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Angels In America sets Tony noms record as British plays dominate

Published: 1 May 2018

London plays were at the centre of the celebrations at this year's Tony Awards nominations announcement, with the Broadway transfer of the National Theatre's Angels In America attaining a record-setting… Read More

Watch: Tony Award 2018 nominations

Published: 1 May 2018

Over the past couple of months, we've enjoyed celebrating the very best of British theatre with the spectacular Olivier Awards 2018 with Mastercard ceremony - and now the focus switches… Read More

David Walliams’ Gangsta Granny raps back into West End

Published: 1 May 2018

She's already torn up the West End stage with a UK Theatre and Olivier Award-nominated run last year. And now David Walliams' Gangsta Granny is to return to in London this… Read More

Gallery: Orlando Bloom And The Cast Of Killer Joe In Rehearsals

Published: 30 April 2018

Orlando Bloom leads the cast in Tracy Letts’ black comedy thriller, Killer Joe, for a strictly limited 13-week run. Directed by Simon Evans, Killer Joe will run at Trafalgar Studios… Read More

Spamilton, The Hamilton Spoof, premieres at The Menier Chocolate Factory

Published: 30 April 2018

The Menier Chocolate Factory today announces the UK première of Gerard Alessandrini’s Spamilton which opens at the theatre on 24 July, with previews from 12 July and runs until 8… Read More

Bat Out Of Hell Announces Partnership With Invictus Games

Published: 30 April 2018

Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical, has today announced a wide-ranging partnership to support the Invictus Games Foundation, the governing body of the Invictus Games, a global sporting event… Read More

Watch: Strictly Ballroom The Musical opening night

Published: 27 April 2018

From the award winning director Baz Luhrmann, Strictly Ballroom The Musical, based on the 1992 romantic comedy film that inspired the world to dance, opened this week at the West… Read More

ABBA has written new music… and our fingers are crossed

Published: 27 April 2018

It was announced today that legendary pop group, ABBA, have written and recorded two brand new songs for the first time since they split 35 years ago. The new compositions… Read More

West End shows you have to see this summer

Published: 26 April 2018

Sitting in the garden soaking in the sun is all well and good, but with so many amazing shows opening from now until October, you’ll kick yourself for missing some… Read More

Almeida Theatre announces Machinal casting

Published: 26 April 2018

The Almeida Theatre has revealed casting for Natalie Abrahami's reimagination of Sophie Treadwell's play Machinal. Led by television star Emily Berrington (24: Live Another Day, Humans), the cast also includes Nathalie… Read More

First Chess images released

Published: 26 April 2018

It begins again tonight! The epic musical love story Chess opens for previews at the London Coliseum, starring Michael Ball as Anatoly, Alexandra Burke as Svetlana, Cedric Neal as The Arbiter, Tim… Read More

Little Shop Of Horrors casting revealed at Regent’s Park Open Air

Published: 26 April 2018

Marc Antolin, Jemima Rooper and Matt Willis will star in the upcoming Regent's Park Open Air Theatre production of Little Shop Of Horrors. Marc (Into The Woods, Open Air Theatre) and… Read More

Watch: Meet the cast & creatives of Company

Published: 25 April 2018

A revered Sondheim musical meets a quite sensational cast and creative team. Meet Patti LuPone, Mel Giedroyc, Marianne Elliott and Chris Harper - the company behind the upcoming Company in the… Read More

Thriller Live moonwalks into April 2019

Published: 25 April 2018

It's based on the musical icon who told us "Don't Stop Til You Get Enough" - and West End audiences clearly haven't, as the brilliant Michael Jackson musical Thriller Live has extended… Read More

All you need to know about School Of Rock The Musical

Published: 24 April 2018

If you’re not already ready, then you probably need to be schooled on how to rock. Luckily, there’s a place to go: School Of Rock - The Musical. The sensational… Read More

Hayley Atwell & Jack Lowden to alternate roles in new Donmar productions

Published: 24 April 2018

The Donmar Warehouse has today announced two new productions in Josie Rourke's penultimate season as Artistic Director: Brian Friel's Aristocrats, directed by Lyndsey Turner; and Measure For Measure, in which… Read More

Watch: All Or Nothing’s open top bus gig

Published: 24 April 2018

When the London sun is shining, and the wheels are rolling, there's only one thing to do: get that Mod rocking. The cast of All Or Nothing - The Mod… Read More

Guest stars revealed for St Petersburg Ballet’s Swan Lake

Published: 24 April 2018

The St Petersburg Ballet Theatre's full-length classic Swan Lake, which returns to the London Coliseum this summer, has announced an exciting array of guest stars. Led by prima ballerina Irina… Read More

The Old Vic unveils all-star Birthday Variety Night line-up

Published: 23 April 2018

The Old Vic has revealed the full line-up for its 200th birthday Variety Night on Saturday 12 May, which includes music, comedy, cabaret and exclusive performances. Harking back to The… Read More

The Phantom Of The Opera scoops West End Eurovision double

Published: 23 April 2018

The angels of music within The Phantom Of The Opera's West End cast soared to an amazing double win at last night's West End Eurovision 2018 charity event. The charity… Read More

New casting for Kinky Boots announced

Published: 23 April 2018

Want to know the latest tea from the most fabulous show on the West End? Well, you've come to the right place because we're serving the latest on the cast… Read More

Watch: Bat Out Of Hell opening night

Published: 20 April 2018

If there's one thing we learned from Bat Out Of Hell - The Musical's explosion onto the West End scene last year, it's that the Bat likes nothing more than… Read More

New date added to Heathers The Musical

Published: 20 April 2018

Go grab a slushi because Heathers The Musical is hot, hot, hot! When tickets went on sale last week, The Other Palace Theatre's box office records were broken and left for… Read More

Shobna Gulati joins Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

Published: 20 April 2018

So everybody just keeps talking about Jamie... but it keeps giving us reasons to. The Olivier Award-nominated show is still bringing joy to all its viewers thanks to its incredible… Read More

Dates announced for Follies and Hadestown at National Theatre

Published: 20 April 2018

Did you miss the Olivier Award-winning run of Follies at the National Theatre last year? Well, put those regrets behind you because you'll have another chance. This week the National… Read More

Killian Donnelly joins Les Misérables tour

Published: 20 April 2018

Today, Cameron Mackintosh announced the sad news that Killian Donnelly will be leaving the London production of Les Misérables. His final performance as the heartbreaking Jean Valjean (or prisoner 24601,… Read More

Ian McKellen’s King Lear announces NT Live screening and full casting

Published: 19 April 2018

King Lear has announced that it will be broadcast live to UK and international audiences on 27 September in partnership with NT Live. Further casting is also announced for the… Read More

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
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