“Cats” the musical, based on T.S. Eliot’s “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats,” is considered magical by many due to its imaginative and fantastical portrayal of felines. The music and
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When it comes to Broadway shows, there have been some major hits and a fair few misses as well. The magic of the theatre is ever-evolving and the impact that
Popular Plays Based On Television ShowsPopular Plays Based On Television Shows
Most of us have probably heard of a lot of popular films that were originally based on theatrical performances, sometimes dating back decades or centuries. For a long time, the
Some Of The Worst Actors Of All TimeSome Of The Worst Actors Of All Time
When it comes to movies and television, we usually remember the truly great performances, while shrugging off those bad. But while the talented actors may sit on one end of
The Best Foreign Musicals Worth A WatchThe Best Foreign Musicals Worth A Watch
There are plenty of Western-based musicals that have gained popularity over the last few decades. Musicals that brought incredible, unforgettable performances that their audiences have never forgotten. But they are
The 5 Longest Running Shows On BroadwayThe 5 Longest Running Shows On Broadway
The history of Broadway is rich and colorful, and full of life, music and pizazz. It’s also surprising the appetite that so many people have to see shows again and
The Scottish Play – Macbeth’s CurseThe Scottish Play – Macbeth’s Curse
One of the most enduring of all dramatic superstitions is the belief that William Shakespeare’s play, Macbeth, is cursed. Merely mentioning the name of the Scottish play in a theatre
History’s 5 Most Controversial PlaysHistory’s 5 Most Controversial Plays
Theatre has ruffled conservative feathers at least since Aristophanes’ Lysistrata premiered to Greek audiences more than 2000 years ago. Whatever peoples’ opinions about the most controversial plays ever staged, the
5 Stage Make-Up Faux Pas to Steer Clear Of5 Stage Make-Up Faux Pas to Steer Clear Of
Applying stage make-up is equal parts art and science. It requires knowledge, practice, precision, and a lot of learning through mistakes as well. It is something that any performer needs
Top Tips for First-Time PlaywrightsTop Tips for First-Time Playwrights
No matter how old you are, it’s never too late to write your first play. Keep in mind that Samuel Beckett, Harold Pinter, and Joe Penhall all only found success