Dr. Seuss's The Lorax

The reviews are in | Sylvia, the musical

***** ‘One storming tune follows another’ Attitude **** ‘A storm of a show’ The Guardian **** Fast and fearsome, pounding with kinetic energy’ The I **** ‘Innovative, fresh, even downright renegade’ The Upcoming **** ‘Powerhouse performances’ WhatsOnStage ‘Exhilarating’ BBC Front Row ‘Electric’ BBC Woman’s Hour ‘Triumphant’ Culture Whisper ---- Discover Sylvia on stage at The Old Vic until 08 April. Book your tickets for the three-time Olivier Award-nominated musical https://bit.ly/3YPHdsB --- #OVSylvia

March Women March | Beverley Knight, Sharon Rose and the cast of Sylvia

Discover Sylvia on stage at The Old Vic until 08 April. Book your tickets for the three-time Olivier Award-nominated musical https://bit.ly/3ZQeMM5 --- #OVSylvia

The Making of Sylvia

In this short documentary, follow the Sylvia cast and company from day one of rehearsals right up until show time. --- Book tickets for the three-time Olivier Award-nominated musical. Playing until 08 Apr: https://bit.ly/3Zwtb03 --- #OVSylvia

Welcome to The Hub

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Audience reactions to Sylvia

Haven't seen Sylvia yet? Find out what everyone has been saying about the show. --- 'What a performance, such a vibe’ ‘The vocals, the choreography, every member of the cast was so point.' ‘The vocals, performance just EVERYTHING’ ‘Vocals and choreo out of this world’ ‘Vocals were vocaling’. ‘Knocked it out of the park’ ‘One of the best musicals I have ever seen’. ‘I nearly threw my shoe on the stage’. ‘I was levitating’. ‘I died and came back to life several times. The passion. The soul. The riffs and runs. I need to watch this again’. ‘History and gorgeous music meet in this show’. ‘Gold standard’ --- Book your tickets here - https://bit.ly/3mt03s2 #OVSylvia

Groundhog Day The Musical | Tim Minchin sings 'Everything About You'

Hear composer Tim Minchin perform his song 'Everything About You' from the hilarious and heart-warming musical Groundhog Day. From the creatives behind Matilda The Musical, this Olivier Award-winning (Best New Musical, Best Actor) musical sensation based on the 1993 hit film returns to The Old Vic this summer. Book tickets: bit.ly/3mdXn1n Andy Karl reprises his role which earned him an Olivier Award as Phil Connors. ‘Groundhog Day is a masterclass in how to live… You can bring whatever mindset you choose to the next 24 hours. This is an extraordinary gift that we often overlook, and there is no better example of its priceless value than Groundhog Day’ Paul Hannam (The Wisdom of Groundhog Day) An Old Vic production in association with GWB Entertainment

World Book Day with Mog the Forgetful Cat

Mog is a very forgetful cat. She forgets that she has a cat flap, she forgets that she’s already eaten her supper, and she forgets that cats don’t have eggs for breakfast every day. Bother that cat! But Mog’s forgetfulness can come in handy... Book tickets for Mog the Forgetful Cat, playing at The Old Vic from 11–29 Jul: bit.ly/3SDjk5Y The Wardrobe Ensemble adapt Judith Kerr’s beloved and iconic stories for the stage, in a lively and enchanting production with songs, live music and a menagerie of creatures little and large. These timeless tales of family and friendship are brought to life to allow a new generation of children to fall in love with Mog. Based on the bestselling Mog picture book series by Judith Kerr, published by HarperCollins Children’s Books. An Old Vic, Royal & Derngate, Northampton and Wardrobe Ensemble co-production Generously supported by The Old Vic Endowment Trust and The Thistle Trust © Kerr-Kneale Productions Ltd. Licensed by HarperCollins Publishers Ltd

Interview with Beverley Knight and Sharon Rose | Sylvia, the musical.

Stars of the hip-hop musical, Sylvia, Beverley Knight (Emmeline Pankhurst) and Sharon Rose (Sylvia Pankhurst) talk paying big, big money to see a certain icon rap and their stormy on-stage mother-daughter relationship. --- Book your tickets while you still can - https://bit.ly/3ZjWhPT --- #OVSylvia

Sylvia | A peek behind the scenes

Sylvia is on stage now! Take a look back at what went on behind the scenes during tech week.

Groundhog Day the Musical | Playing at The Old Vic from 20 May

From the creatives behind Matilda The Musical and The Old Vic’s A Christmas Carol, this Olivier Award-winning (Best New Musical, Best Actor) musical sensation based on the 1993 hit film returns to The Old Vic this summer. Book tickets: https://bit.ly/3XUQ5xq Andy Karl reprises his role which earned him an Olivier Award as Phil Connors. ‘Groundhog Day is a masterclass in how to live… You can bring whatever mindset you choose to the next 24 hours. This is an extraordinary gift that we often overlook, and there is no better example of its priceless value than Groundhog Day’ Paul Hannam (The Wisdom of Groundhog Day) An Old Vic production in association with GWB Entertainment

The people have spoken. --- As you wanted to hear more, here's another teaser of Beverley Knight and the cast of musical Sylvia, performing Make Some Noise in rehearsals, to mark the start of previews. Enjoy! --- An Old Vic and ZooNation: The Kate Prince Company production In association with Sadler's Wells --- Playing from 27 Jan–01 Apr 2023. Book tickets from £12 - https://bit.ly/3DgRmqk

Make Some Noise | Sylvia in Rehearsals

Beverley Knight and the cast of musical Sylvia perform Make Some Noise in rehearsals. --- An Old Vic and ZooNation: The Kate Prince Company production In association with Sadler's Wells --- Playing from 27 Jan–01 Apr 2023. Book tickets from £12 - https://bit.ly/3XIPVc1

Beverley Knight and Sharon Rose perform 'You've Changed' | Sylvia

Beverley Knight (Emmeline) and Sharon Rose (Sylvia) perform 'You've Changed' during rehearsals for The Old Vic's production of Sylvia. --- An Old Vic and ZooNation: The Kate Prince Company production In association with Sadler's Wells --- Starting 27 January. Book your tickets here - https://bit.ly/3ilDYdu

Behind the scenes from the Sylvia photoshoot

'Here we go. First steps of a revolution'. --- Following its 2018 run as a work-in-progress, Kate Prince’s Sylvia is back where it all began for its world premiere, uniting dance, hip hop, funk and soul to shine a light on a remarkable moment in history, with original music by Josh Cohen and DJ Walde. --- An Old Vic and ZooNation: The Kate Prince Company production In association with Sadler's Wells --- Starting 27 January. Book your tickets here - https://bit.ly/3ubg7zq

Groundhog Day returns

Phil Connors is a pretty awful guy. But when the cynical Pittsburgh TV weatherman is sent to cover the eccentric annual Groundhog Day event in the small town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, he finds himself caught in a time loop that sends him on a hilarious path to enlightenment and redemption. A comic parable of love, hope and transformation from the creatives behind Matilda The Musical, The Old Vic's critically acclaimed hit show, Groundhog Day, directed by Matthew Warchus, with book by Danny Rubin, and music and lyrics by Tim Minchin returns this summer. Andy Karl will reprise his Olivier Award-winning role as the cynical TV weatherman Phil Connors in a 12-week run from 20 May–12 August. --- Principal Partner: Royal Bank of Canada Previews Partner: PwC --- Book your tickets today - https://bit.ly/3OZ9pWS

Are you ready?

Coming soon. Announcement coming 06 December. Sign up to be the first to know: https://www.oldvictheatre.com/sign-in Principal Partner: Royal Bank of Canada Previews Partner: PwC

Matinee Idols

Matinee Idols is our free scheme for people over the age of 50 to discover more about The Old Vic, engage with our shows, learn new skills and interests, and tackle the effects of loneliness in the local community. The programme is free to join and six times a year, members can attend exclusive pre-show events, socialise, enjoy some refreshments before catching a matinee performance of our current production. Find out more about Matinee Idols here - https://bit.ly/3TQnzub

60 second challenge

We challenged Owen Teale (who plays this year's Ebenezer Scrooge) to describe the plot of A Christmas Carol in 60 seconds. Can he beat the clock? --- A Christmas Carol opens 12 November. Get your tickets here - https://bit.ly/3NtGwkR --- #OVChristmasCarol

Interview with this year's Scrooge | Owen Teale

When you think of Christmas, you naturally think of Harry Belafonte, right? Right? Watch on to hear this year's Scrooge, played by Owen Teal, reveal his unusual Christmas family tradition, which ghost he'd choose to visit him and why The Old Vic is the beating heart of Dickens. --- A Christmas Carol starts 12 November. Tickets now on sale - https://bit.ly/3SfxkkT #OVChristmasCarol

Behind the Scenes | Scrooge photoshoot

'Tonight Matthew I'm going to be...Ebenezer Scrooge' --- Behind the scenes of Owen Teale getting photoshoot-ready and scaring the postman. --- A Christmas Carol 12 November. Book your tickets here - https://bit.ly/3Mp9rpr #OVChristmasCarol

Eureka Day | Trailer

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - 'The first hit of the autumn' | The I ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - 'Uproariously funny' | The Times ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐- 'Cryingly funny. A hit' | The Telegraph ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - 'Hilariously funny… No such thing as a perfect play, but Eureka Day comes pretty close' | The Gay Times ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - 'A needle-sharp comedy that packs a smart and timely punch' | Evening Standard ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - 'I don’t think I’ve ever heard such collective laughter in a theatre' | Attitude 'Impeccably polished satire' | The Guardian 'Hysterical…with a crack cast' | Time Out --- Must end 31 October. Book your tickets to see #EurekaDay before it's too late. https://bit.ly/3CtuXVs

Sylvia returns... | Teaser trailer

Sylvia returns to The Old Vic from the 27 January. --- Secure your tickets to see the hit musical - https://bit.ly/3e8nuTB

Americans vs. Brits | Eureka Day cast special

- If you could pack anything in your suitcase from the UK, what would it be? - A beef and stilton meat pie...for eight. (Mark McKinney) --- Eureka Day cast members, Mark McKinney (Headteacher, Don) and Ben Schnetzer (Eli, parent and executive committee member) hilariously take on the American vs Brits quiz. Which side will come out on top? Keep watching to find out! --- Eureka Day, by Jonathan Spector, plays at The Old Vic from 06 Sep-31 Oct. Tickets on sale now:- https://bit.ly/3QSZ1iP #OVEurekaDay ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- #markmckinney #helenhunt #benschnetzer #susankelechiwatson #kirstenfoster #EurekaDay #superstore #whatwomenwant #pride #twister #adiscoveryofwitches #londontheatre #westend #westendlive

Behind the scenes | Rehearsals for Eureka Day

Step inside the rehearsal room for a sneak peek! --- #EurekaDay, by #JonathanSpector, plays at #TheOldVic from 06 Sep-31 Oct. Tickets on sale now: https://bit.ly/3D2oZgj #OVEurekaDay

The Eureka Day school take the Elementary School Pop Quiz

As Eureka Day is set in a school, we thought it was only right to challenge Mark McKinney (Headteacher, Don) and Ben Schnetzer (Eli, parent and executive committee member) to an elementary school pop quiz. How many questions do you think they get right? --- Eureka Day, by Jonathan Spector, plays at The Old Vic from 06 Sep-31 Oct. Tickets on sale now: https://bit.ly/3T0pOvQ

Helen Hunt talks about her latest play, Eureka Day

Hear from #HelenHunt (Suzanne) as she talks about how rehearsals are going so far for #EurekaDay, looking forward to performing at The Old Vic, and her hopes for the show. --- Eureka Day, by #JonathanSpector, plays at #TheOldVic from 06 Sep-31 Oct. Tickets on sale now: https://bit.ly/3Pzk21d #OVEurekaDay

Welcome to The Eureka Day school.

'No-one in this room is a villain' 'You're a disgusting human being, Orson Mankel' --- Mark McKinney (Headteacher, Don) and Ben Schnetzer (Eli, parent and executive committee member), tell us what their favourite line is from Eureka Day and why the show will have you talking after. --- Eureka Day, by Jonathan Spector, plays at The Old Vic from 06 Sep-31 Oct. Book your tickets today: https://bit.ly/3ApmDX9 #OVEurekaDay

...this is your principal speaking. Headteacher Don (played by #MarkMcKinney) welcomes you to the Eureka Day school along with Eli (played by #BenSchnetzer), your committed executive committee representative. Our production is just around the corner, and we're sure you'd like to know what it's all about. --- Register your attendance via The Old Vic theatre. We look forward to seeing you all there. --- And remember everybody, a #EurekaDay student always cheers when the other team scores. --- Thank you and we hope you have a great day. ---- Eureka Day, by #JonathanSpector, plays at #TheOldVic from 06 Sep-31 Oct. Tickets on sale now: https://bit.ly/3Cd089g #OVEurekaDay

What is Eureka Day about?

Hear from the writer, Jonathan Spector, and find out why you shouldn't miss Eureka Day. --- Book your tickets to see the show here - https://bit.ly/3BKHMMr #OVEurekaDay

Rapid fire round with Jonathan Spector - Eureka Day

Join us as we take Jonathan Spector, the writer of Eureka Day, around Waterloo and find out more about the play and whether he can make it as a Brit. --- What does Jonathan think the biggest difference is between American and British humour? Can he name that British TV show, Gavin and....? Does he know what the correct response is if someone breaks a glass in a pub? --- Watch the interview to find out! Book your tickets to see Eureka Day via the link here - https://bit.ly/3JJX4Dn #OVEurekaDay

Interview with Max Perryment, the composer for Jitney

Hear from Max Perryment, the composer for Jitney, about the production's unique sound score that will transport you right back to 1970s Pittsburgh.

Welcome to Jitney Cut n Style

Get a sneak peek inside Wigs, Hair and Make-Up HQ, also known as WHAM (not to be mistaken for a certain 80s pop duo) and discover some of the cast of Jitney getting their wigs fitted and hair barbered. --- Book your tickets to see Jitney before it's too late - https://bit.ly/3y7c5KX

Wigs, hair and make-up | Jitney

We sat down with the wigs, hair and make-up dynamic duo, Cynthia De La Rosa and Suzanne Scotcher, as they take us through what it takes to get into their profession, working with textured Afro hair, and their inspiration and process behind some of the styles featured in Jitney. --- Discover the show by booking your tickets today. https://bit.ly/3ucv9Fl

Jitney in Tech Rehearsal

'Superb performances drive this thrilling slice of history that resonates powerfully today' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Evening Standard 'Enthralling... beautifully realised production' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Guardian 'Tremendous...cast is impeccable' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Telegraph 'Outstandingly well-acted' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Times --- Look back at how we brought our latest production, Jitney, to life through our tech rehearsals. --- Secure your ticket to see the show before it's too late: https://bit.ly/3biLCRF

Audio described | Jitney tech rehearsal

Get a sneak peek behind the scenes of the Jitney tech rehearsal - audio described by Roz Chalmers.

Jitney on Opening Night

"So breathtaking and relatable to today" "Lived up to expectations" "Amazing, amazing, amazing" "Award-winning" "So much heart and so much emotion" "This is the gold-standard of what theatre can be" "Get your ticket. Don't mess about. This the hottest of the hottest" --- Have you seen Jitney yet? Now's your chance before the curtains close on 09 July. https://bit.ly/3HEDQO8 --- #OVJitney

BSL | I see Rosie's Face

To mark the BSL-interpreted performance of Jitney on Monday 20 June at 7.30pm, Jacqui Beckford interprets one of the scenes from August Wilson's acclaimed play using British Sign Language. This scene is performed by cast members Nnabiko Ejimofor, Geoff Aymer and Solomon Israel. --- Join The Old Vic's free theatre Access Membership to book access tickets online. https://bit.ly/3xS8uQV --- #OVJitney

Scenes on Screen | Take Your Money and Get Out!

A scene from August Wilson's acclaimed play, Jitney. Filmed during week four of rehearsals and starring Tony Marshall (as Philmore), Sule Rimi (as Turnbo) and Will Johnson (as Becker). --- Discover the show at The Old Vic until 09 July. #OVJitney https://bit.ly/3NC1ygq

Scenes on Screen | I see Rosie's Face

A scene from August Wilson's acclaimed play, Jitney. Filmed during week four of rehearsals and starring Geoff Aymer (as Doub), Solomon Israel (as Youngblood) and Nnabiko Ejimofor (as Shealy). --- Discover the show at The Old Vic until 09 July. #OVJitney https://bit.ly/3xhQz4M

Hear from the cast of Jitney

"Iconically-Black" "It's one big awesome piece. Something you don't want to miss." "We swarm to the theatre to watch Shakespeare's work because it's great. We swarm to the theatre to watch Chekhov. We should be swarming to watch a piece of August Wilson writing." - Discover Jitney following an acclaimed run at Leeds Playhouse, now at The Old Vic from 09 June

The 47th tech rehearsal

Ever wondered what it takes to put together a production at The Old Vic? Look back at all the backstage magic during the technical rehearsal for The 47th. --- Book your tickets to see the show before it's too late. https://bit.ly/38hIIeC #OV47TH

Jitney | Teaser Trailer

Directed by Tinuke Craig (The Color Purple) and following an acclaimed run at Leeds Playhouse, August Wilson's (Ma Rainey's Black Bottom) groundbreaking modern classic explores the fragile bond between eight men as they live, love and work in a racially segregated, post-Vietnam America. ---- Book tickets from £10: https://bit.ly/3w872sU ---- An Old Vic, Headlong & Leeds Playhouse co-production

Who said it? Johnny Bravo or Donald Trump

Who said it? Johnny Bravo or Donald Trump. The cast of The 47th take part in the ultimate quiz. How many can you guess correctly? ---Book your tickets to see the show https://bit.ly/3vaTAnB #OV47th

The 47th | Press Night

'A brilliant, incisive look into the future' 'You are going to be provoked, engaged, tickled, teased and terrified!' 'It's a real thrill. It's art at its best. Everything you want to from theatre.' 'A very current story come to life'. 'Unnerving.' --- Experience The 47th for yourself, book your tickets today: https://bit.ly/3EJKVvk

How the set was made for The 47th

Discover the extroadinary stage transition from our previous show, A Number, to our current production, The 47th, in this behind the scenes time-lapse. --- Book your tickets today : https://bit.ly/3vvX56W #OV47TH

Costume design for The 47th

We spoke to Evie Gurney, the costume designer for The 47th. --- If you could dress any political figure, past or present - who would it be? --- Discover more about Evie's process, her top tips for successful power dressing, and the inspiration behind the show's costumes for Donald Trump, Ivanka Trump and Kamala Harris. --- Book your tickets to see The 47th

Interview with the cast of The 47th

Have you watched The 47th yet? Secure your tickets here

Teaser: Interview with the cast of The 47th

'Epic', 'Operatic', 'It's Now' | How would you describe The 47th? --- The team behind the multi award-winning King Charles III reunite as Rupert Goold directs the world premiere of Mike Bartlett’s viciously funny The 47th, a chaotic glimpse into the underbelly of the greatest political show on earth – the next presidential race. With Bertie Carvel as Donald Trump, Tamara Tunie as Kamala Harris and Lydia Wilson as Ivanka Trump. --- Stay tuned for the full interview with Bertie, Tamara and Lydia - dropping soon! --- Book your tickets here: https://bit.ly/3DmFhPn

Teaser trailer: The 47th | 29 March - 28 May 2022

It is 2024 and as America goes to the polls, democracy itself is on the brink. Who takes the White House – and at what cost? The team behind the multi award-winning King Charles III reunite as Rupert Goold directs the world premiere of Mike Bartlett’s viciously funny The 47th, a chaotic glimpse into the underbelly of the greatest political show on earth – the next presidential race. With Bertie Carvel as Donald Trump, Tamara Tunie as Kamala Harris and Lydia Wilson as Ivanka Trump. An Old Vic, Sonia Friedman Productions & Annapurna Theatre co-production This production is generously supported by the American Associates of The Old Vic Find out more and book tickets here: https://bit.ly/3wREYLf

A Number | Technical rehearsal

Ever wondered what it takes to bring a show to life? Look back as Lennie James and Paapa Essiedu rehearse on set for the first time and get a sneak peek behind the stage. Get your tickets for A Number before it's too late. Ends 19 March. https://bit.ly/3HbGWY5