Great piano duos rarely figure in jazz history but pianists love them, and 22 of Britain's finest are exercising two Steinway grands in Soho this week... more
Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake returns to Sadler's Wells this Christmas and its extra-long run proves the enduring popularity of his innovative vision.... more
The world's hottest choreographer, Christopher Wheeldon, is to make a full-length ballet for Covent Garden out of Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland... more
At Sadler's Wells the outifts worn by the arty audience exude the essence of the modern dance they're coming to see: sexy, quirky and bold - whether it's an eBay bargain or all Vivienne Westwood... more
London's premier summer opera festival has begun and Opera Holland Park has lined up as enticing a programme as ever, starting with Roberto Devereux.... more
One of the country’s best-known dancers came to the rescue of a West End musical when three performers dropped out hours before the curtain went up... more
Clive Rowe squeezes into the dame's dress at Hackney Empire, Elton John returns to the O2 and Angelika Kirchschlager hits the high notes in Hansel and Gretel.... more
Even fans of Matthew Bourne will wince at The Car Man whose character clichés and emotional histrionics leave the audience numb, says Sarah Frater.... more
British artists achieved success across the board in the nominations for the 61st annual Tony awards. British playwright Tom Stoppard received 10 nominations, including Best Play.
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The Nutcracker is the only seasonal offering for dance fans but thankfully there are two other shows, The Wind in the Willows and Swan Lake, that both make great Christmas ballets.... more