Name: Hello, Dolly!
Start: 2024-07-06
End: 2024-09-14
Location: London Palladium

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Ages 4+. No under 4s admitted. Booster seats are not permitted on the Royal Circle and Grand Circle levels for health and safety reasons.

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Imelda Staunton will be back where she belongs in Hello, Dolly! next summer, as one of the most iconic musicals of all time comes to The London Palladium.

Born in London in 1956, Imelda Staunton&nbsp;trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, where she trained alongside Juliet Stevenson, Alan Rickman and Timothy Spall and graduated in 1976.

She started her London theatre career at the National Theatre in The Beggar’s Opera, receiving&nbsp;an Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical.&nbsp;She then appeared in the National Theatre’s production of Guys and Dolls in the same year, later reprising the role in 1995, alongside <a href="/actor-profile/sharon-d-clarke">Sharon D. Clarke</a>,&nbsp;where she was also nominated for an Olivier Award.&nbsp;She won her first Laurence Olivier Award in 1985 for her performances in The Corn is Green and A Chorus of Disapproval,&nbsp;later starring as Dorothy&nbsp;in The Wizard of Oz&nbsp;and Into the Woods&nbsp;as the Baker's Wife, earning her an Olivier for best actress in a musical.

Further notable works include her role as Sonya in Uncle Vanya at the <a href="/theatres/vaudeville-theatre">Vaudeville Theatre</a>, Kath in&nbsp;<a href="/reviews/entertaining-mr-sloane-trafalgar-studios-2009">Entertaining Mr Sloane</a>&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="/theatres/trafalgar-studio-one">Trafalgar Studios</a>&nbsp;and Good People.&nbsp;Staunton has become a tour-de-force of musical theatre. She is the current record-holder for the most Olivier Awards in a Best Actress in a Musical category, winning Olivier Awards for her performances as Mrs. Lovett in&nbsp;Sweeney Todd&nbsp;at the <a href="/theatres/adelphi-theatre">Adelphi Theatre</a> and Mama Rose in Gypsy&nbsp;at the <a href="/theatres/savoy-theatre">Savoy Theatre</a>.

In 2017, Staunton starred in two revivals, playing Martha in&nbsp;Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?at the <a href="/theatres/harold-pinter-theatre">Harold Pinter Theatre</a> and Sally Plummer in the National Theatre's revival of&nbsp;Follies. For Follies, Staunton received her eighth Best Actress in a Musical nomination.

Away from the West End,&nbsp;Staunton has starred on the silver screen, notably winning a BAFTA award for Best Actress in a Leading Role in&nbsp;Vera Drake&nbsp;and starring as Dolores Umbridge in the Harry Potter film series.&nbsp;

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Stephen Sondheim and James Goldman's 1971 Broadway musical yields new emotions, textures and terrors with each repeated viewing or production. Nostalgia, as the old saying goes, isn't what it used to be. But <a href="/show/follies">Follies</a> is a show about the perils of living in the past that comes alive in the present, and reminds us - like Samuel Beckett's great work of existential terror Waiting for Godot or Chekhov's Uncle Vanya - that we have to simply face the cold light of reality and carry on. Yes, the show is really that great; like those plays, it is a defining masterpiece in modern theatre.Each production adds its own layer of nostalgia to the ones that have come before; and in this case, of a cast that came before when this one was first premiered at <a href="/theatres/national-theatre">National</a> in 2017. That has already created its own ghosts and shadows, as we now remember actors who've now left the show -&nbsp;most notably, Imelda Staunton and Philip Quast, who previously played Sally and Ben, a couple who once courted each other but married Buddy and Phyllis respectively instead -&nbsp;and enjoy their successors.Joanna Riding -&nbsp;herself a veteran of this <a href="/theatres/olivier-theatre-national">Olivier</a> stage, where she previously starred in Carousel, Sondheim's A Little Night Music and Guys and Dolls in the 1990s (the latter alongside Staunton) -&nbsp;has less nervous energy but a more wide-eyed sense of the grasping need at trying, and failing, one last time to get what she always thought she wanted, namely Ben. She doesn't seem quite as unhinged - but she's also terrifying and terrific.Alexander Hanson is more emotionally muted than Quast; that's partly because he has less natural charisma. He's punching above his weight to secure the attentions of either Phyllis (who he actually married) or Sally, but it&nbsp;shifts the focus onto them: what need is he answering in them?Janie Dee, remaining as Phyllis, now reveals more thrilling shades of her brittle, bitter persona underneath the extraordinary glamour she exudes; there's real anger - and defiance - in her rendition of the showstopping "Could I Leave You?" in which she calculates and itemises her own dissatisfaction with her marriage.And Peter Forbes, returning as Buddy, is also utterly wonderful as he loyally sticks with a wife who loves someone else, and made his own accommodations with his sense of misery.A Chekhovian pallor of lives not lived hangs over all four principals - and it is heartbreakingly contrasted with versions of their younger selves, thirty years earlier, who watch and observe what they've become (a stunning quartet of young performers Ian McIntosh, Christine Tucker, Harry Hepple and Gemma Sutton). That constant pull between the past and present defines both James Goldman's wonderful impressionistic book and Dominic Cooke's haunting production, with its sets by Vicki Mortimer, lighting by Paule Constable and above all pitch-perfect period choreography by Bill Deamer.There's so much to relish in this production that I could name every single actor, but I'll stop at one more newcomer to the 2018 cast, Claire Moore who is absolutely miraculous as Hattie Walker. She sings "Broadway Baby", one of the show's most famous songs, as if her life depended on it. It's the distillation of a performer's one-time yearning for the bright lights of Broadway, sung from the reality of what her life has come; and it sums up perfectly the show's overwhelming and powerful contrast between past and present.<a href="/show/follies">Follie</a><a href="/show/follies">s</a> is, and remains, simply phenomenal.<a href="/show/follies">Follies</a>&nbsp;is at the <a href="/theatres/national-theatre">National Theatre</a> until 11th May.Photo credit: Johan Persson

Review - Follies returns to the National Theatre starring Joanna Riding and Janie Dee

The Olivier Theatre, sitting delightfully at the heart of London, is one of the largest public stages in the United Kingdom. Named after the celebrated British actor, Laurence Olivier, this grand venue is housed within the iconic National Theatre complex on the South Bank of the Thames. The theatre promises a unique experience with its open stage and fan-shaped auditorium, inspired by the ancient Greek theatre at Epidaurus. With an impressive seating capacity of about 1,150 spectators, it regularly hosts a diverse range of productions, from timeless classics to innovative contemporary performances.
**How to Get There**
The Olivier Theatre is highly accessible. It is located at South Bank, London SE1 9PX. If you're using public transit, getting off at the Waterloo Station is the best option. It's just a 5-minute walk from there to the theatre. Alternatively, Blackfriars and Westminster stations are located within walking distance too. For those considering driving, parking facilities can be found at the nearby Upper Ground Car Park. The theatre also provides excellent facilities for bicyclists, with several bicycle parking bays available around the building. Respecting the environment while attending the theatre is encouraged.

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The Harold Pinter Theatre, established and adorned with Victorian architecture in 1881, is one of the most notable theatre venues in the heart of London. Originally known as the Royal Comedy Theatre, it later adopted the name of 'Harold Pinter', honouring the famous playwright. The theatre is situated conveniently in the centre of the bustling West End, an ideal location for tourists and locals alike. The interior is decorated with an impressive array of original features aligned with its historical era of inception, creating an aesthetically pleasing atmosphere for theatre-goers. The theatre has an audience capacity of 796 people across four levels, with the seats divided into Stalls, Dress Circle, Royal Circle and Balcony. Over time, it has been home to many outstanding performances, including shows like 'The Homecoming', 'Moonlight', and 'Betrayal'. The Harold Pinter Theatre undoubtedly offers a memorable and culturally enriching experience for all those who visit.

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Harold Pinter Theatre is accessible and well-connected, located at Panton Street in the City of Westminster. The closest Underground stations are Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square, both within a short 5-minute walk. Numerous buses service the area regularly, making it straightforward to reach using public transport. For those driving, the MasterPark at Whitcomb Street and NCP at Denman Street are the nearest parking options.

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The Harold Pinter Theatre is a historic venue in London's West End, known for hosting many notable performances. Convenient and easily accessible by public transit.

The London Palladium is one of the most famous and prestigious theatres in the heart of London. Steeped in history, the venue first opened its doors in 1910 and has since welcomed millions of visitors. Boasting a grand architecture with a capacity of over 2,200 people, it has played host to a range of world-class performances, ranging from theatrical productions to musical concerts, ballets, and even popular TV shows, such as the 'Sunday Night at the London Palladium'. The interior of the theatre is known for its ornate design, featuring a beautiful proscenium arch and stunning ceiling décor. The venue also offers a glamourous and sophisticated atmosphere, perfect for a night out in the city. Notable past performers at the London Palladium include Sir Bruce Forsyth, Bing Crosby, and Sir Elton John.

 **How to Get to the London Palladium:**

The London Palladium is conveniently located in the West End of London. The closest tube station is Oxford Circus, which is only a short walk away from the venue. Oxford Circus station is served by the Bakerloo, Central, and Victoria lines. Alternatively, the theatre can also be reached by several bus routes that stop near Argyll Street. If you are traveling by car, the nearest car park is the Q-Park in Cavendish Square.

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Born in London in 1956, Imelda Staunton trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, where she trained alongside Juliet Stevenson, Alan Rickman and Timothy Spall and graduated in 1976.

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The auditorium has three levels – Stalls, Royal Circle and Upper Circle. In the Stalls, the view of the stage is slightly obscured by the overhang of the Royal Circle from Row S onwards, and the seats further back do suffer from a slightly lower ceiling. The seats are raked from Row D of the Stalls.

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