2013 West End

2013 West End

After the excitement in London throughout 2012 thanks to the Diamond Jubilee and Olympic Games, normal service can now be resumed and the focus can once again be on West End theatre. After quite a sorry season for new musicals last year, 2013 offers an influx of shows transferring to London riding on the back of their Broadway success. The first show to arrive is the 2006 Broadway revival of A...

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2013 on Broadway

2013 on Broadway

After a somewhat difficult year for new musicals on Broadway in 2012, the 2013 season brings with it a handful of new shows hoping to light the lights and soar to success at the Tony Awards. From the tried and tested to the risky gambles, this season is set to be another interesting one on the Great White Way, and exactly what will sink or swim is hard to tell. The first musical to stake a claim...

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2012 Awards

2012 Awards

  The 2012 award season was dominated by new musicals on both sides of the Atlantic. Matilda the Musical took home the most awards at the Olivier Awards, including a three way tie between the leading ladies, whilst Once the Musical swept the board at the Tony’s. Despite the best efforts of the Society of London Theatre, the Olivier Awards ceremony lacked a certain sparkle, and the...

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2012 on Broadway

2012 on Broadway

The 2012 Broadway season brought with it the usual mixed bag of new talent, new shows and offstage drama. Despite a reliance on well known brands, actors and shows, those that dared to dream big were rewarded with huge grosses and Tony accolades. On the other side of the coin, 2012 saw a number of flops, short runs and early closures. As one law suit was finally settled (Taymor Vs Spider Man),...

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2011 on Broadway

2011 on Broadway

In a year dominated by Mormons, Nun’s, Sailors and Pilots the biggest hits on Broadway were once again West End imports. With many new musicals failing to last more than a couple of months, let alone recouping their investment, the trend for British Theatre continued to pick up and was once again reflected in the Tony Awards. Mark Rylance, star of Jerusalem won the Best Actor prize showing that...

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