Category: Musicals
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English National Ballet – Romeo & Juliet | Palace Theatre, Manchester
The English National Ballet’s revival of Rudolf Nureyev’s Romeo and Juliet captures the timeless story of young love through exquisite dance and a dramatic score by Sergei Prokofiev. First premiered in 1977, the production is noted for its lavish visuals and intricate choreography that highlights the psychological depth of Shakespeare’s…
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Sylvia | Lowry, Salford
The musical “Sylvia,” currently on its UK debut tour, explores the suffragette movement through the life of socialist Sylvia Pankhurst, emphasizing themes of love, family, and the pursuit of equality. Directed and choreographed by Kate Prince, with a dynamic score by Josh Cohen and DJ Walde, the predominantly sung-through production…
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Little Shop of Horrors | Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Hope Mill Theatre presents its annual horror musical with Howard Ashman and Alan Menken’s thrilling production, Little Shop of Horrors. Set in a rundown flower shop on Skid Row, the story follows Seymour, played by Jed Berry, who discovers a strange plant, Audrey II, that brings him fame and disastrous…
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The Silence of the Lambs | Lowry, Salford
The Lowry’s stage adaptation of The Silence of the Lambs, directed by Nikolai Foster, is an ambitious and highly accomplished production. Mollie Gallagher shines as Clarice Starling, matching wits with John Partridge’s charming yet menacing Hannibal Lecter. Their intense, psychological chemistry forms the production’s strongest weapon. While the committed ensemble…
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High Society | Lowry, Salford
High Society is a touring musical production returning to Salford’s Lowry, adapted from Philip Barry’s play and originally a 1956 film. The story follows Tracy Lord, who is navigating her upcoming wedding complicated by ex-husband Dexter Haven and a journalist, Mike Connor. Directed by Rachel Kavanaugh, Helen George portrays a…
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Jersey Boys | Palace Theatre, Manchester
“Jersey Boys” revolutionized musical theatre by centering a production around the music of a pop group, setting the standard for later jukebox musicals. Two decades later, its anniversary tour at Manchester’s Palace Theatre showcases a talented cast led by Luke Baker as Frankie Valli, whose falsetto captivates audiences. The performances…
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High School Musical | Lowry, Salford
Twenty years after its debut, the stage adaptation of High School Musical brings nostalgia to life at Lowry Theatre. This production, directed by Joseph Houston and William Whelton, effectively immerses the audience into East High with impressive set design. The central performances by Tobias Turley and Leonor Correia as Troy…
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Burlesque | Regent Theatre, Stoke-On-Trent
Burlesque the Musical has captivated theatre lovers since its World Premiere in June 2024, evolving through various creative iterations. However, the latest version, Burlesque 4.0, has faced criticism for lacking depth and coherence. While the new storyline reflects a shift from Los Angeles to New York, many elements feel poorly…
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Take Me Home County Road | Royal Court, Liverpool
Take Me Home, County Road canters into Liverpool’s Royal Court theatre and marks the writing debut of its long established on-stage talent, Adam McCoy. Shelly (Helen Carter) is a forty-something woman from County Road who has settled into a comfortable but perhaps slightly unfulfilled life with her husband Mick (Lenny…
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Fun Home | Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
The Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester hosts a touching production of “Fun Home,” the Tony Award-winning musical based on Alison Bechdel’s graphic memoir. Directed by Sarah Frankcom, the performance showcases the emotional depth of Bechdel’s story as she navigates her childhood and seeks understanding of her complex father, Bruce. Jodie…
