Theatre Reviews

Review: Playhouse Creatures, by Nantwich Players

Review: Playhouse Creatures, by Nantwich Players

By Claire Faulkner
One of the reasons I enjoy going to the Players Theatre is the varied selection of plays the company puts on each season.

I’ll admit I had never heard of their latest production ‘Playhouse Creatures’ – so I wasn’t sure what to expect.

February 7, 2016
Panto and Plays Society thrills audiences in Crewe

Panto and Plays Society thrills audiences in Crewe

By Jonathan White
A “Jack and the Beanstalk” performance by The Andrews Panto & Plays Society (TAPPS) has helped to raise money for St Andrew’s Church restoration fund.

The performance, held at St Andrew’s Church Hall in Crewe, also helped funds for Cancer Research UK.

January 25, 2016
Review: “Dial M for Murder” shows at Crewe Lyceum

Review: “Dial M for Murder” shows at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
One of the UK’s best theatre companies, Talking Scarlet is back at Crewe Lyceum this week with a classic crime thriller.

Written by Frederick Knott and directed by Patric Kearns, ‘Dial M for Murder’ has everything you might want for a terrific night out at the theatre.

January 21, 2016
Review: “It’s a Wonderful Life” at Crewe Lyceum

Review: “It’s a Wonderful Life” at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Most people will be familiar with the 1946 Frank Capra film ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’.

And I’ll admit that it is probably one of my favourite Christmas films of all time.

December 4, 2015
Review: The Smallest Show on Earth, Crewe Lyceum

Review: The Smallest Show on Earth, Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
‘The Smallest Show on Earth’ is the story of Jean and Matthew – who discover they have inherited their very own cinema.

Desperate to save the ‘Bijou Kinema’ from becoming a car park, the couple enlist the help of the cinema’s staff to bring the building back to its former glory.

November 10, 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
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
Review: Sherlock Holmes and Ripper Murders, Crewe Lyceum

Review: Sherlock Holmes and Ripper Murders, Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Theatre fans have been delighted with the latest production from ‘talking Scarlet’ at Crewe Lyceum this week.

The company’s performance of ‘Sherlock Holmes and The Ripper Murders’ by Brian Clemens, has proved a real hit.

August 8, 2015
Review: Nantwich Players end season with “The Murder Room”

Review: Nantwich Players end season with “The Murder Room”

By Claire Faulkner
Nantwich Players bring their season to a close with a wonderfully funny presentation of ‘The Murder Room’.

Written by Jack Sharkey, this spoof murder mystery is set in Cheshire and had me laughing out loud throughout the show.

July 4, 2015
Review: Powerful drama ‘Birdsong’ at Crewe Lyceum

Review: Powerful drama ‘Birdsong’ at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Marking the 100th anniversary of World War 1, Birdsong at Crewe Lyceum is an incredibly poignant and touching production.

Adapted from Sebastian Faulks’ novel by Rachel Wagstaff, the play tells the story of ‘Stephen’, a young English soldier and his continuous search for ‘Isabelle’, the love of his life.

June 18, 2015
Review: Nantwich Players, “Entertaining Angels”

Review: Nantwich Players, “Entertaining Angels”

By Claire Faulkner
Nantwich Players latest production is the wonderful and thoughtful comedy ‘Entertaining Angels’.

Written by Richard Everett and directed by Garth Jones, this production once again highlights the skill and dedication which The Players put into each play.

May 12, 2015
Review: The History Boys, Crewe Lyceum Theatre

Review: The History Boys, Crewe Lyceum Theatre

By Claire Faulkner
Crewe Lyceum’s programme of productions has gone from strength to strength this year.

And it was a real treat to be at opening night for The History Boys on Tuesday night (May 5).

May 6, 2015
Review: The Sound of Music, by Crewe Amateur Musicals Society

Review: The Sound of Music, by Crewe Amateur Musicals Society

By Claire Faulkner
The Lyceum in Crewe was alive with ‘The Sound of Music’ as Crewe Amateur Musicals Society presented the opening night of their latest production.

If you’re a fan of the classic story of the Von Trapp family, then you’ll really enjoy this show.

April 29, 2015