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Monday, March 18, 2019

‘Thoughtful & poignant piece of theatre’: BILLY BISHOP GOES TO WAR – Southwark Playhouse ★★★★ by Emma Clarendon

Funny and heartfelt, Billy Bishop Goes to War, the true life story of an extraordinary pilot, highlights a different perspective of World War I.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM
Sunday, March 17, 2019

‘We feel like we’ve created lifelong memories along this tour’: BGT finalists DNA are loving being on the road by Emma Clarendon

The mind reading duo DNA is currently on tour with their show, coming to Live at Zédel today (18 March). They chatted to Emma Clarendon about being on tour.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM
Saturday, March 16, 2019

REVIEW ROUND-UP: The Twilight Zone at the Ambassadors Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews for Anne Washburn’s adaptation based on the television series The Twilight Zone.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM
Friday, March 15, 2019

‘You have a richly satisfyingly night at the theatre’: Oliver Beamish chats about the transfer of Billy Bishop Goes to War by Emma Clarendon

Love London Love Culture’s Emma Clarendon spoke to actor Oliver Beamish about the transfer of Billy Bishop Goes to War to the Southwark Playhouse.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PM

‘Atmospheric if slightly thin’: REBUS: LONG SHADOWS – Rose Theatre, Kingston ★★★ by Emma Clarendon

Rebus: Long Shadows is a bit of a mixed bag, lacking in intensity and with a plot which is overly complicated, but the production is suitably atmospheric and engaging to watch unfold.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Thursday, March 14, 2019

‘I want it to be a rewarding night out’: Kieran Hurley brings his play Mouthpiece to the Soho Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Love London Love Culture’s Emma Clarendon chatted to writer Kieran Hurley about Mouthpiece, playing at the Soho Theatre from 2 April 2019.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 02:00PM

‘A surprise treat’: 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL – West End ★★★★ by Emma Clarendon

Jeff Calhoun’s production of 9 To 5 The Musical is plenty of fun while maintaining the story’s serious undertone of women fighting for their rights at any cost.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Wednesday, March 13, 2019

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Waitress at the Adelphi Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Now officially open in the West End, Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews for the London production of Sara Bareilles’ musical Waitress.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM
Tuesday, March 12, 2019

‘I am still pinching myself that it is real’: Jaymi Hensley on wearing Joseph’s Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat by Emma Clarendon

Love London Love Culture’s Emma Clarendon caught up with Union J’s Jaymi Hensley to talk about taking on the title role in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PM

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Inside Bitch at the Royal Court Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Find out what critics had to say about Clean Break’s production of Inside Bitch, looking at the representation of women in prison…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM
Monday, March 11, 2019

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Richard II at Shakespeare’s Globe by Emma Clarendon

Discover what critics made of Adjoa Andoh and Lynette Linton’s new production of Richard II at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PM

‘A poignant book shines throughout’: THE PROJECT – White Bear Theatre ★★★★ by Emma Clarendon

Impactful and unsettling – The Project at the White Bear Theatre shows the power of manipulation under Nazi control.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Sunday, March 10, 2019

REVIEW ROUND-UP – Alys Always at the Bridge Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews for Nicholas Hytner’s production of Alys Always based on Harriet Lane’s novel.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM
Friday, March 8, 2019

Album Review: Behind the Curtain – Broadway Composers & Lyricists Sing Their Songs by Emma Clarendon

Album Review: Combining the music from classic and contemporary musicals, Behind the Curtain – Broadway Composers & Lyricists Sing Their Songs is fascinating and insightful.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM
Thursday, March 7, 2019

REVIEW ROUND-UP: The Merry Widow at English National Opera by Emma Clarendon

Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews for Max Webster’s production of Lehár’s operetta The Merry Widow.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Wednesday, March 6, 2019

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Così Fan Tutte at the Royal Opera House by Emma Clarendon

Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews for the Royal Opera House’s production of Così Fan Tutte.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Tuesday, March 5, 2019

‘You’re just excited to do it justice’: Kira Malou, Michael O’Reilly & Simone Covele talk Dirty Dancing by Emma Clarendon

Kira Malou, Michael O’Reilly and Simone Covele chatted to Simon Button about taking the production based on the classic film Dirty Dancing out on tour.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PM

REVIEW ROUND-UP: The Son at Kiln Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Michael Longhurst directs the UK premiere of Florian Zeller’s play The Son. Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Monday, March 4, 2019

Love London Love Culture’s Theatre Picks for March by Emma Clarendon

Here is LLLC’s guide to some of the best theatre productions opening in the capital in March.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM
Sunday, March 3, 2019

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Rip it Up at the Garrick Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Bringing the 1960s to life, find out what critics made of Rip it Up, now playing at the Garrick Theatre.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Saturday, March 2, 2019

‘The audience seemed to be in a constant state of euphoria throughout’: THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE – Wilton’s Music Hall ★★★★★ by Emma Clarendon

This production of The Pirates of Penzance, as a whole, is a delight. It breathes a new depth into a classic and beloved opera without losing it’s eccentric British quality. I would highly…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Friday, March 1, 2019

‘Intense & painfully funny’: ABIGAIL’S PARY – Touring ★★★★ by Emma Clarendon

Intense and painfully funny, Mike Leigh’s classic comedy is given a new lease of life in this engaging and lively production directed by Sarah Esdaile that keeps the audience thoroughly en…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PM

‘Lively but chaotic affair’: DINOMANIA – New Diorama Theatre ★★★ by Emma Clarendon

Overall, Kandinsky showcases a fascinating story delivered with great imagination in Dinomania, but it feels too rushed and needs further development to cover the story and Mantell’s disco…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Thursday, February 28, 2019

‘It’s a detailed exploration of prison life shown through poignant storytelling’: Actor Raphael Akuwudike on The Jumper Factory at the Young Vic by Emma Clarendon

Actor Raphael Akuwudike chatted to LLLC about being in The Jumper Factory at the Young Vic Theatre.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM
Tuesday, February 19, 2019

REVIEW ROUND-UP: The American Clock at The Old Vic by Emma Clarendon

Rachel Chavkin directs this revival of Arthur Miller’s play The American Clock at the Old Vic Theatre. Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Monday, February 18, 2019

‘Subtle, atmospheric & imaginative’: BERBERIAN SOUND STUDIO – Donmar Warehouse by Emma Clarendon

As chilling as it is fascinating, Tom Scutt’s production of Berberian Sound Studio is an effective slow-burner that captures the audience’s attention as much as their imagination.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Sunday, February 17, 2019

‘Thoroughly mesmerising from start to finish’: GHOST THE MUSICAL – Touring by Emma Clarendon

Heart-wrenchingly emotional and beautifully presented, this touring production of Ghost captures the spirit of the film.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM
Saturday, February 16, 2019

‘There are moments of greatness in amongst the gimmicks’: ALL ABOUT EVE – West End ★★★ by Emma Clarendon

Love London Love Culture’s Kirsty Herrington paid a visit to the Noel Coward Theatre to see Ivo van Hove’s production of All About Eve, based on the Oscar-winning film.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Friday, February 15, 2019

REVIEW ROUND-UP – Edward II at Shakespeare’s Globe by Emma Clarendon

Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews for Nick Bagnall’s production of Edward II at Shakespeare’s Globe.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Thursday, February 14, 2019

‘It’s a play about life, connection & what it means to be human’: Tom Ratcliffe’s debut play Circa heads to the Old Red Lion Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Writer Tom Ratcliffe spoke to LLLC’s Emma Clarendon about his debut play Circa at the Old Red Lion Theatre.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:10PM

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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