Carmel ThomasonThere 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 saying that truth is stranger than fiction was never clearer than in Linda Brogan and Polly Teale’s play, Speechless. Inspired by Marjorie Wallace’s best-selling book ‘The Silent Twins’, it tells the true story of...
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...
It’s inevitable when a show is only on for one or two nights that by the time you read the review it will have travelled elsewhere. However, when it comes to Carlos Acosta it’s safe to say that you would’ve had to get organised more than a few days...
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...