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Thursday, July 13, 2017

NEWS: Ovalhouse receive £3m frant for inner-London move to Brixton by Emma Clarendon

The Arts Council have granted the theatre the grant to help support its move to Brixton. The news of the £3 million grant means that the Ovalhouse theatre are now closer to opening in its n…

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Wednesday, July 12, 2017

NEWS: Tanya Moodie reprises role for Trouble in Mind’s London transfer by Emma Clarendon

Following her acclaimed performance in Trouble in Mind at the Theatre Royal Bath last year, Olivier nominated actress Tanya Moodie will reprise her role as Wiletta in Laurence Boswell’s pr…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 02:30PM

NEWS: Mark Anderson reprises title role in Toxic Avenger’s return in Edinburgh & London by Emma Clarendon

The cast for the return of The Toxic Avenger The Musical has been announced as the production prepares to open at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe before its West End transfer this autumn.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:30AM

NEWS: Globe announces cast for Tanika Gupta premiere Lions & Tigers by Emma Clarendon

Casting for this summer's world premiere production of Tanika Gupta's Lions and Tigers, directed by Pooja Ghai, has been confirmed by Shakespeare's Globe.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:30AM
Sunday, July 9, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: The Mentor at the Vaudeville Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Daniel Kehlman’s play arrives in London following the production’s run at the Theatre Royal Bath’s Ustinov Studio earlier this year. But what have critics been making of Laurence Boswe…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Thursday, July 6, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Ink at Almeida Theatre by Emma Clarendon

This world premiere production of James Graham’s play is directed by Rupert Goold and stars Bertie Carvel. But how have critics reacted to it?

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM
Wednesday, July 5, 2017

Top 5 reasons you have to see The Wind in the Willows by Emma Clarendon

Now officially open at the London Palladium, this new musical based on the beloved classic British story is perfect viewing over the summer months – here’s Love London Love Culture’s t…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM

KING KONG – The Vaults by Emma Clarendon

From Daniel Clarkson (co-creator of Potted Potter) and director Owen Lewis comes this lively and very silly reimagining of the classic Kong story.  I will be the first to admit that I h…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:45AM
Monday, July 3, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Gloria at Hampstead Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Discover what critics have been saying about Michael Longhurst’s production starring Colin Morgan and Bo Poraj here.

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Saturday, July 1, 2017

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS – West End by Emma Clarendon

Following the antics of Mr Toad of Toad Hall, The Wind in the Willows is a story about friendship and loyalty – seeing Rat, Mole and Badger standing with the boisterous Toad despite everyt…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM

LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR & GRILL – West End by Emma Clarendon

Audra McDonald doesn’t just perform as Billie Holiday, she completely emmerses herself in the character in Lonny Price’s elegant but ultimately tragic production.  Billie Ho…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM
Friday, June 30, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Hir at Bush Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Arthur Darville stars in Nadia Fall’s production now playing at the Bush Theatre. Here’s what critics have been saying about it.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Thursday, June 29, 2017

BLONDEL – Union Theatre by Emma Clarendon

There is no denying that this musical is an oddity. Based in the Middle Ages and the Crusades, Tim Rice’s rarely seen musical is given a lively if occasionally over the top revival thanks …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM
Wednesday, June 28, 2017

Top 5 reasons to see The Kite Runner by Emma Clarendon

3. Andrei Costin as Hassan: all of the cast are extremely good and deliver memorable performances, but for me Costin as Hassan is a quiet and understated performance but enhances the sense o…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Tuesday, June 27, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Otello at the Royal Opera House by Emma Clarendon

Jonas Kaufmann makes his debut in the title role in Keith Warner’s new production of Verdi’s opera. But does the production impress the critics?

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Monday, June 26, 2017

7 shows to see opening in July by Emma Clarendon

1.Apologia, Trafalgar Studios: opening for previews from the 29th July, Emmy Award winner Stockard Channing will star in this new production of Alexi Kaye Campbell’s play, directed by Jami…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Sunday, June 25, 2017

THE QUENTIN DENTIN SHOW – Tristan Bates Theatre by Emma Clarendon

At the centre of the story are Nat and Keith, a couple who are disenchanted with their lives and in need of some serious life changes. Until Quentin Dentin comes along with a promise to make…

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Saturday, June 24, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Hamlet at Harold Pinter Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Robert Icke’s production starring Sherlock star Andrew Scott has transferred to the Harold Pinter Theatre. Here’s a guide to what critics have been saying about it.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Friday, June 23, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Bat Out of Hell at the London Coliseum by Emma Clarendon

40 years since the album become one of the most iconic of all time, Bat Out of Hell has rocked its way into the London Coliseum. But what have critics had to say about it so far?

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Thursday, June 22, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Anatomy of a Suicide at Royal Court Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Katie Mitchell directs Alice Birch’s play, being performed at the Royal Court Theatre as part of the theatre’s Jerwood New Playwrights programme. But what have critics been saying about …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:30AM
Wednesday, June 21, 2017

THE KITE RUNNER – West End by Emma Clarendon

Wonderfully powerful, Giles Croft’s heartfelt production of Khaled Hosseini’s best selling novel makes a welcome return to the West End. Covering topics such as guilt, betrayal and redem…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Sunday, June 18, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Kiss Me at Trafalgar Studios by Emma Clarendon

Ben Lloyd-Hughes and Claire Lams star in Anna Ledwich’s production of Richard Bean’s play. But what have critics been making of it?

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM

Five reasons to see Annie by Emma Clarendon

1. The children of the cast: every single young actress on the stage throughout the show are immensely talented and have a great energy about them that brings a smile to the faces of the au…

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Friday, June 16, 2017

WICKED – Apollo Victoria Theatre by Emma Clarendon

This long running West End production is still as dramatic and fun as it was when it first opened almost eleven years ago. Putting a fascinating twist onto the original story The Wizard of O…

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THE ENCHANTED – Bunker Theatre by Emma Clarendon

At the heart of the story are two men who have been placed on death row for crimes that are unspeakable (and perhaps not necessarily relevant unfolding plot) one woman tries to save them fro…

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Thursday, June 15, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Common at the National Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Anne-Marie Duff and Cush Jumbo star in Jeremy Herrin’s production of DC Moore’s new play now playing at the National Theatre. But what have critics been saying about it?

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Wednesday, June 14, 2017

MOTOWN THE MUSICAL – West End by Emma Clarendon

There is something irresistible about the music of Motown. No matter what age you are, chances are that you have encountered or listened to it at least once and this show manages to recaptur…

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Saturday, June 10, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Working at Southwark Playhouse by Emma Clarendon

Luke Sheppard directs this European premiere production at the Southwark Playhouse. Here is what critics have had to say about it.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM

INTERVIEW: Spotlight On… Jesus Christ Superstar’s Tyrone Huntley by Emma Clarendon

As Tyrone Huntley prepares to reprise his role as Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, Love London Love Culture asked him a few questions about returning …

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Friday, June 9, 2017

TAPE FACE – West End by Emma Clarendon

Sam Wills aka Tape Face has created an interesting modern interpretation and tribute to the silent comedy era that relies a lot on the audience and their willingness to take part, making the…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PM
Thursday, June 8, 2017

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES – Touring by Emma Clarendon

La Cage Aux Folles is a total joy from beginning to end – sharp witted, fantastic performances from all of the cast and so flamboyant that you can’t help but wish that the performance we…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM

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