Arts & Entertainment

Dancebasics and hospice launch “Strictly Learn to Dance” contest

Dancebasics and hospice launch “Strictly Learn to Dance” contest

Budding dancers in Nantwich could soon be cutting a rug in Cheshire’s very own Strictly Come Dancing competition. Nantwich-based Dancebasics Dance School has teamed up with St Luke’s Cheshire Hospice to find ballroom stars in the area.

January 6, 2012
Crown Hotel in Nantwich to host three special events

Crown Hotel in Nantwich to host three special events

The Crown Hotel in Nantwich is laying on three nights of entertainment to help punters banish the winter blues. Former Crewe Alex and Middlesborough football star Craig Hignett will be in town on Thursday January 26.

January 5, 2012
Nantwich town square to host live bands for Christmas shoppers

Nantwich town square to host live bands for Christmas shoppers

Christmas shoppers in Nantwich will be entertained by live music on the next two Saturdays in the town square. The Co-Op Youth Wind Band will be performing in the square this Saturday December 17 from 10am to 2pm.

December 14, 2011
Nantwich Players launch latest show ‘The Railway Children’

Nantwich Players launch latest show ‘The Railway Children’

Nantwich Players present their latest production this week ‘The Railway Children’, writes Claire Faulkner. Directed by John Powell, the production is a play for the entire family to enjoy.

December 9, 2011
MP Edward Timpson visits South Cheshire’s RedShift Radio

MP Edward Timpson visits South Cheshire’s RedShift Radio

Crewe and Nantwich MP Edward Timpson called in to South Cheshire broadcaster RedShift Radio during their 28-day test licence. Mr Timpson was the guest on “Clocking Off” with Dr Gav, the station’s popular drive time show.

December 4, 2011
Nantwich Big Cheese Film Club awarded £500 community grant

Nantwich Big Cheese Film Club awarded £500 community grant

Organisers of Nantwich Big Cheese Film Club have been awarded £500 from the Cheshire East Community Grant fund. The grant comes as the club gears up for its next screening of Volver, starring Penelope Cruz, at The Crown Hotel in Nantwich.

November 29, 2011
Sol Bernstein to guest at Nantwich “Very Best in Stand-up” event

Sol Bernstein to guest at Nantwich “Very Best in Stand-up” event

The latest “Very Best in Stand-up” returns to Nantwich next week with another hilarious line-up on offer. Toby Hadoke comes back to play Nantwich Civic Hall for the very first time and will compere the event on Friday December 2.

November 26, 2011
Tickets for latest Nantwich Players show go on sale

Tickets for latest Nantwich Players show go on sale

Tickets have gone on sale for the latest performance by popular amateur dramatics group Nantwich Players. The classic E Nesbit story of The Railway Children has been adapted by Mike Kenny, to run from December 9 to 17 at the Love Lane theatre in Nantwich.

November 23, 2011
Lyceum unveils Snow White Christmas panto ticket offer

Lyceum unveils Snow White Christmas panto ticket offer

Parents can laugh along with their kids at this year’s Crewe Lyceum panto – as they’ll only be paying child’s prices. The panto, Snow White, will be one of the biggest stage shows presented as part of the theatre’s 2011 centenary year celebrations.

November 23, 2011
Nantwich hosts “Very Best in Stand Up” New Year’s Eve special

Nantwich hosts “Very Best in Stand Up” New Year’s Eve special

“‘The Very Best in Stand Up” returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on New Year’s Eve for the first time ever. A top bill of acts showcasing the best of the international circuit will help revellers laugh their way into the New Year.

November 19, 2011
Wistaston Singers Choir to stage Nantwich Methodist Church concert

Wistaston Singers Choir to stage Nantwich Methodist Church concert

Wistaston Singers Choir Concert is taking place on Saturday November 19 at Nantwich Methodist Church in Hospital Street, Nantwich. The concert is in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care and will start at 7.30pm. Doors open at 7pm.

November 10, 2011
Nantwich Big Cheese Film Club agrees new sponsor

Nantwich Big Cheese Film Club agrees new sponsor

Nantwich Big Cheese Film Club has agreed a new sponsor for their next film showing of ”Senna” on November 10. The group is hoping for another packed audience similar to the first two screenings.

November 3, 2011
Nantwich Civic Centre promise cracking comedy night

Nantwich Civic Centre promise cracking comedy night

Nantwich Civic Centre promises a cracker of a Very Best in Stand Up comedy night this coming Bonfire weekend.

Friday’s show, which will be hosted by the hilarious Chris Martin, also features great acts such as Howard Read, Quincy and Jason Cook.

November 1, 2011