There is just one week to go until theatres start reopening their doors. That doesn't mean there isn't some great shows to get us this last week - with some fantastic new titles as well as another chance to see some of the best virtual shows from the past few months. Here are some of the best to catch this week:
WHAT?
Seth Rudetsky continues his long running series bringing some of the biggest stars from Broadway direct to your home. This week it's the turn of Chicago and Forbidden Broadway star Christine Pedi.
WHEN?
The show takes place live on Sunday 9th May at 3pm ET which is 8pm in the UK and is repeated that evening at 8pm ET which is 1am in the UK .
WHERE?
Tickets from thesethconcertseries.com
WHAT?
Join West End and Drag Race UK star Divina De Campo for an hour of fan alongside special guests Layton Williams, Joel Harper Jackson and Harriet Thorpe.
WHEN?
There are two chances to stream it - on Sunday 9th May at 7pm and Friday 14th May at 8pm
WHERE?
Get tickets from https://hopemilltheatre.co.uk/events/an-hour-with-divina-de-campo
WHAT?
Another chance to see Curve Leicester's fantastic streamed production of Andrew Lloyd Webbers classic. One of the virtual highlights of 2020, this production sees Ria Jones reprise her role as the iconic Norma Desmond alongside a cast including Danny Mac and Molly Lynch.
WHEN?
It streams at various times from Monday 10th until Saturday 15th May
WHERE?
WHAT?
Another chance to see Tyger Drew-Honey and Kirsten Foster star in Shaun McKenna's brand new thriller - a compelling story of revenge and redemption. First broadcast live last week, it is now available to view on demand.
WHEN?
Catch it from Monday 10th until Sunday 30th May
WHERE?
Tickets from https://www.stream.theatre/season/103
WHAT?
Creation Theatre have partnered with Watford Palace Theatre to launch an innovative choose your own adventure style adaptation of the Shakespeare classic - putting the audience at the heart of the action
WHEN?
It runs from Wednesday 12th until Tuesday 23rd May.
WHERE?
Tickets are from https://www.creationtheatre.co.uk/
WHAT?
The Broadway Cast Reunion Series gives audiences a chance to do what they may never have done before: visit “backstage” with the cast and even ask questions via the chat feature. Tonights features the cast of My Fair Lady.
WHEN?
Catch it live on Thursday 13th May
WHERE?
Tickets from https://www.stellartickets.com
WHAT?
The online self-isolation play series Love In The Lockdown continues with the release of the next 2 episodes of the nine part series this week.
WHEN?
Episode 7 launches on Thursday 13th May with episode 8 following on Saturday 15th
WHERE?
All episodes will be available on YouTube. For more information, see https://www.thetelling.co.uk/litl
WHAT?
Fans of the snappily titled High School Musical: The Musical: The Series will be thrilled to hear that the musical: series is back this week kicking off its second season.
WHEN?
Season 2 kicks off with the first episode launching on Friday 14th May
WHERE?
Catch it on Disney+
WHAT?
Another chance to catch the brand new musical by Joey Contreras which boasts a cast including Jordan Luke Gage, Danielle Steers and Hiba Elchikhe. A New York love story which talks about our love lives constantly being in pieces, this really is a phenomenal show.
WHEN?
You can stream it from Friday 14th until Friday 28th May
WHERE?
Stream it from https://www.stream.theatre/season/83
WHAT?
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Jellicle Ball, there's another chance to see the filmed production of Cats (No, not the recent movie thankfully) starring Elaine Paige .
WHEN?
Catch it from 7pm on Friday 14th May for 48 hours only
WHERE?
See it from youtube.com/theshowsmustgoon
WHAT?
This week there's another chance to catch some live theatre with another outdoor concert from West End Musical Drive In. This weeks lineup is to be announced.
WHEN?
The concert takes place on Saturday 15th May at 2.30pm
WHERE?
Located in Enfield, tickets are available from https://www.westendmusicaldrivein.co.uk/
West End and Broadway star Rachel Tucker will launch her new EP with a streamed studio gig. The concert will feature her own original music alongside some classics that have captured her heart over the last year.
WHEN?
It streams from Saturday 15th until Sunday 23rd May with performances at various times for different time zones
WHERE?
Normal and VIP tickets are available from https://www.stream.theatre/season/126
WHAT?
Following the success of last year’s glitterfest, The Showstoppers are presenting the ‘Alternative Eurovision Song Contest’ for a second year, joined by an all-star cast of celebrities including actor Les Dennis, comedian Russell Kane, comedian London Hughes and cabaret star Le Gateau Chocolat as judges
WHEN?
It airs live on Saturday 15th May at 8pm
WHERE?
Catch it here
Some great shows to enjoy this week. Look out for an exciting weekly post next Sunday where I showcase all of the shows you can see in person the following week.