From A-Hole to Glitter: A Night of New Works
A-Hole & Propel x Dibby Theatre, performed at Home MCR as part of the Push festival on 9th February 2025, offered a fascinating glimpse into the vibrant world of new work theatre. This showcase, reminiscent of the Loud Cabaret at the Met Theatre Bury produced by...
Forget the Forest: This “Midsummer” is a Dystopian Delight
Opera North’s version of Britten’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Lowry Theatre turns Shakespeare’s comedy on its head. The set stands out with its plain white look, plastic sheets hanging down, and balloons scattered about. This setup brings...
HER Productions Returns with a Cabaret-Infused ‘Taming of the Shrew’
Manchester-based HER Productions is back this summer with its 6th annual Shakespeare production, offering a bold new interpretation of “The Taming of the Shrew.” This all-female and non-binary cast will take on the classic comedy with a unique twist,...
“Tinderella: Two Balls One Happy Ending” – Your Wickedly Funny Panto Fix This Christmas
Tinderella: Two Balls One Happy Ending – Forget those classic fairytales, Manchester, because this December, the Hope Mill Theatre is about to get a whole lot cheekier! Happy Ending Pantomimes is bringing you “Tinderella: Two Balls One Happy Ending,”...


