REVIEW: BEN HUR (Tricycle Theatre)
British comedy farces are more popular today than they ever have been. With revivals of classics like Spamalot, Noises Off and the very popular The Play That Goes Wrong (with its spin off show Peter Pan Goes Wrong about to enjoy a festive season in the West End) audiences aren’t stuck for some silly theatre […]
REVIEW: Lorna Luft (Crazy Coqs)
When you hear the name Lorna Luft, what do you think of? Paulette in the 1982 film Grease 2, the recent UK tour of The Judy Garland Songbook or perhaps just the fact that she a daughter of Judy Garland? Back in London for a two week engagement at the Crazy Coqs Theatre, in the beautiful […]
First production images released of 50th anniversary production of The Homecoming by Harold Pinter
The first production photography is released after the press night of Jamie Lloyd’s 50th anniversary production of Pinter’s multi-award winning modern classic The Homecoming. The production stars Keith Allen (Sam), Gemma Chan (Ruth), Ron Cook (Max), Gary Kemp (Teddy), John Macmillan (Joey) and John Simm (Lenny). Widely regarded as Pinter’s finest play, the dangerous and […]
STEVE PUNT, CHARLIE CONDOU AND PHILIP FRANKS TO STAR AS THE NARRATOR IN NEW UK TOURING PRODUCTION OF THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
Steve Punt, Charlie Condou and Philip Franks are set to star as The Narrator in The Rocky Horror Show UK Tour 2015/2016. The three actors will take on the iconic role during the new national tour of the show, which opens at Brighton’s Theatre Royal on 17 December 2015, and also stars Diana Vickers, Paul […]
REVIEW: Claustrophobia (The Hope Theatre)
It’s every British person’s worst nightmare. Getting stuck in a lift with a stranger and having to talk to them. Especially in London where we avoid conversing or even making eye contact as much as possible. But to the horror of Rachel (Natasha Pring) and Aidan (Michael Cusick), this is the scenario that befalls them. […]
Musical version of RED RIDING HOOD to play festive season at the Pleasance Theatre
A brand new musical adaptation of the classic fairy tale, Red Riding Hood will play a festive season at Pleasance Theatre, Islington from Monday 7 December 2015. Little Red is clever, Little Red is bright, Little Red will find a way to beat you in a fight Follow Red as she ventures through the […]
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS BEGINS PREVIEWS THIS WEEK AT ST. JAMES THEATRE
Around the World in 80 Days runs in the St. James Theatre from 26 November 2015 – 17 January 2016 with press night on 3 December at 7pm. An adventure story suitable for ages 8 and above, the production will be a vibrant alternative to a classic Christmas show or pantomime. Adapted by Laura Eason […]
NATHAN AMZI RETURNS TO IN THE HEIGHTS FROM MONDAY 21 DECEMBER 2015
Nathan Amzi will return to In The Heights for a limited two-week run, playing Piragua Guy from Monday 21 December 2015 to Sunday 3 January 2016. Nathan originated the role in the London production when it premiered at Southwark Playhouse in 2014. In The Heights recently extended its run at King’s Cross Theatre for a […]
Broadway’s BERNADETTE PETERS plays first UK solo concerts in over 15 years
The triple Tony, double Drama Desk and Golden Globe Award winning Broadway star Bernadette Peters presents her first UK solo concerts in over 15 years, returning to the Royal Festival Hall, London on Friday 3rd June 2016 and playing her first ever date at the Opera House, Manchesteron Sunday 5th June 2016 The Grammy and Emmy Award nominee will perform timeless, signature songs from the […]
Evening Standard Theatre Award Winners Announced
At tonight’s ceremony at The Old Vic the winners of the 61st Theatre Awards, given in partnership with The Ivy, were announced. The star-studded event, co-hosted by owner of the Evening Standard Evgeny Lebedev with Judi Dench and Ian McKellen, and presented by Rob Brydon, attracted the biggest names in the theatre world. Guests included Gillian […]