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Review: Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em

The stage show based on the extremely popular 1970's TV show written by Raymond Allen, which starred Michael Crawford and Michele Dotrice, crashed, banged and walloped it's way into The Regent Theatre this week. Regularly attracting over 20 million TV viewers, the show depicted the accident-prone Frank Spencer who, despite every fibre of his being, having nothing but good intentions, would find himself in more and more ludicrous situations and infuriating those around him, even occasionally, his long suffering wife Betty Written by Guy Unsworth, it is a very respectful nod to the original concept, but is not a re-imagining…

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Sarah Earnshaw Interview : Some Mother’s Do ‘Ave ‘Em

OnInMy City are joined by Angela Smith from KnotFM in interviewing West End star Sarah Earnshaw We discuss Sarah's career including coming out of lockdown with a specially adapted version of 'April in Paris' by John Godber, working with Ruth Jones on The Nightingales, being a patron of The Welsh National Theatre Orchestra as well as the upcoming tour of 'Some Mother's Do 'Ave 'Em' where Sarah works alongside TV and stage stars Joe Pasquale and Susie Blake amongst others. Some Mother's Do 'Ave 'Em runs from 26th July until 30th July with two matinee performances on Tuesday and Saturday…

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Kai Owen to Return to the Regent Theatre This Christmas in the Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan

The Regent Theatre is excited to announce that Kai Owen will be returning to Stoke-on-Trent this December in this year’s Christmas extravaganza, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan! Kai joins previously announced Panto stars Jonathan Wilkes and Christian Patterson, this year’s spectacular family pantomime will be at the Regent Theatre from Friday 9 – Saturday 31 December 2022. Kai is best known for his portrayal of Rhys in the worldwide hit series Torchwood created by Russell T Davies.  In 2015 Kai was cast as Pete on Channel 4's Hollyoaks. He was involved in an extremely powerful storyline that along with support from the NSPCC gained great acclaim from critics and audiences alike. His other television…

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Massaoke® Is Coming to the Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-trent This Autumn

A brilliant live band plays hairbrush anthems across the decades, accompanied by giant video lyrics – and everyone sings together. MASSAOKE® has toured the world from New York to Adelaide and all across Europe, and played to huge festivals including Glastonbury, Latitude and Edinburgh Fringe. Expect sequins, spandex, dazzling dancers, confetti blasters, and an unforgettable atmosphere. All you need to do is BRING THE SING! There are three spectacular nights coming up at the Victoria Hall, all packed with irresistible sing-along tunes that will have you partying all night long: Saturday 3 September 2022 – Sing The Musicals Gather your friends…

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TODD CARTY IS CAST IN THE 70TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR OF THE MOUSETRAP

Agatha Christie’s iconic thriller is coming to the Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent from Monday 3 to Saturday 8 April 2023 Launching the tour will be Todd Carty in the role of Major Metcalf. Carty has had a long career on stage and screen but is best known for his television roles of Mark Fowler in EastEnders, PC Gabriel Brent in The Bill and Tucker Jenkins in Grange Hill. He has also been a contestant on Dancing on Ice and Celebrity Masterchef. Further casting is to be announced. The genre-defining murder mystery from Agatha Christie, the world’s best-selling novelist of all time, is visiting 70 venues across the UK including the Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent from Monday…

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Rocky Horror Review: Five Star In Fishnets!

Before I write this, I have to confess that I LOVE Rocky Horror Show and have been captivated by it since I first saw it many moons ago. Any theatrical show in which audience contraband is considered to be rice, confetti and water pistols has to be OK with me. The Regent has always been blessed with fantastic productions of this show (whose origins started in the West End on 19th June 1973) and this one is no different. The powerhouse of the musical by the fantastic Richard O'Brien has made its way through 49 years and still leaves audiences…

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Interview: Stephen Webb – Rocky Horror Show

On In My City spoke to Stephen Webb alongside Knot FM's Angela Smith in a joint interview. We chat to Stephen Webb ahead of his appearance at Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in 'Rocky Horror Show'. We also get time to talk about his role, his previous acting credits and his love of motorcycles. Rocky Horror Show runs 13th – 18th June at the Regent Theatre and further details including the link to purchase tickets can be found here https://soundcloud.com/user-863110835/rocky-horror-interview-stephen-webb

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Interview: Ore Oduba

As lockdown eases and theatres begin reopening, Ore Oduba believes The Rocky Horror Show is just the tonic audiences around the country are in need of. “Theatregoers are gagging for a great night out,” says the Strictly Come Dancing champion, who stars in the legendary musical when it hits the road again this summer. “They’re desperate and clawing at the walls, and this show is the perfect remedy to everything we’ve all been through. People want to laugh and be uplifted and to be able to forget about everything for a couple of hours. It’s all about ‘Leave your inhibitions…

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Tony winning musical Titanic comes to Regent Theatre!

The Tony Award-winning Titanic The Musical is making its way to the Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent from Monday 24 April to Saturday 29 April 2023. Produced by Danielle Tarento, Steven M Levy and Vaughan Williams in association with Mayflower Theatre, Southampton, the production is coming to the Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent as part of a UK Tour, 10 years since it made its critically acclaimed debut at Southwark Playhouse in London. Danielle Tarento said: ‘Steven, Vaughan and I are so excited that the great ship Titanic is setting sail on a new UK Tour. I can’t believe that it’s been 10 years since that first production at Southwark Playhouse - it feels like a lifetime ago and…

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Ronan Keating Interview

Angela Smith from Knot FM interview's Ronan Keating ahead of him landing at the Victoria Hall on 9th June as part of his 'All The Hits' tour, the first time he has played in the area since 1994. Ronan reflects on his time in Boyzone, as well as solo success and his upcoming date in Stoke. Audio kindly provided with the express permission of Knot FM For more information on the event, click here A limited number of tickets are available to purchase, to ensure you don't miss out on this one night only event, then click here to go…

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