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Nantwich Players to launch 2019-20 season with Steel Magnolias

Nantwich Players to launch 2019-20 season with Steel Magnolias

Nantwich Players will open their 2019/20 season with Robert Harling’s comedy-drama Steel Magnolias from September 6-14.

The story is set in Chinquapin Louisiana and focuses on the camaraderie of six Southern women.

July 29, 2019
Review: The Ladykillers, by Nantwich Players

Review: The Ladykillers, by Nantwich Players

By Claire Faulkner
The Ladykillers, written by Graham Linehan and directed by Don Hirst, is the latest production from the Nantwich Players.

Based on the Ealing comedy film from 1955, the show tells the story of a sweet and eccentric little old lady who innocently rents her spare room to group of criminals planning a robbery.

July 6, 2019
Nantwich Players unveil final show of the season, The Ladykillers

Nantwich Players unveil final show of the season, The Ladykillers

Nantwich players final play of the current season will be an adaption of The Ladykillers, the group says.

The unforgettable Ealing comic thriller first appeared in local cinemas with legendary stars such as Alec Guinness, Jack Warner and Peter Sellers, and Frankie Howard had a part as a barrow boy.

June 6, 2019
Very Best in Stand Up final show of season at Nantwich Civic

Very Best in Stand Up final show of season at Nantwich Civic

“The Very Best In Stand Up” returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on June 7 with another top line-up for the final show of the season.

The first act of the evening is Junior Simpson, a circuit favourite.

June 1, 2019
‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on Friday May 3 with another top bill of comedy.

The first act of the evening is Dave Johns, one of the most respected and best loved stand up comics working on the British comedy circuit.

April 29, 2019
Very Best in Stand Up comedy returns for April show at Nantwich Civic

Very Best in Stand Up comedy returns for April show at Nantwich Civic

‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on April 5 with another top bill of comedy.

The first act of the evening is Marlon Davis.

March 27, 2019
“Very Best in Stand Up” live comedy returns to Nantwich on March 1

“Very Best in Stand Up” live comedy returns to Nantwich on March 1

‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on Friday March 1 with another top bill of comedy.

The first act is Geoff Norcott, who has become one of the most in-demand live comics and TV writers since his last appearance in Nantwich.

February 22, 2019
Cannon and Ball to return to Crewe Lyceum for Peter Pan panto

Cannon and Ball to return to Crewe Lyceum for Peter Pan panto

Crewe Lyceum say comedy legends Cannon & Ball will return to star in Peter Pan for their fourth consecutive Crewe panto.

It follows the duo’s appearance in the record-breaking success of Jack and the Beanstalk over Christmas 2018.

February 20, 2019
New season of live comedy kicks off at Nantwich Civic Hall

New season of live comedy kicks off at Nantwich Civic Hall

“The Very Best In Stand Up” live comedy returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on Friday February 1.

And promoters Civic Comedy have lined up a stellar cast for the first show of 2019.

January 23, 2019
Andrews Panto & Plays Society to stage comedy Christmas Carol

Andrews Panto & Plays Society to stage comedy Christmas Carol

By Jonathan White
The Andrews Panto & Plays Society (TAPPS) are performing a comedy version of ‘A Christmas Carol’ on January 11 and 12.

The show will be at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Bedford Street, Crewe starting at 7pm both days with a matinee on Saturday at 2pm.

January 3, 2019
Jason Cook to star in latest Nantwich Civic Very Best in Stand Up

Jason Cook to star in latest Nantwich Civic Very Best in Stand Up

Jason Cook heads up a top bill of comedy acts at the next ‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ at Nantwich Civic Hall on Friday November 2.

The first act of the evening is Andy Robinson, a seasoned performer who started stand up in the early 90s.

October 26, 2018
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club returns to Crewe Lyceum

Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club returns to Crewe Lyceum

Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club is returning to Crewe Lyceum with a new live stand-up monthly show.

Like Nantwich Civic Comedy, the Lyceum Studio show will feature four professional comedians including the compere.

September 11, 2018
Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich with top September billing

Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich with top September billing

The Very Best In Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall next month with a bill of top British comedians.

Comedy promoters have worked hard to line up some of the best live acts in the UK, starting with the Friday September 7 show.

August 13, 2018