Category: Theatre
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Review: Howard Barker Double Bill, Arcola Theatre
This powerful double bill of works by the playwright is fascinating to watch but feels empty of meaning that makes it difficult to fully enjoy. This double bill of work directed by Robyn Winfield-Smith starts with The Twelfth Battle of Isonzo, which for the majority of the time takes place in the dark. It tells […]
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Review: Pride & Prejudice, The Hampstead Players
Jane Austen’s classic novel is transformed for the stage in this charming adaptation that really gets to the heart of the story. The Hampstead Players and their atmospheric production of the beloved classic is well suited for the charming surroundings of Hampstead Parish Church – adding a hint of sophistication but without distracting from the […]
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Preview: Botallack o’Clock @Old Red Lion Theatre
The Old Red lion Theatre is to present Botallack O’Clock from the 12th January to the 6th February it has been announced. This funny and thought-provoking show will take audiences into the creative mind of Roger Hilton CBE, one of the most unique voices in British post-war art. In 1965, after he represented Britain at the […]
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First Glimpse of Lily James & Richard Madden in Romeo and Juliet
The first image of Lily James and Richard Madden in the Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company’s production of Romeo & Juliet has been released today. This new glimpse of the stars of Kenneth Branagh’s Cinderella in the production comes as it is confirmed that the date of the next Branagh Theatre Live cinema broadcast will be Romeo […]
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Full Cast Announced for The Tinderbox @Charing Cross Theatre
The full cast for the Christmas production of the Tinder Box at Charing Cross Theatre has been announced – including some familiar musical theatre performers. Running at the Charing Cross Theatre from the 12th December until the 3rd January 2016, Tinder Box is based on Hans Christian Anderson’s classic folk tale. Joining the previously announced […]
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Roundhouse Announces Programme for Circusfest 2016
One of the UK’s best known festivals celebrating the best of contemporary circus returns to the Roundhouse from the 4th to the 24th April 2016 and the full programme has just been announced. This latest season is filled with plenty of world premieres, amazing new productions and street performances from some of the best acts […]
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Full Cast of Aladdin Announced as Tickets Go on Sale
As tickets go on sale for Aladdin, Disney Theatrical Productions have announced that Dean John-Wilson will play the role of Aladdin alongside Jade Ewen as Jasmine in the West End premiere of the classic Disney animated film. Aladdin will open at the Prince Edward Theatre on Wednesday 15th June, with previews from Friday 27th May. […]
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Full Cast Announced for European Premiere of Grey Gardens
The full cast and creative team have been announced for the premiere of the acclaimed Broadway musical Grey Gardens, taking place at the Southwark Playhouse from the 2nd January to the 6th February 2016. Based on a 1975 documentary that tells the real life story of the rise and fall of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis’s aunt […]
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Review Roundup…The Homecoming, Trafalgar Studios
The 50th anniversary production of Harold Pinter’s The Homecoming, directed by Jamie Lloyd opened at the Trafalgar Studios last night. Starring Keith Allen, Gary Kemp, Gemma Chan and John Simm, the production follows the story of Teddy who returns from America to introduce his wife Ruth to his family. But on their return, they discover […]
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Opinion: The Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2015
The Evening Standard’s annual Theatre Award Ceremony took place at the Old Vic Theatre in London in an evening hosted by Rob Brydon. Here is a list of the winners and Love London Love Culture’s thoughts: Best Actor: James McAvoy for The Ruling Class at the Trafalgar Studios – an undeniably strong performance from the star, […]