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Check here for the latest musical news with links to all your #StageFaves performers, shows and theatres. Also look out for our regular #GetSocial features and contributions from our syndicate media partners including MyTheatreMates.com and the Musical Theatre Appreciation Society.

17 Aug
2017

From West-End shows to major tours; UK premiers to exciting new musicals, George Rae has certainly been around the block when it comes to Musical Theatre in the UK, but now for the first time, he's heading across the pond! For one night only next February 2018, George will perform “Life is a Caba-RAE: A Scot in New York!” sharing poignant songs and interesting anecdotes from his incredible career with a host of Tony and Olivier award winning special guests! George sent over a special vlog to tell us more about what he has planned for the show at the legendary Feinstein's 54 Below. We wish we lived in NYC!!

15 Aug
2017

They're our favourite all-female long-form Musical Theatre troupe (it's a pretty specific niche, right?) and they're taking the fringe by storm! The lovely ladies of NOTFLIX are selling out every show of their Edinburgh run and not only that, they've just announced an extra-special performance! On Friday 18 August at 6pm, the girlgang will be taking to the stage at the Gilded Balloon's Debating Hall for their biggest show to date! Armed with a set of microphones and full band to back them up, the women of the hour will improvise a full one-hour musical before your very eyes...

12 Aug
2017

We last saw earlier this year in Sonheim's THE FROGS at the Jermyn Street Theatre and now the Scottish #StageFave is heading across the pond to the great white way for one night only! Next February, George Rae will perform at Broadway's supper club Feinstein's 5/4 Below, sharing stories and singing songs from his 17-year musical theatre career and beyond. He's already announced a host of special guests, from Olivier-winners to Amrican touring superstars, so to all you Broadway-bound MT fans, keep 5 February 2018 in your diary because this is one night not to be missed...

11 Aug
2017
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We all know the theatre can be political, just look at what HAMILTON and RENT did, not just for Broadway but America as a whole! Occasionally though, it's the controversy offstage that makes the headlines Joanne Sadler from our friends at the Musical Theatre Appreciation Society assesses the future of the Great Comet and discusses the recent issues regarding the shortening of a black actor's contract, to be replaced by a more established white one...

10 Aug
2017

This week, newest #StageFaves vlogger Shalana Serafina takes us into the rehearsal room for 5,6,7,8 - A Steps Musical. Opening next week as part of Camden Fringe Festival, meet the cast as they get ready to bring the music almighty pop sensation Steps to the stage.

10 Aug
2017

We always knew that Musical Theatre could change lives and the guys and gals of Batley and Spen Youth Theatre Company know it more than most! The company, from the heart of the area represented by the late Jo Cox, are putting on a performance of her favourite show LES MISERABLES in her honour, to raise funds for the project and awareness of the values Jo stood for.

09 Aug
2017

Our #SummerMusicalMoment interview series is in full force and we're feeling the summer vibes! This week, we chatted to BEAUTIFUL's David O'Mahony about his post-West End plans, jetting off to foreign shores and taking his girlfriend with him...as long as she gets a window seat!

07 Aug
2017
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The theatre has often been a safe space for LGBT+ performers and audiences alike and can serve to educate others on the issues faced by marginalised communities and humanise a group who have historically been persecuted. Lauren Philpott from our friends at the Musical Theatre Appreciation Society discusses how Musical Theatre can both educate their audiences and empower people within the LGBTQ+ community...

04 Aug
2017

Our #SummerMusicalMoment interview series continues with Joelle Dyson! We chatted to the DREAMGIRLS star about her summer work schedule (it's a busy one), her next big holiday (even though it's a while away!) and her dream summer escape...

03 Aug
2017

The third instalment of James Corden's "Crosswalk Musical" segment is another long-running West End classic THE LION KING. "Crosswalk Musicals" take a famous musical theatre show and condense it into sections that last the time it takes to cross an American road. This time, James brought movie stars Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen along for the ride and we think it might be the funniest one yet...

28 Jul
2017

Here at #StageFaves HQ, we're delighted to introduce you to our new #StageFaves Performer Ambassador and vlogger: Shalana Serafina! Who is she? Where did we find her? What will she be bringing to the world of #StageFaves? Shalana explains all - and 10 facts you should know about her and her musical theatre world - in this launch video.

27 Jul
2017

Try saying that ten times at speed! The cast of the THE HUNTING OF THE SNARK paid a visit to the world famous Cutty Sark recently in search of that ever-absent snark! What followed was a series of fast-paced frolicks, silly searching and lack of good reading skills! Watch the full video below...

26 Jul
2017

We've already announced that this year's West End Bares will have a WIZARD OF OZ theme and the first photos have been released of Rebecca Trehearn and her co-stars! Have a look at the sexy snaps and take a look behind the scenes with the preview trailer...

25 Jul
2017

The summer holiday season got us thinking about all the performers stepping out onstage each night. When do they get time off? Where do they go on holiday? What’s on their summer playlist? Thus our #SummerMusicalMoment series was born and to kick it off we’ve rounded up some holiday Tweets from your #StageFaves so you can find out what they're doing with their precious downtime...

20 Jul
2017

He already brought us GREASE but now it's time for a West End staple. As part of his "Crosswalk Musicals" segment, James Corden takes a classic show and condenses it into sections that last the time it takes to cross an American road. His second foray into this hilarious Musical style is the Andrew Lloyd Webber fave PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. Get ready to laugh, cry and gasp...in 30 second segments...

19 Jul
2017
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We all love Musical Theatre here at #StageFaves, but let's be honest - it's a tough career! The life of a performer is often full of uncertainty, fear, huge highs and dragging lows. Every aspect can be very rewarding, but also draining and, yup...stressful! For those of you looking forward to a time at drama school, George Fairclough from our wonderful friends at the Musical Theatre Appreciation Society offers some tips and tricks on managing stress and getting the most out of life as a performer...

18 Jul
2017

It's hardly news that London's West End is the beating heart of the UK Musical Theatre scene. Fans from all over the world flock to see their favourite shows and soak up the atmosphere and history of the area. But how can you learn even more about your favourite theatres, shows and performers? Introducing Neil Maxfield - Musical Theatre aficionado and the brains (and face!) behind the Musical Theatre walking tour, an absolute MUST for any Musical Theatre geek! We got the chance to ask Neil a few questions about what to expect from the tour, his favourite theatre and of course who is his West End #StageFave?

12 Jul
2017

StageFaves founder Terri Paddock hosted a post-show Q&A last night at the world premiere of new one-man British musical SUPERHERO. Conclusion: it takes a lot more than one man to create a hit one-man musical! Star Michael Rouse joined in the discussion with the show's three writers, director and musical director. Listen to the full podcast here...

11 Jul
2017

It may be due to close in September, but HALF A SIXPENCE will live on in the hearts of its fans. Thousands of theatregoers of all ages have seen and fallen in love with this show during its West End run and many are mourning the news that it won't be running anymore. Becky Wallis is one of these superfans and she shares why she fell in love with the show and why she'll feel totally gutted when Charlie Stemp lays down his banjo for the last time...

10 Jul
2017

James Corden may be a big American TV host these days but his heart still clearly beats in time with the musicals of the West End. On and off for the last two years, James has created a series of Crosswalk Musicals, taking a classic show and condensing it into sections that last the time it takes to cross an American road. He started this series back in 2015 with the all-time classic, GREASE...