Theatre News and Reviews

Harry Potter Play - London - Palace Theatre

Harry Potter brought to the West End Stage

By Phil Willmott Friday, June 26 2015, 10:37

Harry Potter Play - London - Palace Theatre There’s a lot of buzz this morning with the announcement that Sonia Friedman, one of the UK's most successful and prolific producers, here and on Broadway, will bring Harry Potter to the West End stage.

24 Jun

Reviews

Review of 1984 at the Playhouse Theatre

By Phil Willmott Wednesday, June 24 2015, 16:55

1984 - Playhouse Theatre Long before it was the title of a voyeuristic TV game show the term “Big Brother” was coined by the novelist George Orwell. It comes from his influential book 1984 where it’s the name of the oppressive regime controlling, punishing and rewarding a mass population through dictating and monitoring its every move.

23 Jun

New Shows

The Illusionists comes to the West End

By Oliver Mitford Tuesday, June 23 2015, 09:56

The Illusionists The most successful magic show in the history of Broadway is coming to London’s Shaftesbury Theatre in November this year.

The Illusionists has toured to over 17 countries and stunned audiences in 71 different cities. The ever-changing cast of seven magicians, escapologists and illusionists whose talents make up the show has now been confirmed.

22 Jun

News

The 39 Steps due to close after 9 years on the West End

By Oliver Mitford Monday, June 22 2015, 23:27

The iconic West End production of The 39 Steps has posted its closing notices for the 5 September 2015, following a hugely successful 9 years at the Criterion Theatre.