Theatre Review: BY THE WATERS OF LIVERPOOL - Waterside Arts, Sale
Blending comedy and pathos in equal measure, BY THE WATERS OF LIVERPOOL brings Helen Forrester’s autobiographical tale to life on stage. Adapting a much-loved book, or series of books, is always a difficult proposition, but in BY THE WATERS OF LIVERPOOL, Rob Fennah has pulled off an excellent job of taking Helen Forrester’s autobiographical tale […]
Theatre Review: ANNIE – Opera House, Manchester
Aided by its colourful set, inspired choreography and incredible cast performance, ANNIE stands the test of time. Slowly approaching its 50th year onstage after opening in New York in 1977, the beloved ANNIE returns to Manchester's Opera House every bit as bright and joyful as ever. Written by Thomas Meehan and featuring classic songs TOMORROW […]
Theatre Review: THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY - Waterside Arts, Sale
THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY is not a tribute or a pastiche, but a loving homage to the music we all know and love. Say the names Simon and Garfunkel to anyone and they will instantly have a place, a time and at least half a dozen song titles immediately in their head. Along with […]
Theatre Review: GREAT EXPECTATIONS – Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Driven by its immersive set and impressive cast performances, Tanika Gupta's adaptation of GREAT EXPECTATIONS delivers a fresh perspective on the classic novel. Tanika Gupta's adaptation of Charles Dickens’ GREAT EXPECTATIONS makes its third outing at Manchester’s Royal Exchange Theatre, following its debut in Watford a decade ago and a 2017 stint in Chicago. Directed […]
Theatre Review: Jesus Christ Superstar - Palace Theatre, Manchester
Timothy Sheader's bold reinterpretation of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR provides the perfect platform for rock-star extravagance. Timothy Sheader's fresh take on JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, which initially gained acclaim at Regent Park Open Air Theatre, finally embarks on a UK tour, opening at Manchester's Palace Theatre this week. The sung-through rock opera, originally released as a concept […]
Theatre Review: EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE – The Lowry, Salford
EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE is the definition of a musical that will leave you feeling ‘bloody good’ at the end. It’s true; everybody is talking about Jamie… they’re talking about how fabulously talented this new cast is as it hits The Lowry’s stage. Based on the true story of Jamie New, “the boy who learned […]
Theatre Review: LIZZIE THE MUSICAL - Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Driven by its blistering score, simple set design and powerhouse lead performances, LIZZIE THE MUSICAL is a night at the theatre to die for! The tale of Lizzie Borden is the stuff of American legend. Accused of brutally murdering her father and stepmother with an axe in the late summer of 1892, Borden’s trial became […]