What’s On & Reviews

Dermot Cavanagh to stage painting workshop at Woore

Dermot Cavanagh to stage painting workshop at Woore

BBC TV artist Dermot Cavanagh is to stage a one-day workshop near Nantwich to encourage more people to take up painting.

Cavanagh’s “anyone can paint” watercolour workshop will be held at Woore Victory Hall, on London Road, Woore, on November 11.

November 9, 2015
Thousands enjoy Queens Park bonfire and fireworks show

Thousands enjoy Queens Park bonfire and fireworks show

By Jonathan White
Thousands turned out to enjoy a bonfire and firework spectacular organised by Crewe and Nantwich Lions Club.

The event took place at Queens Park in Crewe, with fireworks supplied and choreographed by Blitz Fireworks of Crewe.

November 7, 2015
The Smallest Show on Earth at Crewe Lyceum on UK tour

The Smallest Show on Earth at Crewe Lyceum on UK tour

The Smallest Show on Earth, a new musical comedy starring Liza Goddard and Brian Capron, runs for a week at Crewe Lyceum.

The show, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin, will be staged from Monday November 9 until Saturday November 14 as part of a new UK tour.

November 7, 2015
Review: Hairspray, at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

Review: Hairspray, at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

By Claire Faulkner
When I heard ‘Seaweed’s Gang’ and the ‘Nicest Kids in Town’ would be at The Lyceum, I couldn’t resist going to see the Curtain Call Productions show ‘Hairspray’.

And it is everything you hope it will be.

November 5, 2015
St Mary’s in Nantwich to stage Poppy Spectacular for Remembrance

St Mary’s in Nantwich to stage Poppy Spectacular for Remembrance

St Mary’s Church in Nantwich will stage a ‘poppy spectacular’ Remembrance to honour those killed in action.

The church has teamed up with the British Legion and Nantwich Town Council in memory of those who sacrificed themselves to secure and protect the nation.

November 3, 2015
St Luke’s Hospice to stage Community Christmas fair

St Luke’s Hospice to stage Community Christmas fair

St Luke’s Hospice is to hold its annual Community Christmas Fair on November 28.

The event, organised by St Luke’s nurses, will feature 60 stalls offering foods, clothes, games, children’s toys, treats and trinkets.

November 3, 2015
Thousands flock to Dorfold Park’s Nantwich Spooktacular

Thousands flock to Dorfold Park’s Nantwich Spooktacular

Kirsty Rollings
Thousands of people flocked to Dorfold Hall Park in Nantwich for Spooktacular 2015.

Frankenstein, jesters, witches and other spooky characters of all ages converged at the event for the fancy dress competition, fairground rides, a bonfire and fireworks.

November 1, 2015
Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on November 6 with four more top acts from the UK comedy circuit.

And this night will see a Nantwich debut for Zoe Lyons, a stand out on the British comedy scene for over 10 years.

October 31, 2015
Crewe Lyceum launches Cinderella panto colouring competition

Crewe Lyceum launches Cinderella panto colouring competition

Nantwich youngsters can join in this year’s Crewe Lyceum pantomime Cinderella – by entering a special colouring competition.

And the best picture could land the winner a year’s supply of Snugburys ice cream.

October 30, 2015
Halloween house to raise Marie Curie Cancer Care funds

Halloween house to raise Marie Curie Cancer Care funds

A Halloween fundraising event is taking place at a house in Crewe in aid of Marie Curie.

Richard and James Stack are transforming their Holland Street home in time for this Saturday October 31 from 6pm to 10pm.

October 30, 2015
Toys are back in town for Nantwich collectables auction

Toys are back in town for Nantwich collectables auction

The toys are back in town – thanks to Nantwich auctioneer Peter Wilson!

The Market Street auction house will be hosting a sale with a difference on November 5, just in time for Christmas.

October 27, 2015
Tickets selling fast for Nantwich Spooktacula fireworks event

Tickets selling fast for Nantwich Spooktacula fireworks event

Hundreds of families are lining up to join the Nantwich Spooktacula event – branded the North West’s largest Halloween themed fireworks display.

The show, on October 31, is organised by Blitz Fireworks and Nantwich Agricultural Society, who run the Nantwich Show.

October 25, 2015
Review: Nantwich Players latest show, Neighbourhood Watch

Review: Nantwich Players latest show, Neighbourhood Watch

By Claire Faulkner
Regular theatre goers will be delighted with the latest production being held at The Players Theatre in Nantwich.

‘Neighbourhood Watch’, written by Alan Ayckbourn and directed by Garth Jones, tells the wonderfully funny and sometimes dark story of life on the Bluebell Hill Development.

October 24, 2015