Category Palace Theatre Manchester

Theatre Review: MY FAIR LADY – Palace Theatre, Manchester

With its sumptuous lighting, innovative set and costume design and superb cast performance, the Lincoln Center’s latest revival of MY FAIR LADY is worthy of every plaudit it has received.

5 out of 5 stars

Few musicals are so ingrained in the public consciousness as MY FAIR LADY...

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Theatre Review: Agatha Christie’s THE MOUSETRAP – Opera House, Manchester

The cast of THE MOUSETRAP 70th Anniversary Tour

The cast of THE MOUSETRAP 70th Anniversary Tour. Photo Credit: Matt Crockett

Successfully blending comedy and mystery, Agatha Christie’s THE MOUSETRAP continues to entertain, thanks to its impressive set, talented cast, and skilfully written plot.

4 out of 5 stars

It’s been a big week for the creative team behind Agatha Christie’s THE MOUSETRAP...

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Theatre Review: Disney’s THE LION KING – Palace Theatre, Manchester

Filling the stage with song and spectacle, Disney’s THE LION KING is every bit as moving as the original movie.

5 out of 5 stars

Few musicals can claim to be as popular as Disney’s THE LION KING. Since it first opened on Broadway in 1997, the musical has been seen by more than 110 million people worldwide, has played in over 100 cities and is the highest-grossing Broadway production of all time...

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Theatre Review: BEAUTIFUL – Palace Theatre Manchester

Using its tapestry of greatest hits to reflect King’s changing personal circumstances, BEAUTIFUL tells the inspiring true story of Carole King’s remarkable rise to stardom.

4 out of 5 stars

If you’re a fan of musicals like JERSEY BOYS or DREAMGIRLS that give you a VH1 behind-the-scenes peek at the music world, then BEAUTIFUL, the Carole King story, is the show for you!

Returning for an extended third run at Manchester’s Palace Theatre, BEAUTIFUL takes place across the ’60s and ’70s in and around Broadway, Broo...

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Theatre Review: DREAMGIRLS – Palace Theatre, Manchester

The cast of DREAMGIRLS UK Tour 2022. Photo Credit: Matt Crockett

From its vibrant set and costume design to the stunning cast performance, DREAMGIRLS is musical theatre at its best.

5 out of 5 stars

Following a successful run in London’s West End, the dazzling multi-award-winning musical DREAMGIRLS heads to Manchester’s Palace Theatre this week for a two-week run as part of a new UK tour.

Set in 1960s America, DREAMGIRLS tells the story of three fresh-faced wannabes – Effie, Lorrell and Deena – who embark upon ...

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Theatre Review: WE WILL ROCK YOU – Palace Theatre, Manchester

The cast of WE WILL ROCK YOU UK Tour 2022.

The cast of WE WILL ROCK YOU UK Tour 2022. Photo Credit: Johan Persson

2.5 out of 5 stars

With masterpieces like We Are the Champions and Bohemian Rhapsody, a jukebox musical comprised of the music of rock legends Queen requires some true musical talent. Fortunately, the cast of We Will Rock You has musical talent in abundance – from belting Broadway voices to gritty rock vocals; all combined with live music from an amazing band that more than hold their own against these classic songs...

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THE OSMONDS: A NEW MUSICAL – Palace Theatre, Manchester

Alex Lodge and the cast of The Osmonds A New Musical.

Alex Lodge and the cast of THE OSMONDS: A NEW MUSICAL. Photo: Pamela Raith

Driven by some energetic and infectious performances, THE OSMONDS: A NEW MUSICAL gives us a glimpse into Osmond family life but barely digs beneath the surface.

3.5 out of 5 stars

With more than 100m record sales to their name and a wealth of hit songs in their back catalogue, it’s surprising that it’s taken so long for an official Osmonds musical to take to the stage… until now.

THE OSMONDS: A NEW MUSICAL tells the story of five brother...

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25 YEARS OF LORD OF THE DANCE – Palace Theatre, Manchester

Despite some odd staging choices, 25 YEARS OF LORD OF THE DANCE is a fast paced, exhilarating and spectacularly fun crowd pleaser that will entertain the whole family.

25 YEARS OF LORD OF THE DANCE UK Tour. Photo Credit: Brian Doherty

4.5 out of 5 stars

After two and a half decades of standing ovations across 70 countries, 25 YEARS OF LORD OF THE DANCE arrives at Manchester’s Palace Theatre with a bang this week.

The buzz of excitement that runs through the audience as the lights begin to dim demonstrates the c...

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Theatre Review: SISTER ACT – Palace Theatre, Manchester

The cast of SISTER ACT

The cast of SISTER ACT. Photo Credit: Manuel Harlan

Big, bold and bright, SISTER ACT plays to its strengths, making this feel-good musical worthy of its new run.

4 out of 5 stars

Following its postponed run in 2021, the eagerly anticipated brand-new production of the Broadway and UK smash hit musical SISTER ACT finally makes its premiere at Manchester’s Palace Theatre ahead of a major London run.

Based on the hit 1992 movie starring Whoopi Goldberg, SISTER ACT follows club singer Deloris Van Cartier who is pu...

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Theatre Review: ANYTHING GOES – Palace Theatre, Manchester

With its show-stopping dance routines, stunning set, and all-star cast, ANYTHING GOES makes for a delightful, delicious and ‘de-lovely’ production.

5 out of 5 stars

Following its sell-out run at the Barbican in London, Kathleen Marshall’s award-winning revival of ANYTHING GOES makes a welcome return in 2022 as it heads out on a UK tour with an all-new cast.

Based on the songs of Cole Porter, ANYTHING GOES follows the lives of various passengers abroad ocean liner SS American from New York to London...

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