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Wise Children Announce The School For Wise Children’s Summer Spread

Published: 20 May 2020

Wise Children today announce The School for Wise Children’s Summer Spread – offering a delicious array of theatrical courses delivered online by Emma Rice and her trusted team of collaborators. Guest tutors include Simon Baker, Nandi Bhebhe, Lez… Read More

Monday Monologues from the Bush Theatre

Published: 18 May 2020

A series of new Monday Monologues written and recorded during lockdown by UK and Irish writers including Travis Alabanza, Natasha Brown, Shaun Dunne, Sophie Ellerby, Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu and performed by… Read More

Lewis Carroll’s Alice In Wonderland voiced by 165 actors and voice artists

Published: 18 May 2020

Today sees the launch of the Wonderland Challenge, in which 165 actors and voice artists have come together to record Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, with each performer reading one minute of the… Read More

Theatre Quiz Round 1: Badly explained plot lines

Published: 15 May 2020

It's a weird time, and we're all having to get a little creative about how we're socialising at the moment! All of us here have been over the moon that… Read More

A celebration of Frank Matcham’s theatres

Published: 14 May 2020

Theatres up and down the country are celebrating the life and work of British Architect Frank Matcham this Sunday on the 100th anniversary of his death. Throughout the 19th and… Read More

Gillian Anderson, Tom Hiddleston and more stars next up in National Theatre At Home

Published: 7 May 2020

The National announced four more productions to be streamed on their YouTube channel this morning! Every Thursday at 7pm, they've been streaming a new play live as part of the… Read More

The Show Must Go On charity t-shirts

Published: 4 May 2020

The Theatre Support Fund & ‘The Show Must Go On’ t-shirt has been created in response to the Corona Virus Pandemic which has caused massive disruption to the lives of thousands… Read More

Jodie Comer, Imelda Staunton, Martin Freeman and more start filming Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads

Published: 28 April 2020

A whole host of stars have started filming today, ready for a brand new production of Alan Bennett's iconic monologue collection, Talking Heads. Jodie Comer, Monica Dolan, Martin Freeman, Tamsin… Read More

Shakespeare questions answered by stars with the RSC’s Homework Help

Published: 27 April 2020

We know the bard can seem a little daunting, and the language can make it difficult for kids to get their teeth into. The Royal Shakespeare Company have, as ever,… Read More

Gary Oldman & Olivia Colman will showcase young stars of the future

Published: 24 April 2020

Gary Oldman and Olivia Colman are set to be part of a virtual gala showcasing young stars of the future from Yorkshire. The Oscar-winning actors are among a host of stars taking part… Read More

Leading Musical Directors unite to raise money for NHS & Acting For Others

Published: 24 April 2020

Produced by Sam Young, Musical Marathon is an online concert performed live by over twenty of theatre’s leading musical directors to raise money for NHS Charities Together and Acting For… Read More

Watch Dame Vera Lynn and West End Stars in We’ll Meet Again video

Published: 24 April 2020

You may have thought you've seen everything that Theatreland has to offer, but you'll be blown away, once again at the power of a video camera and a good old… Read More

Theatre industry workers support the NHS!

Published: 23 April 2020

As many of us know with the productions we know and love the performance is the tip of a huge iceberg, with so many people working hard backstage to make… Read More

NT to screen Danny Boyle’s Frankenstein, Helen Mirren & Ian McKellen are quizmasters & more!

Published: 23 April 2020

The National Theatre has announced the next two productions that will be streamed live on YouTube every Thursday at 7PM BST via the National Theatre’s YouTube channel will be Danny Boyles… Read More

The Globe celebrates Shakespeare’s Birthday online

Published: 23 April 2020

In celebration of Shakespeare’s Birthday today (23 April), the Globe has teamed up with the BBC as part of BBC Art’s Culture in Quarantine project. BBC iPlayer will host A… Read More

Full schedule announced for All The Web’s A Stage

Published: 22 April 2020

The moment we've all been waiting for... the line up for tomorrow's theatre, comedy and musical extravaganza, All The Web's A Stage has been announced! The event kicks off at… Read More

Download the Staged Concert of Les Mis with Michael Ball and Alfie Boe

Published: 20 April 2020

From today you can now download Les Misérables - The Staged Concert, starring Michael Ball, Alfie Boe, Matt Lucas, Carrie Hope Fletcher, John Owen-Jones and so many more that we couldn't… Read More

Guest Blog: 5 things you might not know about Mischief

Published: 16 April 2020

You might have split your sides at The Play That Goes Wrong, A Comedy About A Bank Robbery, Magic Goes Wrong or many other of Mischief Theatre's hilarious and disaster-filled… Read More

Personality Quiz: Which musical theatre character are you?

Published: 8 April 2020

There are so many inspiring characters out there in musical theatre. From real-life figures like Jamie and Tina who wouldn't let anything stand in their way to fictional friendships like… Read More

Stream Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s one-woman show Fleabag online

Published: 6 April 2020

Amazing news for Phoebe Waller-Bridge fans (let's face it, who isn't one?), as the filmed play of Fleabag will be available online to stream for the first time ever! Phoebe… Read More

10 musical theatre songs that are great to work out to

Published: 3 April 2020

If you want to get those happy hormones flowing and need a little theatre inspiration, we've rounded up some musical theatre songs that are great to work out to. Whether… Read More

Theatre Quiz: Name the Best New Play Olivier Award-winners

Published: 2 April 2020

Taking home the Olivier Award for the Best New Play is a huge accomplishment, one that will be remembered for centuries to come but how many can you remember and… Read More

The Prince Of Egypt musical to release original cast recording

Published: 31 March 2020

If you're a fan of the new musical The Prince Of Egypt, you're in for a real treat! Based on the DreamWorks Animation film, the musical today announced that Ghostlight… Read More

All the best stuff that happened this World Theatre Day

Published: 27 March 2020

We rounded up some of our favourite things that happened this World Theatre Day, on social media and beyond! It served as a wonderful reminder of our industry's ability to… Read More

A look back in musical programmes for World Theatre Day

Published: 27 March 2020

Theatre fan and regular TKTS visitor, Perry Hall, takes us through some of his 45-year theatre programme collection for World Theatre Day. [caption id="attachment_111422562" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Perry and his wife… Read More

Sonia Friedman writes about theatre closures

Published: 27 March 2020

British theatre producer Sonia Friedman has written a beautiful article about the impact that theatre closures is having on the theatre industry in this unprecedented period. From the practical difficulties… Read More

How to look after your mental health when staying at home

Published: 26 March 2020

I think if we can all agree on one thing it's that it's a strange time right now! Pretty much everyone's normal routines and normal ways of life have been… Read More

The 2020 Tony Awards to be postponed

Published: 26 March 2020

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 situation, the 74th Annual Tony Awards have been postponed. The news comes two weeks after Broadway theatres were closed in the face of the… Read More

Olivier Awards to celebrate Greatest Moments in special TV and radio programmes

Published: 25 March 2020

ITV will broadcast a special Olivier Awards with Mastercard programme on Sunday 5 April at 10.15pm, in place of the 2020 Royal Albert Hall awards show which was cancelled due… Read More

Playwright Terrence McNally dies aged 81

Published: 25 March 2020

Tony award-winning playwright Terrence McNally has died at 81. A survivor of lung cancer, Terrence lived with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and died yesterday of complications from the coronavirus.… Read More

Top theatre podcasts you should listen to right now

Published: 24 March 2020

If you're working from home and looking for some background noise or an alternative weekend activity to add to your movie and book list, why not get your theatre-fix through… Read More

Three hashtags we will be supporting this week

Published: 23 March 2020

In these challenging times, there is so much hard work being done to support various industries and we are jumping at the opportunity to help! Here's three campaigns we are… Read More

Where to find your theatre fix online

Published: 19 March 2020

As huge theatre fans, we're already gasping for our next theatre hit. Theatre and music have such an amazing power to lift spirits, entertain and bring people together. We've drawn… Read More

Five ways you can help the theatre industry

Published: 19 March 2020

After a difficult period of closures, theatres are now able to open with social distancing measures, but as of 14 June, the Government has delayed the relaxing of social distancing… Read More

Our Favourite Theatre Mums

Published: 18 March 2020

How best to celebrate Mother's Day when you're a stage fan? By giving a shout-out to our favourite on-stage mums! There was such a range of responses that we decided… Read More

SOLT and UK Theatre bring together theatrical charities to support the industry

Published: 18 March 2020

On Monday, SOLT and UK Theatre held an urgent meeting of leading theatrical charities to discuss ways to provide support for members of the theatre workforce – both on and… Read More

An update for West End ticketholders

Published: 17 March 2020

Update for West End theatre audiences Statement from the Society of London Theatre (SOLT) London’s West End looks forward to welcoming audiences back into our theatres. We are working closely… Read More

SOLT & UK Theatre member venues close

Published: 16 March 2020

The information in this article was accurate as of 16.03.2020. Please find our most recent update below: [related-article id="update"] The safety of our audience and workforce is paramount to us… Read More

Photos from today’s Oliviers nomination celebration

Published: 13 March 2020

Today's event was a celebration of all the huge talent - on stage and off - that's represented in this year's Olivier Award nominations. The event at the May Fair… Read More

Theatres stay open and industry unites to tackle impact of Coronavirus

Published: 13 March 2020

Following the latest government advice, theatres continue to stay open as part of the scientific rationale for managing the coronavirus outbreak. Society Of London Theatre, the organisation that runs this… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Thursday 12 March

Published: 12 March 2020

The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time returns to London The multi-award-winning National Theatre production of The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time is returning to London… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Richard Lintern

Published: 12 March 2020

In our profile series, Tell Us In 10, we ask cast members and creatives of top London shows to tell us all about themselves in just 10 questions. This week,… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 9 March

Published: 9 March 2020

Final cast announced for Hello, Dolly! For thirsty musical lovers, any update about Hello, Dolly! will make the wait for the iconic show a little less painful. So the final… Read More

International Women’s Day: Celebrating Olivier Award nominees

Published: 8 March 2020

As we all know, the world is filled with incredible, talented, hard-working and inspiring women. And today, people across the globe are taking time to highlight, acknowledge and celebrate womankind… Read More

Don Black announced as Special Olivier Award winner

Published: 6 March 2020

We're very excited to announce this morning that renowned lyricist Don Black will be honoured with this year’s Special Olivier Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to theatre. In… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Thursday 5 March

Published: 5 March 2020

The Laurence Olivier Bursary recipients announced To find out more about the bursary and the winners head over to our Laurence Olivier Busary page. [caption id="attachment_406163" align="alignnone" width="700"] Olivier Awards… Read More

Musicals based on books

Published: 5 March 2020

If you love theatre, then at the heart of it all you love stories. Whether they're sung, spoken or read, sharing stories is at the heart of so much that… Read More

The nominations for the Olivier Awards 2020 are out!

Published: 3 March 2020

Phew! It’s been a whirlwind morning but there you have it – the nominations for the Olivier Awards 2020 are out! First things first, if you missed the nominations announcement,… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 3 March

Published: 3 March 2020

The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time is returning to London The show that's wowed audiences around the world for the best part of a decade is making… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 2 March

Published: 2 March 2020

The eight shows competing in West End Eurovision 2020 have been revealed Each year, West End behemoths go head to head to compete in a thespian-infused Eurovision. It's full of… Read More

Rupert Henderson, Stage One bursary recipient, brings Lipstick to London

Published: 2 March 2020

This week sees the opening of Lipstick - a brand new play written by Lily Shahmoon. The world premiere is being produced by one of Stage One’s New Producers Workshop… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 28 February

Published: 28 February 2020

New cast announced for Tina - The Tina Turner Musical The West End has just received simply the best news - Tina - The Tina Turner Musical has released 200,000… Read More

Aaron Taylor-Johnson to star in The Pillowman

Published: 28 February 2020

Big news to spice up your Friday morning. Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Steve Pemberton are set to star in the West End premiere of Martin McDonagh's critically acclaimed The Pillowman which… Read More

Eligible shows announced for the Olivier Awards 2020

Published: 27 February 2020

The momentous day has passed. Tuesday 18 February was the cut-off date for eligible productions for the Olivier Awards 2020 with Mastercard. So here's the list of shows that are… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Julia Frith

Published: 26 February 2020

In our profile series, Tell Us In 10, we ask cast members and creatives of top London shows to tell us all about themselves in just 10 questions. This week… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 25 February

Published: 25 February 2020

The Prince Of Egypt extends and releases first official production photos In celebration of their opening night tonight we have not one but two exciting pieces from The Prince Of… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 24 February

Published: 24 February 2020

Angels Of The North transfers to the West End The world premiere of John Godber's comedy Angels Of The North is opening at Trafalgar Studios from 14 May, running until… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 21 February

Published: 21 February 2020

Kids Week is back from 1-31 August 2020! Every year, for the whole of August, we offer a fantastic opportunity where kids aged 16 or under can go to participating… Read More

Our 5 favourite Come From Away moments

Published: 21 February 2020

The multi-Olivier Award-winning Come From Away at the Phoenix Theatre is the ultimate feel-good musical and we don't know about you, but we're all for the feel-good vibes these days!… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Thursday 20 February

Published: 20 February 2020

Calling all rom-com fans! Rose Theatre today announced the opening of Robert Harling's Steel Magnolia on 1 May.  Directed by Anthony Banks and starring Kara Tointon (Relatively Speaking, Absent Friends,… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 19 February

Published: 19 February 2020

The full cast for Amy Herzog's 4000 Miles was today announced. Joining the previously announced Eileen Atkins (as Vera) and Timothée Chalamet (as Leo) in the cast will be Philippine… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Vivien Keene

Published: 19 February 2020

In our profile series, Tell Us In 10, we ask cast members and creatives of top London shows to tell us all about themselves in just 10 questions. This week… Read More

National Theatre announces 9 new productions for 2020/2021

Published: 19 February 2020

The National Theatre announced their 2020-2021 season this morning, detailing nine productions that will play on the South Bank in the next year. From October, Rufus Norris' acclaimed production of… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 18 February

Published: 18 February 2020

Looks like it's Sara Bareilles and Gavin Creel singing Never Ever Getting Rid Of Me tonight as Waitress announce that the pair will be extending their run as Jenna and… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 17 February

Published: 17 February 2020

Derek Bond's Dragons and Mythical Beasts is coming to Regent's Park Open Air Theatre this summer. Step into a magical world of myths and legends where you will come face-to-face… Read More

Get Up, Stand Up! Bob Marley musical to open in London

Published: 17 February 2020

Calling all Bob Marley fans - which is quite frankly, everyone - a brand new musical based on the life of the iconic artist is opening in the West End… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 14 February

Published: 14 February 2020

Jay McGuiness and Kimberly Walsh to star in Sleepless Great news this morning, as we found out popstars turned musical stars Jay McGuiness and Kimberly Walsh are reuniting on stage… Read More

Carrie Hope Fletcher to play Cinderella

Published: 14 February 2020

She will go to the ball! Carrie Hope Fletcher has been announced as the title role of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cinderella and we couldn’t be more excited. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s… Read More

Special Recognition Awards announced for the Olivier Awards 2020

Published: 14 February 2020

We’re delighted to announce the recipients of the Special Recognition Awards for the Olivier Awards 2020 with Mastercard. This year, five people have been awarded the accolade, honouring their outstanding… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Thursday 13 February

Published: 13 February 2020

Full cast and creative announced for Orfeus The full cast and creative team have been announced for the world premiere of Orfeus: A House Music Opera, which opens at the Young… Read More

6 reasons to go and see a show solo

Published: 13 February 2020

For most of us, a visit to the theatre is usually considered a social event. From first dates and family events to celebrations and friendly gatherings, our thoughts immediately turn… Read More

What is a relaxed performance?

Published: 12 February 2020

All around the country, theatres put on accessible performances for different people with different needs. The ones that might spring first to mind are captioned and signed performances for those… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 11 February

Published: 11 February 2020

David Tennant returns to the West End It was announced this morning that David Tennant will be coming to the West End in a new production of C.P. Taylor's Good.… Read More

Shows to seduce you this Valentine’s Day (or month!)

Published: 10 February 2020

Here at Official London Theatre, we believe in any excuse to celebrate (and by celebrate, we mean see a West End show). That’s why we wanted to be the first… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 7 February

Published: 7 February 2020

& Juliet today announced a special sing-a-long performance on Tuesday 12 May. If you're a fan of noughties hits from the likes of Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry, Backstreet… Read More
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