Arts & Entertainment

Britain’s Got Talent star George Sampson to lead Lyceum 2018 Christmas Panto

Britain’s Got Talent star George Sampson to lead Lyceum 2018 Christmas Panto

Britain’s Got Talent winner George Sampson will be teaming up with comedy legends Cannon and Ball to star in the title role of this year’s Crewe Lyceum panto, Jack and the Beanstalk.

The Warrington-born dancer, presenter, singer and actor rose to fame when he entered the second series of ITV’s flagship talent show Britain’s Got Talent.

April 17, 2018
Teletubbies are coming to Crewe Lyceum! Win family tickets in our competition

Teletubbies are coming to Crewe Lyceum! Win family tickets in our competition

The world-famous Teletubbies, who this year celebrate their 20th anniversary, are starring in their first-ever live theatre show at Crewe Lyceum in May.

And we’ve teamed up with Crewe Lyceum to offer TWO family tickets for the South Cheshire shows on May 23 and 24, with each ticket gaining free entry for a family of four (minimum one adult).

April 17, 2018
Hack Green Secret Bunker in Nantwich stages annual “Soviet Threat” event

Hack Green Secret Bunker in Nantwich stages annual “Soviet Threat” event

By Jonathan White
Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker near Nantwich took visitors back in time when it staged the fourth annual “Soviet Threat” event.

The event recreated what life was like either side of the Berlin Wall during the Cold War.

April 16, 2018
Psychic Sally Morgan to perform at Crewe Lyceum on UK tour

Psychic Sally Morgan to perform at Crewe Lyceum on UK tour

Popular psychic Sally Morgan is touring for the 10th consecutive year and is set to spook her South Cheshire fans at Crewe Lyceum on May 21.

Her tour “Kisses to Heaven” builds on her years of experience as one of the UK’s most popular touring medium.

April 11, 2018
British Sea Power to headline Nantwich Words & Music Festival

British Sea Power to headline Nantwich Words & Music Festival

Top indie rock band British Sea Power will be headlining the 2018 Nantwich Words & Music Festival, organisers have revealed.

And they will be joined Steve Hogarth of Marillion and Los Pacaminos featuring Paul Young for the 11th annual festival to be held in October.

April 9, 2018
‘We Love 90s House Live’ concert in Nantwich to raise dementia appeal funds

‘We Love 90s House Live’ concert in Nantwich to raise dementia appeal funds

A ‘We love 90s House Live’ concert will be staged at The Studio Nightclub & Entertainment Venue in Nantwich in aid of a dementia charity.

The show, re-scheduled to take place on Friday May 4, will be free admission with donations to Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity.

April 4, 2018
REVIEW: 22nd Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival – IN PICTURES

REVIEW: 22nd Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival – IN PICTURES

Music fans have been flocking into Nantwich to enjoy an eclectic mix of live performances during the 22nd Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival.

Soggy conditions failed to dampen the spirits of thousands of revellers on Good Friday as they took in dozens of different shows in venues across town.

March 31, 2018
What’s On: Easter workshops at Nantwich Museum

What’s On: Easter workshops at Nantwich Museum

Easter Workshops for children featuring a range of Easter crafts and quizzes will take place at Nantwich Museum.

The workshops will take place on Wednesday April 4 and Thursday April 5.

March 29, 2018
Latest events planned for Nantwich Library in April

Latest events planned for Nantwich Library in April

Nantwich Library is to run a series of events over the coming days for residents.

There will be an ITea & Chat group on Thursday April 5 from 2.30pm to 4pm.

March 26, 2018
‘Very Best in Stand Up’ comedians return to Nantwich Civic Hall April 6

‘Very Best in Stand Up’ comedians return to Nantwich Civic Hall April 6

‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on Friday April 6 with four top comedians set to entertain fans.

Markus Birdman, Tom Lucy and Sean Meo are three acts alongside compere Toby Hadoke.

March 24, 2018
Helen O’Grady Drama Academy in South Cheshire celebrates 20 years

Helen O’Grady Drama Academy in South Cheshire celebrates 20 years

Helen O’Grady Drama Academy in South Cheshire is celebrating 20 years of drama with the launch of its new “Show Term” and the performance of a play by Academy Principal Brian Ormrod.

The drama academy, which runs classes in Audlem, Crewe, Haslington, Sandbach, Middlewich, Trentham, Astbury and Northwich, was started in 1998 by Brian.

March 23, 2018
Tens of thousands to descend on Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival

Tens of thousands to descend on Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival

Tens of thousands of visitors are expected to descend on Nantwich over the Easter weekend for the town’s 22nd Jazz, Blues and Music Festival.

Tickets to see headliners Dr Feelgood and Glenn Tilbrook from Squeeze are fast approaching sell-out and organisers have advised music-lovers to book early to avoid missing out on their favourite performers.

March 22, 2018
Noel Coward’s ‘Private Lives’ UK tour extended to visit Crewe Lyceum

Noel Coward’s ‘Private Lives’ UK tour extended to visit Crewe Lyceum

Noel Coward’s comedy classic production ‘Private Lives’ is coming to Crewe Lyceum in April for two nights.

London Classic Theatre has announced additional dates for their production currently on an extensive UK tour.

March 19, 2018