Month: April 2016

FIRST LOOK: Eva Noblezada as Eponine in Les Miserables

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Book Now to see Eva Noblezada as Eponine in Les Miserables.

BritishTheatre.com is pleased to bring you this first look photograph of Eva Noblezada as Eponine. Eva opened in Les Miserables last night (4 April). Eva Noblezada wowed audiences as ‘Kim’ in Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical “Miss Saigon”, having made her professional stage debut in the role when the musical opened in 2014 at the Prince Edward Theatre. Eva will perform the role of ‘Kim’ when the show opens on Broadway in 2017. BOOK NOW FOR LES MISERABLES

Lawrence After Arabia at Hampstead Theatre

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Book Now for Lawrence After Arabia at Hampstead Theatre

Hampstead Theatre will present Lawrence After Arabia from 28 April – 4 June 2016. Commissioned to mark the centenary of the Arab revolt, this new play by Howard Brenton will be directed by John Dove. August, 1922. The most famous man in England has vanished without a trace: T.E. Lawrence has completely disappeared. But in the idyllic calm of the village of Ayot St Lawrence, on the top floor of the home of Mr and Mrs Bernard Shaw, the ‘uncrowned King of Arabia’ is hiding – with slabs of homemade carrot cake for comfort. Wearied by his romanticised persona and worldwide fame, disgusted with his country and himself, Lawrence is craving normality. But when you’re a brilliant archaeologist, scholar, linguist, writer and diplomat – as well as a legendary desert warrior – how can you ever be normal? And beyond the Shaws’ garden wall, nobody cares how he feels: England … Read more

1984 Returns To the Playhouse Theatre

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1984 by George Orwell at the Playhouse Theatre

1984 returns to the Playhouse Theatre following its hugely successful international tour for a limited 12 week season from 14th June 2016. April, 1984.13:00. Comrade 6079, Winston Smith, thinks a thought, starts a diary and falls in love. But Big Brother is always watching. The definitive book of the 20th century is re-examined in a radical, award-winning adaptation exploring surveillance, identity and why Orwell’s vision of the future is as relevant now as ever. Now seen by over a quarter of a million people, this Headlong, Nottingham Playhouse and Almeida Theatre production premiered at Nottingham Playhouse in September 2013. Since opening, 1984 has played to packed houses at the Almeida Theatre, as well as throughout its two West End runs and in performances across the globe during national and international tours. BOOK NOW FOR 1984

OPENING NIGHT: Sunset Boulevard

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Andrew Lloyd Webber's Sunset Boulevard with Glenn Close

BritishTheatre.com is pleased to bring you these great images of the Opening Night of Sunset Boulevard at the London Coliseum. This semi-staged production stars the incomparable Glenn Close, Michael Xavier, Siobhan Dillon and Fred Johnason together with the 48 piece ENO Orchestra.

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The 2016 Olivier Awards – The Results

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Olivier Awards 2016

Last night’s Olivier Awards ceremony saw many wonderful productions and performances recognised. We are pleased to bring you the list of winners from this years Olivier Awards OLIVIER AWARDS 2016 WITH MASTERCARD WINNERS Best Revival Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom at National Theatre, Lyttelton Best Entertainment and Family Showstopper! The Improvised Musical at Apollo Theatre Best Costume Design Gregg Barnes for Kinky Boots at Adelphi Theatre Blue-i Theatre Technology Award for Best Set Design Anna Fleischle for Hangmen at Jerwood Theatre Downstairs at the Royal Court Theatre and Wyndham’s Theatre White Light Award For Best Lighting Design Mark Henderson for Gypsy at Savoy Theatre Best Sound Design Tom Gibbons for People, Places And Things at National Theatre, Dorfman Best New Opera Production Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci at Royal Opera House Outstanding Achievement in Opera English National Opera Chorus and Orchestra for The Force Of Destiny, Lady Macbeth Of Mtsensk and The Queen Of … Read more

REVIEW: Bug, Found 111 Theatre ✭✭✭✭✭

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James Norton in Bug at Found111 Theatre

Simon Evans’ production of Bug is a visceral and immersive piece, which lives up to Tracey Letts’ excellent script. Kate Fleetwood and James Norton deliver deeply moving performances, complimented by a strong supporting cast and sublime set, lighting and sound design. It is a brilliantly judged production, which will set your pulse racing, and linger long in the memory.

The Olivier Awards 2016 – What To Expect

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Olivier Awards 2016

CLICK HERE FOR THE WINNERS OF THE 2016 OLIVIER AWARDS We’ve put together a guide for theatre fans to give you an idea of what to expect at this years Olivier Awards which are being held tomorrow. WHERE ARE THE OLIVIER AWARDS BEING HELD? The Olivier Awards are being held at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden. Stars will start to walk the red carpet at 16.45 leading up to the 6.30pm ceremony. WHO IS PRESENTING AT THE OLIVIER AWARDS? The event will be hosted by two-time Olivier-Award winner Michael Ball will guest presenters including Uzo Aduba, Zawe Ashton, Shirley Bassey, Matthew Bourne, Rob Brydon, Stephen Campbell Moore, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter, Adam Cooper, Paul Copley, Noma Dumezweni, Alfred Enoch, Luke Evans, David Gandy, Kit Harington, Emma Hatton, Lenny Henry, Eddie Izzard, Rory Kinnear, Beverley Knight, Lesley Manville, Julia McKenzie, James Norton, Vanessa Redgrave, Amber Riley, Juliet Stevenson, Savannah … Read more