REVIEWS

<strong>The Mousetrap – Opera House, Manchester</strong>

At the conclusion of every performance of Agatha Christie's 'The Mousetrap, the murderer steps forward and asks the audience to…

3 years ago

<strong>Cinderella – Theatre Royal, Stratford East</strong>

The festive family shows at Stratford East have been happening for 130 years! It opened in 1884. Nine times performed,…

3 years ago

<strong>Jack and the Beanstalk – Lyric Hammersmith Theatre</strong>

Widely acknowledged as a staple part of the festive celebrations, pantomime has a long theatrical history in the UK, performed…

3 years ago

<strong>A Double Helping of Talent – Melrose Hall</strong>

Both drama and music were on the bill at Melrose Hall, Hoylake tonight, Friday 25th November. Presented by the multi-talented…

3 years ago

<strong>An Edinburgh Christmas Carol – Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh</strong>

Last performed here in 2019, the Lyceums’ Artistic Director David Greig gives this Edinburgh take on the Dickens classic a…

3 years ago

<strong>Mozart’s Requiem – Liverpool Empire</strong>

Two composers, two very different backgrounds, yet both with stories swirling with intrigue and rumour. As the Glyndebourne returns to…

3 years ago

<strong>Puccini’s Messa di Gloria – Liverpool Philharmonic Hall</strong>

I’ve often wondered what factors go into the decision of programming classical music concerts. Apart from the logistical decisions, on…

3 years ago

<strong>Henry V – Shakespeare’s Globe</strong>

When Henry IV dies, his son takes over the crown. The new king has risen to power in fragile and…

3 years ago

<strong>Elf the Musical – Dominion Theatre</strong>

Ask anyone what their favourite Christmas films are and Elf will inevitably be up there. Buoyant Will Ferrell, singing and…

3 years ago

<strong>The Snow Queen – Festival Theatre, Edinburgh</strong>

Always leave ‘em wanting more.  That seems to be the philosophy behind Scottish Ballet’s latest production, the fairly short but…

3 years ago