Theatre & Entertainment
DORIAN: The Musical, Southwark
Dorian: The Musical, Inspired by Oscar Wilde’s “The Picture of Dorian Gray”, DORIAN: The Musical is an exciting new adaptation that gives the Gothic tale a Glam, modern twist with a newly composed score that sears through the action, propelled by influences from Bowie to Brecht. A modern, queer fairy-tale, it challenges perceptions of gender and identity […]
Outings
TRACY-ANN OBERMAN, SAMUEL BARNETT, ABIGAIL THORN AND JOHN OWEN-JONES AMONGST MANY OTHERS TO STAR IN KING’S HEAD THEATRE PRIDE FUNDRAISER – FULL LINE UP ANNOUNCED 7 / 9 / 14 / 21 JUNE King’s Head Theatre are thrilled to announce the official, star-studded line up for their Pride Month Fundraiser: OUTINGS, playing throughout the month […]
Review: Tom Fleatcher’s There’s a monster in your show, Blackheath halls
Evie and I recently attended There’s a Monster in Your Show at Blackheath Halls, a delightful 50-minute musical based on Tom Fletcher’s popular Who’s in Your Book? series. As fans of his books, which are perfect for children aged 2 and up, we were excited to see how the series would translate to the stage—and it didn’t disappoint! A […]
Disney 100: Exhibition Review
When I saw the Disney 100: Exhibition London advertised, I couldn’t wait to attend! This long-awaited event at the Excel Centre promised a magical journey through Disney’s history. Unfortunately, when it came time to book tickets, my plans fell apart due to an illness bug in the family. With term time also a no-go, I had to […]
The Children’s Inquiry
5 July – 3 August 2024, Southwark Playhouse Elephant Multi-award-winning company LUNG returns with a new verbatim musical, The Children’s Inquiry. Premiering at Southwark Playhouse Elephant this July, the production shines a powerful light on the UK’s childcare system. A Verbatim Musical About the Care System Drawing on the first-hand experiences of young people, foster […]
SLAVE PLAY
Written by Jeremy O. Harris, Directed by Robert O’Hara The UK premiere of Slave Play by Jeremy O. Harris will take over the Noël Coward Theatre from 29 June to 21 September 2024. Directed by Robert O’Hara, this bold and groundbreaking play digs deep into themes of race, identity, and sexuality in twenty-first-century America. Why […]
Classical Drag 2024
A major new event in London’s Pride celebrations comes to the stage this summer as the first-ever Classical Drag takes over Soho’s Outernet on 3 July 2024. Tickets are on sale now here. In a never-before-seen performance, the worlds of Drag and classical music collide for one night only as part of Classical Pride’s five-day festival for 2024. This first-of-its-kind […]
Review: The Book Of Grace, Arcola Theatre
When an abusive husband is awarded a medal for his service patrolling the Texas-Mexico border, it brings to the fore the family conflict between him, his estranged son and his hopeful wife, Grace.Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and Tony nominee Suzan-Lori Parks (Topdog/Underdog), The Book of Grace paints a visceral family portrait, reflecting on society’s hostility towards […]
The Government Inspector | Marleybon Theatre
Synopsis This hilarious new adaptation sets the action in a small parochial town in late 19th century Britain, where the corrupt local officials mistake an over-privileged, vainglorious liar, who just happens to be passing through the town, for a high-ranking government inspector. Desperate to cover up their crimes and escape censure, the town’s Governor and his […]
Agathe: A Powerful Theatre Depiction of Rwanda’s Tragic History
Agathe at The Playground Theatre presents a compelling, emotional account of Rwanda’s 1994 genocide. Though its initial run has ended, this production remains unforgettable. If it returns or tours, it’s one you shouldn’t miss. The show centres on the true story of Agathe Uwilingiyimana, Rwanda’s first female prime minister, portrayed by the talented Natasha Bain. […]