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Shek the Musical: Cast Update

Shrek

The cast for next year's London production of Shrek the Musical has been confirmed. Nigel Harman and Nigel Lindsay will play the roles of evil ruler Lord Farquaar and loveable ogre Shrek respectively.The two Nigel's join Amanda Holden (Princess Fiona) and Richard Blackwood (Donkey) in the show,......

Posted by Ben on Friday 3rd September 2010 at 1:12PM

Van Outen to Join Legally Blonde

Legally Blonde

TV presenter and West End star Denise Van Outen will return to the London stage next month, joining Sheridan Smith and the cast of Legally Blonde the Musical at the Savoy Theatre. Former Hollyoaks actress Carley Stenson and talent show star Siobhan Dillon......

Posted by Ben on Wednesday 1st September 2010 at 10:02AM

Whoopi Goldberg Leaves Sister Act

Sister Act

Whoopi Goldberg has left the musical Sister Act after receiving the news that her mother had suffered a severe stroke. The star flew home today, Friday 27 August, to join her family at this difficult time. With immediate effect, the role of Mother Superior will......

Posted by Ben on Friday 27th August 2010 at 3:49PM

When We Are Married Cast Announced

When We Are Married

JB Priestley’s timeless comedy When We Are Married returns to London and the Garrick Theatre this autumn. The cast has now been announced, including some familiar faces from the worlds of theatre and television:Rosemary Ashe (Witches of Eastwick, Phantom of the......

Posted by Ben on Friday 20th August 2010 at 10:45AM

Flashdance the Musical Cast Announced

Flash Dance

The cast for Flashdance the Musical, which begins previews at the Shaftesbury Theatre in September, has been announced. Victoria Hamilton-Barritt, who starred as 'Alex' on the excellent UK tour, will reprise the role of the aspiring dancer. Matt Willis, singer, TV presenter and founder......

Posted by Ben on Friday 13th August 2010 at 2:08PM

Whoopi Describes 'Special' First Night in Sister Act

Sister Act

Whoopi Goldberg today described her Sister Act debut as 'truly special' after completing her first performance at the London Palladium. Watched by a packed house, including Sir Ben Kingsley and photographer Mario Testino, the actress received a standing ovation at the end of......

Posted by Ben on Wednesday 11th August 2010 at 4:26PM

Mamma Mia! Cast Change

Mamma Mia

Mamma Mia! will welcome Harriet Thorpe this June as she takes over the role of Tanya. Thorpe’s most famous credits include the BBC comedies The Brittas Empire and Absolutely Fabulous. Her West End credits include Wicked, Cabaret and Les Misérables.......

Posted by Joseph on Thursday 22nd April 2010 at 12:26PM

Blood Brothers: Last Chance to See Melanie C

Blood Brothers

Melanie C’s acclaimed West End debut in Willie Russell’s Blood Brothers will come to a end this month.  The former Spice Girl has received terrific praise for her portrayal of the indomitable Mrs Johnstone since taking over the role last October from former......

Posted by Ben on Thursday 15th April 2010 at 8:56PM

Chicago Cast Update

Chicago

Chicago has announced some forthcoming cast changes though, most significantly, Ruthie Henshall will extend her acclaimed run as ambitious chorus girl ‘Roxie Hart’.She will now stay in the musical until 17 April, extending her run by an additional two months. ......

Posted by Ben on Thursday 25th February 2010 at 4:14PM

Theatrical Phenomenon Rocks On

WWRY

As the theatrical phenomenon that is We Will Rock You approaches its eighth year at the Dominion Theatre, this audience pleaser shows no sign of stopping. The popularity of We Will Rock You was recently emphasised with......

Posted by Ben on Thursday 11th February 2010 at 7:05PM

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