By Phil Willmott Thursday, August 23 2018, 14:38
Since it opened at the Coliseum in 2017 the rock musical BAT OUT OF HELL, featuring songs made famous by Meatloaf has firmly established itself as a West End favourite. Now in its new and I imagine long-time home, the massive Dominion Theatre, it seems bedded in for a significant run.
Jordan Luke Gage will be taking on the lead role of Strat from 3 September
By Stuart King Friday, August 17 2018, 17:46
David Williams’ latest yarn aimed at the kids market has hit the West End this week. Fun and frolics for all ages, (so long as you are under 8 years old or a particularly undiscerning adult).
Neal Foster directs his own adaptation in conjunction with his Birmingham Stage Company and it ticks along at a reasonable pace on the small but busy stage.
Gangsta Granny 2018 at the Birmingham Stage Company. Tom Cawte (Ben) and Jenny Gayner (Mum). Photo by Mark Douet.
By Nicky Allpress Thursday, August 16 2018, 15:53
Emilia Bassano is a fascinating woman in her own right who doesn’t need to be defined by a celebrity lover, but it’s suggested that along her journey she was the secret muse of William Shakespeare.
By Stuart King Tuesday, August 14 2018, 11:27
Brian Friel’s ARISTOCRATS at the Donmar Warehouse — it’s Bergman under the influence of Chekhov, set on the imaginary croquet lawn of a once grand house in Ballybeg, Ireland.
By Stuart King Monday, August 13 2018, 10:28
Spiral a new play by writer/performer Abigail Hood, received its premiere at Park Theatre earlier this week. In her play, Ms Hood tackles some sensitive and difficult subjects but commendably, tries to minimise the sensationalism.
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