‘It’s showtime!’: Beetlejuice heads back to Broadway
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
After months of isolation, Amélie: the Musical brought me home
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
Matilda announces full West End cast
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
Heathers the Musical to return to the West End on June 22
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
Rachel Zegler to star in Disney’s Live-Action Snow White
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
The Theatre Café and Mazz Muray announces “AND 5, 6, 7, EAT” – THE THEATRE CAFE COOKBOOK
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
WATCH : New “In The Heights” Trailers
Lights us on Washington Heights… Two new trailers for the upcoming movie “In The Heights” have been released ahead of its June 18 premiere. While the first trailer focuses on the high-energy number “96,000” with impressive choreo and tempo, showcasing … Continue reading WATCH : New “In The Heights” Trailers
New cast announced for the UK Tour of Chicago
Casting has been annouced for the UK Tour of Chicago which is expected to starts in September, before visiting locations across the country until February 2022. Faye Brookes will play Roxie Hart, alongside Sinitta as Mama Morton, Divina DeCampo as Mary Sunshime, Djalenga Scott as Velma and Joel Montague as Amos Hart. Also joining the cast are Ishmail Aaron, Michelle Andrews, Delycia Belgrave, Joel Benjamin, Tanisha-Mae Brown, Callum Fitzgerald, Emily Goodenough, Billy Hardy, Aaron Jenkins, Liam Marcellino, Theo Reece, Hollie Jane Stephens and Harrison Wilde. The show tells the story of Roxie, a woman who murders her husband and tries to espace … Continue reading New cast announced for the UK Tour of Chicago
Mamma Mia! announces outdoor summer run
Mamma Mia, here we go again! The show just announced it will play a 23-show season at Harewood House in Leeds from 13 to 30 August.. 1800 spectators will be able to attend with social distancing mesure in place. A special performance of the show will take place on 12 August for NHS and key workers. This will also be the first time Mamma Mia! is performed in an outdoor place. Here is what Judy Craymer, creator and producer of Mamma Mia! has to say about : “It’s going to be wonderful to experience the original musical literally under the … Continue reading Mamma Mia! announces outdoor summer run
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