Theatre Reviews

Review: Nantwich Players new season starts with Talking Heads

Review: Nantwich Players new season starts with Talking Heads

By Claire Faulkner
Nantwich Players new season starts with the well-known and loved ‘Talking Heads’ monologues by Alan Bennett.

The Players are performing six plays spread over the next two weeks.

September 6, 2016
Review: Jekyll and Hyde at Crewe Lyceum

Review: Jekyll and Hyde at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
If you’re a fan of gothic horror, and like a bit of darkness in your theatre, then you’ll enjoy ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ at Crewe Lyceum.

Adapted from the original by Robert Louis Stevenson, and directed by Nicholas Briggs, this production has everything you want from a Victorian classic.

June 14, 2016
Review: Curtain Call’s “Sister Act” at Crewe Lyceum

Review: Curtain Call’s “Sister Act” at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Curtain Call Productions brings ‘Sister Act’, a fun-filled hit musical to The Lyceum this week.

Based on the well-known film of the same name, ‘Sister Act’ tells the story of ‘Deloris Van Cartier’, who after witnessing a murder goes into hiding in a convent.

May 12, 2016
Review: Nantwich Players and ‘The God of Carnage’

Review: Nantwich Players and ‘The God of Carnage’

By Claire Faulkner
Tickets are still available for Nantwich Players latest production ‘The God of Carnage’.

Written by Yasmina Reza and directed by Simon Porter, this comedy tells the story of two couples who meet to discuss the behaviour of their children following a fight in a local park.

May 7, 2016
Review: South West Cheshire Scouts “Crewe Gang Show”

Review: South West Cheshire Scouts “Crewe Gang Show”

By Claire Faulkner
South West Cheshire Scouts have been riding along on the crest of a wave producing theatre for 78 years.

This year, The Crewe Gang Show at The Lyceum had the traditional variety show feel.

May 1, 2016
Review: The 39 Steps, at Crewe Lyceum

Review: The 39 Steps, at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Theatre goers are in for a treat at The Lyceum in Crewe watching the production “The 39 Steps”.

The show has arrived in South Cheshire this week as part of its national tour direct from London’s West End.

April 13, 2016
Review: Crewe Amateur Musical Society’s ‘Oliver’ at Lyceum

Review: Crewe Amateur Musical Society’s ‘Oliver’ at Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
The young stars of Crewe Amateur Musical Society hit the stage at The Lyceum this week for the opening night of ‘Oliver’.

The well-known and well-loved story of a young runaway who falls in with a gang of thieves and pick pockets.

April 9, 2016
Review: Blood Brothers at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

Review: Blood Brothers at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

By Claire Faulkner
Willy Russell’s ‘Blood Brothers’ opened to a packed Lyceum theatre on Tuesday night.

Directed by Bob Thomson and Bill Kenwright, ‘Blood Brothers’ tells the story of twins separated at birth but destined to stay together.

March 16, 2016
Review: Nantwich Players and Roald Dahl’s “The Witches”

Review: Nantwich Players and Roald Dahl’s “The Witches”

By Claire Faulkner
Who doesn’t love the stories of Roald Dahl?

His stories and poetry are magical, full of weird and wonderful characters which appeal to both children and adults alike.

March 16, 2016
Review: Playhouse Creatures, by Nantwich Players

Review: Playhouse Creatures, by Nantwich Players

By Claire Faulkner
One of the reasons I enjoy going to the Players Theatre is the varied selection of plays the company puts on each season.

I’ll admit I had never heard of their latest production ‘Playhouse Creatures’ – so I wasn’t sure what to expect.

February 7, 2016
Panto and Plays Society thrills audiences in Crewe

Panto and Plays Society thrills audiences in Crewe

By Jonathan White
A “Jack and the Beanstalk” performance by The Andrews Panto & Plays Society (TAPPS) has helped to raise money for St Andrew’s Church restoration fund.

The performance, held at St Andrew’s Church Hall in Crewe, also helped funds for Cancer Research UK.

January 25, 2016
Review: “Dial M for Murder” shows at Crewe Lyceum

Review: “Dial M for Murder” shows at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
One of the UK’s best theatre companies, Talking Scarlet is back at Crewe Lyceum this week with a classic crime thriller.

Written by Frederick Knott and directed by Patric Kearns, ‘Dial M for Murder’ has everything you might want for a terrific night out at the theatre.

January 21, 2016
Review: “It’s a Wonderful Life” at Crewe Lyceum

Review: “It’s a Wonderful Life” at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Most people will be familiar with the 1946 Frank Capra film ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’.

And I’ll admit that it is probably one of my favourite Christmas films of all time.

December 4, 2015