy songs, a lovely storyline and host of brilliant characters. It really is a great show for everyone to enjoy.
BBC One and Magic Light Announce THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE for Christmas 2019
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 6, 2018
Magic Light Pictures, the multi Oscar nominated and Bafta award-winning production company, has announced that an animated adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's children's book The Snail and the Whale is in production and set to premiere on BBC One for Christmas 2019.
Stratford Circus Arts Centre's FULL HEARTS FULL TUMMIES Returns
by Julie Musbach - Oct 15, 2018
Following an amazing response which saw record donations last year Stratford Circus Arts Centre will run its Full Heart Full Tummies campaign again this year. The arts centre, and charity, is aiming to raise £12,000 to make Christmas a magical one for parents and children who may not otherwise be able to afford a family day out over the festive season.
Rose Theatre Kingston Announces Spring 2019 Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2018
With the world premiere double-bill of Nick Dear's Hogarth's Progress currently playing at Rose Theatre Kingston as part of its 10th anniversary season, the company today announces its Spring 2019 season. This will be the first season presented in the venue's newly reconfigured auditorium, with developments taking place in January 2019 following a capital fundraising programme.
GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES To Make Its SA Debut
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2018
Gruesome Playground Injuries, the dark comedy by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph, has its South African premiere at Alexander Bar from 5 to 17 November. Directed by multiple award-winner Tara Notcutt (The Taming of the Shrew, The Three Little Pigs, …miskien), the two hander stars Matt Newman as Doug, and introducing Candice Bernstein as Kayleen.
World Premiere Stage Adaptation of ZOG Comes To The Wyvern Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2018
Freckle Productions and Rose Theatre Kingston present the world premiere stage adaptation of Zog, based on the book by Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, which will fly into Swindon at the Wyvern Theatre on Wed 10 - Thu 11 April on its first ever UK Tour.
Julia Donaldson's STICK MAN Returns to the West End, Celebrating 10th Anniversary of the Book
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2018
Freckle Productions are delighted to announce that Stick Man, based on the book by Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, will return to London in 2018 for its eighth annual West End season. Playing at Leicester Square Theatre from Saturday 20 October 2018 to Sunday 6 January 2019, the run will coincide with the 10th Anniversary of the book.
Renowned Theatre Company Tall Stories Celebrates Its 21st Birthday
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2018
Olivier award nominated and Renowned Theatre Company Tall Stories Celebrates Its 21st Birthday in 2018 with a stellar year of productions including a brand new show for grown-ups. The 1997 Edinburgh Fringe saw the premiere of the company's first show, 'The Happy Prince and Other Stories', adapted from Oscar Wilde's fairy tales. 21 years later, the company returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with two distinctive Wilde adaptations: the world premiere of 'THE CANTERVILLE GHOST' (definitely not suitable for under 12s) and the Edinburgh premiere of 'WILDE CREATURES' (for ages 5 and over) - straight from London's West End.
Cast Announced For MAMMA MIA! International Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2018
Full casting has been announced for the sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! which comes to Palace Theatre, Manchester from 3rd - 14th July 2018 as part of its international tour. Shona White (Donna Sheridan), Nicky Swift (Rosie), Helen Anker (Tanya), Tamlyn Henderson (Sam Carmichael), Daniel Crowder (Harry Bright), Matthew Rutherford (Bill Austin), Lucy May Barker (Sophie Sheridan), Phillip Ryan (Sky), Leisha Mollyneaux (Ali), Lottie Henshall (Lisa), Matt Jordan-Pidgeon (Pepper) and Michael Nelson (Eddie) will star in the production. At certain performances the role of Donna Sheridan will be played by Natalie Langston.
THE GRUFFALO Closes Out 2017-2018 Family Season At Tribeca PAC
by Julie Musbach - May 3, 2018
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, proudly presents the final event in the 2017-2018 Family Series Season: The Gruffalo: Live On Stage on Sunday, May 20 at 1:30PM. The Gruffalo is part of BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center's 2017-2018 Family Theater Season, featuring plays, musicals, puppetry, concerts and dance for all ages.