I'm not surprised that My Neighbour Totoro is getting a West End transfer. It's a magical night in the theatre and I'd very much recommend getting along to the Gillian Lynne next year if you can...
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Disney’s Theatrical Group has posted closing notices for the London production of Frozen. Frozen will extend for the final time, completing its run at Theatre Royal Drury Lane after three years on 8 September 2024, having been seen by over 2.8 million people....
The critically acclaimed cast of the smash hit Donmar Warehouse production of the Broadway musical Next to Normal are set to return as the show prepares to transfer to London’s Wyndham’s Theatre from 18 June for a strictly limited 14-week run....
Barricades is an online Les Miserables convention focused on all aspects of Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables and its various adaptations. The third edition of the con will be held 12-14 July 2024. The con is interested in programming ideas about all aspects of Les Misérables — the novel, the musical and other adaptations —...
Nicole Scherzinger is ready for her close-up. The “X-Factor” judge and Pussycat Dolls singer is bringing her acclaimed interpretation of legendary diva Norma Desmond to Broadway with a new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Sunset Boulevard.” She’s taking on the fading screen star — a role that was memorably...
Stephen Sondheim, the great musical theater composer and lyricist, was widely acclaimed as a genius, but during his lifetime he had a bumpy track record at the box office, with many of his shows losing money....
Starring an electrifying Nicole Scherzinger, Sunset Boulevard ends its limited run at London’s Savoy Theatre on January 6. However, Deadline can reveal in its 2024 West End look ahead that the singer will lead the Andrew Lloyd Webber show to Broadway in November, according to insiders connected with the production....
Front-of-house workers at leading West End theatres have told Sky News audiences have "forgotten how to behave" - claiming assaults and abuse are a common occurrence....
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Sheridan Smith is to star in a musical by Rufus Wainwright based on John Cassavetes’ 1977 film Opening Night, about an actor struggling with her new stage role. Directed by Ivo van Hove, whose book accompanies Wainwright’s music and lyrics, the show will open at the Gielgud theatre in London in March....
On stage, the role of Young Cosette is alternated by young actors, many of whom have gone on to star in Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, School of Rock, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and Matilda – both on stage and recently in the musical movie. For some, like Frozen favourite Emily Lane, Olivier winner Cleo...
The pro-shot of the West End production of The Prince of Egypt: The Musical, will be released on digital platforms from December 4. Following a release on BroadwayHD on November 15, the production will be available to buy or rent on YouTube, Xfinity, Prime Video, Apple TV, and more....
Disney’s Frozen to close in London on 8 September 2024 (www.westendtheatre.com)
Disney’s Theatrical Group has posted closing notices for the London production of Frozen. Frozen will extend for the final time, completing its run at Theatre Royal Drury Lane after three years on 8 September 2024, having been seen by over 2.8 million people....
Cameron Mackintosh Ltd turnover doubles to £186 million in latest accounts (www.thestage.co.uk)
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Acclaimed cast of NEXT TO NORMAL return as Donmar Warehouse production transfers to West End (www.westendbestfriend.co.uk)
The critically acclaimed cast of the smash hit Donmar Warehouse production of the Broadway musical Next to Normal are set to return as the show prepares to transfer to London’s Wyndham’s Theatre from 18 June for a strictly limited 14-week run....
Move over Abba: new ‘riskier’ wave of British musicals to challenge West End’s established order (amp.theguardian.com)
Theatreland is taking a gamble on a wave of quirky little shows to challenge the big but tired box office beasts...
Kate Miller-Heidke reveals plans for a UK tour and West End production of Muriel's Wedding; talks Bananaland (www.smh.com.au)
As part of a longer interview Kate Miller-Heidke talks musical theatre, Muriel's Wedding and Bananaland:...
The Time Traveller’s Wife West End musical to close early (www.westendtheatre.com)
New West End musical The Time Traveller's Wife has posted early closing notices at the Apollo Theatre in London....
Burlesque stage musical announces new Manchester dates and Glasgow run prior to West End transfer (www.whatsonstage.com)
Burlesque has announced further dates for its world premiere production....
Les Miserables convention, Uptown Music Theater production, Bradley Jaden returns as Javert for two weeks, what are former London Gavroches doing now
Barricades is an online Les Miserables convention focused on all aspects of Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables and its various adaptations. The third edition of the con will be held 12-14 July 2024. The con is interested in programming ideas about all aspects of Les Misérables — the novel, the musical and other adaptations —...
Nicole Scherzinger Bringing Her Norma Desmond to Broadway in ‘Sunset Boulevard’ Revival (variety.com)
Nicole Scherzinger is ready for her close-up. The “X-Factor” judge and Pussycat Dolls singer is bringing her acclaimed interpretation of legendary diva Norma Desmond to Broadway with a new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Sunset Boulevard.” She’s taking on the fading screen star — a role that was memorably...
How The Color Purple‘s Climactic “I’m Here” Came to Life on Stage and Screen (time.com)
The song “I’m Here” from The Color Purple musical is not meant to be sung, but roared. It’s not meant to be heard but felt....
New musicals confirmed for 2024 (UK) (www.whatsonstage.com)
As we hurtle towards 2024, it’s time to take a closer look at 20 new musicals coming our way over the next twelve months....
Sondheim Was a Critical Darling. Since His Death, He’s a Hitmaker, Too (www.nytimes.com)
Stephen Sondheim, the great musical theater composer and lyricist, was widely acclaimed as a genius, but during his lifetime he had a bumpy track record at the box office, with many of his shows losing money....
Nicole Scherzinger Sets Sights On Broadway For ‘Sunset Boulevard’ Revival (deadline.com)
Starring an electrifying Nicole Scherzinger, Sunset Boulevard ends its limited run at London’s Savoy Theatre on January 6. However, Deadline can reveal in its 2024 West End look ahead that the singer will lead the Andrew Lloyd Webber show to Broadway in November, according to insiders connected with the production....
Fights, vomiting and abuse: Theatregoers have forgotten how to behave, staff say (news.sky.com)
Front-of-house workers at leading West End theatres have told Sky News audiences have "forgotten how to behave" - claiming assaults and abuse are a common occurrence....
Sheridan Smith to star in Rufus Wainwright West End musical Opening Night (www.theguardian.com)
Sheridan Smith is to star in a musical by Rufus Wainwright based on John Cassavetes’ 1977 film Opening Night, about an actor struggling with her new stage role. Directed by Ivo van Hove, whose book accompanies Wainwright’s music and lyrics, the show will open at the Gielgud theatre in London in March....
Where are the young Cosettes from Les Misérables in the West End now? (www.whatsonstage.com)
On stage, the role of Young Cosette is alternated by young actors, many of whom have gone on to star in Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, School of Rock, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and Matilda – both on stage and recently in the musical movie. For some, like Frozen favourite Emily Lane, Olivier winner Cleo...
THE PRINCE OF EGYPT: THE MUSICAL Will Be Available on Streaming Platforms Next Month (www.broadwayworld.com)
The pro-shot of the West End production of The Prince of Egypt: The Musical, will be released on digital platforms from December 4. Following a release on BroadwayHD on November 15, the production will be available to buy or rent on YouTube, Xfinity, Prime Video, Apple TV, and more....