Backstage: News

Never miss a beat with our up to the minute theatre news covering a wide variety of London theatre productions. Keep up to date with cast changes, new show announcements and West End news hot off the press. Our contributors have their ears to the ground, taking in all the latest rumours of upcoming shows and industry headlines to keep you in the know.

Win The Bodyguard Tickets and an Exclusive Goody Bag

Win The Bodyguard Tickets and an Exclusive Goody Bag

Win The Bodyguard tickets to the new musical opening at the Adelphi Theatre London and an exclusive goody bag.

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The Michael Grandage Season

The Michael Grandage Season

The Michael Grandage Season begins a year long residency at the Noel Coward Theatre from November 2012. Throughout 2013 five new productions of new and classic works will be presented by some of the country's leading acting talent, all directed by Michael Grandage under the banner of his brand new company.

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Once the Musical

Once the Musical

The hit Broadway musical 'Once' is finding a UK home at the Phoenix Theatre in early 2013, completing the Spring season of US imports that also includes The Book of Mormon and A Chorus Line. Based on the film of the same name, this simple yet effective production won an impressive 8 Tony Awards this year and is one of the hottest tickets in New York. Will it have the same effect in London...?

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2012 Tony Awards

2012 Tony Awards

The most spectacular event in the worldwide theatrical calendar is without doubt the Tony Awards. The 2012 ceremony was hosted once again by Neil Patrick Harris, and featured performances from shows such as Once, Ghost the Musical, Newsies and Porgy and Bess. Read our round-up of the winners and losers on the night and let us know your thoughts on who should have taken home the gongs...

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Win the Ultimate Wizard of Oz Experience

Win the Ultimate Wizard of Oz Experience

Our fantastic Wizard of Oz competition included tickets to see the show, along with a backstage tour and exclusive signed merchandise from Sophie Evans herself! The competition was a roaring success. Have a look to find the lucky winner with their prize and hear what they have to say about the show.

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The Bodyguard Press Launch

The Bodyguard Press Launch

We recently attended the exclusive Press Launch of one of the newest musicals to hit London's West End. The Bodyguard, based on the award winning film of the same name will open at the Adelphi Theatre in November 2012, and we got to be the first to hear all about it. Read our review of the event where we brushed shoulders with Heather Headley who is taking on the iconic role once played by Whitney Houston.

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Olivier Award Winners 2012

Olivier Award Winners 2012

The Olivier Awards are London's answer to the prolific Tony Awards and occur every year to recognise the best of West End talent. 2012 was an exceptional year for theatre, with Matilda scooping up the most awards across a variety of categories. We watched the ceremony and put together our thoughts on the awards, performances and fashions.

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Spice Girls The Musical

Spice Girls The Musical

News of a Spice Girls musical have been floating around for some time, but it seems that 2012 will be the year that this project finally comes to light. The band who invented 'Girl Power' are set to ignite the West End stage. Stay tuned her for upcoming news on the show.

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WhatsOnStage Awards 2012

WhatsOnStage Awards 2012

The 2012 Whatsonstage Awards are one of the West End's biggest award ceremonies. Recognising the hard work and talent of thousands of theatre professionals, they are voted for by you - the audience member. We checkout out the results to see if we agreed with the big wins of the night!

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