Theatre

Michelle Collins to star in The Birthday Party comedy

The Harold Pinter Theatre’s comedy, The Birthday Party, will take to the road across the UK starring Michelle Collins, Tristan Gemmill and Paul Hickey.

Musical about The Kinks will return for UK tour

Sunny Afternoon is set to return for another UK run from August, taking classic hits by The Kinks to some of the country’s biggest cities.

New park attractions unveiled for Kynren 2020

The park will inhabit the grounds of Kynren, providing new experiences at the live theatre event next year.

Alexandra Burke to star in My Best Friend’s Wedding musical

X Factor winner Alexandra Burke will take to the stage as Julianne Potter in the world premiere of My Best Friend’s Wedding The Musical.

Stars announced for West End debut of Pretty Woman The Musical

Groups can now book tickets for the musical at the Piccadilly Theatre in London, which is opening in February 2020. 

Phantom of the Opera reveals its full touring cast

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh have announced full casting for the UK and Ireland tour of The Phantom of the Opera, opening at Leicester’s Curve Theatre in February 2020.

Dreamgirls’ first ever UK tour announced

Opening in Bristol in September next year, Dreamgirls will tour the country into 2020.

500,000 new tickets released for Wicked

The hit West End musical will now run until November 2020 at London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre, taking the world of Oz well into 2020 for its 14th year in the capital.

Introducing Noah Thomas as the lead in Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

The producers of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie have revealed that Noah Thomas will play the title role of Jamie New from Monday 6th January 2020 at London’s Apollo Theatre.

Beverley Knight to star in new musical about The Drifters

The Drifters Girl will open in London’s West End in autumn 2020.

Producers reveal initial tour dates for Heathers the Musical

Heathers the Musical will take to the road throughout 2020 for the first time, following on from its London success.

Booking is extended for award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen

As Dear Evan Hansen previews began on the West End last week, producer Stacey Mindich announced that its run has been extended to 30th May 2020.

Paul Whitehouse to return as Grandad in Only Fools and Horses musical

Well-known comedian Paul Whitehouse will return to the cast of Only Fools and Horses The Musical for four months from 6th January next year, reprising his role of Grandad.

Whoopi Goldberg will reprise her star role in Sister Act The Musical

Whoopi is back for the very first time as Deloris Van Cartier in the latest stage adaptation of Sister Act.

Boris Johnson comedy will tour the UK next year

The hilarious political comedy, The Last Temptation of Boris Johnson, will travel across the UK next year following a sold-out run at Park Theatre, London.

Interview: Anita Harris on her latest role in Cabaret the Musical

The actress speaks to GLT about her take on Fraulein Schneider in Cabaret the Musical which is touring the UK. 

Popular Grease The Musical will hit the road again in 2020

The iconic production will take to the road once more on a national tour following a successful run throughout this year.

Toby Jones to star in the West End’s Uncle Vanya play next year

Former The Hunger Games and Harry Potter series star Toby Jones will play the title role in Uncle Vanya, alongside Richard Armitage in a new adaptation of Chekhov’s play.

Royal Shakespeare Company reveals cast for The Boy In A Dress

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has announced its cast for The Boy In A Dress, running from 8th November until 8th March, 2020, at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon. 

Full line-up revealed for upcoming Red Shoes tour

Matthew Bourne’s The Red Shoes takes to the road from November this year, unveiling its all-new cast to link up with the previously announced Sam Archer and Victoria Page.

Full cast revealed for London premiere of Dear Evan Hansen

Producer Stacey Mindich has unveiled the full West End cast for the London premiere of Dear Evan Hansen, which begins performances with an all-British cast at the Noël Coward Theatre in October.

Stacey Dooley to host Strictly Come Dancing Tour next year

Strictly Come Dancing favourite Stacey Dooley will return to next year’s tour as the host for the first time, with tickets now available to a variety of different venues across the UK.

Helen Forrester’s By The Waters of Liverpool extends UK tour

Five more venues have been added to the spring 2020 UK tour of Helen Forrester’s By The Waters of Liverpool. 

Interview: Joe Thomas on his new role in What’s In A Name?, awkward dinner parties and his love of comedy

Joe Thomas is enjoying making a meal of What’s In A Name?, the international hit play centred around a Moroccan supper.

Rehearsals begin for West End transfer of Noises Off

The full cast has been announced and started rehearsals ahead of the West End transfer of Noises Off, following a successful run at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre.

Pretty Woman musical to be staged in the West End for the first time

Pretty Woman: The Musical will begin previews on Valentine’s Day next year, running for 46 weeks at the Piccadilly Theatre in London’s West End for the first time ever.

Full line-up confirmed for On Your Feet! musical ahead of first UK tour date

On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan is set to embark on a UK tour following its conclusion at London Coliseum this month. 

New faces revealed to join John Partridge on Cabaret’s UK tour

The full cast has been announced for the UK tour of Cabaret, starring ex-EastEnders and Celebrity MasterChef winner, John Partridge.

Further casting announced for A Day in the Death of Joe Egg revival

Olivier Award-winner Patricia Hodge has joined the cast of Peter Nichols’ production A Day in the Death of Joe Egg. 

A round-up of the latest Christmas panto casting announcements…oh yes it is!

Find out who will be treading the boards as some much-loved pantomime characters across the UK this year, promising puns galore, glitzy costumes and plenty of festive fun. 

​Russia’s State Ballet will return to UK for 2020 tour

The Russian State Ballet of Siberia is returning for its 18th UK tour from January to March 2020, featuring performances of four of the world’s most popular ballets.

London Theatre Review: Waitress the musical

GLT went to see the new cast in Waitress the musical, which has been extended until January, to discover the ingredients behind its success. 

Interview: David Williamson is “living his childhood dream” in Circus 1903

GLT’s Harry Rogers talks nostalgia, elephant puppets and near-disasters with Circus 1903’s Ringmaster, David Williamson, ahead of the production’s new UK tour. 

Full casting announced for West End production of Mary Poppins

The final adult casting for the new production of Mary Poppins has been revealed ahead of the show’s opening at its original West End home on 23rd October. 

Cast announced for The Prince Of Egypt musical

The producers of the new musical, The Prince Of Egypt, have revealed the initial cast ahead of its West End run which begins on 5th February 2020.

Jamie Wilson & Whoopi Goldberg announce new Sister Act production

Producers Jamie Wilson and Whoopi Goldberg have revealed that Brenda Edwards will star in a rewritten version of Sister Act, opening at the Curve in Leicester, on 21st April 2020.

An Inspector Calls reveals all-new cast for its latest tour

An Inspector Calls has announced a new cast for its latest UK and Ireland tour, beginning its run at the Churchill Theatre, Bromley, on Friday 6th September. 

Harry Potter stage actress joins the cast of A Right Royale Tea

Elizabeth Hill, former cast member of West End show Harry Potter & The Cursed Child, will join the cast of A Right Royale Tea in the lead role of Lady Right from 21st July.

GLT goes behind the scenes of The Lion King musical which is celebrating its 20th year

We were invited backstage at London’s Lyceum Theatre to see first-hand how The Lion King has brought the African savannah to the capital so beautifully for two decades.

Strictly’s Anton Du Beke & Erin Boag announce national tour for 2020

Anton & Erin… Dance Those Magical Movies, will travel the UK from January next year, ‘performing cinema classics live on the dancefloor’.

The Phantom of the Opera to tour the UK and Ireland next year

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh have announced that the original production of The Phantom of the Opera will tour venues across the UK and Ireland in 2020.

7 of the best: Upcoming theatre tours to have on your radar

There are so many fantastic shows touring the UK & Ireland this year and next, it’s hard to know where to start. We’ve selected 7 productions to look out for at a theatre near you.

Sir Ian McKellen returns to the West End stage for 'mystery' show

Ian McKellen On Stage: With Tolkien, Shakespeare, Others And You will transfer to the London stage from September this year.

More tickets released for the West End's Dear Evan Hansen

Following a sell-out booking period, the London premiere of Dear Evan Hansen has gone on sale again, with tickets now available until Saturday 4th April 2020.

Disney's The Lion King announces cast for new UK & Ireland tour

Casting for The Lion King tour, which opens in Bristol this September, has been announced. 

Full cast announced for London production of The Worst Witch

The full cast for the West End production of The Worst Witch has been revealed, flying onto the stage at the Vaudeville Theatre in London from 24th July.

Captain Corelli's Mandolin transfers to the West End

Following a succesful UK tour, Captain Corelli’s Mandolin will take to the stage at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London’s West End from 4th July to 31st August.

​Come From Away musical extends into 2020

The hit production, which tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded air passengers in the wake of 9/11, will now run in the West End until next year.

One for the kids: Peppa Pig latest tour is the 'Best Day Ever'

Stuck for ideas that will appeal to families with young children? Fear not as Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever will tour from the 18th October, opening at the Dartford Orchard Theatre. 

Kynren adds Viking drama to epic outdoor performance

The annual spectacle will return at the end of June for what is billed as the UK’s biggest outdoor theatre performance, with a 1000-strong cast adding The Year of the Viking to this year’s Kynren - an epic tale of England in County Durham.

Further cast announcements made for Big the Musical

Who will be joining Jay McGuiness in the West End musical version of the hit 80s film?

Beautiful - The Carole King Musical to tour the UK and Ireland in 2020

Beautiful - The Carole King Musical will embark on a new tour of the UK and Ireland following a hugely succesful, sold-out run in 2017/2018. 

Mischief Theatre's new Peter Pan Goes Wrong tour

Mischief Theatre has announced a new national tour of its hilarious Peter Pan Goes Wrong, a comical performance that will visit London’s Alexandra Palace on its run.

Bookings now open for Dear Evan Hansen musical

Tickets are now on sale for the musical, Dear Evan Hansen, which is opening in the West End later this year. 

West End's Thriller Live extends into 2020

Thriller Live, the West End concert show, is extending its run to April 2020 with a new booking period announced.

The Girl on the Train tour extends with new venues added

The UK tour of the play, based on the best-selling novel by Paula Hawkins, is now running until November 2019.

Mamma Mia! musical celebrates 20th year with extension

ABBA musical, Mamma Mia! has announced its extension into next year, to mark its 20th anniversary in the West End.

Group tickets available for White Christmas musical

A new production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas will open at London’s Dominion Theatre this November with group tickets now on sale.

Anniversary tour planned for Riverdance

Popular Irish dancing show, Riverdance, is set to tour the UK with a new 25th anniversary celebratory show in 2020.

Priscilla, Queen of the Desert the Musical, adds more tour dates

The musical, touring the UK from this September has now revealed more dates, taking it into 2020.

Interview: Kate Robbins on her part in the new Club Tropicana musical

Michael de Burća meets Kate Robbins to talk about her role in the new musical Club Tropicana the Musical.

London Theatre Review: The Twilight Zone

A bewitching experience that will leave you questioning alien existence and human imagination, says Laura Sexton after reviewing the show at The Ambassadors Theatre in London.

Mischief Theatre announces new comedy show

Mischief Theatre, the Olivier award-winning company behind The Play That Goes Wrong, has announced its new comedy, Magic Goes Wrong. 

The Woman in Black celebrates 30th anniversary with new cast

A new cast has been announced ahead of the 30th anniversary of the London production. 

Mamma Mia! the musical returns for UK tour this year

The popular production based on the songs of ABBA will tour the UK again starting this September.

New cast for tour of Calendar Girls The Musical

A new cast has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of Gary Barlow and Tim Firth’s musical comedy, Calendar Girls The Musical.

Tina musical welcomes new principal star

The musical, telling the story of rock and roll artist Tina Turner, has revealed its new lead actor.

Family friendly theatre shows to see this year

With so many shows coming up this year, here is a selection of family-friendly productions to add to your diaries.

Union J star cast as lead in upcoming ‘Joseph’ tour

Bill Kenwright’s production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicoloured Dreamcoat has revealed its lead casting.

New mischievous cast announced for The Play That Goes Wrong

Mischief Theatre’s The Play That Goes Wrong, has revealed a new cast for its performances at the Duchess Theatre in London.

For groups, there’s no place like WICKED

Sponsored by Wicked The Musical

After more than 12 years and almost 10 million visitors at the Apollo Victoria Theatre, “this hit musical is still casting a spell over London” (Time Out).

Interview: The Cast of The Girl on the Train

Simon Button speaks with Samantha Womack and Oliver Farnworth on their intense roles in The Girl on the Train.

Comedy play Austentatious to have residency at Fortune Theatre

Austentatious: The Improvised Jane Austen Novel will begin a Monday night residency at the Fortune Theatre from February 2019.

Tina – The Tina Turner Musical to continue West End run

Over 200,000 new tickets will go on sale for the hit musical based on the iconic artist, Tina Turner.

Full casting revealed for UK tour of Annie

The cast that will join Craig Revel Horwood and Anita Dobson in the UK tour of Annie, has now been revealed.

Big stars to look out for in Theatre Land this year

We look at some of the big shows opening this year, with big names.

The Lion King to roar across the UK in new tour

The Walt Disney Company UK and Ireland has announced that the musical The Lion King will embark on a second UK and Ireland tour, commencing this September.

UK tour of Doctor Dolittle cancelled

It has been announced that the UK tour of Doctor Dolittle, starring Mark Williams, has been cancelled.

Two announcements complete City of Angels cast

A Hollywood star and Royal Shakespeare Company actor complete the principal cast of the play’s latest revival.

Interview: Fame The Musical’s Keith Jack

Keith Jack, who will star as Nick Piazza in the 30th anniversary tour of Fame The Musical, shares his insight into the show.

TV star Shane Richie to join cast of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

The West End show has revealed that EastEnders star Shane Richie will be joining the cast.

Bonnie Langford to star in 9 to 5 musical

Bonnie Langford, who is currently starring as Dorothy Brock in London’s 42nd Street, will take on the role of Roz in the upcoming Dolly Parton show, 9 to 5 the Musical.

Principal role cast in new West End production of Waitress

Katharine McPhee will make her West End debut starring as Jenna in the UK premiere of Waitress, having played the role on Broadway earlier this year.

We Will Rock You returns for UK and Ireland tour

The smash hit Queen and Ben Elton musical will embark on a brand new tour in September 2019.

Wicked extends West End bookings until November 2019

The West End production of Wicked has released 500,000 new tickets and is now booking until 30th November 2019.

Jesus Christ Superstar to transfer to London's Barbican Theatre

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre’s production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar will be returning to London in 2019.

7 great theatre tours to put in your diary for 2019

A round up of some of the top theatre productions that will be hitting the road in 2019.

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie musical extended until September 2019

The West End show will now run for an additional six months at the Apollo Theatre, booking until September 2019.

What’s coming and going in Theatreland?

We look at shows entering the West End soon and those you won’t want to miss before they vacate their London home.

Star cast announced for 50th anniversary of Hair musical

The legendary rock musical is back in 2019 with a cast starring Jake Quickenden, Daisy Wood-Davis and Marcus Collins.

New cast announced for extended Rain Man tour

The tour of Rain Man, which opened for a short-run in August has been extended until April 2019.

Little Miss Sunshine to brighten stages across the UK

The Broadway musical, Little Miss Sunshine, will make its European premiere in London in March 2019, before touring the UK.

Caroline, or Change extends until April next year

It has been announced that the West End production of Caroline, or Change is now booking until 6th April 2019.

Sadler’s Wells announces spring 2019 season

The London theatre has revealed the spring season will feature three world premieres, more than 15 UK premieres and new partnerships.

Amélie the Musical to come to the UK in 2019

The stage adaptation of the award-winning film, Amélie, will premiere in the UK in April before embarking on a UK tour.

Initial casting announced for premiere of Agatha Christie’s The Mirror Crack’d

Casting announcements have revealed that Susie Blake and Simon Shepherd will star in the production.

Enter The Twilight Zone in London’s West End

The Twilight Zone will be transferring to the West End and will run an open-ended season at the Ambassadors Theatre from March 2019.

The Rocky Horror Show set to travel the UK

The Rocky Horror Show will be returning for a 12-month UK tour opening later this year in Brighton.

Only Fools and Horses is coming to the West End

The iconic British television series Only Fools and Horses will be heading to the West End for a new musical adaptation.

GLT launches Theatre and Cruise newsletters

Group Leisure & Travel magazine now offers regular dedicated email newsletters for people interested in organising group trips to the theatre, and for those looking for cruise holiday ideas and offers.

Cast revealed for the UK tour of Doctor Dolittle

Further details have been announced about the cast for the UK tour of Doctor Dolittle.

The Royal Shakespeare Company announces 2019 season

Next year will see two Shakespeare plays, two restoration plays and a new play at Royal Shakespeare Company theatres.

5 thrilling shows that promise a fright for your group

As it’s almost Halloween, here are a selection of spine-tingling theatre productions to consider seeing with your group in the future.

Tina Turner musical to welcome audiences until July 2019

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical will now be taking bookings until next July, it has been announced, with reports of around 200,000 more tickets on sale.

Peter Andre to star in UK tour of Grease

Singer Peter Andre is set to take to the stage as the character Teen Angel in the upcoming UK and Ireland tour of Grease.

Jason Donovan to produce new Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, musical

The new production of hit musical Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, will tour the UK in 2019.

Louise Redknapp will star in new Dolly Parton musical

Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 The Musical will play London’s Savoy Theatre from January to August next year.

Russian State Ballet announces UK tour

The Russian State Ballet of Siberia returns in 2019 for a 23-venue schedule, running from 2nd January until 16th March.

Craig Revel Horwood to reprise role of Miss Hannigan in Annie tour

Strictly judge, Craig Revel Horwood will be returning to the role of Miss Hannigan in the upcoming UK tour of Annie.

The theatre productions voted as finalists for GLT Awards

Your votes have been counted and verified and for the first time ever, we are revealing the finalists for all of the categories in the Group Leisure & Travel Awards, ahead of the winners being announced at the ceremony in October.

Mamma Mia! dining experience to open at London O2

A dining experience, combined with the theatricals of the show Mamma Mia!, will be opening at The O2, London next spring.

Broadway musical Waitress to charm West End audiences next spring

Waitress will be opening at the Adelphi Theatre in February 2019, with music by singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles.

Motown The Musical to leave West End ahead of tour

Motown The Musical will be leaving the West End next April before embarking on a UK wide tour.

Alexandra Burke returning for The Bodyguard UK tour

Former X-Factor winner, Alexandra Burke, will return to the starring role of Rachel Marron in the forthcoming tour of the musical The Bodyguard this December.

Lead casting revealed for UK tour of Rock of Ages

Danielle Hope and Sam Ferriday will join the cast of the musical Rock of Ages for its UK tour from September.

Interview: Leading ladies in Take That’s musical The Band

Vicky Edwards meets the mostly female cast of smash-hit show The Band, co-produced by Take That – to talk about growing up obsessed with a boyband.

Strictly Come Dancing favourites Anton and Erin to tour UK

Dancers, Anton and Erin, best known for performances on the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing show, are set to tour the UK next year with a ‘musical’ themed production.

Alexandra Burke to lead Chicago cast ahead of extension

Chicago, playing at London’s Phoenix Theatre is now booking until January 2019 and will star pop singer Alexandra Burke from this August.

The Full Monty takes off on tour for the final time

The Full Monty – one of the most popular plays of all time – will begin its last ever UK and Ireland tour on 3rd September.

GLT’s top picks: musicals to lift your spirit

The sun may still be shining, for now, but if your group’s in need of a pick-me-up here are some toe-tapping musicals that are sure to have you on your feet.

Blackpool’s legendary Pavilion Theatre to be restored to former glory

Plans have been announced to restore Blackpool’s historic Pavilion Theatre and turn it into a creative hub that will stage works accessible to northern audiences.

National Youth Theatre announces summer and autumn season

Details of the summer and autumn season by the National Youth Theatre (NYT) have been released including shows such as Victoria’s Knickers and Consensual.

Heathers - The Musical to transfer to West End

Following its premiere at The Other Palace, Heathers - The Musical will transfer to the West End this September.

World premiere tour announced for new musical Pop Music

Tour dates have been announced for Pop Music, a world premiere which will open in Birmingham in September.

Autumn start for Shakespeare in Love tour

Having previously shown in the West End in 2014, Shakespeare in Love will open for a new venture this autumn at the Theatre Royal Bath before touring a number of UK venues.

Jim Broadbent to star in A Very Very Very Dark Matter

It’s been confirmed that actor Jim Broadbent will play Hans Christian Andersen in the world premiere of Martin McDonagh’s A Very Very Very Dark Matter.

Winter season of plays announced for The Globe

Shakespeare’s Globe has revealed its 2018/19 winter season which opens on 7th November.

New tour of An Inspector Calls to start in York

An Inspector Calls will visit UK venues on a new tour opening at the York Theatre Royal in September.

London Theatre Review: The Woman in Black

As The Woman in Black celebrates its 30th year on the West End, GLT’s editor Keeley Rodgers braves the stalls to see why it continues to attract audiences looking for a fright.

Motown the Musical now booking until November 2019

Almost half a million new tickets have been released for the West End production of Motown the Musical.

Regional Theatre Review: Matilda The Musical

Catchy songs, colourful set designs, and a cast you can’t help but fall in love with. Laura Sexton reports back after reviewing the UK touring production of Matilda The Musical at Milton Keynes Theatre.

5 regional theatre offerings for groups

We round up a selection of great group-friendly regional theatres that offer more than just discounts.

X-Factor winner to star in Madagascar stage musical

A new touring production called Madagascar - The Musical is due to open at the New Wimbledon Theatre on 21st July.

Shakespeare and Wilde plays to feature in Bath’s Theatre Royal summer season

The Theatre Royal’s summer season will feature a selection of both UK premieres and renowned classics.

Casting revealed for 30th anniversary Fame tour

Keith Jack, Mica Paris and Jorgie Porter will star in the new UK tour of Fame opening at Manchester Palace.

The Mirror Crack’d to be adapted for stage for first time in UK

Agatha Christie’s The Mirror Crack’d is to be adapted for the stage will premiere at Salisbury Playhouse next February before touring.

Woman in Black to celebrate 30 years with new cast

The play, The Woman in Black, is set to celebrate its 30th birthday in the West End this June and will introduce a new cast at the Fortune Theatre in London.

Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein to tour UK

It has been announced that Mel Brooks’ comedy musical, Young Frankenstein will have its last West End performance this August, before it embarks on a tour of the UK next year.

London Theatre Review: Bat Out of Hell The Musical

GLT editor Keeley Rodgers describes herself as nothing less than all revved up after watching as Bat Out of Hell, which has just returned to the West End.

Dawn French to star in London Palladium’s Snow-White panto

Comedian and actress Dawn French will join other stars in this year’s London Palladium pantomime of Snow White.

London Theatre Review: Chicago

Chicago will give you a much-needed dose of razzle dazzle, mixed with a welcome familiarity, says Laura Sexton after reviewing it at the Phoenix Theatre in London.

Full line-up revealed for Kew the Music

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew has announced the final headline artist to join the much-loved Kew the Music.

Rufus Hound among cast for Dusty Springfield musical

Dusty, the new musical about the life of Dusty Springfield, will see actor, comedian and presenter Rufus Hound playing Dusty’s manager, Billings.

The Comedy About A Bank Robbery extends into third year

The Mischief Theatre comedy play will enter its third year in the West End next year, extending until April 2019.

The Remains of the Day to begin tour in Northampton

Residential organisation, Kingswood, has revealed its £1million investment in Grosvenor Hall adventure centre in Ashford, Kent.

Bat Out Of Hell announces new booking period

The producers of Jim Steinman’s Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical have already announced an extension for the show, which officially opens at the Dominion Theatre later this month.

The Old Vic to welcome back A Christmas Carol

This December, Matthew Warchus’ rendition of A Christmas Carol, a play adapted from the Charles Dickens story, will return to The Old Vic Theatre in London.

London Theatre Review: Motown the Musical

Keeley Rodgers reviews Motown the Musical to find out if it’s still one of the hottest shows in town.

Wicksteed Park announces three new daytime shows for 2018

The theme park in Northamptonshire will welcome three daytime shows to its 2018 programme with themed of wartime and the sixties.

West End welcomes first ever theatre named after a woman

Andrew Lloyd Webber has announced that the New London Theatre is to be renamed in honour of the trailblazing choreographer Dame Gillian Lynne.

Last ever UK & Ireland tour of The Full Monty announced

The Full Monty will tour the UK and Ireland for the final ever time opening at the Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham.

West End transfer announced for The Jungle

The show, a sell-out at the Young Vic theatre, will open this July at the Playhouse Theatre in London’s West End with tickets on sale from Thursday (15th March).

Regional theatre review: Fat Friends - The Musical

Although the show may not be as memorable as some of the greats, you’ll still have an enjoyable evening.

November start confirmed for Les Misérables UK tour

Almost a decade since its last tour, the musical Les Misérables will once again visit UK venues when it hits the road this autumn.

World premiere for The Lovely Bones confirmed

The Lovely Bones, the best-selling novel by Alice Sebold, has been adapted for stage and will premiere in Northampton this year.

Strictly professionals to take new tour around UK in 2019

Next year will see the professional dancers of the popular television show Strictly Come Dancing tour the country in their own show.

Motown marks second birthday with new title casting

Motown the Musical is celebrating two years in the West End this month and will be introducing new cast members in the title roles.

Mel Giedroyc to star in West End’s Company

The television presenter, actress and comedian, Mel Giedroyc will join the cast of Elliott & Harper’s new production of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s Tony musical, Company.

First UK tour of Titanic the Musical

The first tour of Titanic the Musical will open in Southampton in April, before visiting cities across the nation until August.

Over 100,000 new tickets released for sale for Tina

A new booking period has been announced for the premiere of Tina, opening at the Aldwych Theatre on 17th April.

Fern Britton to star in UK tour of Calendar Girls

Calendar Girls the Musical will head out on a UK tour from August, opening at the Leeds Grand Theatre in Yorkshire.

Casting announced for UK and Ireland Matilda tour

The title casting for the first UK tour of Matilda The Musical has been revealed, ahead of the regional production opening in March in Leicester.

UK tour for Cirque du Soleil’s OVO

OVO, Cirque Du Soleil’s latest production which is themed around insects has announced a UK tour commencing in August.

Top shows to look forward to in 2018

To kick start the new year, we round up some top picks for theatre this year.

Chicago to return to the West End

It has been announced that Chicago, the world’s longest American musical, will return to London in March next year.

Full casting announced for tour of The Importance of Being Earnest

The Importance of Being Earnest will be heading on a tour of the nation, starring Wicked star Kerry Ellis.

New stage production of Doctor Dolittle to tour UK

The show will begin its tour in November 2018 as part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the film.

Benidorm Live: Stage show to hit theatres next year

Benidorm Live is a new stage show based on the hit ITV comedy, and is due to premiere next year.

Bristol Old Vic 2018: Chekov, Shakespeare and Dickens confirmed

The Bristol Old Vic has revealed that its upcoming year of entertainment will have a theme of the ‘Year of Change’.

New musical: Summer Holiday to tour UK

Summer Holiday, a 1960s film featuring the classic hits of singer Cliff Richard, has been adapted for stage and is set to tour the UK during 2018 and 2019.

Witness for the Prosecution extends until September

Witness for the Prosecution will extend its run on London’s South Bank until 16th September 2018.

Regional Theatre Review: Tango Moderno

Jude Riley asks “What on earth did we watch on TV on a Saturday night before Strictly?” as she reviews Tango Moderno at Milton Keynes Theatre.

Trioperas to have its world debut in London

Trioperas, a show described as ‘three operas in one evening’ will open in May 2018 for the first time, at the Peacock Theatre in London.

Kinky Boots announces first UK tour

The popular West End musical, Kinky Boots, has revealed that it will be embarking on its first ever UK tour from next September.

Theatre Royal Bath announces spring season 2018

The Theatre Royal Bath has announced its programme for next spring, which will include three new in-house productions.

Dusty Springfield musical: Tour dates announced

Dusty, a new musical charting the life of Dusty Springfield, will tour four cities in June and July next year.

New Miss Hannigan announced for Annie

The role of Miss Hannigan in the West End’s production of Annie will be passed on to British comedian Meera Syal, as of 27th November.

Tobacco Factory Theatres to build new studio theatre

The Tobacco Factory Theatres in Bristol will be adding to its existing theatre space, which includes the Factory Theatre, with a studio theatre within its compounds.

More dates added to second tour of Jersey Boys

The popular musical, Jersey Boys, is embarking on its second UK and Ireland tour, and has added new dates and announced its lead casting.

West End cast change and weekly matinee added for The Mousetrap

Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap, playing at St Martin’s Theatre in London, will see a cast change as of this month.

Madagascar musical set to tour the UK in 2018

The popular 3D animated film, Madagascar, is being adapted into a stage production, which is set to tour the UK next year.

Matthew Kelly among cast announced for The Box of Delights

Olivier award-winning Matthew Kelly and West End actress Josefina Gabrielle are to star in The Box of Delights.

10 pantos and festive shows to see with your group this Christmas

We round up some top pantomimes for you to take your group to this winter.

Regional Theatre Review: Cilla the Musical

A review of the UK tour of Cilla the Musical, judging leading lady, Kara Lily Hayworth, to be the show highlight.

Nottingham Playhouse unveils show collection for 2018

The Nottingham Playhouse’s programme for 2018, which will be the first season under the new artistic director, Adam Penford, has been revealed.

Full cast announced for Fat Friends the Musical

Full casting for Kay Mellor’s new show, Fat Friends the Musical, has been revealed.

Hamilton performances postponed until 6th December

Hamilton, a new musical due to re-open the new Victoria Palace Theatre in London, has announced a postponed opening date.

London to host world premiere of Tina The Musical

The world premiere of Tina The Musical, a show that tells the story of musician, Tina Turner, will take place in spring 2018.

Strictly’s Flavia and Vincent to go on new UK tour

Professional ballroom dancers and former stars of Strictly Come Dancing, Flavia Cacace and Vincent Simone, have hit the road with a UK tour of their new show, Tango Moderno.

An American In Paris announces second extension

An American in Paris has extended its booking for the second time, and will now run until April 2018.

Full casting announced for Cilla the Musical

The full casting has been revealed for the upcoming tour of Cilla the Musical which will star Kara Lily Hayworth in the title role.

Windsor Castle to stage A Christmas Carol

This December Windsor Castle will become the backdrop for an immersive performance of the Charles Dickens story, A Christmas Carol.

Christmas shows in London that groups can still get tickets for

Our top Christmas show picks in London for GTOS who haven’t booked tickets yet for the festive season.

Regional Theatre Review: Grease

You’ll leave the auditorium with a spring in your step and a smile on your face, says Laura Sexton who went to review Grease at MK Theatre.

Full casting announced for Young Marx

The full casting of the production of Young Marx, which will open at Bridge Theatre in London this autumn, has been revealed.

London Symphony Orchestra reveals details of group bookings

The London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) has unveiled its 2017/18 groups booking brochure which contains details of special rates and benefits for groups.

Booking extension announced for School of Rock The Musical

The Andrew Lloyd Webber production, School of Rock The Musical, has just announced it is extending its booking period.

Cast change for The Phantom of the Opera

The Phantom of the Opera will see a lead cast change this Autumn, as Ben Lewis steps up for the title role.

Of Mice and Men to go on ten-week UK tour

Selladoor Productions has announced a UK tour of theatre adaptation Of Mice and Men, in association with The Marlowe Theatre Canterbury.

London Theatre Review: Stomp

A crazed cacophony of bin-banging, stick-clanging, dustbin-lid smashing, plastic-bashing, metal-scraping glory: the West End run of Stomp shows no sign of quietening down.

Cast announced for LHK’s Peter Pan panto

Singer Dane Bowers, Britain’s Got Talent contestant Lewis Pryor and Radio City’s Claire Simmo will on Peter Pan panto this Christmas.

Motown the Musical extends West End run

Motown the Musical has announced that it will be extending its booking period until January 2019.

Stomp extends booking period in West End

The popular percussion ensemble show, Stomp, has revealed it will be extending its booking period in London until April 2018.

First ever London revival announced for The Woman in White

Director Thom Southerland (Titanic, Grey Gardens, Grand Hotel) is to direct the first ever revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical, The Woman in White.

Agatha Christie play to run at County Hall on South Bank

A brand new production of Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution will run at London County Hall on South Bank.

Storyhouse spring season: Sarah Millican and David Baddiel confirmed

Storyhouse in Chester has revealed its 2018 spring season, with headline names in comedy, opera and dance all making an appearance.

Lead role announced for Cilla - The Musical

Cilla - The Musical, which will be embarking on a world premiere tour this autumn, has announced the lead casting.

Regional Theatre Review: The Simon & Garfunkel Story

If you’re not a fan going in, you’ll soon forget a time when you weren’t, says Laura Sexton.

London Theatre Review: Wind in the Willows

Fast-paced and fun, GLT's Keeley Rodgers reviews the new musical at London’s Palladium Theatre.

Winter premiere announced for The Retreat

London’s Park Theatre will host the premiere of new comedy drama called The Retreat from 2nd November until 2nd December.

Casting announced for tour of Wait Until Dark

The full casting for the national tour of Frederick Knott’s thriller, Wait Until Dark, has been revealed.

Casting revealed for Elf: The Musical

Casting has been unveiled for Elf: The Musical which will head to Theatre Royal Plymouth and The Lowry, Salford.

Flashdance to return to UK with 11 month tour

Flashdance the Musical will begin an 11 month-long UK tour this summer, which will star Strictly contestant Joanne Clifton.

Tour dates revealed for Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella

The production company, New Adventures, has revealed that Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella will be going on a UK tour from December.

Lead casting revealed for Son of a Preacher Man tour

Diana Vickers, of X-Factor fame, will star in the 2017 national tour of the new musical Son of a Preacher Man.

A Q&A with School of Rock star, Gary Trainor

Gary Trainor, who plays Dewey Finn in School of Rock the Musical, talks Robin Williams and playing in a one man band.

Title role and UK tour announced for Hedda Gabler

The National Theatre’s production of Hedda Gabler will embark on a UK tour this October, starring Lizzy Watts.

Casting revealed for Hairspray ahead of UK tour

The new regional tour of hit musical Hairspray will open on 16th August, and casting has been confirmed.

Jack and The Beanstalk: panto returns to Croydon

It has been announced that pantomime will return to Croydon’s Waddon Theatre this Christmas with Jack and The Beanstalk.

UK tour and London season for Around the World in 80 Days

The show Around the World in 80 Days will be embarking on a major UK tour this July.

The Girls announces West End exit and UK tour

The musical, The Girls has revealed that it will be closing in the West End on 15th July but will embark on a UK tour in August 2018.

Final London dates set for Carole King musical ahead of UK tour

Beautiful – The Carole King Musical will complete its West End run this August before embarking on a new UK tour.

Casting revealed for Aylesbury Snow White panto

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre has confirmed the lead roles for its festive pantomime of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

First UK La Cage Aux Folles tour commences

La Cage Aux Folles musical has begun its first UK tour, including at The Lowry at Salford and Milton Keynes Theatre.

A Q&A with Annie star, Alex Bourne

Alex Bourne, who will play Daddy Warbucks in the upcoming West End production of Annie, talks rehearsals, Laurence Olivier Award nominations, and shaving his head.

Star-studded cast revealed for Cat On A Hot Tin Roof

Colm Meaney, Sienna Miller and Jack O’Connell will star in the West End production of Cat On A Hot Tin Roof.