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New Vic: Jayne Eyre To Be Revitalised

New Vic: Jayne Eyre To Be Revitalised

*photograph by Tony Bartholomew LITERARY CLASSIC JANE EYRE TO BE REVITALISED IN NEW ADAPTATION THIS SPRING A fresh adaptation of the classic novel Jane Eyre will take to the New Vic stage this spring, with a script co-commissioned by the theatre-in-the-round. This new version of Jane Eyre, a co-production with the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough, will update the literary masterpiece while remaining true to the original’s revolutionary spirit. Written by Chris Bush (Larksong for the Hoard Festival, New Vic; The Changing Room, National Theatre Connections;Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Sheffield Theatres), and directed by Zoë Waterman (The Kitchen Sink, Table, Playhouse Creatures, New Vic Theatre) this witty and…
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NOS announce latest cast member for Hunchback

NOS announce latest cast member for Hunchback

Newcastle Operatic Society (NOS) have announced their latest cast member for their forthcoming production of Hunchback Of Notre Dame, based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, NOS have been slowly announcing their cast members via their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/newcastleoperatic/ and have announced Michael Dyer as Jehan Frollo. This has accompanied the previous announcements of Vicky Thornton as Florika, Gareth Ridge as Cloppin, Kayleigh Ann Strong as Esmerelda and Sam Hands as Phoebus. Accompanying the latest announcement of Michael Dyer, the NOS announcement said: "Michael is returning for his 8th show with Newcastle Operatic Society having…
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LOL@Regent: April 2022 Lineup Announced

LOL@Regent: April 2022 Lineup Announced

Four top professional comedians, Enjoy brilliant comedy, A great night out! Mike Newall, Sid Singh, Sam Avery and MC Damion Larkin *please note that the lineup can be subject to change Buy Tickets See event
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Sandbach Comedy: April 2022 Lineup Announced

Sandbach Comedy: April 2022 Lineup Announced

Sandbach Town Hall Comedy Night returns on Friday 22 April, a belter of a show has been lined up. April's lineup includes four comics gracing the stage. MC will be the wonderful Jonathan Mayor and he will be welcoming to the stage the brilliant Jamie Hutchinson, the amazing Lily Phillips and comedy circuit legend that is Mike Gunn Tickets available at Lois's Little Cake Company on Crewe Rd, Sandbach or online through the Comedy Hotspot website. Team Neve will also be there fundraising for their amazing little daughter. So, grab your buddies and get your tickets. Buy Tickets See event…
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Craig Revel Horwood Heads Into Town!

Craig Revel Horwood Heads Into Town!

BBC1’s Strictly Come Dancingstar, Craig Revel Horwood, is taking to the road, and will be stopping at the Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent on Friday 29thApril 2022 for just one night! Join Craig as he talks about his life from Australia to the West End to Strictly, reveals a wealth of backstage gossip with his trademark wit and candour, and gives a very special performance of some of the music which has been the soundtrack to his career. Best-known today for being a judge on BBC1’s Strictly Come Dancing, Craig's professional training began in his home country of Australia where he appeared in productions including West Side Story and La Cage…
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Invite Us To Your Opening Night

Invite Us To Your Opening Night

We would love you to invite us to review your show and meet your cast. We are passionate about local theatre and would like to talk to you about your production. Use the "Contact Us" page to get in touch. We will write a review, take pictures (with your permission) and post on our site and social media pages to help you promote your show. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Full Bitesize Roundup

Full Bitesize Roundup

Full bitesize roundup of all local theatre in the area for April. [sonaar_audioplayer title="" albums="1250" hide_artwork="false" show_playlist="true" show_track_market="true" show_album_market="true" hide_timeline="true"][/sonaar_audioplayer]
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S.A.T.S Looking For Dancers For Pantomime

S.A.T.S Looking For Dancers For Pantomime

SATS are looking for Dancers to join their team for the Christmas Pantomime “Goldilocks and The Three Bears” The production will be held at the Kings Hall, Stoke on the following dates: Wednesday 7th December until Sunday 11th December (7 Shows including matinees) Auditions will be held at the following venue on Saturday 21st May 9.30am to 12.30pm with Choreographer, Megan Grocott: Whitfield Valley Primary Academy, Oxford Road, Fegg Hayes, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST6 6TD Rehearsals are also at the same venue, Monday Nights 7pm to 9pm and Saturday Mornings 9.30am to 12.30pm For more information, please see SATS Facebook page…
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Victoria Hall

Victoria Hall

Bagnall Street, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST1 3AD Parking (Check the venue website for updates or special 'per-event' parking) There is a car park within easy walking distance from the theatre. The nearest car park is listed below: John Street Car Park Venue Information Accesible Information is available on the below link on the Regent website (at the bottom of the page) https://www.atgtickets.com/venues/victoria-hall/info/ The theatre has a handy seating plan on their website Victoria Hall Seating Plan (Opens In New Window as image) More Information Visit the venue website (opens in new window): https://www.atgtickets.com/venues/victoria-hall/info/
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Barlaston Are Back with “Key For Two”

Barlaston Are Back with “Key For Two”

Barlaston Proscenium Players are back with "Key For Two" a comedy by John Chapman & Dave Freeman The plot centres around Harriet, who decides to solve her financial problems by entertaining two married men on different nights. Problems only arise when her friend Anne arrives, hotly pursued by her husband, one of Harriet's lovers is confined to bed with a sprained ankle, and the second arrives unexpectedly followed by two irate wives in search of their husbands! Directed by Paula Parkinson, the show is running at Barlaston Village Hall starting 7:30pm from 27th April until 30th April. Details of the…
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