Carmel ThomasonHaving a Hollywood actor in the starring role is always going to be a crowd puller, especially when he’s young and attractive like Zach Braff. Yet it is heart-warming to see that Braff isn’t taking anything for granted, and the effort is...
There are many musicals based on one artist’s collection, but it is rare to have that artist starring in the show. It is a tribute to David Essex’s genuine support of the show that, after an initial regional tour prior to a six month...
The music of the late 1950s and early 1960s has come to hold a nostalgic innocence, even for those, like myself, who weren’t around to enjoy it at the time. Many of the hits from that era have proved to be timeless classics, and continue to...
The basement of Joshua Brooks pub on Princess Street is once again home to JB Shorts. Now in its sixth season, the evening retains its winning formula of six short plays by top TV writers from Coronation Street, Emmerdale and East Enders. This time...
Candoco Dance Company celebrates 20 ground breaking years with a triple bill anniversary performance premiered at The Lowry. As a fully integrated company of disabled and non-disabled dancers, Candoco has always challenged an art which by convention...
One of the most appealing aspects of the 24:7 theatre festival is the unexpected nature of what you are about to see. But, when it’s a new play by Matthew Dunster, it’s probably a given that you will be in for a crackling ride. Dunster, who is an...