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New Psychological Thriller Based on Stoker’s Dracula Comes To Theatre N16

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Lunatic at TheatreN16

This Holloween, TheatreN16 will play host to Riot Act’s nü-gothic play, Lunatic, a new take on Dracula by Artistic Director Whit Hertford. Lunatic, examines the roots of psychotherapy through the secluded sessions between R M Renfield and alienist Dr John Seward of Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Lunatic is a contemporary thriller and genre-redefining companion piece to the classic Victorian tale which explores the relevant veins of morality, sanity and fear of the unknown. POs-show, the 1931 version of Dracula starring Bela Lugosi by Tod Browning will be screened. Lunatic is directed and written by Riot Act Artistic Director Whit Hertford. Lunatic runs at TheatreN16 from 30 – 31 October 2016. BOOK TICKETS FOR LUNATIC

Shakespeare Wants To Rest In Peace – So Go Away!

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Undead Bard at TheatreN16

Shakespeare has a problem, he’s dead, and that’s fine, but when are we going to stop using him to enable our culture. Come on, it’s been four hundred years already and he’s ready to present a case to be left alone. The award-winning writer and performer Robert Crighton, explores the ongoing Shakespeare boom in the play Undead Bard, an unholy smorgasbord of play, comedy, and music, pulling apart Shakespeare, Bardolatry, and the modern world, for your pleasure. Robert Crighton is a multi-award winning playwright and performer, specialising in stories and monologues. A frequent flyer in the world of fringe theatre until about five years ago, Robert returns with his latest explorations of the world of Bardolatry. Robert graduated from Middlesex University in 2003 with a degree in Performing Arts: Drama which he occasionally uses to bolster his self-esteem. On leaving he immediately set up a residency with his occasional theatre … Read more

Babe The Sheep Pig UK Tour

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Babe The Sheep Pig UK Tour

Babe, The Sheep Pig returns this Christmas to the Polka Theatre, before undertaking a major UK Tour starting at the West Yorkshire Playhouse in February 2017. Adapted from Dick King-Smith’s beloved children’s novel which inspired the Oscar-winning 1995 film, Babe is a heart-warming tale of friendship, bravery and adventure. When Babe arrives at Hogget’s Farm he is taken in by the trusty sheepdog Fly, and soon discovers a talent for herding. With the help of his adopted Mum, the polite piglet soon wins over the most suspicious of sheep. But can a small pig make it in a dog’s world, and when his farmyard friends are in trouble can Babe save the day? Olivier Award-winning playwright David Wood OBE has adapted Babe, The Sheep-Pig for the stage. David’s adaptations of Goodnight Mister Tom, James and the Giant Peach, The BFG and The Tiger Who Came To Tea, have delighted families … Read more

Happy 10th Birthday Wicked London

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Book now for Wicked London as the show celebrates its 10th Birthday

It’s time for celebrations as Wicked celebrates its 10th Birthday at London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre tonight. The musical which chronicles the untold story of the Witches Of Oz, Glinda the Good and Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, has delighted audiences since it opened. As Wicked turns 10 here are a few great factoids you may not be aware of:- Wicked is now the 8th longest running show playing in the West End; On November 12 at 2.30pm, Wicked becomes the 18th longest running show in West End History as it surpasses the original run of Miss Saigon; Wicked is one of only three Broadway transfers to run for longer than 10 years in the West End, the others being The Lion King and Chicago; Wicked was the first show in West End history to gross over £1,000,000 per week, a task it has subsequently repeated many times; Wicked … Read more

Andre Rieu UK Tour Tickets

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Andre Rieu Uk Tour

Andre Rieu returns to the UK and his concerts are sure to have audiences dancing in the aisles. Andre Rieu is called the King of the Waltz and his sell-out concerts have been acclaimed the world over. The Dutch violinist and his Johann Strauss Orchestra will return to the UK later this year for a limited series of concerts.This wonderful 50 piece orchestra will dazzle you and delight your ears. Don’t miss out – Book tour tickets for Andre Rieu. ANDRE RIEU UK TOUR Thursday 8 December 2016 3Arena, Dublin Friday 9 December 2016 SSE Arena Belfast Monday 19 December 2016 SSE Arena Wembley Tuesday 20 December 2016 SSE Arena Wembley Friday 23 December 2016 SSE Hydro Glasgow BOOK TICKETS FOR ANDRE RIEU

Seventh Annual West End Bares – A Knight Like No Other

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West End Bares

Last night, a host of West End performers took to the stage at London’s Novello Theatre for the 7th Annual West End Bares. Hosted by Graham Norton, Samantha Bond, David Bedella and Michelle Visage, the evening called Excalibare raised money for the MAD Trust – a UK-based charity with a vision of a world free from HIV and AIDS. We hope you enjoy these great images from the night. FIND OUT ABOUT THE MAD TRUST Photos: Richard Davenport

Top 100 Greatest Musicals Results: 80 – 71

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Top 100 Musicals of All Time Poll Results

Welcome to our second instalment of votes from our Top 100 Greatest Musicals of all time poll. There are a few new entries and some bona fide classics in this part of the list. Congratulations to all those who are listed in our roll call of truly great musicals. Did your favourites make the Top 100? Don’t forget to let us know your thoughts in the Comments section below. 80. Miss Nightingale https://youtu.be/qtP1EMFUqJM One of the great things that happen when you open a vote like this to the public is that you find out about a musical like Miss Nightingale. Written by composer Matthew Bugg, and has toured the UK receiving critical acclaim and raves from audiences. Feisty singer Maggie and her songwriter, George, are struggling to find their big break. She longs for stardom and the high life. He’s hiding a dark secret in the shadows. Everything changes … Read more

Imelda Staunton To Star In Albee’s Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf?

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Imelda Staunton to appear in Gypsy at The Savoy Theatre

Sonia Friedman will produce a new production of Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? starring Imelda Staunton and Conleth Hill at the Harold Pinter Theatre for a limited 13 week season. In the early hours of the morning on the campus of an American college, Martha, much to her husband George’s displeasure, has invited the new professor Nick and his wife Honey to their home for some after-party drinks. As the alcohol flows and dawn approaches, the young couple are drawn into George and Martha’s toxic games until the evening reaches its climax in a moment of devastating truth-telling. Imelda Staunton returns to the West End stage following her Olivier Award-winning performance as Mama Rose in Gypsy, she has been nominated for eleven Oliviers, winning four. Conleth Hill is currently best known for his role as Lord Varys in HBO’s Game Of Thrones. Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? will … Read more