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Friday, September 28, 2018

BWW Review: ALICE OSWALD'S MEMORIAL, Barbican Theatre by Gary Naylor

Alice Oswald's epic re-imagining of The Iliad developed into an extraordinary theatrical event that provides intellectual nourishment, but makes great demands on its audience.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24AM
Thursday, September 27, 2018

BWW Review: LIFEBOAT, Jack Studio Theatre by Gary Naylor

Lifeboat tells the story of two survivors of the wartime sinking of the SS City of Benares, torpedoed en route to Canada, evacuating children from the UK.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:39AM

BroadwayWorld UK Awards 2018: Gary Naylor's Nominations by Gary Naylor

The highlights of Gary Naylor's last 12 months and his nominations for the BroadwayWorld UK Awards 2018

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:12AM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018

BWW Review: JACQUES BREL : A LIFE A THOUSAND TIMES, Mirth, Marvel and Maud by Gary Naylor

If you have never heard of Jacques Brel, this show serves as a useful introduction to his life and work, but it lacks the confident execution his songs demand.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:36AM
Friday, September 21, 2018

BWW Review: BLOOD WEDDING, Omnibus Theatre by Gary Naylor

Lorca's masterpiece transported and updated to present day London, but retaining its power to shock as it lays bare the souls of men and women.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:04AM
Wednesday, September 19, 2018

BWW Review: TARTUFFE, Swan Theatre, Stratford-Upon-Avon by Gary Naylor

Moliere's farce updated for the 21st century and set within a family from Birmingham, with Pakistani heritage and plenty of issues.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:18AM

BWW Interview: Sarah Crabtree and Emma Southworth Discuss The Royal Opera House's Linbury Theatre and Open Up Project by Gary Naylor

BWW talks to Sarah Crabtree and Emma Southworth about the Royal Opera House's Open Up Project and the new season at the Linbury Theatre.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:00AM
Saturday, September 15, 2018

BWW Review: THE SEAGULL, General release UK cinemas by Gary Naylor

The Seagull gathers a fine cast, but fails to get to the heart of Chekhov's masterpiece, compromising characters and burying its theatrical elements in intrusive cinematic flourishes.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:05AM
Friday, September 14, 2018

BWW Review: TWELFTH NIGHT, Wilton's Music Hall by Gary Naylor

A spectacular re-imaging of Shakespeare's tale of mistaken identities, cross-dressing and cruelty time-traveled to a speakeasy populated by extraordinary actor-musicians.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:06AM
Thursday, September 13, 2018

BWW Interview: Sharon Small Talks STILL ALICE On UK Tour by Gary Naylor

Sharon Small talks about her role as Alice in Still Alice and its impact on the dementia community and wider audiences.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:42AM
Friday, September 7, 2018

BWW Review: HAMILTON (LEWIS) A MUSICAL PARODY, King's Head Theatre by Gary Naylor

This version of the life of Hamilton - not that one, Hamilton Lewis - is a lot of fun for anyone in that crossover in the venn diagram for fans of Formula One and Musical Theatre. And, fortu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:12AM
Thursday, September 6, 2018

BWW Review: HOBSON'S CHOICE, Jack Studio Theatre by Gary Naylor

Hobson's Choice is given a late 50s makeover in this fine revival of a play the themes of which remain as relevant today as ever they were.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:18PM
Wednesday, September 5, 2018

BWW Review: SIX, Arts Theatre by Gary Naylor

A show that bursts with great tunes, witty lyrics and fine singing that puts the six wives of Henry VIII back into the narrative - and about time too.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:11AM
Tuesday, September 4, 2018

BWW Review: CATERPILLAR, Theatre503 by Gary Naylor

Caterpillar takes us to a seaside town guesthouse within which three dysfunctional people circle each other, troubled and needy.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:48AM
Friday, August 31, 2018

BWW Review: BLACK CAT: BOHEMIA, Underbelly Festival by Gary Naylor

Come down to the Southbank for a little circus, a little cabaret and a little naughty banter with the singer, the tumblers and the fire breathing woman.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:35AM
Tuesday, August 28, 2018

BWW Review: PERICLES, National Theatre by Gary Naylor

Pericles shows our nation what our nation is - a tremendous achievement by the National Theatre's Public Acts movement and a gamechanger for the concept of outreach.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:48AM
Friday, August 24, 2018

BWW Review: TAMBURLAINE, Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon by Gary Naylor

Christopher Marlowe's tale of relentless, ruthless ambition has a Game of Thrones vibe and a distressingly familiar topicality

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24AM
Monday, August 20, 2018

BWW Interview: Charity Wakefield Talks EMILIA at Shakespeare's Globe by Gary Naylor

Charity Wakefield, currently appearing in Morgan Lloyd Malcolm's all-female Emilia, is the first woman to play William Shakespeare on the Globe stage.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42AM
Wednesday, August 15, 2018

BWW Review: THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR, Royal Shakespeare Theatre by Gary Naylor

What larks Maybe not for the purists nor for anyone looking for a Chekhovian analysis of the human condition, but a guilty pleasure full the laughs.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:02AM
Friday, August 10, 2018

BWW Interview: Priyanga Burford Talks THE WINTER'S TALE and PRESS by Gary Naylor

BWW talks to Priyanga Burford about The Winter's Tale currently at The Globe, the forthcoming BBC series, Press, and the differences between acting for stage and screen

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:32AM
Thursday, August 9, 2018

BWW Interview: Community Participants Talk PERICLES at the National Theatre by Gary Naylor

BroadwayWorld has spoken to Pericles director Emily Lim,writer Chris Bushand composer Jim Fortune. Now, we hear from community members Sue and Rehma. Sue is a staff member at one of the Nati…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:37AM
Thursday, July 26, 2018

BWW Review: THE RAPE OF LUCRETIA, Arcola Theatre by Gary Naylor

A demanding, but rewarding, production of Britten's opera about ancient Rome, with plenty of lessons for today.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:32AM
Tuesday, July 24, 2018

BWW Review: THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY, Lyric Theatre by Gary Naylor

The Simon and Garfunkel Story is a loving tribute to the multi-platinum selling 60s dup that suffers a little from presentational issues.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:23AM
Friday, July 20, 2018

BWW Review: THE WHITE ROSE - THE STORY OF SOPHIE SCHOLL, Brockley Jack Studio Theatre by Gary Naylor

The tragic story of a student resistance group in wartime Munich told with skill and commitment by a talented cast.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:32AM
Friday, July 13, 2018

BWW Review: KNIGHTS OF THE ROSE, Arts Theatre by Gary Naylor

Jukebox musical that should have stayed in the pub.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:24AM
Thursday, July 12, 2018

BWW Interview: David Haig Talks PRESSURE by Gary Naylor

David Haig, whose extensive acting career encompasses stage and screen, is currently starring inPressureat the Ambassadors Theatre - a play that he also wrote.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:28AM
Wednesday, July 11, 2018

BWW Review: IT HAPPENED IN KEY WEST, Charing Cross Theatre by Gary Naylor

A strange show about the strange relationship between a fake German count and his young, but dead, bride.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM
Thursday, July 5, 2018

BWW Review: SIRENS OF THE SILVER SCREEN, Tabard Theatre by Gary Naylor

A show about Judy, Audrey and Marilyn including songs by the gifted Beth Burrows - but does it tell us anything new

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:32AM
Wednesday, July 4, 2018

BWW Review: MISS LITTLEWOOD, Swan Theatre, Stratford upon Avon by Gary Naylor

Miss Littlewood pays tribute to a pioneer of British theatre whose work either side of the Second World War did more for what is called outreach these days, than any other figure before or s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:36AM
Tuesday, July 3, 2018

BWW Review: FOR KING AND COUNTRY, Southwark Playhouse by Gary Naylor

Courtroom drama set on the Western Front that doesn't convince in its script and staging but still presses the emotional buttons.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:18AM
Friday, June 29, 2018

BWW Review: MY BEAUTIFUL CIRCUS, Chiswick House and Gardens by Gary Naylor

My Beautiful Circus brings a traditional entertainment to the village green but delivers it with 21st century savvy and morals.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:32AM

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Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
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Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Nov 17, 2024: Elf - Marquis Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre