Phil Willmott
It's Not Strictly Theatre But Let's All Get Behind This
By Phil Willmott Monday, June 15 2020, 12:13
Ok, it's not strictly theatre news but it's performing arts related and I'd like to share it with you so you too can share this glorious reminder of the power of song.
Understanding Musicals: The Opening Number
By Phil Willmott Monday, June 15 2020, 12:02
Analysing the opening moments of any musical tells you a lot about the writer's intentions for the evening to come. Here are five examples that illustrate how five very different shows set out their stall and manage your expectations from the start.
Fun Facts About the Stage Version of Classic Musical HELLO DOLLY! Ahead of its Latest West End Run
By Phil Willmott Saturday, June 13 2020, 12:48
Due to the Covid crisis we may now have to wait until next year to see Imelda Staunton play the title role in this gloriously sunny classic musical, but here are a few things you may or may not know about the original stage show.
The Little Opera Company making a Big Impact
By Phil Willmott Monday, June 8 2020, 12:46
The big theatre companies and prestige venues tend to capture all industry headlines these days so I’d like to give a shout out to OPERA UP CLOSE.
Will we See a New Style of Acting on Our Stages and Screens?
By Phil Willmott Monday, June 8 2020, 12:18
The APA (Advertising Producers Association) represents the interests of production companies shooting commercials. Their guidelines relating to the safest working practices for actors during filming are likely to affect theatre performers too.
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