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Familiar names included as casting announced for Paddington musical
The principal cast for the world premier of Paddington The Musical, including the Brown family and Mr Curry has been revealed, with performances beginning in November in London.
Stephen Fry and Hugh Dennis join cast for Oscar Wilde Classic
The National Theatre has announced the full cast for its West End production of The Importance of Being Earnest, featuring Stephen Fry and Olly Alexander.
Girls Aloud star Nicola Roberts joins Hadestown cast
Former Girls Aloud star Nicola Roberts will join the cast of Hadestown at London’s Lyric Theatre, playing Persephone from September until January 2026.
Game of Thrones and The Full Monty actor to star in West End musical
The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is transferring to the West End following a sold-out run at the Chichester Festival Theatre.
Full cast announced for Dear England tour
David Sturzaker will take on the role of Gareth Southgate alongside EastEnders actress Samantha Womack as team psychologist Pippa Grange.
Mia Carragher Leads The Hunger Games Stage Adaptation
Mia Carragher will take on the lead role of Katniss Everdeen in the first-ever live stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s acclaimed book The Hunger Games.
MJ The Musical: the hype is real…
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is thrilling West End audiences at the Prince Edward Theatre in MJ.
Read moreTim Minchin meets young cast of Matilda The Musical tour
Casting has been announced for the upcoming tour of Matilda The Musical, which begins at the Curve in Leicester on 6th October 2025 and runs through into 2027.
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Inspector Morse brought to the stage for the first time
The full casting has been announced for the tour of Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts, with Tom Chambers playing the lead role and theatres across the country set to welcome the famous detective.
Regional Theatre Review: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
A sight to behold, this adaptation is a theatrical treat on the senses and groups can catch the nationwide tour to experience the classic story first-hand - here’s what we thought.
Ed McVey and Maisie Smith to star in The Talented Mr. Ripley
The Crown’s Ed McVey and former EastEnders cast member and Strictly Come Dancing finalist Maisie Smith will take on the roles of Ripley and Marge in the show’s first ever UK tour.
Modern retelling of Single White Female to premiere on the stage
The world premiere production of Single White Female starring Kym Marsh is set to hit the stage on its UK and Ireland tour, with dates starting from January 2026.
Elf The Musical returning for Christmas
The hit musical based on the much-loved Christmas film is returning to the West End for a strictly limited ten-week run until the new year.
Strictly’s Johannes to strut into the West End with Kinky Boots
Following a record-breaking tour, Strictly Come Dancing star, Johannes Radebe will make his West End debut in the new production of Kinky Boots The Musical opening in March 2026.
Further venues announced for Mamma Mia! UK tour
Mamma Mia! will head out on a UK tour from October 2025, and additional dates include runs at theatres nationwide through to August 2026.
Elf The Musical returning for Christmas
Strictly’s Johannes to strut into the West End with Kinky Boots
Further venues announced for Mamma Mia! UK tour
Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy live show coming to London
The interactive show will open at Riverside Studios in November, with visitors able to explore the world based on Douglas Adams’ novels and the 2005 film.
London Theatre Review: Evita
Magnetic vocals, emotive routines and a unique and surprising performance of its most well-known number make Jamie Lloyd’s production of Evita a must see in London’s West End.
London Theatre Review: Hercules
Disney on Stage delivers another fun, high-energy musical adaptation that fans of the film and newcomers alike are sure to enjoy.
Mean Girls The Musical touring UK theatres in 2026
Lorne Michaels, Crossroads Live and Sonia Friedman Productions have announced the UK and Ireland tour of Mean Girls The Musical will open at Manchester Opera House on 23rd February 2026.
Stunning, lavish, gorgeous: Top Hat at Chichester Festival Theatre
Groups can enjoy some of Hollywood’s greatest songs in Irving Berlin’s Top Hat, playing at the Chichester Festival Theatre from 14th July to 6th September 2025.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button closing in October
The award winning musical has announced its final extension at The Ambassadors Theatre, with its last West End performance taking place on 11th October 2025.
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