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London Theatre News Today: Thursday 22 April

Published: 22 April 2021

Seabright Productions brings three popular shows back to London for socially distanced audiences ‘Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope’ - a glorious, truthful and uplifting celebration of a genuinely unique human being,… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 21 April

Published: 21 April 2021

What The Ladybird Heard flies into the West End this summer [caption id="attachment_111426691" align="alignnone" width="1200"] (Photo credit: Robert Day)[/caption] Join the Ladybird and her farmyard friends Live on Stage at… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 20 April

Published: 20 April 2021

Recipients of the fifth annual MGCfutures Bursaries announced Michael Grandage today announces the recipients of the fifth annual MGCfutures Bursaries awarded across a range of theatrical disciplines including directing, writing,… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 19 April

Published: 19 April 2021

Kelly Gough to star in 'Harm' at Bush Theatre The Bush Theatre has announced Kelly Gough will appear in Harm, a new monologue by Bruntwood Prize award-winning playwright Phoebe Eclair-Powell… Read More

British choreographer, Liam Scarlett, has died aged 35

Published: 19 April 2021

British choreographer, Liam Scarlett, who was an artist in residence with The Royal Ballet and artistic associate with Queensland Ballet has died aged 35. Scarlett trained at the Linda Shipton School of Dancing… Read More

Helen McCrory passes away at 52

Published: 16 April 2021

We were devastated to hear the news that the actor Helen McCrory has died aged 52. Helen's husband, actor Damian Lewis, posted on Twitter to confirm her death from cancer,… Read More

WarnerMedia donates £250,000 to the Theatre Artists Fund

Published: 16 April 2021

WarnerMedia has donated £250,000 to the Theatre Artists Fund to help support UK theatre workers struggling during the pandemic. Established by director Sam Mendes, the Society of London Theatre &… Read More

Theatres join forces with Inc Arts UK for the launch of Unlock’s anti-racism tool kit for the arts

Published: 14 April 2021

Today sees the launch of Unlock, which has been created by Inc Arts UK in collaboration with leaders across the creative sector. Unlock offers organisations a choice of over 100… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 14 April

Published: 14 April 2021

Come From Away returns to the West End from 22 July [caption id="attachment_111422233" align="alignnone" width="1200"] The West End company in Come From Away at the Phoenix Theatre 2020. Credit Craig… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 12 April

Published: 12 April 2021

The Last Five Years to transfer to the West End this September with tickets now on sale [caption id="attachment_111426618" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Molly Lynch & Oli Higginson in The Last Five… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 9 April

Published: 9 April 2021

Theatre Royal Stratford East announces new artistic associates [caption id="attachment_111426608" align="alignnone" width="700"] Mina Barber and Tabby Lamb[/caption] Theatre Royal Stratford East is pleased to announce that Mina Barber and Tabby Lamb are the two… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Thursday 8 April

Published: 8 April 2021

New 2022 dates for To Kill A Mockingbird go on sale To Kill A Mockingbird tickets have gone on sale today, following the recent announcement that Aaron Sorkin's adaptation will… Read More

Six London theatres we can’t wait to visit again

Published: 7 April 2021

Whether you’re watching Hairspray in a London theatre or enjoying The Mousetrap in the West End, there’s something truly magical about a night spent at the theatre.  With numerous venues… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 7 April

Published: 7 April 2021

ABBA MANIA returns to the West End for the first time in 19 years After a year of silence on the West End, audiences are invited to dust off their… Read More

Tell Us In 10: Greg Barnett

Published: 6 April 2021

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

Actor Paul Ritter dies aged 54

Published: 6 April 2021

Actor Paul Ritter, who played Martin Goodman in popular Channel 4 comedy, Friday Night Dinner, has died at the age of 54, it has been confirmed. Alongside his TV appearances,… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 31 March

Published: 31 March 2021

Disney's The Lion King is back on sale! The Lion King has announced that it will be making its return from 29 July. Grab your tickets to one of London's… Read More

The ‘best’ bad guys in theatre

Published: 31 March 2021

Whether it’s Simba and Scar or Agatha Trunchbull and Matilda, every hero needs a villain. With their outrageous musical numbers and scheming plots, despicable villains are a big part of… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 30 March

Published: 30 March 2021

Amélie The Musical transfers to the West End [caption id="attachment_111418825" align="alignnone" width="1200"] (Photo credit: Pamela Raith Photography)[/caption] Following its opening at the Watermill Theatre, a critically acclaimed sell-out tour in… Read More

Inspiring the Future of Theatre on World Theatre Day

Published: 27 March 2021

Inspiring the Future of Theatre is a wide-reaching industry initiative launched in July 2018 by UK Theatre and the Society of London Theatre (SOLT) in partnership with charity Education and Employers, which forms… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 26 March

Published: 26 March 2021

Six reopens on 21 May They're divorced... beheaded... back on stage! Six will reopen on 21 May at the Lyric Theatre, with tickets on sale from Monday at 10am. So… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Thursday 25 March

Published: 25 March 2021

Death Drop announces new cast members Following rave reviews in December 2020, the fabulous killer comedy and smash hit sold-out sensation Death Drop is sashaying back into London's West End… Read More

Theatre Artists Fund receives a further £500k from Mackintosh Foundation

Published: 25 March 2021

Cameron Mackintosh today confirmed a further £500,000 in additional support from his Foundation to the Theatre Artists Fund, following an industry-wide campaign on the anniversary of theatre shutdown. Created last… Read More

Around the world in 5 theatres

Published: 25 March 2021

Theatre is amazing for so many reasons. It provides an escape from the every humdrum, it gives us an opportunity to learn about different people, culture and history and it… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 24 March

Published: 24 March 2021

& Juliet to reopen in the West End from 24 September The pop-fuelled hit musical & Juliet have today announced that they'll be reopening from 24 September at the Shaftesbury… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 23 March

Published: 23 March 2021

Pretty Woman The Musical returns to the West End this Summer After breaking advance box office records at the Piccadilly Theatre when it opened in February 2020, the smash hit… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 22 March

Published: 22 March 2021

Join Theatre Chat Live tomorrow with special guests Alex Baker & Ruthie Henshall For tomorrow's episode of Theatre Chat Live, we will be joined by Magic FM presenters, Alex Baker… Read More

Disney’s The Lion King to reopen in the West End from 29 July

Published: 22 March 2021

The Walt Disney Company UK and Ireland has today announced that London’s landmark musical, DISNEY’S THE LION KING will reopen in the West End on 29th July 2021. THE LION… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 19 March

Published: 19 March 2021

The Young Vic sets new dates for Hamlet starring Cush Jumbo The Young Vic announces their highly anticipated production of Hamlet, starring Cush Jumbo and directed by Greg Hersov, will… Read More

#WeMakeEvents lights cultural institutions up in red

Published: 19 March 2021

Venues across the UK have been lit up in red over the last few days, to mark the anniversary of theatres closing due to the coronavirus pandemic. International movement #WeMakeEvents… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Thursday 18 March

Published: 18 March 2021

World premiere of Cruise will reopen the Duchess Theatre this May Based on a true story Jack was told whilst volunteering for Switchboard, the LGBTQ+ Listening Service, this new play… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 17 March

Published: 17 March 2021

Ralph Fiennes to direct and star in T.S. Eliot's Four Quarters Ralph Fiennes will create a brand-new stage adaptation of T.S. Eliot’s Four Quartets this summer. Announced this week as Britain marks a… Read More

Anniversary of UK theatre closures raises money for Theatre Artists Fund

Published: 17 March 2021

This week marked one year since theatre closures across the UK due to the pandemic. To mark the day, we called on the theatre community and industry professionals to support… Read More

One year on: How the theatre industry has shown solidarity to support those in need

Published: 16 March 2021

During the past year, the theatre industry has rallied together to support one another, its community and those who have been most impacted by the pandemic. On the one year… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 16 March

Published: 16 March 2021

Back To The Future The Musical to open in August Producer Colin Ingram (Ghost – The Musical) and Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale, the creators of the Back To The… Read More

One Year On: Reflecting on the past & hopes for the future

Published: 16 March 2021

On 16 March 2020, theatres across the UK were forced to close their doors as a result of the global pandemic. On this one year anniversary, we're taking a moment… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 15 March

Published: 15 March 2021

The Play That Goes Wrong to reopen at the Duchess Theatre in June [caption id="attachment_111420697" align="alignnone" width="1200"] The Play That Goes Wrong 2019 cast[/caption] The Play That Goes Wrong, the… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 12 March

Published: 12 March 2021

The Prince Of Egypt announces re-opening date and tickets go on sale Tickets for the Prince Of Egypt go on sale today for performances from Thursday 1 July at the… Read More

The Prince Of Egypt to reopen from 1 July

Published: 12 March 2021

The Prince Of Egypt, the hit musical based on the classic DreamWorks Animation film, will resume performances at London’s Dominion Theatre on Thursday 1 July 2021 with public booking now… Read More

Jerwood Foundation announces Jerwood Blue Sky Fund, a £1 million donation to the Theatre Artists Fund & Help Musicians

Published: 12 March 2021

Jerwood Foundation is delighted to launch Jerwood Blue Sky Fund, a £1 million donation to the Theatre Artists Fund and Help Musicians. It will fund small grants for freelancers in… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 10 March

Published: 10 March 2021

The National Theatre adds Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and Consent to streaming platform [caption id="attachment_111426326" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Jack O'Connell (as Brick) and Sienna Miller (as Maggie) in Cat… Read More

Les Misérables -The Staged Concert to return in May with full production to return in September

Published: 10 March 2021

Performances are set to return for the spectacular production of Les Misérables -The Staged Concert at the Sondheim Theatre. Today (10 March 2021) it is officially announced that the show… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 9 March

Published: 9 March 2021

Monday Night At The Apollo & Adam Kay: This Is Going To Hurt now on sale If you're missing theatre and wondering what shows have announced their reopening dates, you're… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 8 March

Published: 8 March 2021

Theatre Royal Stratford East to release a new film written and performed by Rebecca Buckle Directed by Mina Barber and videography and post-production by Ben Pugh, Hysterical! The Hilarious History… Read More

Leading Ladies: Five female theatrical pioneers

Published: 8 March 2021

A lot of the magic that we see on stage happens behind the curtain. In fact, some of the biggest successes in West End history are owed to some women… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 5 March

Published: 5 March 2021

Everybody's Talking About Jamie returns to the West End with Shane Richie playing Hugo/Loco Chanelle [caption id="attachment_111426219" align="alignnone" width="600"] Shane Richie (as Hugo) in the Everybody's Talking About Jamie Tour… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 3 March

Published: 3 March 2021

Donmar Warehouse to reimagine the postponed local production Assembly The Donmar Warehouse is delighted to announce that its first local production ASSEMBLY, originally scheduled in 2020 but postponed due to… Read More

Government budget 2021

Published: 3 March 2021

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak presented the Governments budget today, laying out a series of new crucial policies to help individuals and businesses during the Coronavirus pandemic. Julian Bird,… Read More

Five Disney films we’d love to see on stage

Published: 3 March 2021

If you were lucky enough to have seen Mary Poppins or Disney's The Lion King before lockdown, you’ll understand the magic of Disney onstage. Seeing your favourite characters in the… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 1 March

Published: 1 March 2021

Professional opera singer and West End performer Georgi Mottram joins tomorrow's Theatre Chat Live In tomorrow's Theatre Chat Live, we will be joined by special Guest, Georgi Mottram, a professional… Read More

Wizarding Wonder: Why the Harry Potter theatre experience is better than the books

Published: 1 March 2021

Whether you’re a Slytherin or a Gryffindor, all Potterheads can agree that Hogwarts is the most magical world a reader can dive into. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child continues… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Thursday 25 February

Published: 25 February 2021

National Youth Theatre announce national Inclusive Practice Collective The National Youth Theatre have announced an open call to young people, specialist schools and colleges (known as SEND), and cultural community… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 23 February

Published: 23 February 2021

The Almeida Theatre announces on-demand streaming of Lolita Chakrabarti’s Hymn.  [caption id="attachment_111425958" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Adrian Lester and Danny Sapani. (Photo credit: Zeinab Batchelor)[/caption] Following an acclaimed, sold-out run of live-streamed performances,… Read More

Amy Hart’s Top 5: Musicals that were gone too soon

Published: 23 February 2021

The below has been taken from the transcript of our YouTube video Reality TV star and theatre enthusiastic Amy Hart gave us a rundown of her top five musicals that were… Read More

Prime Minister: Theatres to reopen in May subject to tests

Published: 22 February 2021

Prime Minister Boris Johnson today set out his four-step plan to release England from lockdown in the House of Commons. He confirmed that theatres can resume performances at the earliest… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 19 February

Published: 19 February 2021

Joanna Lumley, Stephen Fry, Russell Tovey, Alfred Enoch and Emma Mcdonald join Fionn Whitehead in The Picture Of Dorian Gray [caption id="attachment_111426107" align="alignnone" width="700"] Clockwise from top left: Alfred Enoch,… Read More

#WeMakeEvents launches new campaign as 43% of businesses expect to fold by June

Published: 18 February 2021

Today, #WeMakeEvents launches a hard-hitting campaign, rallying the UK Government to provide urgent relief to a struggling live events sector. The Government Can’t See Us, Can You? shows the devastation… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Thursday 18 February

Published: 18 February 2021

Get Up Stand Up delays opening, Six extends run at Lyric Get Up Stand Up, The Bob Marley Musical announced this morning that it will delay its opening at the… Read More

Celebrities rally together to support Theatre Artists Fund in video series

Published: 16 February 2021

16 March 2021 will mark one year since theatres across the UK were forced to close their doors as a result of the global pandemic. Despite the government's roadmap announcement,… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 16 February

Published: 16 February 2021

Sister Act The Musical at London's Eventim Apollo postponed until July 2022 Due to the current and ongoing pandemic restrictions and the knock-on effect this has had to the international… Read More

If Theatreland had dating apps

Published: 15 February 2021

While it might have been a love-in for some over the weekend, others of us are still out here trying to find a soulmate, partner-in-crime, or just plan a date… Read More

Leading theatre names sign letter to Culture Secretary to allow outdoor performing arts

Published: 15 February 2021

As the nation waits anxiously for the forthcoming lockdown-exit announcement on the 22nd February, think tank OUT TO PERFORM and the COALITION FOR OPEN AIR THEATRE delivered a letter on… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 15 February

Published: 15 February 2021

First look at the world premiere of The Sorcerer's Apprentice [inline-image-gallery id="apprentice"] The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, by Richard Hough and Ben Morales Frost, directed by Charlotte Westenra (‘The Wicker Husband’, Watermill)… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 12 February

Published: 12 February 2021

A third song is released from Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella Following the release late last year of ‘Only You, Lonely You’ sung by Ivano Turco, ‘I Know I Have A… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Thursday 11 February

Published: 11 February 2021

Everybody's Talking About Jamie extends You can now book tickets for Everybody's Talking About Jamie at the Apollo Theatre until 29 August 2021. So book your summer plans in early and… Read More

Online theatre you can enjoy this Valentine’s Day

Published: 11 February 2021

Whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day, Galentine's Day or simply wish to forget about the day altogether, we've pulled together a list of online theatre that you can enjoy this weekend!… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 10 February

Published: 10 February 2021

The creators of The Show Must Go On Theatre Support Fund + launch children's t-shirts The creators of ‘The Show Must Go On!’ Campaign, the Theatre Support Fund+ (TSF+) are… Read More

BBC’s imagine…We’ll Be Back? highlights the importance of the performing arts industry

Published: 10 February 2021

Yesterday night, I tuned in to the BBC's imagine... We'll Be Back? where television presenter Alan Yentob explored the huge ongoing impact of the global pandemic on the performing arts… Read More

Double trouble: Noah Thomas and Layton Williams chat Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

Published: 9 February 2021

The below Q&A has been taken from the transcript of our YouTube video As part of 2020's Virtual West End LIVE series, Layton Williams and Noah Thomas got together to talk… Read More

Show Theatre Some Love This Valentine’s Day With a Theatre Tokens eGift

Published: 9 February 2021

Flowers, chocolates, comically-sized teddy bears - we’ve all had our fair share of standard Valentine’s Day gifts. Why not break the mould this year and give your loved ones something… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Tuesday 9 February

Published: 9 February 2021

A solo concert with Olivier Award-winning Giles Terera to be streamed globally from March Giles Terera, the Olivier Award-winning West End star of ‘Hamilton’, performs the world premiere of ‘Black… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Monday 8 February

Published: 8 February 2021

Tune into Theatre Chat Live with special guest Aisha Jawando tomorrow at 6pm If you've not already heard, we've started a new Theatre Chat Live series on the Official London… Read More

West End musicals you can look forward to this year

Published: 8 February 2021

Let's face it, we're all feeling that huge gaping hole in our lives that is theatre but thanks to the BBC, we were able to enjoy performances from some of… Read More

London Theatre News Today: Friday 5 February

Published: 5 February 2021

Tina - The Tina Turner Musical announces reopening The Queen of Rock 'n' Roll is back! Tina - The Tina Turner Musical announced today that the smash-hit will return home… Read More

SOLT and UK Theatre join with live entertainment sector leaders in open letter to Government

Published: 4 February 2021

Leaders across the music, theatre and events industries have come together to issue an urgent plea to Government to maintain the 5% VAT rate on ticket sales, brought in to… Read More
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