Category Theatre

The cast of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST. Photo Credit: The Other Richard

Alastair Whatley’s revival of THE IMPORTANCE BEING EARNEST is wonderfully witty and deliciously decadent

Oscar Wilde’s THE IMPORTANCE BEING EARNEST makes a welcome return to Manchester society this week as a new revival by The Original Theatre Company heads to Manchester’s Opera House for a week-long run.

Written by Wilde in 1894, THE IMPORTANCE BEING EARNEST tells the story of two bachelors, Jack and Algernon wh...

The East Coast Boys authentically recreate the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons in BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY

This review was originally posted on The Reviews Hub. 

Since bursting onto the scene back in 2008, BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY has gained itself a reputation as being one of the best Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons tribute acts around...

The cast of Matthew Bourne’s CINDERELLA. Photo Credit: Johan Persson

CINDERELLA is transported to 1940’s Britain in Sir Matthew Bourne’s unique and fitting tribute to this classic fairy tale

Using a score by Sergei Prokofiev originally penned during World War II as inspiration, Sir Matthew Bourne transports CINDERELLA to the nostalgic era of 1940’s Britain in a unique and fitting tribute to this classic fairy tale.

Set against the backdrop of a war-torn London, the performance begins w...

Manchester’s Palace Theatre is well and truly alive with THE SOUND OF MUSIC

Whether you’re familiar with the original Broadway musical or the classic 1965 film starring Julie Andrews, THE SOUND OF MUSIC remains a timeless classic. Now in its 59th year, the musical continues to enchant audiences across the world, with the latest touring production once again cementing its place in our popular culture.

Based on the real-life story of the von Trapp family, THE SOUND OF MUSIC tells the story of...

Bold, brave and anarchic, SHE BANGS THE DRUMS is provocative piece which explores Manchester’s rich and radical past as a centre of protest

Manchester is known for many things – music, football and modern computer science to name but a few – but this behind great city is also a rich history of protest, something which Contact Young Company hope to highlight in their new theatre piece SHE BANGS THE DRUMS.

Devised following extensive research at the People’s History Museum, SHE BANGS THE DRUMS...

Howard Chadwick and Andrew Price in Northern Broadsides adaption of HARD TIMES. Photo: Nobby Clark

The warmth and camaraderie of the circus becomes the antidote to the cold, unfeeling world of Coketown in Northern Broadsides adaption of Charles Dickens’ HARD TIMES

With a title like HARD TIMES, it’s easy to mistake Charles Dickens’ novel of repression and longing as being a bit grim but behind this sweeping tale of supressed love, seduction and social mores is a story full of colour, life and m...

Moscow City Ballet capture the ethereal beauty and drama of Tchaikovsky’s much loved ballet SWAN LAKE

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It’s hard to believe that the original 1877 production of Tchaikovsky’s SWAN LAKE was considered a failure. Today, SWAN LAKE is one of the most famous and popular classical ballets of all time, with Moscow City Ballet billing it as one of their signature pieces.

SWAN LAKE tells the bewitching and ultimately tragic story of Prince Si...

Birmingham Royal Ballet once again captivate with their detailed revival of THE SLEEPING BEAUTY

When Sir Peter Wright’s production of THE SLEEPING BEAUTY for Birmingham Royal Ballet first hit the stage in 1984, it was acclaimed as one of the best in the world. 34 years later, the opulent ballet continues to captivate audiences worldwide, remaining a cornerstone of the repertory.

Based on the classic fairy tale, THE SLEEPING BEAUTY tells the story of the beautiful Princess Aurora who falls in...

Rafaela Carrasco brings the art of Flamenco to the stage in a breath-taking and memorising performance

Whether you’re in the smokey atmosphere of an old taverna or back room of a bodega, the Art of Flamenco can leave you mesmerised.

In Rafaela Carrasco‘s piece, the sound of a scorched, voiced singer combined with the passionate tones of the flamenco guitar, accompany this solo dancer.

This dance is a unique art form, native to the Andalucian region of Southern Spain and may have been influ...

Samara Downs as Carabosse in Birmingham Royal Ballet’s THE SLEEPING BEAUTY. Photo: Ty Singleton

Birmingham Royal Ballet principal dancer Samara Downs talks about her contrasting lead roles in THE SLEEPING BEAUTY

Birmingham Royal Ballet bring their critically acclaimed production of THE SLEEPING BEAUTY to Salford’s The Lowry this week for a four night run.

Based on the popular fairytale, THE SLEEPING BEAUTY tells the story of a beautiful princess falls into a deep, enchanted sleep at the curse ...