A guide to the best things to see and do in London
Casting for the musical playing at the Southwark Playhouse from the 22nd November has been confirmed. Directed by James Tobias, it has been announced that Marc Pickering will star as the mischievous Cat in the Hat in Immersion Theatre͛s Seussical the Musical. He is joined by Scott Paige as Horton the Elephant and Amy Perry. Meanwhile, Katie… Read More
Adam Lenson directs Natasha Barnes in this new rock musical about the Brontës. Here, Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews… The Stage: *** “While it doesn’t always work, and it’s freeform almost to a fault, musical theatre in this country isn’t often allowed to experiment with form and scale like this – and… Read More
Bill Russell and Janet Hood’s musical is refreshing and appropriate for 2018 thanks to its four strong female characters and songs that hit the spot emotionally. Filled with joy, conflict and a sharp sense of humour, Unexpected Joy is the perfect way to help break down barriers in terms of attitudes towards sexuality, race and… Read More
With Edinburgh winding down for another year, Love London Love Culture selects some of the best London shows to book for in September…. 1. Eugenius!, The Other Palace: eagerly making its return to the theatre from the 1st September, Eugenius! is filled with 80’s references and original songs that will get you singing along whether you… Read More
This lively and entertaining production showcases a whole wealth of talent from the British Theatre Academy. Loosely based on the film starring Kirsten Dunst, Bring it On makes for a lively and bubbly musical about friendship, betrayal and competition. The story follows the fortunes of cheerleader Campbell after she is named captain of the Truman High… Read More
Kirsty Herrington visited the Southwark Playhouse to watch the British Theatre Academy’s production based on Michelle Magorian’s beloved story. Following the much-loved children’s book by Michelle Magorian and the film starring late actor John Thaw, David Wood’s adaptation of Goodnight Mister Tom at the Southwark Playhouse has a lot to live up to. Thankfully this youth… Read More
Love London Love Culture’s Emma Clarendon attended the launch for new rock musical Wasted about the Bronte sisters. Here’s a glimpse of what to expect… Playing at the Southwark Playhouse from the 6th September, Wasted is a brand new rock musical that follows the ups and downs in the lives of the Bronte sisters, featuring… Read More
Rehearsal images have been released for the British Theatre Academy’s production of Bring It On, playing at the Southwark Playhouse from the 2nd August. Here’s a glimpse of what has been happening…. (c)Eliza Wilmot. Based on the hit film and featuring an original story by Tony Award winner, Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q), music and lyrics by Tony… Read More
Casting for the upcoming European premiere of Bill Russell and Janet Hood’s new musical has been confirmed. Playing at the Southwark Playhouse from the 5th September, the all-female casting for the European premiere of the musical is set to include: Janet Fullerlove (Fortune’s Fool, The Beggar’s Opera) as Joy; Jodie Jacobs (Myth, Rock of Ages) as Rachel; Melanie Marshall (Guys… Read More
It has been announced that Immersion Theatre will present Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens musical based on the works of Dr .Seuss at the Southwark Playhouse from the 22nd November. Join the mischievous Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, and a host of other much-loved characters on a magical, madcap adventure from the… Read More
