What’s On & Reviews

Crewe Lyceum to stage “Death of a Salesman” classic

Crewe Lyceum to stage “Death of a Salesman” classic

One of the greatest plays of the 20th Century forms part of a thrilling season of drama at Crewe Lyceum Theatre this spring.

Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman explodes onto the stage in a fresh new production led by acclaimed actor David Hayman and runs from March 27-29.

February 11, 2025
Crown Hotel in Nantwich to host wedding, event & party showcase

Crown Hotel in Nantwich to host wedding, event & party showcase

The Crown Hotel in Nantwich is to stage a wedding, event & party showcase day in March.

The historic venue will host the event on Sunday March 2, from 12pm to 3pm.

February 9, 2025
Community workshop offers chance to join Ada design

Community workshop offers chance to join Ada design

A community workshop is taking place offering a chance to share ideas on the design of a statue commemorating Ada Nield Chew, South Cheshire unsung hero of the suffragist movement.

‘Designing Ada’ takes place from 11.30am on Friday (February 7) at the St Mary’s Caritas Centre, Delamere Street, Crewe.

February 3, 2025
Rock the Civic II returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

Rock the Civic II returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

Rock the Civic II is heading for Nantwich later this month.

The event will showcase two bands on February 28 – the soulful John Angus Band and the powerhouse rock group No Favors.

February 3, 2025
REVIEW: String quartet brings 70s classics to life

REVIEW: String quartet brings 70s classics to life

Oh what a night! Indeed it was when the Egerton Strings Quartet presented their ‘Best of the 70s’ candlelight concert at St Mary’s in Nantwich, writes Jan Roberts.

The fab four, admitting they weren’t old enough to remember the decade but loved the music all the same, moved seamlessly from iconic rock ballad to soul-stirring disco anthem.

February 2, 2025
Studio Nantwich to host fundraising concert for Christie

Studio Nantwich to host fundraising concert for Christie

By Jonathan White
Studio Nantwich is to host a fundraising concert in aid of Christie Charity during the annual Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival.

The four-day festival, which attracts tens of thousands of music revellers, returns from April 17-21.

January 30, 2025
Nantwich to host South Cheshire Militaire Model Show

Nantwich to host South Cheshire Militaire Model Show

By Jonathan White
Nantwich is set to host the 40th annual South Cheshire Militaire ‘Universal Model Show’.

The popular show takes place on Sunday February 23 from 10am to 5pm at Malbank School & Sixth Form College on Welsh Row.

January 27, 2025
Nantwich Players unveil plans for 2025/26 season

Nantwich Players unveil plans for 2025/26 season

Nantwich Players amateur drama group have unveiled plans for their 2025-26 season of productions.

The season will get under way in September with “Nora: A Doll’s House” by Stef Smith, directed by Bethany Gail.

January 27, 2025
PICTURE SPECIAL: Thousands enjoy Battle of Nantwich ‘Holly Holy Day’ re-enactment

PICTURE SPECIAL: Thousands enjoy Battle of Nantwich ‘Holly Holy Day’ re-enactment

By Jonathan White
Thousands of people witnessed the 52nd annual Battle of Nantwich ‘Holly Holy Day’ English Civil War re-enactment in glorious winter sunshine.

Activities took place during the day at St Mary’s Acton, St Mary’s Nantwich, Nantwich Museum, Pillory Street pillory, and the town square.

January 26, 2025
South Cheshire National Trust Association to stage Nantwich meetings

South Cheshire National Trust Association to stage Nantwich meetings

The South Cheshire National Trust Association has unveiled a series afternoon talks to take place in Nantwich.

The first will take place on Wednesday January 29 at 2pm at Nantwich Football Stadium off Waterlode, with free car parking available.

January 25, 2025
Nantwich set to dance the day away with “Dayclubbing” event

Nantwich set to dance the day away with “Dayclubbing” event

A “Dayclubbing event” at Studio Nantwich on Castle Street on March 1 has already sold out, organisers said.

But there are now plans to repeat the event on Saturday April 5.

January 25, 2025
Nantwich Players gear up for two new productions

Nantwich Players gear up for two new productions

Nantwich Players are about to get the show on the road – with two new productions in the next two months.

First up is their performance of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time”.

January 20, 2025
Award-winning acts to play at Nantwich Independent Venue Week

Award-winning acts to play at Nantwich Independent Venue Week

Big names in music are heading to Nantwich to celebrate the town’s first ever involvement in the UK’s Independent Venue Week.

The line up for the six-night event includes a Mercury Music Prize nominee, a rising hip-hop star who has graced Glastonbury and a selection of the best new and rising artists locally.

January 17, 2025