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Sebastian Faulks’s epic story of love and loss returns to the stage marking the 30th anniversary of the international best-selling novel.



The critically acclaimed show returns in a brand-new production. Telling the story of one man’s journey through an all-consuming love affair and into the horror of the First World War.



In pre-war France, a young Englishman, Stephen Wraysford, embarks on a passionate and dangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their world upside down. As the war breaks out over the idyll of his former life, Stephen must lead his men through the carnage of the Battle of the Somme and through the sprawling tunnels that lie deep underground. Faced with the unprecedented horror of the war Stephen clings to the memory of Isabelle as his world explodes around him.



A mesmerising story of love and courage. Set both before and during the Great War. Once seen never forgotten.



Starring award-winning actor Max Bowden, best known for the role of Ben Mitchell in EastEnders, James Esler (Litvinenko) and Charlie Russell (The Goes Wrong Show, And Then There Were None (BBC)) and produced by the award-winning Original Theatre, who brought you the smash hit productions of The Mirror Crack’d by Agatha Christie, Murder in the Dark and The Habit of Art.



★★★★ ‘A staggering achievement’ Daily Mail



★★★★ ‘Uniformly excellent’ The Times



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Casting Revealed for UK Tour of THE CROFT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2019


Casting has this week been revealed for the upcoming UK tour of Ali Milles' brand new thriller The Croft, which comes to Coventry's Belgrade Theatre from 15-18 April as part of its Spring Season 2020. Based on a true story, this bold and haunting new play sets its scene in a remote region of the Scottish Highlands.

Drew Cain Joins Cast Of THE CROFT Tour 2020
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2019


Drew Cain and Simon Roberts play David / Alec and Tom / Patrick respectively in The Original Theatre Company's new thriller, The Croft by Ali Milles. They join the previously announced Gwen Taylor as Enid, Caroline Harker as Suzanne / Ruth and Lucy Doyle as Laura / Eilene. The UK tour begins at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham on 22 January 2020.

Photo Flash: Apollo Theater Celebrates Classic Girl Groups With Martha Reeves, Sarah Dash, & Joshie Jo Armstead
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2019


Apollo Theater Celebrates Classic Girl Groups with Martha Reeves, Sarah Dash, & Joshie Jo Armstead. The Apollo Theater's Education Program brought together three legendary artists for She's A Rebel! A Tribute to Girl Groups of the 50s, 60s, & 70s on November 14, 2019. Presented as part of Apollo Education's 'Apollo Live Wire' discussion series, led by Senior Director of Education Shirley Taylor, the evening featured a lively panel discussion with founding members of groundbreaking girl groups, including Martha Reeves (Martha Reeves & the Vandellas), Sarah Dash (Patti LaBelle & the Bluebelles), and Joshie Jo Armstead (The Ikettes).

Omar Souleyman Releases New Album 'Shlon'
by Abigail Charpentier - Nov 22, 2019


Syrian wedding singer turned global dance icon Omar Souleyman today releases his 4th studio album Shlon via Mad Decent / Because Music.

Photo Flash: First Look at THE CANTERVILLE GHOST at the Unicorn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2019


Justin Audibert directs Anthony Weigh's new version of Oscar Wilde's comic novella, The Canterville Ghost - in a riotously spooky production for all the family, using magic and spectacular illusion to bring this classic and much-loved ghost story to life.  

Gwen Taylor Will Star In New Thriller THE CROFT on Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2019


The Original Theatre Company present the new Ali Milles thriller, The Croft, based on a true story and starring Gwen Taylor. The Croft will begin its UK tour at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham on 22 January 2020.

BWW Interview: Ember Reynolds, Elisha Summers, Kevin Shipp, Katharine Nelson, Falon Scott of I AM FRANKENSTEIN at Maumelle High School Performing Arts Center
by Theresa Bertram - Oct 29, 2019


Just in time for Halloween, Maumelle High School will be presenting I AM FRANKENSTEIN, an adaptation from Arkansas playwright John Haman, Thursday, Oct. 31, and Friday, Nov. 1. 'It's the story of two tortured creatures,' says Haman. 'Victor's famous monster, and the novel's troubled author, Mary Shelley.' I was privileged to sit in on a rehearsal and speak with some of the actors bringing this show to life.

Christmas at the Unicorn Announces Three Show Lineup
by Julie Musbach - Oct 14, 2019


Christmas at the Unicorn continues the theatre's hugely successful tradition of producing thrilling, imaginative and visual theatre for all the family.  

Violinist Midori Tours Vivian Fung's BIRDSONG
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2019


Internationally acclaimed violinist Midori will tour JUNO Award-winning Canadian composer Vivian Fung's Birdsong to DC, NYC, and London from November 2-8, 2019. Commissioned by the Delaware Chamber Music Festival through the DeRosa Family Fund, Fung's 10-minute long Birdsong was premiered in June, 2012 in Wilmington, Delaware by violinist Kristin Lee and pianist Conor Hanick. Birdsong was written in memoriam of Julian Rodescu and showcases the virtuosity of both piano and violin, with quick runs, intense rhythmic passages, and exploration of improvisational moments. The title refers to the birdcalls of the opening and closing, as well as the general rhapsodic nature of the violin in this piece.

SHOW ME SHORTS 2019 Programme Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 4, 2019


Show Me Shorts Film Festival has revealed the 2019 programme, which includes their largest number of films ever: sixty short films and three music videos, chosen from a record 2040 entries.

Cooperstown Summer Music Festival Closes Season With Concert Inspired By Birdsong
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2019


Flutist Linda Chesis will present an afternoon of chamber music inspired by birdsong on Sunday, October 6 at 4:00pm at the Otesaga Resort Hotel ballroom in Cooperstown. The concert is the final event of the Cooperstown Summer Music Festival's 21st season.

William Forsythe Brings A QUIET EVENING OF DANCE to The Shed
by Julie Musbach - Sep 9, 2019


Renowned choreographer William Forsythe brings a new kind of dance work to The Shed, October 11 a?" 25, 2019, that, like an evening of chamber music, is designed to be listened to. Staged in the 500-seat Griffin Theater, A Quiet Evening of Dance is an intimate experience for audiences in which choreography is stripped down to its essence, with works ranging from sparse analytic distillation to baroque-inspired counterpoint.

Full Casting Announced For THE EXORCIST at Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2019


Casting has been confirmed for The Exorcist's eagerly anticipated run at Theatre Royal next month.

Full Cast Announced For The Tour Of THE EXORCIST
by Stephi Wild - Aug 30, 2019


The full cast has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of The Exorcist, starring national treasure and BAFTA Award Winner, Paul Nicholas, most recognised for playing the role of Vince Pinner in the celebrated British sitcom Just Good Friends, who will play Father Merin. Alongside Paul will be TV star Sophie Ward, best known for her roles in Holby City and Heartbeat playing Chris MacNeil, and household name Ben Caplan best known for his time as Sgt. Peter Noakes in Call the Midwife, who will play Father Damien. This talented trio will lead the cast for the UK and Ireland tour of the spine-tingling live production of The Exorcist, based on the best-selling novel by William Peter Blatty.

Full Company Announced For The World Premiere Of Emily White's Debut Play PAVILION
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2019


Theatr Clwyd today announce the full company for the world première of Emily White's debut play Pavilion. Artistic Director Tamara Harvey directs Ifan Huw Dafydd (Dewi), Carly-Sophia Davies (Jess), Caitlin Drake (Myfanwy), Ellis Duffy (Gary), Michael Geary (Evan), Lowri Hamer (Bethan), Victoria John (Big Nell), Kristian Phillips (Lloyd), Adam Redmore (Mark/Will), Rebecca Smith-Williams (Mary) and Tim Treloar (Dylan). The production opens at Theatr Clwyd on 2 October, with previews from 26 September, until 12 October.

Nominees Announced For h100 Awards
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2019


h Club (Formerly The Hospital Club) have announced the nominees for this year's h100 Awards. The awards, now in their eleventh year, recognise and celebrate the UK's creative talent across ten different categories: Advertising, Marketing & PR; Architecture & Design, Arts & Crafts; Fashion; Film; Games; Music; Publishing & Writing; Television Broadcast; Theatre & Performance.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For THE NIGHT WATCH at Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2019


The Original Theatre Company and York Theatre Royal present, from the international number one best-selling author Sarah Waters, THE NIGHT WATCH, adapted by Hattie Naylor (Ivan And The Dogs, Going Dark, As the Crow Flies and Bluebeard). First performed in 2016 at Manchester's Royal Exchange, the first revival of THE NIGHT WATCH opens at Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne on 22 August, touring the UK until 23 November 2019.

Minnesota Orchestra Releases Recording Of Mahler's First Symphony
by Julie Musbach - Jul 30, 2019


The Swedish label BIS Records is releasing the fourth album of the Minnesota Orchestra's ongoing Mahler recording series—a recording of Mahler's First Symphony, the Titan, conducted by Music Director Osmo Vänskä. The album will be released on disc in the U.S. and Canada, digitally worldwide, at Orchestra Hall, and through the Minnesota Orchestra's website, minnesotaorchestra.org, on August 2,2019.  

Photo Flash: (mostly)musicals Heads Into The DOG DAYS Of Summer With A Look Back At BODY LANGUAGE
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2019


(mostly)musicals is PANTING to tell you about our NEXT edition - DOG DAYS of Summer (an off-the-leash cabaret) on Monday, 8.12.19!

Hans Bilger Announces New Album, Shares Track
by Tori Hartshorn - Jul 16, 2019


Brooklyn-born, Berlin-based songwriter Hans Bilger is excited to announce his debut solo albumMeridian, out September 5, 2019 via Good Child Music. To ring in the announcement, Hans has shared the album's first single 'Had It And Lost It'. 

Sarah Waters's THE NIGHT WATCH Will Tour For The First Time
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2019


The Original Theatre Company and York Theatre Royal present, from the international number one best-selling author Sarah Waters, THE NIGHT WATCH, adapted by Hattie Naylor (Ivan And The Dogs, Going Dark, As the Crow Flies and Bluebeard). First performed in 2016 at Manchester's Royal Exchange, the first revival of THE NIGHT WATCH opens at Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne on 22 August, touring the UK until 23 November 2019. 

Wiltshire Creative To Premiere Barney Norris's Retelling Of Lorca's BLOOD WEDDING
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2019


Wiltshire Creative will premiere Barney Norris' explosive new adaptation of Lorca's Blood Wedding, retold in present-day Wiltshire, at Salisbury Playhouse in February as part of its 2019-20 Autumn Winter season.

Disney's THE LION KING Announces Casting For UK And Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2019


The Walt Disney Company UK and Ireland has today announced the principal company for the UK and Ireland tour of the landmark musical THE LION KING which will open in Bristol in September 2019 before moving on to Edinburgh in December 2019. Further cities will be announced in due course.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For (mostly)musicals: BODY LANGUAGE
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2019


(mostly)musicals is BACK with their 33rd edition, BODY Language (a cabaret for every BODY), on Monday June 3rd at the newly renamed Feinstein's at Vitello's! The evening will be in the capable HANDS of Gregory Nabours at the piano and will feature performers you'll be HEAD over HEELS for, from Broadway and LA, singing songs about ANATOMY!

Peggy Gou Announces DJ-Kicks EP
by Tori Hartshorn - May 31, 2019


Ahead of her induction into the DJ-Kicks mix series, Peggy Gou announces a sampler EP featuring brand new material from Hiver and I:Cube. Leading with Gou's exclusive track 'Hungboo', the EP offers a further glimpse into the highly anticipated mix which is out on the 28th June.

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