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Aliya Al-Hassan

Aliya Al-Hassan is UK Managing Editor of BroadwayWorld. A London-based theatre critic and journalist, she has a life-long passion for the arts, with a focus on theatre. She is always keen to promote new work and smaller venues. Follow her on Twitter @aliyajaderosa






The Best Books for Theatre Lovers This Festive Season
The Best Books for Theatre Lovers This Festive Season
December 5, 2023

As the festive season rushes towards us, BroadwayWorld gives you some suggestions for books for the theatre-lovers in your life. From conversations with women theatre directors, to special editions of Suzie Miller's Prima Facie to Judi Dench's exploration of Shakespeare, there really is something for every bookworm in your life.

Finalists Revealed for ITV's MAMMA MIA! I HAVE A DREAM
Finalists Revealed for ITV's MAMMA MIA! I HAVE A DREAM
December 4, 2023

The final four contestants set to compete in the grand finale of Mamma Mia! I Have a Dream have been revealed. The final four contestants are Stevie and Esme, competing for the role of Sophie, with Tobias and Owen as Sky.

Tickets From Just £30 for DEAR ENGLAND, Starring Joseph Fiennes
Tickets From Just £30 for DEAR ENGLAND, Starring Joseph Fiennes
December 4, 2023

Tickets From £30 for Dear England. The sold-out National Theatre production transfers to the West End this Autumn. 

Review: £1 THURSDAYS, Finborough Theatre
Review: £1 THURSDAYS, Finborough Theatre
December 4, 2023

Jen and Stacey are seventeen. Money is tight and their parents drive them mad, but all their thoughts are pulled towards that night of the week where they can let rip on a dancefloor. Kat Rose-Martin's promising new play pulls no punches in its stark portrayal of the harsh reality of life for two working class friends living in Bradford in 2012.

Photos: First Look at STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW in the West End
Photos: First Look at STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW in the West End
December 1, 2023

The first look production photos for Stranger Things: The First Shadow, currently in previews at the Phoenix Theatre, have been released. See all-new the photos below.

THE MAD ONES Will Play Limited Run at Birmingham Old Joint Stock Theatre
THE MAD ONES Will Play Limited Run at Birmingham Old Joint Stock Theatre
December 1, 2023

The Drama Desk nominated Outstanding Musical, The Mad Ones will play a limited run at The Old Joint Stock Theatre in 2024.

Show Of The Month: Save Up to 46% on THE KING AND I at the Dominion Theatre
Show Of The Month: Save Up to 46% on THE KING AND I at the Dominion Theatre
December 1, 2023

The King and I is the greatest musical from the golden age of musicals – with one of the finest scores ever written including 'Whistle a Happy Tune' and 'Shall We Dance.'

Andrew Lloyd Webber Appeals to UK Government for Funding for Music in Secondary Schools Trust
Andrew Lloyd Webber Appeals to UK Government for Funding for Music in Secondary Schools Trust
November 30, 2023

Andrew Lloyd Webber has written to Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer, calling for public funding for the foundation Music in Secondary Schools Trust, which helps students in disadvantaged schools to access to quality music education.

Northern Ballet's ROMEO AND JULIET Will Tour UK in 2024
Northern Ballet's ROMEO AND JULIET Will Tour UK in 2024
December 1, 2023

Northern Ballet will bring their award-winning Romeo & Juliet back to the stage in spring 2024 after an absence of over 16 years. 

Photos: First Look at Jared Harris in Young Vic's THE HOMECOMING
Photos: First Look at Jared Harris in Young Vic's THE HOMECOMING
November 30, 2023

Production images have been released for Harold Pinter’s powerful masterpiece The Homecoming starring Jared Harris, Joe Cole, Lisa Diveney, Robert Emms, David Angland and Nicolas Tennant. See the first look photos here.

SWEAT and A TASTE OF HONEY Revival are Part of Royal Exchange Theatre's Spring/Summer 2024 Season
SWEAT and A TASTE OF HONEY Revival are Part of Royal Exchange Theatre's Spring/Summer 2024 Season
November 30, 2023

This season three incredible directors make their Royal Exchange Theatre debuts in a season of brand-new productions of outstanding contemporary plays and enduring classics.

Save Up To 73% on Derren Brown's UNBELIEVABLE!
Save Up To 73% on Derren Brown's UNBELIEVABLE!
November 30, 2023

Derren Brown's one-man shows have won two Olivier Awards and played to sold out houses on tour across the UK, in the West End and on Broadway. Now, with his long-time collaborators Andy Nyman and Andrew O'Connor, Derren* has created a new show starring a multi-talented cast of seven who will perform MAGIC LIKE YOU HAVE NEVER SEEN. 

Rambert's PEAKY BLINDERS to be Broadcast as Part of BBC's Festive Line-Up
Rambert's PEAKY BLINDERS to be Broadcast as Part of BBC's Festive Line-Up
November 29, 2023

The BBC have revealed their festive line-up, including many theatrical treats. Among the announcements are Rambert's Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby, Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty and The Hound of the Baskervilles, recorded on the stage of London’s Barbican Theatre.

Photos: First Look at Touring Production of CHARLIE COOK'S FAVOURITE BOOK
Photos: First Look at Touring Production of CHARLIE COOK'S FAVOURITE BOOK
November 29, 2023

See the new production shots from the musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's beloved children's book Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book, which is currently on at Little Angel Studios until 4 February 2024 (then touring to over 50 venues across the UK)!

Photos: First Look at FROM THE REHEARSAL ROOM: LIVE AT THE SAVOY
Photos: First Look at FROM THE REHEARSAL ROOM: LIVE AT THE SAVOY
November 29, 2023

On Sunday 21 November, Ramin Karimloo and Hadley Fraser played to a sold out house at the Savoy Theatre with the first performance of From the Rehearsal Room: Live at the Savoy. Check out the photos below.

Save up to 80% on NOISES OFF at Theatre Royal Haymarket
Save up to 80% on NOISES OFF at Theatre Royal Haymarket
November 29, 2023

Noises Off-Tickets From £15.00

Paloma Faith and Sam Ryder Among Acts for 2024 Hampton Court Palace Festival
Paloma Faith and Sam Ryder Among Acts for 2024 Hampton Court Palace Festival
November 29, 2023

Hampton Court Palace Festival, presented by heycar has revealed Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Paloma Faith, Sheryl Crow, Deacon Blue, Sam Ryder and a live edition of The Rest is History podcast, as the first acts on a stellar programme for the 2024 summer festival. 

STRICTLY COME DANCING Live Tour 2024: Full Lineup Revealed
STRICTLY COME DANCING Live Tour 2024: Full Lineup Revealed
November 28, 2023

The full line-up of celebrities and professional dancers for next year’s highly anticipated Strictly Come Dancing Live UK Tour have been revealed.

STRICTLY COME DANCING's Musicals Week: Details Revealed
STRICTLY COME DANCING's Musicals Week: Details Revealed
November 28, 2023

Details for Strictly Come Dancing's Musicals Week have been revealed.

Andrew Lloyd Webber: 'Broadway is Now Almost a Vanity Project'.
Andrew Lloyd Webber: 'Broadway is Now Almost a Vanity Project'.
November 28, 2023

Andrew Lloyd Webber has branded theatre on Broadway as a “vanity project”. Speaking at the Global Investment Summit at Hampton Court Palace yesterday (27 November), the composer called on investors to “think of Britain first” when putting money into theatre.



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