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Stage musicals should embrace use of surtitles, says lyricist Tim Rice

The songwriter, who has reunited with Andrew Lloyd Webber for a Christmas mystery, said growing popularity of TV subtitles may have a welcome effect in theatres

The Guardian - UK

Lin-Manuel Miranda: ‘I have a Pulitzer and a MacArthur Genius Grant. I’m already something no one else is’

THE SATURDAY INTERVIEW : The ‘Hamilton’ creator and ‘Moana’ and ‘Encanto’ songwriter had the daunting task of crafting a successor to Elton John’s beloved ‘Lion King’ soundtrack. He talks to Kevin E G Perry about the lure of working with Barry Jenkins, endangered Disney ballads and why he doesn’t care…

The Independent UK

Mufasa: The Lion King review – storytelling takes pride of place in punchy origin tale

This heartfelt prequel to the 1994 classic recounts the dramatic backstory of King Mufasa but is scarred by a forgettable musical score

The Guardian - UK

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Evita to return to London’s West End with revival directed by Jamie Lloyd

Andrew Lloyd Webber is teaming up with Jamie Lloyd again, following their huge success with Sunset Boulevard

Evening Standard

Jesus Christ Superstar review – Lloyd Webber’s irresistible musical takes a victory lap of Australia

Capitol theatre, Sydney; then Perth, Melbourne and BrisbaneIs it still earnest and silly? Yes. But this 50th anniversary production has some incredible moments and performances that raise the roof

The Guardian - AU

Steven Spielberg is the latest EGOT winner: Who else is in the elite awards club?

EGOT WINNERS: This weekend, Steven Spielberg became just the twenty-second person to have taken home an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar and a Tony

The Independent UK

‘It’s their caution and my optimism’: Mamma Mia! producer Judy Craymer on working with Björn and Benny

The woman who talked Benny and Bjorn into putting Mamma Mia! on stage 25 years ago this weekend is still ‘having the time of her life’, with a third Abba film possibly in the works

The Guardian - UK

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Your guide to what's on this weekend in Newcastle and the Hunter

A beer festival, markets, live music, Surfest and much more.

Newcastle Herald

Gig guide: Great Southern Nights brings musical smorgasbord to town

Whitlams, Bob Evans, Cog, Cub Sport, Dan Sultan & more.

Newcastle Herald

Superstars bring songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to the Civic

Silvie Paladino and Amy Vee are part of the all-star cast.

Newcastle Herald

Who are all the EGOT winners? Elton John becomes 19th member of exclusive club after Emmys win

It has been said that winning the EGOT is the "grand slam" in American entertainment

Evening Standard

Superstars aiming to shine light on Newcastle's musical theatre talent

Superstars will feature Marina Prior and Silvie Paladino.

Newcastle Herald

Evita review – oh what a circus as musical gets bizarre update

Argentina’s Eva Perón is reimagined as a modern-day influencer in an incoherent production lacking context

The Guardian - UK

Les Dennis and Sir Tim Rice lead tributes to Edelweiss singer Vince Hill

Sir Tim hailed Hill as a ‘top ballad singer’.

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‘Edelweiss’ singer Vince Hill dies, aged 89

Tributes have come in from radio DJ Tony Blackburn and lyricist Sir Tim Rice

The Independent UK

Edelweiss singer Vince Hill dies aged 89

Tributes have come in from radio DJ Tony Blackburn and lyricist Sir Tim Rice.

The Independent UK

Who is in the Royal Box on the 11th day of Wimbledon?

The Royal Box is usually occupied by members of the royal family, celebrities and public figures

The Independent UK

Gloria Estefan, Jeff Lynne, Teddy Riley, Glen Ballard, Liz Rose heading to Songwriters Hall of Fame

Gloria Estefan, Jeff Lynne, Teddy Riley, Glen Ballard and Liz Rose are being inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame on Thursday, with Post Malone and musical theater lyricist Tim Rice also being honored

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10 metal covers of Disney songs that are actually great (no, really!)

From Korn dabbling with The Nightmare Before Christmas to death metal takes on Let It Go, here's some proof that even Disney can be metal

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: the M15 officer who risked his life to meet an IRA leader

Journalist Peter Taylor spent 20 years tracking down the man who disobeyed orders to encourage that Good Friday agreement. Plus: a night of musical hits. Here’s everything to watch this evening

The Guardian - AU

Playboy kings and gospel choirs: could my relationship survive Jesus Christ Superstar?

The 1973 film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s rock opera is a camp masterpiece. But how would it fare with someone who isn’t a musical aficionado?

Liverpool Echo

Jesus Christ Superstar to visit Liverpool Empire Theatre in huge UK tour

Tickets go on sale next week

The Independent UK

What happened to melodies in today’s movie musicals?

Movie musicals used to promise tunes for everyone forever, but is that kind of songwriting a lost art? Tim Rice and The Greatest Showman’s Greg Wells talk to Will Taylor

The Independent UK

London Library makes Helena Bonham Carter first female president

Bonham Carter, who has been a library member since 1986, said she is ‘proud to support this incredible and vital establishment’.

The Guardian - UK

From Here to Eternity review – guns n’ poses in a well-drilled musical

Tim Rice’s lyrics are the most striking aspect of a crisp production which can also feel heavy-handed

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