London Theatre News

Secret Cinema brings the immersive world of James Bond to life in Casino Royale

The name's Bond... James Bond... Perhaps you've heard of him? Yes, folks, Ian Fleming's world-famous MI6 agent is back, but we're not referring to the upcoming 25th instalment in the historic movie franchise, scheduled to be released in 2020 as Daniel Craig's fifth and final outing as 007. We're talking about the live theatrical/cinematic hybrid that has just officially opened at a secret location in London, currently drawing in thousands of Bond-aficionados from all over the country and from...

How to get tickets for Ian McKellen on stage in the West End

Stage legend Ian McKellen is set to bring his brilliant one-man show, titled Shakespeare, Tolkien, Others and You, to the West End for a limited run of performances at the Harold Pinter Theatre.Having toured the show to venues all across the country in celebration of his 80th birthday, this theatre treat is set to be one of the most sought-after tickets in the West End.Make sure you know what the show is about, who McKellen is bringing the show to London, and how you can buy tickets for the West...

Opening dates and ticket details announced for Lungs at the Old Vic

Ahead of Matthew Warchus' fifth season as artistic director at the Old Vic, tickets are now on sale for the upcoming production of Lungs starring Claire Foy and Matt Smith.Written by Duncan Macmillan, Lungs follows a couple as they consider the environmental impact of giving birth. The play was first performed in Britain in 2013, winning best new play at the Off West End Awards.Foy and Smith will reunite to appear in Lungs, after starring alongside each other as the Queen and Prince Phillip in...

What to do in the interval at a West End show

During a production, it’s common practice for there to be an interval during the show. This allows audience members to leave their seats for a few minutes and stretch their legs, as well as cast and crew members to regain energy and prepare the stage for the second act. While it may seem as though there’s little for the audience to do except wait, make your interval at the theatre as effective as possible with these foolproof tricks to getting the most out of a performance. Find out if the show...

David Walliams’ Billionaire Boy to run at London’s Bloomsbury Theatre

The stage adaptation of David Walliams' book Billionaire Boy is set to run in London over Christmas as part of a nationwide tour, it has been announced.Adapted and directed by Birmingham Stage's Neal Foster, the mind behind the stage versions of Horrible Histories, the play tells the story of Joe Spud, a 12-year-old who is the richest boy in the country, and decides to swap his posh school for the local state school.The production follows Birmingham Stage Company's adaptations of Walliams'...

The Week in Theatre: the Bridge's immersive Dream, US hit Afterglow and Sweat transfers

This Week in TheatreOn Tuesday (11th June), director Nick Hytner directs a new immersive production of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Bridge, reuniting the designers of his 2018 production there of Julius Caesar including set designer Bunny Christie, newly supplemented by composer Grant Olding and movement director Arlene Phillips. The cast includes Gwendoline Christie, Oliver Chris, David Moorst and Hammed Animashaun as Titania, Oberon, Puck and Bottom respectively.Also on...

Additional tickets to be released for West End premiere of Dear Evan Hansen

Details have been announced on a further booking period for the West End premiere of Dear Evan Hansen, opening at the Noel Coward Theatre.Written by Steven Levenson and original music and lyrics by The Greatest Showman composers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, Dear Evan Hansen follows Evan Hansen as he struggles to fit in, writing a letter that is later read and widely shared. The musical features songs including 'You Will Be Found', 'Waving Through a Window' and 'Sincerely, Me'.Tickets for the new...

New research shows theatre can significantly improve children's academic performance

Theatre and live performance can have a significantly positive effect on a child's academic performance, as well as having a positive effect on a young person's social skills in later life, new research has shown.The study, conducted by Dr Natasha Kirkham at Birkbeck University and commissioned by Encore Tickets, shows that attending live theatre performance has three key benefits on children: improved social tolerance; better academic performance; positive social change.It showed that engaging...

Young Vic’s Death of a Salesman to transfer to West End’s Piccadilly Theatre

Marianne Elliott and Miranda Cromwell's critically-acclaimed production of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman will transfer from the Young Vic to the West End this summer.Starring Wendell Pierce, Sharon D Clarke and Arinze Kene Elliott's production opened at the Young Vic in May to five-star reviews across the board.Death of a Salesman will end its run at the Young Vic on 13th July, and will transfer to the Piccadilly Theatre in the West End from 24th October. Tickets for Death of a Salesman's...

Immersive gothic show Red Palace to run at The Vaults

Shotgun Carousel are set to return to The Vaults following their successful run of Divine Proportions with a new immersive cabaret show, Red Palace.Incorporating circus, dance and performance, the production will also have an exclusive dining menu from Masterchef semi-finalist Annie McKenzie (for booked diners).Inspired by the Carnival of Venice, Red Palace invites audiences to join 'The Prince' and his guests who hail from various Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen fairy tales, as well...