What’s On & Reviews

The Cast of Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - Pamela Raith Photography

Review: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Crewe Lyceum was full last night (September 17) for the opening of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat.

There is something quite special about this show.

September 18, 2019
Hack Green Nuclear Bunker to stage Soviet Threat event

Hack Green Nuclear Bunker to stage Soviet Threat event

Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker near Nantwich is hosting its popular living history event where the Soviet threat of the Cold War comes to life.

It’s happening this weekend September 21-22.

September 17, 2019
Shavington Drama Group to stage “Tiptoe Through the Tombstones”

Shavington Drama Group to stage “Tiptoe Through the Tombstones”

By Claire Faulkner
Shavington Drama Group are celebrating their 30th year by presenting “Tiptoe Through The Tombstones” this week.

Written by Norman Robbins and directed by Megan Goode, the local drama group have worked hard to produce a show they hope everyone will enjoy.

September 16, 2019
California Blue head to Nantwich for September concert

California Blue head to Nantwich for September concert

Local four-piece band California Blue return to perform in Nantwich on Friday September 20.

With a weighty following, this popular group are in high demand ahead of their Nantwich Civic Hall appearance.

September 14, 2019
Nantwich Museum events alongside Joseph Priestley exhibition

Nantwich Museum events alongside Joseph Priestley exhibition

Events are being held to accompany the exhibition running at Nantwich Museum “From Nantwich to Oxygen: Joseph Priestley’s Journey of Discovery”.

September 13, 2019
What’s On: Shows featuring at Crewe Lyceum in Autumn

What’s On: Shows featuring at Crewe Lyceum in Autumn

Crewe Lyceum has plenty of entertainment lined up to warm up audiences as dark Autumn evenings draw in.

This season the theatre is showcasing the best of the West End along family favourites, headline comedians, top quality music and fringe performances from across the region.

September 13, 2019
RSPCA Stapeley to stage sponsored dog walk to raise funds

RSPCA Stapeley to stage sponsored dog walk to raise funds

Dogs and their humans are invited to take part in a sponsored dog walk to raise money for RSPCA Stapeley Grange and RSPCA Crewe & Nantwich branch.

September 12, 2019
“Rock for Heroes” concert to be staged at Crewe Lyceum

“Rock for Heroes” concert to be staged at Crewe Lyceum

The fundraising “Rock for Heroes” concert is heading to the Crewe Lyceum on October 26.

‘Rock for Heroes’ fundraises in support of Help for Heroes and so far has raised more than £18,000 on its current UK tour.

September 12, 2019
Wheels of War military show to be staged in Crewe

Wheels of War military show to be staged in Crewe

By Jonathan White
The annual classic military vehicle show ‘Wheels of War: Past & Present’ rolls back into South Cheshire this weekend.

The popular show is being held on Saturday and Sunday September 14-15 at Crewe Heritage Centre on Vernon Way in Crewe.

September 10, 2019
Comedian Tony Slattery returns for Crewe Lyceum performance

Comedian Tony Slattery returns for Crewe Lyceum performance

Actor and comedian Tony Slattery is back on tour following an appearance at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival last month.

And he brings his “Unrehearsable” show to Crewe Lyceum Theatre on Friday (September 13) at 7.30pm.

September 9, 2019
Electro 80s fund-raising concert at The Studio in Nantwich

Electro 80s fund-raising concert at The Studio in Nantwich

1980s Electronica tribute band ‘Electro 80s’ will perform a fund-raising concert at Studio Nantwich on Castle Street on Friday September 13.

Admission is free with donations to Macmillan Cancer Support.

September 8, 2019
Hundreds enjoy South Cheshire Model Engineering Society open day

Hundreds enjoy South Cheshire Model Engineering Society open day

By Jonathan White
Families enjoyed the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society annual Open Day at the rear of The Peacock Inn in Willaston.

There were miniature-gauge steam, diesel and battery electric train rides on the 5-inch railway track which is almost a quarter of a mile in length.

September 8, 2019
Review: Steel Magnolias by Nantwich Players

Review: Steel Magnolias by Nantwich Players

By Claire Faulkner
Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling opened at The Nantwich Players theatre on Friday night.

Directed by Marie Straker, this is a touching and heart-breaking story of a group of women showing their friendship, strength and resilience in good times and bad.

September 7, 2019