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Tribute act RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC return to the stage to pay homage to Fleetwood Mac's iconic album RUMOURS

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac

Tribute act RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC return to the stage to pay homage to Fleetwood Mac’s iconic album RUMOURS

Its been over 40 years since Fleetwood Mac released their award-winning album RUMOURS. In celebration, tribute act RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC head out on tour to take a journey through the band’s history, touching on the rocky roads that led them up to recording the iconic album. 

From the opening number, it is easy to see why RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC is endorsed by Mick Fleetwood himse...

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Theatre Review: SPRING AWAKENING – Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester

Nikita Johal, Darragh Cowley & Company of SPRING AWAKENING

Nikita Johal, Darragh Cowley & Company of SPRING AWAKENING. Photo: Scott Rylander

SPRING AWAKENING is a spectacular, poignant piece full of emotion and hope despite its dark nature

Hope Mill Theatre takes on it’s seventh in-house musical since opening in 2016 and SPRING AWAKENING is a spectacular, poignant piece that doesn’t shy away from it’s talking points. 

Based on the 1891 play of the same name, SPRING AWAKENING tells the story of a group of young teens navigating through puberty and ...

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The Cast of SPRING AWAKENING Talk About Bringing The Iconic Musical to Manchester's Hope Mill Theatre

Darragh Cowley and the cast of SPRING AWAKENING

The cast of SPRING AWAKENING talk to Frankly My Dear UK about taking on the iconic musical

Spring Awakening is the seventh in-house musical at Hope Mill Theatre since it’s opening in 2016. The show has music by Duncan Sheik and a book and lyrics by Steven Sater, utilising a contemporary rock sound to tell the story of sexual and adolescent discovery amongst sheltered teens in late 19th century Germany...

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Theatre Review: ART – The Lowry, Salford

Nigel Havers, Denis Lawson and Stephen Tompkinson in ART

Nigel Havers, Denis Lawson and Stephen Tompkinson in ART. Photo Credit: Jon Swannell

Comedic and thought-provoking, ART is a dazzling study of friendship, prejudice and tolerance

It’s easy to see why ART has become an international phenomenon. Currently on tour in the UK starring Stephen Tompkinson, Nigel Havers and Denis Lawson, this fantastic and innovative comedy is a dazzling study of friendship, prejudice and tolerance. No wonder it has won so many awards. 

ART centres around three f...

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Lee Mead Review: Lee Mead offers something for everyone in his TEN YEARS: THE ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Lee Mead Ten Years The Anniversary Tour

Weaving songs from musical theatre with stories from his ten-year career, Lee Mead offers something for everyone in TEN YEARS: THE ANNIVERSARY TOUR

It’s been ten years since Lee Mead won the reality TV show ANY DREAM WILL DO and to celebrate, he treats us all to a set containing many songs from his career and a few stories to go with them.

Not only does Mead remind us all why he won the show whenever he sings but we are also reminded of how he won over the public...

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Comedy Review: Ed Byrne SPOILER ALERT – The Lowry, Salford

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Ed Bryne brings his usual energy and sharp wit to the stage in his new show SPOILER ALERT

MOCK THE WEEK star Ed Byrne brings his latest tour to The Lowry, providing a lighthearted, enjoyable night for all.

The show’s title, SPOILER ALERT, is a reference to how spoiled he believes his two sons are. He recites anecdotes that any parent can relate to, detailing how they have so much more than he had as a child...

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DANCING BEAR Review at Palace Theatre, Manchester

The cast of DANCING BEAR. Photo Credit: Matt Tullett

The cast of DANCING BEAR. Photo Credit: Matt Tullett

Straddling the line between sombre and lighthearted, DANCING BEAR is a powerful and intimate piece

“Life is too serious to be taken seriously.” You might expect more comedy from a play that apparently takes this approach but aside from a few humorous lines, this show is anything but comedic...

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Theatre Review: FROM IBIZA TO THE NORFOLK BROADS – The Lowry, Salford

FROM IBIZA TO THE NORFOLK BROADS

Harrowing and emotional, FROM IBIZA TO THE NORFOLK BROADS offers an insightful look into how our idols shape and guide our lives

Dark and unsettling at times, FROM IBIZA TO THE NORFOLK BROADS tells the story of Martin, an eighteen year old boy who attempts to reconnect with his estranged father through the music and life of David Bowie. However, this is by no means a tribute to Bowie, but is instead an insightful look into how our idols guide us and shape our lives.

Those inevitable Bowie fa...

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