Theatre

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.

10 of the most read articles of 2018

Counting down to the most read article, here are the most popular news stories and features that caught your attention on the Group Leisure & Travel website in 2018.

The King & I set to tour the UK in 2019

Following its season at the London Palladium, comes the announcement that The King & I will embark on a major UK tour from Spring 2019.

Nativity! The Musical to tour the UK again in 2019

The popular festive musical will once again tour the country, opening in Wolverhampton in October 2019.

Comedy musical Avenue Q to return in 2019 with UK tour

The musical featuring puppets will be visiting venues up and down the UK in 2019 opening at Portsmouth Kings Theatre on 25th January.

The Comedy About a Bank Robbery announces extension and new cast

The play will now be booking until November 2019, with a new cast set to join the show.

Pop-up Shakespeare's Rose Theatre to come to Blenheim Palace in 2019

The Shakespeare’s Rose Theatre will arrive at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire on 8th July.

Disney’s The Lion King marks 20th anniversary with extra group dates

The musical is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary in the West End in 2019, with booking extended for groups.

National tour of The Mousetrap to star Gwyneth Strong

The national tour of Agatha Christie’s murder mystery play The Mousetrap will star Only Fools and Horses’ Gwyneth Strong.

Ian McKellen to present 80 venue one-man tour

Sir Ian McKellen will be touring the country in 2019 on an 80-venue tour, visiting locations such as London, Northampton, Oxford and Norwich.

New Miss Trunchbull announced for Matilda The Musical

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that Elliot Harper will play Miss Trunchbull in 2019.

Full casting announced for UK and Ireland tour of The Bodyguard

The cast joining Strictly Come Dancing star Alexandra Burke on the UK and Ireland tour of The Bodyguard have been revealed.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns to London

A new production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, will return to London in 2019.

Bristol Old Vic’s history brought to foreground in new experience

The new heritage experience will acknowledge the 252-year history of the Bristol Old Vic through a host of experiences and attractions.

London Theatre review… Aladdin

After readers voted Aladdin as their Best Theatre Production at the 2018 Group Leisure & Travel Awards, Laura Sexton went along to the West End to see what all the fuss is about.

The Girl on the Train play to tour until July 2019

The stage adaptation of Paula Hawkins’ novel, The Girl on the Train, will tour the UK from January 2019, starring EastEnders’ Samantha Womack in the title role.

World premiere of The Worst Witch to open in Northampton

The show, based on the popular children’s novel, will open in Northampton this Christmas before embarking on a nationwide tour.

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie to welcome new lead actor

The West End hit will be welcoming a new principal actor from January to take over the role of Jamie.

Cast announced for UK tour of Peter James’ The House on Cold Hill

The adaptation of the thriller novel will star Rita Simons, Joe McFadden, Charlie Clements and Persephone Swales-Dawson.

Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution extends

The Agatha Christie play, Witness for The Prosecution has extended its booking period after a successful first year in London’s County Hall.

Further details announced for UK and Ireland premiere of Come From Away

Details of the debut of Come From Away, arriving in London in January 2019, have been announced.

Group tickets on sale for the West End’s Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The West End production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is now taking bookings until July next year.

Shearings Holidays unveils Strictly Come Dancing breaks

Shearings Holidays has launched its 2019 Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour packages which include tickets to the live shows, as well as transport and accommodation.

Bat out of Hell to leave the West End

The West End season of the Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical will draw to a close in January, 2019.

First production of Captain Corelli’s Mandolin to tour the UK in 2019

The first major stage production of Captain Corelli’s Mandolin will open its UK tour in April at Leicester’s Curve Theatre.

Tobacco Factory Theatres to re-open in Bristol

Southville’s Tobacco Factory Theatres will re-open this October following a major development.

Cast revealed for tour of Shakespeare in Love

The full casting for the tour of Shakespeare in Love has been announced with more dates to be revealed.

Interview: War Horse star, Thomas Dennis

Thomas Dennis, who stars as Albert in the record-breaking production, talks about being part of such an iconic show.

Aladdin will make way for West End run of Mary Poppins musical

The award-winning production of Mary Poppins will return to its original West End home for performances in 2019.

Thriller Live releases more tickets to mark tenth birthday

The concert style show, Thriller Live, will celebrate its tenth birthday in the West End in January and has announced the release of 190,000 more tickets.

Cast announced for UK and Ireland tour of Motown the Musical

The producers of Motown the Musical have revealed the cast for the UK and Ireland tour which opens in Birmingham.

Interview: Adrienne Warren on playing Tina in the latest Tina Turner musical

GLT speaks to Adrienne Warren about playing the role of a lifetime Tina Turner, in Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.

Modern classic, The Inheritance, to open in West End

New play, The Inheritance, surrounding the lives of a group of New Yorkers, will open in October at London’s Noel Coward Theatre.

TV’s Duncan James to star in West End’s Chicago

From this September, Duncan James of boyband Blue fame, will join the West End cast of Chicago at the Phoenix Theatre, playing the role of Billy Flynn.

Jordan Luke Gage taking on lead role in Bat Out of Hell

Former X-Factor contestant Jordan Luke Gage is raring to go after securing the lead role in the smash hit show Bat Out of Hell – The Musical next month.

11 pantos and shows to look forward to this Christmas

We round up some of the best pantomimes and festive performances that groups will love to see this winter season.

New Miss Trunchbull for London’s Matilda the Musical

Hayden Tee will take on the role of Miss Trunchbull for the first time this September in Matilda The Musical.

Star dancer to lead casting of Saturday Night Fever tour

Saturday Night Fever will begin a tour of the UK this month at New Wimbledon Theatre, and will star former Matthew Bourne dancer.

New cast announced for The Phantom of the Opera

As The Phantom of the Opera heads into its 33rd year, Andrew Lloyd Webber and producer Chris Mackintosh have announced a new cast for the show at Her Majesty’s Theatre in Haymarket, London.

Bat Out of Hell extends through to 2019

Due to popular demand, Jim Steinman’s Bat Out of Hell the Musical, will be extending through to January next year.

Dirty Dancing set to tour the UK again

A new tour of Dirty Dancing will open in Brighton this September before embarking on a UK wide tour running until July 2019.

The Comedy About A Bank Robbery to tour UK

Mischief Theatre’s West End show The Comedy About A Bank Robbery has revealed details of its first UK tour.

Simon & Garfunkel tribute fills void after emotional farewell by superstar

The sound of silence following singer Paul Simon’s last ever performance in the UK won’t last for long.

London Theatre Review: Witness for the Prosecution

You’ll leave the courtroom in a state of shock, both from finding out ‘whodunnit’ and from how impeccable the production is, says Laura Sexton after reviewing the Agatha Christie play at London County Hall.

Eastenders star Bonnie Langford to star in final run of 42nd Street at Theatre Royal

The star will join the cast of the musical 42nd Street for its final run.

Game of Thrones star to lead cast in West End premiere of Foxfinder

Iwan Rheon will star in a revival of Dawn King’s play Foxfinder which is set to premiere at London’s Ambassadors Theatre.

The Case Of The Frightened Lady casting revealed

A new cast has been announced for the autumn tour of The Case Of The Frightened Lady, led by John Partridge.

7 upcoming theatre tours you won’t want to miss

We round up some of the UK’s upcoming theatre tours, from plays to musicals, and explain why you’ll want to get tickets.

New musical Come From Away to open in West End

The UK and Ireland premiere of Come From Away will open in Dublin later this year, prior to its West End debut in 2019.

Five of England’s oldest group friendly theatres

We take a look at some of England’s oldest theatres, which also happen to be great for groups.

Corrie star to lead in new Rock of Ages UK tour

Kevin Kennedy, known as Curly Watts in Coronation Street, will star in a new tour of Rock of Ages.

Swan Lake to embark on 32-week UK tour in September

Matthew Bourne’s production of Swan Lake will head on a 32-week tour this winter.

Harry Potter star to lead in Doctor Dolittle tour

Mark Williams will star as Doctor Dolittle at the first ten venues of the new touring production from this autumn.

Dreamgirls to leave West End for UK tour

The final performance of Dreamgirls at London’s Savoy Theatre will be on January 12th 2019, prior to a UK tour, with full dates to be announced in due course.

Autumn tour dates released for Simply Sinatra

Simply Sinatra, a concert of music and songs made famous by one of the world’s most loved singer, Frank Sinatra, will tour the UK this autumn.

Bridge Theatre to host world premiere of Alan Bennett’s Allelujah!

The new Bridge Theatre in London, will present the world premiere of Nicholas Hytner’s production of Alan Bennett’s Allelujah!.

UK premiere revealed for On Your Feet!

On Your Feet! will play a limited season at the London Coliseum from 14th June to 31st August 2019.

Season of one-act plays to celebrate the work of Harold Pinter

Harold Pinter’s one-act play season will commence at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London this September, with a well-known cast.

Passion Play: Tour operators selling group tickets announced

The historic Passion Play that takes place in Oberammergau, Germany every ten years will be releasing tickets later this year and expects to be more popular than ever among groups.

Brief Encounter to extend in West End

Due to high demand, Noel Coward’s Brief Encounter has now been extended and is running until September at Empire Cinema Haymarket.

GLT’s top picks: 5 West End shows to make you laugh

We round up five shows in London that are likely to make you and your group chuckle this summer.

190,000 extra seats go on sale for Thriller Live

Thriller Live, a show that celebrates Michael Jackson’s musical legacy, has revealed a new booking period.

King Lear: More cast members announced to join Sir Ian McKellen

Further casting has been revealed for the West End transfer of Chichester Festival Theatre’s production of Shakespeare’s King Lear.

Further dates and lead role announced for Les Misérables tour

Three more venues have been added to the forthcoming Les Misérables UK tour which is opening this November in Leicester.

London Theatre Review: Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

A tribute to a true star, by a true star: Adrienne Warren dazzles as pop legend Tina Turner, says Rachel Bailey.

Disney Fantasia to be celebrated in new immersive show

The Vaults, London’s home for immersive theatre and alternative arts, has created a new experience celebrating Disney Fantasia, opening this summer.

Tour confirmed for Lisa Genova’s Still Alice stage adaptation

The stage adaptation of Lisa Genova’s novel, Still Alice, will tour the UK from September 2018.

Shakespeare Festival to return to Oxford Castle

The Oxford Shakespeare Festival will return to Oxford Castle & Prison this summer for the fourth consecutive year.

Countdown begins to the opening of Shakespeare’s Rose Theatre

A pop-up Shakespearean Theatre will make its debut in the historic city of York this summer.

Witness for the Prosecution extends into 2019

The Agatha Christie play which is currently being staged at London County Hall has released more tickets, taking its booking up to 31st March 2019.

Avenue Q to return for a new UK tour

Comedy musical Avenue Q will hit the road again next year when it begins a new tour of UK venues.

Take That musical, The Band, to have West End run

It has been announced that the musical, The Band, will have a six-week run in London following the success of its UK tour.

Chicago extends booking period due to high demand

The show which is set to open in April at the Phoenix Theatre in London has extended its booking period until October.

Further tour dates announced for Rock of Ages

The show, opening at The Churchill Theatre in Bromley on 20th September, has now extended its running time, with more venues added to the tour for 2019.

Glasgow start for UK tour of The Bodyguard

A new tour for musical The Bodyguard will open at the Glasgow Theatre Royal on 3rd December.

2017 breaks record for West End show attendances

The Society of London Theatre (SOLT) has announced that last year was a record breaker for the capital’s theatre industry with attendances topping 15 million.

Lulu to star as Dorothy Brock in 42nd Street

Singer and actress Lulu will take over the role of Dorothy Brock, previously held by Sheena Easton, in the West End production of 42nd Street, it has been announced.

Jason Donovan to star in The War of the Worlds

Jeff Wayne’s musical version of H.G Well’s The War of the Worlds will return for a tour of the UK this year to celebrate its 40th year and will feature some big names.

Theatre and arts complex opens in Southampton

Studio 144 is now open in Guildhall Square in Southampton and is home to a gallery and a theatre company.

Sir Ian McKellen to star in West End transfer of King Lear

Chichester Festival Theatre’s production of Shakespeare’s King Lear will be transferring to the West End this July and will star Sir Ian McKellen in the title role.

London run confirmed for The King & I

A new West End run for The King & I will run at the London Palladium from June until September.

Photo gallery: Julius Caesar opens at the Bridge Theatre

Julius Caesar has opened at the Bridge Theatre in London and the first production images have been revealed.

Interview: The Ferryman’s Justin Edwards

Justin Edwards, who is currently starring as Tom Kettle in The Ferryman at the Gielgud Theatre in London, tells GLT about his return to the stage and tackling political issues in the show.

October start for first ever Motown The Musical tour

The first UK and Ireland tour of Motown The Musical will begin this October at Birmingham’s New Alexandra Theatre.

Anniversary tour for Fame to mark 30 years of performances

Fame - The Musical is set to play at venues across the UK in a new 30th anniversary tour opening at Manchester Palace on 26th July 2018.

Regional Theatre Review: War Horse

“A simply stunning and moving production”, GLT reviews War Horse at the New Theatre in Oxford.

Bat Out Of Hell to return to the West End in 2018

It has been announced that Jim Steinman’s musical will be returning to London’s West End next year, with performances beginning at the Dominion Theatre on 2nd April.

10 of the most read features of 2017

Counting down to first place, we look back at the most read articles on the Group Leisure & Travel website for 2017.

Extension for The Comedy About A Bank Robbery

The Mischief Theatre production is now taking bookings until November 2018 at the Criterion Theatre in London and has welcomed new cast members for its new extended period.

Final UK tour for Birdsong

Birdsong, a play adapted by Rachel Wagstaff from the Sebastian Faulks novel of the same name, will be touring the UK for the last time next year.

Full casting announced for tour of The Play That Goes Wrong

The Play That Goes Wrong, currently playing at the Duchess Theatre in London, has revealed a UK tour for 2018 which has had its cast confirmed.

Q&A with School of Rock's Stephen Leask

Group Leisure & Travel spoke to Stephen Leask about his new role as Dewey Finn in School of Rock the Musical.

London Theatre Review: Young Frankenstein

“Spectacularly funny, insanely rhythmic, and horrifyingly good”; GLT reviews Young Frankenstein at the Garrick Theatre in London.

Darcey Bussell, Susan Calman and Jonnie Peacock to join Strictly live tour

New names have been confirmed participate in the Strictly Come Dancing Live UK tour in 2018.

Regional Theatre Review: Hairspray

A truly entertaining night out that’s guaranteed to have you on your feet by the end.

Mamma Mia! extends booking period

West End musical, Mamma Mia!, has announced another extended booking period, taking the run into its 19th year with performances now available until 20th October 2018.

Strictly’s Brendan Cole to tour the UK

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer, Brendan Cole will embark on a UK tour from January with his show, All Night Long.

Cast changes and extended run announced for Dreamgirls

Dreamgirls has announced a new cast and an extended run through to 2nd June 2018.

Stomp to close in London

The Olivier Award-winning production of Stomp will end its 15 year run in London’s West End on 7th January 2018.

Girl from the North Country to open in the West End

After a critically-acclaimed run at The Old Vic theatre, Bob Dylan and Conor McPherson’s Girl from the North Country will be transferring to the West End for a limited run.

Broadway star to play Tina Turner in musical

Adrienne Warren has been announced as the actress set to play Tina Turner in the upcoming show, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.

New Bridge Theatre welcomes first audience

The recently completed Bridge Theatre, situated on the river by Tower Bridge and City Hall in London, recently welcomed its first ever audience ahead of officially opening.

Q&A with Catherine Steadman from Witness for the Prosecution

Witness for the Prosecution is running until March 2018 at London County Hall.

Q&A with Tango Moderno’s Flavia Cacace and Vincent Simone

With Tango Moderno hitting the road this month, former Strictly stars Flavia and Vincent tell all why they love tango so much.

Lead casting revealed for The Importance of Being Earnest tour

The casting for the 2018 UK tour of the Oscar Wilde play will include Gwen Taylor and Susan Penhaligon.

My Fair Lady: Christmas musical confirmed for The Mill

My Fair Lady will be staged at The Mill at Sonning, Berkshire, from 23rd November until 27th January 2018.

UK tour of comedy show Quartet announced

The stage adaptation of the film Quartet will be staged at Cheltenham Everyman Theatre next February before embarking on a tour of the UK.

Strangers on a Train confirms casting for 2018 UK tour

A new production of Strangers on a Train will feature familiar faces from Mr Selfridge, Call The Midwife and Coronation Street.

Casting revealed for The Exorcist

Jenny Seagrove, Peter Bowles, and Adam Garcia will star is Sean Mathia’s new stage production of The Exorcist.

Casting announced for The Birthday Party

It’s been revealed that Pearl Mackie will join Toby Jones, Stephen Mangan and Zoë Wanamaker in a revival of Harold Pinter’s The Birthday Party.

Russian ballet troupe confirms UK tour

The Russian State Ballet of Siberia will return to the UK next year with its 16th tour of the nation.

Wicked extends booking period for 24th time

Around 500,000 more tickets have now been released for Wicked, which has announced it will now take bookings until December 2018, marking its 24th extension.

Hairspray starts UK tour

Hairspray has started its UK tour, which will see it visit over 30 venues across the UK until June 2018.

Little Women to debut at Manchester’s Hope Mill Theatre

Broadway musical Little Women will make its European debut at Manchester’s Hope Mill Theatre, this autumn.

Group benefits and new shows for RPO 2018 season

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) has revealed details and highlights of its 2018 season, including its benefits for groups.

West End run confirmed for Exorcist stage adaptation

Horror novel and subsequent film, The Exorcist, has had a stage adaptation confirmed, which will run in London from this autumn.

Downton Abbey star to lead Witness for the Prosecution

The new production of Witness for the Prosecution by Agatha Christie has revealed Catherine Steadman and Jack McMullen in title roles.

London Theatre Review: Matilda The Musical

Keeley Rodgers went to see the show at London’s Cambridge Theatre, before it goes on its first UK tour.

Aaron Sidwell to join Wicked 2018 UK & Ireland tour

Wicked has announced that EastEnders actor Aaron Sidwell will join the production’s UK & Ireland tour in 2018, playing Fiyero.

Craig Revel Horwood to star in Annie as booking extends

The West End’s production of Annie has extended its booking period, and revealed that Craig Revel Horwood will take on the role of Miss Hannigan.

New cast announced for The Woman in Black

The West End’s production of Susan Hill’s The Woman in Black, is set for a cast change with two new lead actors.

Rehearsals Begin For National Theatre’s War Horse

The rehearsals for the UK tour of War Horse have now started, ready for the first performance in September.

Julian Clary to star in black comedy, Le Grand Mort

Comedian Julian Clary, together with actor James Nelson-Joyce, will star in Le Grand Mort this autumn.

Regional Theatre Review: Around the World in 80 Days

The classic is bought to life with eight actors taking on an incredible feat with heaps of energy and ingenuity.

The West End: Uncovering London’s tourist hotspot for groups

We take a look at why you London’s West End has more to offer visitors beside the theatre.

Elvis tribute act goes on world tour

Ben Portsmouth, described as ‘the world’s number one’ Elvis tribute act, is going on an international tour starting this month.

Cast announcement for A Judgement In Stone

Chris Ellison and Robert Duncan have been announced as the newest members of A Judgement in Stone’s cast.

Yorke Dance Project to perform at The Royal Opera House

Dance company, Yorke Dance Project, will be joining up with five ballet companies this autumn for Kenneth MacMillan: a National Celebration at The Royal Opera House.

Things I Know To Be True embarks on new UK tour

The critically acclaimed Things I know To Be True will return to audiences in the UK from September until January.

This House embarks on first ever tour

The political drama, This House, which examines the 1974 hung parliament, will hit the road for the first time next February.

Evita to return to West End with 12 week run

Evita will make a return to the West End later this year, playing a 12 week run from 2nd August until 14th October.

Strictly's Joanne Clifton on landing her dream role in Flashdance

Joanne Clifton tells GLT’s Keeley Rodgers about quitting Strictly to pursue her childhood dream.

Homeland star, F Murray Abraham, on life as an actor

F Murray Abraham speaks to Rachel Bailey about London show The Mentor, the importance of comedy and his passion for Shakespeare.

The Railway Children embarks on a new UK tour

The Railway Children, adapted for the stage, has just begun a new UK tour that will run until November.

UK tour of Fat Friends to star former cricket hero

A UK tour has been announced for Fat Friends, starring cricket star Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff will join the cast.

A Q&A with new Aladdin star, Matthew Croke

Matthew Croke has recently joined the London cast of Aladdin in the title role; here, he tells Rachel Bailey about how his West End debut is going.

Casting for National Theatre’s Follies announced

The National Theatre’s production of Follies will star Imelda Staunton, Tracie Bennett and Janie Dee.

Full casting announced for The Band

The full cast for the UK Tour of Tim Firth’s new musical, The Band, has been confirmed.

Pippin revival to premiere in Manchester

It has been announced that Manchester will see a city premiere of the musical show Pippin this summer.

London Theatre Review: Annie

Does Miranda Hart shine in new West End musical, Annie? We went to see how the show measures up and if the hype was worth it.

Further casting announced for Cat On A Hot Tin Roof

Lisa Palfry, Hayley Squires and Brian Gleeson are announced to be joining the Cat On A Hot Tin Roof cast.

Lead cast changes for Wicked

It’s been announced that the lead London cast for Wicked, running at the Apollo Victoria Theatre, will undergo some changes as of 24th July.

Comedy Review: Stewart Lee - Content Provider

Should Stewart Lee’s tour be on your group’s schedule this year? Paul Maguire, former judge at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards finds out.

London Theatre Review: The Girls

Elena Dimama recommends a group trip to see West End musical The Girls – but you’ll have to be quick, as it closes in July.

Strictly’s Danny Mac joins Sunset Boulevard cast

Danny Mac of Strictly Come Dancing fame will star as Joe Gillis in the UK and Ireland tour of Sunset Boulevard.

Cast revealed for UK tour of War Horse

The National Theatre has announced its production of War Horse will set off on a new UK tour this September.

London Theatre Review: Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour

Eye-wateringly bad language and sexual references in abundance, audiences, you have been warned.

York’s Beauty and the Beast Christmas panto names cast

Beauty and The Beast panto, which will run this winter at the Grand Opera House in York, reveals cast.

Peter Pan panto to run at Blackpool Opera House

Selladoor has announced that its Peter Pan panto will be shown at Blackpool Opera House from 16th December until 7th January.

John Barrowman and The Krankies to star in Manchester panto

Manchester Opera House has unveiled the casting for this year’s Christmas pantomime, Dick Whittington.

Legally Blonde to hit the road again in September

Legally Blonde the Musical will go on an extensive new UK tour this September, opening at the Churchill Theatre in Bromley.

The Terrible Infants to celebrate tenth anniversary

A ten year anniversary production of The Terrible Infants will run at Wilton’s Music Hall in London this autumn.

Trump - The Panto to premiere at Leicester Square Theatre

Leicester Square Theatre has revealed its 2017 adult pantomime as Trump - The Panto.

Regional theatre review: Dirty Dancing

An outdated show that’s clinging on to life, or a timeless and ever popular classic that still has its place in 2017? Rachel Bailey shares her thoughts on the new UK tour of Dirty Dancing.

Drama and comedy: first line-up announced for new Bridge Theatre

The Bridge Theatre has revealed the line-up for its opening this October, which will include Julius Caesar and Young Marx.

Miss Saigon UK tour: additional dates and casting announced

Further dates for the UK and Ireland tour of the new Miss Saigon musical announced, along with the principal casting.

New Storyhouse theatre announces autumn show line-up

The brand new theatre, Storyhouse, in Chester, has announced its autumn season of shows, which will include Blood Brothers and Footloose.

Birmingham and Wembley to host Peter Pan panto

Birmingham and Wembley will both host Peter Pan – Christmas in Neverland as their Christmas pantomime offerings this winter.

London Theatre Review: 42nd Street

Laura Sexton left the theatre with dancing feet after reviewing 42nd Street at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, in London’s West End.

Some Guys Have all the Luck: Rod Stewart musical hits the road

A new musical celebrating the life and music of singer Rod Stewart has just began a tour of UK venues.

Brian Conley to star in Milton Keynes’ Christmas panto

Milton Keynes Theatre has announced that Brian Conley will appear in this year’s family pantomime, Cinderella, in the role of Buttons.

London Theatre Review: An American in Paris

Laura Sexton left the West End in a dancing daze after reviewing An American in Paris at the Dominion Theatre.

Su Pollard to star in Waterside Theatre’s Christmas panto

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre has announced that actress Su Pollard will star in its Christmas pantomime, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

Stepping Out: London theatre review

“I anticipated an all-singing, all-dancing, showbiz-style production”, writes Laura Sexton, on Stepping Out. But did the new show meet her expectations?

Son of a Preacher Man: new musical to hit the road

New musical Son of a Preacher Man, directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood, will begin a UK tour this September.

Jersey Boys set for second UK and Ireland tour

The producers of Jersey Boys have announced that the musical will embark on a second UK and Ireland tour.

Regional theatre review: Funny Girl

Laura Sexton gives Funny Girl a standing ovation after going to review it at Milton Keynes Theatre.

The Curious Incident begins 2017 UK tour

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time has just opened in Leeds, and will tour UK theatres until September.

Shirley Valentine to embark on UK Tour

A new UK tour of the play Shirley Valentine has been announced in celebration of its 30th anniversary.

Shrek The Musical announces second UK tour

Shrek The Musical has announced a second UK tour, and will open for a Christmas run in Edinburgh this December.

Line-up revealed for Oxford Shakespeare Festival 2017

Details have been announced for the Oxford Shakespeare Festival 2017; four popular Shakespeare plays including Macbeth will run over the summer.

La Cage Aux Folles embarks on UK tour

La Cage Aux Folles is currently touring the UK, visiting venues including the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton.

Annie set to hit the West End this May

The musical of Annie will open in the West End this May, and will star comedian Miranda Hart as Miss Hannigan.

Motown the Musical; new tickets released

Motown the Musical has released over 200,000 new tickets, extending the booking period until 24th February 2018.

Greatdays Travel Group launches Cruise the World Musical Lunch

Greatdays Travel Group has added several new group-friendly lunch events to its collection of trips and tours, called Cruise the World Musical.

London Theatre Review: Dreamgirls

Group Leisure gives Dreamgirls five big gold sparkly stars after reviewing the production at the Savoy Theatre on the Strand.

Kinky Boots extends booking until September

It has been announced that the booking period for the West End production of Kinky Boots is extending until 30th September.

Wicked announces 2018 UK tour

Wicked, the musical that tells the ‘untold story of the witches of Oz’, will go on a new UK tour in 2018.

Group tickets on sale now for Gilbert and Sullivan Festival

Tickets to the Gilbert and Sullivan Festival in Harrogate are now available to purchase, and group rates are available.

Dinosaurs in the Wild: new show for Birmingham and Manchester

An immersive theatre production called Dinosaurs in the Wild will visit venues in Birmingham and Manchester from June.

Charing Cross Theatre to stage premiere of The Braille Legacy

The Charing Cross Theatre will host the world premiere of The Braille Legacy from 10th April until 24th June.

Buried Child extends West End run

The Pulitzer prize-winning play, Buried Child, is to extend its West End run until March 2017.

Confessions of a Wicked virgin

Sarah Holt went along to watch a tenth anniversary showing of Wicked and discovered a production that’s acutely contemporary in light of the US election.

Alfie Boe and Katherine Jenkins to star in Carousel

Alfie Boe and Katherine Jenkins will star in Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel in the West End next year.

New Flashdance tour to open in Glasgow

A new tour of Flashdance will tour the UK in 2017, opening on 7th August at the King’s Theatre in Glasgow.

Sam Womack to head cast of The Addams Family

Casting for the UK tour of The Addams Family has been confirmed, and Samantha Womack of EastEnders fame will play Morticia.

The Wind in the Willows musical to open in West End in 2017

The new musical, The Wind in the Willows, will open at the London Palladium in 2017.

New Hairspray UK tour; over 30 venues confirmed

Hairspray has announced a new UK tour for 2017/18, which will visit over 30 locations including Sheffield, Dartford, Southampton and Nottingham.

Torben Betts’s Invincible will tour the UK again in 2017

Torben Betts’s Play, Invincible, will tour the UK for a second time, commencing in January 2017.

Bat Out of Hell to join West End next summer

Bat Out of Hell – The Musical will open in the West End next June for a limited season.

Throughly Modern Millie to tour UK in 2017

Musical comedy, Thoroughly Modern Millie, is set to tour the UK in 2017, beginning at the New Wimbledon Theatre on Tuesday 17th January.

The Glass Menagerie to open in London

Tennessee Williams’s play, The Glass Menagerie, which has previously run on Broadway, will open in the West End in January.

The Wild Party; first London run confirmed

Michael John LaChiusa’s The Wild Party will receive its first major London production at The Other Palace, playing from 11th February.

Dreamgirls: West End rehearsals begin

Rehearsals have started for the forthcoming production of Dreamgirls, which is due to officially open in the West End in December.

Jersey Boys to end West End run

Jersey Boys is to close at the Piccadilly Theatre next March following a nine year run in the West End.

Babe adapted for stage; UK tour announced

Adapted from Dick King-Smith’s novel, Babe, the Sheep-Pig is being adapated for a new touring stage production in 2017.

Stepping Out: UK tour before West End run

The comedy Stepping Out will embark on a UK tour from October before opening in the West End at London’s Vaudeville Theatre in March 2017.

Sheridan Smith to reprise lead role in Funny Girl UK tour

Sheridan Smith will reprise her performance of Fanny Brice for the UK tour of Funny Girl next year.

Fantastic Mr Fox to embark on UK tour

A major UK tour of Roald Dahl’s Fantastic Mr Fox is set to commence at the Lyric Hammersmith in London in January 2017 following its world premiere at Nuffield Southampton Theatre at the end of this year.

Warwick Davis to star in Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs

This Christmas, Warwick Davis will star in the family pantomime Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs at the New Victoria Theatre, in Woking in Surrey.

The Kite Runner to open in the West End

Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner has been adapted for stage; the new show will open in the West End in December.

West End transfer for Half a Sixpence

The musical Half a Sixpence will transfer from the Chichester Festival Theatre to the Noel Coward Theatre in London this October.