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Cosmopolitan
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
This is the exact time to see Rachel Zegler's free Evita balcony performance in London
Right now there is only one thing taking over our TikTok FYP's and that is Rachel Zegler's truly breathtaking performance in Evita on the balcony of the London Palladium. But what time does she appear on the balcony? We've got all the details you need to know. ICYMI, Rachel Zegler is currently appearing in Jamie Lloyd's West End performance of Evita, the musical about Eva Perón, the second wife of Argentine president Juan Perón. The musical, which features original music by Andrew Lloyd Weber, is known for its legendary song 'Don't Cry for Me Argentina' which is traditionally performed on a balcony on stage. But unlike other versions of the stage show, this time around Zegler, who plays Evita, takes to the balcony of the actual theatre and sings the iconic song aloud to the public on the street below, while the paying audience inside watch the performance on a screen. The artistic direction has divided many fans, with some praising the decision to showcase Zegler's talent with the world and providing a free moment to Londoners, while others are criticising the moment as theatre goers who have paid up to £250 to see the performance have to watch the biggest moment of the show from a live stream. But if you haven't paid to watch the show and fancy going to see Rachel's amazing performance up close then these are all the details you need to know. The Evita revival is taking place at the London Palladium. The full address for the theatre is 8 Argyll St, London W1F 7TF and the closest tube station is Oxford Circus. The show starts at 7:30pm in the evenings and matinee performances at 2:30pm on Thursday and Saturdays. The show runs for around 2 hours and 10 minutes. 'Don't Cry for Me Argentina' is the opening song of the second act and Rachel usually appears on the balcony at around 9pm on the evening performances. However, given how many people turn up to hear her sing (around 600 on some nights) we'd recommend getting down there a bit earlier in order to nab a prime position. Rachel will be doing the full 12 week run of the show, but will not be performing on these four Mondays: Instead Bella Brown will be performing the role of Eva Perón on those dates.
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First Post
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Snow White star Rachel Zegler serenades the crowd for free in a new London production of ‘Evita'
News has spread quickly since the show began previews this week, and hundreds have gathered outside the historic venue in London's West End theaterland to enjoy the free serenade by the 'Snow White' star. read more In a new production of 'Evita,' one of the biggest moments isn't on the stage. Midway through the show, Rachel Zegler, playing Argentine first lady Eva Perón, emerges onto an exterior balcony at the London Palladium and sings 'Don't Cry for Me, Argentina,' to whoever is passing by below. The performance is streamed back on video to the audience inside. News has spread quickly since the show began previews this week, and hundreds have gathered outside the historic venue in London's West End theaterland to enjoy the free serenade by the ' Snow White ' star. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The show's composer, Andrew Lloyd Webber, said that it makes for 'an extraordinary moment' in his musical about a woman who rose from poverty to power and was adored by the masses. 'Within the theater, it's really exciting because suddenly you see her with a genuine huge crowd, which you can't do onstage,' Lloyd Webber told The Associated Press on Thursday. 'I think there will be people who are disappointed that she hasn't sung it live in the theater, but I think it's goinag to be greatly outweighed by the theatricality of using film in that way.' The decision by director Jamie Lloyd has sparked some grumbling from ticketholders who paid up to 245 pounds ($330) for a seat, only for the musical's most famous number to be sung offstage. It's a technique Lloyd has used before. He had a character in 'Sunset Boulevard' perform a song while walking down the street outside the theater, and his production of 'Romeo and Juliet' saw star Tom Holland play a key scene on the theater roof. Theater blogger Carl Woodward told the BBC that he could understand why some theatregoers who'd forked out for a ticket felt 'a bit aggrieved,' since 'a trip to the theater for some is really a once-a-year occasion.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD But Lloyd Webber cited an opinion piece in The Times of London noting that the gesture is 'kind of what Eva Perón would have wanted — that people are actually experiencing her big anthem, as it were, for free.'
Winnipeg Free Press
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Rachel Zegler serenades the crowd for free in a new London production of ‘Evita'
LONDON (AP) — In a new production of 'Evita,' one of the biggest moments isn't on the stage. Midway through the show, Rachel Zegler, playing Argentine first lady Eva Perón, emerges onto an exterior balcony at the London Palladium and sings 'Don't Cry for Me, Argentina,' to whoever is passing by below. The performance is streamed back on video to the audience inside. News has spread quickly since the show began previews this week, and hundreds have gathered outside the historic venue in London's West End theaterland to enjoy the free serenade by the 'Snow White' star. The show's composer, Andrew Lloyd Webber, said that it makes for 'an extraordinary moment' in his musical about a woman who rose from poverty to power and was adored by the masses. 'Within the theater, it's really exciting because suddenly you see her with a genuine huge crowd, which you can't do onstage,' Lloyd Webber told The Associated Press on Thursday. 'I think there will be people who are disappointed that she hasn't sung it live in the theater, but I think it's goinag to be greatly outweighed by the theatricality of using film in that way.' The decision by director Jamie Lloyd has sparked some grumbling from ticketholders who paid up to 245 pounds ($330) for a seat, only for the musical's most famous number to be sung offstage. Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. It's a technique Lloyd has used before. He had a character in 'Sunset Boulevard' perform a song while walking down the street outside the theater, and his production of 'Romeo and Juliet' saw star Tom Holland play a key scene on the theater roof. Theater blogger Carl Woodward told the BBC that he could understand why some theatregoers who'd forked out for a ticket felt 'a bit aggrieved,' since 'a trip to the theater for some is really a once-a-year occasion.' But Lloyd Webber cited an opinion piece in The Times of London noting that the gesture is 'kind of what Eva Perón would have wanted — that people are actually experiencing her big anthem, as it were, for free.' ___ Lizzie Knight contributed to this report.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rachel Zegler kicks off the popular musical ‘Evita' and presents a powerful performance of ‘Don't Cry For Me Argentina' – criticised for performing on the outside balcony
Famed actress , who is well known for her roles in the live adaptation of 'Snow White' and her appearance in 'The Hunger Games', just took a new step in the world of theatre. Already well known for her live performances, the actress kicked off her play 'Evita' in the West End revival at the London Palladium. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Zegler returns to the stage with 'Evita' Rachel Zegler recently featured in and kicked off her play 'Evita' with a powerful bang in London last week! Drawing hundreds of spectators and selling out shows, Zegler has taken on the role of the lead in the musical Eva Perón. This is the 23-year-old's second professional production on the theatrical stage and is going to be running live for a limited 12-week run. The musical is set to run until September this year. Rachel was criticised for her performance on the outside balcony while paying attendees watched it on a live stream During the show, Rachel Zegler was heavily criticised for delivering her number 'Don't Cry For Me Argentina' from the outside balcony for the crowd gathered around the theatre. Instead, the paying theatre goers had to watch the live stream to catch a glimpse of the actress's powerful performance. As videos from the night went viral online, many sectors of the public shared their mixed reactions on their accounts. Some called the actress out for performing for free, while the ones who paid had to witness the performance through a lousy screen, while others loved the innovative idea and praised the actress for performing for the crowd gathered outside. One person shared a lengthy comment while praising her, saying, 'Absolutely stunning idea and a beautiful symbol – while the rich sit inside the theatre watching from the screen, Evita is outside on the balcony of the theatre addressing all those who can't afford to go to the theatre and/or are living on the streets of London.' Another expressed a bit of disdain over the event, sharing that 'I'm excited to see her, but not sure how I feel about paying that much to watch the most iconic moment on a screen.' Another continued, stating, 'Sorry, are you saying I've paid that much for 2 tickets, and she's singing the biggest number outside at people who haven't paid?'
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The exact time to get a free performance from huge Hollywood star on London street EVERY night this summer
Plus, Sun Travel reveals the best attractions around London - including musicals SINGING STAR The exact time to get a free performance from huge Hollywood star on London street EVERY night this summer Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THERE'S a place in London where you can catch a performance of a Hollywood A-Lister belting out one of the most well-known songs in musical theatre. Every night during Evita, leading actress Rachel Zegler heads out onto the London Palladium balcony and you don't have to pay a penny to watch her sing. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Rachel Zegler will take to the balcony every night to perform Credit: The Mega Agency 5 The performance has drawn in huge crowds since its debut Credit: The Mega Agency The West End performance of Evita is in the London Palladium Theatre from now until September 6, 2025. Rachel Zegler, the Hollywood actress who recently starred in the live action Snow White, plays protagonist Eva Perón. Every evening, Rachel will go out onto the London Palladium balcony to perform Don't Cry for Me Argentina on a balcony outside on Argyll Street. And passersby can enjoy the performance for free as she emerges from the theatre at around 9.05PM. Rachel made her Evita debut on Saturday, June 14 and has pulled in huge crowds so far. With word continuing to spread about the event, it'll surely become more and more packed. There are barriers to stop people getting too close to the front of the theatre. And Argyll Street is also fairly narrow, so if you want to secure a good view, we'd advise to get there early. She is playing former First Lady of Argentina Eva Peron in the show, which debuted in 1978 and was written by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Following the announcement earlier this year, Rachel said: "Evita has been such an important musical to me since I was a little girl, when my dad and I would sing Don't Cry for Me Argentina together on my back patio." WATCH The Trailer For West Side Story 5 Watch Rachel every night at around 9.05PM Credit: The Mega Agency 5 There are blockades to stop people getting too close Credit: Splash With Rachel going outside for the hit number, those who have paid for tickets inside the London Palladium watch through live video link projected onto a massive screen. As for getting tickets inside, these are from as little as £20. But looking at the seating plan, these are standing spots behind the stalls. Affordable seated tickets start at £29.50 for views from the Grand Circle. The most expensive tickets are as much as £245 for seats central to the stage. Rachel is no stranger to musical theatre and starred in Stephen Spielberg's Oscar-winning adaptation of West Side Story in 2021. Here are more of Sun Travel's favourite London attractions - including musical performances. And Sun Travel's thoughts on the new UK theatre show 'Sabrage' that received an ovation from the A-List crowd.
