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The Industry
Megan Harrison as 'Boromir' in 'You Shall Not Yass' - a 'The Lord of the Rings' drag cabaret
Why Drag is King for Confidence with Megan Harrison

Actor Megan Harrison discusses how they created their drag king persona ‘Fabio Lezonli’, how drag has improved their self-confidence and their advice for actors taking the big first step into the world of drag. Megan Harrison is an actor, producer and drag performer, best known for their roles on the West End as a young […]

comedy
diversity/inclusivity
interview
The Industry
The cast of Disney's 'Hercules the Musical' for the West End
My Casting Story: Luke Brady in Disney’s ‘Hercules the Musical’

Performer Luke Brady on landing his Hercules role, how he takes care of his voice and the differences between stage and screen acting. Luke Brady makes a heroic return to the West End stage in the iconic leading role of ‘Hercules’ in Disney’s latest London-based musical.  First he captivated audiences with his powerful performances as […]

auditions
interview
musical theatre
The Industry
Alyssa Thabisile Sibanda giving a speech after winning the Spotlight Prize showcase
Alyssa Thabisile Sibanda: A Year of Growth and Gratitude

Spotlight Prize winner Alyssa reflects on her acting journey and shares insights and advice for drama school graduates. Since winning the Stage Award at the Spotlight Prize 2024 for her performance of Many Moons, Alyssa has quickly become one to watch in the world of theatre. But her journey from an enthusiastic young performer to […]

drama school
graduates
interview
The Essentials
The cast of 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' the musical on stage toasting
Theatre Recommendations From Theatre Professionals

The winners and nominees of the Off-West End Awards 2025 share the best shows they’ve seen at the theatre this year. Thanks to all the talented performers in the UK and Ireland, there’s never a shortage of brilliant stage productions to see and enjoy. From theatre to musical theatre, on stages in the West End, […]

interview
musical theatre
theatre
Getting Work
Ros Watt as 'Malcolm' in 'Macbeth'
My Casting Story: Ros Watt in ‘Macbeth’ at the Donmar Warehouse

Actor Ros Watt discusses how they approached performing as ‘Malcolm’ in a modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s Macbeth alongside David Tennant and Cush Jumbo. Ros Watt is a Scottish trans masculine actor (pronouns they/he), who is best known for their recent performance in the Donmar Warehouse’s production of Macbeth, directed by Max Webster. The production starred […]

diversity/inclusivity
interview
shakespeare
The Industry
The cast of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button onstage playing musical instruments
Olivier Awards 2025: Full Winners List

Fiddler on the Roof, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and Giant are the big winners at the Olivier Awards 2025, each winning three awards. The ceremony, hosted by Beverley Knight and Billy Porter, was held at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday 6 April and featured several live performances from shows, including a special […]

awards
musical theatre
news