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Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight coming soon!

Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight coming soon!
Just AnnouncedNews Desk, October 4th, 2024
HolidayClassicalMovies in Concert
Who doesn't love settling down in front of the television on Christmas day and watching their favourite yuletide film? Our friends at Fever certainly do, and they're putting on a special concert to celebrate the beloved tradition! Be transported to the festive season, as the finest ensemble plays iconic soundtracks, all while surrounded by hundreds of candles. It's simply a must for your Christmastime....
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Gavin Creel 1976 - 2024

Gavin Creel 1976 - 2024

Breaking NewsKitty, October 1st, 2024
Virtual Experience
The theatre world mourns one of its brightest stars today after the shocking news of Tony, Grammy, and Olivier winner Gavin Creel's passing aged 48 after a short battle with a rare cancer. A regular face on Broadway and in the West End......
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Vinnie Jones Added To Only Fools And Horses Cast

Vinnie Jones Added To Only Fools And Horses Cast

CastDaniel, September 25th, 2024
Musical
The beloved musical adaptation of Only Fools and Horses is set to return with a star-studded twist this Christmas. The show, which delighted audiences in the West End until last year, has announced that Hollywood actor Vinnie Jones will joi...
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Moulin Rouge! The Musical coming soon!

Moulin Rouge! The Musical coming soon!

Just AnnouncedNews Desk, September 19th, 2024
MusicalTony WinnerTony Nominee
Spectacular, specular! The Broadway and West End smash hit Moulin Rouge! The Musical is now setting out in a UK Tour! A thrilling experience for audiences, this marvellous production is based on the iconic Baz Lurhmann film of the same name and is directed by Alex Timbers, with gorgeously designed by Derek McLane. Evoking the film's Demi-Monde flavour, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is a sumptuous experience, from the moment you take your seat!...
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Cinderella coming soon!

Cinderella coming soon!

Just AnnouncedNews Desk, September 16th, 2024
HolidayPantoFamily
Bippity Boppity Boop your way to the Manchester Opera Theatre House and join Cinderella as she goes from rags to riches in this family favourite pantomime. Starring the fabulously wicked Myra DuBois as the evil Stepmother, Pete Firman as Buttons and Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist and Olivier-nominated actress Alison Jiear as the Fairy Godmother. With a welcoming dose of glitzy costumes and sets, innuendo's and plenty of audience participation; it's the perfect way to welcome in the festive season!...
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Stage Royalty - Kings and Queens of Theatre

Stage Royalty - Kings and Queens of Theatre

From HQKevin, September 11th, 2024
Virtual Experience
Most of today's monarchs on stage are swapping Shakespearean monologues for electric guitars, stunning dance numbers and even a fierce pair of stilettos. Ladies and gentlemen, please bow for the kings and queens of modern theatre!...
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The Biggest Shows Coming To Manchester in 2024/2025

The Biggest Shows Coming To Manchester in 2024/2025

Kevin, April 29th, 2024
A city center that fits all your needs, live music at every corner, and a tram that'll whizz you anywhere in minutes - no wonder they call Manchester a mini-London! It was the birthplace of Oasis, The Stone Roses and The Manchester Tart....
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Celebrating Women On Stage Who Fought For Equality

Celebrating Women On Stage Who Fought For Equality

Kevin, August 21st, 2024
Virtual Experience
We see it in documented battles waged by real-life suffragettes and activists such as Susan B. Anthony and Sojourner Truth and feel it channeled through our favorite fictional heroines - in the ongoing fight for women's equality....
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This Years Tony Award Nominations!

This Years Tony Award Nominations!

Scarlet, May 9th, 2023
Virtual Experience
The 76th Tony Award nominations have been announced! A total of 38 shows were eligible for nominations, with 27 making the cut. Funny Girl's Lea Michele and previous Tony Winner Myles Frost had the honor of announcing this years nods....
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Ball, Boe, Donnelly and Jaden take the leads for the Les Miserables Arena Spectacular!

Ball, Boe, Donnelly and Jaden take the leads for the Les Miserables Arena Spectacular!

Kitty, August 27th, 2024
MusicalPrestige
Les Miserables fans will be happy with today's casting as these Les Miz legends return to the show as it heads out on this exciting new arena tour. With Killian Donnely and Alfie Boe as Jean Valjean and Bradley Jaden and Michael Ball ......
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Book Lovers Day recommendations for Broadway fans!

Book Lovers Day recommendations for Broadway fans!

From HQKitty, August 6th, 2024
Book Recs for Broadway fans - this Book Lovers Day, why not try out some of these page-to-stage originals?...
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The Shark is Broken coming soon!

The Shark is Broken coming soon!

Just AnnouncedNews Desk, August 2nd, 2024
Following sell-out success at the Edinburgh Festival plus subsequent West End Broadway engagements, this hit comedy, written by Joseph Nixon and Ian Shaw (son of Robert) is coming to you on tour. Based on Robert Shaw's own drinking diaries during the shoot, we learn how the trio, fuelled by alcohol and ambition, passed the time bullying, bickering, and bragging while sitting out the interminable delays caused by their Great White co-star....
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Dates announced for Cruel Intentions

Dates announced for Cruel Intentions

Just AnnouncedNews Desk, July 26th, 2024
Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical is coming to you. Based on the classic French novel, Les Liaisons Dangereuses, and the hit 1999 film, this new musical is a '90s throwback, including the nostalgic hits from the original soundtrack like "Love Fool," "Just A Girl," and, of course, "Bittersweet Symphony." It's just as intoxicating musical as intentionally cruel!...
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Dates announced for A Knight's Tale

Dates announced for A Knight's Tale

Just AnnouncedNews Desk, July 23rd, 2024
Manchester Opera House and Runaway Entertainment promise a Knight to remember as they bring this brand new musical adaptation of the titular 2001 film to you in spring 2025! A rollicking adventure that follows William Thatcher on his quest to become the best knight in the Kingdom, this exciting staging is adapted by Brona C. Titley, and will be directed by Rachel Kavanagh, with choreography from Matt Cole. In the words of Titley, the show is set to be "a sexy, silly, jousty, dancey, romance-y, musical extravaganza" that captures the original spirit of the movie for a whole new audience!...
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A Brief History Of Queer Theatre

A Brief History Of Queer Theatre

From HQKevin, July 16th, 2024
Queer theatre has always had a rebellious nature, and isn't afraid to show its true colours. It's sparked important conversations during times when openly discussing LGBTQ+ issues was taboo or illegal, throughout history......
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Bat Out Of Hell dates for your diary

Bat Out Of Hell dates for your diary

Just AnnouncedNews Desk, July 4th, 2024
It's time to start revving your engines as Jim Steinman's Bat Out Of Hell heads out on a brand new UK tour! This mega-musical extravaganza is based on Meat Loaf's iconic album of the same name and features over 20 of the supergroup's hits, including, "Paradise by the Dashboard Light" and "Heaven Can Wait". Bat Out Of Hell made its West End debut in 2018, where it took London audiences by storm, now it's your turn to have a slice of the action!...
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Test Your Knowledge: Broadway Edition!

Test Your Knowledge: Broadway Edition!

From HQSaadiqah, June 19th, 2024
Who doesn't love a word search? A challenge sure to engage your brain; we've designed a custom word to test your Broadway musical knowledge. Can you find them all? Good luck!...
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Calamity Jane dates for your diary

Calamity Jane dates for your diary

Just AnnouncedNews Desk, May 30th, 2024
Whip-Crack Away! Carrie Hope Fletcher is steppin' into Calamity Jane's cowgirl boots for this brand new tour of the classic musical! A free-wheelin' musical set in the Wild West, the show follows the romance between frontierswoman Calamity and folk hero Wild Bill Hickock, as they work together to restore order to Deadwood City. Soundtracked by toe-tappin' musical numbers like 'It's Harry I'm Planning to Marry' and 'Secret Love', this is one hoedown you don't want to miss!...
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Happy Wicked Day!

Happy Wicked Day!

From HQSaadiqah, April 25th, 2024
Join us, alongside millions of theatre fans, in celebrating one of Broadway's longest-running musicals with National Wicked Day today! Wicked made its debut at Broadway's Gershwin Theatre on October 30, 2003...
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Dates announced for Kinky Boots

Dates announced for Kinky Boots

Just AnnouncedNews Desk, April 11th, 2024
Making dancing, twirling and somersaulting in heels look easy since it sashayed into London's Adelphi Theatre in 2013, Cindy Lauper and Harvey Fierstein's musical has taken the world by storm with its message of acceptance, a cracking pop-filled score and a dizzying amount of fabulousness. Garnering six Tony and three Olivier awards, let your hair down and step on down for this new tour starring Strictly Come Dancing sensation Johannes Radebe and Grease's Dan Partridge....
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