https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/ UK Theatre Community https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/sunset-boulevard-arrives-at-the-savoy Today, the successful collaboration between Ambassador Theatre Group and Artistic Director Jamie Lloyd, along with Michael Harrison from Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals, reveals the ticket sales and performance schedule for Andrew Lloyd Webber's Sunset Boulevard. The star of the show will be Nicole Scherzinger, who will take on the role of Norma Desmond. Additional casting will be announced in due course. This renowned production, directed by Jamie Lloyd, features a book and lyrics by Don Blac... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/chitty-chitty-bang-bang-on-tour-in-2024 Chitty Chitty Bang Bang will be flying into theatres next year!Based on Ian Fleming’s timeless story for children and later made into the famous 1968 film, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG features the unforgettable songs by the Sherman Brothers including Toot Sweets, Hushabye Mountain, Truly Scrumptious and the Academy Award-nominated title song, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. This new production will be directed by Thom Southerland, choreographed by Karen Bruce  with Set and Costume design by Morgan Large... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/cast-announcement/miss-saigon-announce-full-cast-creative The Crucible Theatre, Sheffield unveiled the full cast and creative team today for the first non-replica regional production of Miss Saigon. The production of this iconic musical, a retelling of Madame Butterfly set during the Vietnam War, has been specially arranged in collaboration with Cameron Mackintosh, Boublil, and Schönberg.The already publicized Joanna Ampil, renowned for her performance as Kim in the London, Sydney, UK touring, and 10th-anniversary productions of Miss Saigon, will em... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/the-artist-show-2023 News broke today that the world premiere stage adaptation of Michel Hazanavicius' multi-Academy Award-winning film, The Artist, is slated to start its journey with a strictly limited engagement at Theatre Royal Plymouth from Saturday, 11th May 2024, with tickets available to the public from Friday, 9th June 2023. Cast members are yet to be announced.The award-winning creative team behind The Artist includes Tony and Olivier Award-winner Christopher Oram in charge of set and costume design (kn... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/bonnie-and-clyde-uk-tour-dates The Winner of Best New Musical (What'sOnStage Awards 2023), Bonnie and Clyde, is set to launch its inaugural UK & Ireland tour. The grand opening is slated for Leicester Curve on Thursday, 22nd February 2024, following its two successful seasons in London's West End. Additional tour schedules, along with ticket sale details, are to be released shortly with more dates and cast announcements to follow.Bonnie and Clyde recounts the tale of two small-town youths from obscurity who rose to bec... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/turbine-theatre-announces-new-musical-productions The Turbine Theatre at Battersea Power Station is all geared up to add a dash of musical magic to the summer season with two brand new musicals.First up is Halls, a fresh musical from the creative minds of Jennifer Harrison and George Stroud, brought to life under the direction of Andy Fickman (known for Heathers). The curtain rises on this production on 07 July. The plot twirls around eight freshman university students, all hailing from diverse backgrounds and upbringings. They find their li... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/cast-announcement/carl-man-joins-wicked-uk-tour WICKED, touted by BBC News as "one of the most successful musicals of all time," is set to swoop back into the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford. Producers have slated the grand return from Tuesday, 16 April 2024, to Sunday, 19 May 2024. The spotlight will shine brightly on the WICKED at the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford.The already announced Laura Pick will take the stage as Elphaba. She'll be joined by Carl Man stepping into the role of 'Fiyero'. This reunion of two former Wicked West End cast member... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/cast-announcement/pigs-might-fly-uk-tour-casting-announced There's a buzz in the air! DEM Productions has just unveiled the stellar cast for the musical version of PIGS MIGHT FLY, based on Michael Morpurgo’s beloved Mudpuddle Farm. Caroline Wigmore and Jen Green are the masterminds behind the book, music, and lyrics. This Pigs Might Fly is set to tour the UK, beginning 24 May 2023 at the Theatre Peckham. A national press showing is also on the cards for 25 May, all under the deft direction of Kate Golledge.In the spotlight is Megan Swaisland who will... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/seven-dials-playhouse-announces-2023-season The Seven Dials Playhouse, a prominent performing arts venue in London's West End, is set to kick off its new season with an exciting trio of productions. This heralds the inaugural season of Steven Kavuma, the Playhouse's newly appointed Head of Programming. Kavuma's debut season, running from June through November 2023, will be marked by an impressive selection of plays, including two productions led by female protagonists and a gripping LGBTQIA+ narrative. The season will commence with the... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/cast-announcement/cast-announcement-for-hairspray-at-kilworth-house-theatre Kilworth House Theatre is thrilled to showcase Hairspray for their 2023 Theatre Season, marking the first-ever outdoor staging of Hairspray in the UK. This unique outdoor rendition of Hairspray is set to run for 52 performances throughout the summer.The 1950s are gone, and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and nominated for 10 Olivier Awards, is a family-friendly musical brimming with laughter, romance, and incredibly catchy tunes. Set in 19... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/the-smartest-giant-in-town-returns-to-the-west-end Fierylight and Little Angel Theatre are excited to reveal a new West End engagement for their acclaimed musical adaptation of The Smartest Giant in Town, based on the beloved tale by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.Having earned an Olivier Award nomination for Best Family Show, the production has just wrapped up a triumphant UK tour, where it delighted children nationwide.The Smartest Giant in Town will make its festive return to the [venue - St Martin's Theatre] from December 2nd to Janua... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/cast-announcement/cast-announced-for-brand-new-musical-fury-and-elysium The groundbreaking new musical, Fury and Elysium, has unveiled its impressive lineup of actors for its upcoming performance at The Other Palace Studio this summer. Set in Weimar-era Berlin, the show will immerse the audience in the struggle for artistic revolution amidst the rise of fascism. The cast for this production includes:Iz Hesketh (known for Legally Blonde at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre and Head over Heels at Manchester Hope Mill Theatre)Rosie Yadid (who starred in Bad Jews at the... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/cast-announcement/casting-announced-for-snakehead-at-the-hope-theatre The upcoming in-house production at The Hope Theatre, "Snakehead," has revealed its cast and creative team. This gig theatre production, set to debut in June as part of the summer season, offers a fresh take on the Medusa myth. Anticipated to be a high-energy and emotional performance, audiences can look forward to gaining a new perspective on one of the most misrepresented figures in Greek mythology.Phil Bartlett, Artistic Director of The Hope Theatre, comments, At the Hope we're always on t... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/cast-announcement/casting-for-the-third-man-at-menier-chocolate-factory-announced From the 10th June - 9th September, Menier Chocolate Factory will host the world première of the new musical, The Third Man.Graham Greene's captivating tale, which inspired a groundbreaking film and a compelling novella, now takes center stage as a new musical. Written by Christopher Hampton with music by George Fenton and lyrics by Don Black, and under the direction of Trevor Nunn, the story unfolds in post-war Vienna. Holly Martins arrives in the city, invited by his friend and hero, Harry ... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/cast-announcement/dr-ranj-joins-that-cast-of-dick-whittington-at-nottingham-theatre-royal Theatre Royal Presents a Dose of Family Fun this Christmas with Dr Ranj in Dick WhittingtonThe Theatre Royal in Nottingham is excited to reveal additional star-studded casting for this year's pantomime, Dick Whittington. The previously announced multi-talented Shane Richie, known for his work in television, music, theatre, and pantomime, will share the stage with renowned TV personality, physician, and presenter Ranjit Singh, who has been cast as the Spirit of the Bells.Dr Ranj has earned the... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/cast-announcement/matilda-new-casting-announced The Royal Shakespeare Company have today announced casting for the 10th year of Matilda the Musical, Victoria Alsina, Laurel Sumberg and Heidi Williams will join Maisie Mardle in the title role of MatildaAlso joining the cast areLauren Byrne as Miss HoneyRakesh Boury as Mr WormwoodAmy Ellen Richardson as Mrs WormwoodElliot Harper will continue as Miss TrunchbullLandi Oshinowo will continue in the role of Mrs Phelps https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/cast-announcement/agatha-christie-s-the-mirror-crack-d-tour-cast-announced Original Theatre have announced the final cast members for the upcoming Agatha Christie's The Mirror Crack'd tour. Announced are Oliver Boot as Chief Inspector CraddockLorenzo Martelli as Guiseppe RenzoChrystine Symone as Lola BrewsterHolly Smith in the ensemble.Joining already announcedSusie Blake as Miss MarpleSophie Ward as Marina GreggJoe McFadden as Jason RuddVeronica Roberts as Dolly BantryMara Allen as Cherry BakerSarah Lawrie as Ella ZielinskyJules Melvin as Heather LeighDavid Partrid... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/cast-announcement/back-to-the-future-announces-new-casting The 17th August 2022 will see Ben Joyce take the "stainless steel Delorean" for a spin as he joins the cast of Back to the Future as Marty. Roger Bart will continue in the role of Dr Emmett Brown.Amber Davies will play Lorraine Baines McFlyOliver Nicholas will play George McFlyJordan Benjamin will play Goldie WilsonHarry Jobson will play Biff TannenSophie Naglik will play Jennifer ParkerGary Trainor will play StricklandWill Haswell will continue as alternate Marty McFly and Dave McFlyEmma Llo... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/a-dead-body-in-taos-debuts-at-wilsons-music-hall-15-19-november David Farr (known for his work on Spooks, The Night Manager and many theatre projects) will have his new play A Dead Body in Taos will receive its world premiere this autumn at Wilton’s Music Hall  followed by performances at Warwick Arts Centre. Produced and Co-Commissioned by Fuel, The shows cast features Gemma Lawrence as Sam and Eve Ponsonby as Kath. Performances Dates:Wilton’s Music Hall -  26th October to 12th NovemberWarwick Arts Centre - 15th to 19th November https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/annie-uk-tour-2023-announced Annie will embark on a 2023 UK Tour opening at Curve, Leicester on Saturday 25 February 2023. With production and casting details to be announced soon, we do have an initial set of dates for the tour (with plenty of gaps for additional dates to be announced)Saturday 25 February – Saturday 4 March 2023Leicester Curve Theatre Tuesday 7 March – Saturday 11 March 2023Theatre Royal Newcastle Tuesday 21 March – Saturday 25 March 2023Edinburgh Playhouse Monday 3 April – Saturday 15 April 2023Birming... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/hamilton-extends-booking-window-to-march-2023 Not wanting to have Phantom take all the news today, Hamilton have announced they are ALSO booking until March 2023! Theatregoers will be in the room where it happens (Victoria Palace Theatre) until at least the 3rd of March 2023And they've also got a Christmas booking schedule to share.2022 Christmas Booking Schedule Monday 19 December 7:30pmTuesday 20 December 2:30pm and 7:30pmWednesday 21 December 7:30pmThursday 22 December 2:30pm and 7:30pmFriday 23 December 7:30pmSaturday 24 December 2:3... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/the-phantom-of-the-opera-extends-booking-and-changes-performance-times It's nice to be able to write an extension of a booking without having to follow that with "and then the show is closing" and The Phantom has delivered! The current run is now booking till Saturday 4th March 2023.And if that's not enough, they are mixing it up by changing the schedule from October AND announced some Christmas performance times.From Monday 3 October the new schedule will beMonday at 7.30pmTuesday at 7.30pmWednesday at 2.30pm and 7.30pmThursday at 7.30pmFriday at 7.30pmSaturday... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/2-22-a-ghost-story-adds-18-weeks-and-new-cast Producer Runaway Entertainment is delighted to announce that the critically acclaimed, smash hit, supernatural thriller 2:22 - A Ghost Story will extend its run at The Criterion Theatre when the current run ends on 4 September.  It will play a 18 week season running through to 8 January 2023. The extension means that the production will have its first Halloween performance on Monday 31 October - be afraid!The current cast at the Criterion Theatre features Tom Felton as Sam, Mandip Gill as Jen... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/come-from-away-west-end-announces-final-performance One the same day as the Mary Poppins closure and just a few weeks after the Broadway announcement, the Come from Away London team have announced they will be 'Stopping the world' one last time on the 7th of January 2023. There isn't much more to say other other than personally It's a real shame that more people won't get to see this amazing production and wonderful cast.The show is consistently one of the highest rated shows on Dress Circle and so we hope to hear of a tour announced very soon... https://www.dresscircle.co.uk/backstage/production-announcement/mary-poppins-announces-extension-and-end-date It's a busy day for Theatre news today and we begin with news that Mary Poppins has announced the final run extension for the  Prince Edward Theatre run.The production will end on the 8th of January 2023 with tickets on sale now! Cameron Mackintosh said “When the new revised production of Mary Poppins opened at the end of 2019 with a tremendous cast headed by Zizi Strallen, Charlie Stemp and Petula Clark, the response was even more ecstatic than the original. We had always planned to run two ...