Is celebrity casting overshadowing the real stars of the theatre?
Last night, a whole host of celebrities including Nicole Kidman, Benedict Cumberbatch, Imelda Staunton, Mark Gatiss and Judi Dench – all won Whats On Stage Awards at the annual ceremony, held at the Prince of Wales Theatre, in London’s West End. Public voting is great as it gives the general public a chance to have […]
Wilma’s top Valentines Day theatre shows
This weekend is Valentine’s Day! Whether you are looking forward to seeing what your loved one has bought you, or trying to forget that the day exists, this is the perfect excuse to book tickets to see a show! Treat yourself, a friend, a loved one or a family member to a night out at […]
Wilma’s top You Tube video’s for this week
Here are some of the theatre related YouTube videos that i’ve been watching this week. Tweet and Facebook me your favourites and if I love them I might include them in my next round-up! KIERAN BROWN – Ring Them Bells (Liza with a “Z”) Live at the Phantom of the Opera […]
REVIEW: THROUGH THE STAGE DOOR – THEATRE ROYAL, DRURY LANE
THROUGH THE STAGE DOOR gives the public a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes of one of the most famous theatres in the world, Theatre Royal Drury Lane. The tour transports visitors back in time to feel the mystical and historic atmosphere of London’s oldest and most fascinating theatre. Since its construction in 1663, this […]
Taking theatre etiquette to a whole new level – literally taking the piss
A bug bear of many regular theatre-goers is theatre etiquette. Being well behaved at the theatre is incredibly important, not only so that people can absorb themselves in the piece they are watching, without distraction but also because ticket prices can be so expensive and when paying hard earned money for a night out, people […]
GUEST BLOG: How to make your Broadway experience more affordable!
Most people visit the great white way in hope of seeing some incredible theatre. In my opinion and from what I see on social media posts, the vast majority of people pay for this frivolously without thought as to how to get cheaper, more economically friendly tickets! I write this from my hotel room on […]
Wilma’s top YouTube video picks this week
My original plan was to do a monthly blog of my favourite you tube videos I’ve been watching recently but I’ve seen so many good ones in the last week that I just have to share them with you now! Julie Andrews I’ve just discovered this grainy video of Dame Julie […]
Feel-good musicals to raise your spirits this January
Back to work after the Christmas break? Got a touch of the new year blues? Take a look at some of my top feel-good musicals to help raise your spirits this January. Why not treat yourself and book one today? Mamma Mia Take a trip to the sunny greek island of Mamma Mia this […]
BLOG: Top Ten Shows I’m looking forward to seeing in 2016
Hand To God Vaudeville Theatre 5 February – 11 June 2016 Buy tickets here One dead father, one messed up family, one girl who just wants to help, one school bully who always gets his own way, one man of the church offering comfort, and one hand puppet who is completely out of control – He’s […]
BLOG: Another look at Bend It Like Beckham
After seeing Bend It Like Beckham at the Phoenix Theatre earlier this year, I had less than favourable things to say about it. But after rave reviews from most of the major press, I was willing to admit I could possibly have missed something when I saw it back in June and so this week I […]