Derek Jacobi Joins Cast Of Kenneth Branagh Production Company's Romeo And Juliet At The Garrick by Jacob Porteous

Derek Jacobi will play Mercutio opposite Lily James as Juliet and Richard Madden as Romeo in the Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company production of Romeo and Juliet at the Garrick Theatre. The pr…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 4:48am on May 4, 2015☆⚑

Nicole Kidman Announces West End Return, Gypsy Breaks Box Office Records + More #WestEndUpdate by Andrew Tomlins

It has been announced that the Academy award-winning Nicole Kidman is returning to the London stage in the UK premiere of Photograph 51 by Anna Ziegler. The play will be directed by Michael …

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 4:48am on May 4, 2015☆⚑

Critically Acclaimed 1984 Returns To West End Ahead Of International Tour by Jacob Porteous

The Headlong, Nottingham Playhouse and Almeida Theatre production of 1984 will return to the Playhouse Theatre this summer, where it enjoyed a very run in 2014. 1…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 8:46am on April 29, 2015☆⚑

Nicole Kidman Returns To The West End In Photograph 51, Tickets On Sale Now! by Jacob Porteous

Nicole Kidman will make her much-anticipated return to the London stage in September when she stars in the UK premiere of Anna Ziegler's Photograph 51 at the Noël Coward Theatre.

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 8:18am on April 24, 2015☆⚑

What's On Your Must-See Theatre List This Spring? by Liz Dyer

It's been a busy old week on the 'must-see theatre' front. What with the Olivier Awards, the glowing reviews of Gypsy and Friday's announcement of the Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company, I can'…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 12:09pm on April 22, 2015☆⚑

The Old Vic Announces Exciting New Season Under Matthew Warchus Featuring Ralph Fiennes, Timothy Spall And More by Jacob Porteous

The Old Vic Theatre has announced the productions for the inaugural season of new Artistic Director Mattew Warchus.

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 12:08pm on April 22, 2015☆⚑

The Buzz from the Bardette: Kenneth Branagh, Two Dames, Gorgeous Gowns And A Sing-Along by Rebecca Usher

Two Dames, gorgeous gowns and a sing-along " A new panto? No, I'm talking about the Olivier Awards.

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 12:07pm on April 22, 2015☆⚑

New Cast Join Award-Winning Jon Jon Briones and Eva Noblezada For Second Year In Miss Saigon by Jacob Porteous

Cameron Mackintosh is delighted to announce key cast changes for Boublil and Schönberg's legendary musical Miss Saigon at the Prince Edward Theatre as the show enters its second triumphant …

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 12:07pm on April 22, 2015☆⚑

6 Reasons Why Memphis Is Everything A Musical Should Be And A Hockadoo Lot More! by Francesca Mepham

This article is more of the reasons why you need to see Memphis at the Shaftesbury Theatre, rather than a review of it. This new musical has definitely captured my imagination (as well as th…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 12:07pm on April 22, 2015☆⚑

BREAKING NEWS: Former One Directioner Zayn Malik to star in The Phantom of the Opera? by Charlotte O'Growney

Former star of One Direction, Zayn Malik slated to star in Phantom Of The Opera at Her Majesty's Theatre, London.

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 7:33pm on April 1, 2015☆⚑

Handy Tips When Booking Lion King Tickets, Lyceum Theatre Seating Plan by James Astles

If you are planning to see The Lion King, it would be useful for you to check out our interactive Lyceum Theatre Seating Plan before you go.

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 9:37am on March 26, 2015☆⚑

Let It Be Brings Beatlemania Back To The Garrick Theatre by Francesca Mepham

Last night I was dancing away with all the vigour and inhibition that must have resembled Animal from the Muppets, and was singing my heart out like I was the fifth member of the Beatles. T…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 2:47pm on March 21, 2015☆⚑

Review: Life In The Nether Will Mess With Your Mind by Liz Dyer

If you had the chance to give up your real life, and become a completely different person - doing anything you wanted, without fear of consequences - would you do it?

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 2:46pm on March 21, 2015☆⚑

Harvey Transfers To The West End, Dreamgirls Heading To London + More! #WestEndUpdate by Andrew Tomlins

Harvey has transferred to the West End following a short UK Tour. Lindsay Posner's production runs at the Theatre Royal Haymarket for a limited season until Saturday 2nd May, with an officia…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 12:47pm on March 21, 2015☆⚑

Further Casting Updates For The West End Transfer Of Gypsy by Jacob Porteous

Further casting has been announced for the much anticipated West End transfer Gypsy, opening at the Savoy Theatre in April (with previews beginning at the end of this month). Joining Imelda …

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 10:58am on March 9, 2015☆⚑

6 West End Musicals That Need To Be Hollywood Movies by Shaun Nolan

Though all of us around these parts are deeply in love with theatre and it's our favourite art form, none of us can deny that movies and the world of Hollywood comes a close second. Movie mu…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 11:20am on February 27, 2015☆⚑

An Exclusive First Look At The Bend It Like Beckham Cast by Jacob Porteous

London previews begin for the new British musical Bend It Like Beckham at the Phoenix Theatre on 15 May 2015 with opening night on 24 June 2015. Due to popular demand, in January a further 2…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 11:19am on February 27, 2015☆⚑

10 Ways To Make Your Theatre Visit Better by Nicky Sweetland

If, like me you visit a fair few theatres, you will understand the need for the atmosphere, auditorium and facilities to be up to scratch to ensure you have full viewing pleasure. No matter …

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 4:35pm on February 3, 2015☆⚑

Beverley Knight Extends In Memphis, Penelope Wilton Dazzles In Taken At Midnight + More! by Andrew Tomlins

Producers of Memphis have announced that Beverley Knight has extended her run in the show until July 2015. Following her West End debut in The Bodyguard, Knight has been impressing West End …

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 7:52am on January 30, 2015☆⚑

How To Behave In The Theatre Part 2 by Liz Dyer

A few months ago, I had a rant about some of the annoying things people do at the theatre - fidgeting, texting, talking and so on. You can check it out here to get caught up! But based on re…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 7:50am on January 30, 2015☆⚑

Review: My Night With Reg Certainly Did Not Disappoint! by Francesca Mepham

Kevin Elyot the writer of My Night With Reg, tragically died in June 2014, so he did not get to see the deliciously funny, as well as beautifully touching revival and west end transfer of hi…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 5:47am on January 27, 2015☆⚑

From Stage to Screen: Into The Woods by Shaun Nolan

When I was in years five and six at primary school, in the wake of my passion for Hairspray, another musical obsession came to power: Into The Woods. I loved nothing more than Sondheim's com…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 8:40am on January 23, 2015☆⚑

Kinky Boots & Sing-Along Frozen Coming To The West End; My Night With Reg Opens + More by Andrew Tomlins

Theatreland may have quietened down for a few weeks over Christmas, but now it's back to business as usual with non-stop breaking news and exciting openings!

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 4:10am on January 23, 2015☆⚑

Review: Witness The Sheer Beauty That Is Miss Saigon by Jake Samson

Miss Saigon was so amazing I've bought another ticket within 24 hours after seeing it.

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 11:40am on January 22, 2015☆⚑

Thursday 15th January 2015 - Feature: Dr Zhivago Starring ... by Andrew Tomlins

head of its Broadway premiere in April, Dr Zhivago held its launch in London in January.

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 7:57am on January 22, 2015☆⚑