Dean John-Wilson announces solo show

West End actor Dean John-Wilson will play a solo show at the Pheasantry in Chelsea on Sunday 28th August 2016.

John-Wilson will perform his "favourite repertoire from musical theatre and beyond". He will perform alongside his Aladdin co-star Stephen Rahman-Hughes with additional guests to be announced.

John-Wilson is currently starring as the title role in the West End premiere of Disney's Aladdin at the Prince Edward Theatre. He recently originated the role of Joey Lubowitz in Miss Atomic Bomb at the St James Theatre.

Kerry Ellis returning to the Pheasantry in August

It has been announced that Kerry Ellis will return to the Pheasantry in Chelsea this summer for a three-day residency.

Entitled The Story So Far, Ellis will tell stories and perform songs from her life and career so far. Ellis, who is known as the First Lady of the West End, is expected to perform alongside some surprise guests. 

Ellis recently toured Italy and East Europe alongside Queen's Brian May with their One Voice show ahead of the release of their upcoming album Anthems II. The duo recently released a new single entitled 'Roll With You'. 

Review: Emma Hatton Live at The Pheasantry

Emma Hatton Live 
The Pheasantry
Reviewed on Sunday 1st May 2016
★★★★★

On her day off from playing the most demanding female role in the West End, last night Emma Hatton showed off a whole different side to her talents at the Pheasantry. The show was constructed around singer-songwriters that have heavily influenced her over the years; she put her own spin on everything and had clearly put the set list together carefully because nothing felt out of place.

Review: Closer Than Ever at the Pheasantry

Closer Than Ever
The Pheasantry
Reviewed on Monday 25th April 2016
★★★

With it's wistful score, the melodious Closer Than Ever is a song cycle that sings achingly about the struggles of accepting adulthood. The characters we meet are in their 30s, desperately torn between the eternal abandon of youth, and the fast encroaching confinement of, responsibility, family and unease that comes with middle age. They are thrust in front of us, reflecting on past flings, second marriages and exercise fads. 

Big Interview: Nicholas Corre

Nicholas Corre is currently starring in Maltby & Shire's revue Closer Than Ever at The Pheasantry between 25th and 27th April 2016. 

Premiering in Massachusetts in 1989, Closer Than Ever soon opened off-Broadway where it played for 300 performances. It returned to New York off-Broadway in 2012 and last played London in 2014 at the Jermyn Street Theatre.

Nicholas recently starred as Harold in the first London revival of Bar Mitzvah Boy (Upstairs at the Gatehouse/Radlett Centre). His theatre credits also include The Book of Mormon (West End) and the UK premiere of Dogfight (Southwark Playhouse).

During a break from rehearsals, I recently spoke to Nicholas about anyone being able to relate to Closer Than Ever, the audience response to Bar Mitzvah Boy and what made going into The Book of Mormon so nerve-wracking. We also discussed his mum’s distinct laugh, dream roles and much more…

What were your first impressions when you heard about this production of Closer Than Ever?

I hadn’t heard of the show, but obviously I’m familiar with the writers Maltby and Shire. I frantically searched around on the internet, but there’s isn’t really anything apart from one cast recording from the 90s and a list of the songs on Wikipedia. I was going in blind! I’d worked with our MD Nick (Barstow) before, and thought it sounded like a really fun opportunity to get involved in something new and so different to what I’ve done before.

Review: Kerry Ellis Live at The Pheasantry

Kerry Ellis Live 

The Pheasantry

Reviewed on Thursday 3rd September 2015

★★★★★

This week sees West End icon Kerry Ellis return to The Pheasantry on the King's Road in Chelsea for her fifth residency. Performing a variety of old favourites mixed with a few surprises, Ellis - who is currently seven months pregnant with her second child – was on top form and meant serious business. 

Oliver Tompsett & Debbie Kurup to star in The World Goes Round

Oliver Tompsett and Debbie Kurup will star in a revival of The World Goes Round: The Songs of Kander & Ebb.

Produced by Speckulation, the show will play for four performances between 5th and 8th July 2015 at the Pheasantry in Chelsea. Kander and Ebb are best known for writing musicals such as Cabaret, Chicago, Fosse and The Scottsboro Boys.

Review: Keith Jack 'A Little Bit More of Me' at the Pheasantry

Keith Jack - A Little Bit More of Me
The Pheasantry
Reviewed on Sunday 24th May 2015
★★★★

Following the release of his latest studio album, last Sunday Keith Jack brought his solo show ‘A Little Bit More of Me’ to the Pheasantry in Chelsea. Staying true to his theatrical roots whilst guiding us through his past and throwing in one or two surprises, the carefully constructed set list worked a treat.

Review: Daniel Koek Live at The Pheasantry

Daniel Koek Live 

The Pheasantry

Reviewed on Thursday 5th March 2015

★★★★

Following the release of his solo album High, last week West End actor Daniel Koek took to the stage at The Pheasantry to celebrate his next chapter as well as his theatrical career. Nothing beats hearing such a powerful voice in such an intimate venue; Koek found the right balance between formal and informal, hosting a relaxing evening of musical pleasure.

Review: Kerry Ellis Live at the Pheasantry

Kerry Ellis Live 
The Pheasantry
Reviewed on Saturday 24th January 2015
★★★★★

Last week Kerry Ellis - the first lady of the West End - played three sold out shows at the Pheasantry in Chelsea, marking her return to the venue. The intimate space paved way for a chilled evening of immense variety. Those familiar with Ellis' work will know she isn't just a stereotypical musical theatre performer; she has a strong musical identity and is able to make absolutely any song of any style her own - something which is easier said than done.

Nadim Naaman to play The Pheasantry

Following a sell-out launch gig for his debut album We All Want The Same last September, West End performer Nadim Naaman will play another solo gig at the The Pheasantry on Sunday (30th March 2014).

Nadim will once again be accompanied by his 5-piece live band and led by music producer and MD Joe Davison. The evening will feature special guest appearances from fellow West End stars Will Barratt (Jersey Boys) and Siubhan Harrison (From Here To Eternity). Nadim will be supported with a set from cross-over jazz singer-songwriter Nazneen whose debut album will be released in July. 

Nadim said: "I will be playing songs from my album and sharing some of my influences and favourite tracks that inspired my own writing. I’m delighted to have fantastic guests and support. Pizza, wine and live music – it’s my perfect evening!"

Jenny Gayner for cabaret at The Pheasantry

On Saturday 28th September 2013, West End star Jenny Gayner will star in a one-woman cabaret show at The Pheasantry in Chelsea. 

The show is described as "an uplifting musical evening filled with stories most of us can relate to." The evening will be injected with humorous and moving songs, from contemporary musicals to pop ballads, with special guests and accompanied by the talented Colin Billing and band.

Back to the Musicals series presents A Merry Little Christmas at The Pheasantry

Following four critically acclaimed shows since its launch earlier this year, the Back to the Musicals series returns to The Pheasantry in Chelsea on Sunday 9th December 2012, with A Merry Little Christmas, a celebration of festive music from the world of theatre and film. 

Back to the Musicals: A Merry Little Christmas will feature songs from classic shows such as Mame and White Christmas, modern material from Songs for a New World and Elf, and music from films such as Home Alone, Alan Menken’s A Christmas Carol and Polar Express. 

Back to the Musicals: A Merry Little Christmas profiles the songs we associate with Christmas, the films that define the holiday season, and the musicals that remind us what Christmas really means. In keeping with the Back to the Musicals format, material from the 1940s to the present day will be performed with a festive spin and a dash of seasonal magic.

Edward Reid to perform at The Pheasantry later this month

For one night only on November 23rd, Aria Entertainment presents Edward Reid: Living The Dream One Song At A Time at the intimate cabaret venue The Pheasantry on King’s Road in Chelsea. The show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets for the show cost £20 or £16 for concessions. Booking is open now.

Yesterday at the prestigious Usher Hall in Edinburgh at the 2012 Radio Forth Awards, Edward Reid scooped the prize for 'Best Fringe Show', for his production Edward Reid: Living the Dream One Song At A Time. Receiving his award from The X-Factor’s Amila Lily in front of a rapterous crowd.

Teaming up with producer Katy Lipson, director Vik Sivalingam and musical arranger Eamonn O’Dwyer, Edward Reid: Living The Dream One Step At A Time is as unique as the man himself, giving you an honest portrayal of the man behind the nursery rhymes and a frank insight into the past 35 years; from his upbringing in Glasgow, his time on Britain’s Got Talent and a look into the future…filled with song, and laughter, this is Edward Reid like you have never seen before.