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Thursday, November 6, 2025

9 to 5 The Musical Announces 2026 UK Tour in Landmark Theatres’ First In-House Production by Staff Writer

Landmark Theatres has announced a brand-new production of 9 to 5 The Musical, set to tour the UK in summer 2026. The post 9 to 5 The Musical Announces 2026 UK Tour in Landmark Theatres’ Fi…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:40AM

A Merry Old Variety Night Returns to Stratford East This December by Staff Writer

Following the success of its spring edition, A Merry Old Variety Night returns to Stratford East on Thursday 4 December at 8pm The post A Merry Old Variety Night Returns to Stratford East Th…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:27AM

Pleasance London Celebrates 30 Years with Bold Spring/Summer Season by Staff Writer

Pleasance London is marking its 30th anniversary with a vibrant Spring/Summer theatre season, showcasing a dynamic mix of new voices, returning favourites, and Fringe hits The post Pleasance…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:27AM

John Simm to Star in Blackbird at Theatre Royal Bath’s Ustinov Studio by Staff Writer

John Simm will lead a brand-new production of David Harrower’s Blackbird, directed by Matthew Dunster, at the Ustinov Studio, Theatre Royal Bath The post John Simm to Star in Blackbird at …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:27AM

BalletBoyz: Still Pointless Marks 25 Years at Sadler’s Wells by Staff Writer

Pioneering dance company BalletBoyz will celebrate 25 years of groundbreaking work with Still Pointless, a retrospective production at Sadler’s Wells The post BalletBoyz: Still Pointless M…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:26AM

Matthew Bourne’s The Car Man Returns for 2026 UK Tour and Sadler’s Wells Summer Season by Staff Writer

New Adventures has announced the return of Matthew Bourne’s award-winning dance thriller The Car Man, which will embark on an extensive UK tour in 2026 The post Matthew Bourne’s The Car …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:26AM

Cast and Creatives Announced for The Virgins at Soho Theatre by Staff Writer

Soho Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for The Virgins, a new play by Miriam Battye The post Cast and Creatives Announced for The Virgins at Soho Theatre appeared first o…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:59AM

Company of Wolves’ The Bacchae to Tour Scotland in Spring 2026 Following Acclaimed Fringe Run by Staff Writer

The Bacchae, a radical reimagining of Euripides’ ancient tragedy, will tour Scotland in Spring 2026, presented by Glasgow’s acclaimed Company of Wolves The post Company of Wolves’ The …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:53AM

Trafalgar Entertainment Becomes Official Sponsor of Box Office Radio by Staff Writer

Global live entertainment company Trafalgar Entertainment has officially partnered with Box Office Radio, becoming the station’s headline sponsor as it celebrates its fifth anniversary The…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:53AM
Wednesday, November 5, 2025

The Hunger Games: On Stage Releases First-Look Production Images Ahead of Global Premiere by Staff Writer

The first official images from The Hunger Games: On Stage have been released, offering a glimpse into the spectacular stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s bestselling novel The post The H…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:00AM

Barn Theatre Launches New Initiative for Visiting Companies by Staff Writer

The Barn Theatre in Cirencester has announced a major expansion to its programming model, opening its doors to a new wave of visiting productions from 2026 The post Barn Theatre Launches New…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:59AM
Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Clarkston Podcast Offers Behind-the-Scenes Look at West End Production by Staff Writer

A new podcast series has been released offering a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into the making of Clarkston, currently running at Trafalgar Theatre until 22 November The post Clarkston Pod…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:59AM

First Look at Acorn Antiques The Musical – Production Images Released Ahead of Fundraising Concerts by Staff Writer

New production images have been released for Acorn Antiques The Musical, ahead of its highly anticipated fundraising concerts in London and Manchester this month The post First Look at Acorn…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:25AM

The Overtones Celebrate 15 Iconic Years with New Christmas Single and Major UK Tour by Staff Writer

The UK’s No.1 multi-platinum vocal harmony group, The Overtones, are marking their 15th anniversary with a festive flourish The post The Overtones Celebrate 15 Iconic Years with New Christ…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:24AM

Jermyn Street Theatre Announces Full Spring 2026 Season Programming by Staff Writer

Jermyn Street Theatre has unveiled its full Spring 2026 season, featuring five main productions and a series of one-night-only events The post Jermyn Street Theatre Announces Full Spring 202…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:23AM

Pride – Dates and Ticket Details Announced for New British Musical at National Theatre by Staff Writer

P&P Productions and the National Theatre, in association with Pathé, have announced performance dates and ticket details for Pride, the new British musical based on the award-winning fi…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:22AM

Shaftesbury Theatre To Undergo Major Refurbishment From February 2026 by Staff Writer

Shaftesbury Theatre, the largest independent theatre in the West End, will begin the next phase of its scheduled refurbishment from February 2026 through to Spring 2027 The post Shaftesbury …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:22AM

Jason Manford to Star in UK Premiere of Something Rotten! at Manchester Opera House by Staff Writer

Comedy, TV and musical theatre favourite Jason Manford will return to the stage next summer in the UK premiere of the award-winning musical Something Rotten! The post Jason Manford to Star i…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:22AM

Lily Dyble Wins 2025 RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award by Staff Writer

The Royal Theatrical Support Trust (RTST) has announced Lily Dyble as the winner of the 2025 RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award and Sophie Drake as runner-up The post Lily Dyble Wins 2025 RT…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 04:59AM
Monday, November 3, 2025

Jarlsberg® Partners with The Devil Wears Prada Musical in the West End by Staff Writer

Cheese brand Jarlsberg® has announced a year-long partnership with the West End production of The Devil Wears Prada – The Musical, currently playing at the Dominion Theatre The post Jarls…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:43PM

That’ll Be The Day Releases Charity Album Make A Wish Come True Featuring Tom Ball by Staff Writer

That’ll Be The Day has teamed up with Britain’s Got Talent and America’s Got Talent: All Stars finalist Tom Ball to release a brand-new charity album, Make A Wish Come True, in support…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:56AM

Paranormal Activity Announces Casting for West End Premiere at Ambassadors Theatre by Staff Writer

Casting has been announced for the West End premiere of Paranormal Activity, the spine-tingling new stage adaptation inspired by the iconic horror film franchise. The post Paranormal Activit…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:53AM

Othello Production Photos Released Ahead of West End Press Night by Staff Writer

New production images have been released for Tom Morris’ explosive new West End staging of Othello, ahead of its press night at Theatre Royal Haymarket The post Othello Production Photos R…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:05AM

Let’s Face The Music…and Dance! – Aljaž & Janette Announce Brand New UK Tour for 2026 by Staff Writer

Strictly Come Dancing favourites Aljaž Škorjanec and Janette Manrara are set to return to the stage in spring 2026 with a brand new dance spectacular, Let’s Face The Music...and Dance!. …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:02AM

Wicked overtakes Starlight Express as longest running show at the Apollo Victoria Theatre by Staff Writer

The West End phenomenon Wicked has officially become the longest-running production in the history of the Apollo Victoria Theatre The post Wicked overtakes Starlight Express as longest runni…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:01AM

Starlight Express Triumphs at West End Wilma Awards 2025 as Winners Call for Greater Diversity in Theatre Recognition by Staff Writer

Winners announced as The 2025 West End Wilma Awards took place last night at London’s Leicester Square Theatre, celebrating the very best of UK theatre across fifteen categories The post S…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:00AM

Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch Announces Spring 2026 Programme by Staff Writer

Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch has unveiled its Spring 2026 season, featuring a bold mix of in-house productions, touring shows, and initiatives to support emerging talent The post Queen’s T…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:00AM
Saturday, November 1, 2025

First Look at Paddington The Musical as Previews Begin in the West End by Staff Writer

As previews begin this evening for Paddington The Musical, producers have released the first images of Paddington and revealed the team bringing him to life on stage The post First Look at P…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 04:15PM
Friday, October 31, 2025

Brand-New Production Images Released for ELF the Musical at Aldwych Theatre by Staff Writer

Brand-new production images have been released for ELF the Musical, which began performances at the Aldwych Theatre on Tuesday 28 October and will run for a limited season The post Brand-New…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:34AM

Taboo Welcomes Acclaimed Director Michael Longhurst for Bold New Revival by Staff Writer

A bold new version of Taboo, the cult musical by Boy George, is in development with acclaimed director Michael Longhurst joining the creative team The post Taboo Welcomes Acclaimed Director …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:15AM

Little Shop of Horrors to Play Liverpool Playhouse for Christmas 2026 Following Hope Mill Revival by Staff Writer

Following a major revival at Manchester’s Hope Mill Theatre, cult musical comedy Little Shop of Horrors will transfer to the Liverpool Playhouse for a special Christmas season The post Lit…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:15AM

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