Author: Curtain Call

Review, West End1 Comment

My Experience watching ‘The Lion King’ in the West End

Curtain Call

By Clémentine Pruvost Picture: Dewynters Photography Opened in the West End since October 1999, The Lion King is a delight for all ages. Old and young have roamed the halls of the Lyceum Theatre in sheer joy. But is it really a show for everyone? From the very first note of the opening number, I started to have goosebumps all over. Then, Rafiki started singing and I was on the edge of my seat. This show, these songs, this story mean so much to me. They remind me of a time in my life where I was surrounded by loving … Continue reading My Experience watching ‘The Lion King’ in the West End

News, Review, West EndLeave a comment

‘Oh my god, we’re back again’: & Juliet’s grand reopening

Curtain Call

By Clélia Gessner Art by @enjoy_the_party_ On March 14, 2020, the last two & Juliet shows were performed in the form of a staged concert (as there was no one to play the character of May). I was there for those two special shows, not knowing they would be the last ones for a long time. 559 days later, the doors of the Shaftesbury Theatre finally reopened for the public to see & Juliet again, and I was there to see it happen. This, to me, was so special.  As you might know, before the pandemic & Juliet was one … Continue reading ‘Oh my god, we’re back again’: & Juliet’s grand reopening

Off-West End, ReviewLeave a comment

A day in Manchester: ‘Rent’ at the Hope Mill Theatre

Curtain Call

By Constance Drugeot Picture: Pamela Raith On Saturday 21st of August, I travelled to Manchester to see a production of Rent. As a theatre lover, this is quite a normal day for me. Except that it wasn’t.  Because, on that day, I finally got to see a live production of Rent after discovering it nine years before. Not only that, but Rent was the show that made me fall in love with musical theatre back in 2012, when I was still living in France. It was a quiet and boring summer and, while scrolling endlessly on YouTube, I stumbled upon … Continue reading A day in Manchester: ‘Rent’ at the Hope Mill Theatre

NewsLeave a comment

‘It’s showtime!’: Beetlejuice heads back to Broadway

Curtain Call

God, we hope you’re ready for a show about death! Nineteen months after the stage adaptation of the beloved Tim Burton film shut down on Broadway due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it has announced its grand return! The first performance is set for April 8, 2022 at a new venue, the Marquis Theatre. Before the pandemic, the show played at the Winter Garden Theatre, where it opened on April 25, 2019 after it began preview on March 28, 2019. Back in December 2019, it was announced that Beetlejuice had set its closing for June 2020 as the Winter Garden was … Continue reading ‘It’s showtime!’: Beetlejuice heads back to Broadway

Review, West EndLeave a comment

After months of isolation, Amélie: the Musical brought me home

Curtain Call

By Constance Drugeot  Image: Pamela Raith “The secret to life is to leave a trail of breadcrumbs, if I lose my way I can always turn around.” Amélie: the Musical was one of the lucky shows to be brought back to life at the reopening of the West End in May 2021. In a desire to experience the magic of musical theatre once again, I found myself sitting eagerly at the Criterion Theatre, ready to be transported back into my hometown. It didn’t disappoint – on the contrary, I left the theatre with so much love and hope in my … Continue reading After months of isolation, Amélie: the Musical brought me home

News, West EndLeave a comment

Matilda announces full West End cast

Curtain Call

Right before celebreating its 10th birthday, Matilda will make its return to the West End this September. At the Cambridge Theatre, Imogen Cole, Alyssa D’Souza, Alex Munden and Zoe Simon will take turns in playing the title role. They will be joined on stage by Carly Thoms as Miss Honey, Elliot Harper as Miss Trunchbull, Sebastian Torkia as Mr. Wormwood and Annette McLaughlin as Mrs. Wormwood. Kaspar Cahill-Ritter, Sienna Clarke, Rosie Gell-Marquez, Beth Gilmour, Louie Gray, and Gracie Hodson-Prior will be reprising their role in the show. The young cast also includes Hari Aggarwal, Thommy Bailey Vine, Kieron Bell, Tom … Continue reading Matilda announces full West End cast

News, West EndLeave a comment

Heathers the Musical to return to the West End on June 22

Curtain Call

Welcome back to the Candy Store !  Heathers the Musical will make its return on June 22 in the West End at the Theatre Royal Haymarket with its opening night on June 28. The cast is led by Christina Bennington as Veronica Sawyer and Jordan Luke Gage as JD. Jodie Steele will reprise her role as Heather Chandler alongside Bobbie Little as Heather Duke, and Frances Mayli McCann as Heather McNamara. The cast also includes Lauren Ward as Fleming/Veronica’s Mother, Madison Swan as Martha, Simon Bailey as Ram’s Dad/Big Bud Dean/Coach, Joaquin Pedro Valdes as Ram Sweeney, and Steven Serlin as … Continue reading Heathers the Musical to return to the West End on June 22

Movie, News1 Comment

Rachel Zegler to star in Disney’s Live-Action Snow White

Curtain Call

Following the footsteps of Emma Watson as Belle and Lily James as Cinderella, Rachel Zegler is set to play Disney’s princess Snow White in the upcoming live-action movie of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.  The movie, produced by Marc Platt and directed by Marc Webb will bring to the big screen Disney’s first animated feature and will feature new songs by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. The duo previously brought home a Tony and an Oscar for their work on Dear Evan Hansen and The Greatest Showman. This isn’t Zegler’s first time bringing a huge story back to life … Continue reading Rachel Zegler to star in Disney’s Live-Action Snow White

NewsLeave a comment

The Theatre Café and Mazz Muray announces “AND 5, 6, 7, EAT” – THE THEATRE CAFE COOKBOOK

Curtain Call

Theatre Café Interior © Danny With A Camera Sugar, butter, flour… Over the past year, you surely spent most of your time backing delicious cake and meals for your family – or yourself, we won’t judge. Well now is your chance to step up your game with a brand new cookbook! The Theatre Cafe have teamed up with West End legend Mazz Muray to cook something special and release a very stagey cookbook, packed with food and drink from performers across the industry. From delicious snacks to mouth-watering meals, stunning cocktails and delectable dessert – mixed with stagey names, And … Continue reading The Theatre Café and Mazz Muray announces “AND 5, 6, 7, EAT” – THE THEATRE CAFE COOKBOOK