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Tuesday, January 22, 2019

Lenny Henry joins King Hedley II production by Eleni Cashell

Sir Lenny Henry will soon be treading the boards of Theatreland once more, as he will be starring in a production of King Hedley II at the Theatre Royal Stratford East.Directed by the theatr…

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Friday, January 18, 2019

The true stories of Come From Away by Eleni Cashell

Come From Away is the latest Broadway sensation to hit the UK shores, and with such a heart-warming story to tell, it’s not hard to see why it’s making a move over here.Come From Away te…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 11:57AM

Hollywood actor’s West End debut, cast albums and Lin-Manuel Miranda – the weekly roundup by Eleni Cashell

As the weather plummets and Theatreland finds its stagiest scarf to wrap up warm in, we’re definitely accepted that winter isn’t just coming, it’s here.Luckily we’ve got the highligh…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 10:40AM

Cast announced for UK première of Gently Down The Stream by Eleni Cashell

The full cast for the UK première of Martin Sherman’s new play Gently Down The Stream has been announced.Directed by Sean Mathias, the cast will be Jonathan Hyde (Beau), Ben Allen (Rufus)…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 07:00AM

Tina – The Tina Turner Musical to record cast album by Eleni Cashell

For fans of Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, this news is going to be simply the best…(we’re sorry, it had to be done). The producers have announced there’s going to be an original ca…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 05:56AM
Thursday, January 17, 2019

War Horse returns for a limited time by Eleni Cashell

Missed the sold-out production of War Horse at the National Theatre recently? Well, luckily you’ll have another chance to watch this incredible production as it will be returning to Theatr…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 07:23AM

Late-night concert series announced for MT Fest UK by Eleni Cashell

Musical theatre fans, prepare yourselves, there’s a series of late-night informal concerts with some of your favourite West End stars on the horizon.The series, entitled Night Caps, has al…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 06:12AM
Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Rehearsal images released of All About Eve by Eleni Cashell

It’s not just All About Eve in these behind-the-scenes photos, as the all-star cast rehearses for opening night in just a few weeks.A stage adaptation of the classic film, this highly anti…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 10:50AM
Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Caroline Sheen replaces Louise Redknapp in 9-5 The Musical by Eleni Cashell

Caroline Sheen is getting ready to work 9 to 5, as she temporarily takes over the role of Violet Newstead in the hit musical.Announcing the news on their social media, the Savoy Theatre said…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 05:52AM
Monday, January 14, 2019

Amanda Abbington to star in Florian Zeller’s The Son by Eleni Cashell

Sherlock actress Amanda Abbington has been announced for the UK premiere of Florian Zeller’s The Son.Recently known for her portrayal of Mary Morstan in BBC’s Sherlock, Amanda has tread…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 11:55AM

Six The Musical extends to 2020 by Eleni Cashell

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived, EXTENDED!Those talented queens are going to be staying a little longer in the Arts Theatre, as Six The Musical gets an extended run to…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 07:50AM
Friday, January 11, 2019

Star-studded casting, Les Misérables moving and Meghan Markle – the weekly roundup by Eleni Cashell

It’s been another busy week in Theatreland. With (most) shows now fully recovered from the festive period, there have been lots of exciting developments going on. From several shows announ…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 09:43AM

The Young Vic to host virtual reality preview by Eleni Cashell

Virtual reality (or VR as you may know it) is becoming a rather exciting technological development, where users can become fully immersed in the computerised world around them.And VR is comi…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 07:40AM

Alex Kingston returns to the West End in Admissions by Eleni Cashell

We love seeing our favourite faces return to the West End, and so we’re very pleased to hear that Alex Kingston is making her return to the West End.Alex, known for her star roles in hit s…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 06:07AM

Louise Redknapp unable to perform in 9 To 5 by Eleni Cashell

Due to an injury, Louise Redknapp has had to delay her appearance in 9 to 5 The Musical.Louise was due to make her West End comeback as Violet in the Dolly Parton musical when it opens on 28…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 05:30AM
Thursday, January 10, 2019

10 theatre shows that finish before 10pm by Eleni Cashell

Is there anything better than immersing yourself in some fantastic theatre, then having a stroll towards the train station, with hardly any crowds around you, feeling fully confident that yo…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 10:29AM

Cast announced for Equus at Theatre Royal Stratford East by Eleni Cashell

The cast for critically-acclaimed classic, psychological thriller Equus has been announced.A collaboration between English Touring Theatre and Theatre Royal Stratford East, the Equus product…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 06:52AM

Sweat extends run at the Donmar Warehouse by Eleni Cashell

The critically acclaimed show Sweat will continue its run until 2 February due to exceptional demand.Running at the Donmar Warehouse, the production is part of a series of shows and was mean…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 06:10AM
Wednesday, January 9, 2019

Shakespeare’s Globe announces summer season for 2019 by Eleni Cashell

Shakespeare’s Globe already has their summer plans sorted, as they’ve announced their summer season productions, some its cast and their directors.Their summer shows will be;A Midsummer …

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 01:00PM

Apply to be a public panellist for the Olivier Awards 2020! by Eleni Cashell

The Society of London Theatre (SOLT) is looking for new public panellists to help judge categories for the Olivier Awards 2020, including, for the first time, a Family panel.The Olivier Awar…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 11:52AM

New cast announced for Everybody’s Talking About Jamie by Eleni Cashell

It isn’t just the new Jamie that everybody’s talking about, but also the new cast who’ll be joining him from 28 January.Introducing (the new) Miss Hedge, Hayley Tamaddon (Coronation St…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 08:54AM
Friday, January 4, 2019

New shows, Six chat and top January picks – the weekly roundup by Eleni Cashell

As the start of 2019 begins, and everyone in Theatreland freaks out about where on earth 2018 went, there’s already been some exciting news for West End fans.Missed the latest goings on am…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 08:58AM
Thursday, January 3, 2019

Steve Tompkins tops The Stage 100 list 2018 by Eleni Cashell

Steve Tompkins, the creative Stirling Prize-winning architect, has been named the most influential person in British theatre by The Stage 100.This annual list showcases those who are making …

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 06:34AM
Tuesday, January 1, 2019

January picks: shows to see this month by Eleni Cashell

Make the most of the new year and check out our monthly picks for January featuring new musicals, hard-hitting thrillers, funny comedies and Danny Dyer. The post January picks: shows to see …

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 04:52AM
Monday, December 31, 2018

New year’s resolutions for theatreland by Eleni Cashell

As the new year begins, it’s time to start thinking of realistic new year’s resolutions that you won’t break within a fortnight. But no one is perfect, not even in Theatreland, and som…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 12:06PM

Theatre recognition in the New Year honours list by Eleni Cashell

If it wasn’t obvious enough how much top talent there is in Theatreland, the Queen has recognised and awarded some shining theatrical stars in her New Year honours list.There are 1,148 peo…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 07:59AM
Thursday, December 27, 2018

10 theatre videos from 2018 you have to watch again  by Eleni Cashell

As the end of 2018 approaches, and we all start panicking about the fact it’s nearly over already, it’s time to reflect on what has been a spectacular year for Theatreland.From unforgett…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 06:00AM
Friday, December 21, 2018

Waitress casting news, closing shows and West End newcomers – the weekly round-up by Eleni Cashell

With only a few days before Christmas, Theatreland is all swept up in the festive spirit…seriously there are Christmas lights and tinsel EVERYWHERE.Along with the joyfulness of Christmas, …

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 07:18AM
Thursday, December 20, 2018

Further cast announcements for All About Eve by Eleni Cashell

The limited run for All About Eve has revealed more cast details, having previously announced Gillian Anderson (X-Files, The Fall, A Streetcar Named Desire) and Lily James (Mamma Mia! Here W…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 12:40PM

8 things you didn’t know about A Christmas Carol by Eleni Cashell

It’s a Christmas classic that’s been reimagined, turned into a musical, shown in the West End without fail every year and is usually responsible for kick-starting that festive feeling!Th…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 06:01AM
Tuesday, December 18, 2018

In rehearsal: Leave To Remain by Eleni Cashell

If there’s one thing we love, it’s seeing rehearsal photos of an upcoming West End show (we’re nosy, we can’t help it!). And so Leave To Remain have answered our prayers by sharing s…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 01:26PM