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First Look - Sam Ryder in rehearsal for Jesus Christ Superstar

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First Look - Sam Ryder in rehearsal for Jesus Christ Superstar

Christ, we are excited for Jesus Christ Superstar, just from looking at these incredible shots fr...

27 May, 2026 | By Alicia Bridge

Cole Escola to Make West End Debut in ‘Oh, Mary!’ for Limited Four-Week Run

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Cole Escola to Make West End Debut in ‘Oh, Mary!’ for Limited Four-Week Run

The West End production of Oh, Mary! will welcome its creator, Cole Escola, to London this summer...

26 May, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon

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

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

Stranger Things Star Gaten Matarazzo to Make West End debut in Rent, Plus Dates and Venue Just Confirmed

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Stranger Things Star Gaten Matarazzo to Make West End debut in Rent, Plus Dates and Venue Just Confirmed

Gaten Matarazzo will make his West End debut in the new revival of Rent. The Stranger Things star...

19 May, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon

William Hanson Joins Olivier Award Winning Titanique For West End Debut

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William Hanson Joins Olivier Award Winning Titanique For West End Debut

William Hanson, etiquette coach and co-host of award-winning podcast Help I Sexted My Boss, which...

18 May, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon