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Richard Fleeshman to Play Shakespeare in Something Rotten UK Premiere at Manchester Opera House Acclaimed stage and screen star Richard Fleeshman has been confirmed to join the cast of the award-winning comedy musical Something Rotten! for its highly anticipated UK premiere at the Manchester Opera House from 16 June to 19 July 2026, ahead of a West End run. This Something Rotten UK premiere marks the first full-scale production of the show in the UK, and promises audiences a

American Psycho Musical London Returns to Almeida Theatre with Full Cast Revealed The cult hit American Psycho musical London revival is set to return to the Almeida Theatre, running from 22 January to 14 March 2026. Following its critically acclaimed 2013 debut, the production will mark the final show under Rupert Goold’s tenure as Almeida Artistic Director. Based on Bret Easton Ellis’ infamous novel, American Psycho  follows Wall Street trader Patrick Bateman, a man living

Kimberly Akimbo Hampstead Theatre: European Premiere Announced for Autumn 2026 The award-winning Broadway musical Kimberly Akimbo is officially heading to London, with Hampstead Theatre confirming that the show will receive its European premiere in autumn 2026. After taking the United States by storm and winning five Tony Awards in 2023, including Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, the arrival of Kimberly Akimbo  at Hampstead Theatre is one of the biggest musical theatre

La Voix to Star As Miss Hannigan in Annie Musical UK & Ireland Tour 2026–2027 The hit West End musical Annie  is heading back on the road, with producers announcing initial casting for the brand-new Annie UK & Ireland Tour 2026–2027 . Leading the company, La Voix  – known for Strictly Come Dancing  and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK  – will take on the iconic role of Miss Hannigan  in Wimbledon, Birmingham, Manchester, Plymouth and Canterbury . Joining La Voix is musical theatre favou

A Month of Family Fun at Z-arts Looking for something magical to do with the kids this November?Z-arts in Hulme, Manchester’s much-loved family arts centre, is celebrating 25 years of creativity, imagination, and fun with a packed programme of shows and activities for all ages! From hilarious fairytale flips to immersive story worlds, Z-arts is turning up the indoor magic this autumn — perfect for those cosy family days when the weather turns chilly. Here are five fantastic f

Jesus Christ Superstar to Rock The London Palladium in 2026 Palladium audiences are in for a heavenly treat this summer! Jesus Christ Superstar , the legendary rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, will be staged at The London Palladium for a limited 11-week season from 20 June to 5 September 2026. The show, which features iconic numbers like Gethsemane , Heaven on Their Minds , and I Don’t Know How To Love Him , explores the final weeks of Jesus’s life, highlightin

✨ A BRAND-NEW LANDMARK PRODUCTION Landmark Theatres has announced that a dazzling new production of 9 to 5 The Musical  will burst onto stages across the UK next summer – marking the organisation’s first-ever in-house production to tour nationally. The show opens at Peterborough New Theatre on 4 July 2026, before visiting Queen’s Theatre Barnstaple, Blackpool Grand, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford, and Darlington Hippodrome. Packed with sass, style, and a healthy dose of D

Paranormal Activity: West End Cast and Christmas 2025 Opening Announced The highly anticipated stage adaptation of Paranormal Activity  has revealed its cast for a thrilling West End run at London’s Ambassadors Theatre this Christmas. The show opens on Friday 5 December 2025 and will play a strictly limited season until 28 March 2026. Following a successful try-out at Leeds Playhouse and an acclaimed North American tour that included stops in Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington

The legendary story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons comes alive on stages across the UK and Ireland, celebrating 20 years of music, drama, and unforgettable hits. The original Tony®-winning musical sensation JERSEY BOYS  is back! To celebrate its 20th anniversary, the iconic musical will embark on a brand-new UK and Ireland tour from June 2026, bringing the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to stages across the country – including the Manchester Palace Theatre

The internet is for exciting theatre news — and this one’s a biggie!  The legendary, laugh-out-loud musical Avenue Q  is officially heading back to London’s West End to celebrate its 20th anniversary, opening at the Shaftesbury Theatre from 20 March 2026 to 29 August 2026 . Background: The Story Behind Avenue Q ’s West End Success When Avenue Q  first burst onto the West End stage in 2006, it quickly became one of the most talked-about and daring musicals of its time. Mixing

The hilarious Broadway smash Something Rotten hits the Manchester Opera House next summer before heading to the West End! Comedy favourite, TV personality, and stage star Jason Manford is set to make a triumphant return to musical theatre next summer, donning pantaloons and Elizabethan flair in the UK premiere of the award-winning Broadway comedy musical Something Rotten!   The show will debut at the Manchester Opera House from 16 June to 19 July 2026, before transferring to

Beverley Knight and Sharon Rose Lead Sylvia UK Tour The Olivier-nominated musical Sylvia  is set to tour the UK in Autumn 2026, starring Beverley Knight as Emmeline Pankhurst and Sharon Rose as Sylvia Pankhurst. The production will visit Salford’s Lowry in October 2026, ahead of a short residency at London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall in November. Celebrating Sylvia Pankhurst: Activist, Rebel, Icon Sylvia  ia a musical tells the untold story of Sylvia Pankhurst, the rebellious

The Iconic 80s Movie Comes to the Stage Wax on, wax off — The Karate Kid  is kicking its way onto the British stage! Producers Naoya Kinoshita, Kumiko Yoshii, John Gore and Kenny Wax have officially announced the UK premiere of The Karate Kid – The Musical , launching a major UK Tour in 2026 ahead of planned West End and Broadway runs. The musical opens at the New Wimbledon Theatre on 28 April 2026, before touring nationwide to Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Oxford, Milton Key

Rebecca Lock and Jena Pandya Lead the UK Premiere of Freaky Friday The Musical  at HOME Manchester Get ready to swap bodies, swap shoes, and swap perspectives — because Freaky Friday The Musical  is heading to Manchester! The UK premiere of the hit Disney stage adaptation will open at HOME Manchester  from 27th November 2025 to 10th January 2026 , bringing music, mayhem, and heartfelt mother-daughter magic to the festive season. Directed by Andy Fickman  ( Heathers The Musica

From Screen to Stage: The Greatest Showman The Musical Set to Dazzle Audiences in 2026 Disney Theatrical Group has today revealed the official cast and performance schedule for its eagerly anticipated stage adaptation of The Greatest Showman . Set to premiere at the Bristol Hippodrome in spring 2026, the production will feature a star-studded company led by Samantha Barks and Oliver Tompsett. 📅 Dates & Ticketing The show will run at Bristol Hippodrome from 15 March to 10 May

A brand-new production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time To Tour UK In 2026 -2027 A brand-new production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is set to open at Birmingham Rep in September 2026 before embarking on a major UK tour. Adapted by Simon Stephens from Mark Haddon’s best-selling novel, this much-loved story will be directed by Ned Bennett and co-produced by Melting Pot and Birmingham Rep. A Fresh Take on a Modern Classic The original

A fresh take on the iconic musical CATS heads to Manchester Palace Theatre in November 2026 A major theatrical event is pouncing onto the stage! Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre and Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals have announced a brand-new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s CATS , directed and choreographed by the award-winning Drew McOnie . The reimagined version of the beloved musical will premiere at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre  in summer 2026 before

The complete casting  has now been announced for To Sir, With Love – A New Musical , set to bring E.R. Braithwaite’s iconic story to the...

The Mean Girls UK Tour will bring the smash-hit Broadway and West End musical across the UK and Ireland in 2026–2027, with the first cast...

Leeds Playhouse is set to host the award-winning, powerful drama Punch  for spring 2026, marking the only Northern venue to stage this...

Exciting news for theatre fans: the Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit The Choir of Man  is bringing its infectious energy from...

Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage Announces UK & Ireland Tour 2026–2027 The worldwide smash hit Dirty Dancing – The Classic...

The West End is about to get a ghoulishly hilarious treat as Beetlejuice The Musical  makes its long-awaited debut at London’s Prince...

Sheridan Smith returns to the West End in Alan Ayckbourn’s darkly comic masterpiece Double Olivier Award-winning actress Sheridan Smith...

Amber Davies will officially be stepping into Elle Woods’ iconic pink heels when Legally Blonde The Musical  hits the road for its 2026...

💷 FROM BURNLEY TO THE BIG STAGE: BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL From a Burnley building site to spotlight dreams, the remarkable story of Dave...

Acorn Antiques The Musical: Full Cast Revealed for Hope Mill Theatre Fundraising Concert Hope Mill Theatre has revealed the full cast for...

A Sweet Return for Waitress Producers Barry & Fran Weissler and David Ian for Crossroads Live have announced that the smash hit romantic...

A Magical Return: Into the Woods at the Bridge Theatre The Bridge Theatre has announced the complete casting for its upcoming revival of...

🌟 Mamma Mia! UK Tour 2025–2026 – Full Cast Revealed The wait is over! The worldwide smash-hit musical Mamma Mia!  has announced its...

The Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester has revealed its highly anticipated 50th anniversary season. Under the leadership of new...

🎢 Ride the Cyclone – How It Became a Cult Hit Darkly funny, wildly imaginative, and surprisingly heartfelt, Ride the Cyclone  has been...

The mystery deepens! The full company for the upcoming UK and Ireland tour of Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile  has been revealed....

Christmas is coming early to London’s West End as Elf The Musical  reveals its spectacular cast for a strictly limited 10-week season at...

Michael Harrison and David Ian have announced that their smash hit production of ANNIE  will embark on a UK and Ireland tour, with...

Paddington The Musical cast revealed ahead of world premiere at the Savoy Theatre The world’s most famous marmalade-loving bear is...

Full Casting Revealed for the Multi-Olivier Award Winning Musical Sunny Afternoon UK Tour 2025/2026 Exciting news for theatre fans and...

Back to the Future The Musical to Tour the UK from October 2026, Bringing the DeLorean to Bristol, Edinburgh, Liverpool and More Exciting...

As Jamie Lloyd’s Critically Acclaimed Production of Evita Concludes at The London Palladium, New Evita Cast Album Set for Release Fans of...

Cult-Favourite Musical Heathers the Musical Returns to the UK for Another Record-Breaking Tour The cult-favourite Heathers the Musical...

Starlight Express continues to thrill audiences at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre with a refreshed cast, immersive staging, and iconic...

The Olivier Award-winning West End production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow welcomes a thrilling new company from 12 November 2025...

The Devil Wears Prada Musical Original West End cast album featuring Elton John music and Shaina Taub lyrics set to launch on CD,...

A Christmas Carol at Leeds Playhouse Promises a Magical Festive Treat in 2025 Leeds Playhouse is set to bring festive cheer with a...

Royal Exchange Theatre reveals the cast for its festive 2025 production of Singin’ In The Rain The Royal Exchange Theatre has unveiled...

The hit musical parody Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch is back with brand-new set, costumes and a fabulous cast for...

A new co-production of Dancing at Lughnasa brings Brian Friel’s award-winning play to Sheffield and Manchester in autumn 2025. Sheffield...

🎭 Announce For Matilda The Musical UK & Ireland Tour “Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty...” – and sometimes, a little bit...

Clueless The Musical to Close in London Ahead of 2026 UK TourAfter winning over West End audiences with its big heart, bold fashion, and...

Kinky Boots Struts Back into the West End with Johannes Radebe at the Helm! Everybody say yeah!  Get ready to sashay into a new era of...