Articles about 1984

Every Song in Billy Elliot the Musical: A Complete Guide to Elton John's Electrifying Score

From the rousing opening number to the showstopping 'Electricity', discover every song in Billy Elliot the Musical ahead of its 2027 West End return.

Billy Elliot Returns to the West End: Full Cast Announced for the 2027 Adelphi Run

Billy Elliot the Musical comes back to the West End at the Adelphi Theatre from February 2027, with four young dancers sharing the title role and original 20…

The Karate Kid Musical Kicks Off UK Premiere Tour: Photos, Cast, and Ticket Details

The Karate Kid – The Musical has launched its UK premiere tour, bringing the beloved 1984 film to life on stage with Adrian Pang as Mr Miyagi.

Keira Knightley, Stephen Dillane and Luke Thompson Star in The Lives of Others Stage Premiere at the Adelphi Theatre

Robert Icke adapts the Oscar-winning film The Lives of Others for the stage, starring Keira Knightley, Stephen Dillane and Luke Thompson at the Adelphi Theat…

Karate Kid musical tour photos – in rehearsals

Check out those moves!

West End History Hour - 27 March Starlight Express

Ray Rackham delves back into the boxes of programmes to bring you a celebration of the one and only Starlight Express which opened on 27 March 1984.

Casting Announced for 1984 at Playhouse Theatre

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1984 Returns To the Playhouse Theatre

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REVIEW: 1984, Playhouse Theatre ✭✭✭✭

This adaptation of 1984 is a modern masterpiece. Get your tickets now, before they take you to Room 101.