Phil Willmott
ANYTHING GOES could be just the pick-me-up we need right now
By Phil Willmott Thursday, February 18 2021, 09:04
With more star casting just announced and performances scheduled for June 15th – August 22nd at the Barbican Theatre it's time to look forward to this riot of classic musical comedy from its golden age. With a masterful score of wit and infectious tunes by the legendary songwriter Cole Porter it first opened triumphantly on Broadway way back in 1934 and it's been dusted down and revived constantly to great acclaim ever since.
Phil Willmott’s Week in Theatre: How You Can Help Get the West End Back to Normal
By Phil Willmott Monday, February 15 2021, 08:12
“How much longer?” It’s a common enough cry everywhere these days as we mark the first anniversary of Covid being identified as a threat to world health, resulting in the personal restrictions that have impacted almost everyone’s livelihoods.
The life and Music of Tina Turner Returns to Light up the West End
By Phil Willmott Wednesday, February 10 2021, 20:19
All About JERSEY BOYS
By Phil Willmott Monday, February 8 2021, 11:28
The boys are back in town! One of the most popular West End and Broadway musicals of recent years, JERSEY BOYS will be leading the roll out of returning shows at the Trafalgar Theatre when London emerges from Covid restrictions. It’s the story of how a blue collar pop group rose from humble beginnings in New Jersey to become one of the best loved bands in history with one of pop’s most iconic sounds.
Can We Really Make Theatre Future-Proof?
By Phil Willmott Wednesday, February 3 2021, 11:27
I always enjoy it when a project is described as “future-proof”, delighted that the organizers envision it holding its permanence in any dystopian sci-fi scenario you care to think of.
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