The BFI’s latest season will celebrate the film musical, celebrating the stars and directors who influenced this genre of film. The full programme of this new season was announced at an event which took place at the BFII Southbank this evening, with special guests in attendance including Petula Clark and Clarke Peters and Patricia Ward Kelly, wife and biographer… Read More
Review Round Up: Torch Song, Turbine Theatre
Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews for Drew McOnie’s revival of Harvey Fierstein’s play. The Stage: *** “McOnie directs his first straight play with confidence. The emotional fireworks explode in all the right places and there’s an elegance to much of the staging.” WhatsOnStage: **** ” This version may not be… Read More
NEWS: Full Casting Announced for European Premiere of Botticelli in the Fire
The production is set to play at the Hampstead Theatre from the 18th October. Hampstead Theatre has confirmed the full casting for the European premiere of Jordan Tannahill’s Botticelli in the Fire which will be directed by Blanche McIntyre. The cast for the production is set to include: Hiran Abeysekera, Stefan Adegbola, Dickie Beau, Adetomiwa… Read More
NEWS: ABBA: Super Troupers The Exhibition to Open at The O2
Entertainment Exhibitions International (UK) Ltd (EEI), in association with ABBA The Museum in Stockholm have announced an exhibition that will open at The O2 in December. Open at The O2 from the 6th December, ABBA: Super Troupers The Exhibition will allow visitors to explore each band member’s history, with a number of personal objects going on display. This… Read More
Interview With…Nick Larkin
The producer chatted to Emma Clarendon about bringing Soul of Shaolin to the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. Hi Nick thanks for talking to me. Could you explain a little bit more about what Soul of Shaolin is about? Soul of Shaolin is billed as a Kung Fung spectacular but indeed it is more than that. The… Read More
NEWS: McFly to Reunite For Concert at The O2
The band have confirmed details of a concert taking place at The O2 on the 20th November. Almost ten years since the release of their last album Above the Noise,, McFly have announced that they will be reuniting for a concert taking place at The O2 on the 20th November as well as the release… Read More
NEWS: Lockwood Productions Announce UK Premiere of The Green Fairy
The musical will play at the Union Theatre from the 30th October until the 23rd November. The musical, featuring book, music and lyrics by Jack Sain and Stephen Libby, will be presented by Lockwood Productions and Fools & Kings through a production directed by Jack Sain. Tonight, Jo saw her daughter Wendy sing for the first time… Read More
NEWS: Further Casting Announced for Dick Whittington and His Cat at the Hackney Empire
Hackney Empire’s annual pantomime returns from the 23rd November. The Hackney Empire has announced further casting for its 2019 pantomime Dick Whittington and His Cat. Joining the previously announced Clive Rowe as Sarah the Cook, the loveable Kat B as Vincent the Cat and the ever trusty Tony Whittle as Alderman Fitzwarren will be: Tarinn Callender as Dick Whittington,… Read More
NEWS: Production Images of Joe Sugg in Waitress Released
The Strictly Come Dancing and YouTube personality joins the West End production of the musical to play Ogie. New production images have been released of new cast member Joe Sugg, who began performances as Ogie in the West End production of Waitress at the Adelphi Theatre last night. It was also recently announced that the… Read More