London theatre stars appear in New Year Honours list
Friday, 31 December 2010
Fans of London theatre may be pleased to see some familiar faces in the New Year Honours list announced today (December 31st 2010) by the palace.
Among the names are a host of stage performers, some of whom appeared in plays or musicals as..
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Only ten days left to get London theatre tickets for Sister Act!
Wednesday, 20 October 2010
Anyone intending to go and see Sister Act should do so soon, as there are only ten days left in which to get
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Sister Act 'will head to Broadway' after West End closure
Wednesday, 6 October 2010
West End hit Sister Act will make a trip across the Atlantic to Broadway when it closes its doors at the London..
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War Horse and Sister Act 'set for Broadway transfer'
Monday, 13 September 2010
The success of War Horse and Sister Act on the West End means the shows may soon be set for a run on..
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Whoopi Goldberg to make dramatic return to Sister Act next month
Thursday, 9 September 2010
Whoopi Goldberg fans who did not get the chance to catch her in Sister Act may be delighted to know that she is to make a dramatic return to the musical.
The Hollywood star..
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Former Sister Act star informs fans of mother's death
Wednesday, 8 September 2010
Former Sister Act star Whoopi Goldberg has informed her fans that her mother passed away following her recent stroke.
The performer, who was forced to pull out of the West End..
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Andrew Lloyd Webber 'is in discussions to sell four West End theatres'
Monday, 6 September 2010
It has been revealed that Andrew Lloyd Webber is in talks to sell four of his West End theatres.
The theatre mogul and his company the Really Useful Group are reportedly discussing the possibility of former BBC chairman Michael Grade buying..
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Whoopi Goldberg forced to cut short run in Sister Act
Friday, 27 August 2010
Whoopi Goldberg has been forced to pull out of her remaining performances in Sister Act after her mother was taken suddenly ill.
The 54-year-old took to the stage last night..
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London theatre tickets frenzy prompts Sister Act waxwork
Monday, 23 August 2010
The London theatre tickets frenzy created by Whoopi Goldberg's stint in West End musical Sister Act has..
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Goldberg 'is quite something in the intoxicating Sister Act'
Thursday, 19 August 2010
Anyone who has not yet seen Whoopi Goldberg in West End show Sister Act should do so if they can.
This is the suggestion of Henry Hitchings, writing for the London Evening..
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Sally Dexter to succeed Whoopi Goldberg in Sister Act
Wednesday, 18 August 2010
It has been revealed that Sally Dexter is to succeed Whoopi Goldberg in Sister Act when the latter finishes her West End stint.
According to WhatsonStage.com, former
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Whoopi Goldberg 'is genuinely engaging' in Sister Act
Tuesday, 17 August 2010
Whoopi Goldberg has been praised for her engaging portrayal of Mother Superior in the hit West End musical Sister Act.
Charles Spencer of the Telegraph said the actress is..
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Whoopi Goldberg 'brings comedy, dignity and professionalism' to Sister Act
Friday, 13 August 2010
Sister Act's newest cast member Whoopi Goldberg has been receiving more praise from London theatre critics.
An unnamed reviewer for the Express said they went to see the..
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Whoopi Goldberg 'is terrific' in Sister Act
Thursday, 12 August 2010
Movie star Whoopi Goldberg has been praised for her debut in West End musical Sister Act by a critic.
Warwick Thompson of Bloomberg called her "terrific" in her..
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Whoopi Goldberg goes back to her Sister Act roots in West End debut
Wednesday, 11 August 2010
Whoopi Goldberg joined the West End cast of Sister Act last night (August 10th 2010), much to the delight of those who had bought
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Sister Act's Simon Webbe Whoopi Goldberg is masterful
Wednesday, 11 August 2010
Sister Act star Simon Webbe has praised his new co-star Whoopi Goldberg for her skills in comedy acting.
Goldberg joined the West End musical at the
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Whoopi Goldberg begins Sister Act performances tonight
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Anyone who has bought Sister Act tickets for tonight (August 10th 2010) may be very excited about the prospect of seeing Whoopi Goldberg as Mother Superior.
The Hollywood..
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Whoopi Goldberg I'm so nervous about Sister Act
Friday, 6 August 2010
She may be a seasoned screen performer, but that isn't stopping Whoopi Goldberg suffering from an attack of nerves ahead of her debut in Sister Act.
The Ghost star will take..
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Whoopi Goldberg I got Sister Act role by accident
Thursday, 5 August 2010
Whoopi Goldberg has revealed that her forthcoming appearance in Sister Act the musical may not have occurred had it not been for a chance remark.
The Hollywood actress - who..
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Jonathan Groff in training for Deathtrap scenes
Friday, 30 July 2010
Jonathan Groff, one of the stars of the forthcoming play Deathtrap, has revealed the cast are currently rehearsing the fight scenes.
The Glee actor told theatre gossip columnist Baz Bamigboye of the Daily Mail he is trying to get fit for..
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Tom Cruise I'd love to appear in London's West End
Tom Cruise: I'd love to appear in London's West End
Tuesday, 27 July 2010
Tom Cruise has said he would love to appear on the stages of London's West End if he got the opportunity.
The actor - who is in the UK to promote new film Knight and Day with Cameron Diaz - told the London Evening Standard he would love to..
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Sheila Hancock I still get afraid of drying up during Sister Act
Veteran actress Sheila Hancock has said she does not find appearing in Sister Act easy.
Monday, 19 July 2010
Sister Act performer Sheila Hancock has revealed she still gets nervous before each show, even though she has been appearing as Mother Superior for several..
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Sister Act starring Whoopi Goldberg 'will be sold out in days'
Whoopi Goldberg's run in Sister Act will soon be sold out, it has been claimed.
Friday, 16 July 2010
London theatre fans wanting tickets for Sister Act during Whoopi Goldberg's West End stint should book them as soon as possible.
Since the news broke that the..
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Sister Act 'has one of the West End's best musical casts'
Sister Act has been given a glowing review by one critic.
Tuesday, 13 July 2010
Anyone who buys theatre tickets to Sister Act is sure to enjoy a performance from a sterling cast of actors.
This is according to Adrienn Gesce, writing for the..
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Theatre tickets 'are going fast for Sister Act'
Anyone who wants theatre tickets for Sister Act had better act fast.
Tuesday, 13 July 2010
Theatre tickets for Sister Act are going fast since it was announced that Whoopi Goldberg is to appear in the final few weeks of
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Whoopi Goldberg confirmed for Sister Act
Whoopi Goldberg will be starring in Sister Act the Musical this summer.
Wednesday, 7 July 2010
Following rumours yesterday (July 6th 2010) that Whoopi Goldberg was to take to the stage in Sister Act, the show's producers have spoken out to confirm that the news is..
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Whoopi Goldberg to provide Sister Act grand finale?
It has been rumoured that Whoopi Goldberg could be set for an appearance in Sister Act in London's West End.
Tuesday, 6 July 2010
Whoopi Goldberg could be joining the West End cast of Sister Act during the last few weeks of its London stay.
According to WhatsonStage.com, she may be being..
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Sister Act star Being in a great show is a gift
Being a nun in Sister Act has been a great experience for one actress.
Thursday, 24 June 2010
One of the stars of Sister Act has said she has thoroughly enjoyed being in the musical over the past year.
Claire Greenaway, 29, has been playing Sister Mary..
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London Palladium to be subject of Radio 2 celebration
BBC Radio 2 is to pay homage to West End theatre the London Palladium.
Wednesday, 9 June 2010
The London Palladium, current home to hit West End musical Sister Act, is to be the..
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Wizard of Oz competition winner I felt like a wallflower
Danielle Hope has said her determination to win Over the Rainbow depended on her opening up.
Friday, 28 May 2010
New Wizard of Oz star Danielle Hope has said she was worried that her quiet nature could have led to her losing out on a role in the musical.
Talking to..
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Religion 'is still relevant in West End musicals'
Religion is still relevant in popular culture thanks to musicals, it has been claimed.
Monday, 24 May 2010
An expert on religion has argued that it is still alive and well in drama in the form of the West End musical.
Writing to the Guardian in response to an article by Michael Billington, Reverend Dr Ian Bradley from St Andrews University said..
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Wizard of Oz talent search and other competitions 'have unearthed true talent'
The BBC's talent shows have been a cut above the rest, one journalist has said.
Wednesday, 19 May 2010
The current talent search for The Wizard of Oz and its predecessors on the BBC have been praised for unearthing true theatrical talent.
Serena Davies of..
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Eliminated Dorothy I'd love a role in Sister Act or The Lion King
Over the Rainbow contestant Steph Fearon would love to play a nun in Sister Act.
Tuesday, 18 May 2010
She may not be able to star in The Wizard of Oz, but eliminated Over the Rainbow contestant Steph Fearon is not about to let her West End dream slide.
The..
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Wizard of Oz winner to appear in front of the Queen
Not only will she star as Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, but the winner of Over the Rainbow will sing for the Queen.
Friday, 14 May 2010
The Over the Rainbow contestant who goes on to star in The Wizard of Oz will also get to perform in front of the Queen, it has emerged.
Steph Fearon,..
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Sister Act posts closing notices at the London Palladium
Sister Act will close at the London Palladium this October.
Tuesday, 11 May 2010
If you still haven't seen the West End production Sister Act, then you may wish to get your skates (or should that be wimples) on.
The producers of the show..
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Simon Webbe joins Sister Act cast
Former Blue singer Simon Webbe is to join the cast of West End musical Sister Act.
Wednesday, 28 April 2010
Simon Webbe has joined the cast of West End musical Sister Act, which is based on the Whoopi Goldberg film of the same name.
The Blue singer will join his..
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Legally Blonde and Sister Act get starry new cast members
Two recognisable faces from the world of showbiz are to join West End musicals.
Friday, 23 April 2010
It has been reported that two of the West End's hottest musicals are to get new cast members in the form of very famous faces.
According to theatre gossip reporter Baz Bamigboye of the Daily Mail, Richard Fleeshman of Coronation Street fame..
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Sister Act star speaks out against London theatre snobbery
Sheila Hancock has expressed a belief that critics should be more supportive of musicals.
Tuesday, 16 March 2010
Veteran actress Sheila Hancock has criticised those who look down on musicals and tend to see them as less valuable to society than plays.
The Sister Act star,..
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Sister Act's Sheila Hancock wins talent show role
Friday, 19 February 2010
Sister Act star Sheila Hancock is to be one of the judges on Andrew Lloyd Webber's latest television talent show.
Over the Rainbow will select an unknown..
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Team behind Sister Act musical announce new nun fun run
Another Sister Act-themed charity Nun Run will take place in May.
Tuesday, 16 February 2010
It has been announced that the producers of West End smash hit Sister Act are to organise a second Nun Run following the success of last year's event.
More than..
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