Reviews

  • Voices & Lyrics: Celebrating the Musicals | Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot 

    Voices & Lyrics: Celebrating the Musicals, directed by Sam Coates and hosted by James Cave, is a vibrant musical theatre performance featuring renowned songs and exceptional ensemble voices. While the… Read more

  • Come Fall in Love | Opera House, Manchester

    Thirty years after Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge took World Cinema by storm, Aditya Chopra brings his much-loved Bollywood romance to the UK stage with Come Fall in Love– a vibrant,… Read more

  • Dear England | Lowry, Salford

    James Graham’s Dear England returns, blending drama and satire to explore identity and masculinity through the lens of England’s football team. Starring Gwilym Lee as Gareth Southgate, the play addresses… Read more

  • Jock Night | Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester

    Jock Night, a two-act play by Adam Zane, transcends typical gay stereotypes, showcasing five human characters. Set against a detailed backdrop, it blends humor with significant gay community issues. While… Read more

  • Blip! | Aquarius Centre, Manchester

    A big focus of Stagey Reviews is to give a platform to not only large-scale productions with price tags to match, but also to affordable theatre. We were recently invited… Read more

  • Rocky Horror Show | Palace Theatre, Manchester

    The Rocky Horror Show, now in its 50th year, remains a vibrant yet nostalgic production directed by Christopher Luscombe. While it features star performances and classic songs like ‘Time Warp,’… Read more

  • Making It! | Royal Court, Liverpool

    Making It!, a play by Cath Rice and Stephen Fletcher, has evolved from a solo performance to a two-hander. Starring Bev (Rice) and Andrew Schofield, the show explores showbiz challenges… Read more

  • A Knight’s Tale: The Musical | Opera House, Manchester

    ‘A Knight’s Tale: The Musical’ is a bold adaptation of Brian Helgeland’s film, combining medieval themes with a playlist of pop hits and humor. The narrative centers on William Thatcher,… Read more

  • Death of a Salesman | Lowry, Salford

    Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman,” directed by Andy Arnold, struggles to fully engage audiences despite its timeless themes. While David Hayman’s portrayal of Willy Loman shines in present scenes,… Read more

  • Make Your Trip to NYC Extra Stagey

    During a recent Easter trip, Stagey Reviews explored lesser-known theatre spots in NYC. They highlighted the immersive Museum of Broadway, Ellen’s Stardust Diner with singing servers, and independent stores like… Read more