Anna X – The Lyric Theatre, The Lowry Writer: Joseph Charlton Director: Daniel Raggett. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviewer: Matthew Forrest It would be fair to say that over the last 18 months most Instagram accounts have, for obvious reasons, showed a different slice of life from what was probably intended: gone were the snaps of flash parties, … Continue reading Anna X – The Lyric. 12.8.21-14.8.21
Theatre
The Strange Tale of Charlie Chaplin and Stan Laurel
The Strange Tale of Charlie Chaplin and Stan Laurel: The Unity Theatre, Liverpool Writer: Paul Hunter Director: Paul Hunter Reviewer: Matthew Forrest 4 Stars. Depeche Mode once informed us that we should Enjoy the Silence: sound advice for the modern age and a rather accurate summary of the Told by an Idiot theatre company’s production: … Continue reading The Strange Tale of Charlie Chaplin and Stan Laurel
The Woman in Black – nationwide tour
Writer: Susan Hill Adaptation: Stephen Mallatratt Director: Robin Herford 3 ½ stars The desire to be scared out of our wits shows no sign of waning. Last year saw the first national tour of a theatrical adaptation of The Exorcist, and this year the hit play Ghost Stories is on tour. As well as being … Continue reading The Woman in Black – nationwide tour
Q&A with Jeremy Dyson for Ghost Stories UK
There is something a little strange, a little spooky hitting theatres across the UK this year. Something that will expose your biggest fears and fill your every thought with dread and terror! Don’t worry - it’s not Brexit : The Musical; it is Ghost Stories! From the twisted minds of the show’s creators, actor/writer … Continue reading Q&A with Jeremy Dyson for Ghost Stories UK
Murder Ballads. 31.10.19
Murder Ballads, Waterside Arts Centre. Writer: Gerry Smyth Director: Ellie Hurt Adapted from the Murder Ballads by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. Reviewed on behalf of The Reviews Hub 4 stars After a very successful run at this year's Edinburgh Fringe, Sale hosts Murder Ballads, rather appropriately, on All Hallows Eve. According to one internet … Continue reading Murder Ballads. 31.10.19
Curtains 9.10.19
Curtains – The Palace Theatre Music: John Kander Lyrics: Fred Ebb Book: Rupert Holmes Director: Paul Foster Originally reviewed on behalf of Opening Night. We’ve all heard of opening night disasters when it comes to the theatre, from forgotten lines to sickly cast members, I’m sure actors and directors will have their fair share of … Continue reading Curtains 9.10.19
Adrena, Adrena and The Others
Adrena, Adrena, and the Others – The Lowry Quays Theatre. Adrena, Adrena: Daisy Dickinson and E-da Kazuhisa The Others: Samuel Kerridge, Taylor Burch, and Daisy Dickinson Reviewed 29th September on behalf of Reviews Hub Reviewer: Matthew Forrest 3 stars Two elements of early cinema were on display at the Quays Theatre this evening: the first … Continue reading Adrena, Adrena and The Others
Under Three Moons. 26.9.19
Under Three Moons – The Studio, The Lowry Director: Adam Quayle Writer: Daniel Kanaber 5 stars! Theatre company Box of Tricks have earned quite the reputation for putting on productions with a heartbeat and, more importantly, a soul. Real stories about real people, which seem to tap into our conscience. New Production from writer Daniel … Continue reading Under Three Moons. 26.9.19
Beryl – Octagon theatre, Bolton 24.9.19
Beryl – Bolton Library and Museum (Octagon Theatre Bolton) Writer: Maxine Peake Director: Kimberley Sykes Reviewed on behalf of Opening Night The sport of cycling is currently in the midst of a golden age here in the UK. Through their exploits at the Olympics and the Tour du France, cyclists such as Sir Chris Hoy, … Continue reading Beryl – Octagon theatre, Bolton 24.9.19
Motown the musical 19.9.19
Motown: The Musical – Empire Theatre, Liverpool Book: Berry Gordy Music and Lyrics: The Legendary Motown Catalogue Director: Charles Randolph-Wright Musical Supervision & Arrangements: Ethan Popp. Originally reviewed on behalf of Reviews Hub If you can cherry pick from a back catalogue of one of the most successful record labels in popular music, a label … Continue reading Motown the musical 19.9.19
Culture Vulture Reviews 