Theatre News and Reviews

The Magic Continues: 5 Reasons to Experience Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

By Emmie Newitt Thursday, September 21 2023, 12:37

Do you ever wish you could step back into the enchanting world of Harry Potter? Unlock a brand new story from the wizarding world at the Palace Theatre with the award-winning Harry Potter and the Cursed Child which has been delighting audiences since it opened in 2016.

The Company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Filled with a spellbinding storyline, memorable characters, an immersive stage design and we cannot forget some mind-blowing magic! Here are 5 reasons why you should go and see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in the West End.

21 Sep

Reviews

Review: REBECCA at Charing Cross Theatre

By Stuart King Thursday, September 21 2023, 08:37

Sitting in the stalls of the Charing Cross theatre last evening, I swear there was a discernible creaking of timber. Perhaps not the beams of Manderley about to fall into a smouldering ruin, but more likely Daphne du Maurier shifting restlessly in her coffin, politely inquiring who had had the temerity to stage such a well-meaning yet lacklustre musical version of her classic Rebecca.

Richard Carson and Lauren Jones in REBECCA at the Charing Cross Theatre. Photo by Mark Senior

Rufus Hound (Gary) in It's Headed Straight Towards Us at the Park Theatre. Credit Pamela Raith Photography

20 Sep

Reviews

Review: IT’S HEADED STRAIGHT TOWARDS US at Park Theatre

By Stuart King Wednesday, September 20 2023, 08:44

When this reviewer was still doing his best to wear a school uniform in a scruffy, disaffected manner, The Young Ones were all the rage on TV. Forty years on and two of that troop of anarchic comedians — Adrian Edmondson (who eschewed Ade some while ago) and Nigel Planer (the lank-haired drippy Young One) have pooled their collective writing talents to bring us IT’S HEADED STRAIGHT TOWARDS US, which opened this week at Park Theatre.

Rufus Hound (Gary) in It's Headed Straight Towards Us at the Park Theatre. Credit Pamela Raith Photography

19 Sep

News

From Broadway to London: 5 Irresistible Reasons to Catch Hamilton in the West End

By Emmie Newitt Tuesday, September 19 2023, 10:44

If you’re a theatre lover or remotely interested in musicals, chances are you’ve heard the buzz surrounding Hamilton. This groundbreaking production has taken the world by storm, and lucky for Londoners, it has been in the West End since 2017. Jam-packed with a captivating storyline, exceptional music score, and unrivaled performances, Hamilton is a must-see for theatregoers. Here are six of the reasons why catching Hamilton in the West End is an absolute must for any theatre enthusiast.

The Company of Hamilton. Photo Danny Kaan