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Arts writer specialising in theatre. Assistant Editor, Musicals magazine.
Read our review of new family play *A Tupperware of Ashes*, written by Tanika Gupta, now in performances at the National Theatre to 16 November. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Explore some fascinating Anglo-American ties, including the Benjamin Franklin House, Kew Palace, and two historical churches. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Enjoy a wickedly mysterious day out inspired by the greatest crime writer of all time: Agatha Christie. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of biographical drama *Giant*, directed by Nicholas Hytner, now in performances at the Royal Court to 16 November Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
The luminous leading lady has dazzled theatre audiences in Sydney, New York, London, and beyond. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Immerse yourself in the glory of Westminster Abbey and the terrors of the Tower of London, and venture further afield to Hampton Court Palace and Windsor Castle. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Assistant Editor; The Curious Case of Benjamin Button feature; interviews with Joanna Ampil (Phantom of the Opera) and Zizi Strallen (Cake: The Marie Antoinette Playlist Musical); review of Fiddler on the Roof (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre)
Ramin Karimloo delivers a true star performance as the nobody who charms the nation with his plain-speaking folksiness
Surrender to the fantastic with an array of magical shows, including *Hadestown*, *Wicked*, and *The Nutcracker*. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Have an enchanted day out in London with plenty of gravity-defying experiences to complement your trip to *Wicked*. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Enjoy the nightlife of one of London's most bohemian districts, including the theatres of Shaftesbury Avenue. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Find out where to secure a delicious pre-theatre tipple with our comprehensive guide to the best bars offering Happy Hour drinks in the West End. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Keep yourself full with sandwiches, salads, burgers, and much more as you explore everything central London has to offer. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
London's cinema capital is a true entertainment hotspot, also home to several exciting West End theatres. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
From the Royal Academy to Green Park, enjoy the delights of this central London spot - including some of the West End's leading theatres. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
The nominees include Myles Frost, Jack Godfrey, Grace Hodgett Young and Jack Wolfe
Enjoy an afternoon of elegance in some of the West End's finest establishments. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
The star-studded concert performance of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic is playing at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane for just two nights
Enjoy a drink in one of the West End's historic pubs before or after a theatre visit. Cheers! Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of *The Wizard of Oz*, featuring songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, now in performances at the Gillian Lynne Theatre to 8 September. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Learn about the songs in Lin-Manuel Miranda's electrifying and dazzlingly clever score, including "My Shot", "You'll Be Back", and "The Room Where it Happens". Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Learn more about Alan Menken and David Zippel's songs from the mythological musical, including "Go the Distance", "Zero to Hero", and "I Won't Say I'm in Love". Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of history play *Antony and Cleopatra*, now in performances at Shakespeare's Globe to 15 September. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
From starry casting in the classics to exciting new work, there's something for all tastes in the West End and beyond this autumn. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Lionel Bart's family favourite musical returns to London's West End this winter, in a new production by Sir Matthew Bourne. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
The star of *Doctor Who* and *Sex Education* makes his National Theatre debut later this year. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Learn more about the famous and spectacularly beautiful Covent Garden venue, home to the Royal Ballet & Opera. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Epic news! The Disney favourite with music by Alan Menken arrives at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in 2025. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Winner of five Tony Awards, the epic family drama directed by Sam Mendes is returning to the West End this autumn. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Get to know the iconic Sloane Square venue, a true trailblazer that brought British theatre into the modern age and continues to thrill with its thought-provoking productions. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Jak Malone, playing MI5 secretary Hester Leggatt (and other characters) in SpitLip's Operation Mincemeat at the Fortune Theatre in the West End
Starring in Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) in the West End, this young performer refuses to be pigeonholed
The iconic musical in its 60th year returns to Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
Read our review of *The Grapes of Wrath*, starring Cherry Jones and Harry Treadaway, now in performances at the National Theatre to 14 September. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Assistant Editor; interviews with Sally Ann Triplett (Cabaret), Adam Cooper (A Chorus Line) and Jess Folley (Burlesque); review of Kiss Me, Kate
The brand new verbatim musical is playing at the Southwark Playhouse Elephant
The UK premiere of Lucas Hnath's play runs until 10 August
OQ Daisy Goodwin is known for gilded historical escapism that's set among the upper echelons of society. Her previous novels include My Last Duchess, about the American 'dollar princesses' who married into the British aristocracy, and The Fortune Hunter, set in the court of the Empress Elisabeth ('Sissi') of Austria.
The hotly anticipated new show about modern dating by *SIX* writers Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss arrives at the Garrick Theatre in the West End this August. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Ahead of Jonathan Bailey's performance as Richard II at the Bridge Theatre, we look at other leading actors to have played the tragic medieval monarch. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Ahead of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical's West End transfer, we take a look at the songs - including "I'm Alive" - that comprise the pulsating rock score. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Find out more about the *Game of Thrones* star's stage career as he returns to the West End in Jeremy O. Harris's controversial *Slave Play*. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
As Tom Holland and Francesca Amewudah-Rivers play Shakespeare's tragic lovers in the West End, we take a look at other famous pairings from the past century. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
The double Tony-winner is also the talent behind *The Book of Mormon*, and has *Hercules* coming to London next year. *Mean Girls* is in performances at the Savoy Theatre. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of American comedy *I'm Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire*, now in performances at Southwark Playhouse through 10 August. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of *The Secret Garden*, adapted from Frances Hodgson Burnett's novel, now in performances at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre to 20 July. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
The West End transfer of the rock musical starring Caissie Levy and Jack Wolfe is currently playing at Wyndham's Theatre
The classic Cole Porter musical starring Stephanie J Block and Adrian Dunbar is currently playing at the Barbican Theatre in London
Find about more about the songs from Jim Barne and Kit Buchan's platonic romcom, playing at the Criterion Theatre in the West End until 31 August. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of Stewart Pringle's new play *The Bounds*, now in performances at the Royal Court to 13 July. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of Alice Childress's powerful 1960s drama *Wedding Band*, now in performances at the Lyric Hammersmith to 29 June. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
What's playing at the Bridge Theatre? Learn more about Frank Loesser's outstanding songs for *Guys & Dolls* as Nicholas Hytner's production enters its final extension. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Face the music and the mirror with Marvin Hamlisch and Ed Kleban's timeless score in *A Chorus Line*, which is playing at Sadler's Wells this summer. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
As the Lionel Bart classic returns to London this winter, we take a look at the beloved score, including "Consider Yourself," "You've Got to Pick a Pocket or Two," and "As Long as He Needs Me." Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
From David Tennant and Cush Jumbo to Henry Irving and Ellen Terry, learn about the most celebrated actors to have played Macbeth and his Lady in Shakespeare's tragedy. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
As the Cole Porter classic returns to London, we take a look at its irrepressible score, including "Wunderbar", "Brush Up Your Shakespeare", and "Always True to You in My Fashion". Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Assistant Editor; interview with Adam Garcia; review of London Tide
Ofra Daniel's piece opens in north London
As *Heathers* returns to the West End, familiarise yourself with the songs, including "Freeze Your Brain," "Our Love is God," and "Seventeen." Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
The acclaimed stage actor and star of television's *The Good Fight* leads the West End transfer of Shakespeare's Scottish play opposite David Tennant. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Elton John's musical version of the hit novel and film arrives at London's Dominion Theatre this autumn, starring Vanessa Williams and Matt Henry. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Assistant Editor; interviews with Jak Malone, Tarinn Callender and Dujonna Gift; review of Hadestown
Sebastian Armesto's stage adaptation continues its tour through to 22 June
From *Sister Act* and *Hadestown* to *Standing at the Sky's Edge*, there's a wealth of fantastic shows coming into town - so don't miss out! Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
The iconic musical plays at Sadler's Wells this summer in an exciting new production starring Adam Cooper and Carly Mercedes Dyer. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Relive all the joy of classic West End musicals as they return to London in 2024, including *Hello, Dolly!*, *Starlight Express*, and *Kiss Me, Kate*. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of Bijan Sheibani's new play *The Cord*, now in performances at the Bush Theatre to 25 May. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Follow our guide to the shows composed by legendary pop star Elton John, including *The Lion King, Billy Elliot, Tammy Faye*, and the forthcoming West End musical *The Devil Wears Prada*. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of Rosie Day's solo play *Instructions for a Teenage Armageddon*, now in performances at the Garrick Theatre to 28 April. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Ellie-May Sheridan makes a scene-stealing professional debut
Read our review of *Power of Sail*, starring Julian Ovenden and Giles Terera, now in performances at the Menier Chocolate Factory to 12 May. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
The Easter weekend is upon us: we share some of our favourite songs for spring, including numbers involving love at first sight, physical and emotional healing, and all-out partying!
Trevor Nunn directs the Chekhov classic, which runs until 13 April, for the very first time
As Cara Delevingne and Luke Treadaway join the cast of *Cabaret* at the Kit Kat Club, we take a look at other famous Sally Bowles and Emcee pairings. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Hop in the DeLorean and enjoy a trip to *Back to the Future: The Musical* - catchy songs, spectacular special effects, and a ton of nostalgia guaranteed! Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Learn more about Tim Minchin's irrepressible songs from *Matilda the Musical*, including "Miracle," "Naughty," "When I Grow Up," and "Revolting Children." Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of the darkly comic play *Nachtland*, directed by Patrick Marber, now in performances at the Young Vic to 20 April. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Pulitzer Prize-winning musical *Next to Normal* plays a strictly limited run in the West End this summer. Read our guide to learn more about this unique show. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Learn more about the songs in *The Book of Mormon*, a musical about two missionaries who attempt to convert the residents of a Ugandan village. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Learn more about the songs in *Hadestown* by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell, including "Wait for Me," "Wedding Song," and "When the Chips are Down." Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
As the trailer drops for the *Wicked* movie, starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, we look back on some of the show's most notable Elphaba and Glinda pairings. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Find out more about the creative team behind Broadway and West End hit *Wicked*, including director Joe Mantello and Stephen Schwartz, who wrote the music and lyrics. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
The cast use their natural accents which heightens the timeless and universal qualities of the story
Read our four-star review of *Everybody's Talking About Jamie*, starring Ivano Turco, now in performances at the Peacock Theatre to 23 March. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our five-star review of *Dear Octopus*, starring Lindsay Duncan, now in performances at the National Theatre to 27 March. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Best known for novels The Hundred and One Dalmatians and I Capture the Castle, Dodie Smith was also one of interwar Britain's most successful dramatists. Julia Rank looks back at her career, ahead of the NT's revival of Smith's 1938 play Dear Octopus
Grace Mouat and Jacob Fowler star in the two-hander musical until 2 March
The BAFTA-winning actor and star of *The Wire*, *The Affair,* and *The Crown* will play Eddie Carbone in Arthur Miller's *A View from the Bridge* in the West End. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Learn more about the songs in *Everybody's Talking About Jamie*, including "Out of the Darkness," "Work of Art," "Over the Top," and "The Wall in My Head." Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our three-star review of *Bronco Billy - The Musical*, now in performances at the Charing Cross Theatre to 7 April. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Remembering the electrifying Musical Theatre star who created the role of Anita in West Side Story on Broadway
Learn more about the songs in *Mrs. Doubtfire* from song-writing brothers Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick, including "That's Daniel" and "Playing with Fire." Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Assistant Editor; interviews with Laura Pitt-Pulford, Grace Mouat and Joaquin Pedro Valdes; reviews of The Witches and My Favourite Things
Learn more about the songs in *MJ the Musical*, including some of the King of Pop's most iconic tracks such as "Billie Jean," "Thriller," and "Smooth Criminal." Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Tony Award-winning musical *MJ* has crossed the pond and opens in the West End in March. Read our guide for what you need to know about this thrilling production. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our three-star review of Amit Lahav and Gecko's *Kin*, now in performances at the National Theatre to 27 January. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Tricia Thorns's revival runs until 3 February at the north-east London venue
Dennis Hackin's frontier musical about Bronco Billy and his band of Wild Westerners, who try to make a living with their travelling show, opens on 24 January. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Learn more about the songs in *Hello, Dolly!*, such as "It Takes a Woman" and "Put On Your Sunday Clothes." The musical opens at the London Palladium next summer. Read more on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of *The Motive and the Cue*, which has transferred from the National Theatre to the West End's Noël Coward Theatre and runs until 23 March. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our three-star review of *Cold War*, directed by Rupert Goold, now in performances at the Almeida Theatre to 27 January. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our four-star review of *Pacific Overtures*, Stephen Sondheim's 1976 work about 19th-century Japan, now in performances at the Menier Chocolate Factory to 24 February. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our two-star review of *Treason*, starring Sam Ferriday and Nicole Raquel Dennis, now in performances at Alexandra Palace to 18 November. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Assistant Editor; interviews with David Thaxton and Laura Pick; 'Bring Back That Show' and 'Venue Focus' featurettes; review of Close Up: The Twiggy Musical
Read our three-star review of panto *Jack and the Beanstalk*, now in performances at Theatre Royal Stratford East to 6 December. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our four-star review of *A Christmas Carol*, starring Christopher Eccleston, now in performances at the Old Vic to 6 January. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our three-star review of *Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)*, starring Sam Tutty and Dujonna Gift, which is now in performances at the Kiln Theatre to 20 January. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our two-star review of *The Interview*, starring Yolanda Kettle as Princess Diana, now in performances at the Park Theatre to 25 November. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Shakespeare's tragedy *King Lear*, starring and directed by Kenneth Branagh, is now in performances at the Wyndham's Theatre to 9 December. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Live show review of Annie Get Your Gun and book reviews of Reviewing the Situation: The British Musical from Noël Coward to Lionel Bart and Master of the House: The Theatres of Cameron Mackintosh
Read our four-star review of the semi-biographical drama *The Confessions*, now in performances at the National Theatre to 4 November. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our five-star review of *Dear England*, starring Joseph Fiennes as Gareth Southgate, now in performances at the Prince Edward Theatre to 13 January. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our four-star review of *Elephant*, written by and starring Anoushka Lucas, now in performances at the Bush Theatre to 4 November. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
"Okay Then That's Great" by Susannah Wise: A chaotic, delightful novel with a unique world, hints of Nora Ephron, and a talented author's wacky imagination.
Read our two-star review of *The Empress*, produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company, now in performances at Lyric Hammersmith to 28 October. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our four-star review of powerful drama *The Father and the Assassin*, directed by Indhu Rubasingham, now in performances at the National Theatre to 14 October. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our four-star review of *Pygmalion*, starring Bertie Carvel and Patsy Ferran, now in performances at the Old Vic to 28 October. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our three-star review of Noel Coward's *Private Lives*, about warring exes reuniting, now in performances at the Ambassadors Theatre to 25 November. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our three-star review of romantic comedy *As You Like It*, now in performances at Shakespeare's Globe to 29 October. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our four-star review of *La Cage aux Folles* now in performances at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre to 16th September. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our four-star review of *Matthew Bourne's Romeo & Juliet*, a dance adaptation of Shakespeare's play in performances at Sadler's Wells to 2 September. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Read our review of Freya Catrin Smith and Jack Williams's new musical *Ride*, currently performing at the Southwark Playhouse Elephant through 12 August. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Reviews of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, The Third Man and Then, Now & Next
As part of our "Queen's Reads" series, Julia Rank reviews a new biography of Katherine Mansfield (OQ) in her centenary year: "All Sorts of Lives: Katherine Mansfield and the Art of Risking Everything"
Mingyu Lin's production runs until 29 April at the north London venue
The V&A is tracing the history of the 'diva', from 19th-century opera singers to today's global megastars, in an exhibition that will feature artefacts and spotlight costumes worn by icons such as Ellen Terry, Maria Callas and Tina Turner. Julia Rank finds out more
Read our review of *Mog the Forgetful Cat*, the stage adaption of Judith Kerr's 1970 children's book, in performances to 29 July at The Old Vic. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Julia Rank (OQ, 2006) explores this work by Theodora Benson (OQ, c.1922) recently republished by the British Library.
Agent Esta Charkham has done almost every job in the business: acting in sitcoms, founding a drama school, casting Chariots of Fire and now, aged 73, as an agent
Miki Berenyi (OQ 1980-1985), best known as a member of the band Lush, recently published a critically acclaimed and best-selling autobiography. OQ Julia Rank reviews Berenyi's book below.
Read our three-star review of this world premiere production of *anthropology*, starring MyAnna Buring, now in performances at Hampstead Theatre to 14 October. Read more theatre reviews on LondonTheatre.co.uk.
Why The Witches of Eastwick deserves a revival