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Review: Marjorie Prime at the Menier Chocolate Factory

Published: 23 March 2023

Tony went to see the opening of Marjorie Prime at the Menier Chocolate Factory last week. 85-year-old Marjorie – who is rapidly losing touch with reality – has a handsome… Read More

Celebrating this year’s Olivier Award nominees!

Published: 17 March 2023

Today we held a celebration for this year's amazing nominees for the Olivier Awards with Mastercard, hosting at The Londoner hotel. Notable nominees such as Rose Ayling-Ellis, Beverley Knight, Rob… Read More

Everything we know so far about the Olivier Awards 2023 with Mastercard

Published: 14 March 2023

As the date is fast approaching, we've put together this handy article with all the information you could ever want to know about the Olivier Awards 2023 with Mastercard. When… Read More

Olivier Award record-holding women!

Published: 8 March 2023

[caption id="attachment_111410985" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Dame Gillian Lynne at the Olivier Awards 2013[/caption] Gillian Lynne DBE was the first person to ever be recognised for choreography at the Oliviers, in 1981,… Read More

In conversation with Claire Walker and Hannah Essex on International Women’s Day

Published: 8 March 2023

For International Women's Day we spoke to our new Chief Executives Clare & Hannah. They've been in their new roles for six months now and have been trailblazers in co-leadership.… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Martin Sherman

Published: 7 March 2023

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. From how… Read More

2023 Olivier Award Industry Recognition Award recipients

Published: 6 March 2023

We announce this morning the recipients of this year's Industry Recognition Awards! Recipients need to have demonstrated at least one of the following:  Excellence in their field of work. Going above… Read More

Review: Sleepova at the Bush Theatre

Published: 6 March 2023

Last night, I had the pleasure of visiting the Bush Theatre. Despite living only 10 minutes away, it was my first visit, and its legacy certainly preceded it well. The… Read More

See Olivier Award-nominated theatre

Published: 2 March 2023

Now that the nominees for the Olivier Awards 2023 with Mastercard have been announced, we've rounded up a bunch of the shows that you can still see in London, and… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Nancy Carroll

Published: 1 March 2023

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. From how… Read More

Nominations announced for the Olivier Awards 2023 with Mastercard

Published: 28 February 2023

We’ve just announced all the nominees for this year’s Olivier Awards with Mastercard!  This year’s most nominated production is My Neighbour Totoro, the new stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s beloved… Read More

Arlene Phillips and Derek Jacobi honoured at the Olivier Awards with Mastercard 2023

Published: 22 February 2023

We are delighted to announce today the recipients of our two special Olivier Awards at this year's celebration, designed to recognise the incredible contribution of two individuals to the theatre… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Adam Hoskins

Published: 20 February 2023

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. From how… Read More

Eligible shows for the Olivier Awards 2023 with Mastercard

Published: 20 February 2023

As we draw closer to the nominations for the Olivier Awards 2023 with Mastercard, and the cut-off for shows eligible to be considered in this year's awards has passed, we've… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Harriett O’Grady

Published: 17 February 2023

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. From how… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Matilda Feyiṣayọ Ibini

Published: 13 February 2023

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. From how… Read More

Find out this year’s WhatsOnStage Award winners

Published: 13 February 2023

We went to the 23rd annual WhatsOnStage Awards last night, and found out all the audiences top picks from the last year of theatre all around the country. See the… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Josie Daxter

Published: 9 February 2023

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. From how… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Hannah Zoé Ankrah

Published: 8 February 2023

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. From how… Read More

West End Love Stories

Published: 7 February 2023

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Review: Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons

Published: 3 February 2023

Let me take you back 6 years ago when a fresh Jess came to London to seek opportunity in Theatreland. I’d spend my days at the National Theatre bookshop buying… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Liza Sadovy

Published: 3 February 2023

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. From how… Read More

Tell Us In 10: George Takei

Published: 30 January 2023

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. From how… Read More

The National Lottery’s Big Night of Musicals returns to the AO Arena!

Published: 27 January 2023

Who’s ready for some musical theatre fun? If so, here’s a date for your diaries. After the huge success of its first musicals extravaganza last year, on Monday 27 February… Read More

Olivier Awards with Mastercard announce full list of partners for 2023

Published: 26 January 2023

The full list of partners has been announced ahead of the Olivier Awards 2023 with Mastercard, which take place on Sunday 2 April at London’s Royal Albert Hall. Public tickets… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Charlotte Gooch

Published: 26 January 2023

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. From how… Read More

Where do you know Hannah Waddingham From?

Published: 24 January 2023

You may have seen our big announcement recently that star of stage and screen Hannah Waddingham is going to be returning as our host for the Olivier Awards 2024 with… Read More

Mousetrap Theatre Projects offers 500 young people West End theatre tickets for just £10

Published: 20 January 2023

Theatre education charity Mousetrap Theatre Projects has announced 500 young people will have the the opportunity to see a top West End show for just £10 as part of their… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Alex Edelman

Published: 19 January 2023

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. From how… Read More

Review: English National Ballet’s Swan Lake

Published: 18 January 2023

Beloved for its superb dancing, beautiful sets and Tchaikovsky’s glorious music, played live by English National Ballet Philharmonic, Derek Deane’s Swan Lake is a thrill for the dedicated fan or… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Liza Pulman

Published: 16 January 2023

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. From how… Read More

Tell Us In Ten: Telly Leung

Published: 12 January 2023

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. From how… Read More

See big shows for less in 2023

Published: 4 January 2023

See your favourite long-running West End shows for less with the Official London Theatre Sale. Now in its 20th year, find tickets to London’s best-loved shows for less and grab… Read More

The Official Guide to Christmas Theatre Shows in London 2022

Published: 4 January 2023

Christmas has arrived in London and with it a dazzling array of Christmas theatre shows are lighting up the stages of the West End. From musicals to pantomimes and a… Read More

The Official Guide to Unmissable London Theatre Shows 2023

Published: 4 January 2023

London Theatre is about to become even more exciting in 2023. If you haven’t booked tickets to your favourite London theatre shows for 2023, what are you waiting for? The… Read More

New Years Honours List 2023 revealed

Published: 31 December 2022

Former CEO of the Society of London Theatre (SOLT) and UK Theatre, Julian Bird was awarded an OBE for services to theatre in the Kings New Years Honours. Eleanor Lloyd,… Read More

Treat yourself to theatre!

Published: 28 December 2022

We hope you're having a great Christmas break! Now that The Big Day itself is over, and we're all sitting surrounded by empty Quality Street tins, wrapping paper and cold… Read More

Theatres to dim their lights this evening in solidarity with Ukraine

Published: 21 December 2022

Many of London’s biggest theatres will be dimming their lights at 8pm this evening (Wednesday 21 December), joining other London businesses and the Mayor of London as part of a… Read More

Review: As You Like It @sohoplace

Published: 15 December 2022

Last night, I got to visit a brand new theatre – the glamorous @sohoplace, just opened right in the heart of London. Being at this new theatre for opening night… Read More

Review: A Christmas Carol at Rose Theatre

Published: 9 December 2022

From Morgan Lloyd Malcolm, writer of the Olivier Award-winning Emilia, comes a brand-new retelling of Charles Dickens’ timeless classic. It’s a cold Christmas Eve on the snowy streets of Victorian… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Jonathon Bentley

Published: 7 December 2022

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. From how… Read More

Tell Us In Ten: Jennifer Tierney

Published: 6 December 2022

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. From how… Read More

Interview: Blippi from Blippi The Musical

Published: 30 November 2022

Hello Blippi! Would you mind introducing yourself to our audience? Yeah!! Hey, it’s me, Blippi! It’s so nice to meet you! Let’s see. Well, I have TWO favourite colours: blue… Read More

Our top 5 tips for booking in the Official London Theatre Sale

Published: 29 November 2022

See the West End’s biggest shows from just 10 to 50 pounds in the Official London Theatre Sale!  Here are our top 5 tips to make booking tickets as easy… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Greg Barnett

Published: 25 November 2022

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. From how… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Paul Zerdin

Published: 23 November 2022

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. From how… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Charlie Russell

Published: 21 November 2022

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. From how… Read More

Shows announced for the Official London Theatre Sale

Published: 16 November 2022

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Tell Us In 10: Courtney Bowman

Published: 16 November 2022

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. From how… Read More

Interview: Ashley Cook, Stage One investment recipient and producer of A Single Man

Published: 8 November 2022

We chatted to Ashley Cook, producer of A Single Man at the Park Theatre, which has recently received an investment from Stage One. Stage One is a charity that supports… Read More

The Yeomen Of The Guard review: my first operetta!

Published: 7 November 2022

I am a complete Gilbert and Sullivan newbie. Aside from comedians doing riffs on being the very modern model of a modern major general, I've never even heard a note… Read More

Interview: Polly Simmonds, Head of Creative Learning at Polka Theatre

Published: 7 November 2022

We talked to Polly Simmonds, Head of Creative Learning at Polka Theatre, to learn a little more about the unique children's theatre and some of their recent initiatives around children… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Sophie Naglik

Published: 28 October 2022

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. From how… Read More

Celebrating Tina!

Published: 28 October 2022

We went to down to the Aldwych Theatre for the gala night for Tina - The Tina Turner Musical, thrown to celebrate the new cast! There are two relatively new… Read More

Disney’s Frozen The Musical: Reviews by Official London Theatre

Published: 28 October 2022

The newest on-stage production from Disney, Frozen The Musical, has been wowing audiences at Theatre Royal Drury Lane since it opened last summer. If you enjoyed the film, you’ll love… Read More

Review: Elephant at Bush Theatre

Published: 26 October 2022

Part gig, part piano lesson, part journey through Empire – Elephant is a powerful new play from Anoushka Lucas (star of Oklahoma!, Young Vic). A piano came through the sky and landed in… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Brian Vernel

Published: 24 October 2022

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. From how… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Oliver Nicholas

Published: 21 October 2022

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. From how… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Ben Stock

Published: 20 October 2022

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. From how… Read More

Review: Peaky Blinders: The Redemption Of Thomas Shelby

Published: 18 October 2022

Peaky Blinders: The Redemption Of Thomas Shelby is a brand new dance show from Rambert, the world-renowned dance company that dates nearly as old as the Peaky Blinders themselves. I… Read More

“Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness”: What is Hamilton about?

Published: 17 October 2022

You’ve definitely heard of it, you’ve probably even heard the songs, but if you haven’t seen it yet you still might be wondering; what is Hamilton about? The smash-hit, record-breaking,… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Jordan Benjamin

Published: 14 October 2022

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. From how… Read More

Theatres to dim their lights in honour of Dame Angela Lansbury

Published: 12 October 2022

Following the sad news of the passing of legendary multiple Tony and Olivier Award winner Dame Angela Lansbury, West End theatres will dim their lights for 2 minutes at 7pm… Read More

Unmissable theatre shows: The best musicals in London’s West End 2022 not to miss

Published: 10 October 2022

As 2022 draws to a close (eek!), we’re taking a look at some of the best musicals that have graced the West End this year that aren’t going to be… Read More

Disney vs. The West End: The Lion King characters edition

Published: 7 October 2022

One of the best things about the Lion King West End production is that it takes all the Lion King characters and songs that we know and love and expands… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Amber Davies

Published: 6 October 2022

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. From how… Read More

Schools Theatre Day

Published: 6 October 2022

Today was Schools Theatre Day, an initiative to encourage schools back into the theatre and highlight the opportunities for school trips. Loads of theatres around the country joined in on… Read More

Ian McKellen, John Bishop & Mel Giedroyc to star in Panto Mother Goose

Published: 3 October 2022

Ian McKellen, Mel Giedroyc and John Bishop announced this morning that they would be embarking on a UK and Ireland tour of well-loved pantomime Mother Goose! With Ian McKellen as… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Tom Francis

Published: 30 September 2022

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. From how… Read More

New cast announced for Six

Published: 29 September 2022

A new quintet of cast members will soon become the newest wives of Henry VIII in hit west end musical, SIX, as the show extends its run at the Vaudeville… Read More

Winners of the 2022 UK Theatre Awards

Published: 28 September 2022

Each year, the UK Theatre Awards recognise the enormous skill of our theatre industry, with awards for acting as well as off-stage roles including design and direction. They also have… Read More

Five things you might not know about The Lehman Trilogy

Published: 27 September 2022

The Lehman Trilogy returns to London! Opening at the Gillian Lynne Theatre this January, the production wowed British audiences when it opened in 2018 and has been delighting Broadway (and… Read More

Review: Rose at the Park Theatre

Published: 21 September 2022

A one-woman show starring Dame Maureen Lipman was always going to be an epic evening, and it did not disappoint... I’m almost ashamed to admit that it was my first… Read More

The Stage Debut Awards 2022: winners announced

Published: 20 September 2022

This Sunday was The Stage Debut Awards 2022, which celebrates emerging talent in first-time performers and creatives. This year's ceremony was hosted by actor, writer and director Susan Wokoma, who… Read More

Review: The Two Popes at Rose Theatre

Published: 14 September 2022

From the writer of the Academy Award-winning Bohemian Rhapsody, Darkest Hour and The Theory of Everything comes the play that sparked a major motion picture - The Two Popes, currently playing at the Rose… Read More
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