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Legendary actor Robert Redford, currently starring in the drama thriller 'All Is Lost' will receive the American Riviera Award at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, it was announced today Tuesday, December 17th.

Well-loved children's books "The Gruffalo's Child" and "We're Going on a Bear Hunt" are set to hit the local theatre scene via 'KidsFest,' a children's theatre festival slated on Jan. 17 to 26, 2014, at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati.

Following a highly-acclaimed UK Tour, and the huge success and popularity of family shows The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom, Tall Stories are pleased to present their latest collaboration with writer Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler; an adaptation of their much loved children's book, THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE. Former Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson and world renowned illustrator Axel Scheffler are responsible for some of the most charming and best loved children's books and Tall Stories are proud to continue to bring their books to life on stage for children all over the world.

Discount tickets go on sale tomorrow for Get Into London Theatre, the annual ticket promotion that allows the public to see some of the best shows in London for a fraction of the normal cost. From 1 January to 13 February 2014, over 50 musicals, plays, dance productions, entertainments and family shows will offer tickets from as little as £10 so everyone has the chance to experience the magic of London theatre.

The UK editor-in-chief reflects on the ups and downs of West End theatre in 2013. So, another busy year in the West End - and a busy year for BWW:UK. I've been the editor-in-chief of BWW:UK for nearly five years now, working closely with our US newdesk (and dealing with that inconvenient time difference), and overseeing our ever-expanding reviewing squad (as well as our London writers, we also have a team at the Edinburgh Festival every year, and regional reviewers in cities around the UK including Glasgow, Birmingham, Sheffield and Bristol).

THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE will be spending Christmas at the St. James Theatre in London from 10 December to 5 January, following a highly acclaimed UK tour. Tall Stories, the producers and creators of this enchanting adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's book, are delighted to announce two very special performances: on Sunday 15 December, at 2.00pm, there will be a gala performance in aid of the charity Storybook Soldiers, and on Thursday 19 December, at 10.00am, there will be a relaxed performance.

Sprout Announces December Programming Highlights

PUDSEY BEAR will make his West End debut in a special performance of the hit musical stage adaptation of THE GRUFFALO at theLYRIC THEATRE, SHAFTESBURY AVENUE on WEDNESDAY 27 NOVEMBER 2013 at 1100hrs (11am) for BBC CHILDREN IN NEED.

Join Mouse on an adventurous journey through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories' magical, musical adaptation of The Gruffalo, based the award-winning picture book by Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson MBE and Axel Scheffler.

TALL STORIES' magical, musical stage adaptation of THE GRUFFALO returns for a sixth sensational West End season, making it a firm favourite and the perfect festive treat for the whole family at the LYRIC THEATRE, SHAFTESBURY AVENUE from today 20 November 2013 to Sunday 12 January 2014. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!

TALL STORIES' magical, musical stage adaptation of THE GRUFFALO returns for a sixth sensational West End season, making it a firm favourite and the perfect festive treat for the whole family at the LYRIC THEATRE, SHAFTESBURY AVENUE from Wednesday 20 November 2013 to Sunday 12 January 2014. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!

Following a highly-acclaimed UK Tour, and the huge success and popularity of family shows The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom, Tall Stories are pleased to present their latest collaboration with writer Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler; an adaptation of their much loved children's book, THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE. Former Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson and world renowned illustrator Axel Scheffler are responsible for some of the most charming and best loved children's books and Tall Stories are proud to continue to bring their books to life on stage for children all over the world.

Roald Dahl's Revolting Rhymes and Dirty Beasts, a spectacular new live show combining two of his most famous and best-loved rhyming storybooks, will make its world premiere at La Boite's Roundhouse Theatre these school holidays from 8 to 18 January.

Theatres all over the capital will welcome in the New Year by offering cut-price deals as part of Get Into London Theatre, the annual ticket scheme that allows the public to see some of the best shows in London for a fraction of the normal cost. From 1 January to 13 February 2014, over 45 participating productions ranging from plays to musicals and children's entertainment to ballet will offer tickets from as little as £10 so everyone has the chance to experience the magic of London theatre.

The Wyvern Theatre's FREE Family Fun Day, on Saturday 2 November from 10am to 1pm, will feature a number of characters for families to meet including The Gruffalo, Peppa Pig favourite Mr Potato, Daisy the Cow from this year's pantomime and Giffords Circus star Tweedy the Clown. In addition to all the fun already underway, the theatre is thrilled to announce that from 12 mid-day Swindon Town FC's mascot Rockin' Robin will also make a special appearance.

Today the Rose Theatre Kingston announced its 2014 Season. 2014 will see the theatre continue to produce Rose Productions as well as embarking on new and exciting partnerships, sharing skills and resources with other theatre companies and venues to create top quality theatre. Visiting companies including Propeller and the Royal Shakespeare Company, touring family productions and one night events complete the season.

TALL STORIES' magical, musical stage adaptation of THE GRUFFALO returns for a sixth sensational West End season, making it a firm favourite and the perfect festive treat for the whole family at the LYRIC THEATRE, SHAFTESBURY AVENUE from WEDNESDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2013 to SUNDAY 12 JANUARY 2014.

The shortlist has been announced for the only national literary award voted for entirely by kids - the Red House Children's Book Award.

The Gruffalo will head to Swindon, along with characters from other forthcoming shows at The Wyvern Theatre, to join the theatre's Family Fun Day on Saturday 2 November from 10am to 1pm.

"The Winter-Spring season promises Swindon theatregoers a true variety of quality productions to inspire and entertain," said Theatre Director Derek Aldridge. "I am particularly looking forward to seeing the iconic play The Mousetrap on the Wyvern stage and to hearing the whodunit theories of our audiences. The very best comedians will be here along with ballet, opera, live music and, of course the best family panto in the West!"

In an all-singing, all-dancing musical theatre show, children's book and television favourite Angelina Ballerinawill perform live in a brand new stage 'Mousical' at the State Theatre, Wednesday 15 January - Sunday 19 January 2014 at Arts Centre Melbourne.

In an all-singing, all-dancing musical theatre show, children's book and television favourite Angelina Ballerina will perform live in a brand new 'Mousical' at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) from 8 to 12 January 2014 with tickets on sale from Thursday 17 October 2013.

In an all-singing, all-dancing musical theatre show, children's book and television favourite Angelina Ballerina will perform live in a brand new 'Mousical' in the Dunstan Playhouse, 31 December 2013 - Sunday 5 January 2014 at Adelaide Festival Centre.

TALL STORIES' magical, musical stage adaptation of THE GRUFFALO returns for a sixth sensational West End season, making it a firm favourite and the perfect festive treat for the whole family at the LYRIC THEATRE, SHAFTESBURY AVENUE from WEDNESDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2013 to SUNDAY 12 JANUARY 2014.

Scamp Theatre & Watford Palace Theatre are delighted to announce the return of Stick Man by Julia Donaldson, touring the UK from October 2013 prior to a West End return for a Christmas Season at Leicester Square Theatre from Saturday 16 November 2013 (press performance Wednesday 20 November, 10.30am).