Donaldson's STICK MAN Plays London's Leicester Square Theatre, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2014
Scamp Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre are delighted to announce that Stick Man by Julia Donaldson will return in 2014, and for the first will play two capital cities simultaneously! Stick Manwill play Christmas Seasons at London's Leicester Square Theatre from today 8 November 2014 (where it returns for a fourth consecutive season) and at the Edinburgh's Christmas festival from Saturday 22 November 2014. On sale now.
Peter Cincotti, David Wong & High Strung, THE GRUFFALO'S CHILD and More Set for TPAC's 2014-15 Season, Launching Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2014
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, presents Peter Cincotti, performing tonight, October 25 at 8PM, the first of four major concerts in the 2014-2015 Main Event Series, which also includes the Spanish Harlem Orchestra (November 21 at 8PM, $45 - $35) and The Hit Men (December 13 at 8PM, $45 - $35). Also featured are Alexis P. Suter (January 9 at 8PM, $45 - $35), and Ruthie Foster (May 8 at 8PM, $45 - $35), among others.
Donaldson's STICK MAN to Play London's Leicester Square Theatre, Nov. 8
by Matt Smith - Oct 7, 2014
Scamp Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre are delighted to announce that Stick Man by Julia Donaldson will return in 2014, and for the first will play two capital cities simultaneously! Stick Manwill play Christmas Seasons at London's Leicester Square Theatre from Saturday 8 November 2014 (where it returns for a fourth consecutive season) and at the Edinburgh's Christmas festival from Saturday 22 November 2014. On sale now.
THE GRUFFALO to Return to Glen Street Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 6, 2014
London's Tall Stories Theatre Company have toured in Britain, Europe, America and beyond with their monster hit THE GRUFFALO, and now it returns to Glen Street Theatre after sold-out seasons in Sydney in 2010 and 2011 and a prestigious Sydney Theatre Award for Best Production for Children.
Marlowe Theatre Presents WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD, 17 August
by Jillian Gaier - Jul 18, 2014
Two crafty robbers, one tiny ladybird and a whole farmyard of fun: What The Ladybird Heard comes to Canterbury during the summer holidays.
Based on the award-winning picture book by best-selling author Julia Donaldson (The Gruffalo), and award-winning illustrator Lydia Monks, this is a new stage adaptation with live music, original songs, puppetry and lots of interactive fun.
COCA to Present Tall Stories' SNAIL AND THE WHALE, 3/22-23
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 19, 2014
COCA presents Tall Stories' Snail and the Whale, March 22-23, 2014, in COCA's Founders' Theatre. A tiny snail hitches a lift on the tail of a humpback whale in order to see the world. But when the whale gets beached, how will the snail save him? Based on the beloved children's book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, Snail and the Whale follows the tiny snail's amazing journey as seen through the eyes of an adventurous young girl and her seafaring father. Created and performed by Tall Stories, creator of The Gruffalo (at COCA, 2013) and Twinkle Twonkle (at COCA, 2012), Snail and the Whale is recommended for ages 3 to 10.
Children's Books Hit Stage at KIDSFEST in Manila, Now thru 1/26
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2014
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 today, Jan. 17 to the 26th, 2014, at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati.
Children's books Hit Stage at KIDSFEST in Manila, 1/17-26
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 11, 2013
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.
THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE Plays the St. James Theatre, Now thru Jan 5
by BWW News Desk - Dec 10, 2013
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.
Discounted West End Tickets Go on Sale Tomorrow for GET INTO LONDON THEATRE
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 9, 2013
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.
2013 Year In Review: Carrie Dunn's Best And Worst Of Theatre
by Carrie Dunn - Dec 9, 2013
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 Announces Special Performances During Run at St. James Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 3, 2013
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.