Photo flash: David Mitchell & Gemma Whelan in ‘The Upstart Crow’
First look at the West End production of Ben Elton’s new comedy
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Rhys Ifans to play Atticus Finch in London production of ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’
To Kill A Mockingbird to open at the Gielgud Theatre in May 2020.
‘To Kill A Mockingbird’ adaptation by Aaron Sorkin to open in London
To Kill A Mockingbird to open at the Gielgud Theatre in May 2020.
‘Les Misérables’ concert production to be screened in cinemas
Les Misérables to be broadcast live on 2 December 2019
To Kill A Mockingbird
Aaron Sorkin acclaimed production of To Kill A Mockingbird transfer to the Gielgud Theatre
Ben Elton comedy ‘Upstart Crow’ to be staged in the West End
‘Peep Show’ star David Mitchell to make West End debut in Ben Elton comedy.
‘Les Miserables in Concert’: Michael Ball, Alfie Boe, Carrie Hope Fletcher photos released
First look at the all-star cast of Les Miserables in London
Les Misérable – The Staged Concert / final cast announced
The concert version of Les Misérables will run at the Gielgud Theatre
Martha Plimpton led ‘SWEAT’ transfers to West End
Strictly 50 performances only at the Gielgud Theatre
Les Misérables / Michael Ball, Alfie Boe & John-Owen Jones return to West End show
Cameron Mackintosh to stage the legendary concert version of Les Misérables
Reviews round-up: The Ferryman
Jez Butterworth and Sam Mendes deliver a shattering tale of passion and violence. One not to be missed.
Jez Butterworth’s The Ferryman to transfer to West End
Sam Mendes directs the highly anticipated new play. Tickets on sale Friday.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to close in the West End
The final performance will be in June 2017
Photos: Cast change for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time
First Look at the new cast of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at the Gielgud theatre
Photos: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at the Gielgud Theatre
Production photos of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at the Gielgud Theatre.
Photos of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Production photos of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at the Gielgud Theatre
GRAHAM BUTLER in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
GRAHAM BUTLER in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME: Casting Update
The National Theatre has announced a new cast for its production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.
Blithe Spirit starring Angela Lansbury – Round-up of Reviews
Round-up of Reviews for Blithe Spirit starring Angela Lansbury at the Gielgud Theatre
Photos: Blithe Spirit opening night starring Angela Lansbury
Photos of the Les Miserables opening night on Broadway
Photos: Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre starring Angela Lansbury
Production photos of Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre starring Angela Lansbury.
Photos: Blithe Spirit – in rehearsal with Angela Lansbury
Rehearsal photos of Blithe Spirit starring Angela Lansbury at the Gielgud Theatre
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to move from the Apollo to Gielgud Theatre
The National Theatre’s hit play The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is to move to the Gielgud Theatre following the roof collapse of the Apollo Theatre.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at the Gielgud Theatre
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, based on Mark Haddon’s novel and directed by Marianne Elliott (War Horse).
FIRST LOOK: Blithe Spirit poster starring Angela Lansbury
FIRST LOOK: The poster for Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre starring Angela Lansbury.
JEMIMA ROOPER as Elvira in Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre
JEMIMA ROOPER as Elvira in Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre
ANGELA LANSBURY as Madame Arcati in Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre
ANGELA LANSBURY as Madame Arcati in Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre.
CHARLES EDWARDS as Charles Condomine in Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre.
CHARLES EDWARDS as Charles Condomine in Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre.
JANIE DEE as Ruth Condomine in Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre
JANIE DEE as Ruth Condomine in Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre
Blithe Spirit starring Angela Lansbury at the Gielgud Theatre
Angela Lansbury stars in the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of Noel Coward’s classic comedy Blithe Spirit at the Gielgud Theatre.
Broadway’s Blithe Spirit to transfer to London starring Angela Lansbury
The 2009 Broadway production of Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit is to be revived in London starring Angela Lansbury.
Strangers on a Train – Round-up of Reviews
A round-up of reviews for Strangers on a Train starring Laurence Fox at the Gielgud Theatre
Review: Strangers on a Train at the Gielgud Theatre
Review of Strangers on a Train starring Laurence Fox at the Gielgud Theatre
LAURENCE FOX in Strangers on a Train at the Gielgud Theatre
Laurence Fox stars as Guy Haines in Strangers on a Train at the Gielgud Theatre
Photos: Strangers on a Train at the Gielgud Theatre
Production photos of Strangers on a Train at the Gielgud Theatre
Strangers on a Train at the Gielgud Theatre starring Laurence Fox
Laurence Fox stars in gripping thriller Strangers on a Train at the Gielgud Theatre.
The Audience – Review
Clive Hirschhorn reviews The Audience starring Helen Mirren at the Gielgud Theatre in London.
Photos: The Audience at the Gielgud Theatre starring Helen Mirren
Production photos of The Audience at the Gielgud Theatre starring Helen Mirren
The Audience starring Helen Mirren – Reviews Round-up
Reviews are in for THE AUDIENCE, Helen Mirren’s return to playing The Queen
First Look: Helen Mirren in The Audience
Helen Mirren as Her Majesty The Queen in Peter Morgan’s new play The Audience at the Gielgud Theatre in London.
Gielgud Theatre Box Office – What’s On
What’s playing and coming up at the Gielgud Theatre
Private Lives at the Gielgud Theatre starring Anna Chancellor and Toby Stephens
Noel Coward’s glamorous, witty play Private Lives makes a welcome return to the West End with Jonathan Kent’s acclaimed Chichester production starring Toby Stephens and Anna Chancellor as Elyot and Amanda.
Photos: The Audience rehearsals – starring Helen Mirren at the Gielgud Theatre
Rehearsal photos of The Audience starring Helen Mirren at the Gielgud Theatre
LUKE TREADAWAY in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
LUKE TREADAWAY in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
HELEN MIRREN in The Audience
HELEN MIRREN in The Audience
Haydn Gwynne, Robert Hardy And Paul Ritter Join Helen Mirren In The Audience
Joining Helen Mirren as The Queen in the world premiere of Peter Morgan’s The Audience will be Haydn Gwynne who will play Margaret Thatcher, Robert Hardy as Winston Churchill and Paul Ritter as John Major. Stephen Daldry’s production will preview at the Gielgud Theatre from 15 February 2013
Chariots of Fire – up to 23% Off
Save up to 23% on tickets to see Chariots of Fire at the Gielgud Theatre in London.
Chariots of Fire at the Gielgud Theatre | Ticket offer – save £15.50 on tickets
Live on stage, experience the thrilling true story of one of Britain’s greatest ever sporting achievements. Adapted from the legendary Oscar-winning movie, this spectacular and ingenious show is delighting audiences in the West End. Enjoy a saving of OVER 25% on tickets – book now.
Yes, Prime Minister at the Trafalgar Studios
Yes, Prime Minister makes a welcome return to the West End, based on the classic BBC sitcom by Antony Jay & Jonathan Lynn.
Chariots of Fire at the Gielgud Theatre
Adapted from the Oscar-winning movie, this spectacular retelling of Eric Liddell’s and Harold Abrahams’ quest to become the fastest men on earth is an electrifying and moving tale of two men’s rivalry against overwhelming odds.
Yes, Prime Minister tickets at the Gielgud Theatre
NOW PLAYING AT THE GIELGUD THEATRE. Yes, Prime Minister returns to the West End based on the classic BBC sitcom, starring Simon Williams and Richard McCabe.
West End Tug of War won by Lend Me A Tenor!
In a rather random PR stunt that only the West End could have got away with, the inaugural West End Tug of War contest took place this week.
First look photos of The Ladykillers at the Gielgud Theatre starring Peter Capaldi
Promotional photos of The Ladykillers, a major new adaptation of the classic Ealing Comedy arriving in London this November, starring Peter Capaldi, James Fleet and Ben Miller.
Classic Ealing comedy The Ladykillers gets West End adaptation
A major new adaptation of classic Ealing Comedy The Ladykillers is to come to the West End this winter starring Peter Capaldi, James Fleet and Ben Miller.
New stage version of The Ladykillers announced today
The 1955 classic Ealing comedy is this autumn brought back to life on the stage in a production that will play at the Liverpool Playhouse from November 3rd – 19th, prior to opening at the Gielgud Theatre on November 26th with a press night on December 7th.
Lend Me A Tenor – Special Offer Save £23.50 on tickets
Save £23.50 on tickets to see Lend Me A Tenor at the Gielgud Theatre in London
Lend Me A Tenor tickets at the Gielgud Theatre in London
Uproarious new musical comedy by Peter Sham and Brad Carroll based on the Broadway classic, starring Matthew Kelly and directed by Ian Talbot.
Lend Me A Tenor The Musical Swoops Into The West End Opening At The Gielgud Theatre On 15 June
Following a critically acclaimed run at the Theatre Royal Plymouth in 2010, LEND ME A TENOR THE MUSICAL, the uproarious new musical comedy by Peter Sham (book and lyrics) and Brad Carroll (music), will open at the Gielgud Theatre on 15 June, with previews from 2 June.
Umbrellas of Cherbourg to close early at the Gilegud Theatre
Kneehigh theatre company’s latest West End production, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, has posted early closing notices at the Gielgud Theatre in London.
The Umbrellas of Cherbourg – Reviews Round-up
A round-up of reviews for The Umbrellas of Cherbourg at the Gielgud Theatre in London
JOANNA RIDING in The Umbrellas of Cherbourg
JOANNA RIDING in The Umbrellas of Cherbourg
VIDEO: The Umbrellas of Cherbourg at the Gielgud Theatre
Video trailer for The Umbrellas of Cherbourg at the Gielgud Theatre
Photos: The Umbrellas of Cherbourg
Production photos of The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, currently playing at the Curve Theatre, Leicester and coming to the Gielgud Theatre from 5 March 2011.
ANDREW DURAND in The Umbrellas of Cherbourg
ANDREW DURAND in The Umbrellas of Cherbourg
MEOW MEOW in The Umbrellas of Cherbourg
MEOW MEOW in The Umbrellas of Cherbourg
The Umbrellas of Cherbourg ticket offer – Save Half Price
Save £10 on tickets to The Umbrellas of Cherbourg at the Gielgud Theatre
The Umbrellas of Cherbourg tickets at the Gielgud Theatre starring Joanna Riding
Innovative theatre company Kneehigh (Brief Encounter) return to the West End with their compelling new adaptation of cult French musical film The Umbrellas Of Cherbourg, starring Joanna Riding.
VIDEO: Yes, Prime Minister at the Gielgud Theatre
Video trailer for Yes, Prime Minister at the Gielgud Theatre
Avenue Q, Sister Act close tonight
The West End bids farewell to long-running shows Avenue Q and Sister Act tonight, 30 October 2010.
Gielgud Theatre in London – Map
A London map highlighting the location of the Gielgud Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 6AR
Opening this week in London
A busy week for London theatre as comedy, Shakespeare, showgirls and Ben Barnes hit the West End, plus Hamlet, Yes Prime Minister, Les Miserables
Opening This Week in the West End
It’s an eclectic bag of shows that are opening this week in the West End, as the autumn season of new shows begins apace. From Wonder Woman to Michael Gambon via Noel Coward and Sebastian Faulks, there’s something there for everyone.
Yes, Prime Minister
Following a sell-out season at Chichester Festival Theatre, the original writers of the BBC series, Antony Jay & Jonathan Lynn, have reunited for this 30th anniversary production of Yes, Prime Minister starring Henry Goodman and David Haig.
HAIR
Acclaimed Tony-award winning Broadway revival of the classic 1960s tribal rock musical, full of famous songs.
West End Star Watch: Update
Our regular round-up of theatre names hitting town or making the news. This issue includes Alison Steadman, Jenny Galloway, Catherine Zeta-Jones, David Haid, Robert Lindsay and Anthony Sher.
Donovan and Swenson bow out of West End
Two West End stars left their roles in major shows this weekend. On Saturday night (29 May) Jason Donovan left Priscilla Queen of the Desert at the Palace Theatre and Broadway star Will Swenson left Hair at the Gielgud Theatre.
Hair The Musical – Save £27.50
Save £27.50 on tickets to see HAIR at the Gielgud Theatre in London
Hair – Gielgud Theatre – Reviews Round-up
A round up of reviews of Hair at the Gielgud Theatre, London
Hair starts London previews
Hair, the acclaimed Broadway musical revival, starts previews tonight at the Gielgud Theatre in London. Cameron Mackintosh has brought over the entire New York cast of James Rado and Gerome Ragni’s 1967 tribal rock musical, starring the sexy and charismatic Gavin Creel as Claude. The show, set against the backdrop of the Vietnam war draft during the 1960s, centres on a group of hippies who champion peace, love and freedom and features a famous score including songs Aquarius, Good Morning Starshine, Let The Sunshine In and, of course, Hair. The current Broadway production by the Public Theater, which won a …
GAVIN CREEL in Hair
Broadway star Gavin Creel comes to London in Hair
Broadway Hair to London
Tony award-winning Broadway production of Hair will transfer to London next year.
Transfer News: Juliet Stevenson, Avenue Q, Prunella Scales and War Horse
It’s all change in the West End as a number of shows close to make way for transfers from other theatres. In an increasingly risk-averse climate for producers, a hit in a small venue or success in a limited run could mean money if it transfers into the West End. The subsidised National Theatre and Almeida are bringing in War Horse and Duet for One respectively, Cameron Mackintosh decides to keep Avenue Q running and Carrie’s War and Saturday Night transfer from smaller venues. Duet For One The Almeida’s recently acclaimed production Duet for One will transfer to the West …
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London Theatre – 2009 Preview
If theatre mirrors life then you would expect 2009 to be a bad year for the performing arts in London: economic downturns and credit crunches sound like gloomy news for our discretionary entertainment spending. But West End theatre box office figures have kept on going up in recent years, and the huge number of new productions sailing into town during 2009 could mean that Theatreland manages to buck the trend. THE GREAT REVIVAL The RSC, National Theatre, Donmar and Old Vic dominated straight drama in the West End in 2008, and they haven’t finished yet. Big hitters coming to …
God of Carnage Review
God Of Carnage at the Gielgud Theatre – review