When a young boy's snowman comes to life on Christmas Eve, the two set off on a night-time quest for adventure. On their travels, they meet dancing penguins, reindeer and, of course, Father Christmas.
He's soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary odyssey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in no man's land.
"Will you join in our crusade? Who will be strong and stand with me? Somewhere beyond the barricade Is there a world you long to see? Do you hear the people sing? Say, do you hear the distant drums? It is the future that they bring When tomorrow comes..."
In The Forest of Arden boundaries between reality and fantasy merge in Shakespeare's vibrant comedy of life and love.
Susan McFadden, the winner of ITV’s Grease is the Word talent show, is to replace Sheridan Smith as Elle in the West End’s Legally Blonde the Musical. McFadden will become the lead from January 10, 2011, appearing alongside Denise Van Outen, who stars as Paulette.
Unanimously acclaimed by the critics, Stephen Mallatratt’s adaptation of Susan Hill’s best selling novel combines the power and intensity of live theatre with a cinematic quality inspired by the world of film noir. It is a formula that provides audiences with an evening of unremitting drama as they are transported into a terrifying and ghostly world.
Tickets for Yes Prime Minister reduced from £52.50 to £42.50 including booking fees. Valid Monday to Thursday performances from 6 to 23 December 2010
Incredibly, The Rivals will see them sparring on stage for the first time. Sheridan's extraordinary comedy of manners promises an unmissable evening's entertainment.
Schedule: Tuesday 21st – 3.00 and 7.45 Wednesday 22nd – 3.00 and 7.45Thursday 23rd – 3.00 and 7.45 Friday 24th – 3.00 Saturday 25th – NO SHOW Sunday 26th – NO SHOW Monday 27th – NO SHOW Tuesday 28th – 3.00 and 7.45 Wednesday 29th – 7.45 Thursday 30th – 3.00 and 7.45 Friday 31st – 3.00 Saturday 1st – 3.00 and 7.45 Sunday 2nd – NO SHOW Monday 3rd – 7.45 Tuesday 4th – 7.45 Wednesday 5th – 7.45 Thursday 6th – 3.00 and 7.45 Friday 7th – 3.00 Saturday 8th – 3.00 and 7.45
It's December 1968 and Judy Garland is about to make her comeback... again. In a London hotel room with her young new fiancé at her side, Garland battles with a tornado of drugs and alcohol as she undertakes an exhausting series of concerts at the Talk of the Town to try and reclaim her crown as the greatest talent of her generation. Despite a series of failed marriages and a wrecked Hollywood career, Judy remains a tough, compelling, remarkable woman always armed to the teeth with her legendary...
Picture the scene. It's New York, it's the late 70's, you're in a discothèque and as the heartstopping intro to one of your favourite funky hits strikes up, a man in a white suit, with beautifully angular flares and wearing a nifty pair of Cuban heels, struts his way through the crowd like a quiffed Moses parting the Red Sea of dance. This fly disco stallion then proceeds to move, twist and wiggle his way through a pantheon of classic tunes, making ladies flustered and men very, very jealous. That...
This Christmas, Horrid Henry takes his rightful place in the spotlight on the West End stage! Along with Mum, Dad, Perfect Peter, Moody Margaret, Rude Ralph and all your favourite characters. Only they’re not going to b in the spotlight, of course, not if Henry’s got anything to do with it.
Alfie Boe is scheduled to perform from Thursday 23rd June – Saturday 26th November, excluding all Monday evening and Wednesday matinees . He is scheduled NOT to perform on the following dates: 6 August, 20 August, 10 Sept, 19-24 Sept, 31 Oct - 5 November, 12 November and 18 November Matt Lucas is scheduled to perform all eight shows per week from his first performance on Thursday 23rd June until his last performance on Saturday 10th September and currently has no holiday scheduled.
Ian Fleming's Chitty Chitty Bang Bang has arrived! With sensational sets, stunning special effects and brimming with memorable songs by the Sherman Brothers including Truly Scrumptious, Toot Sweets, Hushabye Mountain and its Oscar Nominated title song Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, this is the ultimate High-Flying Stage Musical.
Tickets for AN IDEAL HUSBAND reduced from £50.50 to £39.50 and £37.50 to £27.50. Valid for ALL performances from 1 January to 19 February 2011 (excludes 14 February). Offer strictly subject to availability.
With a photographer from the local paper due to arrive any second, a missing housekeeper and a doorbell that wont stop ringing, can the three couples keep a lid on their embarrassing secret?
Snowman tickets reduced from £32 to £18 to all evening performances from 01 to 23 December and 08 December 2.30pm, 13 December 11am and 2.30pm, 14 December 11am and 2.30pm, 17 December 11am and 2.30pm
Enjoy an afternoon tea on the Thames with Bateaux London. Spend your afternoon discovering the magic of the city from the river on board the Naticia, enjoying sandwiches, pastries and scones, as well as an assortment of teas and musical delights. Escape the bustle of the city for an afternoon of tea, talk and treats with Bateaux London.
With its liberal smattering of fairies, love potions, bestiality and puns, A Midsummer Night's Dream remains one of Shakespeare's best loved comedies. According to the legend associated with the play, Shakespeare wrote it specifically for Queen Elizabeth I (although what she would have made of the fairy queen Titania sleeping with a donkey is anybody's guess...) Every summer sees a new crop of Midsummer Night's Dreams arrive but Ed Hall's production stands out due to the Propeller Company's all...
David Wood OBE is undisputedly the country’s leading writer and director of plays and musicals for children. His many successes include Shaun the Sheep, Fantastic Mr Fox, The Gingerbread Man, BFG, The Witches, Meg and Mog, Spot and Babe the Sheep Pig.
A feast of magic, music, humour and spectacle, A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM is one of Shakespeare's best -loved comedies. This production revives Gregory Doran's hugely popular and critically acclaimed show from the 2005 Comedies Season.
Children’s Laureate Michael Rosen’s, ever popular We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to life on stage by Director Sally Cookson’s loving adaptation and Benji Bower’s versatile lively score.
Children’s Laureate Michael Rosen’s, ever popular We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to life on stage by Director Sally Cookson’s loving adaptation and Benji Bower’s versatile lively score.
Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest is one of the most popular plays ever written. Subtitled ‘A trivial comedy for serious people’, it is bursting with hilarious lines and extraordinary twists of fate and sparkles with the witty dialogue of its genteel protagonists.
Blithe Spirit tickets discount: Was £54.90, now £43.50 including booking fees. Discount valid Monday to Thursday performances.
Children’s Laureate Michael Rosen’s, ever popular We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to life on stage by Director Sally Cookson’s loving adaptation and Benji Bower’s versatile lively score.
Enjoy an afternoon tea on the Thames with Bateaux London. Spend your afternoon discovering the magic of the city from the river on board the Naticia, enjoying sandwiches, pastries and scones, as well as an assortment of teas and musical delights. Escape the bustle of the city for an afternoon of tea, talk and treats with Bateaux London.
Novello Theatre tickets are available from the Novello Theatre box office or from official ticket agencies.
The world, of course, has turned meanwhile. Spin has become an art form and the BlackBerry is the must-have accessory. Dossiers have been ‘sexed up’, the ‘special relationship’ put to the test and countless MPs have stood down to ’spend more time with their families’.
Featuring new songs as well as cult Shrek anthem – ‘I'm a Believer’ , SHREK THE MUSICAL brings the well loved characters to life, in a hilarious and spectacular new production based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks Animation film. The world of fairytales is turned upside down in an all singing, all dancing, irresistible mix of adventure, laughter and romance.
Years have passed since political prisoner, Paulina, suffered at the hands of her captor: A man whose face she never saw, but can still recall with terrifying clarity. Tonight, by chance, a stranger arrives at the secluded beach house she shares with her husband Gerardo, a human rights lawyer. A stranger Paulina is convinced was her tormentor and must now be held to account...
The 1000-seat auditorium is exactly like a normal indoor theatre even with comfortable padded seats. Every ticket-holder has an allocated seat that will be on either side of the track.
The legendary meeting was masterminded by Sun Records’ founder Sam Phillips, who discovered all four of the musicians, and brought Elvis Presley (and his then girlfriend) back to the recording studio that launched him to stardom. Together with Sun Records' fast-rising new superstar Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins, who was still chasing his next big hit after writing and recording Blue Suede Shoes, the fourth member of this impromptu "quartet" was Phillips' latest signing, Jerry Lee Lewis.
Years have passed since political prisoner, Paulina, suffered at the hands of her captor: A man whose face she never saw, but can still recall with terrifying clarity. Tonight, by chance, a stranger arrives at the secluded beach house she shares with her husband Gerardo, a human rights lawyer. A stranger Paulina is convinced was her tormentor and must now be held to account...
Enjoy an afternoon tea on the Thames with Bateaux London. Spend your afternoon discovering the magic of the city from the river on board the Naticia, enjoying sandwiches, pastries and scones, as well as an assortment of teas and musical delights. Escape the bustle of the city for an afternoon of tea, talk and treats with Bateaux London.
The flamboyant Petruchio wins the unruly Kate's hand in marriage. Will his unconventional methods succeed in curing her temper and scolding tongue? Stephen Boxer returns to the company to play Petruchio. He is joined by Green Wing's Michelle Gomez as Kate.
Snowman tickets reduced from £32 to £18 to all evening performances from 01 to 23 December and 08 December 2.30pm, 13 December 11am and 2.30pm, 14 December 11am and 2.30pm, 17 December 11am and 2.30pm
STOMP is about a group of people, with very strong personalities, who work together using simple building blocks to create something complex , something everyone can identify with: everyone has, at some time, to engage in group activity, whether they like or know the people they are working with or not. It's the little idiosyncrasies, the differences between people, and the games of one-upmanship that ensue, which define the group dynamic.
In 1961 emotions run high as young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win a national song writing competition - and, more importantly, the attention of the gorgeous Sue! But when Bobby discovers that shy Laura is no slouch on the piano, love and rock 'n' roll fame beckons...
Floriano kills a Prince and flees. Erifila escapes an abhorrent arranged marriage. Uncertain of their futures they take refuge in Valencia’s famed asylum. Locked up with fools and physicians they become entangled in the convolutions of a glorious farce.
16 years were taken away from Sunny Jacobs, convicted and sentenced to death for a crime she did not commit. Culled from interviews, letters, transcripts, case files, and the public record, THE EXONERATED tells the true stories of six people sent to Death Row for crimes they did not commit. The interweaving stories paint a picture of an American criminal justice system gone horribly wrong and of six brave souls who persevered to survive it.
During this phenomenal run there have been no fewer than 297 actors and actresses appearing in the play, 86 miles of shirts have been ironed and over 320 tons of ice cream sold. Some cast members are in the Guinness Book of Records, David Raven as the 'Most Durable actor' for 4575 performances as Major Metcalf, and the late Nancy Seabrooke for a record breaking 15 years as an understudy. THE MOUSETRAP first entered the record books many years ago on 12th April 1958 when it became the longest running...
Webster’s poetic masterpiece tells the dark and bloody story of the recently widowed Duchess. As jealousy, madness and bloodshed surround her, the Duchess retains her strength and dignity, even in the face of death.
The legendary meeting was masterminded by Sun Records’ founder Sam Phillips, who discovered all four of the musicians, and brought Elvis Presley (and his then girlfriend) back to the recording studio that launched him to stardom. Together with Sun Records' fast-rising new superstar Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins, who was still chasing his next big hit after writing and recording Blue Suede Shoes, the fourth member of this impromptu "quartet" was Phillips' latest signing, Jerry Lee Lewis.
Following a 2012 critically acclaimed sell-out run at Chichester Festival Theatre The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui will transfer to the Duchess Theatre in September with Henry Goodman once more in the title role. Arturo Ui is a funny, sharp and thrilling take on the rise of Hitler shot through with razor-sharp wit. Chicago in the 1930s, the Great Depression - a time of unemployment, fear and corruption, and the perfect time for a small-fry crime boss and his henchmen to make it big, to seize a greater...
Running time 2h20min. Performance times: Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm and Thursday and Saturday at 2.30pm
In 1961 emotions run high as young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win a national song writing competition - and, more importantly, the attention of the gorgeous Sue! But when Bobby discovers that shy Laura is no slouch on the piano, love and rock 'n' roll fame beckons...
Holed up at The Cricketers' Arms, the permanently ravenous Francis spots the chance of an extra meal ticket and takes a second job with one Stanley Stubbers, who is hiding from the police and waiting to be re-united with Rachel. To prevent discovery, Francis must keep his two guvnors apart. Simple!
Holed up at The Cricketers' Arms, the permanently ravenous Francis spots the chance of an extra meal ticket and takes a second job with one Stanley Stubbers, who is hiding from the police and waiting to be re-united with Rachel. To prevent discovery, Francis must keep his two guvnors apart. Simple!
The Tiger Who Came to Tea Performance Schedule: Wednesday July 6th 11am Thursday July 7th 11am Friday July 8th 11am (press performance) Saturday July 9th 10.30am and 12.30pm Sunday July 10th 10.30am and 12.30pm Tuesday July 12th 11am Wednesday July 13th 11am Thursday July 14th 11am Friday July 15th 11am Saturday July 16th 10.30am and 12.30pm Sunday July 10th 10.30am and 12.30pm Tuesday July 19th 11am Wednesday July 20th 11am Thursday July 21st 11am Friday July 22nd 11am Saturday July...
With the help of a daft dog, a beautiful bird and a friendly frog, the lost belongings are retrieved. But this broomstick’s not meant for five and – CRACK! - it snaps in two! When a hungry dragon appears, who will save the poor witch?
In a celebration of London’s finest storyteller, Simon Callow tells the stories as Dickens, seamlessly interweaving the autobiographical elements with bringing his most memorable and intriguing characters back to life painting an unforgettable portrait of Dickens. Famed for his roles in Four Weddings and a Funeral, A Room with a View and Amadeus the critically acclaimed actor in both the UK and USA Simon Callow makes a much anticipated return to the West End stage in The Mystery of Charles...
Years have passed since political prisoner, Paulina, suffered at the hands of her captor: A man whose face she never saw, but can still recall with terrifying clarity. Tonight, by chance, a stranger arrives at the secluded beach house she shares with her husband Gerardo, a human rights lawyer. A stranger Paulina is convinced was her tormentor and must now be held to account...
Children’s Laureate Michael Rosen’s, ever popular We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to life on stage by Director Sally Cookson’s loving adaptation and Benji Bower’s versatile lively score.
Seen by millions across the globe this worldwide smash-hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. Told by a tremendous cast of 37 and featuring 35 hit songs, including “Hungry Eyes”, “Hey Baby”, “Do You Love Me?” and the heart stopping “I’ve Had The Time Of My Life.”
He's soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary odyssey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in no man's land.
The 1000-seat auditorium is exactly like a normal indoor theatre even with comfortable padded seats. Every ticket-holder has an allocated seat that will be on either side of the track.
The legendary meeting was masterminded by Sun Records’ founder Sam Phillips, who discovered all four of the musicians, and brought Elvis Presley (and his then girlfriend) back to the recording studio that launched him to stardom. Together with Sun Records' fast-rising new superstar Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins, who was still chasing his next big hit after writing and recording Blue Suede Shoes, the fourth member of this impromptu "quartet" was Phillips' latest signing, Jerry Lee Lewis.
Packed full of George and Ira Gershwins’ classic songs including “I Got Rhythm”, “Someone To Watch Over Me”, “Embraceable You” and “Nice Work If You Can Get It”, CRAZY FOR YOU boasts not only some of the finest songs ever written but some of the most dynamic choreography ever seen on the London stage.
The legendary meeting was masterminded by Sun Records’ founder Sam Phillips, who discovered all four of the musicians, and brought Elvis Presley (and his then girlfriend) back to the recording studio that launched him to stardom. Together with Sun Records' fast-rising new superstar Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins, who was still chasing his next big hit after writing and recording Blue Suede Shoes, the fourth member of this impromptu "quartet" was Phillips' latest signing, Jerry Lee Lewis.
PRISCILLA is a heart-warming, uplifting adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus (nicknamed Priscilla) searching for love and friendship and end up finding more than they could ever have dreamed.
These three of the 20th century have been immortalized on the silver screen and have between them made a massive impact on popular music and culture.
A verbally scintillating and richly inventive play, Stoppard retells Hamlet through the eyes of two of its minor characters. Vaguely conscious that they are bit parts in a much bigger story of which they have no direct knowledge, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern hilariously and poignantly inhabit a world completely beyond their grasp.
Established in 2006, THRILLER LIVE moonwalked into the West End after three acclaimed UK tours and standing ovations across Europe. Currently playing at the Lyric Theatre, as well as simultaneously touring the world, award-winning director Gary Lloyd’s THRILLER LIVE brings to life the sensational dancing and distinctive sound of Michael and the Jackson 5.
Established in 2006, THRILLER LIVE moonwalked into the West End after three acclaimed UK tours and standing ovations across Europe. Currently playing at the Lyric Theatre, as well as simultaneously touring the world, award-winning director Gary Lloyd’s THRILLER LIVE brings to life the sensational dancing and distinctive sound of Michael and the Jackson 5.
The new cast will play at the Noël Coward Theatre for ten weeks only from 3 November – 9 January, at which point Calendar Girls will move theatres. These details will be announced shortly.
James Earl Jones made his West End debut in 1978 as the star of the Broadway transfer of Paul Robeson (one-man show). He won Tony Awards for ‘Best Actor’ for his performances in August Wilson’s “Fences” and “The Great White Hope”; he was also nominated for a Tony for his role in the revival of “On Golden Pond”. His other Broadway credits include “Master Harold and the Boys”, “Of Mice and Men” and “The Iceman Cometh”. Phylicia Rashad starred in the Broadway production of “August: Osage County” and...
A verbally scintillating and richly inventive play, Stoppard retells Hamlet through the eyes of two of its minor characters. Vaguely conscious that they are bit parts in a much bigger story of which they have no direct knowledge, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern hilariously and poignantly inhabit a world completely beyond their grasp.
He's soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary odyssey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in no man's land.
Tina Turner is arguably one of music’s greatest ever live performance and recording artist ‘diva’s’, and was named one of the greatest singers of all time by Rolling Stone Magazine. With a career spanning over 50 years, her combined album and single sales total approximately 180 million copies worldwide. She has won 9 Grammy Awards, and an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, amongst many other accolades and honours.
Snowman tickets reduced from £32 to £18 to all evening performances from 01 to 23 December and 08 December 2.30pm, 13 December 11am and 2.30pm, 14 December 11am and 2.30pm, 17 December 11am and 2.30pm
He's soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary odyssey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in no man's land.
The Ladykillers tells the classic black comedy tale of a sweet little old lady, alone in her house, pitted against a gang of criminal misfits who will stop at nothing.... Posing as amateur musicians, Professor Marcus and his gang rent rooms in the lopsided house of sweet but eccentric Mrs Wilberforce. The villains plot to involve her unwittingly in Marcus’ brilliantly conceived heist job. The police are left stumped but Mrs Wilberforce becomes wise to their ruse and Marcus concludes that there...
Join Mouse on an adventurous journey through the deep dark wood… meet a wheeler-dealer Fox, an eccentric old Owl, a maraca-shaking, party-mad Snake! Mouse can scare these hungry animals away with tall stories of the terrifying Gruffalo, but what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined…?
16 years were taken away from Sunny Jacobs, convicted and sentenced to death for a crime she did not commit. Culled from interviews, letters, transcripts, case files, and the public record, THE EXONERATED tells the true stories of six people sent to Death Row for crimes they did not commit. The interweaving stories paint a picture of an American criminal justice system gone horribly wrong and of six brave souls who persevered to survive it.
GHOST is the hit musical based on the award-winning movie that captured the hearts and imaginations of a generation back in the 90s. It landed on the West End stage last year – and now celebrates its first birthday having already played to over 500,000 people.
Steve Anderson is also renowned for his work with Kylie Minogue, having been her musical director since 1998, working on every tour and appearance including Showgirl, X and The Sydney Olympics as well as being her producer for songs such as Confide In Me and the White Diamond film score. He has also worked as musical director for Westlife, Christophe Willem and Rent at the Duke of York’s Theatre, also directed by William Baker. He has produced, written and remixed songs for Take That, Britney Spears...
A spectacular visual feast, this adaptation of Disney’s much-loved film The Lion King , transports audiences to a dazzling world that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music. At its heart is the powerful and moving story of Simba - the epic adventure of his journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands.
Please be advised that Ghost Stories contains moments of extreme shock and tension. The show is unsuitable for anyone under the age of 15. We strongly advise those of a nervous disposition to think very seriously before attending.
When a troubled teenager starts to spin a web of deceit, all around her are soon caught up in it. Karen Wright ( Keira Knightley ) and Martha Dobie ( Elisabeth Moss ) have worked for years to establish their all-girls boarding school, and now, with the school flourishing and Karen on the verge of marriage, their lives and loves finally appear secure. However, when malicious student Mary runs away from the school and seeks to avoid being sent back, she draws on hearsay, gossip, and her own imagination...
Established in 2006, THRILLER LIVE moonwalked into the West End after three acclaimed UK tours and standing ovations across Europe. Currently playing at the Lyric Theatre, as well as simultaneously touring the world, award-winning director Gary Lloyd’s THRILLER LIVE brings to life the sensational dancing and distinctive sound of Michael and the Jackson 5.
In a mysterious lock up in south London two sons divvy up the emotional legacy of their estranged father. An unsettling tale of brothers, bloodties, nationhood, and a dead London cabby, that plays out like a taut thriller.
Joining Samuel Barnett (Rosencrantz), Jamie Parker (Guildenstern) and Tim Curry (The Player) are Chris Andrew Mellon (The Player King), Michael Benz (Horatio), Fiona Gillies (Gertrude), Tom Golding (Fortinbras), Charles Hamblett (Alfred), Jack Hawkins (Hamlet), Andrew Jarvis (Polonius/Ambassador), Katherine Press (Ophelia) and James Simmons (Claudius) as well as Trevor Allan Davies, Tomm Coles, Jody Elin Machin, Zac Fox, Elisabeth Hopper, Greg Last, James Northcote and Stephen Pallister.
Shrek The Musical is recommended to audience members of all ages. As a useful guide to adults who intend to bring young people, the show is most enjoyed by ages 5 and over. It is the policy of the Theatre Royal Drury Lane that any child age 3 and under will not be admitted into the theatre. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket. Current SHREK cast holidays 30 October–10 November – Nigel Lindsay 15–28 November – Nigel Harman These are subject to change. Please...
