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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…

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Wednesday, June 7, 2017

ANNIE – West End by Emma Clarendon

In terms of offering hope in dark times, there is nothing quite like the musical Annie to lift up your spirits and leave you feeling optimistic about the world. The classic musical based on …

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Sunday, June 4, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Sand in the Sandwiches at Theatre Royal Haymarket by Emma Clarendon

Edward Fox stars in Hugh Whitemore’s one man show which celebrates John Betjeman, poet laureate and icon of British poetry. But what have critics been making of it?

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REVIEW ROUND-UP: On the Town at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Discover what critics have been saying about Drew McOnie‘s production of the musical starring Danny Mac and Maggie Steed.

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Top five reasons to catch Half A Sixpence by Emma Clarendon

3. The Choreography: Andrew Wright’s wonderfully energetic and elegant choreography not only captures the era in which the musical is set perfect, but also the spirit and joyfulness of the…

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Saturday, June 3, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Jam at Finborough Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Harry Melling and Jasmine Hyde star in Tommo Fowler’s production of Matt Parvin’s play. But what have critics been saying about it?

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Friday, June 2, 2017

VIXEN – The Vaults by Emma Clarendon

There is no doubting Silent Opera’s ability to completely immerse audiences into their production of Vixen, presented with plenty of creativity and sharp performances – particularly from…

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Wednesday, May 31, 2017

JANE EYRE – Touring by Emma Clarendon

This three hour long adaptation of the beloved novel can lack in energy in places but it is still beautifully staged. From the moment the audience steps into the auditorium, there is a sense…

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REVIEW ROUND-UP: Judy! at the Arts Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Ray Rackham’s musical about Judy Garland has arrived at London’s Arts Theatre for a limited season. But what have critics been saying about it?

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Saturday, May 27, 2017

Top 5 stars treading the West End boards by Emma Clarendon

Here’s a guide to some stars who are going to be treading the boards in the West End…

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BRING ON THE BOLLYWOOD – Touring by Emma Clarendon

Bringing a different vibe to the Rose Theatre in Kingston, Bring on the Bollywood is a burst of colour and life on stage that just doesn’t seem to have enough impact in terms of its so-so …

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Friday, May 26, 2017

Review Round Up: Lettice & Lovage, Menier Chocolate Factory by Emma Clarendon

Felicity Kendal and Maureen Lipman star in Trevor Nunn’s production. But what are critics making of it?

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REVIEW ROUND-UP: Life of Galileo at Young Vic Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Joe Wright directs this new production of Brecht’s play. But what have the critics been saying about it?

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Sunday, May 21, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Richard III at Arcola Theatre by Emma Clarendon

RSC Associate Artist Greg Hicks leads the cast as Richard III in Mehmet Ergen’s production for the Arcola Theatre. But what have critics been saying about the production?

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Saturday, May 20, 2017

LOVE IN IDLENESS – West End by Emma Clarendon

With its brilliantly witty script and fantastic characters, Love in Idleness has plenty to offer those who are in need of gentle but ultimately affectionate entertainment and Trevor Nunn has…

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Wednesday, May 17, 2017

OUR LADIES OF PERPETUAL SUCCOR – West End by Emma Clarendon

Based on Alan Warner’s novel The Sopranos, Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour brings to mind as being the female version of The Inbetweeners, in which the story follows six teenage girls as t…

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Tuesday, May 16, 2017

NEWS: Original cast recording for The Wind in the Willows announced by Emma Clarendon

Previewing at the London Palladium from the 16th June before officially opening on the 29th June, The Wind in the Willows is a brand new musical featuring music by George Stiles and lyrics b…

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Friday, May 12, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Angels in America at the National Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Tony Kushner’s two part play is now playing at the National Theatre with an all star cast directed by Marianne Elliott. But does it impress the critics?

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LATE COMPANY – Finborough Theatre by Emma Clarendon

For anyone who remembers their teenage years as being particularly painful because of being teased or worse bullied, Late Company is certainly a play that hits all of the emotions with regar…

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Wednesday, May 10, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: The Ferryman, Royal Court Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Jez Butterworth’s new play is now open at the Royal Court Theatre, directed by Sam Mendes – but what have critics been saying about it?

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THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE – Touring by Emma Clarendon

Based on the 1967 film and the original 1956 British musical Chrysanthemum, Thoroughly Modern Millie is a bundle of joy with its over the top characters, tap dancing and of course bringing t…

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Tuesday, May 9, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui at Donmar Warehouse by Emma Clarendon

Lenny Henry makes his Donmar debut in the theatre’s revival of Bertolt Brecht’s play. Here is what critics have been saying about the production so far.

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Monday, May 8, 2017

NEWS: Cast announced for Park Theatre’s The Ugly One by Emma Clarendon

The production, which is directed by Roy Alexander Weise, is set to star Charlie Dorfman as Lette, Arian Nik as Karlmann and Indra Ové as Fanny. Meanwhile, for this 10th anniversary product…

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Sunday, May 7, 2017

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

Discover what critics have been saying about the Royal Ballet’s revival of Kenneth MacMillan’s Mayerling here...

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Saturday, May 6, 2017

PETE ‘N’ KEELY – Tristan Bates Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Whisking audiences back to 1968, Pete ‘N’ Keeley is a lighthearted and entertaining show about one couple whose relationship has played in front of cameras for the past 12 years and the …

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Friday, May 5, 2017

NEWS: Wandsworth Arts Fringe 2017 highlights by Emma Clarendon

Running from the 5th to the 21st May, the 2017 Wandsworth Arts Fringe will take over South West London for two weeks to showcase a wide variety of shows. For this year’s festival, all of t…

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Thursday, May 4, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Romeo & Juliet at Shakespeare’s Globe by Emma Clarendon

Daniel Kramer’s new production of Romeo & Juliet opens the Shakespeare’s Globe’s Summer of Love Season. But is it love at first sight with the critics?

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Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Seven shows for the whole family by Emma Clarendon

Looking to introduce your children to the world of theatre? Here’s a few productions around now and coming soon in London.

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Monday, May 1, 2017

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Late Company at Finborough Theatre by Emma Clarendon

This European premiere production of Jordan Tannahill’s play is now playing at the Finborough Theatre. Here is what critics have been saying about it...

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Five shows to watch on International Dance Day by Emma Clarendon

If you love dance in either a musical or more traditional dance based show, here’s a few shows you need to either book for or visit today

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Sunday, April 30, 2017

ALICE’S ADVENTURES UNDERGROUND – The Vaults by Emma Clarendon

The further into Les Enfants Terribles version of Wonderland, the more audience members are enthralled by what is happening around them as well as questioning their sanity by the end – inc…

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic