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Brian Conley to join the cast of Back to the Future The Musical
The stage and screen star will play Doctor Emmett Brown in Back to the Future The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre.
Cynthia Erivo to lead new adaptation of Dracula in the West End
Kip Williams’ one actor adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula will begin performances at London’s Noël Coward Theatre in February 2026.
The Talented Mr. Ripley set for first UK tour
The stage adaptation of the 1955 novel and hit film will tour UK theatres from 4th September, 70 years after the novel’s publication.
Carlos Acosta’s Nutcracker in Havana announces second UK tour
Nutcracker in Havana, choreographed and directed by Carlos Acosta CBE, will embark on its second UK tour from the end of October 2025.
Legally Blonde to tour UK in 2026
A new production of Legally Blonde The Musical will tour the UK and Ireland in 2026, opening at Leicester’s Curve Theatre in February.
Tina - The Tina Turner Musical to finish West End run
After seven years Tina, the stage show based on the life of legendary artist Tina Turner, will conclude its run in London’s West End.
London Theatre Review: The Comedy About Spies
Blueprints go missing and accents go wildly off course in this chaotic Cold War caper from Mischief, the makers of The Play That Goes Wrong. We went along to see it for ourselves.
Read moreToby Jones and David Harewood to star in Othello
A new West End production of Shakespeare’s Othello will open in October, at Theatre Royal Haymarket, starring David Harewood OBE, Toby Jones OBE and Caitlin FitzGerald.
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The Hunger Games stage show to launch at new Canary Wharf theatre
The first-ever live stage adaptation of the The Hunger Games will begin performances in October at the Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre, a brand new venue in Canary Wharf, London.
New group discounts available at largest performance venue in Cornwall
Located in Truro, the Hall for Cornwall is home to Cornwall Playhouse, the largest performance venue in the county, playing host to more than 300 shows throughout the year.
Wicked extends group bookings to December 2026
Groups can continue to save on tickets for midweek and weekend performances as the West End show extends its groups and trade booking to December 2026.
The Play That Goes Wrong announces extension and new cast
More mischief is guaranteed as The Play That Goes Wrong at London’s Duchess Theatre announces a new cast and extends its run until August 2026.
Disney’s The Lion King extends West End stay again
More tickets have been released through to December 2026 for the multi-award-winning production, with discounted rates available for group bookings.
Regional Theatre Review: War Horse
Expert puppetry by the Handspring Puppet Company mesmerised the audience, bringing to life the poignant story of Albert and his beloved horse, Joey.
Bridgerton’s Hannah Dodd leads new cast of Cabaret in London
Hannah Dodd, known for her role in Netflix’s Bridgerton, is set to star as Sally Bowles in the West End production of Cabaret, joining a newly announced cast at London’s Kit Kat Club.
Disney’s The Lion King extends West End stay again
Regional Theatre Review: War Horse
Bridgerton’s Hannah Dodd leads new cast of Cabaret in London
Helloooo, Poppets! Mrs Doubtfire musical to tour
Beloved Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire will be packing up her suitcase and hitting the road as musical Mrs Doubtfire tours the UK and Ireland.
KC and the Sunshine Band musical set for London debut
Get Down Tonight, a musical inspired by the early years of Harry Wayne Casey (of KC and the Sunshine Band), arrives at London’s Charing Cross Theatre this September.
London Theatre Review: The Great Gatsby
One of the most popular novels of all time has been brought to life in a high energy stage show which transports audiences back to the 1920s for a party filled with glamour and secrets.
Marmalade anyone? Paddington The Musical to receive world premiere
The much-loved bear from Peru will find a new home at the Savoy Theatre, London with music and lyrics by McFly front-man and best-selling children’s author, Tom Fletcher.
Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton starring in 2:22 A Ghost Story tour
The full cast for the 2025 leg of the UK tour of 2:22 A Ghost Story has been announced and includes Kevin Clifton and Stacey Dooley who will star as couple, Sam and Jenny.
TV presenter and singer Fleur East joining Tina Turner musical
Tina - The Tina Turner Musical has announced that Fleur East will make her theatrical debut in the lead role of Tina, and that the show has extended its booking period.
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