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Friday, December 19, 2025

This Is Who Might Star in Disney’s Live-Action Tangled by Ben Thomas

Work is well underway on a live action adaptation of Disney’s Tangled, with filming due to start in summer 2026 in the UK. Reimagining the classic fairy tale of Rapunzel, Tangled was origi…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 09:14PM

The Jonathan Larson Project Heads to London for UK Premiere by Ben Thomas

Rent fans and musical theatre devotees have big news to mark their calendars for in 2026. The Jonathan Larson Project, a heartfelt tribute to the iconic composer behind Rent and tick, tick�…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 08:59PM
Thursday, December 18, 2025

Blood Brothers Announces Cast for 2026 Spring UK Tour by Ben Thomas

Bill Kenwright’s celebrated production of Blood Brothers is ready to hit the road again in Spring 2026 with a new UK tour. Vivienne Carlyle will continue her acclaimed run as Mrs Johnstone…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 10:11PM
Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey Set for Sunday in the Park With George Revival by Ben Thomas

Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey are in early talks to take on George and Dot in a new London revival of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Sunday in the Park With George. If plans stick…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 08:13PM

Beaches Musical to Open on Broadway With Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett by Ben Thomas

Spring 2026 is looking brighter for Broadway fans thanks to a new staging of Beaches, the musical adaptation of Iris Rainer Dart’s beloved novel. After a celebrated premiere at Canada’s …

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 06:21PM

Full Cast Revealed for Mean Girls UK and Ireland Tour by Ben Thomas

Producers have pulled back the curtain on key casting for the 2026/2027 UK and Ireland tour. The tour of the award-winning musical kicks off at the Manchester Opera House on February 23, 202…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 03:51AM
Monday, December 15, 2025

Titaníque to Open on Broadway in 2026 by Ben Thomas

Céline Dion parody musical Titaníque is officially moving to Broadway! Following success Off-Broadway, the show will transfer for a 16-week limited engagement at the St. James Theatre. Pre…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 08:56PM

Disney Developing Live-Action Gaston Movie by Ben Thomas

Disney is at it again, reimagining another of its classic animated characters for the big screen. This time, the spotlight is on Gaston, the memorable villain from Beauty and the Beast, as t…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 08:48PM
Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Cabaret in West End Announces New Casting for 2026 by Ben Thomas

Big changes are coming to the West End’s Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, as producers have unveiled a brand new cast taking the stage from January 26, 2026. Leading the new company, Katie Hal…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 07:59PM

Coyote Ugly Musical to Make World Premiere by Ben Thomas

Coyote Ugly is getting the stage treatment, with a brand-new musical heading to London’s West End in 2027. Jamie Wilson Productions and Nederlander Studios are teaming up to adapt the cult…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 03:04PM
Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Alex Newell to Star in Once on This Island West End Concert by Ben Thomas

Once on This Island will return to London for a special concert staging at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Tony Award winner Alex Newell is set to reprise their celebra…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 06:05PM

Musical Con Sets 2026 Dates for Fifth Anniversary by Ben Thomas

Musical Con has confirmed it will return to London for its fifth anniversary in 2026. Known as the world’s largest convention for musical theatre lovers, Musical Con 2026will take place on…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 05:41PM
Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Billy Elliot the Musical’s Original Production to Return by Ben Thomas

It’s time for a new generation of young performers to step into the spotlight as the original production of Billy Elliot the Musical gears up for a fresh run. Producers have kicked off a c…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 06:18PM
Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Dog Man: The Musical Sets European Premiere at London’s Southbank Centre by Ben Thomas

The hit Off-Broadway musical adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s beloved book Dog Man series is finally coming to London. Roast Productions has revealed that Dog Man: The Musical will make its Euro…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 06:20AM
Monday, December 1, 2025

Alexandra Burke to Lead Chaka Khan Musical Tour in 2026 by Ben Thomas

A new musical tributing Chaka Khan’s life and legacy is hitting the stage with a major star in the lead. From April 1-4, 2026, I’m Every Woman: The Chaka Khan Musical will play Coventry�…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 08:49PM

First Look at Freaky Friday the Musical UK Premiere by Ben Thomas

HOME Manchester is in for some musical mayhem as Freaky Friday, the hit body-swap comedy, drops its latest production images ahead of its anticipated UK premiere. Directed by Andy Fickman an…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 04:24PM
Thursday, November 27, 2025

La Voix Steps Into Miss Hannigan’s Shoes for Annie UK Tour by Ben Thomas

La Voix will take on the role of Miss Hannigan in the upcoming UK and Ireland tour of Annie. Fans can catch La Voix’s performance in cities including Wimbledon, Birmingham, Manchester, Ply…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 07:47PM
Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Wicked Film Sequels Are Officially In The Works by Ben Thomas

Wicked fans, get ready to pack your bags for another trip to Oz. Universal has confirmed it’s exploring sequels and spin-offs that would expand the world of the blockbuster Broadway and We…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 07:04PM
Monday, November 24, 2025

New Wicked Prequel Galinda Arriving Fall 2026 by Ben Thomas

Novelist Gregory Maguire is expanding the world of Oz once more. The celebrated author behind Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West just revealed his latest novel, Galin…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 09:12PM

Monopoly Releases New Hamilton Musical Edition by Ben Thomas

A Broadway smash hit is taking center stage on your game shelf. Monopoly has joined forces with Hamilton for a special edition of the classic board game, in celebration of the musical’s 10…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 06:04PM
Saturday, November 22, 2025

Stephen Schwartz Teases New Wicked Project but It’s Not a Sequel by Ben Thomas

It seems the Wicked film franchise may not be over just yet. As Wicked: For Good hits cinemas this week, composer-lyricist Stephen Schwartz has revealed that he and longtime collaborator Win…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 03:33PM
Thursday, November 20, 2025

Watch Cynthia Erivo’s No Good Deed in Wicked: For Good by Ben Thomas

Get ready for a spellbinding sneak peek as Cynthia Erivo’s take on No Good Deed from Wicked: For Good has been unveiled. Cynthia brings her incredible voice to Elphaba in a moment that tee…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 01:34PM

Paddington The Musical Announces Original Cast Album by Ben Thomas

Fans of everyone’s favorite marmalade-loving bear, rejoice! Paddington The Musical isn’t just taking over London’s West End, but it’s making waves with a cast album. Producers Sonia …

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 09:59AM
Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Cynthia Erivo Sheds Tears as School Choir Surprises Her With Wicked Song by Ben Thomas

Broadway sensation Cynthia Erivo made a surprise trip back to her London roots, and there wasn’t a dry eye in the house. During a special visit to La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls’ Schoo…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 03:09PM

Hamilton to Launch Hamilton Teen Edition in 2028 by Ben Thomas

Concord Theatricals now holds the worldwide stage licensing rights for Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton. Fans and schools eager to stage the game-changing musical have a new reason to get exc…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 02:25PM
Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Watch the First Trailer for Live Action Moana by Ben Thomas

Disney has released the first trailer for the live action adaptation of Moana. The new teaser gives us a full look at Catherine Laga aia as Moana and Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui. The tr…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 03:58PM
Saturday, November 15, 2025

Watch Cynthia Erivo Sing ‘No Good Deed’ With Dancer Misty Copeland by Ben Thomas

Cynthia Erivo and Misty Copeland have teamed up once again, this time for a breathtaking live performance of No Good Deed. Ahead of the release of Wicked: For Good, a new released music vide…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 02:34PM
Friday, November 14, 2025

It’s Kind of a Funny Story Musical Releases Concept Album by Ben Thomas

Center Stage Records has released a brand new 3-track EP from new musical It’s Kind of a Funny Story. The in-development show has music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini and a book by Alex Brig…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 04:57PM

Paddington The Musical Launches £35 Ticket Lottery by Ben Thomas

A new way to experience Paddington the Musical has just been announced with the launch of the £35 Paddington Lottery. The new ticket lottery gives fans the chance to see London’s most tal…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 12:38PM
Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Sabrina Carpenter to Star in New Alice in Wonderland Musical by Ben Thomas

Sabrina Carpenter is diving headfirst into Wonderland. The singer and actress is set to star in and produce a brand new movie musical inspired by Alice in Wonderland for Universal Pictures. …

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 07:47PM

TikToker Performs the Entire Phantom Of The Opera Musical Using Lego by Ben Thomas

A TikTok creator has taken internet creativity to a new level. They went live for over two hours performing The Phantom of the Opera using nothing but Lego. Yes, a full musical made brick by…

SOURCE: musicalsdaily.com at 04:28PM

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