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Lee Mead Will Join SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL and Ruth Jones Extends Run
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024


The producers of the award-winning production of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL have announced that stage and screen talent Lee Mead will star as Eddie Souther from Monday 10 June 2024. Following her acclaimed return to London's West End, Ruth Jones will now also extend her run as Mother Superior until Saturday 3 August 2024.

Listen: Beverley Knight Sings 'Fabulous, Baby!' From SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2024


An all new track has been released from Sister Act the Musical, 'Fabulous, Baby!', performed by Beverley Knight. Listen to the song here!

Photos: First Look at SISTER ACT at the Dominion Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024


All new photos have been released from SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL at the Dominion Theatre. Check out the photos here!

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2024


All new photos have been released of Beverley Knight, Ruth Jones, Lesley Joseph and the cast of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL in rehearsals. Check out the photos here!

Full Cast Set for SISTER ACT at the Dominion Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2024


The producers of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL have revealed the full casting for the run at the Dominion Theatre from 15 March to 8 June 2024.  Find out who is starring in the show here!

Cast Set For CINDERELLA Panto at Nottingham Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023


Nottingham Playhouse has announced the cast for its legendary pantomime, the magical tale of Cinderella. With everyone's favourite dame, John Elkington, marking his 25th year since his first panto at Nottingham Playhouse, it's a guaranteed spectacular festive treat for all the family.

Sir Ben Kingsley Will Headline BATTLE OF BRITAIN Royal Gala
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2023


Academy Award-winner Sir Ben Kingsley (Gandhi) will lead an all-star cast in tribute to Battle of Britain pilots. Learn more about the upcoming gala and find out how to attend here!

Cast Set For Battle of Britain Royal Gala Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2023


Stars of stage and screen will pay tribute to Battle of Britain pilots in the royal charity gala Stars in Salute! Learn more about the event and find out who will appear here!

Review: SISTER ACT, King's Theatre, Glasgow
by Fiona Scott - Nov 16, 2022


What did our critic think of SISTER ACT at King's Theatre, Glasgow?

SISTER ACT Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2022


Based on the iconic movie, this sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, sisterhood and music tells the hilarious story of the disco diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder. Under protective custody she is hidden in the one place she won't be found – a convent! 

Extra Performance Added For SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL Starring Jennifer Saunders and Beverley Knight At London's Eventim Apollo
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2022


Due to overwhelming demand, the acclaimed new production of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL has added an additional performance to the run at London's Eventim Apollo, meaning the show's final performance in its star-studded limited run is now on Sunday 28 August at 8.00pm.

The King's Theatre to Host UK Tour of SISTER ACT
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 7, 2022


The King’s Theatre, Glasgow is delighted to confirm that Sister Act will run at the city venue later this year with TV favourite Sandra Marvin in the role of Deloris Van Cartier.

Sandra Marvin, Lesley Joseph and Lizzie Bea Will Lead the UK Tour of SISTER ACT
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2022


The producers of the brand-new production of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL are delighted to announce that television and musical theatre star Sandra Marvin will play Deloris Van Cartier alongside Lesley Joseph as Mother Superior and Lizzie Bea as Sister Mary Robert in the UK & Ireland tour.

SISTER ACT Comes To Wolverhampton Grand Starring Sandra Marvin, Lesley Joseph and Lizzie Bea
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2022


The producers of the brand-new production of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL are delighted to announce that television and musical theatre star Sandra Marvin will play Deloris Van Cartier alongside Lesley Joseph as Mother Superior and Lizzie Bea as Sister Mary Robert in the UK & Ireland tour, coming to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Monday 5 – Saturday 10 June 2023.

Jennifer Saunders, Beverley Knight, Keala Settle, and More Will Lead SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2022


Find out who's who in the cast of Sister Act and how to get tickets. Jennifer Saunders will star as 'Mother Superior' alongside Beverley Knight as 'Deloris Van Cartier', Keala Settle as 'Sister Mary Patrick', Lesley Joseph as 'Sister Mary Lazarus', Clive Rowe as 'Eddie Souther' and Lizzie Bea as 'Sister Mary Robert'.

Nottingham Playhouse Announces Complete BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Stephi Wild - Nov 23, 2021


Nottingham Playhouse today announces that the casting of Scott Armstrong as The Beast will complete the full cast of Beauty and The Beast,  Kenneth Alan Taylor's 37th panto for the theatre.

Nottingham Playhouse Announces Casting For BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Panto
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2021


Nottingham Playhouse today announces the cast for Beauty and The Beast,  Kenneth Alan Taylor's 37th panto for Nottingham Playhouse.

CINDERELLA Comes to Nottingham Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2020


Nottingham Playhouse has announced that it's full steam ahead for Christmas!  Cinderella will indeed go to the ball, bringing some much needed joy for old and young alike for this festive season.  This year's specially adapted pantomime replaces the previously programmed Beauty and the Beast which audiences can enjoy for Christmas 2021.

Guest Blog: Understudy Charlotte Duffy On THE COMEDY ABOUT A BANK ROBBERY
by Marianka Swain - Feb 11, 2020


When people think of what an understudy does, I tend to assume they're imagining us sitting in the dressing room, smashing through a Netflix series and a packet of biscuits every evening, patiently waiting to have our turn in the spotlight. But the reality of a Mischief understudy is you're already in the spotlight and the second cover is furiously flicking through the script. Just because you're the second cover, doesn't mean you won't go on. Oh, you will. It's just a case of when.

THE COMEDY ABOUT A BANK ROBBERY Announces UK Tour Cast to Take Over the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2019


Today Mischief Theatre announce the new crooks in town, as the UK touring cast are set to replace the current West End cast, in the critically acclaimed and Olivier Award nominated The Comedy About a Bank Robbery. Celebrating 3 years in London's West End, The Comedy About a Bank Robbery recently extended until May 2020 and is looking forward to welcoming the new convicts to the Criterion Theatre.

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