REVIEWS

Kindliness – Barons Court Theatre

Set in mythical country torn apart by war, Kindliness tells the story of a man (Malcolm) who must choose between…

2 months ago

Hairspray – Hull New Theatre

Hull New Theatre was packed to the rafters on Monday evening, in anticipation of watching Hairspray - “the hilarious, joyous…

2 months ago

A Vicar of Dibley Christmas – Altrincham Garrick Playhouse

Bringing the much-loved Vicar of Dibley to life on stage is no small task. The iconic characters, rapid scene changes,…

2 months ago

Opera North: The Magic Flute – Lowry

Opera North’s English Version of Mozart’s two-act opera hints at the fantasy but lacks the magic necessary for the classic…

2 months ago

The Brenda Line – Traverse Theatre

Inspired by the lesser-known history of the Samaritans in the 1970s and ’80s, The Brenda Line is about Karen (Charlotte…

2 months ago

In the Shadow of Her Majesty – Brockley Jack Studio Theatre

In a cramped but comfortable North London council flat four female members of a family are preparing for Christmas. It…

2 months ago

An American in Paris – Royal Liverpool Philharmonic

Danny Elfman, best known for his scores to a wide range of films and, perhaps most recognizable of all, the…

2 months ago

The Scouse Red Riding Hood – Liverpool’s Royal Court

The Scouse Red Riding Hood, written by Kevin Fearon and directed by Mark Chatterton, with musical direction from Howard Gray,…

2 months ago

Club Life – Omnibus Theatre

Fred Deakin’s ‘Club Life’ is more than a show, it’s an intimate love letter to the transformative magic of club…

2 months ago

Opera North: Ruddigore – Lowry

Jo Davies’ 2010 production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s fast-paced comic opera is dusted down for a well-deserved airing by Revival…

2 months ago