Based in Wimbledon, South-West London, Polka Theatre is the UK’s leading theatre for children, producing inspirational theatre and creative experiences for those aged 0 – 13 years old. An Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation, it is housed within Wimbledon’s Holy Trinity Halls and comprises of a 300-seat main auditorium and a 70-seat studio used for early-years performances. It recently...
Based on the 1935 film of the same name, Top Hat tells the story of Broadway sensation Jerry Travers who dances his way across Europe to win the heart of society girl Dale Tremont. Having premiered in 2011, the show celebrates 1930’s song, style and romance, with every scene underpinned with a classic Irving Berlin song, from Puttin’ on the Ritz to Isn’t This A Lovely Day to Top Hat, White Tie and...
Below is a recent press release issued by Martin Professional about the use of their MAC Encore Performances on Disney’s Frozen in the West End. White Light supplied the lighting equipment for the show and were delighted to once again work with Neil Austin: Highly respected theatre lighting designer Neil Austin has again relied heavily on Martin Professional’s MAC Encore Performance moving heads...
Ken Miller, one of the true heroes of stage lighting, has passed away aged 84. The first of a breed, Ken set new standards, establishing the role of ‘Production Electrician’ in theatre, working for many years with Michael Northen (the first accredited British Theatrical Lighting Designer). Ken’s career spanned several decades and he toured frequently into every major (and minor ) venue across the...
Fisherman’s Friends: The Musical is a brand-new show based on the true story of Cornwall’s favourite singing sea-shanty sensations, as well as the smash-hit 2019 Universal Pictures film. It focuses on a group of Cornish fisherman who often meet to sing their traditional working songs in the hope to raise a few quid for charity. But when they are spotted by a holidaying music manager from London...
Originally performed on Broadway in 1934, Anything Goes is one of theatre’s most renowned and iconic musicals. Featuring music and lyrics by Cole Porter, the show is set on a cruise liner heading from New York to London and as the audience is introduced to the characters on board, it soon becomes clear it will be anything but smooth sailing. The show has been recently revived at the Barbican...
Created by the Olivier Award-winning Mischief Theatre, Groan Ups is a brand-new comedy that looks at just what it means to ‘grow up’. Following an unruly class of six-year-olds, the show asks how far we choose who we become, or whether our paths are already written. The show initially ran in London’s West End at the Vaudeville Theatre and has now embarked on a UK Tour. Having worked on previous...
Following its critically-acclaimed, sell-out run at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe, The Shark is Broken is now making its long-awaited premiere in London’s West End at the Ambassador’s Theatre. Produced by Sonia Friedman, the show tells the story about what took place behind the scenes of one of Hollywood’s biggest-ever blockbusters: Jaws. Currently supplying a host of West End productions including...
ArtsEd is a world-renowned centre of excellence for training in the performing arts. As part of its diverse portfolio of training, it offers an MA acting course which focuses on building versatile performers by developing their voice and identity to become bold, brave and ready for the industry. As part of the programme, the students take part in what’s known as the MA Season; an opportunity for...
Often regarded as the master of mind control and psychological illusion, Derren Brown is known across the globe for his ability to astonish and amaze audiences; whether that’s to millions through his television series or live on stage in his award-winning touring shows. He is now back touring theatres with his first new stage show in six years: Showman. Having supplied the lighting on several of...