What’s On & Reviews

Nantwich Bookshop launch for Kate’s second book

Nantwich Bookshop launch for Kate’s second book

A Wistaston mum marking 10 years at the helm of a charity supporting women and girls is set to launch her second book.

Kate Blakemore, founder of Motherwell Cheshire, will unveil ‘The Motherwell Journey – Championing Women, Changing Lives’ at Nantwich Bookshop on March 20.

February 24, 2025
‘Subliminal Homecoming’ exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

‘Subliminal Homecoming’ exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

A new exhibition called ‘Subliminal Homecoming’ by local artist Marko Alabaster has opened in the Community Gallery at Nantwich Museum.

The exhibition of paintings reflects on travels throughout the world and the importance of coming home

February 20, 2025
REVIEW: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime – Nantwich Players

REVIEW: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime – Nantwich Players

By Claire Faulkner
Directed by Chris Ridge, adapted by Simon Stevens from the book by Mark Haddon, Nantwich Players have brought to life The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time.

The play tells the story of Christopher Boone, who after being wrongly accused, sets out to solve the mystery of who killed his neighbour’s dog.

February 16, 2025
Shavington Village Festival show “Rapunzel” to hit stage

Shavington Village Festival show “Rapunzel” to hit stage

By Jonathan White
Shavington Village Festival Committee’s 2025 pantomime Rapunzel is about to hit the stage.

The show, written by Tom Whalley, will mark the 45th anniversary of Shavington’s village pantomime tradition.

February 13, 2025
REVIEW: “Myra’s Story” at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

REVIEW: “Myra’s Story” at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

By Claire Faulkner
It’s not very often a theatre production has such an impact on me that it leaves me speechless, but Myra’s Story at The Lyceum on Tuesday night did just that.

Written by Brian Foster, Myra’s Story shares the life of a homeless alcoholic who begs for change from passing strangers on the streets of Dublin.

February 12, 2025
Dancing day away at sold-out Studio Nantwich events

Dancing day away at sold-out Studio Nantwich events

By Jonathan White.
Dayclubbing events in Nantwich are proving a massive hit with shows in March and April already sold out.

Studio Nantwich hosted its first-ever dayclubbing event on Saturday February 1st.

February 11, 2025
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