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Casting Announced for RSC'S BEN AND IMO, written by Mark Ravenhill
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 19, 2023


Samuel Barnett and Victoria Yeates will make their Royal Shakespeare Company debuts to play, respectively, Benjamin Britten and Imogen Holst in the Company’s forthcoming production of Ben and Imo, written by Mark Ravenhill and directed by Erica Whyman.

Emma Corrin Becomes Patron Of MGCfutures
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2023


MGCfutures has announced that Emma Corrin becomes a patron, joining Judi Dench, Dawn French, Nicole Kidman, Jude Law, Daniel Radcliffe, Simon Russell Beale, Sheridan Smith, Aidan Turner, David Walliams and Ben Whishaw who already support the work of the charity.

Photos: First Look at York Theatre Royal's JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023


EastEnders and Goodness Gracious Me star Nina Wadia leads the cast of Jack and the Beanstalk, this year’s fee-fi-fo-FUN family pantomime at York Theatre Royal from December 8 to January 7. Check out all new photos here!

Billy Porter Will Perform at the 2023 DKMS Annual Gala
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023


DKMS, a global leader in the fight against blood cancer, will further its mission with a black-tie gala on Thursday, October 19th at New York's Cipriani Wall Street. Billy Porter is set to perform. Learn more about the event and how to attend here!

EDINBURGH 2023: THE SLIGHTLY ANNOYING ELEPHANT, Debating Hall At Gilded Balloon Teviot
by Christiana Rose - Aug 17, 2023


The Slightly Annoying Elephant has been adapted for stage by London's award-winning puppeteers, Little Angel Theatre from the David Walliams book of the same name, illustrated by Tony Ross. The elephant arrives unexpectedly on protagonist Sam’s doorstep creating mayhem in its wake #edfringe #childrenstheatre

Michael Grandage Will Direct Penelope Wilton and Luke Evans in the World Première of BACKSTAIRS BILLY
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2023


The world première of Marcelo Dos Santos' new play Backstairs Billy looks at a pivotal moment in the 50 year relationship between the Queen Mother and her loyal servant William “Billy” Tallon.

Kevin Quantum Returns to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2023


International magic star Kevin Quantum returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with MOMENTUM, a show that rocks the audience with epic stunts and belly laughs. 

Birmingham Stage Company Reveals Cast For West End Return of HORRIBLE HISTORIES: TERRIBLE TUDORS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023


Birmingham Stage Company has announced the wicked cast for their West End return of Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors - Neal Foster, Emma Swan and Jack Ballard, in this delightfully gruesome production about one of history's most outrageous families.

GREATEST DAYS Comes to the Milton Keynes Theatre in July
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2023


The Official Take That Musical Greatest Days, with a book by award-winning playwright Tim Firth. will play at Milton Keynes Theatre from 03 – 08 July.

David Walliams' AWFUL AUNTIE Will Embark on Tour in 2024
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2023


The bestselling children's author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company are teaming up once again for a brand-new production of Awful Auntie. This is their latest collaboration following Demon Dentist, Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy - and the latter two both received Olivier award nominations.

Gilded Balloon Unveils Full Fringe 2023 Programme
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2023


Gilded Balloon has announced over 170 new shows for Fringe 2023. Housed across three major venue hubs and at The Queen's Hall, the announcement marks a triumphant return to the festival showcasing a line up of unmissable live entertainment.

Impromptu Shakespeare Confirmed as Opening Act For The Garden Theatre Festival 2023 Launch Event
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2023


Be immersed in the world of fire-breathing dragons, car chases and convicts, Shakespeare galore, beautiful cabaret, slapstick, laughter, and so much more. Sip a cooling drink under a warm sunset, and relax on your rolled-out blanket, at Bath's only open-air theatre festival.

DEMON DENTIST Comes to 3Olympia Theatre in July
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2023


The bestselling children’s author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company have teamed up for a brand-new production of Demon Dentist. This is their latest collaboration after Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy, both of which received Olivier award nominations. 

David Walliams' DEMON DENTIST Comes To 3olympia Theatre In July
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2023


The bestselling children's author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company have teamed up for a brand-new production of Demon Dentist. This is their latest collaboration after Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy, both of which received Olivier award nominations. 

Musical Theatre Network, Mercury Musical Developments & Oxford Playhouse Announce BEAM2023 Participants
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2023


Musical Theatre Network, Mercury Musical Developments and Oxford Playhouse has announced details of the 29 musicals that will be showcased in BEAM2023.  

Cast Set For the UK Tour of GREATEST DAYS The Official Take That Musical
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2023


The full cast has been announced for The Official Take That Musical GREATEST DAYS, with a book by award-winning playwright Tim Firth.

Tickets to LOVE NEVER DIES Amateur Premiere, SIX & More To Go On Sale This Week at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2023


A brand new season of shows is about to go on sale at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre including the much-anticipated return of SIX and Mischief Theatre’s PETER PAN GOES WRONG.

HORRIBLE HISTORIES �" TERRIBLE TUDORS Will Return to the West End This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2023


Following a horribly successful run last summer Birmingham Stage Company has announced that Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors will return to the West End's Garrick Theatre.

Cast Announced For Birmingham Stage Company's Tour of TERRIBLE THAMES
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2023


Birmingham Stage Company has announced the cast coming aboard the Terrible Thames. This is a unique immersive theatrical tour taking in prime historical locations such as The Tower of London, Parliament, Shakespeare's Globe, and the Golden Hinde.

Philharmonia Orchestra Will Perform Live To Roald Dahl's REVOLTING RHYMES Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2023


The Philharmonia Orchestra, conducted by Terry Davis, will perform live to Roald Dahl's classic Revolting Rhymes at the Royal Festival Hall in this family-friendly concert on Sunday 12 February at 3pm.

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