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Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Mercury Theatre Announces Two New Mercury Originals for 2025/2026 Season by Staff Writer

Colchester’s Mercury Theatre has unveiled two exciting new Mercury Original productions for its upcoming 2025/2026 season

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:30AM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: MILES. at Summerhall Arts (Tech Cube 0) by Staff Writer

Delving into the creative chaos behind Kind of Blue, the best-selling jazz album of all time, MILES. is a world premiere fusing live jazz, theatre, and never-before-heard recordings

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:16AM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: English Ako at theSpace @ Surgeons’ Hall (Theatre 2) by Staff Writer

Jules Chan brings his semi-autobiographical solo show English Ako to the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:16AM
Monday, June 23, 2025

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: Elon Musk: Lost in Space at theSpace @ Surgeons’ Hall (Grand Theatre) by Staff Writer

Perfectly Normal Theatre presents Elon Musk: Lost in Space, a darkly comic sci-fi satire starring Ben Whitehead

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:15AM

First Look: This Bitter Earth at Soho Theatre – Production Images Released by Staff Writer

Production images have been released for This Bitter Earth, the powerful new play by Harrison David Rivers, now running at Soho Theatre until 26 July

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:41AM

Ovation Rights Acquires Sir Richard Stilgoe’s Musical Catalogue in Landmark Deal by Staff Writer

Ovation Rights has announced the acquisition of Sir Richard Stilgoe’s rights in some of the most iconic musicals in theatre history, including The Phantom of the Opera and Starlight Exp…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:38AM

The Trials to be Revived by Southwark Playhouse Young Ensemble This August by Staff Writer

Southwark Playhouse Young Ensemble will present a major revival of The Trials by Dawn King, running from Thursday 28 to Saturday 30 August 2025 at Southwark Playhouse Borough

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:38AM

The Phantom of the Opera Announces New Cast at His Majesty’s Theatre from July 2025 by Staff Writer

Cameron Mackintosh has announced exciting new casting for The Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty’s Theatre

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:38AM

TYPT25 Returns This Summer with Director TD. Moyo at the Helm by Staff Writer

Talawa Theatre Company’s acclaimed TYPT (Talawa Young People's Theatre Programme) returns this summer, running from Monday 21 July to Saturday 16 August 2025 at Talawa Studio

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:37AM

Full Cast Announced for 101 Dalmatians The Musical at Eventim Apollo by Staff Writer

Jeff Brazier as Casper and JLS star Aston Merrygold as Jasper join Sydnie Christmas as full casting is announced for 101 Dalmatians The Musical 

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:37AM

Moulin Rouge! The Musical Extends West End Run at the Piccadilly Theatre Until February 2026 by Staff Writer

The West End production of Moulin Rouge! The Musical has announced an extension at the Piccadilly Theatre, with performances now booking through to 21 February 2026

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 10:36AM

First Look: Hercules Unveils Production Images by Staff Writer

Disney Theatrical Group has released the first production images of Hercules, now previewing at Theatre Royal Drury Lane

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:54AM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: DYKE Systems Ltd at Pleasance Courtyard (Cellar) by Staff Writer

Fag Packet, the award-winning drag and cabaret duo, make their Edinburgh Fringe debut with DYKE Systems Ltd

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:15AM
Sunday, June 22, 2025

Photos: West End LIVE Celebrates 20 Years with Star-Studded Sunday in Trafalgar Square by Staff Writer

West End LIVE returned to Trafalgar Square for day two, marking its 20th anniversary with a spectacular line-up of performances from London’s top musicals

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 04:20PM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: Cartoonopolis at Pleasance Dome (Jack Dome) by Staff Writer

Celebrating its ten-year anniversary, Cartoonopolis makes its long-awaited Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut this summer

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:15AM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: Xhloe and Natasha’s Triple Bill at theSpace @ Niddry Street (Upper) by Staff Writer

Fringe First-winning duo Xhloe and Natasha return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 with a full-force triple bill of their acclaimed shows

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:14AM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: The Butterfly Who Flew Into The Rave at Summerhall (Main Hall) by Staff Writer

Condensing the spirit of a three-day party into a relentless 60-minute spectacle, The Butterfly Who Flew Into The Rave is a high-energy celebration of rave culture

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 04:35AM
Saturday, June 21, 2025

Photos: West End LIVE 2025 Celebrates 20 Years With Star-Studded Saturday Line-Up by Staff Writer

West End LIVE 2025 kicked off its milestone 20th anniversary today with a spectacular showcase of musical theatre in London’s Trafalgar Square

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:09PM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: A.L.Ex and the ImproBots: How To Train Your Robot at Gilded Balloon (The Nip) by Staff Writer

Blending comedy, science, and interactive storytelling, A.L.Ex and the ImproBots: How To Train Your Robot is a joyful, family-friendly tech theatre experience

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:34AM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: Dic Dic Chang Chang Playground at theSpaceUK @ Surgeons’ Hall (Theatre 3) by Staff Writer

In a vibrant fusion of drama, live music, and cultural education, Dic Dic Chang Chang Playground returns to the Edinburgh Fringe for a second year

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:34AM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: Mind How You Go at ZOO (Playground 1) by Staff Writer

Debuting her new music-theatre show, folk singer-songwriter and theatre-maker Michelle Burke returns to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with Mind How You Go

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:51AM
Friday, June 20, 2025

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: Cinderella Ice Cream Seller – A Musical at Underbelly, Bristo Square (Ermintrude) by Staff Writer

A prince, a ball, and a glass slipper filled with an ice cream sundae—Cinderella Ice Cream Seller – A Musical is a deliciously reimagined twist on the classic fairytale

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:34AM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: Channel at Assembly Roxy (Snug) by Staff Writer

Offering a moment of calm amid the chaos of the Fringe, Channel is a meditative, immersive sound experience created by Jack McGuire

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 09:34AM

Full Cast Announced for European Premiere of Fat Ham at Swan Theatre by Staff Writer

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced full casting for the European premiere of Fat Ham, James Ijames’ Pulitzer Prize-winning play, set to run at the Swan Theatre

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 08:05AM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: Wild Thing! at Summerhall (Tech Cube 0) by Staff Writer

Herald Angel award-winning performer Tom Bailey and his company Mechanimal return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with Wild Thing!

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 06:51AM

Rehearsal Images Released for World Premiere of A Single Man at Aviva Studios by Staff Writer

The Royal Ballet and Factory International have unveiled first-look rehearsal images for the world premiere of A Single Man

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:45AM

Critically Acclaimed The Boy at the Back of the Class Returns for 2026 UK Tour by Staff Writer

The Boy at the Back of the Class is set to return to UK stages in 2026, bringing its heartwarming tale of friendship and compassion to a new generation of theatre-goers

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:44AM

Tanya Franks to Star in London Transfer of Barn Theatre’s Hit Spy Comedy A Role To Die For by Staff Writer

Full casting has been announced for the London transfer of A Role To Die For, the critically acclaimed comedy by Jordan Waller, directed by Olivier Award winner Derek Bond.

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:44AM

Be More Chill Cast Announced for Landmark Production at The Old Joint Stock Theatre by Staff Writer

The Old Joint Stock Theatre has announced the cast for its upcoming production of Be More Chill, marking the venue’s largest production to date

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 04:59AM
Thursday, June 19, 2025

Sunny Chung Wins 2025 Constellation Creatives Drama Student Bursary from New Earth Theatre by Staff Writer

New Earth Theatre has announced Sunny Chung as the recipient of the 2025 Constellation Creatives Drama Student Bursary

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 03:12PM

Edinburgh Fringe Preview: Rock Hard – A Theatrical A Cappella Adventure at theSpaceTriplex (Big) by Staff Writer

Rock Hard – A Theatrical A Cappella Adventure is a wordless musical journey through Hong Kong’s past, present, and future

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:34AM