Rare Revival Of LOOK BACK IN ANGER Begins Performances in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2020
Celtic Lion Productions will present a rare revival of LOOK BACK IN ANGER, John Osborne's searing portrayal of the savagery of the human heart. Called the 'most vivid play of the decade' by the New York Times, the influence of Osborne's 1956 masterwork on generations of playwrights cannot be underestimated. It will be directed by Aimée Fortier who aims to highlight female characters that usually get downplayed and her youthful, age appropriate cast. Previews begin February 13 at The Gene Frankel Theatre. Opening is slated for Saturday, February 15.
Full Cast Announced For THE GLEE CLUB on Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2020
Out of Joint, Cast, Doncaster and Kiln Theatre, London today announced the full cast for their national tour and London run of The Glee Club. Joining Bill Ward who plays Bant, will be Joshua Hayes (Breakneck Bronco a?" Soho Theatre, A Wondrous Place - Sheffield Theatres/Royal Exchange/Northern Spirit) as Walt Hemmings, Robert Jackson (She Ventures and He Wins a?" The Young Vic, Kiss Me Kate a?" The Watermill Theatre) as Scobie, Linford Johnson (The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe a?" Bridge Theatre, Much Ado About Nothing a?" Northern Broadsides) as Colin Shuttleworth, Kai Owen (Torchwood a?" BBC TV, The Full Monty a?" UK tour) as Jack Horsfall and Eamonn Riley (Martha, Josie and The Chinese Elvis a?" Stephen Joseph Theatre, Our Town a?" The Royal Exchange) as Phil Newsome. This new production of Richard Cameron's play is directed by Out Of Joint's artistic director Kate Wasserberg.
Bill Ward Will Lead National Tour Of THE GLEE CLUB
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2019
Out of Joint, Cast, Doncaster and Kiln Theatre, London announced to today that star of Coronation Street and Emmerdale and respected stage actor Bill Ward will lead the cast of their national tour and London run of The Glee Club. Fresh from playing Hugo / Loco Chanelle in the West End hit Everybody's Talking About Jamie, Ward will take on the role of Bant in this new production of Richard Cameron's play to be directed by Out Of Joint's artistic director Kate Wasserberg.
Full Details Of Oasis Photography Exhibition At H Club London Announced
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2019
Following the announcement of a brand-new, free Oasis exhibition, h Club London are pleased to announce full details of this highly anticipated event. Masterplan 25 a?" Michael Spencer Jones - Iconic & Unseen Photographs of OASIS coming to h Club London in celebration of the 25th anniversary year of Oasis' debut album Definitely Maybe.
Frantic Assembly Celebrates It's First Ever Performance 25 Years Ago
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2019
On 21 October 1994, Frantic Assembly performed their first ever work a?" a production of John Osborne's Look Back in Anger performed by Scott Graham and Steven Hoggett at the Taliesin Arts Centre in Swansea. To mark the anniversary of their first performance, the company today announced a new fundraising initiative and revealed further details of projects forming a year of activity to celebrate 25 years of Frantic Assembly.
Storyhouse Announces PETER PAN Cast
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2019
Storyhouse in Chester have today announced the cast for their Christmas show Peter Pan, running 6 December a?" 12 January.
Kiln Theatre Announces Productions For 2020
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2019
With her production of the world première of Anupama Chandrasekhar's When the Crows Visit in rehearsals, Artistic Director Indhu Rubasingham today announces Pass Over, A Museum in Baghdad and The Glee Club which will be staged at Kiln Theatre in 2020, following the previously announced Snowflake by Mike Bartlett.
AXS TV Will Premiere THE X FACTOR: CELEBRITY on October 14
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 3, 2019
AXS TV is proud to serve as the stateside home of the hit singing competition THE X FACTOR: CELEBRITY for the sixth consecutive year, as the series makes its anticipated return with a celebrity spin on Monday, Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. The upcoming season puts a fresh spin on the long-standing series, pitting stars from film, television, sports, and more against each other as they put their singing talents on full display in THE X FACTOR: CELEBRITY.
Photo Flash: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF) Announced At The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 12, 2019
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh along with partners Birmingham Repertory Theatre, Bristol Old Vic, Northern Stage, Nuffield Southampton Theatres, Oxford Playhouse, and new partner Leeds Playhouse, are delighted to announce the cast for the remount of the critically-acclaimed Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of), presented in close collaboration with partners of the original production, Tron Theatre and Blood of the Young.
Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF) at Bristol Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2019
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh along with partners Birmingham Repertory Theatre, Bristol Old Vic, Northern Stage, Nuffield Southampton Theatres, Oxford Playhouse, and new partner Leeds Playhouse, present Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of), presented in close collaboration with partners of the original production, Tron Theatre and Blood of the Young.
Oasis Photography Exhibition Comes To H Club London
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2019
Tomorrow (29th August 2019), marks 25 years since the release of Oasis' debut album, Definitely Maybe; the fastest selling debut album in British rock history. Ahead of this musical milestone, h Club London (formerly The Hospital Club) and The Archivist's Gallery are pleased to announce a brand-new free exhibition of Oasis photography coming to h Club London's gallery. The exhibition will include never-before-seen images, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the album artwork and give them access to behind the scenes photography and memorabilia from throughout the band's career. Masterplan 25: The Oasis Photographs runs from Friday 22nd November 2019 a?" Sunday 12th January 2020. It is a completely free of charge, non-ticketed event. There will be a press/private view on Thursday 21st November 2019.
Steep Theatre Announces 19th Season
by Julie Musbach - Aug 21, 2019
Steep Theatre announces the programming for its upcoming 19th season, which will continue the company's tradition of presenting bold plays from today's most exciting playwrights, brought to life by fearless ensembles and visionary directors.
Patricia Hodge Joins Cast Of A DAY IN THE DEATH OF JOE EGG
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2019
It's been announced today that Olivier Award winner and Miranda star Patricia Hodge will join the cast of Peter Nichols' funny and moving masterpiece A Day in the Death of Joe Egg. Hodge will star opposite Toby Stephens (Oslo, Lost in Space) and Claire Skinner (Outnumbered, The Father). The production opens at London's Trafalgar Studios on 21 September (Press Night 2 October).
Full Cast Announced For PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF)
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2019
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh along with partners Birmingham Repertory Theatre, Bristol Old Vic, Northern Stage, Nuffield Southampton Theatres, Oxford Playhouse, and new partners Leeds Playhouse, are delighted to announce the cast for the remount of the critically-acclaimed Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of), presented in close collaboration with partners of the original production, Tron Theatre and Blood of the Young.
ROMEO AND JULIET Comes To Queens For Rude Grooms' Second Annual Free Commons Series
by Julie Musbach - Jul 1, 2019
Queens-based Rude Grooms announced today initial details for the company's second annual free summer production touring parks and art spaces in Astoria and Long Island City: William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, led by actor-manager Montgomery Sutton (Twelfth Night at Shakespeare's Globe) and produced in partnership with Long Island City Artists at the Plaxall Gallery and the Astoria Park Alliance and is made possible (in part) by the Queens Council on the Arts with public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
Photo Flashback: Tony Nominee Adam Driver in 2009!
by Walter McBride - May 22, 2019
We're flashing back through the photo archives of BroadwayWorld's very own Walter McBride to bring you some shots of 2019 Tony nominee Adam Driver a decade ago, before the final performance of SLIPPING, at the Rattlestick Playwrights Theatre.