All stories by Rachel Ward on BroadwayStars

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Is dementia a theatre taboo? by Rachel Ward

A play about dementia has been nominated for a Lottery award. But why is the subject so charged, asks Rachel Ward

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 04:10PM
Thursday, July 23, 2015

American Idiot, Arts Theatre, review: 'uninterrupted chaos' by Rachel Ward

This Green Day musical has enough wit and warmth to attract a mainstream audience, says Rachel Ward

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 08:00AM
Friday, July 17, 2015

The Car Man, Sadler's Wells, review: 'masterful' by Rachel Ward

Matthew Bourne's radical reworking of Carmen still makes for a thrilling evening of dance, says Rachel Ward

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 06:00PM
Saturday, April 11, 2015

Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui and the National Youth Dance Company, Sadler's Wells, review: 'inventive' by Rachel Ward

Rachel Ward applauds the ambition of Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui's collaboration with the National Youth Dance Company

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 10:04AM
Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Richard Alston Dance Company, Sadler's Wells, review: 'underwhelming' by Rachel Ward

Richard Alston, the 66-year-old Etonian, is trying out hip hop and while the music makes for a vibrant tapestry of movements, the programme lacked a surprise element

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 06:55AM
Friday, January 23, 2015

Aurélien Bory and Kaori Ito, Sadler's Wells, review: 'intelligent' by Rachel Ward

This impressive but baffling new piece from the French visual artist Aurélien Bory was inspired by the human nervous system, says Rachel Ward

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 08:22AM

Aurélien Bory and Kaori Ito: Plexus, Sadler's Wells, review: 'impressive artistry' by Rachel Ward

This impressive but baffling new piece from the French visual artist Aurélien Bory is inspiring, says Rachel Ward

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 08:22AM
Saturday, January 17, 2015

Who Da Man? Richard Blackwood to star in EastEnders by Rachel Ward

Actor, rapper and stand-up Richard Blackwood will star in EastEnders during the show's 30th birthday celebrations

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 07:01PM
Saturday, January 10, 2015

The Royal Danish Ballet: Bournonville Celebration, review, Peacock Theatre: 'worth the wait' by Rachel Ward

The Danish company's shows a little bit of Bournonville goes a long way, says Rachel Ward

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 07:51AM
Friday, August 1, 2014

Carlos Acosta rehearses Guys and Dolls by Rachel Ward

Exclusive: watch Carlos Acosta choreograph his first ever musical, Guys and Dolls

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 02:00AM
Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Push, London Coliseum, review: 'dazzling' by Rachel Ward

Russell Maliphant's contemporary creation still remains as thrilling as its original incarnation, says Rachel Ward

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 11:55AM
Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Carlos Acosta: Cubanía, review: 'no real depth' by Rachel Ward

Despite a disjointed opening section, this is an evening of sheer celebration, says Rachel Ward

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 08:38AM
Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Brasil Brasileiro, Sadler's Wells, review: 'one hell of a celebration' by Rachel Ward

This show reflected the evolution of Brazilian dance with wide-eyed enthusiasm, says Rachel Ward

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 09:05AM
Thursday, June 5, 2014

Bruno Beltrão: CRACKz, Sadler's Wells, review: 'grating' by Rachel Ward

This performance inspired by street dance and the internet is underwhelming

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 08:24AM
Thursday, May 15, 2014

Romeo and Juliet: Scottish Ballet, Sadler's Wells, review: 'gripping' by Rachel Ward

This Scottish Ballet revival successfully updates Shakespeare's tale to 20th-century Italy, says Rachel Ward

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 08:00AM
Friday, April 4, 2014

Savion Glover: SoLe Sanctuary, Sadlers Wells, London by Rachel Ward

There's no denying the tap-dancing skill of Savion Glover but his SoLe Sanctuary show at Sadlers Wells has some of the audience voting with their feet and leaving early   &nbs…

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 09:37AM
Saturday, January 25, 2014

Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui: Apocrifu, SouthBank Centre, review by Rachel Ward

Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui's Apocrifu may be rather depressing in tone, but it is none the less captivating and stimulating, says Rachel Ward    

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 08:22AM
Tuesday, December 17, 2013

The Wind in the Willows, review: 'energetic, enjoyable and atmospheric' by Rachel Ward

Will Tuckett's adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's classic, makes Rachel Ward smile    

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 08:09AM
Friday, December 13, 2013

Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake, review: 'witty, menacing, lyrical and wild' by Rachel Ward

The revival of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake entrances Rachel Ward    

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 10:10AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards