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What, no sequinned crooners? How cruises became the home for world class theatre

Forget cheesy acts, these days cruise ships boast the cutting edge tech to stage hip West End productions and Olivier award-winning musicals – and young people are loving it

The Guardian - UK

West End star opens up on ‘impossible’ relationship with member of royal family

Ruthie Henshall has opened up on her romance with Prince Edward, revealing that it was “never going to work”.

The Independent UK

Ariana Grande to Step Back From Visibility After Tour Ends Amid Public Scrutiny, Rep Confirms

Ariana Grande will pause public engagements after her London tour, citing intense scrutiny over her appearance. She also withdraws from her West End debut, focusing on personal well-being.

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Ariana Grande 'taking a step back from visibility' after tour amid 'endless ongoing public scrutiny' over appearance

Ariana Grande is set to take a step back from the spotlight after her Eternal Sunshine Tour ends in London on September 1, leading to her withdraw from the West End revival of Sunday in the Park with George, which is scheduled to open next summer.

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Prince Edward's ex-partner Ruthie Henshall shares 'surreal' memories of Balmoral and the royals behind-the-scenes

During their relationship, West End star Ruthie faced the infamous Balmoral test we saw depicted in Netflix's The Crown

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Westminster Tory accused of sharing post which called Green Party members 're***ds'

Natalia Awasty, Deputy Chair of the Tories’ West End group and a candidate for Church Street at the May council elections, is alleged to have shared the post to her story more than two months ago

Evening Standard

Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey fans face ticket delay for Sunday in the Park with George in West End

The Wicked co-stars will reunite on stage at the Barbican Centre next summer for a new production of Stephen Sondheim's acclaimed musical

Evening Standard

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West End star ‘joins race to become Bond’ behind favourite Callum Turner

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The Independent UK

Catherine Tate sparks concern after cutting West End run short for 'personal reasons'

The Doctor Who star, 56, has been playing Mary Todd Lincoln at the Trafalgar Theatre since April

Evening Standard

Will a rollout of live facial recognition in Soho bust crime or destroy trust?

Chris Stokel-Walker asks whether the tech’s success in Croydon can be repeated in the heaving West End

Evening Standard

West End performers 'feel unwell' sweltering in 36C heat as theatres urged to push back shows

At least three theatres are reporting highs of 30C inside as the union encourages World Cup-inspired hydration breaks

Evening Standard

The Truth at Apollo Theatre review: Manic Mangan excels in this polished French infidelity comedy

4/5 Stephen Mangan is the tachycardic heart of The Truth. A sleek, satisfying production, and a proper West End night out

Evening Standard

One Day musical announces West End transfer to Garrick Theatre as full cast revealed

The new musical based on David Nicholls' bestselling novel One Day is transferring to London's West End after a successful Edinburgh run

Evening Standard

Dame Judi Dench lands 'overwhelming' West End honour

Veteran actress Dame Judi Dench is to be immortalised in London's West End with a theatre being renamed in her honour.

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Evening Standard

West End theatre to be renamed after Dame Judi Dench

The Shaftesbury theatre will be known as the Judi Dench theatre from February 2027

Evening Standard

West End’s Shaftesbury Theatre to be renamed Judi Dench Theatre

The change at the largest independent theatre in the West End recognises Dame Judi’s contribution to the performing arts.

The Guardian - UK

London’s Shaftesbury theatre to be renamed after Judi Dench

James Bond actor, who is only the second non-royal woman to be celebrated in this way, called the honour ‘truly overwhelming’

Euronews

London West End's Shaftesbury Theatre to be renamed to honour Judi Dench

The name change of one of the West End’s most iconic stages celebrates one of the greatest British performers. Dame Judi Dench has been left “truly overwhelmed” by the news.

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The Independent UK

London West End theatre changing name to honour Judi Dench

Oscar-winning British thespian’s name will be immortalised in lights to ‘ensure legacy continues to inspire future generations’

Evening Standard

The Traitors West End show will ‘do what TV series cannot’

The Traitors – Acts of Betrayal will feature a cycle of five brand new plays, which have been written by John Finnemore.

The Guardian - UK

Rosamund Pike criticises audience member for texting during West End play

Actor tells theatregoers she hoped message was ‘very important’ after final bows of Inter Alia performance

Evening Standard

Rosamund Pike slams audience member for texting during West End show

The actor joins a long list of thespians calling for better theatre etiquette during live performances

Evening Standard

Self Esteem says efforts to make West End more accessible ‘aren’t going that well’

The singer, whose real name is Rebecca Lucy Taylor, is currently starring in David Hare's Teeth 'N' Smiles at the Duke of York's Theatre

International Business Times UK

Sting Claims 'Loss of Manual Jobs' May Be Fueling Toxic Masculinity—'What Are We Men Without a Ship?'

Sting connects toxic masculinity to Britain's industrial decline, highlighting the loss of identity and purpose among men. His musical 'The Last Ship' explores these themes, returning to the West End.

The Independent UK

The West End’s Trocadero is being turned into one of London’s largest Wetherspoon pubs

The 3,600 square foot pub will open in London’s Theatreland

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