All Regional Theatre articles – Page 6
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ReviewRegional Theatre Review: Bugsy Malone
The first ever touring production of Alan Parker’s Bugsy Malone is a hit, with the right amount of slapstick to have all ages in hysterics.
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NewsBuddy Holly musical will take to the road on another UK tour
Smash hit rock & roll musical Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is back in the UK for 2023, hitting the road off the back of its 30th year anniversary run.
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ReviewRegional Theatre Review: An Inspector Calls
Tension, drama and mystery are the key components of the National Theatre’s landmark production of An Inspector Calls, offering audiences a glimpse into a much darker, pre-war Britain.
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NewsMatthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty to mark 10th anniversary with large tour
Full tour dates and casting have been revealed for the anniversary production of Matthew Bourne’s gothic romance, Sleeping Beauty.
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NewsAnniversary tour of An Inspector Calls marks 30 years since first performance
Stephen Daldry’s seminal production of JB Priestley’s classic thriller, An Inspector Calls, opens this week at the New Wimbledon Theatre, before visiting a huge amount of venues across the UK and Ireland.
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FeaturesRehearsal pictures show The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel cast bringing scenes to life
The full cast of the world premiere stage adaptation of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has been announced, with new rehearsal imagery showing the complete line-up performing scenes for the first time.
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InterviewComedy star Lesley Joseph says the “magic of theatre can change peoples’ lives”
Veteran entertainer Lesley Joseph will star in this year’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs pantomime at Milton Keynes Theatre. We went along to the official launch to find out what audiences can expect and talk about some of her career highlights.
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ReviewRegional Theatre Review: The Cher Show
A musical that understands what makes Cher so iconic, from naive newcomer to global pop star.
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ReviewRegional Theatre Review: Mamma Mia!
This colourful celebration of ABBA’s timeless tunes means audiences across the UK are in for a Super Trouper night out!
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NewsEastEnders legends and Only Fools and Horses star announced for 70th anniversary run of The Mousetrap
Initial casting has been announced for the 70th anniversary tour of The Mousetrap, the longest running play in the world, which will visit more than 70 venues across the UK and Ireland from September.
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NewsFirst look inside Shakespeare North Playhouse
New images reveal the stylish interiors of Shakespeare North Playhouse in Prescot near Liverpool – the only 17th century style, timber-built theatre outside of London.
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NewsMuch-loved Annie musical to hit theatres across the UK
Producers Michael Harrison and David Ian have announced that their smash hit production of the musical Annie will return for a UK tour.
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FeaturesOh yes there are… 8 fantastic pantomimes for all ages
From children’s TV heroes to comedy legends, there are some wonderful entertainers taking to the panto stage this year. Here are eight shows which are sure to offer all the usual antics.
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NewsShrek to paint theatres green on a major tour
The story will be re-imagined for audiences up and down the country, featuring all the classic characters from the animated film along with songs from the original West End musical.
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NewsCoronation Street star will grace a different stage for The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel tour
Actress Rula Lenska is the latest cast member to be announced for the upcoming tour of the production which opens in Richmond this September.
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NewsThe Bodyguard set for huge tour across the UK and Ireland
Producers have announced that the award-winning international smash hit musical The Bodyguard will tour the UK and Ireland next year.
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ReviewRegional Theatre Review: Bat out of Hell
Emphatic Meat Loaf hits are the shining star in this production of Bat Out of Hell, which is an extraordinary piece of musical theatre involving fire cannons, confetti, and growling motor bikes.
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FeaturesGroup travel organisers tell us about their favourite theatre shows
We hear from some of our GTO readers about their favourite productions and why a group trip to the theatre is so enjoyable.
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ReviewRegional Theatre Review: Les Misérables
We all know that classic songs tell the emotional story of Jean Valjean in Les Misérables, but it’s this touring production which really strikes a chord with audiences.
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NewsMore Wonka fun promised as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Musical returns for 2023 tour
A new production of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - The Musical is embarking on a UK and Ireland tour from February 2023 with a host of venues already confirmed.