Theatre Review: HERE & NOW - THE STEPS MUSICAL - Opera House, Manchester
Packed with humour, heart, HERE & NOW – THE STEPS MUSICAL is a lively, nostalgic jukebox show that will delight long-time Steps fans and win over newcomers. With a career spanning 25 years, over 22 million records sold, and one of pop’s strongest back catalogues, it’s surprising it has taken two decades for a musical […]
Theatre Interview: Rebecca Lock, Jacqui Dubois, Blake Patrick Anderson, Rosie Singha and River Medway Talk HERE & NOW – THE STEPS MUSICAL
Joyful, diverse, and emotional theatrical, the cast of HERE & NOW - THE STEPS MUSICAL promise audiences an uplifting night of music and escapism. Returning to the HERE & NOW musical for the UK and Ireland tour, Rebecca Lock promises that audiences are in for a theatrical treat. "They can expect a rollercoaster of emotion," […]
Theatre Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL - Palace Theatre, Manchester
With its spectacular set design, powerful performances, and high-energy choreography, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is a visually stunning celebration of truth, beauty, freedom, and love. Following its hit run on Broadway and in London’s West End, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL finally heads to Manchester’s Palace Theatre, in a dazzling spectacle, romance, and high drama. Set […]
Brit Fest 2025 - Ashley Hall Showground, Altrincham
Brit Fest made a triumphant return for a weekend of music, magic, and memorable moments Brit Fest made a triumphant return to Ashley Hall Showground in Altrincham this past weekend, welcoming over 30,000 excited festivalgoers to its 100-acre site. With music, food, fun, and a dash of British weather, it was a four-day celebration that […]
The 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make Watching Films in Bed and How to Avoid Them
From poor posture to misusing pillows and messy snacking, we offer practical tips to help improve comfort, avoid pain, and enhance the home cinema experience. There’s something comforting about turning your bedroom into your own personal cinema. No need for overpriced popcorn or the quiet fury of someone kicking the back of your seat. Just […]
Theatre Review: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT - Opera House, Manchester
With stunning performances, dazzling visuals, and timeless songs, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT remains a crowd-pleaser for all ages. The smash-hit London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT makes a welcome return to Manchester this week as part of its UK tour. Originally written as […]
Theatre Review: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS – The Lowry, Salford
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 […]
Theatre Review: DISNEY'S ALADDIN - Palace Theatre, Manchester
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 […]
Theatre Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR - The Lowry, Salford
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 […]
Theatre Review: KAY MELLOR'S THE SYNDICATE – The Lowry, Salford
Kay Mellor's final stage play, THE SYNDICATE, is a well-executed adaptation with strong performances and plenty of Northern humour. Following the success of her other stage adaptations, BAND OF GOLD and FAT FRIENDS, Kay Mellor's final stage play, THE SYNDICATE, makes its world premiere at Salford's The Lowry this week as part of a new […]