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.
The Personal Judgements Of A Few Can’t Define Good Audience Etiquette
The debate about audience etiquette seems to be the something that is regularly brought up. From standing ovations provided when others don't think they are provided, to eating snacks, with the amount of coverage it gets from our arts journalism publishers, it was only a matter of time before something drastic happened.
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.
Review: Crimes under the Sun at the Lichfield Garrick, Lichfield
Following two Christmas runs at the Lichfield Garrick New Old Friends brings their take on other Agatha Christie Classic and it's a corker!
Review: Playhouse Creatures at the New Vic, Newcastle under Lyme
2018 marks 100 years since the first women won the right to vote. Playhouse Creatures launches a season of work celebrating the anniversary and what an enriching corker it is.
The Cold Call Of Doom…A Lesson In How Not To Fundraise For An Arts Organisation
Today, was a first. I received an outsourced phone call on behalf of a theatre I won't name. It didn't go well.
Is Hamilton Really Worth The Price Of 10+ Shows?
While the reviews for Hamilton may be good, is it really worth the cost of eight to ten shows? I share my thoughts...
The Curtain Rises on The Theatre Twittic
The curtain rises on the Theatre Twittic. The place for reviews and thoughts on all things theatre when 280 characters doesn't quite hit the mark.
