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The latest production of this summer's programming at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre is a long awaited revival of Lerner and Loewe's BRIGADOON. The new production of the show, in a new adaptation by Rona Munro, is directed by the venue's new artistic director Drew McOnie and stars Louis Gaunt and Danielle Fiamanya, as well as Georgina Onuorah, Cavan Clarke, and Nic Myers. Check out this new video...

On June 22nd Mickey-Jo produced and hosted another evening of his regular Cabaret chat show, MickeyJoTheatre: LIVE! at the Phoenix Arts Club. One of his guests for the evening was one of the West End's most exciting new leading ladies, Georgina Castle. Recently seen as Regina George in the original West End cast of Mean Girls, Georgina will soon star in the brand new musical adaptation of 50 First...

Earlier this month, amidst seeing 50 shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Mickey-Jo saw James Graham's new play MAKE IT HAPPEN at the Edinburgh International Festival. The play follows the expansion and downfall in the 2000s of the Royal Bank of Scotland and stars Sandy Grierson and Brian Cox. Check out this full review to find out what Mickey-Jo thought of the play... • 00:00 | introduction 02...

After first playing the roles in the West End production, Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace have recently begun performances in the Broadway revival of CABARET as The Emcee and Sally Bowles. Since they joined the show at the August Wilson Theatre, replacing Orville Peck and Eva Noblezada, Billy Porter has become the focus of intense, widespread social media criticism both for his performance and co...

This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 7 reviews of: I'm Ready To Talk Now at Traverse Theatre (****) A Gambler's Guide to Dying at Traverse Theatre (****) Nerds at Underbelly Bristo Square (***) Level Up at Gilded Balloon Patter House (**) Ghost Light at Pleasance...

This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 6 reviews of: Consumed at Traverse Theatre (****) Don't Tell Dad About Diana at Underbelly Cowgate (*****) Down to Chance at Pleasance Courtyard (****) Rift at Traverse Theatre (**) Miles. at Summerhall (****) How To Win Again...

This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 5 reviews of: Lost Lear at Traverse Theatre (*****) Ordinary Decent Criminal at Summerhall (*****) NIUSIA at Summerhall (****) SKYE: a thriller at Summerhall (****) The Unstoppable Rise of Ben Manager at Pleasance Courtyard (*...

This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 4 reviews of: The Beautiful Future is Coming at Traverse Theatre (****) #Charlottesville at Pleasance Courtyard (**) God is Dead and I Killed Him at Pleasance Courtyard (***) The Great Gummy Bear War at ZOO Playground (****) S...

This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Check out Mickey-Jo's reviews for: Sped Kid at theSpace @ Surgeon's Hall (****) Much Ado About Pirates at theSpace @ Niddry St Alone at Assembly George Square (****) Altar at Underbelly George Square (***) Lady Macbeth played Wing Defence at Assembly G...

This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 2 reviews of: Whale, Where Are You Going? at Assembly Roxy (****) The Truman Capote Talk Show at Pleasance Courtyard (***) Spy Movie The Play at Pleasance Courtyard (****) Hot Mess at Pleasance Courtyard (****) The Fit Prince....

This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh seeing as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 1 reviews of: The Uncrackable Case at Pleasance Courtyard (***) Ohio at Assembly Roxy (*****) Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares at Underbelly Bristo Square (****) Footballers' Wives the Musical at Assembly Rooms (***) Club NVRLND at...

In an interview with Variety, Andrew Lloyd Webber has shared insights into the latest, hugely successful chapter of his theatrical career. With the announcement that 'Cats: the Jellicle Ball' is Broadway bound, and the Phantom of the Opera is back in New York with the immersive off-Broadway 'Masquerade', Andrew's focus now turns to Evita and his upcoming new musical The Illusionist. So, why is Jam...

Ahead of a day of tech rehearsal, Mickey-Jo sat down with West End star Jordan Luke Gage, who is about to open in the new musical Saving Mozart at the Other Palace Theatre in London. They chatted about his most recent stage roles, including as part of the original West End casts of Bonnie & Clyde and Titanique as well as his breakthrough performances in Bat Out of Hell and the original cast of...

A few months ago, I attended BEAM - a biannual, two day conference platforming new British musical theatre writing. Over two days at Birmingham Hippodrome, 28 different new musicals were pitched to producers, theatremakers and other industry professionals. Previously pitched musicals include Operation Mincemeat and Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York). In this special recap vlog, Mickey-Jo...

When Mickey-Jo was in the US last month, he saw two new musicals making their North American regional premiere - both of which started life in the UK. These shows were Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) at the American Repertory Theatre in Massachusetts and 42 Balloons at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater in Illinois. As well as reviewing both productions, Mickey-Jo is pondering the possib...

Just one day before making her Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut, stage star Laura Benanti took a moment to chat with Mickey-Jo about her self-penned solo show and her new perspective on Broadway. The Tony Award winning actress will perform in "Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares" this summer in Edinburgh, before bringing the show to London's Underbelly Boulevard for two performances in early September. Che...

Last week, Mickey-Jo headed to the National Theatre in London to see one of this year's most anticipated new productions - Inter Alia starring Rosamund Pike. From the team that brought West End and Broadway audiences PRIMA FACIE (playwright Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin) comes this new collaboration depicting a judge trying to balance her important and demanding work within the legal sys...

Which shows are you most looking forward to on Broadway this season? With several plays and musicals already announced for the 2025 - 2026 Broadway season, Mickey-Jo is, for the first time, sharing his thoughts about these upcoming productions. From The Lost Boys and The Queen of Versailles to Oedipus and Waiting for Godot, here are Mickey-Jo's (way too early) picks for this next year's top ticket...

When BURLESQUE the musical opened at the Savoy Theatre in the West End this month, it received a huge variety of critical responses, from 5 star raves to 1 star pans in major outlets. In this review roundup, Mickey-Jo is reading from a selection of reviews as well as sharing his own insights about the show. • 00:00 | introduction 02:47 | The Guardian ★★★★★ 09:17 | The Telegraph ★★★★ 15:18 | The St...

It was announced yesterday that the West End production of MJ the musical, which follows a pivotal moment in the life and career of Michael Jackson will close in early 2026. The show will, by the end of its run, have played just under 2 years at the Prince Edward Theatre in London, while the musical continues to run at the Neil Simon Theatre on Broadway. In this theatre news recap, Mickey-Jo is sh...

Mickey-Jo recently sat down to chat with Jamie Muscato, the West End leading man currently starring as Jay Gatsby in THE GREAT GATSBY at the London Coliseum. The actor has previously wowed audiences in Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 (for which he was nominated for an Olivier Award), Moulin Rouge, and the original West End cast of Heathers. They talked about wearing three piece suits...

Earlier today it was announced that stage and screen star Andrew Barth Feldman would join the cast of the Broadway musical MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, replacing Tony Award winner Darren Criss. Andrew will co-star with his real life partner Helen J Shen who plays Claire, taking on the role of the helperbot Oliver. Amidst some backlash as fans anticipated an Asian actor being cast in this role, Mickey-Jo is...

Last night, Mickey-Jo was invited to attend the gala opening night performance of BURLESQUE at the Savoy Theatre in London. The new musical, which premiered in Manchester last year, is based on the film of the same name starring Christina Aguilera and Cher. Amidst some alleged backstage controversy, here are Mickey-Jo's thoughts on the actual show onstage, and whether or not it is good enough for...

Last night, the stage musical adaptation of BURLESQUE, which premiered regionally in the UK last year, officially opened at the Savoy Theatre in London. Since before the London transfer began rehearsals, however, it has been surrounded by rumours of behind the scenes drama, with a change in creative team, a delayed first preview performance and, now an equity investigation. • 00:00 | introduction...

Last week, Mickey-Jo was invited to the opening night performance of one of his most anticipated shows of this year, Sing Street. The musical, which is based on the 2016 film of the same name, was set to open on Broadway in 2020 but was ultimately cancelled. Now that the show is making its London premiere, with a limited run at the Lyric Hammersmith, Mickey-Jo is letting you know just what it's li...