Tag Archives: Tim Rice

West End previews: Audience-sponsored rehearsals or public performances?

Posted on November 2, 2013 by rageoffstage

With the opening of Tim Rice’s new show ‘From Here to Eternity’, we had the rather interesting juxtaposition of Rice, outspoken as usual, criticising the practice of endless previews, whilst the producers of the show did their best to convince … Continue reading →

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Beware the false prophet: Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Superstar

Posted on July 22, 2012 by rageoffstage

There is something oddly touching about Andrew Lloyd Webbers’ move to ITV for his latest casting show Superstar.  It’s as though he’s found his spiritual home.  What a relief it must be not to have to pretend that there is … Continue reading →

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Give ’em the old razzle dazzle: Are TV casting shows here to stay?

Posted on February 15, 2012 by rageoffstage

According to Wikipedia, Noel Coward is attributed with the following quotation:  “The moment you have arrived in the profession is when you realise you don’t have to read ‘The Stage’”.  Now there’s an incentive for aspiring actors.  We can’t help … Continue reading →

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Circle of strife: Will Tim Rice veto ‘Superstar’ casting?

Posted on January 28, 2012 by rageoffstage

Tim Rice may not be listed in the recently announced ‘Stage 100’, but he is currently our hero of the week.  According to an article in the Telegraph, he has spoken out against Andrew Lloyd Webber’s plans to cast his … Continue reading →

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