Review: Around the World in 80 Days At the New Vic, Newcastle under Lyme

This is the 3rd time in four years that Theresa Heskins is director of Jules Verne's Around the World in 80 Days which has been adapted by Laura Eason. The production continues to go from strength to strength to create the king of all family shows. 

Review: Dick Whittington and the PiRats of the Caribbean at the Rugeley Rose Theatre, Rugeley

While this Pantomime by Sunshine Productions is small, it sure is mighty . It contains all the elements of a great pantomime and more besides. With its lovable characters, funny jokes and enjoyable script, it's a joy to watch.

Review: The Hired Man at the Lichfield Garrick, Lichfield

With this year being the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme and Lichfield being a stones throw away from the Pitts of Cannock Chase it's understandable why Tim Ford, Artistic Director of the Lichfield Garrick (who is also Director) chose the Hired Man as the first ever Community Musical to be staged at the Garrick.

Review: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre, London

One of the most anticipated theatrical events for many years has finally been unleashed to the world. Based moments after the Epilogue of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows it follows Harry, Ginnie, Ron, Hermione, Malfoy and Astoria's children through their journey at Hogwarts while also following the original trio's lives now and exploring the past Harry especially has had to deal with.

Review: Peter Pan in Scarlet at the New Vic Theatre, Newcastle under Lyme

One of the most famous boys in children's literature returns to his roots back on the stage. Peter Pan is still in Neverland but there is danger afoot and the Darlings, now in their adulthood, know about it through vivid dreams they have. They decide to take action and take one final visit back to the place where children never grow up.

Review: Hairspray at the Regent Theatre, Stoke on Trent

Director: Paul Kerryson Musical Director: Ben Atkinson Writer: Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan Music: Mark Shaiman Lyrics: Scott Whittman and Marc Shaiman Following on from some of the speeches at the BAFTAs it couldn't be a better time to watch Hairspray. Set in the 1960s, it tells the story of Tracy as she follows her dream of... Continue Reading →

Review: American Idiot at The Lichfield Garrick

This new production by the Lichfield Garrick's Youth Theatre has the casting and production values that could rival the professionals with their incredible talent and commitment. Theatres around the country are full of Jukebox musicals but American Idiot is something more than your normal musical. The show itself takes Musical Theatre into a new league with it's grimy and dark themes within it's narrative and it's powerful songs.

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