We may be living in a world of social distancing but that isn’t stopping audiences watching online theatre productions together (more than 200,000 for the National Theatre’s One Man, Two Guvnors) or creating music via the wonders of technology from their separate living rooms. This week both Welsh and Irish artists have been bringing us […]
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The Barricade Boys and star guests unite for NHS-inspired performance of ‘Bring Him Home’
The Barricade Boys have joined forces with a number of fellow Les Misérables stars to perform a special version of ‘Bring Him Home’ in a tribute to NHS staff on the frontline during the coronavirus crisis. With an introduction by Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby, the virtual performance features the popular musical theatre-themed group alongside […]
Rachel Tucker leads cast of European premiere of Come From Away
Thirteen actors will take on both lead and supporting roles in the Tony Award-winning new musical Come From Away which is due to land on this side of the Atlantic in December with a premiere run in Ireland ahead of its West End debut in early 2019. Inspired by the remarkable true story of the […]
Mark Petty’s first four Crazy Coqs Presents shows announced
Lyricist Mark Petty has released details of the Crazy Coqs Presents series of shows which will launch this month at Live At Zédel. Announced earlier this year as part of the packed summer season line-up at London entertainment hub, the themed shows will be co-produced and hosted by Petty, the UK half of transatlantic songwriting […]
Matilda The Musical – new ‘grown-ups’ join the cast
David Shannon will step into the villainous role of Miss Trunchbull in the Royal Shakespeare Company’s multi award-winning Matilda The Musical next month. Shannon, whose distinguished stage career includes starring roles in The Phantom of the Opera and Miss Saigon will be joined on stage by Gina Beck (Wicked, Show Boat) who will take over […]
