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Sunny Afternoon: Proof That Jukebox Musicals Can Work

Features

Sunny Afternoon: Proof That Jukebox Musicals Can Work

I am no fan of the film version of Mamma Mia. It prioritises song over substance, indulging itsel...

7 Jul, 2016 | By Harry Tennison

Why You Should Watch 1984

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Why You Should Watch 1984

For a third consecutive year, the radical adaptation of 1984 from Headlong, the Almeida and Notti...

7 Jul, 2016 | By Harry Tennison

Duel Of The Disney Villains: Scar Vs Jafar

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Duel Of The Disney Villains: Scar Vs Jafar

Disney are about to send their second mega-musical, Aladdin, into the West End to join the astron...

9 Jan, 2016 | By Harry Tennison

In A Whole New World... Who Would You Cast?

Features / Casting

In A Whole New World... Who Would You Cast?

Undoubtedly, Disney’s transfer of Aladdin the Musical is the most exciting thing to happen in the...

22 Nov, 2015 | By Harry Tennison

Olivier’s: Best New Musical Award Candidates

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Olivier’s: Best New Musical Award Candidates

As we reach the halfway stage between the 2014 and 2015 Olivier Awards, the judges must begin to ...

7 Oct, 2015 | By Harry Tennison

Review: A Standing Ovation for Oresteia

Reviews / Features

Review: A Standing Ovation for Oresteia

The incessant sounds of clocks ticking as you entered the auditorium for Oresteia at Trafalgar St...

9 Sep, 2015 | By Harry Tennison

Stars On Stage: This Year's Big Stars In The West End

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Stars On Stage: This Year's Big Stars In The West End

Normally, for most theatre regulars, you notice somebody on the stage that you’ve seen before. Th...

13 Aug, 2015 | By Harry Tennison

Something A Little Different... Theatre Outside The Box

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Something A Little Different... Theatre Outside The Box

Last year, London played host to some of the most intuitive and exciting theatrical experiences. ...

28 Jul, 2015 | By Harry Tennison

What's Coming Up? Openings And Closings In Theatreland

Features / New Shows + Transfers

What's Coming Up? Openings And Closings In Theatreland

As is the nature in the unpredictable, but rewarding, world of London theatre, many of the best s...

21 Jul, 2015 | By Harry Tennison