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London food
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Oscar Wilde's life reimagined in dystopian musical

Oscar at the Crown combines musical and rave elements, celebrating themes of rebellion in a post-apocalyptic nightclub setting.
SF LGBT
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

This beloved queer film is getting a musical stage adaptation

The National Theatre will adapt the film 'Pride' into a musical, celebrating the true story of LGBTQ+ support for miners.
The adaptation emphasizes themes of community, creativity, and the importance of storytelling.
Industry figures express excitement and ownership over the project's development.
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Oscar Wilde's life reimagined in dystopian musical

Oscar at the Crown combines musical and rave elements, celebrating themes of rebellion in a post-apocalyptic nightclub setting.
SF LGBT
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

This beloved queer film is getting a musical stage adaptation

The National Theatre will adapt the film 'Pride' into a musical, celebrating the true story of LGBTQ+ support for miners.
The adaptation emphasizes themes of community, creativity, and the importance of storytelling.
Industry figures express excitement and ownership over the project's development.
#broadway
NYC music
fromVulture
1 month ago

The 2025 Tony Nominations

The Tony Awards celebrate a record-breaking season of 42 new productions on Broadway, featuring significant nominations across multiple categories.
NYC music
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'Just in Time' review: Jonathan Groff parties like it's 1965 in stellar Bobby Darin musical

'Just in Time' is a vibrant celebration of Bobby Darin's life, combining nostalgia with innovation in theater.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

The 2025 Tony Award nominations have just been announced

The 2025 Tony Awards nominations celebrate outstanding Broadway productions from the 2023-24 season, with top musicals receiving multiple nominations.
NYC music
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

How much are tickets to see Keanu Reeves in 'Waiting for Godot' on Broadway?

Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter reunite on stage for Broadway's 'Waiting for Godot,' marking Reeves' Broadway debut.
Relationships
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Jean Smart and John Krasinski Go It Alone, on Broadway and Off

New York theatre features A-list stars telling stories that confront misogyny, with notable performances from Jean Smart and John Krasinski.
NYC music
fromObserver
1 month ago

'Just in Time' Review: Jonathan Groff Ignites Broadway in a Dazzling Tribute to Bobby Darin

The new musical 'Just in Time' showcases Jonathan Groff's dynamic performance as Bobby Darin, blending talent, athleticism, and innovative staging.
NYC music
fromVulture
1 month ago

The 2025 Tony Nominations

The Tony Awards celebrate a record-breaking season of 42 new productions on Broadway, featuring significant nominations across multiple categories.
NYC music
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'Just in Time' review: Jonathan Groff parties like it's 1965 in stellar Bobby Darin musical

'Just in Time' is a vibrant celebration of Bobby Darin's life, combining nostalgia with innovation in theater.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

The 2025 Tony Award nominations have just been announced

The 2025 Tony Awards nominations celebrate outstanding Broadway productions from the 2023-24 season, with top musicals receiving multiple nominations.
NYC music
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

How much are tickets to see Keanu Reeves in 'Waiting for Godot' on Broadway?

Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter reunite on stage for Broadway's 'Waiting for Godot,' marking Reeves' Broadway debut.
Relationships
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Jean Smart and John Krasinski Go It Alone, on Broadway and Off

New York theatre features A-list stars telling stories that confront misogyny, with notable performances from Jean Smart and John Krasinski.
NYC music
fromObserver
1 month ago

'Just in Time' Review: Jonathan Groff Ignites Broadway in a Dazzling Tribute to Bobby Darin

The new musical 'Just in Time' showcases Jonathan Groff's dynamic performance as Bobby Darin, blending talent, athleticism, and innovative staging.
Board games
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Rex Ryan's one-man play 'The Monk': An intriguing show but aspects could be whipped into better shape

'The Monk' is an impressive exploration of Gerard Hutch's mind despite some rough edges.
#travel
#musical
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

From Hadestown to Hercules: ancient myths are the gods' gift to musicals

Mythological musicals, like Disney's Hercules and Hadestown, reflect the resurgence of ancient Greek narratives in modern theatrical forms.
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'We'll do Paddington proud' - Tom Fletcher reveals details of musical

Tom Fletcher expresses excitement about his role in the new Paddington stage musical.
The musical aims to bring warmth and fun of Paddington's story to the stage.
Fletcher considers his music for the show to be among his best work.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

From Hadestown to Hercules: ancient myths are the gods' gift to musicals

Mythological musicals, like Disney's Hercules and Hadestown, reflect the resurgence of ancient Greek narratives in modern theatrical forms.
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'We'll do Paddington proud' - Tom Fletcher reveals details of musical

Tom Fletcher expresses excitement about his role in the new Paddington stage musical.
The musical aims to bring warmth and fun of Paddington's story to the stage.
Fletcher considers his music for the show to be among his best work.
#acting
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Renovation

My favourite room: Meet the acting couple who brought a new lease of life (plus theatre sets and quality coffee!) to a country cottage

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Renovation

My favourite room: Meet the acting couple who brought a new lease of life (plus theatre sets and quality coffee!) to a country cottage

#festival
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 day ago
London food

Full line-up for Greenwich and Docklands International Festival with high-wire acts

The Greenwich + Docklands International Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary with a diverse program exploring art in unexpected urban settings.
fromLondon On The Inside
1 year ago
London food

Watch an 8-Hour Performance on Top of a 2.5-Tonne Block of Suspended Ice at Greenwich + Docklands Fest

The Greenwich + Docklands International Festival 2024 showcases innovative performances with a theme of change and activism, highlighting immersive art experiences.
London food
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 day ago

Full line-up for Greenwich and Docklands International Festival with high-wire acts

The Greenwich + Docklands International Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary with a diverse program exploring art in unexpected urban settings.
#mystery
fromFuncheap
1 month ago
San Francisco

$5 Off Tix: Tony Award-Winning "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" at SF Playhouse (May 1-June 21)

fromFuncheap
1 month ago
San Francisco

$5 Off Tix: Tony Award-Winning "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" at SF Playhouse (May 1-June 21)

fromTime Out London
3 days ago

Kids and teens go free to the theatre all summer as London Kids Week booking opens for 2025

The Kids Week initiative allows under-18s to attend major West End shows for free with a paying adult, fostering family engagement in theatre.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

A gift of a role for a mother': Game of Thrones star Natalie Dormer on playing Tolstoy's tortured Anna Karenina

Dormer emphasizes how the delay in playing Anna Karenina allowed her to grow as a person and mother, enriching her performance and understanding of the character.
Women in technology
#handel
fromwww.london-unattached.com
5 days ago
Berlin music

Saul Handel Barry Kosky at Glyndebourne

Barry Kosky's 'Saul' offers a vibrant and imaginative reimagining of Handel's oratorio, proving that Baroque can be an exciting theatrical experience.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
London music

Saul review probing, dark and engrossing staging of Handel's oratorio

Kosky's revival of Handel's Saul showcases original artistry and depth while exploring themes of power and mental decline.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Saul review probing, dark and engrossing staging of Handel's oratorio

Kosky's revival of Handel's Saul showcases original artistry and depth while exploring themes of power and mental decline.
#music
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

None of this should have worked': David Adjmi on how Led Zeppelin sparked Broadway smash Stereophonic

A grant led to inspiration for a new play, despite initially wanting to quit playwriting altogether.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

They wanna be with you everywhere: why Fleetwood Mac are still totally ubiquitous

Fleetwood Mac's musical influence is more relevant now than ever, as seen in new productions and popular music.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

None of this should have worked': David Adjmi on how Led Zeppelin sparked Broadway smash Stereophonic

A grant led to inspiration for a new play, despite initially wanting to quit playwriting altogether.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

They wanna be with you everywhere: why Fleetwood Mac are still totally ubiquitous

Fleetwood Mac's musical influence is more relevant now than ever, as seen in new productions and popular music.
#comedy
London music
fromLondon Unattached
3 weeks ago

Romeo and Juliet - Shakespeare's Globe - Review

Shakespeare's Globe's 'Romeo and Juliet' offers a fresh Wild West twist, emphasizing comedy and youthful performances over tragedy.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Podcast

My Money: 'My worst-ever job was playing Bob the Builder at a corporate event - and being kicked by a kid'

London music
fromLondon Unattached
3 weeks ago

Romeo and Juliet - Shakespeare's Globe - Review

Shakespeare's Globe's 'Romeo and Juliet' offers a fresh Wild West twist, emphasizing comedy and youthful performances over tragedy.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Podcast

My Money: 'My worst-ever job was playing Bob the Builder at a corporate event - and being kicked by a kid'

#venice-biennale
#cultural-commentary
from48 hills
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Drama Masks: Aurora Theatre suspends season-after putting on a hell of a show - 48 hills

from48 hills
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Drama Masks: Aurora Theatre suspends season-after putting on a hell of a show - 48 hills

#olly-alexander
fromTime Out London
1 week ago
London politics

Ncuti Gatwa regenerates into Olly Alexander as the 'The Importance of Being Earnest' transfers to London's West End

fromTime Out London
1 week ago
London politics

Ncuti Gatwa regenerates into Olly Alexander as the 'The Importance of Being Earnest' transfers to London's West End

#cultural-events
fromPlaybill
1 week ago

NYC Is Getting a Site-Specific, Non-Union Revival of A Chorus Line

A Chorus Line is the ultimate look into the sacrifices that dancers make in pursuit of their dreams. In celebration of the musical's 50th anniversary, I want audiences to experience A Chorus Line from the inside out by subverting the traditional staging.
NYC music
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Sarah Ruhl's Guides in Life and Art

"Illness damages our aesthetic sense of our lives, and that is a source of suffering as much as any physical pain."
Writing
fromLondon On The Inside
1 year ago

The Best Things to Do in London in July

This summer, London is bustling with events, from theatre shows and art exhibitions to sports like the conclusion of Euro 2024 and Wimbledon.
London food
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 week ago

Little Women at Richmond Theatre celebrates sisterhood, ambition, resilience and hope

The production captures the spirit of sisterhood, ambition, and identity in a moving theatrical experience, with strong performances and simple yet effective staging.
Women
London music
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 week ago

Sit-com legend returns to Hampstead Theatre in play written for her 30 years ago

Olivia Williams returns to the stage in a revival of Tom Stoppard's Indian Ink, portraying Mrs Swan, 30 years after her previous role.
#west-end
#entertainment
#adaptation
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago
London politics

A hit stage adaptation of John Le Carre's classic 'The Spy Who Came In from the Cold' is heading to London's West End

fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago
London politics

A hit stage adaptation of John Le Carre's classic 'The Spy Who Came In from the Cold' is heading to London's West End

Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

I was on the top of the world. Then I couldn't walk': go-to choreographer Coral Messam

Coral Messam's experience with a stroke has been profoundly transformative, challenging her identity as a movement director.
fromKqed
1 month ago

10 of the Best Plays and Musicals in the Bay Area This Summer | KQED

The incomparable Sasha Velour, drag queen of 1,000 rose petals and winner of Season 9 of RuPaul's Drag Race, comes back to her former hometown at Berkeley Rep with a revival of The Big Reveal Live Show.
SF LGBT
Graphic design
fromCreative Bloq
3 weeks ago

These fan made Wicked: For Good posters are better than the original

The new poster for Wicked: For Good received negative feedback, prompting fans to create better fan-made designs.
fromwww.london-unattached.com
1 month ago

The Deep Blue Sea Theatre Royal Haymarket

Hester Collyer, played by Tamsin Greig, lies under a woollen blanket in the opening of The Deep Blue Sea, reflecting on her struggles with love and society.
London music
#cultural-impact
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Another Small Bay Area Theater Group, Berkeley's Aurora Theatre Co., Cancels Its Season

fromsfist.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Another Small Bay Area Theater Group, Berkeley's Aurora Theatre Co., Cancels Its Season

London politics
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

The Young Vic has announced its first season under new artistic director Nadia Fall

The Young Vic's inaugural season under Nadia Fall includes notable classic plays and UK premieres with an emphasis on strong directorial vision.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Oedipus at Colonus/Electra review a double shot of Sophocles in Sicily

"Giuseppe Sartori strikingly shows us a man who steadily grows stronger not weaker in the face of death, demonstrating resilience amid his approaching end."
Arts
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Berkeley Rep's the aves' provides a groundbreaking theatrical escape

"The aves, through June 8, offers an immersive experience that explores age, memory, and the human experience, all while providing an escape from everyday chaos."
Arts
London music
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

Cynthia Erivo will returns to the West End to play 26 roles in a one-woman 'Dracula'

Cynthia Erivo returns to the stage in a one-woman adaptation of Dracula, showcasing her versatility in 26 roles and drawing from classic horror.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Danny Dyer says death of beloved mentor sent him into spiral of madness'

Dyer felt so bad about letting him (Pinter) down but said the playwright put his arm around him and made him feel better about it.
London politics
fromwww.eppingforestguardian.co.uk
1 month ago

Harlow theatre company to perform original play to celebrate town garden

Razed Roof, a resident company at Harlow Playhouse, will present Unfolding: a Magical Garden, created to celebrate the Gibberd Garden.
London music
fromLondon Unattached
1 month ago

Parlour Song - Greenwich Theatre - Review

"Ned, a successful demolition expert, feels his life collapsing while navigating complexities within his marriage and the absurdity of modern living on a site's past. He reflects, 'everything has its time,' indicating the transience of both life and structures."
London music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Radiohead's Hail to the Thief Brilliantly Recontextualized by New Staging of Hamlet: Review

The production of Hamlet interweaves music and mood rather than traditional narrative, creating a haunting and immersive theatrical experience.
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

Alicia Vikander will make her theatre debut in London opposite Andrew Lincoln in 'The Lady from the Sea'

Simon Stone’s adaptation promises to breathe new life into Ibsen’s classic by exploring modern themes of love and identity amidst a stellar cast.
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Search begins for new operator to run arts venue

"That is why we are launching an open process to find the right operator — one that shares our aims, will deliver a broad and ambitious programme, and demonstrates it can be financially sustainable."
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Helena Bell obituary

Helena Bell believed that all theatre should be political, dedicating her life to unearthing stories from silenced writers, regardless of class, race, gender or sexuality.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Blind date: Good table manners? Do Americans have them?'

What did you talk about? Theatre (I hope I gave him tips on staging his play next year). The excellence of British theatre and TV.
London food
NYC music
fromQNS
1 month ago

Rockaway Theatre Company to debut world premiere of new dark comedy 'The Value' - QNS

The Rockaway Theatre Company will premiere a dark comedy titled 'The Value' by Nicholas Dunn, exploring themes of crime and morality.
fromwww.islingtongazette.co.uk
1 month ago

Schoolgirl Lucy Kramer reworks Shakespeare to win monologue contest

Lucy Kramer, a nine-year-old, has creatively revived Shakespeare's Rosaline, captivating judges with her original portrayal in a national monologue competition, showcasing empowerment.
London politics
#soho-theatre
Film
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Chris O'Dowd is a man in crisis in dysfunctional Irish family drama

The play explores longing, discontent, and the intersections of magic and reality in pre-Celtic Tiger Ireland.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Shanghai Dolls: Vivid staging can't save a play that feels like homework

While the fluid set design captures the historical events, much of the performance feels overly academic, lacking emotional engagement with the characters' personal struggles.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Touching the soul is all that matters!' The outrageous genius of Barrie Kosky and his Wagner phantasmagoria

Barrie Kosky sees all forms of art as interconnected and believes the emotional impact is what truly matters in performance.
Berlin music
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