A new revival of *Oliver!* will transfer to the West End this December. Lionel Bart's adaptation of Charles Dickens’s novel will open at the Gielgud Theatre.

The cast will include Simon Lipkin (*Elf*) as Fagin, Shanay Holmes (*Miss Saigon*) as Nancy, Aaron Sidwell (*The Lord of the Rings*) as Bill Sikes, Billy Jenkins (*Dodger*) as the Artful Dodger, and Philip Franks (*Art*) as Mr Brownlow. 

The production will be directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne, in collaboration with Cameron...

'Oliver!' to return to the West End in December

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Lionel Bart's adaptation of Charles Dickens’s novel will have direction and choreography by Matthew Bourne. It opens at the Gielgud Theatre in December.

When someone says the words "Moulin Rouge", what do you think of first? We tend to think of the lascivious, nighttime behaviour mixed with the lavishness and luxuriousness of a sizzling nightclub. If you've watched the film and even been to visit the Moulin Rouge in Paris, you'll love [*Moulin Rouge! The Musical*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/23350-moulin-rouge-the-musical-tickets) at the [Piccadilly Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/piccadilly-theatre).

Baz Luhrmann's...

Everything you need to know about 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical' in London

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Dom Simpson and Tanisha Spring play Christian and Satine in *Moulin Rouge! The Musical* in the West End. Read our guide to learn more about this spectacular show.

Nicholas Hytner’s immersive production of [*Guys & Dolls*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/25504-guys-and-dolls-tickets) has announced its final extension at London's Bridge Theatre. The show will now run until 4 January 2025.

The production, which opened at the theatre in March 2023, recently won the Olivier Award for Best Theatre Choreographer for Arlene Phillips with James Cousins.

*Guys & Dolls* stars Owain Arthur (*The History Boys, One Man, Two Guvnors, The Lord of the Rings*) as...

'Guys & Dolls' extends performances through January 2025

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Nicholas Hytner’s immersive production recently won the Olivier Award for Best Theatre Choreographer for Arlene Phillips's work with James Cousins.


Find out the full list of winners at the 2024 Olivier Awards with London Theatre. The ceremony took place at the Royal Albert Hall on 14 April.

Jamie Lloyd's *Sunset Boulevard* won big on the night, with seven awards including Best Actress in a Musical for Nicole Scherzinger for her turn as Norma Desmond, Best Director for Jamie Lloyd, and Best Musical Revival.

*Dear England, Operation Mincemeat*, and *Stranger Things: The First Shadow* all won two awards each.

Sarah Snook scooped Best...

2024 Olivier Awards: Full list of winners

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Hannah Waddingham hosted the 2024 Olivier Awards at the Royal Albert Hall. Jamie Lloyd's *Sunset Boulevard* was the night's biggest winner, and took home seven awards.

[*Heathers the Musical*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/11652-heathers-the-musical) is set to return to the West End, as part of its third national tour. It will open at London's @sohoplace for a limited six-week run on 22 May.

The musical, which is based on the 1989 film of the same name, starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater, follows Veronica Sawyer, a high school “nobody” who dreams of becoming popular. When she’s taken in by beautiful but cruel girl group the 'Heathers', her...

'Heathers the Musical' to return to the West End

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The musical had its European premiere at The Other Palace in 2018 and returned to the venue last year, becoming the longest running show in the venue’s history. 


Ivo Van Hove's new musical [*Opening Night*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/36785-opening-night), which is based on John Cassavetes’s 1977 film and stars Sheridan Smith, is set to end its run two months early.

The show opened on 6 March and was due to run until 27 July, but the producers have announced it will now close on 18 May. 

Producers Wessex Grove said: “It is an honour to produce this beautiful new musical in the West End, and everyone at Wessex Grove is proud to have delivered...

Sheridan Smith's 'Opening Night' to finish West End run early 

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The show, conceived and directed by Ivo Van Hove, opened on 6 March and was due to run until 27 July, but producers have announced it will now close on 18 May. 

The full cast has been revealed for the revival of Jerry Herman’s *Jerry Girls* at London's Menier Chocolate Factory. The show opens on 18 May for a limited six-week run.

The musical revue, which celebrates the life and legacy of legendary award-winning Broadway composer Jerry Herman, will star Olivier Award winner Cassidy Janson *(Bare, & Juliet, Beautiful — The Carole King Musical, Wicked The Mousetrap, Avenue Q*), Lyn Paul (*Calendar Girls – The Musical, Blood Brothers, Cabaret, Footloose*),...

Full cast announced for 'Jerry's Girls' at the Menier Chocolate Factory

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Olivier Award winner Cassidy Janson will star in the musical revue, which celebrates the life and legacy of legendary award-winning Broadway composer Jerry Herman.

The full cast has been revealed for Bartlett Sher's production of the Cole Porter classic musical comedy [*Kiss Me, Kate*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/10471-kiss-me%2C-kate). The show opens at the Barbican in London on 4 June for a strictly limited 15-week run.

Joining the previously announced Adrian Dunbar (*Line of Duty*) as Fred Graham/Petruchio and Stephanie J Block (*Into the Woods, Wicked, Sunset Boulevard*) as Lilli Vanessi/Katharine, will be Josie Benson as Hattie, Jack...

Full cast announced for 'Kiss Me, Kate' at the Barbican

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The Cole Porter classic musical will play a limited 15-week run at London's Barbican Centre, and stars Adrian Dunbar and Stephanie J. Block as the leads.

It’s important to remember that in such a busy season in which plenty of plays and musicals were entirely overlooked and huge names were shut out of creative and acting categories alike, it really is a privilege for this year’s shortlist just to have been nominated. That being said, I still have plenty of thoughts.

## Best New Play
• *Dear England* at National Theatre & Prince Edward Theatre  
• [*The Hills of California*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/36247-the-hills-of-california) at...

The Olivier Awards 2024: who should and who will win?

The West End’s most important night is just around the corner. Mickey-Jo Theatre takes a look at the nominees in some of the main categories, and gives us his predictions.

Spring is in the air. And the biggest night in West End theatre is on the horizon. Hannah Waddingham returns to host the Olivier Awards on 14 April, with shows including *Sunset Boulevard, Dear England*, and *Guys & Dolls* up for awards. [Find out more about the Olivier Awards.](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/whats-on/olivier-awards) But the Olivier Awards is only one evening's worth of a month of theatre to look forward to.

Read on for our top picks for what to see in London this...

Top theatre to see in London in April 

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From Sir Ian McKellen returning to Shakespeare in *Player Kings* to bright, bold costumes in *Priscilla the Party!*, here’s the top theatre picks in London this April.

Following the recent news that <a href="/show/school-of-rock">School of Rock</a> will close at the <a href="/theatres/gillian-lynne-theatre">Gillian Lynne Theatre</a>, David Fynn will reprise his performance as Dewey Finn. He'll star in the musical from 20th January&nbsp;for the show's final weeks, with a final performance on 1st March.<h2>David Fynn to play Dewey Finn</h2>Fynn will return to the <a href="/theatres/gillian-lynne-theatre">Gillian Lynne Theatre</a>&nbsp;to reprise the role of Dewey Finn in <a href="/show/school-of-rock">School of Rock</a>&nbsp;from 20th January. He previously originated the role in the West End, earning an Olivier Award nomination for best actor in a musical in 2017. He's also starred in National Theatre productions of She Stoops to Conquer and Romeo and Juliet, as well as After the Party and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at the Donmar Warehouse.<h2>School of Rock cast</h2>David Fynn will join the <a href="/show/school-of-rock">School of Rock</a> company, which stars&nbsp;Laura Tebbutt as Rosalie Mullins,&nbsp;Mark Anderson as Ned Schneebly and&nbsp;Rebecca LaChance as Patty Di Marco. The adult cast is completed by&nbsp;Keisha Amponsa Banson, Ryan Bearpark, Rob Falconer, Kelly Hampson, Suzie McAdam, Richard Morse, Jayde Nelson, Andy Rees, Alex Tomkins, James Wolstenholme and Benjamin Yates.There are three casts of children made up of twelve in each team, who make up Dewey's band.<h2>School of Rock closing in the West End</h2><a href="/show/school-of-rock">School of Rock</a> will close at the <a href="/theatres/gillian-lynne-theatre">Gillian Lynne Theatre</a> to make way for the world premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella. Since preview performances of School of Rock began on 14th October 2016, the stage adaptation of the rock-comedy film has been performed over 1,400 times.<h2>About School of Rock</h2>When wannabe star Dewey Finn is kicked out of his band, he's unsure of how he'll make ends meet. But, when he poses as substitute teacher Ned Schneebly, he moulds a class of prep school kids into a rock band to compete in a local competition. Will they be able to win Battle of the Bands without anyone else knowing?<a href="/show/school-of-rock">School of Rock</a> features a book by Julian Fellowes, music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Glenn Slater. In a <a href="/reviews/review-of-school-of-rock-the-musical-at-the-new-london-theatre">review for LondonTheatre.co.uk</a>, Mark Shenton praised "Julian Fellowes's witty, knowing book", saying that "You cannot fail to be charmed and exhilarated, by turns."<h2>School of Rock tickets</h2><a href="/show/school-of-rock">School of Rock</a> is at the <a href="/theatres/gillian-lynne-theatre">Gillian Lynne Theatre</a>&nbsp;to 1st March 2020.<a href="/show/school-of-rock">School of Rock tickets</a> are on sale now.

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School of Rock, the hit Broadway musical from legendary composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, has landed in London and has the <a href="/theatres/gillian-lynne-theatre">Gillian Lynne Theatre</a>&nbsp;rocking!&nbsp;Based on the iconic 2003 film starring Jack Black, School of Rock is about layabout, wannabe rock star Dewey Finn who poses as a substitute teacher at a prep school as a way of earning some much-needed cash. When he stumbles on the kids' music class, he discovers their hidden talents and tries to mould them into a full-throttle rock band to enter the prestigious Battle of the Bands competition. But can Dewey turn these straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, mind-blowing rock group and keep the secret from the kids' parents and headmistress?Black starred in the 2003 film, which grossed $131 million from its $35 million budget, and received plaudits for his wacky performance as Dewey resulting in a Golden Globe nomination for the actor. While Black has not starred in the musical production in London or Broadway, he has said of the musical: "I had lots of déjà vu and lots of powerful moments of pride to be part of something that has transformed into this incredible Broadway masterpiece."The production's cast&nbsp;features three troupes of child actors who, each night, arm themselves with guitars, drums and mics and perform some of the biggest hits from the beloved film, as well as some all-new numbers, live on stage. Open auditions are often held for the roles, meaning that anyone talented enough has the chance of finding themselves on stage at the <a href="/theatres/gillian-lynne-theatre">Gillian Lynne Theatre</a>.Andrew Lloyd Webber's new score has lyrics by Glenn Slater, and also includes songs from the original film, including "Teacher's Pet", "School of Rock" and "In the End of Time". The cast of School of Rock includes three teams of children who perform their instruments live on stage, complete with face-melting solos and bone-shaking drum solos.After rave reviews in the West End, grab your air guitar, pull out your best knee slide and unleash your inner rock god! You can read&nbsp;our <a href="/reviews/review-of-school-of-rock-the-musical-at-the-new-london-theatre">review</a> of&nbsp;School of Rock.&nbsp;You've not got long to rock out at&nbsp;School of Rock in&nbsp;London, as it's set to close at the&nbsp;<a href="/theatres/gillian-lynne-theatre">Gillian Lynne Theatre</a>&nbsp;on 1st March 2020.

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A new Andrew Lloyd Webber musical based on the hit Jack Black movie of the same name, School of Rock is a big Broadway transfer, playing at the Gillian Lynne Theatre. Dewey Finn is a failed rockstar whose attitude, and constant need to upstage his bandmates, sees them kicking him out of their group - right before a big competition. He sees a chance to pick himself up and make some real cash when his friend Ned, a substitute teacher, is offered a job. All Dewey has to do is impersonate him.

At the prestigious Horace Green school, Dewey plays the part of Ned and finds himself teaching a bunch of preppy kids who, despite being musically talented, have never heard of rock’n’roll! Dewey realises that if he can turn this class of kids into a rock band, he can enter them into a battle of the band competition and live out his dream.

School of Rock is a big, thumping rock musical with an incredibly talented cast who play their instruments live on stage!
## What to watch for
In 2017, Spice Girl Melanie C appeared on stage and performed with the cast!

On 30th December 2017, the show celebrated 500 performances.

School of Rock opened on 14th November 2016.

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Andrew Lloyd Webber is on another roll right now. The undisputed King of the West End musical has just seen his 1971 show <a href="/show/jesus-christ-superstar">Jesus Christ Superstar</a> win this year's Evening Standard Theatre Award for Best Musical (for the summer revival at the <a href="/theatres/regents-park-open-air-theatre">Open Air Theatre</a> that has now announced it is to return there in 2017) and <a href="/show/the-phantom-of-the-opera">The Phantom of the Opera</a> celebrated its 30th anniversary in the West End last month. Meanwhile, in New York the latter is the longest running musical in Broadway history, and when <a href="/show/sunset-boulevard">Sunset Boulevard</a> returns there in February (in the production starring Glenn Close that played at the <a href="/theatres/london-coliseum">London Coliseum</a> over the summer), he will once again have four musicals playing simultaneously there, as it joins a revival of <a href="/show/cats-london-palladium-2015">Cats</a> and the world premiere production of <a href="/show/school-of-rock">School of Rock</a>.The last named was the first of his musicals to be premiered on Broadway ahead of the West End since Jesus Christ Superstar exactly 45 years ago, while next year marks the 50th anniversary of the birth of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. So as Lloyd Webber now brings School of Rock to the West End, it's a pleasure to report that he has not only returned to the youthful dynamism and energy of those earliest shows, but also that he's at last scored a direct hit, in every sense, for the first time in the 23 years since he added Sunset Boulevard to his catalogue.The years in-between have seen a succession of middling hits and even outright flops, from Whistle Down the Wind and The Beautiful Game to <a href="/show/the-woman-in-white">The Woman in White</a>, Love Never Dies and <a href="/show/stephen-ward">Stephen Ward</a>. But the great thing about Lloyd Webber is that he neither rests of his laurels nor is unafraid to try new things.Here, pairing up with Downton Abbey screenwriter Julian Fellowes, and at the inspired suggestion of his wife Madeleine Lloyd Webber (who also serves as this show's executive producer), he has adapted a hit 2003 film comedy for the stage, and turned it into his most accessible and enjoyable show in years.Partly its the exuberance of a tale about kids put over by a cast led by a fantastic company of 13 kids. Jason Robert Brown created a musical called 13, about 13-year-olds, that was entirely played by a cast of that age; here, the pre-teens on display are joined by an adult cast, playing teachers and parents, that creates a bit more balance. Yet, of course, it is the kids who entirely steal the show.It's based around a fairly simple story in which Dewey Finn, a dishevelled rock guitarist who has just been fired by his band and threatened by eviction from his home, too, 'steals' a job opportunity from his flatmate to be a supply teacher at a posh private prep school by pretending to be him. And when he discovers that his class are musically talented, decides to turn them into a rock band and enters them into a Battle of the Bands contest.Of course it is all utterly improbable. Yet the fiction is delightfully maintained in Julian Fellowes's witty, knowing book, and Lloyd Webber brilliantly seizes he opportunity to return to his rock roots with a score that, like parts of Jesus Christ Superstar, relishes in loud rock riffs. That are played with furious intensity by a band of kids -- who all play live, albeit supported by a 7-piece live adult band, situated on a high platform stage left, conducted by Matt Smith -- gives it added pleasure. You cannot fail to be charmed and exhilarated, by turns.Lloyd Webber has recently made an impressive public investment in the promotion of music education in schools, with his foundation donating £1.4m to the Music in Secondary Schools Trust that is enabling nearly 4,000 students to receive free instruments and tuition. Of course, he could simply be investing in training up future cast members for this show.Be that as it may, the show also has a splendid adult cast, with Dewy Finn wonderfully played by the the coincidentally named David Fynn, Florence Andrews as the uptight head teacher Rosalie Mullins, and Oliver Jackson and Preeya Kalidas, as Dewey's unwilling flat mates.The adult cast also includes Jonathan Bourne, Joel Montague, Michael Francis, Rosanna Hyland, Cassandra McCowan, Andy Rees, Lucy Vandi and Nadeem Crowe as various teachers and parents. (Impressively, Crowe's CV also states that he is also a doctor in internal and geriatric medicine at the Royal Free Hospital; how many West End ensembles can boast a working doctor amongst them?)This is a show that is above all a lot of fun. I watched it beaming throughout.<a href="/show/school-of-rock">School of Rock tickets</a> are now on sale.<hr /><h3>What the Press Said...</h3>"This is Lloyd Webber's most exuberant show in years and, at a time of general gloom, is dedicated to the great cause of cheering us all up." Michael Billington for The Guardian"The most enjoyable few hours money can buy." Dominic Cavendish for The Telegraph"David Fynn is bliss as Dewey. In a performance of explosive energy and scapegrace charm." Paul Taylor for The Independent"The exuberant silliness of this fresh and charming musical feels like a seasonal tonic." Henry Hitchings for The Evening Standard<hr /> External links to full reviews from popular press <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2016/nov/14/school-of-rock-review-musical-andrew-lloyd-webber-new-london-theatre" target="Top">The Guardian</a> - <a href="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/theatre/what-to-see/andrew-lloyd-webbers-school-of-rock-review-the-most-enjoyable-fe/" target="Top">The Telegraph </a> - <a href="http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/theatre-dance/reviews/school-of-rock-the-musical-new-london-theatre-london-andrew-lloyd-webber-a7417471.html" target="Top">The Independent</a>&nbsp;

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The Gillian Lynne Theatre originally opened in 1847 as the Mogul Music Hall. From 1919 to 1965, it was named the Winter Garden Theatre, but after renovations, the theatre opened as the New London Theatre in 1973. 

The theatre housed Andrew Lloyd Webber’s *Cats*, which was the longest-running musical in West End history when it closed in 2002.  It was also used as a television studio, and was the home of Masters Snooker for two years.

Since the closure of *Cats*, the theatre has hosted productions of Lloyd Webber’s *Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat*, *School of Rock*, and *Cinderella*.

In 2018, Andrew Lloyd Webber announced the theatre would be renamed the Gillian Lynne Theatre, the first London theatre to be named after a woman. Lynne worked on productions with the English National Opera, Royal Shakespeare Company and many West End and Broadway shows. She collaborated with Andrew Lloyd Webber on *Cats, The Phantom of the Opera* and *Aspects of Love.* 

## Gillian Lynne Theatre Seating Information

The Gillian Lynne Theatre features a thrust stage that juts into the auditorium. Seats are on three sides of the auditorium. 

Some seats offer side views of the action on stage. But every seat guarantees a view that's close to the action.

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