Toto dogs in The Wizard of Oz impress critic
Wednesday, 2 March 2011
The new production of The Wizard of Oz might be a dazzling affair with a revolving stage and characters that drop in from the ceiling, but one critic has said he was most..
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Charlotte Church glams up for The Wizard of Oz
Wednesday, 2 March 2011
Charlotte Church was spotted looking very glamorous last night (March 1st 2011) as she attended the official opening of The Wizard of Oz in the West End.
The..
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The Wizard of Oz 'is sure to be a runaway success'
Tuesday, 1 March 2011
A reviewer has said that The Wizard of Oz is likely to be Andrew Lloyd Webber's next big success story following its opening this week.
The unnamed author,..
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Danielle Hope 'is an excellent Dorothy' in The Wizard of Oz
Tuesday, 1 March 2011
Danielle Hope has been praised for her portrayal of Dorothy in new West End musical The Wizard of Oz.
The performer was chosen by viewers of Over the Rainbow out..
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The Wizard of Oz 'contains some of the greatest songs ever'
Thursday, 24 February 2011
Andrew Lloyd Webber has claimed The Wizard of Oz boasts a handful of the greatest songs of all time.
Among the tunes that feature in the production at the
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People with London theatre tickets to enjoy Lloyd Webber Rice collaboration
Thursday, 24 February 2011
London theatre tickets will allow tourists and residents alike to see Andrew Lloyd Webber's much-awaited version of The
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Michael Crawford I thought my career was over before The Wizard of Oz
Tuesday, 8 February 2011
Michael Crawford last night (February 7th) made his return to the West End stage in Andrew Lloyd Webber's new play The Wizard of Oz.
The 69-year-old told..
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The Wizard of Oz 'is truly spectacular'
Tuesday, 8 February 2011
The Wizard of Oz has been given its first positive review from the press ahead of its official opening next month.
Writing for the Sun, Jenna Sloan said the..
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Young performer to play Munchkin in The Wizard of Oz
Thursday, 3 February 2011
An 11-year-old boy has scooped the role of a Munchkin in the run of shows of The Wizard of Oz which are soon to get underway at the
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Charles and Camilla get sneak peek at The Wizard of Oz
Wednesday, 2 February 2011
Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall have enjoyed a sneak preview of The Wizard of Oz before it hits the
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Take Me Out contestant I want to star in the West End
Tuesday, 1 February 2011
One of the contestants on hit TV dating show Take Me Out has revealed that her dream is to be able to star in a West End musical or a soap opera.
Abigail Scarlett Howard, 21, was seen by viewers on January 22nd 2011 getting herself a date..
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Andrew Lloyd Webber looks forward to The Wizard of Oz
Monday, 31 January 2011
The Wizard of Oz is due to open at the London Palladium soon and composer Andrew Lloyd Webber has..
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London theatre tickets lure helps capital retain top spot for breaks
Friday, 28 January 2011
A continuing demand for London theatre tickets has helped the capital retain the top spot in a list of the most popular UK destinations for short breaks.
Superbreak..
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Michael Crawford The Wizard of Oz is helping me come back from ME
Monday, 17 January 2011
Wizard of Oz star Michael Crawford has described how his time on stage at the London Palladium will..
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Youngster gets excited about Wizard of Oz role
Monday, 10 January 2011
A youngster from the north-west is gearing up to play a key role in the new West End adaptation of The Wizard of Oz.
Ava Merson-O'Brien was chosen to be one..
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Andrew Lloyd Webber slips down London theatre power list
Friday, 7 January 2011
Andrew Lloyd Webber is no longer as influential in the London theatre industry as he was last year, according to a new poll.
Research carried out by the Stage newspaper ranked the mogul in sixth place in a list of the most powerful people,..
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Get Into London Theatre 'has already sold more than 43,000 tickets'
Thursday, 6 January 2011
Despite only officially launching yesterday (January 5th 2011), the capital's annual Get Into London Theatre promotion has already proved to be a hit with fans of the stage.
The initiative allows London residents and visitors to get..
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West End stars Smith and Outhwaite offer theatre tips for 2011
Tuesday, 4 January 2011
Theatregoers planning on heading to the world famous West End to catch a show this year have been given a number of top tips by stars Sheridan Smith and Tamzin Outhwaite.
Speaking to the BBC at the What's On Stage nominations party,..
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Andrew Lloyd Webber to celebrate new year at London Palladium
Friday, 31 December 2010
Anyone heading to the West End tonight (December 31st 2010) may wish to look out for Andrew Lloyd Webber.
The theatre mogul is set to join in the new year festivities at the
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The Wizard of Oz 'has already sold £8.5m in London theatre tickets'
Thursday, 30 December 2010
Some £8.5 million worth of London theatre tickets have already been sold for the grand opening of The
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Young performer wins role in The Wizard of Oz
Monday, 20 December 2010
A young performer is celebrating after winning a role in the West End musical The Wizard of Oz.
Ava Merson-O'Brien, nine, impressed a panel of judges..
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Rehearsals begin for The Wizard of Oz
Wednesday, 15 December 2010
It has been revealed that rehearsals for The Wizard of Oz began this week ahead of its opening at the
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Full cast announced for The Wizard of Oz
Thursday, 25 November 2010
Those looking forward to the grand opening of The Wizard of Oz next year may be pleased to know that the full cast has now been announced.
As rumoured in July..
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Sophie Evans I'm really looking forward to The Wizard of Oz
Monday, 22 November 2010
Over The Rainbow runner-up Sophie Evans has said she is looking forward to playing Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz part-time.
The performer will star in the musical..
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Flashdance choreographer Arlene explains appeal of good dancers
Tuesday, 16 November 2010
Arlene Phillips, who recently planned the choreography for West End musical Flashdance, has been speaking about how important it is for performers to have a spark with the..
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Wizard of Oz star and Les Miserables cast to perform at Royal Variety show
Thursday, 11 November 2010
Danielle Hope from forthcoming musical The Wizard of Oz and the cast of Les Miserables are to..
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London theatre tickets buyers can follow 'Wizard of Oz' on Twitter
Tuesday, 9 November 2010
Anyone who has already bought London theatre tickets for The Wizard of Oz may be pleased to..
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The Wizard of Oz 'will completely transform the London Palladium'
Monday, 25 October 2010
Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed that he is to completely transform the London Palladium in order to accommodate his vision for The
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Phantom of the Opera celebrates 10,000th performance in London
Monday, 25 October 2010
People watching Phantom of the Opera on Saturday (October 23rd 2010) got a treat to celebrate the show's 10,000th performance.
During the curtain call for the..
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Arlene Phillips Flashdance on the stage is much fuller
Wednesday, 20 October 2010
Fans of Flashdance have been promised a much fuller experience if they go to see the musical than was the case on the silver screen.
Choreographer Arlene Phillips told BBC..
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Stars gather to celebrate 100 years of the London Palladium
Wednesday, 13 October 2010
A host of celebrities headed to the London Palladium yesterday (October 12th 2010) to celebrate the famous venue's 100th birthday.
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Bruce..
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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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Arlene Phillips Flashdance has been exciting
Monday, 4 October 2010
Getting the opportunity to plan out the dance moves for Flashdance the Musical and The Wizard of OZ have been really exciting for Arlene Phillips, she has said.
The..
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Judy Garland play to be staged in London's West End
Friday, 1 October 2010
A new play detailing the life of troubled star Judy Garland is to arrive in the West End later this year, it has been revealed.
End of the Rainbow is to be staged at the
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Carrie Sutton to appear in The Wizard of Oz
Thursday, 30 September 2010
West End performer Carrie Sutton has revealed she is about to take on a role in new West End play The Wizard of Oz.
The former
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Hannah Waddingham tipped for Wizard of Oz role
Hannah Waddingham tipped for Wizard of Oz role
Tuesday, 28 September 2010
London theatre ticket holders may soon get to see Hannah Waddingham in action, if rumours are to be believed.
Both Spoonfed and The Stage have reported on growing speculation that the actress is set to appear in the new West End production..
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Michael Crawford chosen for role in The Wizard of Oz
Friday, 24 September 2010
It has been revealed that Michael Crawford is to play the Wizard in the new West End adaptation of The Wizard of Oz.
The actor became famous worldwide when he became the..
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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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Love of family entertainment 'is driving demand for London theatre tickets'
Wednesday, 1 September 2010
An increase in the amount of family entertainment and variety shows on television is helping to increase demand for London theatre tickets.
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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The Wizard of Oz celebrates its 71st birthday
Thursday, 12 August 2010
Today (August 12th 2010) could be a good day to buy London theatre tickets for The Wizard of..
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Best musicals highlighted for people seeking London theatre tickets
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Anyone who is considering buying London theatre tickets for a musical but is unsure which show to go for may be interested in advice from one source.
Writing for..
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The Wizard of Oz features in list of favourite family films ever
Tuesday, 3 August 2010
The Wizard of Oz, soon to hit London as a musical, has been placed in a list of the best family films ever.
In a poll carried out by the Radio Times, the 1939 classic..
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Hannah Waddingham to play witch in The Wizard of Oz?
Friday, 30 July 2010
It has been rumoured that stage actress Hannah Waddingham could be in line for a role in new West End musical The Wizard of Oz.
Currently playing a witch in Stephen..
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Arlene Philips reveals busy schedule ahead of Flashdance the Musical
Arlene Philips reveals busy schedule ahead of Flashdance the musical
Monday, 26 July 2010
Arlene Phillips has revealed that she has not been moping around since she was let go from Saturday night reality television show Strictly Come Dancing.
Instead, the 67-year-old told the Daily Mail's You magazine she has re-embraced her..
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Sophie Evans to understudy as Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz
Over the Rainbow runner-up Sophie Evans will get the chance to Follow the Yellow Brick Road in The Wizard of Oz.
Friday, 23 July 2010
Sophie Evans, the runner-up in BBC One's talent search Over the Rainbow, is to understudy winner Danielle Hope as Dorothy.
It has been announced that Evans will take over as Dorothy when the public's favourite Hope is away on holiday in the..
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Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice reunite for The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz has brought Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice together again.
Wednesday, 21 July 2010
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice have met over a piano again for the first time in 34 years.
The composer and lyricist - whose first hit was Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - got together earlier this month to organise songs..
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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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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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Leona Lewis sings song from The Wizard of Oz in London
Leona Lewis chose a Wizard of Oz song for her concert repertoire this week.
Friday, 18 June 2010
Leona Lewis delighted fans at the O2 Arena in London this week when she chose to sing a song from The Wizard of Oz.
The former X Factor winner - who..
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Could props from The Wizard of Oz become collectors' items?
The props you see in The Wizard of Oz next year could become very valuable indeed.
Monday, 14 June 2010
Andrew Lloyd Webber and the rest of the team behind The Wizard of Oz may wish to take good care of the props, if news from Hollywood is anything to go..
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Over the Rainbow's Lauren keeps mum about West End roles
Has former Over the Rainbow contestant Lauren Samuels got another show lined up?
Thursday, 10 June 2010
Lauren Samuels may not have had the chance to appear in the Wizard of Oz, but she may have another West End musical lined up.
The youngster told the..
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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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Graham Norton I'd love another West End talent search
Graham Norton would be on board if Andrew Lloyd Webber wanted to do another TV talent search.
Tuesday, 8 June 2010
Graham Norton has said he would love to be part of another talent search like the one that found a new Dorothy for The Wizard of Oz.
Speaking to the..
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Danielle Hope Andrew Lloyd Webber wasn't that scary
Andrew Lloyd Webber may be seen as scary, but Danielle Hope insists he's just a pussy cat.
Tuesday, 1 June 2010
Danielle Hope, the performer who is to star in The Wizard of Oz next year, has said that she was worried about meeting Andrew Lloyd Webber because of his fearsome..
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Wizard of Oz winner Live TV taught me a lot about showbiz
Danielle Hope has said her time in Over the Rainbow taught her much about the world of theatre.
Tuesday, 1 June 2010
New Wizard of Oz star Danielle Hope has said she is glad she entered the BBC One competition Over the Rainbow - because it taught her a lot as well as offering her..
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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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Lauren Samuels I'm still aiming for a West End career
Despite not being successful in The Wizard of Oz, Lauren Samuels is not giving up.
Thursday, 27 May 2010
Former Over the Rainbow contestant Lauren Samuels has said she still hopes to land a role in a West End show, despite missing out on Over the Rainbow.
The 22-year-old told the Leicester Mercury that she is not too disappointed about losing..
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Wizard of Oz winner I'll do more theatre training after the show
The winner of Over the Rainbow Danielle Hope has said she won't take her victory for granted.
Wednesday, 26 May 2010
Danielle Hope, the new star of The Wizard of Oz, has said she intends to do lots more training to perfect her stage skills after she completes her stint in the..
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Wizard of Oz star Danielle The theatre got rid of my shyness
The Wizard of Oz star Danielle Hope has credited an appearance in Grease with curing her shyness.
Tuesday, 25 May 2010
Danielle Hope, the new star of The Wizard of Oz, has revealed that she used to be so shy she couldn't stand the thought of appearing on a stage.
The Over..
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'Toto' owner I'm delighted with his victory
The owner of Dangerous Dave - aka Toto - is over the moon with his win.
Monday, 24 May 2010
The owner of the dog who is to become Toto in the new Wizard of Oz musical has said she is thrilled with his victory.
Dangerous Dave, a miniature..
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Danielle Hope to be Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz
The public has chosen its Dorothy for The Wizard of Oz.
Monday, 24 May 2010
A public vote over the weekend saw Danielle Hope chosen as the winner of BBC One's Over the Rainbow, meaning that she will go on to play Dorothy in The Wizard of..
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Over the Rainbow's Lauren I'd love to do We Will Rock You
If The Wizard of Oz does not work out, Lauren Samuels would also consider We Will Rock You.
Friday, 21 May 2010
Lauren Samuels, one of the finalists in BBC One's Over the Rainbow, has said that while she would love a role in The Wizard of Oz, she would also like to appear in..
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Schools praised for getting young talent into theatre
Andrew Lloyd Webber has said he is glad schools are letting youngsters get into theatre.
Friday, 21 May 2010
Theatre mogul Andrew Lloyd Webber has praised the education system for getting youngsters interested in performing arts.
The composer said in an interview with BBC Radio 2 that there was a brief period between the 1980s and 1990s when..
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Andrew Lloyd Webber I've been blown away by Over the Rainbow
The Over the Rainbow contestants have impressed Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Thursday, 20 May 2010
Andrew Lloyd Webber has said he has been "blown away" by the level of talent on show in his Wizard of Oz talent search Over the Rainbow.
The..
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Hat seen in The Wizard of Oz to go up for auction
The witch's hat in London musical The Wizard of Oz has a very expensive ancestor.
Wednesday, 19 May 2010
The hat worn by the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 movie version of The Wizard of..
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Joanna Page A Gavin and Stacey musical would be great fun
A musical based on Gavin and Stacey is unlikely but a nice idea, one of its stars has said.
Wednesday, 19 May 2010
Joanna Page has said that while she loves the idea of a Gavin and Stacey musical, she is not sure that it would work out too well in real life.
The Welsh actress told BBC Radio 1's Newsbeat she had read a newspaper report recently which..
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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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Three Dorothies left in running for The Wizard of Oz
The competition to play Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz is hotting up.
Monday, 17 May 2010
With the live final now looming, there are only three potential Dorothies left in the running for a role in new West End musical The Wizard of Oz.
Steph..
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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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Lancashire dog could become star in The Wizard of Oz
One dog owner is struggling to believe her hound could become part of The Wizard of Oz.
Thursday, 13 May 2010
A pet dog from Lancashire could achieve stardom soon if it is chosen to appear in The Wizard of Oz.
Dave, a miniature Schnauzer from Rossendale, is one of..
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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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Jessica loses out on Wizard of Oz dream
Jessica Robinson has become the latest contestant to be voted off Over the Rainbow.
Monday, 10 May 2010
Over the Rainbow contestant Jessica Robinson has lost out on a chance of appearing in West End show The Wizard of Oz after being voted out this..
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