INTERVIEW: Jonathan Sayer Talks THE COMEDY ABOUT A BANK ROBBERY
Co-Writer and Mischief Theatre Company Director Jonathan Sayer talks about taking THE COMEDY ABOUT A BANK ROBBERY on a UK tour and how the comedy differs from previous shows Following the phenomenal sell-out success of their multi-award-winning comedy THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Mischief Theatre is back on the road with their latest smash hit, […]
Theatre Review: CILLA THE MUSICAL – The Lowry, Salford
CILLA THE MUSICAL is an entertaining tribute to the life and music of Cilla Black In many ways, it was a brave decision to bring CILLA THE MUSICAL to the stage. While Cilla’s rags-to-riches story is certainly a fascinating one, the late pop star’s back catalogue is hardly big enough to fill a two-hour jukebox […]
Film Review: YARDIE
Despite its cluttered plot and thin characterization, Idris Elba brings flair and colour to Victor Headley's eponymous cult classic YARDIE It’s fair to say Idris Elba has his fingers in many pies. Alongside his career as an actor, producer and part-time DJ, Elba now adds director to his resume with the release of his debut film […]
Circa Tsuica’s Tom Neal and Baptiste Bouquin Talk NOW OR NEVER
Circa Tsuica's Tom Neal and Baptiste Bouquin talk about their new travelling Big Top show NOW OR NEVER French circus company Circa Tsuica set up camp in The Lowry Plaza next week for a special week-long run of their new show NOW OR NEVER. Working with young musicians from the MAPAS Jazz Band, Salford, NOW […]
INTERVIEW: Matthew Warchus Talks MATILDA THE MUSICAL
Director Matthew Warchus about taking MATILDA THE MUSICAL out on tour and why the story continues to captivate audiences The multi-award-winning MATILDA THE MUSICAL finally heads to Manchester’s Palace Theatre next month for a three month run as part of a new UK tour. Inspired by Dahl’s beloved book, MATILDA THE MUSICAL tells the story […]
Film Review: THE SPY WHO DUMPED ME
Despite its likeable leads and cracking action sequences, THE SPY WHO DUMPED ME ultimately opts for style over substance Ever since James Bond first introduced himself on the big screen back in 1962, the spy spoof genre has thrived. From CASINO ROYALE (1967) to Paul Feig’s recent SPY (2015), spy spoofs continue to dominate the […]
INTERVIEW: Kara Lily Hayworth Talks CILLA THE MUSICAL
Kara Lily Hayworth talks about taking on the iconic role of Cilla Black in CILLA THE MUSICAL Following the success of the critically acclaimed ITV mini-series, CILLA THE MUSICAL finally heads to Salford’s The Lowry next week for a week-long run. Based on the life of Cilla Black, CILLA THE MUSICAL follows the extraordinary life […]
Theatre Review: CLOSETS THE MUSICAL – Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Sweet, heart-warming and fantastically camp, CLOSETS THE MUSICAL is a coming-of-age story that inspires the soul and warms the heart With musicals like PARADE, YANK! and PIPPIN all making their debuts at Hope Mill Theatre, it’s easy to understand why the team behind new original musical CLOSETS decided to open their new show in Manchester. […]
Film Review: THE LAST MOVIE STAR
THE LAST MOVIE STAR has its heart in the right place but never really finds the warmth needed to make it memorable Even if you weren’t around in the 70s or 80s, you’re sure to know the name Burt Reynolds. With box office hits like DELIVERANCE (1972), THE LONGEST YARD (1974) and SMOKEY AND THE […]
Theatre Review: MADAGASCAR THE MUSICAL - Palace Theatre, Manchester
Comical, colourful and completely charming, MADAGASCAR THE MUSICAL successfully brings the much-loved film to life on stage When Dreamworks’ animated comedy MADAGASCAR first hit cinema screens back in 2005, it took the world by storm. Generating over two billion pounds for the studio, the franchise quickly spawned multiple sequels and spin-off films, including a stage […]