Reviews

  • Miss Saigon | Palace Theatre, Manchester

    The UK tour of Miss Saigon at Manchester Palace Theatre showcases the timeless drama and stunning score by Claude-Michel Schönberg, directed by Jean-Pierre van der Spuy. This production retells the… Read more

  • The Scouse Christmas Carol | Royal Court, Liverpool

    The Royal Court’s reputation for Scouserfying a classic tale for their annual Christmas show precedes them, and this year’s outing of an adapted A Christmas Carol is no different. On paper, you… Read more

  • It’s a Wonderful Life | Royal Court, Liverpool

    Old Fruit Jar Productions has revived its successful adaptation of “It’s a Wonderful Life” at Liverpool’s Royal Court, featuring a fresh cast. Directed by Alex King and written by Mary… Read more

  • Fawlty Towers – The Play | Opera House, Manchester

    Fawlty Towers has been adapted for the stage with John Cleese’s approval, combining three classic episodes into a two-hour farce under Caroline Jay Ranger’s direction. Following a successful West End… Read more

  • Slava’s Snowshow | Opera House, Manchester

    Slava’s Snowshow, which premiered in 1993, aims to evoke childhood dreams and provide an escape from adult life. Directed by Viktor Kramer and Slava Polunin, the production elicits polarized reactions… Read more

  • Fiddler on the Roof | Palace Theatre, Manchester

    The latest UK tour of Fiddler on the Roof revitalizes the beloved musical with a fresh adaptation from Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. Set in Anatevka, the narrative follows Tevye,… Read more

  • Sunny Afternoon | Palace Theatre, Manchester

    Sunny Afternoon, opening at Manchester’s Palace Theatre, is an Olivier Award-winning musical portraying the journey of The Kinks from humble beginnings to fame in the 1960s. Directed by Edward Hall,… Read more

  • Young Frankenstein | Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester

    Hope Mill Theatre celebrated its 10-year Anniversary with an exuberant production of Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein, a musical adaptation of the 1974 comedy. The story follows Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (Ore… Read more

  • Lost Atoms | Playhouse, Liverpool

    For its 30th anniversary, Frantic Assembly partners with acclaimed playwright Anna Jordan to present “Lost Atoms,” a memory play exploring the complex relationship of Robbie and Jess. Directed by Scott… Read more

  • Snake in the Grass | Octagon Theatre, Bolton

    Alan Ayckbourn’s “Snake in the Grass” captivates audiences at the Octagon Theatre in Bolton with its blend of psychological tension and dark humor. Directed by Francesca Goodridge, the play delves… Read more

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