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Billy Porter to embark on UK Solo Tour “The Black Mona Lisa” this october

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FOURTH WALL LIVE and AEG PRESENTS are delighted to announce GRAMMY®, EMMY® and 3x Tony® Award winner Billy Porter’s brand new show and UK tour THE BLACK MONA LISA, which will run from 18 October 2024, including a night at The London Palladium on 26 October. Tickets on sale Friday 31 May at www.fw-live.com, www.aegpresents.co.uk and axs.com Billy Porter is The Black Mona Lisa! Backed by a full band, the Black Mona Lisa UK Tour 2024 takes the audience on a musical journey through Billy’s life story — showcasing tracks from ‘Black Mona Lisa’, his latest pop album, while also celebrating his 90s R&B roots and award-winning turns on Broadway. Speaking on the … Continue reading Billy Porter to embark on UK Solo Tour “The Black Mona Lisa” this october

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Live cast album announced for Sister Act The Musical featuring Beverley Knight as Deloris Van Cartier

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The producers of the award-winning production of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL are delighted to announce that a live cast album of the show will be recorded over three nights, on Monday 27, Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 May at the Dominion Theatre. … Continue reading Live cast album announced for Sister Act The Musical featuring Beverley Knight as Deloris Van Cartier

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Over £74,000 raised at the Acting For Others West End Flea Market

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Theatrical charity Acting for Others today announces that more than £74,000 was raised at their fourth annual West End Flea Market, held on Saturday 18 May at St Paul’s Church in Covent Garden. Making it their most successful event to date. The Mousetrap was this year crowned the … Continue reading Over £74,000 raised at the Acting For Others West End Flea Market

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Enter the Mystical Realm of Rhythm&Ruse at Waterloo Vaults

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Prepare to be enraptured by a spellbinding fusion of magic and cabaret unlike anything before… Dive into the mystical world of the occult at Rhythm&Ruse, situated within the legendary Vaults in Waterloo. Set to unveil its secrets on August 29th, this clandestine secret society of magicians promises an unforgettable evening of revelry in an immersive experience unlike any other. Expect world-class magic, captivating live jazz, and sultry cabaret performances from some of London’s top immersive talent, all accompanied by free-flowing cocktails from the award-winning Tom Savano.  Residing in the dimly lit arches of Waterloo, Rhythm&Ruse invites guests on a journey to discover the … Continue reading Enter the Mystical Realm of Rhythm&Ruse at Waterloo Vaults

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Full company announced for the West End Transfer of Next To Normal

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The critically acclaimed Donmar Warehouse production of the Broadway musical Next To Normal today announces its full company ahead of its transfers to the West End’s Wyndham’s Theatre this summer. Next To Normal – which sold every seat at every performance across its season at Donmar … Continue reading Full company announced for the West End Transfer of Next To Normal

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Casting announced for BARNUM at The Watermill Theatre

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The new production of the Olivier and Tony award-winning musical Barnum will run from 2 July – 8 September. Featuring music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Michael Stewart, and a book by Mark Bramble, directed by Jonathan O’Boyle, with choreography by Oti Mabuse, and featuring an ensemble cast of actor-musicians and circus performers, this sensational show will take over the Watermill site with the wonders and delights of Barnum’s circus. Titular character P.T. Barnum will be played by Matt Rawle (Father Brown, BBC; Evita, Theatre Royal Drury Lane) alongside Monique Young (Sondheim’s Old Friends, Gielgud Theatre; Mary Poppins, Prince Edward Theatre) as ‘Charity Barnum’ and Penny Ashmore (Ride of the Valkyries, Die Walküre – Gala Concert, Royal Albert Hall) as ‘Jenny Lind’. … Continue reading Casting announced for BARNUM at The Watermill Theatre

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Full casting announced for RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S OKLAHOMA! in concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane

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Further casting has been announced for RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S OKLAHOMA! in Concert, which returns to its original West End home, Theatre Royal Drury Lane, on Monday 19 August and Tuesday 20 August. Joining the previously announced Phil Dunster (Ted Lasso) as Curly and Zizi Strallen (Mary Poppins) as Laurey are Christina Bianco (The Rise and Fall of Little Voice) as Ado Annie, Jordan Shaw (Les Misérables) as Will Parker, five-time Olivier Award nominee and two-time Olivier Award winner Joanna Riding (Sondheim’s Old Friends and Carousel) as Aunt Eller, Tosh Wanogho-Maud (The Drifters Girl) as Jud Fry, Irvine Iqbal (The Witches) as Ali Hakim, Nicole-Lily Baisden (Anything Goes) as Gertie and Sebastien Torkia (Guys & Dolls) as Andrew. The cast is completed by George Beet (Assistant Choreographer), Ashleigh Graham (Assistant Choreographer), David … Continue reading Full casting announced for RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S OKLAHOMA! in concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane

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Full 2024/2025 casting announced for TINA – The Tina Turner Musical in the West End

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The hit West End production TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL which is based on the life of legendary artist Tina Turner and was produced in association with Tina Turner herself, announces the full cast joining the previously announced Karis Anderson and Zoe Birkett who share … Continue reading Full 2024/2025 casting announced for TINA – The Tina Turner Musical in the West End

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Backstreet Boys’ AJ MCLEAN Joins Cast of & JULIET On Stage for Encore Performance

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Last night, & JULIET welcomed Backstreet Boys’ AJ McLean to the Broadway stage, where he hosted a special Sing-Along performance of the hit musical. Following the performance, McLean joined the company onstage at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre for an encore performance of Backstreet Boys’ and Max … Continue reading Backstreet Boys’ AJ MCLEAN Joins Cast of & JULIET On Stage for Encore Performance