The London theatre scene is over-flowing with talented performers of all sex, sizes, shapes and ages, and each and every one of them deserves to be recognised for their contributions to this business we call show. This edition of In Profile is putting the spotlight solely on Jenny O’Leary, in recognition of the contribution she…
Gypsy is a classic piece of musical theatre, and the Chichester Festival Theatre’s revival was a sell-out success last year. The production has fared just as well since transferring to the Savoy Theatre for a West End run and the principal performers are a big part of that, with Imelda Staunton giving a star turn…
The West End production of Wicked recently had a cast shake-up, and on 21st September, the brand new 2015/16 line-up played their first performance at the Apollo Victoria. Emma Hatton and Savannah Stevenson continued in the starring roles of Elphaba and Glinda, with Oliver Savile joining them as shared love interest Fiyero. Completing the revamped…
Wicked recently became the 9th longest-running show in the West End, and the award-winning musical remains one of the most popular draws in town as it enters its 10th year at the Apollo Victoria. Emma Hatton currently stars in the iconic role of Elphaba opposite Susannah Stevenson as Glinda, with Oliver Savile taking over the…
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s TV casting shows have attracted their fair share of critics, but it’s an undeniable fact that they have been a spring-board for the careers of many musical theatre performers. The likes of Samantha Barks, Rachel Tucker, Lee Mead, Danielle Hope, Ben Forster, and so many more, have gone on to become huge…
Sixty-five years ago, Frank Sinatra played his first UK concert at the London Palladium in London’s West End. The theatre now pays tribute to the legendary performer with the world premiere of the show Sinatra: The Man & His Music, which is running there until 10th October 2015. The multi-media experience includes all of his…
