In London’s West End 2020: & Juliet Announces Special Sing-A-Long Performance at the Shaftesbury Theatre In May

LONDON – The producers of & Juliet – the West End’s joyous and fun-loving new musical – are thrilled to announce today that there will be a special sing-a-long performance of the acclaimed show at the Shaftesbury Theatre on Tuesday 12th May 2020. The musical, which has recently extended its booking period through until October 2020, contains many of the biggest and most anthemic songs of the last 30 … Continue reading In London’s West End 2020: & Juliet Announces Special Sing-A-Long Performance at the Shaftesbury Theatre In May

Arts of the UK 2020: Abigail’s Party at Watford Palace Theatre (Preview)

LONDON – Set against the backdrop of an evolving Britain of the 70s, this fresh production shows the classic Mike Leigh satire in a new light. Performed in traverse with intimate on-stage seating offering audience the chance to join Beverly and Laurence’s soireé, bringing them closer to the experience. Abigail’s Party stars Harvey Virdi as Beverly, the role famously originated by Alison Steadman, and is … Continue reading Arts of the UK 2020: Abigail’s Party at Watford Palace Theatre (Preview)

In London’s West End 2020: Hairspray at the London Coliseum (Preview)

LONDON –Baltimore, 1962. Tracy Turnblad is a big girl with big hair and big dreams. Can she make it on the local TV dance show, win the heart of teen heartthrob Link Larkin and bring everyone together – whatever their colour, size or hairdo? Well if you want a change, you’ve really got to shake things up! Produced by Adam Spiegel Productions & Fiery Angel, … Continue reading In London’s West End 2020: Hairspray at the London Coliseum (Preview)

Arts of the UK: 60 Miles by Road or Rail at Royal & Derngate,Northampton (Preview)

NORTHAMPTON –  On 14th February 1968, 52 years ago, Northampton was designated a New Town as part of the government’s ‘masterplan’ for post-war revitalisation. 60 Miles by Road or Rail provides a unique opportunity to celebrate these New Town stories in an unprecedented way, during a period of county-wide political and financial uncertainty. As thousands of families migrated to quickly expanding Northampton, a 1960s marketing … Continue reading Arts of the UK: 60 Miles by Road or Rail at Royal & Derngate,Northampton (Preview)

In London’s (Off) West End 2020: Pleasance launch Development Fund for Artists of Colour as part of Charlie Hartill Special Reserve

LONDON – For Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2020, Pleasance have launched a platform to specifically support Artists of Colour, building upon their firm foundations to continue unique and game-changing support to artists across the UK. The Charlie Hartill – Development Fund for Artists of Colour is a new scheme which will provide financing, mentorship and programming opportunities to support UK-based Artists of Colour in bringing their … Continue reading In London’s (Off) West End 2020: Pleasance launch Development Fund for Artists of Colour as part of Charlie Hartill Special Reserve

Arts of the UK: Rising stars to headline Nevill Holt Opera’s 2020 festival

LEICESTERSHIRE –  In its biggest summer festival to date, Nevill Holt Opera will present two of the world’s most beloved operas, Verdi’s La traviata and Mozart’s Don Giovanni. Located in one of England’s most beautiful country house estates, the new theatre at Nevill Holt Opera is the only opera house ever to be shortlisted for the prestigious 2019 RIBA Stirling Prize – the highest accolade … Continue reading Arts of the UK: Rising stars to headline Nevill Holt Opera’s 2020 festival

travelXculture: NYC & Company Invites You To Book 2-For-1 Theatre Tickets For NYC Off-Broadway Week

New York – NYC & Company, New York City’s official destination marketing organization, in partnership with Mastercard, today announced that NYC Off-Broadway Week 2-for-1 tickets are on sale to the public at nycgo.com/off-broadway-week. Participating shows are offering 2-for-1 tickets beginning February 10 and continuing for nearly two weeks through February 23. Locals and travelers are encouraged to see any of 33 intimate Off-Broadway productions, more than … Continue reading travelXculture: NYC & Company Invites You To Book 2-For-1 Theatre Tickets For NYC Off-Broadway Week

In London’s West End 2020: Life of Pi at Wyndham’s Theatre (Preview)

LONDON – Based on the Man Booker Prize-award winning novel of the same name, selling over fifteen million copies worldwide – Life of Pi is a breath-taking new theatrical adaptation of an epic journey of endurance and hope, transferring to London’s West End from 28th June 2020. After a cargo ship sinks in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean, there are five survivors stranded … Continue reading In London’s West End 2020: Life of Pi at Wyndham’s Theatre (Preview)

Arts of the UK 2020: Mitcham VR Festival Comes To Merton, London

LONDON – Showcasing the latest immersive technologies, Mitcham VR Festival will be the culmination of FilmMerton, a year-long project aiming to encourage participation with film throughout the London Borough of Merton. Curated by VR industry expert Mária Rakušanová (Curator and Executive Producer, Raindance Film Festival; member of BAFTA’s Immersive Entertainment Advisory Group), this special one-off community event will bring cutting-edge VR entertainment to the heart of … Continue reading Arts of the UK 2020: Mitcham VR Festival Comes To Merton, London