Titanic at the Charing Cross Theatre

A reviews round-up for acclaimed musical Titanic at the Charing Cross Theatre Thom Southerland’s production of Broadway musical Titanic has sailed into the West End and unlike Show Boat, this musical is sure to be a hit with more than just the critics. Based on actual characters aboard the greatest ship in the world, Maury Yeston (Nine, Grand Hotel) and Peter Stone’s stunning musical focuses on their hopes and aspirations. With soaring songs, glorious chorally-inspired melodies and magnificent performances you are definitely entering goose-bump territory. Don't miss this fantastic production. Titanic runs until 6 August 2016 at the Charing Cross Theatre. BOOKING Book tickets to Titanic

Director Thom Southerland and choreographer Cressida Carré talk about the hotly anticipated revival of TITANIC, which opens next week at Charing Cross Theatre. The thrilling London premiere of the Broadway musical Titanic became one of the hottest must-see shows, winning a clutch of Best Musical awards, 4 and 5 star rave reviews across the board and it was Critics Choice in most national newspapers. Based on actual characters aboard the most famous ship in the world, unaware of the fate that awaits them, Maury Yeston (Nine, Grand Hotel) and Peter Stone’s stunning musical focuses on their hopes and aspiration. The multi award-winning production, first seen in 2013 at Southwark Playhouse, returns with director Thom Southerland once again at the helm. Titanic runs until 10 August 2016 at Charing Cross Theatre. BOOKING Book tickets to Titanic

Final casting has been announced for the multi award-winning production of the hit Broadway musical Titanic. Thom Southerland's production will see eight of the original cast members, including Philip Rham who plays the Captain, return to the hit show. Returning with Rham are Scarlett Courtney, Matthew Crowe, Sion Lloyd, Shane McDaid, Dudley Rogers, Victoria Serra and Judith Street. They are joined by: David Bardsley, Alistair Barron, Helena Blackman, Scott Cripps, James Gant, Luke George, Douglas Hansell, Rob Houchen, Claire Machin, Jessica Paul, Peter Prentice, Dom Simpson. First seen at Southwark Playhouse in 2013, Titanic became one of the hottest must-see shows in 2013, winning a clutch of Best Musical awards, four and five star rave reviews across the board and and it was Critics Choice in many national newspapers. Titanic returns to the London stage for a limited 10-week run from 28 May 2016 until 6 August at the Charing Cross Theatre. Titanic is the first production in a major season of musicals announced last month by Southerland on his appointment as Artistic Director of Charing Cross Theatre. BOOKING Book tickets to Titanic

Grand Hotel and Titanic director Thom Southerland has been appointed artistic director of Charing Cross Theatre. Southerland announced his inaugural season of major musicals will include the return of his acclaimed multi award-winning production of Titanic.  Also featuring will be the European premiere of Death Takes a Holiday, Radio Times and Ragtime. Thom will continue his long-time collaboration with Danielle Tarento, where she will co-produce the entire season with Steven M. Levy, Sean Sweeney and Vaughan Williams. Steven M. Levy said: “Thom Southerland’s appointment marks the start of an exciting, fabulous new chapter in the history of our theatre. As we turn into a full-time producing house we are thrilled to announce the appointment of Thom as Artistic Director and to welcome Danielle Tarento as our season co-producer.” Southerland said: “I am thrilled to have been appointed Artistic Director. It’s doubly exciting to be able to premiere Titanic composer Maury Yeston’s Death Takes a Holiday to round off this first season.” The season commences with Titanic (28 May - 6 August), followed by Radio Times (20 August - 1 October) which features classic songs from Noel Gay and a book by Abi Grant. Next up is Tony Award-winning musical Ragtime (8 October - 26 November) based on the novel by E.L Doctorow and set at the dawn of the 20th Century, when everything is changing and anything is possible. Ragtime features music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and book by Terrence McNally. The season concludes with the European premiere of Death Takes a Holiday (3 December 2016 - 21 January 2017). Based on the 1928 Italian play of the same name, it went on to inspire the hit film, Meet Joe Black starring Brad Pit. Nominated for 11 Drama Desk Awards when it premiered Off Broadway in 2011, Death Takes a Holiday is a story of the preciousness of life and the overwhelming power of love.