Category: Regional
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REVIEW: Pride and Prejudice* (*Sort of) – Theatre Royal – Nottingham
“Pride and Prejudice* (Sort of)” is a breath of fresh air at the Nottingham Theatre Royal, offering a bold and cheeky twist on Jane Austen’s timeless romance. Direct from its acclaimed West End run, this production won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, and it’s easy to see why. Blending Austen’s original wit with…
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REVIEW: Birdsong – Theatre Royal – Nottingham
Adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and directed by Alastair Whatley, this latest staging boasts some powerful performances, but it struggles under the weight of a plot that meanders, dragging the show to a lengthy three-hour runtime.
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REVIEW: Hairspray – Lyceum Theatre – Sheffield
The highly anticipated 2024/25 UK and Ireland tour of Hairspray is now touring to Sheffield’s Lyceum Theatre, this vibrant production remains a joyous celebration of Tracy Turnblad’s journey through ambition, love, and social change. The tour promises a fresh yet faithful rendition of this beloved musical, with a talented mix of seasoned performers and new…
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REVIEW: Becoming Nancy – The Rep – Birmingham
Becoming Nancy, which has had its UK premiere at Birmingham Rep, is a musical adaptation of Terry Ronald’s novel, directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell. Becoming Nancy follows the story of David Starr, a talented sixth-former in 1979 East Dulwich who is unexpectedly cast as Nancy in his school’s production of Oliver!. The unconventional casting…
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REVIEW: Come from Away – Theatre Royal – Nottingham
At its core, Come From Away is a musical that celebrates the resilience, kindness, and compassion of humanity. Set in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks, it tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 air passengers who were unexpectedly grounded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, and the locals who opened their homes…
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REVIEW: Heathers the Musical – Lyceum Theatre – Sheffield
Heathers the Musical is a contemporary rock musical that follows the story of Veronica Sawyer, a high schooler who yearns to fit in but becomes entangled in a deadly scheme with her rebellious boyfriend, JD, and the notorious clique of mean girls known as the Heathers. This darkly comedic musical explores themes of teenage angst,…
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REVIEW: Four Felons and a Funeral – Birmingham Hippodrome – Birmingham
Commencing its first UK tour, Four Felons and a Funeral has opened at Birmingham Hippodrome. Following the road trip of four dysfunctional friends who steal their friend’s ashes, Four Felons and a Funeral is beautifully written new musical which has heart, comedy and queerness by the bucketloads. Exploring grief, loss, love and identity, this 75-minute…
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REVIEW: A Doll’s House – The Crucible – Sheffield
The new production of A Doll’s House at Sheffield Theatres, adapted by Chris Bush and directed by Elin Schofield, is a masterclass in modernized Ibsen. Combining a meticulously honed script, powerful performances, and impeccable direction, it successfully brings Henrik Ibsen’s 19th-century masterpiece into the present, making it feel both timely and timeless. Chiara Stephenson’s set…
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REVIEW: Now That’s What I Call a Musical – Theatre Royal – Nottingham
Now That’s What I Call a Musical has arrived at Nottingham as part of its debut UK tour. Capitalising on the recent trend of 80s nostalgia on stage, this new jukebox musical features many well-known hits from the 80s in a new story about friendship, family and growing up. Now That’s What I Call a…
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REVIEW: Sister Act – Theatre Royal – Nottingham
Sister Act at the Nottingham Theatre Royal delivers an evening brimming with vibrant energy and standout performances that make for an unforgettable experience. The stage adaptation of the beloved 1992 film shines thanks to its incredibly talented cast, who inject charisma and heart into every scene. From the excellent characterisation of the lead actors to…