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Music review: Sunwook Kim plays Beethoven, Barbican Hall, London 

With no score and total command, Sunwook Kim delivered Beethoven with fire, finesse and fearless direction from the piano.

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Dance review: The Forsythe Programme, Sadler’s Wells, London

A smorgasbord of dance delights from choreographer William Forsythe.

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Theatre review: The Choir of Man, Arts Theatre, London

Join the lads in The Jungle in Choir of Man’s new West End run.

Against a pink backdrop a middle-aged woman with short hair, a bright pink T shirt and a glittery jacket is looking at a pink glazed donut which has the end of a speculum coming through it. The woman has her mouth wide open in feigned horror.
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When comedians don’t give up the day job…

Heeding the advice of a million parents, these comedians all have a career to fall back on – but is…

Against a blue backdrop, a young woman in a whitetop and jeans and a young man in a blue shirt and black pants are holding hands and crouching. They are in profile form.
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Musical review: Ghost: The Musical, Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham

'Ghost' wows with its dazzling visuals but lacks the heart and chemistry that made the film a classic. A feast…

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Musical review: Stiletto, Charing Cross Theatre

A powerful new addition to the musical theatre canon has its world premiere in London.

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Hugh Jackman launches new theatre company

In a joint statement, the Tony and Golden Globe-winning actor has announced a new theatrical partnership with high-profile producer Sonia…

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So you want my arts job: Principal Artist, Ballet

Step inside the life of a principal artist with The Australian Ballet, and learn what it takes to get there.

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Theatre review: Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors, Menier Chocolate Factory

Laugh-out-loud fun in this divinely camp panto-esque production.

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Musical review: The Rocky Horror Show, Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham

With standout performances and infectious audience interaction, Richard O'Brien's hedonistic favourite proves its perennial appeal. 

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