Reviews

  • Mean Girls | Opera House, Manchester

    Mean Girls, the 2017 musical adaptation of one of the most quotable and iconic films of the 21st century, has opened at Manchester’s Opera House as part of its first U.K. tour, bringing enough… Read more

  • Operation Mincemeat | Lowry, Salford

    SpitLip’s “Operation Mincemeat” premieres its world tour at Lowry, Salford, showcasing a flawless blend of comedy and emotional depth within a true WWII story. Under Robert Hastie’s direction, the talented… Read more

  • Priscilla Queen of the Desert, The Musical | Palace Theatre, Manchester

    “Priscilla Queen of the Desert the Musical,” directed by Ian Talbot, is a vibrant production that polarizes audiences. While it offers escapism and entertainment through camp performances and colorful design,… Read more

  • Road | Royal Exchange, Manchester

    The Royal Exchange Theatre’s 50th anniversary is marked by the revival of “Road,” directed by Selina Cartmell. This immersive production highlights themes of community and resilience, capturing the essence of… Read more

  • Send in the Clowns: Unpopular | Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester

    Fatt Projects’ “Unpopular” returns with its unique blend of chaos and talent, showcasing drag culture through powerful vocals and humor. The show satirizes mega-musicals like “Wicked” and features engaging performances… Read more

  • The Night Larry Kramer Kissed Me | Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester

    Hive North’s latest adaptation of The Night Larry Kramer Kissed Me, directed by Adam Zane, showcases a powerful performance by Gabriel Clark in this one-man play. It explores the history… Read more

  • Barnum | Palace Theatre, Manchester

    The 2026 UK tour of “Barnum” at Manchester’s Palace Theatre showcases energetic performances but lacks dramatic depth. Despite a talented cast and impressive moments, Mark Bramble’s book limits character development.… Read more

  • The Memory of Water | Octagon, Bolton

    Shelagh Stephenson’s The Memory of Water is one of those plays that wears its intelligence lightly. First staged in the mid-1990s, it arrives at Bolton’s Octagon Theatre not as a dusty museum piece but… Read more

  • The Execution of Private Slovik | 53Two, Manchester

    Old Fruit Jar Productions’ The Execution of Private Slovik at Manchester’s 53Two is a powerful, tightly wound piece of theatre that lingers long after the stunned silence of its final… Read more

  • The Bodyguard | Palace Theatre, Manchester

    The Bodyguard musical returns to Manchester’s Palace Theatre, marking its fourth UK tour. While it attempts to honor Whitney Houston’s legacy, the production struggles with narrative depth and direction. Although… Read more

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