Roll up, roll up there's a new show in town. The New Vic celebrates 250 years of the circus by telling the tale of the creator of the modern circus, Phillip Astley. Astley was born in Newcastle under Lyme and so it's very apt that this corker of a play gets its world premiere here.
Review: Ladies’ Day at the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
A truly local production for local people.
Review: Guy : A New Musical at the Blue Orange Theatre, Birmingham
Grindr is as well known to members of the LGBT+ community as Miss Vanjie (who happens to be referenced) and Meryl Streep. Guy A New Musical is therefore not the first and it's certainly not going to be the last musical to be inspired by the app.
Review: Macbeth at Stafford Castle
Macbeth, known as the Scottish play is being performed in many places across the country but none like this.
The Value for Money Rating
The value for money rating.
Ghost the Musical returns…but can it save its social media profile?
Bill Kenwright Productions announces a new UK Tour but it has a lot of making up to do.
Review: Shrek the Musical at the Regent Theatre, Stoke on Trent
Back on a UK Tour is a musical adaption of Dreamworks animation Shrek. A firm family favourite that is almost certain to draw a packed theatre and that is certainly true for press night at the Regent Theatre. With clever puppetry and funny characters, there is much to like about this production but there are areas that could develop to make it stand out.
A Trip to the Commons: My First Experience of On Stage Seating
When looking for seats to see James Graham's This House I was surprised to see on stage seats available. They were the cheapest seats available and the experience was one of a kind.
Review: Holes at the Nottingham Playhouse
It's a 'hole' lot of fun and adventure
Review: Matilda the Musical at the Leicester Curve
While it still remains in London, the Royal Shakespeare Company launches a UK Tour of their smash hit musical Matilda in Leicester and it's revoltingly good.
