*The Choir of Man* will return to the Arts Theatre in the West End for a five-month engagement next year, after changes to the timeline of the venue's proposed redevelopment.

The venue will close for 10 weeks for preparatory work ahead of the redevelopment on 31 December, as planned, but will reopen for performances from 12 March until 31 August.

Casting is yet to be announced.

On behalf of the producers, Nic Doodson said, “We are absolutely thrilled to be able to go into our fourth year at...

'The Choir of Man' to return for five-month run in 2025

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*The Choir of Man* opened at the Arts Theatre in October 2021, and has welcomed more than 280,000 audience members over 1000 performances.

Paul Mescal will reprise his Olivier Award-winning turn as Stanley in Rebecca Frecknall's production of Tennessee Williams’s *A Streetcar Named Desire* in the West End next year. The play will run for three weeks only from 3-22 February 2025 at the Noël Coward Theatre.

Known for his roles in *Gladiator II, Normal People*, and *All Of Us Strangers*, Mescal will be joined by Patsy Ferran (*Summer & Smoke*) as Blanche, Anjana Vasan (*We Are Lady Parts*) as Stella, and Dwane Walcott (*One Night in...

'A Streetcar Named Desire' starring Paul Mescal to return to the West End for limited run

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Paul Mescal is best known for his roles in *Gladiator II, Normal People*, and *All Of Us Strangers* alongside Andrew Scott. Patsy Ferran will also star.

Ryan Calais Cameron's *Retrograde* will transfer to the West End next March. His thriller about the actor and activist Sidney Poitier will open at the Apollo Theatre for a strictly limited run from 8 March to 14 June.

Calais Cameron recently had success in the West End with two runs of *For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy*. *Retrograde* transfers to the Apollo from the Kiln Theatre and follows a young Sidney Poitier on the cusp of signing a career-defining...

Ryan Calais Cameron's 'Retrograde' to transfer to the West End

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Ryan Calais Cameron recently had success in the West End with two runs of *For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy*.

Jon M. Chu’s movie adaptation of beloved international musical phenomenon *Wicked* has gone down a storm (or should that be a tornado), becoming the highest grossing movie based on a Broadway musical of all time. Two of the leads, Cynthia Erivo and Jonathan Bailey, started their careers in theatre (and pop sensation and acting newcomer Ariana Grande is also terrific – simply airiness personified). Not only was the film made locally at Sky Studios Elstree, Hertfordshire — much of the film's...

All the West End actors in the 'Wicked' movie

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The wonderful *Wicked* movie is filled with cameos from West End actors such as Cynthia Erivo and Jonathan Bailey – can you spot them all?

“Queen of Rock’n’roll” Tina Turner was a true diva with an extraordinary life. Born Anna Mae Bullock and raised in the rural community of Nutbush, Tennessee, she began working as a cotton picker at an early age. Through singing in nightclubs, she met Ike Turner and joined his band the Kings of Rhythm in 1956. They married in 1962 and divorced in 1978 following many years of domestic abuse.

Turner staged a remarkable comeback as a solo artist in 1980. She is one of the best-selling recording...

Make a day out of 'Tina: The Tina Turner Musical' in London

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Rock out in London with an iconic pop-themed restaurant, a themed walking tour, and a museum celebrating two musical legends.

The third Monday of January is often known as Blue Monday, which falls on 20 January 2025. Typically considered to be the saddest day of the year, Blue Monday can feel hard to beat. But with an incredible variety of West End shows taking place, treat yourself this January with a trip to the theatre.

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## West End shows on Blue Monday

There are numerous West End shows taking place on 20 January. Here's some of our top...

Beat the blues with West End shows to watch on Blue Monday

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Further casting has been announced for Ella Hickson's adaptation of Sophocles's *Oedipus* at London's Old Vic. The play will co-directed by Matthew Warchus and Hofesh Shechter in a strictly limited run from 21 January 2025.

Joining the previously announced Rami Malek (*Bohemian Rhapsody, No Time To Die*) as Oedipus and Indira Varma (*Present Laughter, Game of Thrones*) as Jocasta are Nicholas Khan as Creon, Joseph Mydell as Corinthian, Cecilia Noble as Tiresias, and Nicholas Woodeson as...

Further cast announced for 'Oedipus' at the Old Vic

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Indira Varma (*Present Laughter, Game of Thrones*) and Rami Malek (*Bohemian Rhapsody, No Time To Die*) will play mother and son Jocasta and Oedipus.

Ewan McGregor will return to the London stage for the first time in 17 years in a new play by US playwright and screenwriter Lila Raicek. *My Master Builder* will open at Wyndham’s Theatre on 29 April 2025, with previews from 17 April.

Directed by Michael Grandage, *My Master Builder* is inspired by the work of playwright Henrik Ibsen and follows publishing magnate Elena Solness as she prepares to throw a party in celebration of her architect husband, Henry, in the Hamptons. But when his former...

Ewan McGregor to return to the London stage in 'My Master Builder'

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*My Master Builder* reunites McGregor and Grandage following their previous collaborations on *Othello* and *Guys and Dolls* for the Donmar Warehouse.

“Don't waste your pucker on some all-day sucker / And don't try a toffee or cream / If you seek perfection in sugar confection / Well there's something new on the scene”, sings candy inventor Caractacus Potts in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. While his “Toot Sweets” that last forever have yet to be invented, we think it’s more fun trying out lots of different options and there’s no shortage of imaginative offerings in London's West End.

From ice cream to cinnamon buns to French patisserie, read on...

Best places to get dessert in the West End

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Satisfy your sweet tooth with London's finest ice cream, cakes, brownies, and more.

“In sleep he sang to me, in dreams he came…” The most romantic show in the West End since 1986, *The Phantom of the Opera* continues to captivate with its lush Andrew Lloyd Webber score and unforgettable designs by the late Maria Björnson. Telling the story of young opera singer Christine, torn between the mysterious “Angel of Music” (the titular Phantom) and her aristocratic suitor Raoul, it’s a real feast of Victoriana at its most glamorous and gothic.

London is filled with beautiful and...

Make a day out of 'The Phantom of the Opera' in London

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Enjoy a romantic and artistic day out inspired by "The Music of the Night", visiting the Royal Opera House, Tate Britain, and Maison Bertaux.

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This digital concert is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before. Live musicians accompany digital avatars of the hit band ABBA in a totally new form of hybrid entertainment. 
Designed by the group themselves, you’ve never seen ABBA– or any concert– quite like this.
Get your tickets to *ABBA Voyage* at their purpose-built venue the ABBA Arena today. 

Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, Disney's multi-award winning musical will redefine your expectations of theatre.

At its heart is the powerful and moving story of Simba - the epic adventure of his journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands.

Brilliantly reimagined by acclaimed director Julie Taymor, Disney's beloved film has been transformed into a spectacular theatrical experience that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music.

An iconic, innovative musical that will still take your breath away. This global hit is the most successful stage show in history. Using vibrant puppetry to bring to life the classic Disney film, Julie Taymor’s production was groundbreaking when it debuted and continues to be unlike anything else on the West End. Let yourself be transported, grab your tickets to *The Lion King* at the Lyceum Theatre today.  

Come and hear the music of the night. One of the longest-running musicals in West End history, this Andrew Lloyd Webber piece is a global hit for a reason. Telling the tragic and romantic take of opera singer Christine and the mysterious man who haunts her, you’ll experience classic songs like "Music of the Night" and "The Phantom of the Opera" in their original staging. Get *The Phantom of the Opera* tickets at His Majesty’s Theatre today. 

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