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Theatre News Round Up - March 28 - April 2

Becky Wallis

Apr 2, 20222 min read

Theatre News Round Up - March 28 - April 2

The news that has had theatre land talking this week includes Full casting announced for Legally Blonde Full casting has been announced...

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Becky Wallis

Mar 30, 20226 min read

Why is Theatre so Comforting?

According to The Mental Health Foundation, ‘engaging in arts, social activities and interaction within our communities can help with...

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The Red - Original Theatre Online - Review

Becky Wallis

Mar 18, 20224 min read

The Red - Original Theatre Online - Review

With such successes as ‘Into the Night’, ‘A Splinter of Ice’ and ‘Being Mr Wickham’ under their belts, Original Theatre have been pushing...

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I never thought, oh, maybe one day I could do this as my job - Danny Kaan Interview

Becky Wallis

Mar 16, 202210 min read

I never thought, oh, maybe one day I could do this as my job - Danny Kaan Interview

Danny Kaan is a photographer, making a name for himself photographing events all over the West End and beyond, both on and off stage. I...

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Bedknobs and Broomsticks UK Tour - Theatre Royal Plymouth Review

Becky Wallis

Mar 13, 20225 min read

Bedknobs and Broomsticks UK Tour - Theatre Royal Plymouth Review

(Please note, I could not find a cast board anywhere at the performance I attended, therefore I apologise in advance if I get any names...

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Mary Poppins - Prince Edward Theatre London - Review

Becky Wallis

Mar 8, 20223 min read

Mary Poppins - Prince Edward Theatre London - Review

When it comes to creating magic both on screen and on stage, Disney certainly know what they are doing. From ‘The Lion King’ to ‘Frozen’,...

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime Review - MayflowerTheatre Southampton

Sam Schreiber

Feb 26, 20224 min read

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime Review - MayflowerTheatre Southampton

“This is good Christopher. It’s very exciting. I like the details. They make it more realistic.” – The Curious Incident of the Dog in the...

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Into The Night (Online Streaming) Review

Becky Wallis

Jan 13, 20223 min read

Into The Night (Online Streaming) Review

Forty years ago, the Cornish village of Mousehole was shook to the core when eight volunteer lifeboat men from the town took to sea in...

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Aladdin the Pantomime (Theatre Royal Plymouth) Review

Becky Wallis

Jan 9, 20223 min read

Aladdin the Pantomime (Theatre Royal Plymouth) Review

Pantomime is big business for the theatre industry, and a special part of the festive season for many families. And after the last couple...

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A Christmas Carol - Le Navet Bete (Online Stream) Review

Becky Wallis

Jan 5, 20223 min read

A Christmas Carol - Le Navet Bete (Online Stream) Review

If you had asked us back in March 2020, when theatres were first forced to close to the coronavirus pandemic, that we would still be...

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Becky Wallis

Dec 29, 20217 min read

Going to the theatre during a Pandemic

It’s hard to believe that we are only a few months away from having to mark the anniversary of two years since theatres were forced to...

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Pantoland at the Palladium - West End Review

Becky Wallis

Dec 22, 20214 min read

Pantoland at the Palladium - West End Review

Pantomimes are a staple of the British theatre industry, and after the last couple of years, a trip to the theatre for a couple of hours...

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Becky Wallis

Dec 20, 20212 min read

Theatre News Round Up - December 11-19

The news that has had theatre land talking this week includes... Les Miserables role swap saves performance To ensure that the show could...

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9 to 5 the Musical UK Tour Review - Theatre Royal Plymouth

Becky Wallis

Dec 1, 20213 min read

9 to 5 the Musical UK Tour Review - Theatre Royal Plymouth

Inspired by the 1980 movie of the same title, ‘9 to 5’ is a pure girl power musical that thrilled audiences during its West End run...

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Becky Wallis

Nov 28, 20212 min read

Theatre News Round Up - November 20-28

The news that has had theatre land talking this week includes... Harry Potter and The Cursed Child to have special House Pride Nights It...

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Happy 69th Anniversary to Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap

Becky Wallis

Nov 25, 20215 min read

Happy 69th Anniversary to Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap

Let me take you back to a different time, long before the age of social media and iPhones, long before Covid made such a massive impact...

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Becky Wallis

Nov 22, 20217 min read

Five Shows We Would Love To See Revived

When it comes to theatre, the argument between new work and revivals, and what should open where and when, has been ongoing for many...

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Old School Funny Makes For TV Success – The Goes Wrong Show Series 2

Becky Wallis

Nov 2, 20217 min read

Old School Funny Makes For TV Success – The Goes Wrong Show Series 2

After thrilling socially distanced audiences with their outdoor ‘Mischief Movie Night’ tour for the past two summers, keeping us laughing...

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Theatre News Round Up - 17-22 October 2021

Becky Wallis

Oct 27, 20212 min read

Theatre News Round Up - 17-22 October 2021

The news that has had theatre land talking this week includes... Fundraiser launched for performer Melle Stewart after stroke A...

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Fisherman's Friend's The Musical (Hall for Cornwall Review)

Becky Wallis

Oct 26, 20213 min read

Fisherman's Friend's The Musical (Hall for Cornwall Review)

Please note that I saw this production whilst it was in previews on Saturday 16th October 2021, the show officially opened on Monday 18th...

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