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Hi theatre-goers Only five weeks to go until Christmas folks… that’s a scary thought isn’t it? Have you paid any attention to what theatre show you are going to see …

Theatre Highlights in London this Christmas Read More

Hi Theatre-goers Well, for some of you it’s half term week with the kids around and wanting to “do stuff”. I’m in the same position and one of our holiday …

30/10/14 Winter in the West End Read More

Hi Theatre-goers There’s a new musical in town and its called Made in Dagenham. Now, I really enjoyed the 2010 film of the same name starring Sally Hawkins in the lead …

21/10/14 Made in Dagenham Read More

Hi Theatregoers I can’t quite believe that the stage play The Woman in Black has been making London audiences jump out of their seats for over 25 years now. It …

4/9/14 : The Woman in Black – 25 Scary Years! Read More

Hi theatre-goers We’ve had some amazing productions in London so far this year with Hollywood stars a plenty lining up to tread the boards including James Earl Jones, Vanessa Redgrave, Kathleen …

Chock-a-block in the West End Read More

Hi Theatre-goers Did any of your see the fascinating programme about Michael Flatley at the weekend? It’s like the world famous Irish dancer hasn’t aged in the last 20 years! …

03/06/2014 – Return of the Lord Read More

Hi theatre-goers I hope that wherever you are you are getting to enjoy some of this glorious May sunshine (even if it’s just a five minute glare in between hail …

15/5/2014 Pre-theatre dining Read More

Hi Theatre-goers In the words of the gorgeous Doris Day “(I’ve) just got in from the windy city…” Yes, I spent a wonderful Easter in Chicago and the surrounding area. …

23/4/2014 West End… Broadway… Broadway…. West End? Read More

Hi theatre-goers Over the last week I’ve been treated to two new musicals which are currently previewing in the West End – I Can’t Sing and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. I …

21/3/2014 March Musical Madness Read More

Hi Theatre-goers Just had a look at the month ahead on my calendar and there is so much going on in the West End. With the hilarious comedy One Man …

6/3/14 Busy Month of March Read More

Hi Theatre-goers It’s been a long time and I didn’t realise just how much time had passed since my last blog until a colleague pointed out that it’s coming up …

Going The Full Monty Read More

Hi there theatre-goers I wonder if you’ve noticed that over the last few years there’s been a definite trend in the West End with either best selling books and/or box …

28/1/14 Is it a book? Is it a film? No, it’s a play! Read More

Hi theatre-goers Yes, it’s only a month away, so you’d better get organising that romantic theatre break for that certain special person in your life. Fortunately, the West End is …

14/01/14 Valentine’s Day Theatre Breaks Read More

Hi theatre-goers Nigel Harmon must be breathing a sigh of relief this week with the announcement of the main cast in comedian Harry Hill’s new musical I Can’t Sing : …

9/12/13 Have you got the X Factor? Read More

Hi Theatre-goers Where oh where has the time gone? I take one day off this week and suddenly we’re on Friday-Eve! What’s that all about then? I like the fact …

27/11/13 New Cast for Miss Saigon Read More

Hi Theatre-goers Going to the theatre is great way to entertain all the family all at the same time and during December when the Regent Street Christmas lights sparkle London’s …

20/11/2013 What’s on in the West End this Christmas Read More

Hi theatre-goers Long time no write, but here I am back again from my hols in Northern Ireland (and very nice it was too – I can highly recommend it). …

11/11/2013 What I’m Watching Read More

Hi Theatre-goers This week I was hoping to be going to see The Commitments at the Palace theatre in London, but sadly the date got changed and I now can’t …

15/10/13 The Commitments : Saviours of Soul Read More

Hi Theatre-goers Unusually uninspired this week in bringing you something interesting to read… not like me at all as I always have something to share with you. Anyhoo, a colleague …

10/10/13 Theatre posters Read More

Hi Theatre-goers So who of you has seen the colour explosion at the London Palladium that is Charlie and the Chocolate Factory? To those of you who have already seen …

16/9/13 Read More

Hi Theatre goers Just heard that two of my favourite shows have extended their booking periods well into 2014. First off, the incredible adaptation of Michael Morpurgo’s War Horse at …

11/09/13 West End news Read More

London is a true global city… One of the largest European cities in the world, it emanates a unique charisma that attracts the locals and tourists alike. Home to various …

4/9/13 London: A Favorite Tourist Destination in the UK Read More

Hi theatre go-ers Hope you are enjoying the start of September still with lots of sunshine and warmth in the UK air. Before we’ve even got close to the end …

2/9/13 Returns & Farewells 2014 Read More

Hi there Theatre-goers Hope you’ve all enjoyed the Bank Holiday Weekend here in the UK – wasn’t the weather glorious? Great to receive official confirmation that the sensational Jersey Boys, …

28/8/13 Jersey Boys on the move Read More

Hi Theatre-goers The sun has come out again in the South East of England which always makes me feel like getting out and doing fun stuff with my friends. Here’s …

20/8/13 More Summer Fun Read More