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The Choir of Man – The Lowry
North West

The Choir of Man – The Lowry

Every so often, a show comes along which reminds you that theatre doesn’t need elaborate scenery, spectacular special effects or a complicated storyline to leave an audience completely captivated. Sometimes all it takes is nine incredibly talented performers, a few pints and some fantastic music. The Choir of Man, currently playing at The Lowry as part of its first UK tour, delivers exactly that; an uplifting, energetic and surprisingly moving celebration of music, friendship and the importance of having somewhere to belong. Set inside a working pub called The Jungle, the show welcomes the audience into a world where everybody knows your name, the beer flows freely and the regulars just happen to possess extraordinary musical talent. From the moment the cast take to the stage, the...
The Choir of Man – The Alexandra
West Midlands

The Choir of Man – The Alexandra

From its early days starting at the Edinburgh fringe festival, this show has grown from strength to strength with runs in the West End and now a national tour. Set in a traditional style pub that could be anywhere, Choir of Man is more about a vibe and opening your hearts and minds to the archetypal characters on stage. From the moment you walk into the auditorium, you will realise immediately this is not a traditional show. The stage is already full with cast and members of the audience having a chat and a pint. Cast are also roaming through the stalls chatting and making friends for later. You are part of the show, the characters speak directly to you and a few of the audience get involved on stage. You are introduced to each man in turn by his real name and the personality type he...