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Sam S Shubert Theatre, New York
Attempts to modernise the gender politics of the classic comedy struggle but there are some moments that deliver enough razzle-dazzle
There are several chase …
The Belgian dance-theatre company love to create unnerving environments " and are set to put the apocalypse on stage. They talk about their taboo-trouncing shows
Knock, knock. Who's there? I…
Theatre Royal Brighton Panto finds dame and co-star John Bishop in need of a boost and better jokes, though song and dance performers give it unruly energy
If you only come for Ian McKellen,…
Dame Beryl Grey has died aged 95. Look back at the career of one of Britain's greatest dance stars
Beryl Grey: a bright star of British ballet with spark, poise and passion Continue reading…
One of the most celebrated British ballerinas of her generation who later dedicated herself to the training of dancersIn 1941 Beryl Grey, who has died aged 95, became known as Britain's "bab…
Gate, Dublin Pam Gems' play may have dated, but the tragic arc of Édith Piaf from street urchin to torch singer is still compelling, told through music that rings with drama
Edith Piaf's…
The ballerina, who has died aged 95, brought panache to roles at the Royal Ballet and across the world before guiding what became English National Ballet
' A life in pictures
A few years ago…
New Vic, Newcastle-under-LymeAn underprivileged Alice fights for the wonder of book-learning in Theresa Heskin's transformative take on Carroll's classic tale
A stubby barge manoeuvres throu…
Linbury theatre, Royal Opera House, LondonBen Duke's retelling of the Medea myth may not have the trappings of Christmas cheer, but its inventive wit brings real delight
Well, hats off to Be…
Garrick; Olivier, LondonCorrin shape-shifts to perfection in Neil Bartlett's zestful take on Virginia Woolf's novel, while a bad fairy casts a spell on Rufus Norris's Sleeping Beauty musical…
Shooting to fame as a teenager with the Royal Ballet, Grey won international acclaim as a dancer and was artistic director of the company that became English National Ballet
The renowned dan…
Once an under-the-radar live comedy jewel, Mohammed's alter-ego impresario is hogging the spotlight in two new stage shows. Is the character destined for TV?
Any assessment of the best chara…
Smith will take on the role of 'theatre's best-loved mum' in Willy Russell's play in London in February
Sheridan Smith is to return to the West End stage next year in Willy Russell's 1986 co…
Royal Exchange theatre, ManchesterA slightly wonky meta structure involving a team of amdram actors muddles this show about the former MP but it has abundant charm
Politics is a kind of perf…
Young Vic, LondonA strong cast cannot conceal the thinness of this superficial account of South Africa's great liberator
This musical about the extraordinary life of the South African freedo…
The country superstar has written a clutch of new songs for this Appalachian take on the festive classic. But will she drop by to see it?
Is there anything that Dolly Parton cannot do? Singe…
James Earl Jones Theatre, New York
The Broadway debut of 91-year-old playwright Adrienne Kennedy provides its captivating lead star with stellar moments but lacks insight
Ohio State Murders …
Troubadour Wembley Park theatre, LondonThis show about young New York paper-sellers has stirring anthems and screwball energy, even if it lacks emotional and political depth
Newspaper hawker…
Patsy Ferran will take over from Lydia Wilson when the London production opens a week late, alongside co-stars Paul Mescal and Anjana Vasan
London's Almeida theatre has cancelled the first w…
Dundee RepCinders is a hard-working and independent-minded farmer while her prince is an environmental engineering student in Lynda Radley's cheerful reworking
You can see why Lynda Radley w…
Dorfman theatre, LondonApril De Angelis's comedy about a leave-voting entrepreneur in a gentrified area has echoes of Abigail's Party and Educating Rita " except all the characters are reduc…
Sadler's Wells, LondonCrammed with the choreographer's trademark wit and OTT theatrics, this is an irresistible spin on the story
Sleeping Beauty and vampires. This unlikely pairing is the c…
Pitting the capital against the regions is a cynical political ploy and the Arts Council's cuts are a catastrophe for new writing " as well as the entertainment industry
The resignation of R…
The London venue known for nurturing Mike Leigh, Harold Pinter, Hanif Kureishi and Abi Morgan 'can no longer continue solely as a new writing theatre', says outgoing artistic director Roxana…
Royal Opera House, LondonThis sumptuously designed production is a treat if you don't dwell on the dramatic flaws and just enjoy the magical music and performances
The Nutcracker ballet is f…
