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Flippin The Script

Talawa Theatre presents a series of play readings showcasing the best in Black British writing. Featuring The Only Way by Olu Alakija, Jun 28, and Brixton Rock by Alex Wheatle, Jul 20.

The Young Vic, 66 The Cut, Waterloo, London SE1 (020 7922 2922). £6/£8 advance.

Hair

The popular yet controversial play returns to London’s West End for an eagerly anticipated run.

Gielgud Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1 (0844 482 5130). £17.50/£65.

Sucker Punch

Set in the sweaty, blood-stained arena of the boxing ring, Roy William’s new play places two friends – black British champion Leon and American fighting star Troy – in gladiatorial opposition. As they look back on their past and re-evaluate their present, has it all been worth it?

Royal Court Theatre, Sloane Square, London SW1W (020 7565 5000). June 11 –24. £12/£25 concessions available.

CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF

Tennessee Williams’ Pulitzer Prize-winning play runs in the West End with a star-studded cast, including James Earl Jones, Phylicia Rashad, Sanaa Lathan and Adrian Lester. Directed by Debbie Allen.

Novello Theatre, Aldwych, London (0844 482 5170). £49.50, £40, £30, £20, £10.

Six Degrees of Separation

John Guare’s award-winning play, inspired by the story of a flamboyant con artist who claimed to be the son of Sidney Poitier.

Old Vic, 103 The Cut, Waterloo Rd, London SE1 (0870 060 6628). £15-£44.50.

THRILLER LIVE

Thriller Live is a spectacular, high-octane show celebrating the career of the world’s undisputed King of Pop – Michael Jackson – and the Jackson 5.

The Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1. 8pm. £78. www.the-lyric-theatre.co.uk

SISTER ACT

Musical based on the hit movie.

The London Palladium, Argyll Street, London W1 (0844 412 2704), 7pm. £17.50/£60.

AVENUE Q

Adult puppet-based musical with music and lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx, story by Jeff Whitty.

Noel Coward Theatre, St Martin’s Lane, London WC2 (0844 412 5141 / 0844 847 1545). 7pm. £20/£50.

HAIRSPRAY

Award-winning musical version of the 1988 John Waters film.

Shaftesbury Theatre, 210 Shaftesbury Avenue, London WC2 (020 7379 5399). 7pm, £60.

STOMP

Percussive dance show performed by a UK rhythm dance troupe.

New Ambassadors Theatre, West Street, London WC2 (0870 060 6627). 7pm. £47.50.

Published: 21 June 2010
Issue: 1428

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