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Opens: January 24, 2025
Closing: February 22, 2025
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At ten years old, Martin Hill was on the brink of stardom, down to the final two contenders for the role of Harry Potter but narrowly missing out. Now an adult, Martin is about to embark on the ultimate adventure – fatherhood. As he navigates this whirlwind of emotions, he is pulled back to that pivotal moment in his past as he struggled to move beyond imagining what his life might have been.



Second Best is a playful yet poignant new comedy about fate, near-misses and the winding paths life takes. It explores the ache of almost touching greatness and the humour and hope that come when dreams remain just out of reach. A story about the tender moments that shape

us, Second Best is for anyone who has ever wondered about the road not taken, and whether the other life would have been as glittering as it looks.



Starring Asa Butterfield (Netflix’s Sex Education) in his stage debut, written by Barney Norris, based on David Foenkinos’ best-selling novel and directed by Michael Longhurst.



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Brett Goldstein Announces Debut Stand-Up Tour THE SECOND BEST NIGHT OF YOUR LIFE
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2023


Two-time Emmy award-winning actor, comedian, writer, director (and swimmer) Brett Goldstein announced that he'll be embarking on his first live stand-up tour in the U.S. and Canada this Fall.

Bearings Announce New Album 'The Best Part About Being Human'
by Michael Major - Jun 20, 2023


Produced by Sam Guaiana (Silverstein, Between You & Me), the new album features the most tightly honed songwriting of Bearings’ near-decade career, instantly nostalgic for sweaty summer festivals and finger-pointed singalongs while serving as a clear indication of where the pop-punk genre is headed.

Review: DANCE NATION Wins at BlueBarn Theatre
by Christine Swerczek - May 30, 2023


What did our critic think of DANCE NATION at BlueBarn Theatre?

New British Rom-Com Film Comes to Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2023


The producers of the new British import film, What’s Love Got To Do With It?, have a knack for funny, heart-warming romantic comedies.

Bridget Christie and Friends to Appear at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 17, 2023


The multi award-winning comedian, Taskmaster icon, star of her acclaimed BBC Radio 4 series, Netflix stand-up special and upcoming Channel 4 sitcom (The Change) – Bridget Christie – plays the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, alongside performances from several specially-chosen special guests. 

FAT HAM, ESPEJOS: CLEAN & More Set for Studio Theatre 2023-2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2023


Studio Theatre has announced its 2023-24 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!

TOPDOG/UNDERDOG, HANGMEN, and More Set For The Gamm Theatre's 2023-24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2023


The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre has announced its 2023-2024 season comprising Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winners, landmarks of the American theater, and modern plays that have made waves in the theater world. 

Dame Judi Dench Comes to Edinburgh Playhouse This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2023


Dame Judi Dench 'I Remember It Well' will provide a rare opportunity to see one of the world's best-loved actresses back on stage. Following multiple sell-out performances in London's West End, this one-off special live show comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse on 8th August and will see Dame Judi look back at a career spanning almost six decades.

Bridget Christie Announces Autumn 2023 Tour
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Mar 3, 2023


The Edinburgh Comedy Award, Rose d’Or and South Bank Sky Arts Award winner will be taking her highly acclaimed show Who Am I? on tour this Autumn.

Flume Unveils Surprise Album 'Things Don't Always Go The Way You Plan'
by Michael Major - Feb 8, 2023


Grammy-winning electronic music titan Flume unveils a surprise package of unheard music from the last decade—listen to Things Don’t Always Go The Way You Plan now. The release marks ten years since Flume’s self-titled debut 2012’s Flume launched the now-iconic producer and his signature sound into the stratosphere.

Otto & Astrid's JOINT SOLO PROJECT Comes to 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2023


Soon to be seen barging onto the stage at Melbourne's iconic Malthouse Theatre, Berlin's prince and princess of art rock and Europop - Otto & Astrid - are back! Together. But also separately, as they debut their new solo amazing albums independently of each other, while playing back up for one another. In a Joint Solo Project.

Nickelback Announces 2023 'Get Rollin'' Tour Dates
by Michael Major - Jan 23, 2023


Acclaimed rock band Nickelback announced the upcoming 2023 Get Rollin’ Tour, in support of their most recent 10th studio album, Get Rollin’. Renowned country rocker Brantley Gilbert joins the band on all non-festival dates along with rising country artist Josh Ross. Check out the list of tour dates now!

HOT CLOWN SEX Cabaret to be Presented at Newport Theater This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2023


Featuring an ensemble of seven clowns, Hot Clown Sex is a genre-bending cabaret that takes the audience on a wild ride of hilarity, pleasure, and self-love. Hot Clown Sex is coming to Newport Theater January 26 and 27; February 24 and 25; March 24 and 25.

Tyler Hubbard Releases New Track 'Me For Me'
by Michael Major - Jan 6, 2023


The song was written by Hubbard and fellow artists and friends, Russell Dickerson and Thomas Rhett, and was produced by Hubbard and Jordan Schmidt. The song highlights the beautiful parts of a relationship and loving people for who they are. “Me For Me” also has an accompanying unofficial music video.

Jokesters Comedy Club Receives Second BEST OF LAS VEGAS Award
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 11, 2022


Don Barnhart's Jokesters Comedy Club has announced that they've been named 'Best of Las Vegas' for a second time by the Las Vegas Review Journal.

Cast Announced For Second Leg of THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2022


The latest additions have been announced to the cast of the box office sensation The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Learn more about the new cast members here!

Santa Fe Opera Named Festival of the Year at The International Opera Awards
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2022


The Santa Fe Opera has been recognized as Festival of the Year at the International Opera Awards ceremony held at the historic Teatro Real in Madrid, Spain. The company was additionally honored to be nominated in the World Premiere category for its 2022 Season production of M. Butterfly 蝴蝶君 by Huang Ruo and David Henry Hwang.

Interview: Making Great Sandwiches Makes for a Great Life for CLYDE'S Reza Salazar
by Gil Kaan - Nov 15, 2022


Clyde’s, the latest work of two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, just opened at the Mark Taper Forum November 15, 2022. Clyde’s centers around a truck stop (Clyde’s) staffed by rehabilitating ex-cons. Kate Whoriskey directs the cast of Kevin Kenerly, Tamberla Perry, Reza Salazar, Nedra Snipes and Garrett Young. Reza managed to squeeze out some time in between rehearsals to answer a few of my queries.

Nickelback Release 'High Time' From New Album 'Get Rollin''
by Michael Major - Nov 15, 2022


Further previewing the band’s first album in five years, “High Time” takes listeners on a hazy cross-country road trip that reminds us that it’s always 4:20 somewhere. The new track strays from the album’s preceding singles, the edgy “San Quentin” and nostalgic “Those Days” with a funky groove and country rock twang.

Nickelback & Tate McRae to Appear at the 2023 JUNO Awards
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2022


The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) revealed during a press conference at Rogers Place in Edmonton, future home of the 2023 JUNO Awards, that Nickelback and Tate McRae will take the stage in their home province of Alberta when the show comes to town on Monday, March 13.

Tyler Hubbard Scores No.1 With Debut Solo Single '5 Foot 9'
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2022


Written by Hubbard, Jaren Johnston and Chase McGill, and produced by Hubbard and Jordan Schmidt, “5 Foot 9” has also been certified Gold by the RIAA. Hubbard’s debut solo single went No. 1 at radio and was certified Gold by the RIAA within six months of its release, and Hubbard is the first debut country artist to go No.1 this year.

Flume Shares 'Slugger' Unheard Track From Debut Album
by Michael Major - Nov 9, 2022


Flume, the self-titled debut album from Grammy-winning electronic music titan Flume, was released ten years ago. Streamed over 1 billion times worldwide and certified Platinum in multiple territories, the album launched the now-iconic producer and his signature sound into the stratosphere in 2012. Plus, check out tour dates!

THE GOOD NURSE Starring Jessica Chastain & Eddie Redmayne Now Streaming on Netflix
by Michael Major - Oct 26, 2022


Suspicious that her colleague is responsible for a series of mysterious patient deaths, a nurse risks her own life to uncover the truth in this gripping thriller based on true events. The film stars Jessica Chastain and Eddie Redmayne, also featuring Nnamdi Asomugha, Kim Dickens, Malik Yoba, Alix West Lefler, and Noah Emmerich.

Amethyst Presents An Exclusive Preview Of Amrapali's Festive Fine Jewellery Collection
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2022


Amethyst presents an exclusive preview of Amrapali's festive fine jewellery collection. Amrapali's Fine Jewellery comprises one off pieces crafted using large rare gemstones and created using ancient Indian techniques which have been preserved by highly skilled craftsmen.

Flume Confirms 'Palaces' Livestream on September 30
by Michael Major - Sep 28, 2022


On Saturday night, Flume headlined the San Francisco debut of electronic specialist festival Portola. The Sunday night headliner was The Chemical Brothers, with the event also featuring performances by Jamie xx, Fred Again.., Kaytranada, James Blake, Peggy Gou, Four Tet, Shy Girl, Caribou and more.

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