Theatre Trips
Iolanthe
Thursday October 19, 2023It’s a topsy-turvy worldview, typical of Gilbert & Sullivan, in which life in the fairy world and Parliament is reversed. Phyllis and Strephon (half man, half-fairy) wish to marry, but as Phyllis is a ward of court, she requires the Lord Chancellor’s permission. The Lord Chancellor, however, wants her for himself. Sullivan’s ever-melodious musical score… [Read More]
Private Lives
Thursday October 19, 2023Noel Coward’s classic comedy Private Lives is coming to the West End at the Ambassador Theatre. Since its opening at London’s Phoenix Theatre in August 1930, Private Lives has retained its remarkable appeal, captivating audiences worldwide. Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge star in this sparkling new production of Coward’s immortal comedy of bad manners in the parts… [Read More]
Grease
Thursday October 19, 2023Grittier and more electrifying than ever before, the world’s best-loved musical returns to London’s Dominion Theatre, starring Peter Andre as Vince Fontaine and special guest star Jason Donovan as Teen Angel. After a whirlwind summer romance, leather-clad greaser Danny and girl-next-door Sandy are unexpectedly reunited when she transfers to Rydell High for senior year. But can they survive the… [Read More]
Witness for the Prosecution
Wednesday November 8, 2023Step inside the magnificent surroundings of The Chamber at London County Hall and experience the intensity and drama of Agatha Christie’s gripping story of justice, passion and betrayal in a unique courtroom setting. With an initial lease on the former home of the Greater London Council (GLC) of just 6 months, Agatha Christie’s Witness for the… [Read More]
Close-UP – The Twiggy Musical @ the Menier Chocolate Factory
Wednesday November 8, 2023Playing at one of our favourite quirky venues, the Menier Chocolate Factory is a wonderful performance space. Having visited twice before, I am always on the lookout for a reason to return. Close-Up – The Twiggy Musical is a great opportunity for us to do just that. The story of a skinny kid from Neasden… [Read More]
Crazy For You
Thursday November 23, 2023Having first seen this show at Chichester in August 2023, we already know what great a production it is and what a star Charlie Stemp has become. As part of the show’s 30th anniversary celebrations, CRAZY FOR YOU deservedly transfers to the West End at the Gillian Lynne Theatre. Bobby Child is torn. On one hand he… [Read More]
The Time Traveller’s Wife
Thursday November 23, 2023Their relationship is like no other. And yet, it’s like all others. Clare is a talented sculptor and Henry is – well – a time traveller. They meet, fall in love, and marry – but not in that order. Flung apart by time but united by love, Henry is always trying to get back to Clare.… [Read More]
Hamnet
Thursday November 23, 2023Experience ‘pure theatre gold’ (Mail on Sunday) as the Royal Shakespeare Company’s hotly anticipated world premiere production of Maggie O’Farrell’s HAMNET transfers to London’s Garrick Theatre this autumn following a sell-out run in Stratford-upon-Avon. ‘She’s like no one I’ve ever met… She’s like fire and water all at once.’ Warwickshire, 1582. Agnes Hathaway, a natural healer, meets the… [Read More]
Thursford Christmas Spectacular
Sunday November 26, 2023Sunday 26th – Monday 27th November 2023 WHAT’S INCLUDED: Thursford Christmas Spectacular is one of the most anticipated events in the festive calendar. With a cast of 130 professional dancers, singers and musicians many of whom have worked on the West end, the stunning 3 hour show delivers a festive extravaganza of music, singing, dancing,… [Read More]
The Snowman
Friday December 15, 2023The Snowman is something I have been wanting to offer for many years now. The winter family favourite is the timeless tale of a boy and a snowman who comes to life. Back for its 26th year, The Snowman is a magical stage adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne… [Read More]