Carmel ThomasonJB Shorts marks its 10th anniversary with a special REloaded programme of six favourite short plays and some top name casting in Richard Hawley (Coronation Streetâs Johnny Conor), Sean Ward (Corrie’s Callum Logan), Arthur Bostrom (‘Allo...
“Of all the parts Iâve done in my career, this is probably the biggest.” Former Hollyoaks star, Chris Fountain talk to Quays Life about taking on the iconic role of Charlie Babbitt in Bill Kenwright’s touring production of Rain Man...
Following a successful run with Golem in 2015, the award-winning 1927 return to HOME as an Associate Company with another darkly comic, surreal take on the modern world. First seen in 2010, âThe Animals and Children Took to the Streetsâ still feels...
Actor David Tomlinson is recognised around the world as the classic English gent. His meeting with Walt Disney led to immortalising roles as Mr Banks in âMary Poppinsâ and Professor Emelius Browne in âBedknobs and Broomsticksâ. But for Tomlinson the...
Can two men raised to fight ever learn to love? Thatâs the question asked by Gypsy Queen, an unconventional love story between two professional boxers who find each other in the most unlikely of worlds. The play, which was nominated for two...
Itâs a rare show that mesmerises adults and children alike. And Dutch comedy troupe, SlĂ€pstick go one further, by breaking down language barriers too. Winners of the 2017 Edinburgh Spirit of the Fringe Award, SlĂ€pstick is an inventive mix of music...
Pull on your Christmas jumper and get down to Heaton Park for sleigh-bells, singing and some traditional ghostly tales. The Grade I listed Heaton Hall has been the source of many tales over the years, and this Christmas itâs being opened to the...
Prepare for flying violins and speed skating ballerinos as Netherlandsâ comics SlĂ€pstick bring their unique mix of virtuoso live music and energetic physical comedy to Home, Manchester.Winners of the 2017 Edinburgh Spirit of the Fringe Award...
Mike Lee, manager of Pier Eight restaurant at The Lowry, Salford Quays, tells us about life with his nosy Spaniel, Betty. Tell us about your dog, Betty? Betty was a birthday present from my partner, Jack. He had always had cats growing up and...
Writer, David Lane talks to Quays Life about writing for teens and his new play, Off the Grid, an immersive production which has been developed by childrenâs theatre specialists Half Moon, in partnership with young people. Tell us a little about...