After sold-out concert readings, national festival recognition and growing industry attention, Emily Simonian’s original musical When Two of Us Meet has sold out its first staged presentation at PenArts Theatre in Pensacola, Florida from 23-26 July 2026.
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Something Rotten! – Opera House, Manchester – An appreciation
Something Rotten! continues at the Opera House, Manchester until 19 July 2026. It really is excellent, more than worthy of a five-star appreciation.
Sweeney Todd – Birmingham Repertory Theatre
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street continues at Birmingham Repertory Theatre until 15 August 2026. Star rating: five stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The Birmingham Rep production shines like the blades of the man himself.
9 to 5 The Musical – New Theatre, Peterborough and Touring
9 to 5 – The Musical was reviewed at the New Theatre, Peterborough. The tour continues until 13 September 2026. Star rating: three stars ★ ★ ★ There is undeniable pleasure in spending an evening with these characters, helped enormously by an accomplished cast.
The Jonathan Larson Project – Southwark Playhouse Borough
The Jonathan Larson Project continues at Southwark Playhouse Borough, London until 22 August 2026. Star rating: four stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ✩ The musical Rent has become a perennial hit since its debut in the mid-1990s, with a new West End revival due to open in September. The show’s success is partly due to […]
Heathers The Musical – The Arts at Marble Arch
Heathers The Musical continues at The Arts at Marble Arch, London until 22 August 2026. The show then tours until 1 May 2027. Star rating: five stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Heathers has returned to London and is sure to continue receiving standing ovations throughout the summer.
Fun Home – Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Fun Home continues at the Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester until 1 August 2026. Star rating: five stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The UK regional premiere production of Fun Home has opened at Manchester’s Royal Exchange, and it is hard to imagine a better place (or time) for it to receive this much anticipated revival.
Shanay Holmes in Concert – Cadogan Hall
Shanay Holmes in Concert at Cadogan Hall, London. Star rating: four stars ★ ★ ★ ★ Fresh from her award-winning West End run as Nancy in Oliver!, Shanay Holmes performed her first-ever solo concert at Cadogan Hall in London.
Regional news round-up – Fame, Back to the Future, Waitress, Little Shop of Horrors and more
Angela Thomas rounds up all the latest news in regional and touring theatre in the UK and Ireland.
Daniel Krikler to lead cast of The Pianist world premiere
Daniel Krikler will take on the central role in the world premiere of the musical adaptation of Wladyslaw Szpilman’s memoir The Pianist at London’s Park Theatre this autumn.
Cast for Edinburgh debut of new musical BLISS
The full cast has been confirmed for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut of new musical Bliss.
London debut for Hamlet Hail to the Thief
Following sold-out runs at the Royal Shakespeare Company and Aviva Studios (home of Factory International), Hamlet Hail to the Thief will receive its London premiere at the Barbican Theatre later this year.
Cast for Barbican’s Death Note: The Musical
The full cast has been unveiled for the world premiere run of the new production of Manga musical Death Note: The Musical at London’s Barbican Theatre this summer.
The Sound of Music – Grand Theatre, Leeds
The Sound of Music continues at the Grand Theatre, Leeds until 1 August 2026. Star rating: four stars ★ ★ ★ ★ Nikolai Foster keeps the story moving briskly along while allowing the 20-odd songs sufficient breathing space.
Lead cast confirmed for new West End production of RENT
Principal casting has been confirmed for the upcoming West End run of Jonathan Larson’s rock musical RENT.
Jesus Christ Superstar – London Palladium
Jesus Christ Superstar continues at the London Palladium until 5 September 2026, before transferring to the Theatre Royal Drury Lane from 16 October 2026 to 9 January 2027. Star rating: five stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Anything Goes – Kilworth House Theatre
Anything Goes continues at Kilworth House Theatre, Leicestershire until 2 August 2026. Star rating: four stars ★ ★ ★ ★ Anything Goes is frivolous, fun and guaranteed fabulously joyful entertainment.
Into The Woods – initial cast announced
Initial casting has been confirmed for the West End transfer of Jordan Fein’s multi-award-winning production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s magical musical Into the Woods.
Cast for world premiere of Here Comes J Edgar!
The full cast has been confirmed for the upcoming world premiere of comedy musical Here Comes J Edgar!
New look Martin Guerre to debut at The Old Vic
A major new production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Martin Guerre will be part of Matthew Warchus’ final season as artistic director of The Old Vic.
New Jesus Christ Superstar will tour the UK in 2027
The Sam Ryder-led new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Jesus Christ Superstar will follow its two London seasons by embarking on a major UK tour early next year.
Hairspray to tour UK and Ireland in 2027/2028
The hit Brenda Edwards and Paul Kerryson-directed production of Hairspray will embark on its second major UK and Ireland tour in 2027.
Royal Academy of Music – Chess
Chess at Susie Sainsbury Theatre, London was performed by students from the Royal Academy of Music. Rating: four stars ★ ★ ★ ★ There are no weak links in this fine cast.
Interview: The Summer Knows – Melissa Errico at Ronnie Scott’s
Melissa Errico will make her Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club debut on Sunday 12 July at 12pm with The Summer Knows, a celebration of the music of legendary composer Michel Legrand.
Five Questions With: Bradley Gibson
Broadway’s Bradley Gibson is leading the company of Disney Theatrical Group’s hit UK premiere production of Disney’s Hercules as the popular musical completes its run at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
Cast for Burlesque The Musical UK tour
Faye Brookes will step into the pivotal role of Tess Richards when the hit stage adaptation of the 2010 movie Burlesque embarks on its first UK tour next month.
UK premiere of Jane Eyre musical – the full cast
The full cast has been unveiled for the UK premiere of a new musical inspired by Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre at London’s Southwark Playhouse Elephant.
London concert return for Darren Criss
Multi-award-winning American star Darren Criss’ London encore concert will now play an extra show at the Royal Albert Hall after the 7pm performance sold out.
Phantom’s 40th birthday cast announced
Cameron Mackintosh has unveiled the international cast assembled to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the London production of The Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty’s Theatre.
Cast for world premiere of Thelma & Louise musical
Amy Lennox and Rachel Tucker will take on the title roles in the world premiere of the musical based on Ridley Scott’s 1991 road movie Thelma & Louise at the Young Vic.
Arthur – Polka Theatre
Arthur continues at the Polka Theatre, London until 9 August 2026. Star rating: four stars ★ ★ ★ ★ At its heart Arthur is a quest story, obviously. It’s also a warm exploration of friendship, support and determination featuring five accomplished actors.
Summer Holiday the Musical – Crucible Theatre, Sheffield
Summer Holiday the Musical was reviewed at the Crucible Theatre, Sheffield where it continues until 18 July 2026. The production then transfers the Grand Theatre, Blackpool from 29 July to 8 August 2026. Star rating: three stars ★ ★ ★
Rapunzel – Half Moon Theatre and Touring
Rapunzel was reviewed at the Half Moon Theatre, London. The tour continues until 30 August 2026. Star rating: 3.5 stars This feisty, feminist show for young children from Wrongsemble, written and directed by Elvi Piper, is Rapunzel as you’ve never seen it before.
Evangeline – The Glitch
Evangeline was reviewed at The Glitch, London. Star rating: three stars ★ ★ ★ The musical would feel much stronger with some editorial judgement that could focus the storytelling and performance more solidly.
Brassed Off – Leeds Playhouse
Brassed Off continues at the Quarry Theatre, Leeds Playhouse until 11 July 2026. Star rating: four stars ★ ★ ★ ★ Pretty much like the film from which this production is adapted, Brassed Off emotionally leaves no prisoners.
Liberace & Liza: A Tribute – Harold Pinter Theatre
Liberace & Liza: A Tribute continues at the Harold Pinter Theatre, London until 4 July 2026. Star rating: four stars ★ ★ ★ ★ It oozes an ineffable charm through its mixture of comedy, great music and an uncanny portrayal of two celebrity giants.
New generation of Billy Elliots to take to the stage
The four young actors who will share the title role in the eagerly awaited new national tour and West End season of Billy Elliot the Musical have been unveiled.
Operation Mincemeat – Fortune Theatre
Operation Mincemeat continues at the Fortune Theatre, London. Star rating: five stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A crowd-pleaser that never dumbs down.
Pride – Dorfman, National Theatre
Pride continues at the Dorfman, National Theatre, London until 12 September 2026. Star rating: five stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ To celebrate their story so vividly and joyously is a privilege. Forty years on, it’s as inspiring and as beautiful as ever.
Sinatra The Musical – Aldwych Theatre
Sinatra The Musical continues at the Aldwych Theatre, London until 10 April 2027. Star rating: three stars ★ ★ ★ ✩ ✩ At the end of Sinatra The Musical, significant figures reflecting on the legendary singer’s life include his mother, Dolly, who turns to the audience and says: “Half of you wouldn’t have been conceived if it wasn’t […]
Priscilla Queen of the Desert – Curve Leicester and Touring
Priscilla Queen of the Desert was reviewed at Curve Leicester where it continues until 27 June 2026. The tour continues until 18 July 2026. Star rating: four stars ★ ★ ★ ★ A feel-good musical with plenty of mileage left in the tank.
Hot Mess – The Other Palace, London
Hot Mess continues at The Other Palace, London until 6 September 2026. Star rating: five stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Hot Mess at least affirms that we can have a damn good time facing up to the consequences of our actions.
I’m Every Woman – The Chaka Khan Musical – Troubadour cast confirmed
Casting has been confirmed for the upcoming London season of the hit world premiere production of I’m Every Woman – The Chaka Khan Musical at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. Presented by Adrian Grant in association with Chaka Khan, the musical celebration of the 10-time Grammy Award-winner’s life and times will return to London from […]
August debut for new Mamma Mia! touring cast
A number of new cast members will join the current UK tour of feel-good musical Mamma Mia! in August.
Cast for UK premiere of Midnight at The Never Get
The full cast has been unveiled for the UK premiere of Mark Sonnenblick’s Midnight at The Never Get at London’s Menier Chocolate Factory this summer.
New cast members to join West End’s Les Misérables
Cameron Mackintosh’s hit West End production of Les Misérables will welcome a number of new cast members to the stage of the Sondheim Theatre early next month.
Heathers London and tour cast announced
WhatsOnStage Award nominee Gerardine Sacdalan will take on the role of Veronica Sawyer in the upcoming London and subsequent UK and Ireland tour of the record-breaking show Heathers The Musical.
All-star Herods announced for Superstar’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane season
An all-star line-up of Herods will join Sam Ryder’s Jesus for the Theatre Royal Drury Lane run of the new London Palladium production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Jesus Christ Superstar.
UK and Ireland tour of Chicago to launch in February 2027
The 2027 UK and Ireland tour of multi-award-winning musical Chicago will open at the New Wimbledon Theatre on 5 February 2027.
Leslie Odom Jr to play London Palladium concerts
Tony and Grammy Award winner Leslie Odom Jr will play two solo concerts at the London Palladium in October.
