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Inspiring the Future of Theatre is looking for Ambassadors

Published: 19 April 2018

From performers to stage managers, costume designers to casting directors, everyone in the industry has at least one person that made them want to pursue a career in the arts.… Read More

Reasons to watch: Tina – The Tina Turner Musical

Published: 18 April 2018

Last night, after a 14-week renovation, Aldwych Theatre officially reopened its doors in the grandest of fashions: the world premiere of Tina - The Tina Turner Musical. The sequin-filled, rocking biomusical… Read More

Watch: Quizzing Quiz

Published: 18 April 2018

Everyone secretly wants to go on a game show. And though actors Gavin Spokes and Stephanie Street artfully act like they're on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? in James… Read More

Tina Turner musical extends to February 2019

Published: 18 April 2018

This week, Tina - The Tina Turner Musical made its world debut at Aldwych Theatre. Though it only officially opened last night, tickets to the jukebox biomusical have been flying out… Read More

Royal Opera House operas and ballets screened across UK

Published: 17 April 2018

Audiences across the entire country are invited to bring a blanket, pack a picnic and head to one of the free Royal Opera House BP Big Screens as part of… Read More

Kwame Kwei-Armah reveals inaugural Young Vic season

Published: 17 April 2018

A musical reworking of Twelfth Night, two modern classic plays, and two year-long digital projects, will form Kwame Kwei-Armah's first season as Artistic Director of the Young Vic. Kwei-Armah, whose… Read More

Marking her-story: SIX announces UK tour and West End run

Published: 16 April 2018

Yas, queens! The brand new British musical, SIX, will be going on a UK tour with a stop off at Edinburgh Fringe before hitting the West End later this year.… Read More

Matt Henry to star in The Two Noble Kinsmen at Shakespeare’s Globe

Published: 16 April 2018

Every year, the summer season at the Shakespeare's Globe always evokes a sense of excitement and anticipation. And the 2018 season is set to quench that theatrical thirst thanks to… Read More

The Grönholm Method cast announced

Published: 16 April 2018

They've gone through the interviews (well, auditions) and they've landed the parts. And now the cast of Jordi Galceran's The Grönholm Method at The Menier Chocolate Factory has been announced today… Read More

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie screening in cinemas this July

Published: 13 April 2018

Last week, you saw it on the small screen thanks to the Olivier Awards with Mastercard. Now you can see it on the big screen at cinemas across the UK...… Read More

Casting announced for Knights Of The Rose

Published: 13 April 2018

Brand new rock musical Knights Of The Rose is galloping into London this summer, but who will play those shining-armour wearers? It was revealed today as the full cast of… Read More

Carrie Hope Fletcher to star in Heathers The Musical

Published: 13 April 2018

Today it was announced that the killer rock musical Heathers The Musical will be playing at The Other Palace for a strictly limited run and we're dying for a ticket.… Read More

Sophie Cookson joins Orlando Bloom in starry Killer Joe cast

Published: 13 April 2018

The stars are out in full force as final Killer Joe casting is revealed: Kingsman actress Sophie Cookson will join Hollywood star Orlando Bloom in the upcoming West End revival… Read More

Gallery: Looks from the Olivier Awards 2018 red carpet

Published: 12 April 2018

The skies may have been grey, and the red carpet might have been soaked, but the frocks were LIT; here are some of our favourite looks from the 2018 Olivier… Read More

Watch: 10 questions with The Comedy About A Bank Robbery

Published: 12 April 2018

Every great Bank Robbery operation needs fresh faces from time to time. There's only so many perfect heists you can pull off before the net begins to close in. Thankfully… Read More

Comedy About A Bank Robbery unlocks third West End year

Published: 12 April 2018

Bank managers of London's West End best be wary for another year; Mischief Theatre's smash-hit The Comedy About A Bank Robbery is celebrating its second West End birthday with news… Read More

Donmar Warehouse announces death of actor Alex Beckett

Published: 12 April 2018

The Donmar Warehouse has announced with profound sadness that actor Alex Beckett has passed away aged 35. Beckett was starring in the Donmar's production of The Way Of The World… Read More

Why you should see James Graham’s Quiz

Published: 11 April 2018

How do you celebrate winning your first Olivier Award with Mastercard for Best New Comedy? Well, if you’ve the brilliant mind of James Graham, you enjoy the opening night of… Read More

Watch: Rosalie Craig performs Company’s ‘Being Alive’

Published: 11 April 2018

With the dust settling on this year's Olivier Awards with Mastercard, it's time to look ahead to a fantastic fresh year of London theatre ahead - and this preview performance… Read More

Michelle Terry will play Hamlet in her inaugural season at Shakespeare’s Globe

Published: 11 April 2018

This April, the new artistic director of the Shakespeare’s Globe, Michelle Terry, will tread the boards of the iconic theatre as the titular character in a gender-blind production of Hamlet.… Read More

Park Theatre’s July to December line-up announced

Published: 11 April 2018

Park Theatre is having quite a moment. The Finsbury Park venue has recently had an Olivier-nominated play with The Revlon Girl, and it's currently hosting David Haig's Pressure, which will… Read More

Tricycle Theatre transformed into newly refurbished Kiln Theatre

Published: 11 April 2018

At a press conference this morning, Artistic Director Indhu Rubasingham announced that the Tricycle Theatre will relaunch as the Kiln Theatre, with an exciting new season commencing September. The new… Read More

You can see even more of the Olivier Awards

Published: 9 April 2018

Did you watch last night's Olivier Awards? Did it leave you wanting more? Good! We've got some exclusive footage from the show which you won't find anywhere else. Scroll on… Read More

Watch: First reactions from the Olivier Award winners

Published: 8 April 2018

Backstage at the Olivier Awards 2018 with Mastercard, we caught each of tonight's winners just after they left the stage with their new statues in hand. Interviewed by West End… Read More

Our favourite moments from the 2018 Olivier Awards

Published: 8 April 2018

Tonight we celebrated the best of British theatre. And although the whole evening was a joy, some moments stood out among the rest. Here are some of our favourite moments… Read More

Hamilton wins big to lead 2018 Olivier Award winners

Published: 8 April 2018

The lauded Lin-Manuel Miranda musical Hamilton led the way at the Olivier Awards 2018 with Mastercard ceremony, collecting seven awards from its record-breaking thirteen nominations. Hosted by Catherine Tate, the… Read More

Relive the Olivier Awards 2018 with Mastercard with our Live Blog

Published: 7 April 2018

First published 7 April 2018; Updated 11 April And that was Olivier Awards 2018 with Mastercard - wow! You can relive the evening of Sunday 8 April through OfficialLondonTheatre.com's LIVE BLOG… Read More

10 reasons to watch the Olivier Awards on Sunday

Published: 7 April 2018

It’s here, it’s finally here. Well, almost. Theatre lovers across the world have been eagerly awaiting this year’s Olivier Awards with Mastercard and this Sunday, you can experience theatre’s biggest… Read More

Watch: behind the scenes at Hamilton

Published: 7 April 2018

As soon as the word Hamilton is uttered in the West End, all ears prick up and everyone starts paying attention. The rap musical is a groundbreaking phenomenon that's bringing… Read More

Olivier Award-nominated shows you can still see

Published: 7 April 2018

First published Tuesday 7 March 2018; Updated Saturday 7 April 2018 Last month, the potential winners for the Olivier Awards 2018 with Mastercard were announced. And it’s a big year. 43 incredible shows… Read More

Watch: backstage tour of the Royal Albert Hall

Published: 6 April 2018

So, you've watched the Olivier Awards with Mastercard every year. But have you ever thought about what it takes to make it happen? This year, we've given you sneak peeks… Read More

The full list of presenters for this year’s Olivier Awards

Published: 6 April 2018

So you know who's hosting, you know who's performing, but who's presenting the Olivier Awards with Mastercard? The full list of presenters for this Sunday's ceremony has been announced, and joining… Read More

A closer look at the Mastercard Best New Musical nominations

Published: 6 April 2018

This has been the biggest year for London theatre in history. Not only did more people visit the theatre than ever before, the West End had some of the most… Read More

Introducing the 2018 Olivier Special Recognition Award winners

Published: 6 April 2018

This year, The Society Of London Theatre - the organisers of the Olivier Awards with Mastercard - commended four incredibly influential and highly-respected theatre figures with Special Recognition Awards. Bob… Read More

Lyn Gardner on the Oliviers Special Award winner David Lan

Published: 6 April 2018

Writing for the official Olivier Awards with Mastercard Brochure, renowned theatre critic and writer Lyn Gardner told us all about the remarkable tenure of this year's Special Award winner, David… Read More

Watch: Chris Cox’s guide to the West End

Published: 6 April 2018

Theatre and the West End go together like salt and caramel. It's impossible to think of one without the other. And though a visit to the West End to see… Read More

Mamma Mia! marks 19th birthday with new extension & casting news

Published: 6 April 2018

Here we go again! The global smash hit musical Mamma Mia! is celebrating the show’s 19th birthday in London today (Friday 6 April) by opening a new booking period until March… Read More

Production photos: Chicago’s West End return

Published: 6 April 2018

Full to the brim with Razzle-Dazzle and showstopping visuals, Chicago The Musical is back in the West End with a bang - not to mention an all-star cast, scores of… Read More

David Lan announced as Oliviers’ Special Award winner

Published: 6 April 2018

Former Artistic Director of the Young Vic, director and playwright David Lan will be presented with the Special Award at the Olivier Awards 2018 with Mastercard ceremony on Sunday 8… Read More

Olivier Awards 2018: Nominated Best Set Designs

Published: 5 April 2018

We don't need to tell you that theatre has the power to transport you to another world - every theatregoer's been there. From masterly storytelling to superb performances, there are… Read More

Reasons to see: Pressure at Park Theatre

Published: 5 April 2018

David Haig is a man of many talents. Not only is he an Olivier Award-winning stage actor, he’s a much-loved screen actor and award-winning writer, too. Following the success of… Read More

The Old Vic casts A Monster Calls

Published: 5 April 2018

The Old Vic and Bristol Old Vic have today announced full casting for Sally Cookson's stage version of A Monster Calls, based on the poignant Patrick Ness novel. A Monster… Read More

How to access the Olivier Awards Green Carpet

Published: 5 April 2018

How to access the Olivier Awards 2024 Green Carpet The Olivier Awards with Mastercard 2024 is fast approaching, but you can still be part of the action. If you can… Read More

Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre announce new plans to support dignity at work

Published: 5 April 2018

Today, the Society of London Theatre (SOLT) and UK Theatre announce their plans to support dignity at work.  The new set of principles and zero-tolerance guidance is in direct response… Read More

Disney’s Aladdin announces second autism-friendly performance

Published: 4 April 2018

Disney's Aladdin will host its second dedicated Autism-Friendly performance at the Prince Edward Theatre this August. The performance will take place at 1.30pm on Tuesday 28 August 2018. It follows… Read More

Bat Out Of Hell extends its Dominion Theatre run

Published: 4 April 2018

The bat might not be keen on hell, but it seems to be pretty fond of London because it’s sticking around in the West End for a little longer. Jim… Read More

JIN star Takao Osawa joins The King And I

Published: 4 April 2018

The multi-award winning star of one of Japan's most popular television shows JIN, Takao Osawa, has joined the cast of The King And I at the London Palladium this Summer.… Read More

Website launched to celebrate life and works of designer Johan Engels

Published: 4 April 2018

A new website has been launched to celebrate the extraordinary talent of the late stage designer Johan Engels. On what would have been his 66th birthday today (4 April), johanengels.net, which… Read More

April Picks: Shows To See This Month

Published: 3 April 2018

The clocks have changed and the sun is out... well, kind of! It's the PERFECT time to see some London shows, and we're here to give you some tips on… Read More

Menier invites you to gruelling interview in The Grönholm Method

Published: 3 April 2018

The Menier Chocolate Factory has today announced the UK première of Jordi Galceran’s The Grönholm Method, a play based on the most exacting job interview of four candidates' lives. Set… Read More

Young Vic reveals Fun Home casting

Published: 3 April 2018

Casting has been revealed for the London premiere of five-time Tony Award-winning musical Fun Home at the Young Vic. Kaisa Hammarlund, who was recently nominated for a UK Theatre Award… Read More

Executive Producer Julian Bird on the 2018 Olivier Awards

Published: 29 March 2018

Julian Bird, Chief Executive of the Society of London Theatre (SOLT) & UK Theatre, and Executive Producer of the Olivier Awards with Mastercard, recently gave The Covent Gardener magazine a… Read More

Interview: The stars of Tina – The Tina Turner musical

Published: 29 March 2018

To be cast as the royals of the rock 'n' roll world, you've got to be pretty amazing. But as it turns out, Adrienne Warren and Kobna Holdbrook-Smith (AKA Tina &… Read More

Watch: Behind the scenes at Iolanthe

Published: 29 March 2018

This year, London opera lost one of its true greats. Paul Brown's outstanding designs have time and again transported us all to another world, and this was never more the… Read More

Watch: 10 questions with the cast of Chicago

Published: 29 March 2018

If you're gonna survive in the criminal world of Chicago, a sharp brain is a prerequisite. So with the likes of Cuba Gooding Jr, Ruthie Henshall, Sarah Soetaert and Josefina… Read More

Olivier Awards announces 2018 performances & broadcast plans

Published: 29 March 2018

The Olivier Awards with Mastercard is delighted to announce further details about its broadcast and ceremony plans on Sunday 8 April. The Awards will continue its successful partnerships with ITV… Read More

9 things you probably don’t know about Imelda Staunton

Published: 28 March 2018

We all know Imelda Staunton. She's a wildly successful actress in all fields. Throughout her career she’s starred in some of the most highly-acclaimed films and TV shows, as well… Read More

Olivier Awards 2018: nominated Best Costume Designs

Published: 28 March 2018

It's a theatrical truth that a great character is nothing without a grand costume. Fortunately for us, London's world-class costume designers rise to the challenge year after year, proving their… Read More

Angela Griffin & Trevor White are Building The Wall at the Park

Published: 28 March 2018

Angela Griffin and Trevor White will star in the Park Theatre's upcoming political thriller Building The Wall, which centres on one critical interview in a world clouded by "fake news".… Read More

Old Vic’s A Christmas Carol to return in 2018

Published: 28 March 2018

It may feel a little early to start thinking about Christmas again (recent March snowfall aside), but theatregoers will be delighted by the announcement today that Matthew Warchus' recent hit… Read More

Everything you need to know about Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

Published: 27 March 2018

Want to know exactly why Everybody’s Talking About Jamie? Well, you probably have to see it to find out. But before you do, here’s everything you need to know about… Read More

The Tiger Who Came To Tea takes to Piccadilly Theatre

Published: 27 March 2018

If you spot a large, stripey, feline quadrupedal prowling in the West End this summer, don't be alarmed: he's only here for the tea, sandwiches, buns, and maybe a few… Read More

Matilda The Musical to stage 5th relaxed West End performance

Published: 27 March 2018

Following previous sell-out successes, the Royal Shakespeare Company has announced it will present its fifth relaxed performance of Matilda The Musical. The performance will take place at the West End's Cambridge… Read More

Reasons to see: Vincent River

Published: 26 March 2018

Last week we saw Vincent River at the Park Theatre – a Philip Ridley play, first staged at Hampstead Theatre in 2001, now revived and demanding to be seen. With… Read More

Read these Cuba Gooding Jr. facts before seeing Chicago The Musical

Published: 26 March 2018

This month, Oscar-winner Cuba Gooding Jr. is making his UK stage debut. He’ll be playing Billy Flynn in Chicago The Musical at the Phoenix Theatre from 26 March 2018. He’s… Read More

Orlando Bloom to play Killer Joe in West End

Published: 26 March 2018

Orlando Bloom will return to the West End in the titular role of blackly comic thriller Killer Joe this summer. Bloom, best known for his roles in The Lord Of… Read More

West End Eurovision musicals unveil video idents

Published: 23 March 2018

The countdown is on to the return of the legendary charity production West End Eurovision, returning to London's Theatreland on Sunday 22 April - and the participating shows have unveiled… Read More

Watch: Behind the scenes at Witness For The Prosecution

Published: 23 March 2018

The unique courtroom setting of Witness For The Prosecution has immersed hundreds of theatregoers in a nail-biting life-or-death trial over the past few months. But how did London County Hall… Read More

Watch: Sheila Atim’s Dressing Room in 60 Seconds

Published: 23 March 2018

One of the breakout stars of the smash-hit Bob Dylan musical Girl From The North Country, Olivier Award nominee Sheila Atim has truly made the West End stage her own.… Read More

Theatre Royal Stratford East Announces 2018/2019 Season

Published: 23 March 2018

Nadia Fall has announced the programme for her inaugural season as Artistic Director at Theatre Royal Stratford East. The season will start in September opening with The Village. The powerful… Read More

Caroline, Or Change makes West End transfer with Sharon D Clarke

Published: 23 March 2018

The recent revival of Tony Kushner's acclaimed musical Caroline, Or Change, which stars Sharon D Clarke, will transfer to the West End in November. Having only opened in London earlier… Read More

New rock musical Knights Of The Rose charging into the West End

Published: 23 March 2018

A brand new musical is charging into the West End this summer and it is going to rock. Jennifer Marsden’s Shakespeare-themed musical Knights Of The Rose – which will feature… Read More

A Day In The Life: The RSC’s James Cooney

Published: 22 March 2018

To be, or not to be, backstage at the Royal Shakespeare Company's Hamlet? Well, when you've got a guide as brilliant as James Cooney (who plays Horatio), why wouldn't you?… Read More

In rehearsal: Chicago

Published: 22 March 2018

If you're an Academy Award-winner looking to make your West End debut, best to do it with as much Razzle Dazzle as you can - and from the looks of… Read More

Old Vic announces spectacular Birthday Weekend programme

Published: 22 March 2018

One of London theatre's most prestigious venues, The Old Vic turns 200 this year - and it's announced a fittingly celebratory weekend of events and activities for all ages. Taking… Read More
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