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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Birmingham Royal Ballet dancers Miki Mizutani and César Morales talk about their lead roles in THE SLEEPING BEAUTY

Miki Mizutani and César Morales rehearse THE SLEEPING BEAUTY. Photo: Gabriel Anderson

Miki Mizutani and César Morales rehearse THE SLEEPING BEAUTY. Photo: Gabriel Anderson

Miki Mizutani and César Morales talk about their lead roles as Princess Aurora and Prince Florimund in Birmingham Royal Ballet’s THE SLEEPING BEAUTY

Birmingham Royal Ballet make a welcome return to Salford’s The Lowry next week with their critically acclaimed production of THE SLEEPING BEAUTY.

Based on the famous fairytale, THE SLEEPING BEAUTY tells the story of a beautiful princess who falls into a deep, e...

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Theatre Review: THRILLER LIVE – Palace Theatre, Manchester

Loud and lively, THRILLER LIVE is an electrifying visual and audio journey through Michael Jackson’s 45 year musical history

This review was originally written for The Reviews Hub

Seen by over four million people in over 30 countries, it’s fair to say that THRILLER LIVE is a crowd-pleaser. Now in its record-breaking ninth year in London’s West End, the musical extravaganza continues to draw big crowds and – much like Michael Jackson’s legacy – is showing no signs of slowing down.

Celebr...

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Birmingham Royal Ballet's THE SLEEPING BEAUTY: The Facts and Figures

Backstage of Birmingham Royal Ballet Sleeping Beauty

Birmingham Royal Ballet return to The Lowry with THE SLEEPING BEAUTY and the biggest wardrobe in ballet

THE SLEEPING BEAUTY is one of the grandest ballets ever created, with a classical score by Tchaikovsky and original choreography by Marius Petipa...

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Deborah McAndrew talks about her adaption of HARD TIMES and the importance of arts in education

Deborah McAndrew

Deborah McAndrew talks to Frankly My Dear UK about HARD TIMES and the importance of arts in education

Deborah McAndrew’s new adaption of Charles Dickens’ HARD TIMES heads to The Lowry next month as part of a four month long UK tour.

The famous Northern novel of repression and longing has been adapted for stage by McAndrew, who is best known as CORONATION STREET’s Angie Freeman in the 1990s.

“I’ve known this book for a long time” explains McAndrew in an exclusive interview with Donn...

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Roald Dahl's classic story GEORGE'S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE is brought to life in new 'phizz-whizzing' stage production

Preston Nyman as George in GEORGE'S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE. Photo Credit Manuel Harlan

Preston Nyman as George in GEORGE’S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE. Photo Credit: Manuel Harlan

Roald Dahl’s classic story GEORGE’S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE is brought to life on stage in this ‘phizz-whizzing’ production

Roald Dahl, a name that goes hand in hand with children’s fiction, is one of the most creative story-tellers of time...

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THE RAT PACK - LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS Review: Tribute show is given a new lease of life with the introduction of Ella Fitzgerald

Garrett Phillips as Frank Sinatra in THE RAT PACK - LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS. Photo: Betty Zapata

Garrett Phillips as Frank Sinatra in THE RAT PACK – LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS. Photo: Betty Zapata

THE RAT PACK – LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS style-over-substance formula entertains but ultimately leaves you wanting more

Few tribute acts can boast the longevity or the popularity of THE RAT PACK. Since its West End premiere back in 2003, the musical production has enjoyed several return engagements, earning an Olivier Award nomination along the way...

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INTERVIEW: Garrett Phillips, Nigel Casey and David Hayes talk THE RAT PACK – LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS 

Garrett Phillips as Frank Sinatra in THE RAT PACK - LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS. Photo: Betty Zapata

Garrett Phillips as Frank Sinatra in THE RAT PACK – LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS. Photo: Betty Zapata

Garrett Phillips, Nigel Casey and David Hayes talk about their roles in THE RAT PACK – LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS

THE RAT PACK is back in town and this time, they are bringing Ella Fitzgerald!

Based on a concept by Mitch Sebastian, THE RAT PACK LIVE – LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS takes audience back in time to the glamorous, golden era of 1950s...

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INTERVIEW: Nicola Emmanuel on taking on Ella Fitzgerald in THE RAT PACK – LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS

Nicola Emmanuelle as Ella Fitzgerald in THE RAT PACK - LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS. Photo: Betty Zapata

Nicola Emmanuelle as Ella Fitzgerald in THE RAT PACK – LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS. Photo: Betty Zapata

Nicola Emmanuel talks about taking on the iconic role of Ella Fitzgerald in THE RAT PACK – LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS

When THE RAT PACK made its West End premiere back in 2003, it took the theatre world by storm. 15 years later, the musical extravaganza is showing no signs of slowing down as THE RAT PACK – LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS heads out on a UK tour.

Based on a concept by Mitch Sebastian, THE RAT PACK LIV...

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THE ALMIGHTY SOMETIMES Review: Kendall Feaver's striking debut balances humour with emotional acuity

Julie Hesmondhalgh and Norah Lopez Holden in THE ALMIGHTY SOMETIMES. Photo: Manuel Harlan

Julie Hesmondhalgh and Norah Lopez Holden in THE ALMIGHTY SOMETIMES. Photo: Manuel Harlan

Powerful and thought-provoking, THE ALMIGHTY SOMETIMES is an impressive and striking debut by Kendall Feaver

It’s hard to believe that THE ALMIGHTY SOMETIMES is Kendall Feaver’s debut play. With its carefully crafted narrative, vividly drawn characters and emotional poignancy, this powerful and thought-provoking piece boasts the maturity of an established and experienced writer...

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