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Casting announced for Tom Fletcher’s THE CREAKERS

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The full cast and creative team for The Creakers, a magical musical adventure based on singer-songwriter and author Tom Fletcher’s  The Creakers, adapted by the award-winning Miranda Larson  was announced today (23 September 2024). The cast is: Rakesh Boury (Larry/Creaker King), Alisha Capon (Onstage Swing, Cover Ella), Matthew Caputo (Mario/Buzz/Grunt), Eloise Davies (Lucy), Liam Dean (Onstage Swing), Iona Fraser (Ella) Kim Healey (Betty Quirk/Cassie/Barf), David-Michael Johnson (Mayor/Bulge), Ally Kennard (Norman), Ed Larkin (William/Mr Grubb/Squelch), Anu Ogunmefun (Mrs Cobblesmith/Buddy/Scratch), Verity Power (Mrs McNab/Brenda/Belch), Edwin Ray (Piers/Snoregan/Toby/Guff) and Timo Tatzber (Daniel/Max/Sniff). International singer-songwriter, and author Tom Fletcher, whose writing credits also include the Christmasaurus series, The Danger Gang and Space Band (published by Puffin), brings his smash hit, bestselling book The Creakers to the stage in a brand-new musical for all the family and everyone who loves musicals. Tom Fletcher’s The Creakers will have a … Continue reading Casting announced for Tom Fletcher’s THE CREAKERS

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Alfred Hitchcock Presents- The Musical to premiere at Theatre Royal Bath in Spring 2025

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Theatre Royal Bath Productions in association with Universal Theatrical Group are delighted to announce that brand new musical ALRED HITCHCOCK PRESENTS will stage its World Premiere at Theatre Royal Bath next spring from 22 March to 12 April 2025 with press night on 27 March 2025. A unique theatrical journey inside the mind of Alfred Hitchcock, one of cinema’s legendary characters, the creative genius behind iconic movies including Psycho, Vertigo, North by Northwest, Rear Window, The Birdsand many, many more, Alfred Hitchcock Presents is directed by Tony® Award winner John Doyle (Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street and Company) with an original score by Steven Lutvak (Best Musical Tony® Award Winner for A Gentleman’s Guide … Continue reading Alfred Hitchcock Presents- The Musical to premiere at Theatre Royal Bath in Spring 2025

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World premiere of new musical A KNIGHT’S TALE to open in Manchester in 2025

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Producer Runaway Entertainment (Disney’s Newsies, Girl From The North Country, 2:22 – A Ghost Story and 101 Dalmatians the Musical) is delighted to announce the world premiere production of A KNIGHT’S TALE THE MUSICAL, based on the Columbia Pictures film written and directed by Brian Helgeland which starred Heath Ledger and Paul Bettany. The musical will open at Manchester Opera House on 11 April 2025 for a strictly limited run until 10 May 2025. It is adapted for the stage by Irish comedy writer and actor Brona C Titley, directed by the award-winning Rachel Kavanaugh and choreographed by Olivier Award-winning Matt Cole. Tickets … Continue reading World premiere of new musical A KNIGHT’S TALE to open in Manchester in 2025

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[Review] No Love Songs at Southwark Playhouse: A study of postnatal depression

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By Constance Drugeot Pictures: all rights reserved ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Tacking the topic of mental health in musical theatre is never easy, even less, women’s experience with post-natal depression. Yet, this was achieved through a masterful blend of storytelling and music by Kyle Falconer’ and Laura Wilde’s new show, No Love Songs.  Currently playing at the Southwark Elephant Playhouse, following a sold-out premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2023, No Love Songs is based on the real-life experience of the two creators through their falling in love and their struggles with parenthood. The show takes the audience on the heartfelt and poignant … Continue reading [Review] No Love Songs at Southwark Playhouse: A study of postnatal depression

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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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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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Jackie Burns to play Tess in first ever stage production of Burlesque The Musical

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Producers of Burlesque the Musical, the first ever stage adaptation of Steven Antin’s crowd-pleasing movie Burlesque today announced final casting for the show.  Broadway star Jackie Burns will play Tess, the role of the club owner made famous by Cher in the film. Jackie Burns holds the title … Continue reading Jackie Burns to play Tess in first ever stage production of Burlesque The Musical