New production of Oliver! to open at the Gielgud theatre in London this december
Cameron Mackintosh today announces that his new co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre of Lionel Bart’s iconic musical, Oliver!, which he has fully reconceived with director and choreographer Matthew Bourne, will open in London at the end of the year. Oliver! will begin performances at Gielgud Theatre on … Continue reading New production of Oliver! to open at the Gielgud theatre in London this december
Full casting announced for FANNY at the Watermill
Full casting has been announced for the world premiere production of FANNY, a new comedy by Calum Finlay that will play at The Watermill from Thursday 23 May to Saturday 15 June. …who? You’ll probably know her younger brother, Felix Mendelssohn, from 19th century smash hits like The Wedding March. He was the Cliff Richard of his day and was even asked to play at a personal concert for Queen Victoria. But only if he played her favourite piece of music ever, a song called Italien. However, we now know that Felix was forced to admit to the Queen that, in actuality, the piece … Continue reading Full casting announced for FANNY at the Watermill
Maya Boyd to take over the role of Juliet in & Juliet at the Soundheim Theatre
The producers of & JULIET on Broadway announced today that Maya Boyd will lead the company of the smash hit musical, taking on the title role of ‘Juliet’ beginning Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Boyd joins the cast directly from the … Continue reading Maya Boyd to take over the role of Juliet in & Juliet at the Soundheim Theatre
Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor to star in a modern adaptation of Romeo+Juliet this fall on Broadway
West Side Story star Rachel Zegler and Heartstopper breakout Kit Connor are set to make their Broadway debuts in Romeo+ Juliet a modern-day adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic that will open in the fall. “The youth are fucked. Left to their own devices in their parents’ world of violent ends, an impulsive pair of star-crossed lovers hurtle towards their inescapable fate. The intoxicating high of passion quickly descends into a brutal chaos that can only end one way.” The play will be directed by Sam Gold, with music by multiple-Grammy Winning songwriter and producer Jack Antonoff and movement by Sonya Tayeh, the … Continue reading Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor to star in a modern adaptation of Romeo+Juliet this fall on Broadway
Olivier Awards 2024: Our highlights from the ceremony
Last Sunday evening took place the Olivier Awards 2024. A big night for the British theatre community as it’s a way to celebrate the art, some of the best production of the year and the performers and creatives that bring … Continue reading Olivier Awards 2024: Our highlights from the ceremony
New casting announced for Mrs Doubtfire at the Shaftesbury Theatre
Rehearsals begin today for new cast members who will be joining Mrs. Doubtfire on stage, as the hit family musical enters its second year in the West End. The cast of Mrs. Doubtfire will continue to include Gabriel Vick (Avenue Q) as Daniel Hillard, Laura … Continue reading New casting announced for Mrs Doubtfire at the Shaftesbury Theatre
Heathers to play @sohoplace this summer before embarking on its third national tour
Class has moved to @sohoplace from 22 May to 6 July for Heathers the Musical. Following a smash hit West End run at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in 2018, two national tours and record-breaking runs at London’s The Other Palace, the WhatsOnStage ‘BEST … Continue reading Heathers to play @sohoplace this summer before embarking on its third national tour
SIX extends its booking period in the West End through may 2025
The Producers are thrilled to announce that the hit musical sensation SIX has just extended its reign in the West End at the Vaudeville Theatre through to Sunday 4 May 2025. Over 152,000 seats will be going on sale as part of … Continue reading SIX extends its booking period in the West End through may 2025
OPENING NIGHT is set to now end its run on 18 May 2024 at the Gielgud Theatre
Wessex Grove, Gavin Kalin Productions and Playful Productions announced today that the new musical John Cassavetes’ OPENING NIGHT will now end its run at the Gielgud Theatre on Saturday 18 May 2024. The shows limited run was originally until 27 July 2024. Patrons who have tickets from 20 May – 27 July 2024 will be contacted direct by their point of sale. Producers Wessex Grove said today “It is an honour to produce this beautiful new musical in the West End, and everyone at Wessex Grove is proud to have delivered the artistic vision of Ivo Van Hove and Rufus Wainwright and their … Continue reading OPENING NIGHT is set to now end its run on 18 May 2024 at the Gielgud Theatre
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