REVIEW: BLIND MAN’S SONG (PLEASANCE THEATRE)
One of the most beautiful things about theatre is its ability to communicate in such a range of different ways. Blind Man’s Song is a stunning example of one of these many ways. The show begins with a blind musician (Alex Judd), who uses only a violin; a piano and a loop pedal to conjure […]
REALIFE TV comes to the BARONS COURT THEATRE
A new work inspired by the true story of Erez Tivoni, an amnesiac who turned destructive after a BBC film crew reunited him with his family for a scoop in 1999. London-based filmmaker Angela (Roseanna Frascona) reckons she’s bagged the story of a lifetime reuniting an amnesiac with his long-lost wife and disabled son. But […]
Nicholas Afoa joins the London cast of THE LION KING
Disney Theatrical Productions today announced that new cast will join the London production of THE LION KING from May 2016. Alongside changes in the ensemble cast, Nicholas Afoa is to take on the role of Simba at the Lyceum Theatre. Nicholas Afoa made his stage debut as Simba in the Australian production of THE LION […]
REVIEW: H. M. S. PINAFORE (Hackney Empire)
A whirling waterspout of social class, patriotism and forbidden love leaps from the ocean this spring in the form of Sasha Regan’s all male production of H. M. S. Pinafore. Cleverly played out by a group of wartime soldiers at leisure, this continually celebrated classic from Gilbert & Sullivan has weathered the last 138 years […]
Nazi doctor finds ‘cure’ for homosexuality in new play SAVAGE
The creators behind stylish new drama and love story Savage, which uncovers the tragic tale of a Nazi doctor and his ill-conceived “cure” for homosexuality, are proud to announce the cast for the West End premiere production at the Arts Theatre. The show stars Gary Fannin (The Reduced Shakespeare Company; Spectre; 24: Live Another Day) […]
Seven weeks left to catch PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS at the Wyndham’s Theatre
Duncan Macmillan’s intoxicating new play, People, Places & Things has become the ‘must-see show’ in London’s West End this spring. This acclaimed production has been seen by over 30,000 people to date both during its run at the National Theatre’s Dorfman Theatre and now at its home at the Wyndham’s Theatre on Charing Cross Road. […]
REVIEW: SHOW BOAT (New London Theatre)
The 1927 musical Show Boat has sailed into the West End several times over the past century and most recently had a successful run at the Sheffield Crucible Theatre before transferring to its new home at the New London Theatre. It tells the story of performers on a Mississippi show boat and spans more than […]
REVIEW: THE TOXIC AGENGER (Southwark Playhouse)
In a market often over-wrought by recognisable commodity, worldwide conglomerate and jukebox musicals, cult musicals are becoming increasingly popular. The Rocky Horror Show, Little Shop of Horrors and Carrie has led this trend, proving revivals and touring productions to be more popular that their original productions. Shows such as Heathers: The Musical, Reefer Madness and […]
REVIEW: TEARDROPS & TIARAS (Phoenix Artist Club)
‘A celebration of the world’s greatest musical divas’. Taking a seat in the appropriately gloomy Phoenix Artist Club, images of smokey eyes, feather boas, glittering martini glasses and mobile phones thrown at unsuspecting servants flash through my mind. The very notion of a Diva is someone who unashamedly demands attention and often, but not always, […]
The Railway Children to hold a ‘Relaxed Performance’ on 22 June 2016
At 2.30pm on Wednesday 22 June, there will be a ‘relaxed performance’ of the Olivier Award-winning The Railway Children – Live on Stage at London’s King’s Cross Theatre. Relaxed performances are designed to benefit those with autism, sensory and communication disorders or a learning disability. The National Autistic Society has worked closely with the production […]