By Claire Faulkner
Shavington Drama Group’s latest production is Tiptoe Through the Tombstones.
Written by Norman Robbins and directed by Megan Goode, this spoof comedy thriller had the audience in hysterics on its opening night.
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.
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.
By Claire Faulkner
The Classic Thriller Theatre Company presents The Lady Vanishes at The Crewe Lyceum this week.
Directed by Roy Marsden, the production is an adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock’s 1938 film and is the perfect play for mystery fans.
By Claire Faulkner
The Ladykillers, written by Graham Linehan and directed by Don Hirst, is the latest production from the Nantwich Players.
Based on the Ealing comedy film from 1955, the show tells the story of a sweet and eccentric little old lady who innocently rents her spare room to group of criminals planning a robbery.
By Claire Faulkner
Platform Theatre premiered their new show Ada this week at the Lyceum Studio.
By Claire Faulkner
The audience at The Crewe Lyceum Studio were treated to a new interpretation of an old tale.
Orpheus, written by Alexander Wright, with music by Phil Grainger, is a story about life, love and loss.
By Claire Faulkner
The River by Jez Butterworth is the final production this season from the Nantwich Players Studio.
Often described as a poignant non-linear psychodrama, this performance was expertly staged, and I enjoyed watching it very much.
By Claire Faulkner
Strictly fans were in for a treat when Ian Waite and Vincent Simone visited Crewe Lyceum with their new show The Ballroom Boys.
The packed audience was treated to a variety show, full of fabulous dances, music and entertainment.
By Claire Faulkner
A new and bold production of Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray is playing at the Lyceum this week.
Adapted and directed by Séan Aydon, this beautifully staged production by Tilted Wig is atmospheric, dark and deeply thought provoking.
By Claire Faulkner
The Beauty Queen of Leenane by Martin McDonagh is the latest production from The Nantwich Players.
Directed by Peter Nawn, this dark and sometimes sinister play tells the story of a Maureen.
By Claire Faulkner
Thrillers make excellent theatre. Don’t believe me?
Go along and see Mindgame at The Lyceum this week and find out for yourself.
By Claire Faulkner
Crewe Amateur Musicals Society opened their latest production of Jesus Christ Superstar at The Lyceum on Wednesday night.
Directed by Sean Johnson-Hargreaves, this contemporary version of the popular rock opera which tells the story of the last few days in the life of Jesus, captivated the audience throughout.
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