Justin Bieber I'd love to be in Grease
Tuesday, 31 August 2010
Teen sensation Justin Bieber has said he would love to play Danny Zuko in Grease.
The singer told the Sun he thinks it would be a "lot of fun" to recreate the role first..
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Getting London theatre tickets 'is easy and rewarding'
Tuesday, 31 August 2010
Getting hold of London theatre tickets to see a top show is both easy and rewarding, a newspaper has said.
The Shropshire Star pointed out that although it may be..
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Ruthie Henshall to join Blithe Spirit at Apollo Theatre
Tuesday, 31 August 2010
It has been revealed that West End regular Ruthie Henshall is to join the cast of the Noel Coward play Blithe Spirit when it opens next year.
The performer will star alongside the previously-announced Alison Steadman, Robert Bathurst and..
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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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Denise Van Outen confirmed for Legally Blonde role
Friday, 27 August 2010
As previously rumoured, Denise Van Outen will be taking to the stage later this year in the hit West End musical Legally Blonde.
The performer - who recently gave birth to..
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London theatre tickets for Ruffelle show available for one night only
Friday, 27 August 2010
Admirers of performer Frances Ruffelle will be able to get London theatre tickets for her new show for one night only, it has been revealed.
The Tony Award-winner -..
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Leona Lewis enjoys London theatre tickets for Burn the Floor
Friday, 27 August 2010
Leona Lewis seems to be glad she bought London theatre tickets for Burn the Floor if her reaction to the show is anything to go by.
The X Factor winner, 25, was..
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The 39 Steps 'is unashamedly entertaining'
Thursday, 26 August 2010
One of the actors in The 39 Steps has said people like it because it provides a thoroughly enjoyable evening at the theatre.
David Bark-Jones told Broadway.com the play is..
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The Country Girl 'is startlingly good'
Thursday, 26 August 2010
A critic has been reviewing The Country Girl ahead of its impending arrival in the West End.
The play will open at the Apollo Theatre on October 6th 2010, succeeding the..
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Children 'are the toughest audiences for Educating Rita'
Thursday, 26 August 2010
Actor Tim Pigott-Smith has revealed that he has found children to be his toughest critics during his current run in Educating Rita.
The stage and screen veteran is playing Dr Frank Bryant in the Willy Russell play at the
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Sheridan Smith extends run in Legally Blonde
Thursday, 26 August 2010
Sheridan Smith has extended her contract to play Elle Woods in Legally Blonde, it has been revealed.
According to BroadwayWorld.com, the actress will now stay in the..
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Les Miserables extends its booking period
Thursday, 26 August 2010
The booking period for Les Miserables in the West End has been extended by another eight months, it has been revealed.
According to LondonTheatre.co.uk, tickets for the..
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Jonathan Groff I wanted Deathtrap part so badly
Wednesday, 25 August 2010
Jonathan Groff of Glee fame has revealed he was desperate to win a part in the West End play Deathtrap, which opens early next month.
The actor told the Telegraph he got hold of a script as soon as he found that Simon Russell Beale and..
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Love Never Dies gets West End extension
Wednesday, 25 August 2010
Love Never Dies has been given an extension to its booking period in the West End due to popular demand.
According to WhatsonStage.com, the sequel to
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London theatre tickets to be available for Stomp for longer
Wednesday, 25 August 2010
Anyone who wants London theatre tickets for Stomp may be pleased to know they will now be available for longer.
The show at
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Blood Brothers is granted huge 12 month extension
Wednesday, 25 August 2010
Willy Russell's play Blood Brothers will now be booking in the West End until November 26th 2011, it has been revealed.
The production has continued to be so popular..
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Ray Quinn I'm happy in Dirty Dancing
Wednesday, 25 August 2010
Ray Quinn has said he is content with appearing in West End musical Dirty Dancing.
The performer, who came second on The X Factor to Leona Lewis in 2006, told Sky News he..
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Dirty Dancing star rewards herself with property investment
Tuesday, 24 August 2010
The star of Dirty Dancing in the West End has treated herself by investing in a London property.
Charlie Bruce, who recently won the BBC One talent show So You Think You..
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Billy Elliot 'is a dazzling adaptation'
Tuesday, 24 August 2010
West End hit Billy Elliot has been praised for its moving storyline by one London theatre critic.
In an article for the Express, Mark Shenton said the show is all about the..
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London theatre tickets available to see Pam Ann
Tuesday, 24 August 2010
Comedy fans will be able to buy London theatre tickets to see a cult character in a show in the West End this autumn.
Caroline Reid is bringing her outrageous..
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Just over a week left to get Tap Dogs London theatre tickets
Tuesday, 24 August 2010
There is just over a week left to buy London theatre tickets for Tap Dogs, those who have still not seen the show have been reminded.
Currently delighting audiences..
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The Secret of Sherlock Holmes to close soon
Tuesday, 24 August 2010
The Secret of Sherlock Holmes is to close at the Duchess Theatre on September 11th 2010, so anyone who is considering buying tickets had better get their skates on.
Peter..
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Rupert Grint I'd do London theatre, but not naked
Monday, 23 August 2010
Harry Potter actor Rupert Grint has said he would be interested in treading the boards of the West End - but not in the same way as his co-star Daniel Radcliffe.
Following his film appearances as the boy wizard in 2007, Radcliffe famously..
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Deathtrap's characters 'are interesting and changeable'
Monday, 23 August 2010
Deathtrap actor Jonathan Groff has said he finds both the characters in the play and the storyline intriguing.
The Glee actor told the Independent he could not say too much without giving away the plot, but did reveal it was the dynamic..
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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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Exhibition on The Lion King to open on Regent Street
Monday, 23 August 2010
An exhibition dedicated to West End musical The Lion King is to open at the National Geographic Store in London, it has been revealed.
Set to run from September 21st until..
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Not long left to buy London theatre tickets for Burn the Floor!
Monday, 23 August 2010
There is not long left to catch Burn the Floor, people hoping to buy London theatre tickets for it have been advised.
The dance spectacular - which stars Ali..
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Coronation Street play to hit London's West End?
Friday, 20 August 2010
Coronation Street fans may be in their element after it was rumoured that a play about the soap could be making its way to the West End.
Corrie! - which squeezes all 7,400-plus episodes of the TV programme into a two-hour show - opened at..
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Seal and Heidi Klum go backstage at Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
Friday, 20 August 2010
Singer Seal and his supermodel wife Heidi Klum showed their fun sides last night (August 19th 2010) as they went backstage after watching Priscilla, Queen of the..
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Sweet Charity 'was a fun night at the theatre'
Friday, 20 August 2010
Sweet Charity has been recommended to London theatre fans by one American critic who recently went to see it.
Matt Palm, writing for the Orlando Sentinel, said he found..
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Wicked song fails to impress judges on The X Factor
Thursday, 19 August 2010
The judges of talent search The X Factor failed to be impressed by a song from hit West End musical Wicked, it will be revealed in the new series this weekend.
Fiona Robertson,..
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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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There's still time to get London theatre tickets for Hair!
Thursday, 19 August 2010
If you want to celebrate the impending end of summer with a happy musical, there is still time to get London theatre tickets for
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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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Be quick for London theatre tickets to La Bete!
Wednesday, 18 August 2010
Anyone intending to buy London theatre tickets for La Bete had better do so soon, as the play will be closing next week.
The production, which stars Mark Rylance,..
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Les Miserables 'is truly timeless'
Wednesday, 18 August 2010
Les Miserables has been recommended to London theatre fans who want a show that is as good now as it was when it first opened.
Micheal Worrall, writing for Platform..
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Russ Abbot to leave Oliver! in December
Wednesday, 18 August 2010
Comedian Russ Abbot has revealed he is to leave the West End musical Oliver! in December 2010.
The funnyman, who took over as Fagin from Griff Rhys Jones in June, said on the..
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Jason Manford I'm a big fan of musicals
Wednesday, 18 August 2010
New host of The One Show Jason Manford has revealed he is a big fan of musicals and would even love to be in one himself if the chance came up.
Speaking to Celebs magazine, the comedian said he once sang a song from Little Shop of Horrors..
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Matt Willis reveals excitement over Flashdance role
Tuesday, 17 August 2010
Matt Willis has revealed he is hugely excited about his forthcoming role in Flashdance the musical.
The 27-year-old winner of 2006's I'm a Celebrity … Get Me..
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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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Simon Russell Beale Deathtrap is fascinating
Tuesday, 17 August 2010
British actor Simon Russell Beale has said he is thrilled to be starring in Deathtrap, which opens at the Noel Coward Theatre on Saturday (August 21st 2010).
Speaking..
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Buy London theatre tickets to The 39 Steps and enjoy a vintage tea party
Tuesday, 17 August 2010
Anyone with London theatre tickets for The 39 Steps on September 9th 2010 may be pleased to know they will..
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Hopes for Spider Man in London after Broadway announcement?
Tuesday, 17 August 2010
London theatre fans may be hoping that there will be a Spider-Man musical in the UK, following the announcement that the show is finally to hit Broadway.
Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark will open at the Foxwoods Theatre on December 21st 2010..
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Wicked 'was a fantastic thrill'
Monday, 16 August 2010
One of the former actresses who starred in Wicked has said she looks back on her time in the show with nostalgia.
Natalie Anderson, who played Nessarose Thropp in the hit West End..
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Deathtrap gets Hollywood treatment with video trailer
Monday, 16 August 2010
Forthcoming West End play Deathtrap may appeal to a whole new audience after a Hollywood-style trailer was made to publicise it.
The video, which sees cast members Jonathan Groff and Simon Russell Beale speaking in character without giving..
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Corrie's Curly joins We Will Rock You
Monday, 16 August 2010
Kevin Kennedy - aka Curly Watts in Coronation Street - is to join the West End cast of We Will Rock You.
The actor will play the role of Pop at the
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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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Busted's Matt Willis to star in Flashdance the Musical
Friday, 13 August 2010
Former boyband star Matt Willis is to play Nick in the West End adaptation of Flashdance, it has been revealed.
The performer - who shot to fame in Busted and has since..
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London theatre tickets announced for Apollo Victoria's gala anniversary
Friday, 13 August 2010
Anyone who has recently enjoyed a trip to the Apollo Victoria Theatre will now be able to purchase
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Hollyoaks' Ricky Whittle for West End role?
Friday, 13 August 2010
Hollyoaks fans could soon see one of the show's departed cast members starring in a London theatre show.
According to the Liverpool Echo, Ricky Whittle - aka murdered Calvin Valentine in the teatime soap - spent yesterday (August 12th..
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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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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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Denise Van Outen to join Legally Blonde?
Thursday, 12 August 2010
It has been rumoured that Denise Van Outen could be set to join West End musical Legally Blonde.
According to WhatsonStage.com, both Sheridan Smith (Elle) and Jill..
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Phantom of the Opera to feature on Xbox singing game
Thursday, 12 August 2010
London theatre fans who are also gamers may be pleased to know they can now sing along with Phantom of the Opera on their Xbox.
A deal has been agreed between..
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A Guide to Sexual Misery returns to London's West End
Thursday, 12 August 2010
For people who like a laugh and some audience participation in their West End shows, A Guide to Sexual Misery could be ideal this autumn.
The Arts Theatre is to play host to the quirky production - which aims to solve British bedroom..
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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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The Go! Go! Go! Show 'is a family musical'
Wednesday, 11 August 2010
The Go! Go! Go! Show is perfect for families with children of all ages, its creator has said.
Mike Stock - part of the Stock Aitken Waterman phenomenon - told the Daily Mail the musical came about because he was increasingly frustrated with..
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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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Ghost Stories 'is skilfully and expertly realised'
Wednesday, 11 August 2010
Ghost Stories has been praised for its atmosphere by one London theatre critic who went to see it this week.
Mark Shenton, writing for the Express, said the play is "full of tremors".
"That's all part of the build-up of..
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London theatre tickets to be available yearly for Burn the Floor?
Wednesday, 11 August 2010
People who have bought theatre tickets for Burn the Floor may be pleased to know they could be able to revisit it next year.
Producer Harley Medcalf said in a question and answer session for WhatsonStage.com that it has been so popular, it..
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London theatre tickets the ideal summer holiday boredom beater
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Booking some London theatre tickets and heading to the West End could be an ideal way for parents to keep their children occupied during the summer holidays.
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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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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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Full cast announced for West End adaptation of Birdsong
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Anyone keen to see the London theatre adaptation of Birdsong later this year may be interested to hear that the full cast for the play has now been announced.
Joining the previously announced Ben Barnes as Stephen Wraysford will be Nicholas..
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London theatre tickets now available for The 39 Steps for longer
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
People who have not yet bought London theatre tickets for The 39 Steps now have a little longer in which..
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Grease 'remains a timeless classic'
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Grease has been praised as a love story that never goes out of fashion by one newspaper.
The Deccan Herald points out that the musical has influenced several generations of..
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Jersey Boys to feature in forthcoming film
Monday, 9 August 2010
Anyone who has bought London theatre tickets to Jersey Boys is sure to be thrilled to see the musical..
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Former EastEnder Belinda Owusu I'd like to star in Wicked
Monday, 9 August 2010
Former EastEnders actress Belinda Owusu has said she would love to star in hit West End musical Wicked.
The performer, who recently left the soap after four years as Libby Fox,..
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Theatre critic I screamed four or five times during Ghost Stories
Monday, 9 August 2010
Ghost Stories had the desired effect on one theatre critic who went to see the play at the Duke of York's Theatre recently.
Writing for the New York Times, Ben Brantley said he found the show to be effective and frightening.
"I..
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Amanda Holden I'm thrilled to have been chosen for Shrek role
Monday, 9 August 2010
Amanda Holden has been speaking of her delight at being awarded the role of Princess Fiona in the forthcoming Shrek musical.
The Britain's Got Talent judge said in her regular column for Fabulous magazine she is pleased the news is out in..
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After the Dance recommended to London theatre fans
Friday, 6 August 2010
Fans of London theatre who are hoping to see an up-and-coming actor in action while visiting England’s capital may be wise to take a trip to Terence Rattigan's After the Dance at the National Theatre, one expert has suggested.
Theatre..
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London theatre tickets for Sundays 'may become a thing of the past'
Friday, 6 August 2010
London theatre tickets could become a "thing of the past" for those visiting the city on a Sunday, it has been suggested.
What's On Stage reports the popular..
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Laura Dos Santos 'is great in Educating Rita'
Friday, 6 August 2010
Laura Dos Santos has been praised for her new interpretation of the lead in the latest London theatre production of Educating Rita.
Willy Russell's classic play, which was first premiered in the summer of 1980, is now being staged at..
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Burn the Floor 'excites London theatre fans when it pulls out all the stops'
Friday, 6 August 2010
Burn the Floor has been described as two hours of slick, contemporary dancing that makes Strictly Come Dancing look a relatively sedate affair by comparison.
Being staged at the
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Tamzin Outhwaite misses two Sweet Charity shows after fall
Friday, 6 August 2010
Tamzin Outhwaite was forced to pull out of two performances of Sweet Charity this week after hurting herself in a fall on stage.
The actress, who plays lead character..
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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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Ghost Stories scares another victim
Friday, 6 August 2010
It would seem that West End play Ghost Stories deserves its reputation as one of the scariest shows in theatreland after it frightened another victim this week.
Clemmie Moodie and Danielle Lawler - aka the Mirror's 3AM Girls - said they..
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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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Leona Lewis gets London theatre tickets for Avenue Q before it closes
Wednesday, 4 August 2010
Leona Lewis sensibly got hold of London theatre tickets for Avenue Q this week ahead of its closure in a..
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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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Duncan James I miss Sheridan Smith since leaving Legally Blonde
Tuesday, 3 August 2010
Former Blue star Duncan James has said he misses Sheridan Smith since he left West End show Legally Blonde.
The singer, who was succeeded in the role of Warner by Richard..
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Women 'are going crazy for London theatre tickets'
Tuesday, 3 August 2010
London theatre tickets are increasingly being bought by women keen to have a fun night out with their friends.
According to a Society of London Theatre poll cited..
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Extra time to buy London theatre tickets for Kids Week announced
Tuesday, 3 August 2010
Anyone hoping to take their youngsters along to the celebrations surrounding Kids Week will now have an extra seven days in which to buy London theatre..
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Mischa Barton 'wants a career in London theatre'
Tuesday, 3 August 2010
Fans of London theatre could see former US television actor Mischa Barton take up a career in the West End.
Speaking to Heat magazine, one of the celebrity's friends claimed that The OC star has found a new British boyfriend and is..
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The Prisoner of Second Avenue 'resonates with audiences'
Monday, 2 August 2010
The Prisoner of Second Avenue has been a success in London so far because its storyline resonates with its audiences.
Director Terry Johnson told the New York Times the play's dialogue echoes real-life conversations, while the plot in which..
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Legally Blonde 'does exactly what it says on the tin'
Monday, 2 August 2010
Legally Blonde has been recommended as an ideal show for people who want to leave London's West End feeling great.
In an interview with the Telegraph, Sheridan Smith -..
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Burn the Floor 'is as gripping as it gets'
Monday, 2 August 2010
Burn the Floor has again been recommended to London theatre fans by a critic who went to see it recently.
Writing for the Express, Jeffery Taylor said the dancers demonstrate "blood and guts devotion" to their moves, which they show off..
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Ghost Stories 'is thought provoking and engaging'
Monday, 2 August 2010
The creepy, tense atmosphere created by West End play Ghost Stories has been praised by one London theatre critic.
Maddy Costa, writing for the Guardian, said the production team really knows how to crank up the tension, with eerie noises..
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