Over 30 years since The Art of Success was first performed, beginning in Stratford-upon-Avon and running in both New York and London where it picked up an Olivier Award nomination, and Nick …
SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:36AMMost people will associate Samuel Pepys with the Great Fire of London, but there were more to his extensive diaries than that. In fact, he would note down pretty much anything that happened …
SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:42PMA pair of Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers make their return to the National Theatre for Simon Godwin's much-anticipated production of Antony and Cleopatra, that sees Ralph Fiennes and Soph…
SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:24AMIris Theatre’s Arabian Nights is a gloriously colourful adaptation of a well-known collection of tales, freshened up by Iris Theatre – the puppetry is a highlight of the storytelling.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AMFirst announced back in July, David Morton’s play The Wider Earth about Charles Darwin will be settling in at the Natural History Museum at the beginning of next month in a brand new theat…
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AMEyam is a celebration of the strength of human spirit in the face of seemingly impossible odds, highlighting the power and comfort of community – a stirring watch.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AMFoxfinder is a mysterious drama that chimes eerily well with the current political climate and general sense of unease – an atmospheric piece with terrific performances from the cast of fo…
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AMApparently, 2018 is the ‘Year of the Woman’, and it has definitely felt like the world of theatre has stepped up for the occasion.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PMFollowing a workshop in 2017 and a work-in-progress run over the summer, The Other Palace's production of cult hit Heathers The Musical makes its West End debut at Theatre Royal Haymarket st…
SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:06PMTheatre and puppetry director Mervyn Millar's latest book is a practical insight into the use of puppets in theatre. Millar is incredibly well-equipped to provide this thorough guide, having…
SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:33AMOn the broader theatrical landscape, there are plenty of things opening this month! In London Eugenius! returns to The Other Palace, Milly Thomas’ Dust transfers to Trafalgar Studios 2, an…
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AMA favourite at the Proms since its first inclusion in the programme in 1956, Giuseppi Verdi's tribute to the Italian poet Alessandro Manzoni had a standalone performance this week, helmed by…
SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AMWhilst I do feel like I’ve ‘missed the boat’ slightly, as I’d have loved for a great female and Scottish story to round off my first Edinburgh Fringe, I’m sure there will be a futu…
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AMA comic triumph that welcomes everyone to Messina, with some fun musical choices amongst the Shakespeare – the performances from the cast of six are vibrant and full of energy.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AMAnti Disposition’s Much Ado About Nothing is a visual treat that’s chock full of wit and impeccable physical comedy, not to mention the beautiful musical interludes – a glorious Shakes…
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AMSo now I’m back in London (filled with my own special brand of Fringe Flu), and all my reviews are done (though I’m still not quite sure how I did it), I thought I should really make sur…
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PMThe Norse mythology musical you’ve been waiting for, unashamedly silly and brilliantly performed – and there’s even a tap number.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PMAn hour of quintessential absurdist comedy, made into an experience thanks to terrific music and lighting design – and topped off with brilliantly convincing performances.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AMA show about knowing (or not knowing) who you are, with a focus on growing up mixed race – Koko Brown is an engaging & captivating performer.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PMBig Bite-Size Breakfast Show is the ideal way to start a day at the Fringe, with laughs and refreshments galore – a fine selection of short plays.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:00AMScience as you’ve never seen it before, and sure to inspire the next generation of scientists – Mark Thompson’s engaging presenting style has the audience in the palm of his hand.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AMLadykiller is a compelling one-woman show that explores the imbalance between the sexes for a deadly purpose – Hannah McClean is breathtaking.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AMA keenly observed dark comedy that is incredibly relevant to our technology-dependent lives – an hour of brilliant new writing that you simply must see.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 02:00PMAn hysterically funny new musical that also makes a rather pertinent point about disability and inclusivity – the performances are top notch, and it’s effortlessly accessible.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AMWhen You Fall Down: The Buster Keaton Story is enchanting yet informative, full of slapstick, beautiful music, and a dash of pathos – a gargantuan effort by writer/performer James Dangerfi…
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 03:00PMA dangerously addictive hour of comedy, bringing you silliness of Tudor proportions – an absolute must-see laugh-fest!
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AMJon Gracey’s show features a cast of top Fringe comedians (Mandy Dassa, Lucy Farrett, Emily Lloyd-Saini, Chazz Redhead, Katherine Rodden and Thom Tuck) and sets the audiences up as the jur…
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AMFinding Peter is a sweet family show with a surprising amount of action packed into 45 minutes – Jenny Wilford leads well.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AMA must-see show for Fringe newbies and veterans alike, celebrating and berating every conceivable angle in musical form – performed by an enthusiastic cast and backing band.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AMA timely play about a period in modern history that may be unfamiliar to many, with dangerously pertinent themes – the performances are engaging and moving.
SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PMIt’s time to head to 17th-century Paris with d’Artagnan, desperate to become a Musketeer – but hiding a secret that could bring those dreams crashing down in an instant.
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