Tag Archives: musicals

August 25

For Tonight – a West-End staged concert show of a brand-new musical – 5th September

The West-End staged concert show of a brand-new musical titled For Tonight is announced today, taking place at the Adelphi Theatre on the 5 September, starring Amy Di Bartolomeo. Amy began her journey with ‘For Tonight’ during the lockdown and is delighted to be back playing the role she originated as both the show and […]

July 03

42 Balloons: An Uplifting New Musical Soaring Into The Lowry in Spring 2024

Soar into an extraordinary world of dreams and determination with “42 Balloons,” an uplifting new musical set to take The Lowry by storm in Spring 2024. Inspired by the true story of Larry Walters and his incredible flight using 42 balloons and a lawn chair, this musical extravaganza combines a pop-inspired score, a stellar cast […]

June 16

5 Things to Know About the New Cast of “TINA – The Tina Turner Musical”

The hit West End production TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, which has been captivating audiences for the past five years, is welcoming new cast members to the show. Here are five things you need to know about the cast changes and the talented performers joining the production. TINA – The Tina Turner Musical One […]

March 31

4. Book tickets for the extended run of MAMMA MIA! at London’s Novello Theatre

The popular musical “MAMMA MIA!” has extended its booking period at London’s Novello Theatre until March 2, 2024, with tickets available for purchase. The show has been seen by more than 65 million people worldwide and turned into two record-breaking movies. The London production has been seen by over 10 million people and is the […]

March 15

5 reasons to go to the theatre by critically acclaimed dancer, singer and actress Charlotte Gooch

We are very grateful to Charlotte for taking time out of her busy rehearsal schedule for the touring production of Singin’ in the Rain to share her 5 things. Escapism A chance to leave your troubles at the door and lose yourself in someone else’s story for a couple of hours. Whether you’re watching the […]

November 12

See Lyn Paul in Blood Brothers at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking

Lyn Paul first rose to fame in the early 1970s as a member of the New Seekers, whose hit ‘I’d Like to Teach the World to Sing’ sold over 20 million copies and remains one of the 100 best-selling UK singles of all time. Lyn also featured as the lead vocalist on the 1974 number-one hit […]

October 09

3. Book to see Priscilla Queen of the desert at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking this October

In March 2020, Priscilla fans had to be turned away from the show on opening night at the New Victoria Theatre due to sudden Covid-19 restrictions. After a painful 18 month wait, Priscilla Queen of the Desert will finally take to the Woking stage. The production, starring Miles Western, Nick Hayes and Edwin Ray, is […]

April 27

DREAMGIRLS UK Tour will star Nicole Raquel Dennis (ITV’s The Voice)

Sonia Friedman Productions today announced that Nicole Raquel Dennis will play the role of Effie White in the first ever UK tour of Dreamgirls. A finalist on ITV’s The Voice in 2019, Nicole wowed viewers and judges at her blind audition, performing Dreamgirls mega-hit ‘And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going’ alongside team mentor Jennifer Hudson. Hudson won an Oscar (Best Supporting Actress) […]

April 12

Listen to this isolation duet by Sierra Boggess and Ramin Karimloo

April 08

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra streams first performance with Vasily Petrenko. Wednesday 8 April from 4pm BST on the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s YouTube channnel and 4 other things to do

Here are today’s selection One Royal Philharmonic Orchestra streams first performance with Vasily Petrenko. Wednesday 8 April from 4pm BST on the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s YouTube channnel Follow the link and set a reminder to be notified when it goes live for 24 hours only:  Two Watch Now, Visit Later:  Social Distance with the Derry Girls – Prepare […]

October 17

2. Book tickets for an evening with Stephen Schwartz’s at the Park theatre, London

The world-renowned composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Children of Eden, Pippin, Godspell, Rags and the soon to be premiered in London The Prince of Egypt) will visit Park Theatre to present a showcase of his most memorable numbers and take part in a panel discussion and audience Q&A about his life and work on Sunday 12 January.  Featuring his favourite works, performed by […]

March 04

2. Book to see Waitress the musical at The Adelphi Theatre #Musicals #London #waitresslondon

Katharine McPhee will make her West End debut starring as Jenna in the UK premiere of Waitress, having played the role on Broadway earlier this year. The Tony Award-nominated musical will begin preview performances on 8 February ahead of its official opening night on 7 March at London’s Adelphi Theatre. Currently playing its third year […]

February 20

1. Book to see Dirty Dancing at the New Victoria Theatre Woking from Monday 18 – Saturday 23 March #Musicals #Theatre #Woking

Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage, the sensationally sexy show and world-wide phenomenon, is coming back to the New Victoria Theatre from Monday 18 – Saturday 23 March. Playing the roles made famous by Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey will be Michael O’Reilly and Kira Malou. As ‘Johnny Castle’, one half of one […]

January 14

International, smash-hit musical Ghost – The Musical is coming to the New Victoria Theatre from Tuesday 5 – Saturday 9 February #GhostTheMusical @Ghostontour

Walking back to their apartment late one night a tragic encounter sees Sam murdered and his beloved girlfriend Molly alone, in despair and utterly lost. But with the help of a phoney storefront psychic Sam, trapped between this world and the next, tries to communicate with Molly in the hope of saving her from grave […]

July 26

1. Book to see Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical #London #musicals

Jim Steinman’s Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical will be extending into 2019, with a new booking period at the Dominion Theatre from 27 October 2018 to 5 January 2019 going on sale at 12.00noon today, Thursday 26 July 2918. The winner of the Evening Standard Radio 2 Audience Award for Best Musical 2017 […]

July 16

2. Book to see Evita at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking

Following its smash hit run at London’s Dominion Theatre, Bill Kenwright’s production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita is set to thrill audiences once again across the UK. Telling the story of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator Juan Peron, Evita follows Eva’s journey from humble beginnings through to extraordinary wealth, power […]

December 17

Interview with Katherine Kelly – Elsa Schraeder in The Sound of Music | The Sound of Music Live airs Sunday 20th December, from 7.30pm on ITV

Katherine Kelly plays the role of Baroness Elsa Schraeder  in the Sound of Music Live Q: Did you sign up for The Sound of Music Live the moment you were offered it? A: Not to be begin with, to be honest. I thought “I don’t know if this is for me.” But when I spoke […]

December 01

Interview with actress Cameron Leigh, currently playing Edith Piaf at The Charing Cross Theatre, London

‘5thingstodotoday’ is very grateful to actress Cameron Leigh for taking time out of rehearsals for this short Q and A. Cameron is currently playing the role of Edith Piaf at The Charing Cross Theatre in the London Production of ‘Piaf’ What things would you tell a school pupil who wants to be on the stage […]

November 08

We interview West End star Siobhan Dillon | Siobhan is currently playing the role of Ellen in Miss Saigon at the Prince Edward theatre 

Siobhan Dillon has come a long way since she made the final of the live audition show How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria. She has starred in Grease, Legally Blonde and Ghost the Musical. You can catch Siobhan playing the role of Ellen in Miss Saigon at the Prince Edward theatre. Here Siobhan […]

July 23

Buy tickets for London West End shows up to one hour before show time with TodayTix App

   • London is the first international expansion of the US app following huge success on Broadway  • Tickets can be purchased in 30 seconds or less, one week to one hour before showtime • Tickets are sold at the best price available, with one of the lowest booking fees in the industry, offering a […]

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