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A Jersey Boys Song for Each Season!

From HQKevin, June 19th, 2026

Musicals

Originally, Frankie Valli and The Four Lovers auditioned for a residency at the Four Seasons Bowling Alley in Union, New Jersey. Although they didn't land the job, the experience inspired them to adopt the venue's name and become The Four S...

From HQKevin, June 19th, 2026

Musicals

5 Reasons To See The Last Ship

From HQKevin, June 19th, 2026

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Inspired by the shipbuilding communities of North East England and with music and lyrics by The Police's frontman Sting, the stirring, Tony-nominated musical The Last Ship is headed to London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane from 22 September - 3...

From HQKevin, June 19th, 2026

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Staff Picks: Our Favourite Theatre Characters

From HQKevin, June 17th, 2026

Sometimes, it's not the heroes we remember at all, but the unlikely characters who live rent-free in your head long after the curtain call. We asked the Theatreland team which stage character they love the most - who's yours?...

From HQKevin, June 17th, 2026

Shaftesbury Theatre To Be Renamed After Judi Dench

Breaking NewsKevin, June 16th, 2026

The Shaftesbury Theatre has announced it will be renamed in honour of Judi Dench as part of a wider refurbishment programme, recognising her legacy to British theatre, film, and television....

Breaking NewsKevin, June 16th, 2026

The Shaftesbury Theatre has announced it will be renamed in honour of Judi Dench as part of a wider refurbishment programme, recognising her legacy to British theatre, film, and television....

Jinkx Monsoon To Star In Oh, Mary!

CastKevin, June 15th, 2026

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It's all water off a duck's back for Oh, Mary!, as it seems the show has quite the rotating showcase of star power. Catherine Tate is currently appearing as Mary Todd Lincoln, but the schedule continues to shift: returning to their own crea...

CastKevin, June 15th, 2026

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Shows To See In London for Father's Day

From HQKevin, June 15th, 2026

This year, Dad deserves something he'll remember forever! From classics reimagined to musicals that'll make even the most reserved dads crack a smile, this Father's Day we've got the perfect line-up of shows for Pops to enjoy....

From HQKevin, June 15th, 2026

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Stranger Things: The First Shadow Is Closing!

Kevin, June 10th, 2026

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To see Stranger Things one last time! Friends don't lie, so we have to tell you - the gates to the Upside Down are officially closing as Stranger Things: The First Shadow will complete its journey through the theatrical multiverse later t...

Kevin, June 10th, 2026

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West End Live is Returning to Trafalgar Square

Kevin, June 1st, 2026

The sun is out, the drinks are flowing, and the musical numbers are packing! West End Live is set to take over Trafalgar Square once again this summer, with organisers revealing the first wave of productions appearing at London's favourite...

Kevin, June 1st, 2026

Awards

2026 Olivier Awards: Full List Of Winners

Daniel, April 13th, 2026

London's Royal Albert Hall lit up this past weekend as the 50th Olivier Awards celebrated the best of theatre, hosted by Nick Mohammed. Audiences were treated to electrifying performances from the casts of The Phantom of the Opera, Shuck...

Daniel, April 13th, 2026

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Cole Escola To Star In Oh, Mary!

Kevin, May 27th, 2026

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Cole Escola returns to the chaotic role of First Lady in London's West End production of the hit comedy Oh, Mary!. Currently, the role of Mary Todd Lincoln is being played by Catherine Tate....

Kevin, May 27th, 2026

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Cole Escola returns to the chaotic role of First Lady in London's West End production of the hit comedy Oh, Mary!. Currently, the role of Mary Todd Lincoln is being played by Catherine Tate....

Into The Woods Is On Sale Now!

Breaking NewsKevin, June 8th, 2026

Following its sell-out run at The Bridge Theatre, the Olivier Award-winning revival of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Into the Woods is heading into the West End this September for a strictly limited season at the Noel Coward Theatre....

Breaking NewsKevin, June 8th, 2026

The Winners Of The 2026 Tony Awards!

Breaking NewsKevin, June 8th, 2026

The red carpet was rolled out once again for the best of Broadway on Sunday night, as theatre's biggest and brightest gathered beneath the marquee of Radio City Music Hall to compete for the 2026 Tony Awards following a stellar Broadway sea...

Breaking NewsKevin, June 8th, 2026

Fever days are here again!

Breaking NewsKevin, June 4th, 2026

Our friends at Fever are giving back this June with their fantastic Fever Days! Running from the 4th to the 7th, this is your chance to save on great entertainment, with thousands of experiences included across the country. Not sure what to...

Breaking NewsKevin, June 4th, 2026

Reviews: War Horse Returns to London!

ReviewsScarlet, June 3rd, 2026

War Horse has returned to London and taken over The National Theatre! It's no surprise that the critics have largely agreed that this iconic theatrical phenomenon has lots none of its emotional power....

ReviewsScarlet, June 3rd, 2026

Review Roundup: End Of The Rainbow

ReviewsDaniel, May 27th, 2026

Judy Garland died in 1969 in a London hotel, aged 49. She would go down in history as one of Hollywood's greatest performers, but also one of its most troubled stars. Peter Quilter's End of the Rainbow delves into the fascinating persona of...

ReviewsDaniel, May 27th, 2026

Good Morning! Singin' In The Rain Is On Sale!

Breaking NewsKevin, May 26th, 2026

It's fun to stay up late and dream about Singin' in the Rain tickets - the beloved musical comedy is once again splashing its way across UK puddles in a brand-new tour!...

Breaking NewsKevin, May 26th, 2026

It's fun to stay up late and dream about Singin' in the Rain tickets - the beloved musical comedy is once again splashing its way across UK puddles in a brand-new tour!...

What Time Is It? High School Musical On Sale Time!

Breaking NewsKevin, May 22nd, 2026

Ready to relive your childhood all over again? High School Musical is on sale now at London's Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre! The show is heading to London following a sold-out run at Salford's The Lowry, marking the first-ever UK non-repl...

Breaking NewsKevin, May 22nd, 2026

What's Your Dream Theatre Setlist?

From HQKevin, May 20th, 2026

From gravity-defying riffs to Max Martin-driven pop anthems that carry that irresistible noughties energy, this is our dream theatre setlist! What's yours?...

From HQKevin, May 20th, 2026

From gravity-defying riffs to Max Martin-driven pop anthems that carry that irresistible noughties energy, this is our dream theatre setlist! What's yours?...

The Reviews For Equus Are In!

ReviewsKevin, May 20th, 2026

The production revisits Dysart's crisis of faith in his profession after he is assigned to the case of Alan Strang, a teenager who has blinded horses. As the psychiatrist probes the boy's motives, the case opens out into a broader examinat...

ReviewsKevin, May 20th, 2026

Get Cyrano Tickets For £48!

From HQKevin, May 20th, 2026

Every theatre lover loves getting hold of tickets to a big West End show before everyone else realises how good it is - and right now, Cyrano de Bergerac tickets are up for grabs at just 48 - for 48 hours. The character Cyrano is one of th...

From HQKevin, May 20th, 2026