London Theatre News

How to get tickets to Back to the Future The Musical in London

Great Scott! This is heavy. Back to the Future The Musical is coming to the West End in Spring 2021. The beloved film about a time-travelling teenager Marty McFly who finds himself back in time is about to become the latest screen-to-stage musical to hit London. The production had an out-of-town tryout at the Manchester Opera House earlier this year but the run was cut short due to the Covid-19 theatrical shutdowns. Now, the timeless story is making its way to the West End stage in 2021, with...

Back to the Future The Musical to open in the West End in May 2021

The new musical based on the classic 1985 movie will start previews at the Adelphi Theatre from 14 May 2021.

Filmed version of West End Uncle Vanya to be released in cinemas and on BBC

Ian Rickson's acclaimed production of the Chekhov classic features performances by Toby Jones and Richard Armitage.

Rachel John and Rachel Tucker to star in Songs for a New World at London Palladium

All-star cast also includes David Hunter and Cedric Neal as Jason Robert Brown's beloved musical becomes the first to be performed in the West End since lockdown

West End transfer of The Ocean at the End of the Lane moved to 2021

The National Theatre production of the play based on the novel by Neil Gaiman will now begin performances in the West End in October 2021.

Your guide to socially distanced theatre in London

UPDATE: 2 DecemberIt's a hopeful time in theatre, as indoor venues begin to reopen, outdoor venues welcome back audiences, and a variety of creative solutions bridge the gap between viewers and performers - from the digital streaming of shows to new pop-up venues, installation pieces, and specially designed immersive theatre. West End theatres can reopen in December though, after a national lockdown forced theatres shut for a month.The good news for anyone who has questions or concerns about...

Michael Sheen, David Threlfall, Indira Varma to star in Faith Healer at The Old Vic

The Brian Friel play marks the third installment of the theatre's In Camera series.

Is it safe to go to the theatre in London?

We're now on Stage 4 of the Government's roadmap for the return of the performing arts, meaning theatres can host both outdoor and indoor shows with a limited-capacity audience and strict safety measures. While that affects the financial viability of mounting productions for many venues, there are some now welcoming back audiences - and finding a great balance of reassuring caution when it comes to Covid-19, and creating a great atmosphere for entertainment. Among those reopening are Jesus...

How London theatres are keeping audiences safe during reopening

UPDATE: 2 DecemberWest End theatres are now allowed to reopen from December 2020, after a national lockdown. From 1 August - 4 November, venues were allowed to begin indoor performances, albeit with restrictions like: reduced venue capacity and limited ticket sales to ensure social distancing, online ticket purchasing and e-tickets provided, to reduce contact and help with track and trace; signs to mark where audiences should go, limit mass entry, and space out queues via one-way systems; deep...

Casting set for The Last Five Years at Southwark Playhouse

Molly Lynch and Oli Higginson will return to their roles as Cathy and Jamie in the Jason Robert Brown musical.