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Sing a Song of the Sea -’Islander’, the Scottish musical that speaks to our desperation for connection
The music of Islander, available to listen on the BBC, is incredibly unique. A mixture of Scottish folk music, traditional acapella, and modern live looping, the entire score is created by Kirsty Findlay and Bethany Tennick in the moment, with various loop pedals at their disposal to layer their voices to create waves of sound.
The first man in the U.K. to receive COVID-19 vaccine is William Shakespeare
“Mass coronavirus vaccination efforts are underway in England and the first man to receive it is William Shakespeare. Yes, you read that right.”
"The Phantom of the Opera" has permanently closed in the West End
“‘Phantom of the Opera’, London's second-longest-running musical, has been forced to close permanently on the West End, the show's producer announced.”
West End 'Les Mis', 'Phantom' and Others Seek 2021 Re-Opening
According to producer Cameron Mackintosh, West End productions of Les Misérables, Mary Poppins, Hamilton and The Phantom of the Opera will not be returning before 2021.
'Hairspray Live' to be Streamed Free Online in the UK
“Did you miss Hairspray Live! when it aired in 2016? Good news, it’s coming back! It will be streamed as part of The Shows Must Go On series in the United Kingdom.”
How a Creative Team Brought "42nd St" from a London Stage to the Screen
One of Mark Bramble’s final projects is accessible to theatre-lovers around the world, as the London production of 42nd Street is available for streaming on BroadwayHD.
Deliver Us! THE PRINCE OF EGYPT Hits The Stage
The hit Dreamworks animated film will arrive in the West End next year.
Barbra Streisand Announces UK Concert Event
Legendary EGOT Barbra Streisand has confirmed plans for a UK concert this summer.
“Whats New?” Open Casting Call For First Black EVITA
A new casting notice has gone out for a major UK revival.
It’s Today! : Hallelujah! JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Rises Again
Check a new video promoting the 50th anniversary national tour.
It’s Today! : LES MISERABLES West End Reboot Raises Rancor
While the theater gets a facelift, so will the legendary production itself.
It's Today! : Four For FOLLIES
Casting is now complete for the return engagement of the National Theatre production of FOLLIES.
"Motown: The Musical" Gears Up to Play the Hits in Scotland's Capital.
It's the run up to Christmas which means theatres are preparing for Panto season. However, in the case of the Edinburgh Playhouse, it's preparing for a busy November and December which features two fantastic musicals. In December they have the fabulous “Kinky Boots” stomping it's way through their doors, but first, “Motown the musical”, which gives audience members the ultimate experience of Soul music.
White Actress Banned from Singing "And I Am Telling You" Because She's Not Black...No Seriously
There are certain musical numbers that I consider "PhD's in Singing". Songs like "Soliloquy" or "Glitter and be Gay", to master them is an accomplishment reserved for truly talented singers. Another song in this repertoire would be "And I Am Telling You" from Dreamgirls. Many have tried to master it, very few have succeeded. Nevertheless, it's one of the most popular show tunes performed in concerts and cabarets today.
While many might choose to stay away from such a number, actress Mazz Murray was ready to take it on for her upcoming concert "The Best of the West End". That was until she was told that she was banned from doing so because she's white.
"Heathers" Will Feature New Song in West End Run
Heathers the Musical is bigger and better than ever before! A brand new song has been written into the show ahead of it's West End debut at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, along with multiple re-workings to the script.
Theatre College Will No Long Give Grades to Improve Mental Health
One of the most prestigious theatre programs in the United Kingdom will be trying something new come Fall. First year students at Cardiff’s prestigious Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama won’t receive academic marks comparing them with classmates.
A Greek Myth Set to Punk Rock: A chat with "Electra" Director John Ward
DumbWise Theatre's recent production of Electra was a modernised retelling of the Greek myth, which drew on themes of politics and the media, and was energised with punk rock music. I recently chatted with John Ward, artistic director of this interesting new piece.