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November 12th, 2006 at 6:01 pm

 

 
UK Theatre Network Newsletter

In this issue:
1. Opportunities
2. Articles
3. What's On - West End
4. What's On - London Fringe
5. What's On - England Regional
6. What's On - Scotland Regional
7. Reviews around the UK
8. Forums
9. Events
 
 
Opportunities
 
 
 
Articles
Article: The Day The Curtains Closed While the theatre activists howl "censorship!" whenever a particularly scandalous play gets criticized by the self-proclaimed moralists, the mudslinging on the newspapers is nothing compared to what happened in the 17th century. 11/12/2006
Article: The Pryce is Right He's played a con artist, a victim of a con artist, a villain and the unlikely hero, a Cuban dictator and an Asian hustler. Jonathan Pryce is one of the United Kingdom's most versatile actors, entertaining audiences with the way he adds grit and character to his roles. 11/12/2006
Article: The Mathison Mystique She captured the hearts of audiences, critics and poets (one in more ways than you could imagine). Edith Wynne Mathison was considered one of the greatest English actresses of her time. 11/12/2006
Article: The Man with a Vision In a 1926 edition of Theatre World, an article sings praise of a man considered to be one of the most influential people in UK theatre history. 11/12/2006
Article: The Father of the Absurd Samuel Beckett, the great Irish playwright whose work, Waiting for Godot, became the poster-play for the Absurd, was not known for being Mr. Positive. 11/12/2006
Article: A Fiennes Actor His roles can get…well, a little grim. He's played a Nazi concentration camp commandant, an evil wizard set on destroying the world, and the ghost of Hamlet's father. But there's a heart of gold inside British actor Ralph Fiennes. 11/12/2006
Article: The Father Of English Tragedy Poor Christopher Marlowe. He was a great dramatist, a talented poet, and William Shakespeare's predecessor in English drama, but he never quite got the fame that Old Will achieved. 11/12/
 
 
What's On - West End
 
Evita "Oh what a show" - The Independent 11/12/2006
Porgy and Bess Save £10 per ticket for a strictly limited period only. Until 25th November 2006. 11/12/2006
 
What's On - London Fringe
 
They Won't Kill You - Fulham They Won't Kill You is a hilarious political satire from the imagination of Michael Ross, writer of Edinburgh hit Teacher's Playground. 11/12/2006
We All Wear Masks - South London A Comedy Drama about Matthew and his coming out to friends – how he copes – Butlins! – Falling in love- - Meeting new friends and dealing with a devastating Revelation This play takes you on a journey of laughter and tears with some classic tunes thrown in 11/12/2006
SPECTRUM SEASON @ the GREENWICH PLAYHOUSE 'Ambitious Alternative this chrtistmas from new, young company' SPECTRUM SEASON @ the GREENWICH PLAYHOUSE 28th November – 29th December 2006 11/12/2006
The Fabulist Feather Productions present a new dark-edged comedy by Tim Whitnall, THE FABULIST at The Old Red Lion Theatre, Islington from 21 November - 9 December. 11/12/2006
Lick & Chew Fruity comedy duo Lick & Chew will be performing their hit show THE WORLD IS JUST ENOUGH! for a limited run at the Hen & Chickens in Islington from Thursday, 30 November to Saturday, 2 December at 7.30pm. 11/12/2006
Out Of Bounds Two banned plays in Repertoire exploring sexuality, adolescence and conformity 11/12/2006
 
 
What's On - England Regional
Scottish Dance Theatre Autumn Tour Scottish Dance Theatre will make their debut at The Lowry with a stunning double bill on Tuesday 14 and Wednesday 15 November. Highly regarded for its originality, clarity and simplicity, the company has a formidable, highly-acclaimed repertoire that is always evolving. 11/12/2006
GYPSY at Epsom Playhouse Inspired by the true story of the famous burlesque entertainer Gypsy Rose Lee, GYPSY boasts a phenomenal score with over 15 superb songs including "Let Me Entertain You", "Everything's Coming Up Roses" and "You Gotta get a Gimmick". 11/12/2006
King Lear in Guildford New adaptation of King Lear to use video, music and aerial circus techniques 11/12/2006
OperaBabes in Manchester Renowned musical duo the OperaBabes bring their long-awaited UK tour to The Lowry on 29 November. 11/12/2006
This Is Elvis Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent Mon 20 - Sat 25 November THE KING IS BACK! 11/12/2006
We Will Rock You - Broxbourne Civic Hall – 12-14 April 2007 Hertfordshire-based performing arts group, The Vallé Adult Theatre Company, have announced that it is one of the first drama groups to gain the licence to perform the full West End version of the hit musical 'We Will Rock You' 11/12/2006
Sex in Birmingham A controversial review show, "Sex" will take place on the 19th November and is expected to provide an explosive performance. 11/12/2006
Beauty and the Beast in Blackpool GREASEPAINT AND THE ROAR OF THE CROWD: A LITTLE ART ASSISTS "BEAUTY" IN THE BEAST... 11/12/2006
 
 
What's On - Scotland Regional
 
COPPELIA AND SLEEPING BEAUTY AT THE KING'S GLASGOW Celebrating the premiere tour of the Russian Classical Ballet Theatre boasting an impressive corps de ballet of over 50 dancers and a large live orchestra! 11/12/2006
The Pirates Of Penzance in Glasgow The Carl Rosa Company returns with a national and international tour of its acclaimed production of Gilbert & Sullivan's hugely popular show, The Pirates of Penzance. 11/12/2006
OEDIPUS THE KING The National Theatre of Scotland Young Company is proud to present an imaginative retelling of the dramatic masterpiece, Oedipus the King. 11/12/2006
 
Reviews Around The UK
 
Slava's Snowshow The most amazing, inventive and beautiful show. A truly unique experience 11/8/2006
Tilt Tilt, Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh, until 25 November www.traverse.co.uk 11/7/2006
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennesse Williams's hot and steamy tale of a dysfunctional family in Mississippi in the 50s. 11/7/2006
CATS, Kings Theatre, Glasgow 4 - 18 November 2006 CATS lands firmly on all fours at the Kings, Glasgow! 11/7/2006
David Nixons' The Three Musketeers Northern Ballet return to Milton Keynes Theatre with this sumptious performance. 11/7/2006
The Vagina Monlogues Eve Enslers famous play head into Milton Keynes... 11/7/2006
Tea and Sympathy Old but packed with power at the Finborough One of the two plays at part of their "Out of Bounds - Forgotten Voices season" Tuesday 31st Oct - Sat 25th Nov. see the finboroughtheatre.co.uk website for times and dates (these change every week) 11/4/2006
Shadow of a Gunman Shadow of a Gunman Citizens Theatre, Glasgow. Thu 2 - Sat 18 Nov 2006 11/4/2006
Cockroach Waltz Theatre meets Film at the Greenwich Playhouse 31st October to 26th November Tuesday - Saturday7:45 Sun. 4pm Tickets £11 (8) 020 8858 9256 11/3/2006
ART Yasmina Reza's internationally acclaimed play, Art, is at York Theatre Royal from 20 October to 11 November 11/1/2006
 
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