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Abigail’s Party West End Transfer Announced With Tamzin Outhwaite

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Abigail’s Party West End Transfer Announced With Tamzin Outhwaite

EastEnders star Tamzin Outhwaite will lead the West End transfer of Abigail's Party at the Harold...

26 May, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon

Simon Russell Beale Reschedules Jesus Christ Superstar Dates as Richard Armitage Extends Run as Herod

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Simon Russell Beale Reschedules Jesus Christ Superstar Dates as Richard Armitage Extends Run as Herod

Further casting details have been confirmed for Jesus Christ Superstar ahead of its upcoming Lond...

22 May, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon

A Definitive Guide to songs in Sinatra the Musical

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A Definitive Guide to songs in Sinatra the Musical

Old blue eyes is back in town, following a critically acclaimed run, Sinatra: The Musical is taki...

22 May, 2026 | By Alicia Bridge

Pride Playlist: Stage Songs to Celebrate Pride Month

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Pride Playlist: Stage Songs to Celebrate Pride Month

Music is the most powerful tool for self-expression and celebration of love, but it’s even better...

21 May, 2026 | By Alicia Bridge

Lyn Gardner’s Heatwave Round-Up: Summer in the City as Theatre Hots Up

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Lyn Gardner’s Heatwave Round-Up: Summer in the City as Theatre Hots Up

The sun is shining at last, and theatre is hotting up too as summer begins. No better places to c...

21 May, 2026 | By Lyn Gardner

Allegra with Dame Maureen Lipman transfers to the West End

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Allegra with Dame Maureen Lipman transfers to the West End

Dame Maureen Lipman will return to London’s West End this summer as Allegra completes its UK tour...

21 May, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon

Lionsgate to Bring The Housemaid to the Stage After Hit Film Run

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Lionsgate to Bring The Housemaid to the Stage After Hit Film Run

Lionsgate is bringing the psychological thriller The Housemaid to the stage, with a theatrical ad...

20 May, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon