What’s On & Reviews

Insights Bereavement Listening service marks first anniversary

Insights Bereavement Listening Service celebrates first anniversary

A listening service in Nantwich to help people suffering bereavement has marked its first anniversary.

The vital service has helped dozens of people struggling to cope with the loss of a spouse or partner, a child, parent, sibling or close friend.

November 2, 2022
Artists Tony Winterbottom at work

Recovering Nantwich alcoholic to stage first art exhibition – in a bar!

A recovering alcoholic in Nantwich has teamed up with a photographer to stage his first ever exhibition.

Tony, known as “Drink or Draw”, and Laura McCann also hope it will break some stereotypes around addiction.

October 31, 2022
Thousands enjoy Halloween Spooktacular event in Nantwich

Thousands enjoy Halloween Spooktacular event in Nantwich

By Jonathan White
Thousands packed in to Dorfold Park in Nantwich to enjoy the 14th annual ‘Alpha Omega Halloween Spooktacular’.

Shuttle buses carried passengers from the designated Nantwich park and ride car parks to and from the venue.

October 30, 2022
Bonfire and Fireworks events – South Cheshire displays in 2022

Bonfire and Fireworks events – South Cheshire displays in 2022

Thousands of families are gearing up to enjoy local Bonfire and Firework displays over the next two weeks.

So writer and photographer Jonathan White has compiled this guide to your displays to visit!

October 25, 2022
Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich on November 4

Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich on November 4

The Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on November 4 featuring an international bill of talent.

First up is Glenn Wool who began his comedy career in his hometown of Vancouver in 1995.

October 25, 2022
Sebastian Payne to launch “The Fall of Boris Johnson” book in Nantwich

Sebastian Payne to launch “The Fall of Boris Johnson” book in Nantwich

By Jonathan White
Political journalist and author Sebastian Payne will launch his latest book “The Fall of Boris Johnson” at Nantwich Bookshop on November 30.

Payne regularly appears on BBC and Sky News for political comment.

October 24, 2022
Bonfire night to go with a bang at Bickerton Poacher

Bonfire night to go with a bang at Bickerton Poacher

A Nantwich organisation has teamed up with a landmark Cheshire pub to raise money for charity with a popular family bonfire night and fireworks display.

There will be plenty to entertain all ages at The Bickerton Poacher on Friday, November 4 when the charitable organisation Nantwich Lions returns with its biggest fundraiser of the year.

October 24, 2022
REVIEW: “Habeas Corpus”, performed by Nantwich Players

REVIEW: “Habeas Corpus”, performed by Nantwich Players

By Claire Faulkner
Habeas Corpus written by Alan Bennett and directed by Garth Jones is the latest production from Nantwich Players.

A farcical comedy where the main characters chase sexual fulfilment midst the chaos of mistaken identity, secrets and lies.

October 22, 2022
“The Addams Family” arrives at Crewe Lyceum in time for Halloween

“The Addams Family” arrives at Crewe Lyceum in time for Halloween

Spooky family ‘The Addams Family’ arrives at Crewe Lyceum just in time for Halloween.

Acton Amateur Operatic Society is making a return with a bang at the Lyceum Theatre with its production of popular musical comedy, The Addams Family.

October 18, 2022
Three new acts named for Nantwich Spooktacular event at Dorfold

Three new acts named for Nantwich Spooktacular event at Dorfold

Three new acts will be performing at the Nantwich Spooktacular event on October 29, organisers have revealed.

Juggler Jay Rollins, Wanda Witchway, and The Dinosaur Invasion are lining up as part of the entertainment at Dorfold Park in Nantwich.

October 17, 2022
“Death Drop 2: Back in the Habit” heads for Crewe Lyceum in December

“Death Drop 2: Back in the Habit” heads for Crewe Lyceum in December

Death Drop 2: Back in the Habit show will be performing a week of shows at Crewe Lyceum in December.

Crewe it the only North West date on the West End show’s UK tour and follows the hugely successful first Death Drop which performed in South Cheshire 12 months ago.

October 16, 2022
Multi-million record selling band Space perform at Nantwich festival

Multi-million record selling band Space perform at Nantwich festival

By Jonathan White
Multi-million record selling band ‘Space’ performed to a packed crowd during this week’s Words and Music Festival.

A host of top acts have been performing at various venues during the six-day festival with the final day today (Sunday October 16).

October 16, 2022
REVIEW: Shrek by Curtain Call Productions at Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: Shrek by Curtain Call Productions at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
A visit to the theatre should always be a magical experience.

And Curtain Call Productions certainly delivered this to the audience on Wednesday night at The Lyceum for the opening of Shrek The Musical.

October 14, 2022