Month: April 2016

UK Premiere of An American In Paris Coming To The Dominion Theatre

Dance, News, West End
Book now for An American In Paris at the Dominion Theatre

It was announced today that Christopher Wheeldon’s multi award-winning new Broadway musical An American In Paris will open at London’s Dominion Theatre in March 2017. An American In Paris is inspired by the Oscar Winning film of the same name with timeless music and lyrics of George and Ira Gershwin. Jerry Mulligan is an American GI striving to make it as a painter in a city suddenly bursting with hope and possibility. Following a chance encounter with a beautiful young dancer named Lise, the streets of Paris become the backdrop to a sensuous, modern romance of art, friendship and love in the aftermath of war… Following their success on Broadway, Robert Fairchild (a New York City Ballet Principal dancer) will play Jerry Mulligan and British Royal Ballet dancer Leanne Cope will play Lise Dassin. These acclaimed, award-winning stars, who will be making their West End debuts, will lead a company … Read more

REVIEW: Ann Hampton Callaway, Crazy Coqs ✭✭✭✭✭

Cabaret, Reviews
Book now for Ann Hampton Callaway at Crazy Coqs

Feminine Persuasion – Anne Hampton Callaway in Cabaret Crazy Coqs 20 April 2016 5 Stars American singer-songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway is back for a week at Crazy Coqs, this time with a show celebrating women songwriters. It’s the first part of an epic season of cabaret artists performing as part of the London Festival of Cabaret.  It’s an evening with a heady blend of standards that takes in everyone from Peggy Lee to Adele. Some of you will have seen Ann before, either solo or during one of her seasons with her sister Liz, and know what to expect. For those who haven’t, an audience with Ann Hampton Callaway is something extraordinary. She remains one of the finest interpreters of some of the greatest writing talents around, and last night she surprisingly added Adele to that list with a stunning take on Someone Like You. Ann’s set included Joni Mitchell’s … Read more

Parliamentary Drama This House Comes To The Garrick

News, West End
Book now for This House at London's Garrick Theatre

This House, the critically acclaimed political drama will transfer to the Garrick Theatre in London in November 2016. This House will open soon at the Chichester Festival, having played two sell-out seasons at the National Theatre. 1974. The UK faces economic crisis and a hung parliament. In a culture hostile to cooperation, it’s a period when votes are won or lost by one, when there are fist fights in the bars and when sick MPs are carried through the lobby to register their vote. It’s a time when a staggering number of politicians die, and the building creaks under idiosyncrasies and arcane traditions. Set in the engine rooms of Westminster, James Graham’s This House strips politics down to the practical realities of those behind the scenes: the whips who roll up their sleeves and on occasion bend the rules to shepherd and coerce a diverse chorus of MPs within the … Read more

REVIEW: Funny Girl, Savoy Theatre ✭✭✭✭✭

Reviews, West End
Book now for Funny Girl at the Savoy Theatre

Funny Girl Savoy Theatre 19 April 2016 5 Stars Book Tickets | More Info Following a sell-out season at the Menier Chocolate Factory, Funny Girl has now opened at London’s Savoy Theatre. Funny Girl is the musical biography of the early life and initial success of Ziegfield star Fanny Brice. The musical with music by Jule Styne and lyrics by Bob Merrill, has a book by Isobel Lennart, which has been revised for this production by Harvey Fierstein. This is the first time that Funny Girl has been presented in London since 1966. A long enough gap that all but a few remember the original production and many remember the film as something they saw quite a while ago, giving them fresh eyes when it comes to the revival of this classic. It is to the enormous credit of the production team, that they have chosen to create an entirely … Read more

Special Offer – Best Of British Pop at the London Cabaret Club

Cabaret, News, West End
Book Now For ~The Best Of British Pop at the London Cabaret Club

After almost three years of sold out pop up shows around the UK’s capital, the beloved London Cabaret Club are thrilled to announce their grand launch on Friday 22nd April. Taking place in their new and permanent residence, the iconic Bloomsbury Ballroom, they promise to deliver a thrilling night of entertainment. This glamorous grand launch will unveil the London Cabaret Club’s new series of shows, taking place every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Get ready to proudly wave the Union Jack all night long as The London Cabaret Club pumps up the volume showcasing London’s most exciting new show, ‘The Best of British Pop’. Packed with beloved hits, impressive staging, mesmerising dancers and themed costumes, the show is a celebration of British pop throughout the decades. The night kicks off with recollections and memories from the freedom days of the 60’s and 70’s to London’s punk movement in the 80’s, Britpop’s glory … Read more

Victoria Wood Dies Aged 62

News
Victoria Wood Dies Aged 62

BritishTheatre.com is saddened this afternoon to hear of the passing of British comedy and musical legend Victoria Wood. Her publicist announced that Victoria had passed away after a short battle with cancer. A comedian, actress, singer, songwriter, director and screenwriter, Wood made an enormous mark on the entertainment scene with shows like New Faces, Victoria Wood – As Seen On TV, Dinnerladies, and Housewife 49. We’ll publish more as it comes to hand. In the meantime we’d like to remember the wonderful Victoria Wood.

Lotty’s War UK Tour

News, Touring
Lotty's War UK Tour

A mesmerizing story of passion, courage and sacrifice, Lotty’s War is a thriller set in WWII enemy occupied Channel Islands. Based on a true story this critically acclaimed play is ‘a must see show!’ Lotty’s War Stars Ian Reddington (Robin Hood, EastEnders, RSC), Victoria Emslie (Downton Abbey, Theory Of Everything) and Mat Ruttle (War Horse, The Railway Children). With the last boat to England gone, Lotty is housed in close quarters with the enemy. As loyalties waver amidst the temptations of forbidden love and the politics of war, does Lotty dare to tread a passionate and dangerous path to save a friend? Written by island born Giuliano Crispini, Lotty’s War premiered in Guernsey in 2008 at the Princess Centre of Performing Arts to great critical acclaim before its first National tour 2014. Due to popular demand Lotty’s War returns this Spring.  LOTTY”S WAR UK TOUR 23 April 2016 Fairfield Theatres … Read more