Reviews

  • The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe | Lowry, Salford

    Playing at Lowry until Sunday 11th January, further information and booking details can be found here. Tickets kindly gifted from the theatre. Read more

  • Sleep Can Wait! | Unity Theatre, Liverpool

    “Sleep Can Wait!” at Liverpool’s Unity Theatre is a whimsical, family-friendly production directed by Elinor Randle. It features engaging performances by young actors and a vibrant backdrop of innovative design.… Read more

  • Unfortunate | Lowry, Salford

    Unfortunate, a musical parody of Ursula from Disney’s The Little Mermaid, received critical acclaim post-Edinburgh Fringe. With vibrant characters, sharp wit, and catchy tunes, it combines nostalgia and modern cheekiness.… Read more

  • Robin Hood | Opera House, Manchester

    Panto season is back at Opera House Manchester- Oh, yes it is! This year, Robin Hood takes to the stage, but does it score the bullseye? Or does it close… Read more

  • Singin’ in the Rain | Royal Exchange, Manchester

    Singin’ in the Rain splashes onto the stage at Royal Exchange Theatre Manchester with charm, nostalgia and a palpable fizz of energy. This revival leans confidently into the classic MGM-era… Read more

  • Stocking Fillers | Royal Court, Liverpool

    Christmas at the Royal Court Studio features the annual Stocking Fillers showcase, presenting seven short plays by emerging writers. The performances blend humor and melancholy, showcasing a talented cast that… Read more

  • Tina the Musical – Palace Theatre, Manchester

    The jukebox musical “Tina” delivers a compelling portrayal of Tina Turner’s life, expertly crafted by Katori Hall and directed by Phyllida Lloyd. Jochebel Ohene MacCarthy embodies Turner with emotional depth,… Read more

  • Top Hat | Opera House, Manchester

    The Chichester Festival Theatre’s revival of Top Hat celebrates its 1935 origins with Art Deco style and Irving Berlin’s timeless music. Despite its polished staging, the production struggles with choreography… Read more

  • Blood Brothers | Lowry, Salford

    “Willy Russell’s Blood Brothers” is a powerful narrative set in Liverpool that explores the conflict of nature versus nurture through the lives of twin brothers separated at birth. This emotionally-charged… Read more

  • The Talented Mr. Ripley | Lowry, Salford

    Patricia Highsmith’s Tom Ripley franchise, notably adapted into the 1999 film and the 2024 Netflix series, celebrates its 70th anniversary with Mark Leipacher’s new stage production. The Talented Mr. Ripley… Read more

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