Arts & Entertainment

Comedian Rich Hall to perform at Crewe Lyceum

Comedian Rich Hall to perform at Crewe Lyceum

Rich Hall’s comedy-music locomotive rolls into Crewe Lyceum on September 25 amid rescheduled tour dates.

Hall’s “Hoedown Deluxe” blends his keen acerbic stand-up combined with spit and sawdust alt-country lyricism.

September 23, 2021
Soviet Threat event at Cold War nuclear bunker in Nantwich

Soviet Threat event at Cold War nuclear bunker in Nantwich

By Jonathan White
Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker near Nantwich took visitors back in time during a ‘Soviet Threat’ event.

“Soviet Threat” was a living history event recreating how lives were lived by both Western and Eastern forces during the Cold War.

September 21, 2021
Live music and tribute acts return to Nantwich Civic Hall

Live music and tribute acts return to Nantwich Civic Hall

Live music from top tribute acts is returning to Nantwich Civic Hall after lockdowns.

The venue has a number of concerts lined up over the next few months as live indoor shows are allowed once more.

September 21, 2021
Panto Sleeping Beauty set to be big hit at Crewe Lyceum

Panto Sleeping Beauty set to be big hit at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Crewe Lyceum is set to welcome audiences back to the theatre this Christmas with the pantomime Sleeping Beauty.

And panto stars including Bobby Davro are more excited than ever about this year’s show.

September 20, 2021
“Ouch!” exhibition at Nantwich Museum extended

“Ouch!” exhibition at Nantwich Museum extended

The “Ouch! A slightly horrible history of health and disease in Nantwich,” exhibition in the Millennium Gallery at Nantwich Museum has been extended to October 23.

It takes visitors on a quirky whistle-stop journey into Nantwich’s past from around the 17th to the early 20th century, and includes stories of some of its noteworthy people.

September 16, 2021
Nantwich bookshop and coffee lounge to host author events

Nantwich bookshop and coffee lounge to host author events

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Bookshop & Coffee Lounge on High Street in Nantwich is hosting three more author events.

Local author Kiley Dunbar will talk about her novel ‘The Borrow a Bookshop Holiday’ on Friday September 17.

September 15, 2021
Crewe Photographic Society to celebrate 75th season

Crewe Photographic Society to celebrate 75th season

Crewe Photographic Society is celebrating its 75th season this year in style – with a programme of talks and demonstrations.

It all starts on September 16 with an introductory evening and it is all happening online.

September 13, 2021
Electro 80s return to Nantwich for charity concert

Electro 80s return to Nantwich for charity concert

By Jonathan White
The UK’s premier 1980s Electronic tribute band  Electro 80s will perform a fund-raising concert at ‘Studio Nantwich’ club in Nantwich on October 1 in aid of charity.

The concert, with doors open 8.30pm, is free to enter with cash donations on the door in aid of Nantwich foodbank.

September 13, 2021
Nantwich Words and Music Festival set for big return in October

Nantwich Words and Music Festival set for big return in October

Nantwich’s Words & Music Festival makes a return next month with legendary ‘Whispering’ Bob Harris, Danny Baker and John Cooper Clarke leading the line-up.

Now in its 14th year, the popular festival took an enforced break last year like many events due to the pandemic.

September 10, 2021
Tarporley Art Trail charity event set for The Swan pub

Tarporley Art Trail charity event set for The Swan pub

A “meet the artist” viewing of the Tarporley Art Trail and a six-day group exhibition is being held at The Swan at Tarporley.

The event is part of the Tarporley Big Weekend, where community organisations join forces to allow visitors to browse the village’s independent shops, enjoy performances from local acts and follow an art trail through the village.

September 8, 2021
The Cat FM launches sister channel as home for Crewe and Nantwich talent

The Cat FM launches sister channel as home for Crewe and Nantwich talent

South Cheshire community radio The Cat FM is launching a new sister radio station to serve as a home for new music.

Bosses also hope Cat Xtra it will act as a platform for those wanting to get into radio to showcase and develop their talent.

September 6, 2021
Crewe Lyceum Theatre to celebrate 110th birthday with new projects

Crewe Lyceum Theatre to celebrate 110th birthday with new projects

Crewe Lyceum Theatre has re-opened in time to celebrate its 110th birthday.

And bosses at the historic venue are planning a year of projects and events to mark its rich cultural heritage.

September 5, 2021
BeWILDerwood in Cheshire to stage “Glowing Lantern Parade” in October

BeWILDerwood in Cheshire to stage “Glowing Lantern Parade” in October

The new BeWILDerwood outdoor centre near Nantwich is to stage a “Glorious Glowing Lantern Parade” during October half term.

Visitors can adventure through a light extravaganza From the 23rd to 31st October, and watch the story of BeWILDerwood unfold as they journey through the woods down mysterious paths exclusive to this event.

September 2, 2021