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Set during the rise of Nazism at Berlin’s seedy cabaret spot The Kit Kat Club, Rebecca Frecknall’s production of Kander and Ebb’s musical has seen some incredible stars take to the stage, including Eddie Redmayne, Jessie Buckley, Jake Shears, and Rebecca Lucy Taylor. Now is the turn of *Bridgerton* star Hannah Dodd and *My Son's a Queer* performer Rob Madge to become cabaret performer Sally Bowles and the Emcee, the Club’s ghoulish Master of Ceremonies. It’s a perfectly marvellous bit of casting! See the duo take over from Marisha Wallace and Billy Porter from 29 May.

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Wilkommen. Bienvenue. Welcome to the Kit Kat Club. You’re invited to the party at the end of the world. So loosen up, be unashamedly yourself and relax into an evening at the theatre, because life is a cabaret, old chum. Book *Cabaret* tickets in London on TodayTix. 

*Cabaret* has endured the test of time, and is one of the most recognisable musicals around. There’s an exciting score by John Kander and Fred Ebb including “Maybe This Time” and “Money.” 

For the first time though, *Cabaret* in London will be presented in an immersive environment, giving audiences the chance to escape for an unforgettable night at the Kit Kat Club. 

The show starts from the moment you walk in, so make the most of your time at *Cabaret*. Just “Don’t Tell Mama” where you’re going. Book *Cabaret* tickets in London on TodayTix.

## What to Watch For:

- For *Cabaret* in London, the Playhouse Theatre will be renovated into an in-the-round auditorium. Audience members will be able to sit at tables to evoke a club setting, rather than a traditional proscenium arch theatre. As a result, the seating capacity at the Playhouse Theatre has been reduced to accommodate 550 patrons per performance. 

- The *Cabaret* musical was first staged in 1966 featuring Joel Grey as the Emcee. However Cabaret became a popular twentieth-century musical thanks to the 1972 Cabaret movie starring Liza Minnelli as Sally Bowles. 

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Life is a cabaret, old chum! Don't miss this revival of a Kander and Ebb classic, and be immersed into the Kit Kat Club with the incredible transformation of the Playhouse Theatre. Leave all your troubles at the door and see this seven-time Olivier Award-winning production of *Cabaret* in London's West End.

Willkommen. Bienvenue. Welcome to the Kit Kat Club. The Playhouse Theatre is newly transformed, so get ready to step into a theatrical paradise. *Cabaret* tickets are available on London Theatre now.

Set in early 1930s Berlin, American writer Cliff Bradshaw meets English cabaret singer Sally Bowles, a performer at the Kit Kat Club. But the rise of Nazism threatens this hedonistic Weimar Republic haven. 

*Cabaret*’s enduring success is partly down to Kander and Ebb’s indelible score, with songs like “Wilkommen,” “Don’t Tell Mama,” “Meir Herr,” “Money,” and, or course, the great torch song “Maybe This Time.” This production offers an exciting chance to discover, or revisit, Kander and Ebb’s still hugely resonant musical. 

The Cabaret London musical won seven Olivier Awards, with original cast members Eddie Redmayne, Jessie Buckley, Liza Sadovy, and Elliot Levey. The show features luxury casting, as well as a transformed theatre to provide optimum watching for one of the most-known musicals of all time. Rebecca Frecknall directs, with Tom Scutt providing set and costume design, and choreography by Julia Cheng.

The celebrated *Cabaret* musical opened on Broadway in November 1966, directed by Harold Prince, and has been a hit on both stage and screen, with Bob Fosse’s film version, starring Liza Minnelli, winning eight Oscars. 

Dame Judi Dench led the original West End version, and, in 1993, Sam Mendes’s Donmar Warehouse production, starring Jane Horrocks and Alan Cumming, was greatly acclaimed. Cumming returned for the 2014 Broadway revival, which starred first Michelle Williams, then Emma Stone, and finally Sienna Miller. 

### Who wrote the Cabaret musical?

Cabaret is based on Christopher Isherwood’s short stories in Goodbye to Berlin, and John Van Druten’s play, *I Am a Camera*. Harold Prince led the Cabaret musical creation, teaming up with Joe Masteroff, John Kander and Fred Ebb to bring the stories to life. Find out more about Cabaret in London.

### Where is *Cabaret* playing?

This new *Cabaret* West End production plays at the Kit Kat Club. It promises a very special audience experience. The theatre is reconfigured to seat viewers in the round, creating more intimacy and immersing audiences in the action — there's a limited seating capacity of 550. 

Tickets to *Cabaret* are available now. Book your *Cabaret* tickets on London Theatre today.

__Please note:__ The Producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist – which is always subject to illness, injury and statutory holiday entitlement.

Marisha Wallace is not scheduled to appear on Wednesday 9 April at 2.00pm, Thursday 17 April at 7.30pm, Wednesday 23 April at 2.00pm, Thursday 1 May at 7.30pm, Wednesday 7 May at 2.00pm, Thursday 15 May at 7.30pm and Wednesday 21 May at 2.00pm.

At these performances, the role will be played by our alternate Sally Bowles, Anne-Marie Wojna.

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What good is sitting alone in your room– get immersed in the Kit Kat Club. This award-winning production transforms the Playhouse Theatre, with strictly limited capacity for a unique, intimate experience. It’s the perfect way to experience this classic story of a cabaret singer at the dawn of Nazi Germany. Book your place with *Cabaret* tickets today. 

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We have no troubles here. In here, life is beautiful.The<a href="https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/kit-kat-club"> Kit Kat Club</a> is the ultimate escape. After a difficult or even ordinary day, the fanfare, glitz, and glamour feel like a portal to another time, where you'll be greeted with complimentary schnapps, dancing chorus members, and a lascivious pre-show smorgasbord.&nbsp;From the gilded lobby, disco-lit basement, and everywhere in between, the space creates an all-encompassing atmosphere, right down to the aptly named cabaret tables, a design element director Sam Mendes also used in his 1993 production at the Donmar and later&nbsp;on Broadway, where it was revived in 2014.&nbsp;However, here, director Rebecca Frecknall levels up the concept, and maybe this time, the stakes are a little higher and a little more intense. Coupled with Tom Scutt's immersive design and Isabella Byrd's atmospheric lighting, this production feels like a world away from outside.&nbsp;Or does it really? The headlines feel eerily similar today as when Joe Masteroff, John Kander, and Fred Ebb wrote their iconic musical about an American writer and a struggling nightclub performer in 1920s Berlin, who find themselves torn between a struggle to survive in love and life amid the rising glare of Nazism. There are, in fact, many troubles here.&nbsp;And Frecknall doesn't pull any punches with her high-concept approach, which takes a cue from Christopher Isherwood's Goodbye to Berlin and John van Druten's 1951 play, on which the show is based. The approaching horror and absurdism of this escape is at the forefront, and her highly choreographed tableau feels like a ballet or a marionette show, where someone calculating is pulling all the strings.&nbsp;At the center of this circus stands the Emcee, played here with impish wackiness by Eddie Redmayne. Redmayne slithers around the stage, contorting his being every which way to almost distracting effect. Redmayne is not a commanding showman, as is a tempting take for the Emcee, but instead he uses gesture and sensuality to make the audience lean in. As the musical gets progressively darker, Redmayne's Emcee becomes more and more absurd, almost half American Horror Story: Freakshow and half Martha Graham dancer, and his final iteration is the most horrific.&nbsp;In contrast to Redmayne, Jessie Buckley is all bravado and belt. Her Sally Bowles is the ultimate starlet, taking a note or three from Liza Minelli's iconic film performance in the role, and she dominates the stage with effortless charisma and appeal. She's irresistible. Even in the quieter, heartbreaking moments, she conveys an emotional depth and density, and she nails the 11 o'clock title song. (While many may argue that Sally Bowles as a character is not supposed to be a good singer, neither this production nor Buckley respect that take.)This production highlights the ensemble nature of the show, featuring a chorus of extremely talented dancers, seemingly inventing new ways to move with Julia Cheng's choreography, and the supporting cast offers a deep emotional contrast to the more showy club scenes.&nbsp;As Fraulein Scheider and Herr Schultz, Liza Sadovy and Elliot Levey hold the beating heart of the piece and shatter it into pieces. Anna-Jane Casey stands out as Fraulein Kost, and Omari Douglas does his best naive fish-out-of-water as American writer Clifford Bradshaw.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/23939-cabaret">Cabaret</a> feels like a story we need and also don't need right now. On the one hand, it's a glorious ode to escapism and forgetting the troubles that bind us. But some of the "troubles" we're going through right now aren't that far off from Jazz Age Berlin, with abortion legislation under fire in the United States and government oversight of Covid-19 brewing further division.&nbsp;And Frecknall's searing, haunting final stage portrait seems to imply that escapism only lasts so long. Sooner or later, if we don't face our troubles, our troubles will find us. After all, life isn't really a cabaret, old chum.<a href="https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/23939-cabaret">Cabaret is playing at the Kit Kat Club. Book tickets to Cabaret on London Theatre.&nbsp;</a>

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The Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse Theatre is an iconic venue rooted deep in London's cultural heart. Immortalized by the legendary play 'Cabaret', this famous locale comes alive every night, brimming with elegance, sophistication, and a richly provoking ambiance. The Satine interior design is steeped in history, featuring rich, dark reds and a stunning crystal chandelier. Parquet floors and large French windows looking out over the busy London streets further imbue the Kit Kat Club with an irresistible allure. Here, the sounds of decadence echo long into the night, as theatre fanatics, tourists, and curious wanderers seek solace in its welcoming atmosphere.

### Getting to the Venue

Centrally located, the Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse Theatre is easily accessible. The nearest underground station is Embankment (Circle, District, Bakerloo, Northern lines) which is just a short walk away. Also, Charing Cross Station (National Rail services, Northern and Bakerloo lines) is close by. Numerous buses service the Strand, and there are taxi ranks at Charing Cross. There are car parks at Trafalgar Square or on the South Bank. Whether by public transport, car, or on foot, getting to the Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse Theatre is convenient and effortless.

### Additional information

Venue opens 75min before showtime.

Please arrive with plenty of time, latecomers will be admitted at a suitable point, which may be the interval.
Please note that once the show begins, we cannot guarantee readmission to the auditorium if you need to leave your seat for any reason. This is for both your safety and the safety of the performers. It may be up to a 30 minute wait before you are allowed back to your seat. If you have any requirements which mean you're likely to need to leave the auditorium mid-show, please speak to member of staff before the show begins.

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Ah, the good ol’ days... when rock ’n’ roll could save the world, and we’d get a set of killer all-star concerts to prove it. *Just For One Day* tells the story of Live Aid, the 1985 stadium shows performed in London and Philadelphia to support victims of the ongoing Ethiopian famine. The show features hits by legends such as Bob Dylan, David Bowie, The Who, U2, Queen, Madonna, The Police, Elton John, Paul McCartney and Diana Ross. These are big songs that were made to be heard live, so get your tickets now and learn the real story of how they were brought together.

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Live Aid was a groundbreaking charity concert held on July 13, 1985 that aimed to tackle the devastating famine in Ethiopia. The event took place simultaneously in London, UK, and across the pond in Philadelphia, USA. It was a global musical phenomenon showcasing some of the music industry's biggest names.

The concert featured a star-studded lineup, including legendary artists like Queen, U2, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, and Madonna. What set Live Aid apart was its global reach. It was one of the first international concerts broadcast live on television. It was a remarkable display of the power of music to inspire change and make a positive impact on a global scale. Live Aid remains a historic moment in the world of music and humanitarian efforts. 

## What To Watch For

- Live Aid was held simultaneously at two venues on 13 July 1985: Wembley Stadium in London, England, and John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, USA. The event spanned across two continents and lasted for 16 hours.
- Phil Collins is known for performing at both the London and Philadelphia concerts on the same day. He famously took a Concorde flight to make it happen.
- Live Aid was not just about music; it was a massive fundraising effort to combat famine in Ethiopia. The event raised around $127 million (equivalent to over $300 million today) to aid famine relief efforts.
- Queen's frontman, Freddie Mercury, delivered one of the most iconic performances in rock history during Live Aid. Their set at Wembley Stadium is often regarded as one of the greatest live performances ever, and even appears in the award-winning 2018 film Bohemian Rhapsody.
- Estimates indicate that over 1.9 billion people from 150 countries tuned in to watch the performances, establishing it as one of the most-watched TV broadcasts in history.


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Live Aid was an unprecedented global music event that brought 1.5 billion people together, and they all have a story to tell about ‘the day rock ‘n’ roll changed the world’.

**Shaftesbury Theatre** is an iconic theatre venue in the heart of London's West End. It's been a central part of London's theatre scene since its opening in 1911, boasting more than a century of remarkable performances. Widely esteemed for its architectural grandeur, it ordinarily retains a capacity of 1,400 seats that remain filled with regulars and tourists from around the globe. The theatre has primarily focused on musical-style performances but has also accommodated some premium works of drama over the years. Its historic record includes hosting some of the longest-running shows in London, like 'Hair’ and 'Hairspray'.

**How to get to Shaftesbury Theatre**

Located in the London Borough of Camden, Shaftesbury Theatre is easily accessible by various modes of transport. By Tube, the nearest station is Holborn, a short 6-minute walk away on Kingsway road. Alternatively, for those preferring to travel by bus, various routes stop near the theatre including numbers 1, 8, 19, 38, 55, 98, 242, and N98. If you're driving, parking facilities can be availed at Bloomsbury Square Car Park just 5 minutes away with a pre-booked parking space. If walking or biking, the theatre is within easy distance of several central London locations.

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The Shaftesbury Theatre is a historic London venue known for musicals, easily reached by tube and bus, with nearby parking.

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It’s been a helluva run, but the reign of The Plastics is nearing its end, so treat yourself to one last performance of Mean Girls before the curtain comes down for good next month. The rock musical, written by comedian Tina Fey with music by Jeff Richmond and lyrics by Nell Benjamin, is based on the 2004 film about a girl who’s been home-schooled while living in Kenya but gets a crash course in clique life when she starts up at a Chicago high school.

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Tina Fey’s stage adaptation of her smash-hit 2004 movie *Mean Girls* debuted on Broadway at the August Wilson Theatre in 2018, following a pre-Broadway run at the National Theatre in Washington D.C. The show received a staggering twelve Tony Awards and ten Drama Desk Awards.

The movie starred Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Amanda Seyfried, Amy Poehler, and Tina Fey herself. The movie grossed $24.4 million in its opening weekend and has since become a cultural phenomenon. The *Mean Girls* musical will be released as a film in 2024, starring Reneé Rapp as Regina George, who also played the role on Broadway.

## What to watch for

- *Mean Girls* was originally released in cinemas in 2004, and technology has changed a lot since then. Tina Fey researched modern ways teenage girls can be mean to one another when bringing *Mean Girls* to the stage and updated the book to incorporate social media and smartphones.
- The film introduced popular catchphrases like "On Wednesdays, we wear pink," "You can't sit with us," and “I want my pink shirt back!”. These lines all made it into the musical.
- The line "On October 3rd, he asked me what day it was" became iconic and is celebrated as "Mean Girls Day" by fans every year.


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Get in loser, we're going to the the theatre to see *Mean Girls the Musical*. As Cady Heron moves from the African Savannah to suburban America, she discovers a new kind of jungle ruled by Regina George and the Plastics.

That’s so fetch! See the UK premiere of *Mean Girls* at the Savoy Theatre. Book *Mean Girls* the musical on London Theatre today.

Watch as Cady Heron steps into the chaotic jungle of North Shore High, ruled by the legendary Plastics. As she navigates the treacherous terrain of teen queen bees and burn books, Cady gets tangled in a web of secrets, gossip, and some seriously "fetch" fashion.

With the help of her new friends Janis and Damian, Cady embarks on a mission to infiltrate the Plastics and bring them down from within. But as she goes undercover, Cady starts losing herself to the dark side of popularity. Will Cady take down the Plastics, or will she become one of them? Find out in this toe-tapping, pink-wearing, laugh-out-loud show that proves, in high school, survival of the fittest isn't just for the animal kingdom!

The 2004 hit movie, written by Tina Fey, starred Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, and Amanda Seyfried and was adapted into a musical debuting on Broadway in 2018. *Mean Girls* is now set to be adapted back into film as the musical, starring Reneé Rapp as Regina George, reprising her role from Broadway.

The stage adaptation, led by an award-winning team, includes director Casey Nicholaw (*Aladdin, The Book of Mormon*), composer Jeff Richmond (*30 Rock, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt*), lyricist Nell Benjamin (*Legally Blonde*), and book writer Tina Fey (*30 Rock, Bossypants*).


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IT’S NOT LIKE A REGULAR MUSICAL. 
IT’S A COOL MUSICAL. 

London's Savoy Theatre is one of the most renowned theatre venues in the heart of the city. This cherished venue exhibits a rich history that dates back to 1881. The Savoy indulges its patrons with a variety of performances, including plays, musicals, ballet, and concerts. The attractive architecture and interior details give the attendees a sense of a grand theatrical experience. The Savoy Theatre prides itself on having introduced electric lights to the theatre world. Remarkable luminaries such as Gilbert and Sullivan have graced its stage. The theatre has a seating capacity of 1,158, split between the Stalls, Dress Circle, and Upper Circle. Dedicated to providing full accessibility, the venue offers services for those with mobility, hearing, and visual impairments.

## How to get to the Savoy Theatre 
The Savoy Theatre is centrally located in London and is easily accessible by both public and private transport. The theatre is easily reachable by bus, tube, and rail services. The nearest tube stations are Charing Cross (Bakerloo and Northern lines), Embankment (District, Circle, Bakerloo, and Northern lines), and Covent Garden (Piccadilly line). For those who prefer buses, services 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 87, 91, 139, and 176 stop near the theatre. For patrons driving private vehicles, the closest Q-Park car park is available at the nearby Chinatown. The theatre also participates in the Q-Park Theatreland Scheme, offering a 50% discount on parking.

## Additional Information 

Venue opens 1hr 30min before showtime.

Please arrive with plenty of time, latecomers will be admitted at a suitable point, which may be the interval.

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The Titanic certainly proved to be sinkable, but not so *Titanique*. Freshly christened with the Olivier for Best New Entertainment or Comedy Play, this bonkers musical carries on full steam ahead – extending its run until January 2026. Described as “a big queer cabaret with renegade energy”, *Titanique* takes the music of Celine Dion and slathers it over a camp skewering of James Cameron’s Oscar-winning film.

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*Titanique* had its world premiere in Los Angeles in 2017. In June 2022, it opened Off Broadway and transferred to Broadway in November 2022. The musical earned three Lucille Lortel Awards in 2023, including for Outstanding Musical. Now, the hit show comes to London's West End. 

One of the show's producers, Michael Harrison, said, "When I first saw *Titanique* in New York, I thought it was the funniest show I had ever seen. Every time I have returned since, I have only loved it more, and I was determined to bring it to London so audiences here could also be thrilled by its irresistible joy."

*Titanique* is a musical with a talented creative team, including writers Marla Mindelle, Constantine Rousouli, and Tye Blue, who is also the show director. Gabriel Hainer Evansohn and Grace Laubacher are the set designers, Alejo Vietti is the costume designer, Paige Seber is the lighting designer, Lawrence Schober is the sound designer, and choreography is by Ellenore Scott.

## What to watch for

- *Titanique* is a musical that includes some aspects that are partially improvised. 
- This musical includes a few pop culture references, including *Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt* and *RuPaul's Drag Race*. 
- Writer [Marla Mindelle said](https://www.thedailybeast.com/obsessed/how-titanique-the-celine-dion-musical-became-the-hottest-show-in-new-york) of the writing process, "When we were writing it, we were just telling each other things to see if we could make each other laugh…And then we did it for audiences, and they were losing their minds."
- The musical was initially set to debut off-Broadway in 2020, but the pandemic delayed the premiere by two years.  


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The award-winning musical, *Titanique*, which combines the Academy Award Winning film, *Titanic*, with the music of Céline Dion in a laugh-out-loud funny production, has its West End debut at the Criterion Theatre.


The Lucille Lortel Award-winning Céline Dion jukebox musical, *Titanique*, comes to the London stage at Criterion Theatre. Book *Titanique* tickets on London Theatre. 

*Titanique* is a musical that combines the blockbuster film, *Titanic*, with the music of Céline Dion to create an unforgettable laugh-out-loud show. The show begins when Céline Dion takes over a tour of the Titanic museum, claiming to have survived the infamous crash and insisting on telling the story of what really happened that night. 

The show premiered Off-Broadway in June of 2022 at Asylum Theatre, and in November of 2022, it had its Broadway transfer to Daryl Roth Theatre. The musical was an immediate hit, earning three 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards, including for Outstanding Musical. 

*Titanique* in London has an excellent cast which includes Darren Bennett (*Singin' in the Rain*) as Victor Garber / Luigi, Lauren Drew (*Legally Blonde*) as Céline, Jordan Luke Gage (*& Juliet*) as Cal, Stephen Guarino (*Eastsiders*) as Ruth, Rob Houchen (*Les Misérables*) as Jack, Kat Ronney (*Hamlet*) as Rose, Charlotte Wakefield (*The Great British Bake Off Musical*) as Molly Brown and Layton Williams (*[Cabaret](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/23939-cabaret-tickets)*) as the Iceberg.

The show also has an expert creative team, including writers Marla Mindelle, Constantine Rousouli, and Tye Blue, who is also the show director. Set design is by Gabriel Hainer Evansohn and Grace Laubacher, costume design is by Alejo Vietti, lighting design is by Paige Seber, sound design is by Lawrence Schober, musical supervision, orchestration, and arrangements are by Nicholas J Connell, and choreography is by Ellenore Scott.

As producer Michael Harrison said, "When I first saw *Titanique* in New York, I thought it was the funniest show I had ever seen. Every time I have returned since, I have only loved it more, and I was determined to bring it to London so audiences here could also be thrilled by its irresistible joy."


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The laugh-out-loud funny jukebox musical, *Titanique*, which combines the blockbuster film, *Titanic*, with the music of Céline Dion, comes to the London stage at Criterion Theatre. 


NOTHING ON EARTH COULD COME BETWEEN JACK AND ROSE, EXCEPT CÉLINE DION 

The Criterion Theatre is a gem of Victorian architecture located in the bustling heart of London, nestled within the world-famous Piccadilly Circus. Hidden away underground, this grand and storied venue brims with rich history and elegance. Built in 1874 by architect Thomas Verity, and designed in a striking Italian Renaissance style, the theatre seats 588 people across three levels. Notably, it is constructed predominantly from concrete, a characteristic unusual for its time. The theatre's magnificent gilded interior and treasured Criterion Bar sublimely enhance the overall patron experience.

Over the years, the Criterion Theatre has been the host to a variety of productions spanning several genres, including comedies, dramas, thrillers, musical concerts, and matinees. Its 'Criterion New Writing Programme' reflects its commitment towards nurturing potential playwrights and encouraging new work.

### How to Get There

The Criterion Theatre is conveniently served by several modes of public transportation. The nearest Tube station is Piccadilly Circus, served by the Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines, a mere two-minute walk away. Numerous bus routes run along Piccadilly, Regent Street, and Shaftesbury Avenue, making the venue easily accessible. However, due to its central location, parking is limited and it's advisable to use public transportation if possible. The venue is within London’s Congestion Charge Zone, and for those choosing to drive, nearby parking is available at Q Park Chinatown in Newport Place.

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Now don’t you feel silly? Here you had John Lithgow playing at the Royal Court to intimate crowds last year and you were just like: “...maybe?”. Now the show – *Giant* – has won the Olivier for best new play. Luckily it’s doing a short run in the West End this summer, so don’t skip the opportunity twice! Accomplished director Mark Rosenblatt’s writing debut about a troubling period in author Roald Dahl’s life in the 1980s has scary relevancy to current events.

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*Giant* in London has a talented creative team at its helm including Tony and Olivier-winning director Nicholas Hytner (*Carousel, The History Boys*), lighting designer Anna Watson (*That is Not Who I Am, Imposter 22*), Tony and Olivier-winning theatre designer Bob Crowley (*Mary Poppins, An American in Paris*), and sound designer Alexandra Faye Braithwaite (*Bloody Elle, How Not to Drown*).

This play is the first by Mark Rosenblatt. However, he is no stranger to theatre as he’s been a director for years, including his time as the associate director at Leeds Playhouse from 2013-16. He also wrote and directed the short film, *Ganef*, inspired by his family’s Holocaust survival story. The film won multiple awards and was selected for numerous film festivals. 

## What to watch for

- *Giant* is a play that was originally commissioned for the Bridge Theatre. However, they could not stage the show because of *Guys and Dolls*, so the show was moved to the Royal Court to be a part of David Byrne's first year as the artistic director. 
- Roald Dahl has recently been in the news when, in 2023, many words in his books were altered or removed from upcoming printings to take out negative references to gender, skin colour, disabilities, and the like.
- Some of Roald Dahl's stories have been turned into plays and musicals, including *Charlie and the Chocolate Factory* and *Matilda*. However, this is the first play centred on the scandal surrounding his personal life. 
- Romola Garai, who starred in the Royal Court run, has been Olivier-nominated for her role in the play. She has also been nominated for her role in *The Years*, meaning she is up for two Olivier Awards in the same category in 2025.

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See *Giant* in the West End, the debut play from Mark Rosenblatt exploring the scandal surrounding antisemitic views held by world-famous children’s author Roald Dahl. The play stars Tony, Emmy, and Golden Globe-winner John Lithgow (*Sweet Smell of Success, The Crown, Killers of the Flower Moon*) and Olivier Award winner Elliot Levey (*Cabaret*), who have both received Olivier Award nominations for their roles in the Royal Court run last year. 


Mark Rosenblatt’s debut play, *Giant*, starring Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe-winner John Lithgow (*Sweet Smell of Success, The Crown, Killers of the Flower Moon*) and Olivier Award winner Elliot Levey (*Cabaret*) comes to the Harold Pinter Theatre following rave reviews at the Royal Court last year. Book *Giant* tickets on London Theatre. 

*Giant* in London tells the story of the famous children’s author, Roald Dahl, and the outcry following an antisemitic article he wrote. The show occurs over a single afternoon at the family home in 1983, shortly before Dahl’s book, *The Witches*, is released. Dahl must decide if he will apologise or risk his reputation forever. 

Lithgow and Levey have both been Olivier nominated for their performances in *Giant* at the Royal Court. They will be joined by Rachael Stirling (*The Divine Mrs S, The Priory, An Ideal Husband*) and Richard Hope (*The Women in Black, Hijack*), who are reprising their roles as Felicity Crosland and Wally Saunders. Further casting is to be announced.

*Giant* is a play that also has an exceptional creative team including Tony and Olivier-winning director Nicholas Hytner (*Carousel, The History Boys*), Tony and Olivier-winning theatre designer Bob Crowley (*Mary Poppins, An American in Paris*), lighting designer Anna Watson (*That is Not Who I Am, Imposter 22*), and sound designer Alexandra Faye Braithwaite (*Bloody Elle, How Not to Drown*).


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Head to the Harold Pinter Theatre to see the West End transfer of *Giant*, a play exploring the scandal surrounding children’s author Roald Dahl’s antisemitism. The show stars Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe-winner John Lithgow (*Sweet Smell of Success, The Crown, Killers of the Flower Moon*) and Olivier Award-winner Elliot Levey (*Cabaret*). Both stars have been nominated for Olivier Awards for their performances in *Giant* at the Royal Court Theatre last year.

John Lithgow will reprise his role as Roald Dahl in the West End transfer of Mark Rosenblatt's critically acclaimed play.

The Harold Pinter Theatre, established and adorned with Victorian architecture in 1881, is one of the most notable theatre venues in the heart of London. Originally known as the Royal Comedy Theatre, it later adopted the name of 'Harold Pinter', honouring the famous playwright. The theatre is situated conveniently in the centre of the bustling West End, an ideal location for tourists and locals alike. The interior is decorated with an impressive array of original features aligned with its historical era of inception, creating an aesthetically pleasing atmosphere for theatre-goers. The theatre has an audience capacity of 796 people across four levels, with the seats divided into Stalls, Dress Circle, Royal Circle and Balcony. Over time, it has been home to many outstanding performances, including shows like 'The Homecoming', 'Moonlight', and 'Betrayal'. The Harold Pinter Theatre undoubtedly offers a memorable and culturally enriching experience for all those who visit.

### How to Get to the Venue 

Harold Pinter Theatre is accessible and well-connected, located at Panton Street in the City of Westminster. The closest Underground stations are Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square, both within a short 5-minute walk. Numerous buses service the area regularly, making it straightforward to reach using public transport. For those driving, the MasterPark at Whitcomb Street and NCP at Denman Street are the nearest parking options.

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The Harold Pinter Theatre is a historic venue in London's West End, known for hosting many notable performances. Convenient and easily accessible by public transit.

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