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The Olivier Award-winning play and Hollywood hit film.



‘What do you want?’

‘To be loved.’

‘That simple?’

‘It’s a big want.’



In the chaos of London; four strangers meet, fall in love and fall apart.

To mark the 25th Anniversary of the play’s premiere, Olivier Award winning director, Clare Lizzimore, stages a radical new production of Patrick Marber’s cult-classic about longing, lust, sex, and desire.



Would you risk it all for a moment of passion?



__Access Performances__



Open Captioned: Sat 30 July, 2:30pm



Audio Described Performance: Saturday 30 July, 7.30pm


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HAMILTON Tickets Go On Sale Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024


Single tickets for HAMILTON at the Paramount will go on sale to the public on Tuesday, October 8 at 10am.

MAGGIE'S CABARET Coming To Fells Point Corner Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024


Motte & Bailey, prod. will present an evening of songs, stories, and memories in honor of our beloved friend and co-conspirator in the arts, Maggie Flanigan, who passed away suddenly on August 17, 2024

Shania Twain, MUNA, & More Join 6th Annual 'Girls Just Wanna Weekend' Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 4, 2024


In addition to multiple sets from Carlile, Girls Just Wanna Weekend will include performances by Shania Twain, MUNA, Maren Morris, Lucius, Brandy Clark, Brittney Spencer, Jensen McRae, Allison Ponthier, Arroba Nat, Tish Melton, SistaStrings, Yasmin Williams, and more.

Review: NOWHERE, Battersea Arts Centre
by Cindy Marcolina - Oct 5, 2024


The world is a dark place. Every day, we seem to edge closer to the start of another global conflict. Nowhere is safe. War and destruction have become steady protagonists on our television screens, to the point where we’re growing increasingly desensitised to violence.

Tickets For HAMILTON in Seattle Go on Sale Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024


Single tickets for HAMILTON in Seattle will go on sale to the public on Tuesday, October 8 at 10am.

José Navas Celebrates Love and Resilience With AVES
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024


 José Navas returns to Danse Danse to present his latest solo, AVES, from October 22 to 26 at Place des Arts’ Cinquième Salle.

Review: MISTER LINCOLN at Ford's Theatre
by Tavish Young - Oct 3, 2024


Mister Lincoln is a pleasant and ruminative piece on the United States and its history. It's humorous, informative, and for American history buffs, surely spellbinding. Read our critic's take.

Spotlight: THE VOTE at The Studio Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - Oct 4, 2024


The Studio Theatre - The Vote: Opens September 27th

Jim Kierstead Named President Of The York Theatre Company Board Of Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2024


Jim Kierstead has been named as the new President of The York Theatre Company Board of Directors, bringing his extensive experience in theater production to the organization. Learn more about Kierstead and about the position.

mAnJE ! MaNJe Comes to the Magnet Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2024


Multiple award-winning Magnet Theatre will present a brand new show mAnJE ! MaNJe (an epic) this November.

Rosie Perez, J. Harrison Ghee, & More Set for You Gotta Believe 10th Anniversary Voices: Stars For Foster Kids Fundraiser
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 2, 2024


Rosie Perez, J. Harrison Ghee, NBC 4 New York's Janice Huff, Seth Rudetsky & more have been announced for the You Gotta Believe 10th Anniversary Voices: Stars for Foster Kids fundraiser on Monday, November 18, 2024, at The Town Hall.

Interview: Marissa Bode's Journey to the Big Screen in WICKED
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 9, 2024


BroadwayWorld sat down with Wicked actress Marissa Bode to discuss her experience on the highly-anticipated film, how she learned she won the role of Nessarose, and the best advice she received from her co-star and onscreen sister Cynthia Erivo.

Centaur Theatre Installs Universal Access Elevator
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2024


Centaur Theatre has installed a universal access elevator, enhancing accessibility for all patrons. This initiative reflects the theatre's commitment to inclusivity and improved audience experience. Learn more!

Royel Otis Release 'PRATTS & PAIN - It Ain't Over Til It Ends' Deluxe Album
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 2, 2024


Australia’s rising stars Royel Otis have released the deluxe edition of their debut album PRATTS & PAIN - It Ain’t Over Til It Ends - available now via OURNESS. To celebrate, the duo have treated fans to a heart-racing new single, “If Our Love Is Dead”.

Full Cast Set For THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2024


The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Learn more about the cast here!

Review: LOOK BACK IN ANGER, Almeida Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - Oct 2, 2024


If Roots is the demure first part of the Almeida’s “Angry and Young” season, Look Back in Anger is the explosive finale. How could it not be when the human flamethrower Jimmy Porter is the burning star at the centre of its orbit?

Review: FAITHLESS at Washington Stage Guild
by Tavish Young - Oct 2, 2024


Faithless asks you to consider what you are committed to, what you believe in, and most of all, why? Faithless made its area debut this September 29th at Washington Stage Guild. The piece follows an older father, Gus (Ron Litman), his two stepchildren, Claire (Patricia Hurley) and Calvin (Ben Blackman), and his adopted daughter, Rosie (Hannah Taylor). 

Student Blog: Discussing Academic Integrity
by Student Blogger: Natalie Alden - Oct 1, 2024


No one likes to talk about academic integrity, but it's important to discuss as college students taking intense courses with big workloads!

NAATCO to Present Modern Verse Translations of Shakespeare's CYMBELINE and TWELFTH NIGHT Plus More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2024


NAATCO will present the World Premiere of Andrea Thome’s modern verse translation of one of Shakespeare’s most complex plays, Cymbeline, presented in partnership with Play On Shakespeare. Learn more about upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets.

Gallant Releases Striking New Album 'Zinc.' Featuring Nao
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2024


Gallant's new album Zinc. is out now via Mom+Pop Music. Created with producer Ariza, the album showcases Gallant's recognizable falsetto over glitchy beats, spacey piano, and nocturnal rhythms.

Review: MY MOTHER'S FUNERAL, Mercury Theatre
by Jess Ashley - Sep 30, 2024


“In death we are the same” – a phrase which Kelly Jones’ captivating play (…within a play… within a play) beautifully dissects. My Mother’s Funeral: The Show was first developed by Jones through the Mercury Theatre’s Playwrights Development Programme, before being picked up through an open call by Paines Plough. Now, following a successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, My Mother’s Funeral returns to the Mercury’s Studio for a limited time, before continuing its tour across the country.

REVIEW: Kym Vaitiekus shares his thoughts on GILGAMESH
by Jade Kops - Sep 29, 2024


REVIEW: Kym Vaitiekus shares his thoughts on GILGAMESH, Jack Symond's new epic Opera.

Review: INTO THE WOODS at Great Lakes Theater
by Roy Berko - Sep 29, 2024


What did our critic think of INTO THE WOODS at Great Lakes Theater?

Review: THE TROJAN WOMEN, Lyric Hammersmith
by Gary Naylor - Sep 29, 2024


Euripides in W6? A distressingly close fit.

Center Stage Records and Keaka Productions Present WILD ABOUT YOU World Premiere Recording: Deluxe Edition
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2024


The WILD ABOUT YOU Deluxe Edition, featuring music and lyrics by Chilina Kennedy, is out today. The album includes two new tracks with performances by Eric McCormack, Ashley Loren, and Troy Iwata.

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