The cast of MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS. Photo Credit: Manuel Harlan

Cleverly staged, Lucy Bailey’s new touring production of MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS offers a thrilling and sumptuous evening of mystery and intrigue.

After directing productions of WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION and AND THEN THERE WERE NONE, Lucy Bailey goes for the Agatha Christie hat trick with a new touring production of MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS.

Set in Winter 1934, MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS follows Christie’s belov...

This touring adaptation of MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS successfully captures the essence of Christie’s classic, thanks to strong performances, a creative set design, and well-placed humour.

Since its publication in 1934, Agatha Christie’s MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS has been subject to many adaptations, from film to television and, of course, many theatre productions...

The cast of 101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL. Photo Credit: Phil Tragen

Featuring inventive puppetry and strong vocal performances, 101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL is a family-friendly adaptation that remains mostly faithful to the classic story.

The classic canine caper, 101 Dalmatians, is another in a line of classic, animated films to make the jump from screen to stage, with 101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL wagging its way to Manchester’s Palace Theatre on the latest leg of a nationwide tour.

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Thanks to its dynamic pacing and stellar performances, Emily Bronte’s WUTHERING HEIGHTS is given a chilling, gothic and immersive retelling by Midnight Circle Productions.

Emily Bronte’s gripping drama, WUTHERING HEIGHTS, undergoes a chilling gothic retelling set against the backdrop of London’s Stephens House & Gardens.

This powerful, dramatic, and subtly immersive play effectively draws on the psychological elements of the story...

The cast of LIFE OF PI UK Tour. Photo Credit: Johan Persson

Showcasing exceptional puppetry and stagecraft, LIFE OF PI transports audiences from the vibrant markets of India to the tumultuous Pacific Ocean.

From book to film to stage, LIFE OF PI follows the path many novels take, becoming adapted for live audiences in unique and inspiring ways in which no other medium could be.

LIFE OF PI is certainly a novel that might induce many questions as to how this could be portrayed live, but the magic...

The cast of BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL. Photo Credit: Johan Persson

With outstanding performances, superb orchestration, and stunning visuals, BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL is a must-see production that perfectly captures the essence of live theatre.

Another world premiere launches from our great city of Manchester: this time, “it’s Burlesque”.
There are truly no words to describe how phenomenal this new musical is, but here goes…

The 2010 movie musical burst onto screens with an all-star cast incl...

The cast of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST. Photo Credit: Johan Persson

With outstanding performances and contemporary touches, Josh Roche’s reimagined version of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST brings Oscar Wilde’s classic humour and themes of self-identity to a 21st-century audience.

Oscar Wilde’s classic play, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, receives a dazzling makeover for a 21st-century audience.

The well-known story of self-identity and quick humour follows the lives of the rich and t...

The cast of 2:22. A GHOST STORY. Photo Credit: Johan Persson

Exploring themes of love, loss, and truth, 2:22 A GHOST STORY is an engaging and atmospheric play featuring strong performances and a skillfully crafted set that evokes tension and suspense.

A tale of the supernatural has to be regarded closely and treated with care. Too much fear and the work becomes a caricature; too little, and there is no bite...

Yeukayi Ushe and Ensemble in DISNEY’S ALADDIN. Photo Credit: Deen Van Meer.

With its captivating performances, stunning set designs, and beautiful score, Disney’s ALADDIN offers a dazzling and magical theatrical experience on its first UK and Ireland tour.

After ten years on Broadway and the West End, Disney’s hit musical ALADDIN finally heads to Manchester’s Palace Theatre for its first UK and Ireland tour.

Based on the 1992 animated film, ALADDIN tells the story of a lovable street urchin d...

With standout performances and impressive choreography, Timothy Sheader’s 2024 reimagining of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is a dark, symbol-rich, and emotionally intense production.

Following its opening at Manchester’s Palace Theatre last year, Timothy Sheader’s bold reinterpretation of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has finally arrived at Salford’s The Lowry as part of its UK tour.

First staged on Broadway in 1971, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR explores the final weeks of Jesus Christ’s life...