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WORLD SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL

Ye know my heart my lady dear, That since the time I was your thrall, I have been yours both whole and clear, Though my reward hath been but small. So am I yet and more than all. And ye … Continue reading

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Blood Brothers Of love, hate and social issues!

A master piece for sure and a classy hit- the Blood Brothers musical stands firm on its foundations despite the length of decades. Blood Brothers musical ran its debut performance at the Lyric Theatre in 1983 and was subsequently revived … Continue reading

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Matilda’s massive win at the 2012 Olivier Awards!

Matilda- Matilda- Matilda! That’s what we heard at the big night of Olivier Awards 2012. Matilda The Musical won a record-breaking seven awards at this year’s marvelous ceremony, held at the Royal Opera House on 15th April. The Royal Shakespeare … Continue reading

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Phantom of the Opera A Musical that has everything!

25 years of fame and still as successful as ever! The Phantom of the Opera is running for its 26th year this year (2012) and it is absolutely something remarkable and worth celebrating. With its ever green magnetism the musical, … Continue reading

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Curtain calls…a clapped-out convention or a responsibility?

We all know that this has been a convention since forever that once the theatrical performance is done, all the actors and performers come back to the stage and bow to receive applause from the audience. The fashion started in … Continue reading

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Is it Crisis Time in West End?

For some there is a crisis going on in West End and an inevitable cyclone is going to hit hard the West End as shows are struggling and producers worry for their revenue generations. But is it all TRUE? Another … Continue reading

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Sweeney Todd Musical The Demon Barber of Fleet Street!

A memorable drama, spiced with all the horror it curtails is ready to set off with a bang on the prestigious stage of London Theatre West End. Yes it is time! March 2012 is here, so is our musical. Sweeney … Continue reading

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National Theatre’s Can We Talk About This?

Dance, the rhythmic movement of the body, is a mode of expression and usually expresses a broad range of emotions. It has been a source of deriving physical and religious solace for centuries. People have adopted dance to convey complex … Continue reading

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CHICAGO THE MUSICAL REVIEW

Delve into the world of crime with Roxie Hart and follow a murder trial with attitude and style. Despite being a murderess, Roxie hasn’t lost her glamorous manner and chases the media like a fame hungry hound. At every forum … Continue reading

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Noises Off – Ready to Impress the Audience

Noises Off is ready to impress the London audiences as the team of the play prepares for their great action packed comedy to be unboxed at Novello Theatre from 24th March till June 30th. Many like me anticipate the show … Continue reading

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