FALLEN ANGELS, TRANSLATIONS & More Set for Rose Theatre Kingston's January - May 2014 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 30, 2013
Today the Rose Theatre Kingston announced its 2014 Season. 2014 will see the theatre continue to produce Rose Productions as well as embarking on new and exciting partnerships, sharing skills and resources with other theatre companies and venues to create top quality theatre. Visiting companies including Propeller and the Royal Shakespeare Company, touring family productions and one night events complete the season.
TALL STORIES Add Extra Performances of THE GRUFFALO at Lyric Theatre
by Robert Diamond - Oct 28, 2013
TALL STORIES' magical, musical stage adaptation of THE GRUFFALO returns for a sixth sensational West End season, making it a firm favourite and the perfect festive treat for the whole family at the LYRIC THEATRE, SHAFTESBURY AVENUE from WEDNESDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2013 to SUNDAY 12 JANUARY 2014.
The Gruffalo To Join Wyvern Theatre's Family Fun Day
by Robert Diamond - Oct 21, 2013
The Gruffalo will head to Swindon, along with characters from other forthcoming shows at The Wyvern Theatre, to join the theatre's Family Fun Day on Saturday 2 November from 10am to 1pm.
THE MOUSETRAP, BLOOD BROTHERS & More Set for Wyvern Theatre's 2013-14 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 18, 2013
"The Winter-Spring season promises Swindon theatregoers a true variety of quality productions to inspire and entertain," said Theatre Director Derek Aldridge. "I am particularly looking forward to seeing the iconic play The Mousetrap on the Wyvern stage and to hearing the whodunit theories of our audiences. The very best comedians will be here along with ballet, opera, live music and, of course the best family panto in the West!"
ANGELINA BALLERINA THE MOUSICAL to Play State Theatre, 15-19 Jan.
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 22, 2013
In an all-singing, all-dancing musical theatre show, children's book and television favourite Angelina Ballerinawill perform live in a brand new stage 'Mousical' at the State Theatre, Wednesday 15 January - Sunday 19 January 2014 at Arts Centre Melbourne.
ANGELINA BALLERINA THE MOUSICAL to Play QPAC, 8 -12 Jan.
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 22, 2013
In an all-singing, all-dancing musical theatre show, children's book and television favourite Angelina Ballerina will perform live in a brand new 'Mousical' at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) from 8 to 12 January 2014 with tickets on sale from Thursday 17 October 2013.
STICK MAN to Tour the UK Prior to West End Return, Oct 2013
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 13, 2013
Scamp Theatre & Watford Palace Theatre are delighted to announce the return of Stick Man by Julia Donaldson, touring the UK from October 2013 prior to a West End return for a Christmas Season at Leicester Square Theatre from Saturday 16 November 2013 (press performance Wednesday 20 November, 10.30am).
THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE to Launch UK Tour from London in September
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 28, 2013
Following the huge success and popularity of family shows The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom, Tall Stories are pleased to present their latest collaboration with writer Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler; an adaptation of their much loved children's book, THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE. Former Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson and world renowned illustrator Axel Scheffler are responsible for some of the most charming and best loved children's books and Tall Stories are proud to continue to bring their books to life on stage for children all over the world.
Arts Centre Melbourne's Playhouse to Present Musical Adaptation of WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT, 27 Nov - 8 Dec
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 8, 2013
Melbourne is preparing for hunting season with the arrival of live stage musical We're Going on a Bear Hunt atArts Centre Melbourne's Playhouse from Wednesday 27 November - Sunday 8 December 2013. Based on Michael Rosen's classic children's book, the Australian premiere of We're Going on a Bear Hunt brings to life the swishy-swashy grass, the splishy-splashy river and oozy-squelchy mud in a fun-filled, kid-friendly musical.
Adelaide Festival Centre Presents ROOM ON THE BROOM, Now thru July 20
by BWW News Desk - Jul 16, 2013
Magic, storytelling and whimsy combine in Room On The Broom, CDP and Tall Stories' adaptation of the internationally bestselling picture book from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, and presented by the Adelaide Festival Centre at the Dunstan Playhouse from today, 16 - 20 July.
Adelaide Festival Centre Presents ROOM ON THE BROOM, July 16-20
by Christina Mancuso - Jun 27, 2013
Magic, storytelling and whimsy combine in Room On The Broom, CDP and Tall Stories' adaptation of the internationally bestselling picture book from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, and presented by the Adelaide Festival Centre at the Dunstan Playhouse from 16 - 20 July.
Sheffield Theatres Announces Full Autumn Season For 2013
by Ben Peltz - Jun 7, 2013
Sheffield Theatres today unveils its full autumn season of produced and touring work taking place from September 2013 - January 2014, alongside the news that Phil Davis (Whitechapel and Quadrophenia) will star as Fagin in the company's Christmas musical, Oliver! and Daniel Lapaine (Muriel's Wedding) will lead the cast of The Winter's Tale as Leontes.
4,000 Free Theatre Places In Hyde Park For London School Children
by Carrie Dunn - Jun 5, 2013
AEG Live and The Royal Parks announce 4,000 free theatre places for London primary school children as part of Barclaycard Presents British Summer Time Hyde Park. This initiative is part of the event's commitment to accessibility for all and puts London's local community at its heart.
COCA Family Theatre Series Presents Tall Stories' THE GRUFFALO, 2/23-24
by BWW News Desk - Feb 23, 2013
The 2012-2013 COCA Family Theatre Series presents four performances of Tall Stories' The Gruffalo, a musical adaptation of the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, today, February 23-24, 2013. Mouse can scare hungry animals away with tall stories of the terrifying Gruffalo, but what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined?
COCA Family Theatre Series Presents Tall Stories' THE GRUFFALO, 2/23-24
by Emily Stubbs - Jan 24, 2013
The 2012-2013 COCA Family Theatre Series presents four performances of Tall Stories' The Gruffalo, a musical adaptation of the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, February 23-24, 2013. Mouse can scare hungry animals away with tall stories of the terrifying Gruffalo, but what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined?
Lyric Theatre Presents ROOM ON THE BROOM; Opens November 21
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 19, 2012
Tall Stories' hit family show Room on the Broom flies into the Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue from 21 November 2012 until 13 January 2013, bringing a witch, her cat, a dragon, a few friendly animals and much more! Tall Stories' magical musical adaptation of the best-selling book by Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson MBE and Axel Scheffler, takes audiences aboard a magnificent broom for an unforgettable adventure! Room on the Broom is on tour in the UK this autumn, before flying into the West End at Christmas, for the very first time.
ROOM ON THE BROOM Heads To West End For Christmas Season, From Nov 21
by Carrie Dunn - Sep 18, 2012
Tall Stories' magical musical adaptation of the best-selling book by Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson MBE and Axel Scheffler takes audiences aboard a magnificent broom for an unforgettable adventure! Room on the Broom is on tour in the UK this autumn, before flying into the West End at Christmas, for the very first time.
NYU Skirball Center Announces 2012-13 BIG RED CHAIR Programming
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 19, 2012
Born five years ago, NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts' Big Red Chair Family Series is integral to the institution's commitment to building younger audiences for live performance. Designed to 'spark the imagination of youngsters, inspire creativity, and create memorable family experiences, the Big Red Chair series brings music, dance, and theater from around the world that is specifically chosen for young people to its 860 seat, state-of-the-art venue in lower Manhattan.'