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The Overtones Announce ‘Good Times’ UK Tour

The Overtones will bring their new tour to the Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent on Thursday 30 November 2023 Multi-platinum selling vocal harmony group The Overtones have announced an extensive UK tour for November and December 2023. Billed as the ‘Good Times Tour’, the group will play the Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent on Thursday 30 November 2023. The four-piece, made up of Mark Franks, Darren Everest, Jay James and Mike Crawshaw, are best known for their exquisite vocals, incredible harmonies, perfectly-timed dance moves and distinctive style. Blending their perfect mix of originality and classic nostalgia, The Overtones feel-good, show-stopping performances have led to a decade of success in which the in-demand group has achieved…

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The MP, Aunty Mandy & Me – Crewe Lyceum Studio

A thought-provoking and critically-acclaimed piece of drama exploring consent, coercion and grooming within the gay male community, comes to Crewe Lyceum Theatre Studio next month. The MP, Aunty Mandy & Me is presented by Emmerson & Ward Productions and Curve, in association with Survivors; a Manchester based charity for survivors of male sexual abuse, and is a bittersweet tale of political campaigns, sexual consent and steam trains. Receiving rave reviews across the country for its biting humour and contemporary social commentary, the show is the brainchild of award-winning writer and actor Rob Ward whose previous play Gypsy Queen did the…

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Regent Theatre & Victoria Hall to partner with Titanic Brewery as Titanic The Musical opens locally!

As Titanic The Musical sails into the Regent Theatre this week, we are very excited to announce that we will be partnering with Burslem-based business, Titanic Brewery, selling two of their bottled products at both the Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall over the coming weeks. The two ales will be their popular Plum Porter – a well-rounded porter with fruity, plum notes over a hoppy backdrop and Steerage Pale Ale – a refreshing, session pale with soft, fruity notes and a sweet malty finish. David Glenwright, Head of Marketing at the Titanic Brewery said, “For nearly 40 years Titanic Brewery has been proud to call Stoke-on-Trent its home, and is named in dedication to…

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Cast Announced For The King And I At The Regent

The multi Tony Award-winning production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s THE KING AND I continues to delight audiences as it tours the UK and Ireland throughout the summer. Seasoned musical theatre star Annalene Beechey (The King And I UK & International Tour/ Marguerite/ Wicked/Phantom of the Opera) will reprise the role of Anna Leonowens, joining Broadway star and film actor Darren Lee (Hackers/Sisters/Chicago/Guys and Dolls) who will play the title role of The King of Siam. This gloriously lavish production is brought to the stage by an internationally renowned creative team under Tony Award-winning director Bartlett Sher (South Pacific/My Fair Lady/To Kill a Mockingbird) and will feature a world-class company of…

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Kevin Kennedy To Star In Rock Of Ages

The producers of ROCK OF AGES are thrilled to announce that KEVIN KENNEDY will star as ‘Dennis Dupree’ in the UK and Ireland Tour of the show when it comes to Crewe Lyceum Theatre from 9-13 May. Kevin Kennedy is probably best known for his portrayal of Curly Watts in Coronation Street. His West End theatre credits include Amos in Chicago at the Adelphi Theatre and We Will Rock You at the Dominion Theatre. Kevin has played both Caractacus Potts and The Child Catcher in the hit musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, becoming the first actor to have played both…

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Appetite and New Vic Theatre Invite Local People to Tell Their Stories for New Plays

Appetite and New Vic Theatre are inviting local people to tell them their stories as part of a project called Punjab to the Potteries. Building on work with local South Asian communities, two scriptwriters have been commissioned to each research and write an exciting new short play based on the journeys of those who have migrated from the Punjab region to the Potteries and surrounding areas. The idea behind Punjab to the Potteries came to life when Appetite met Val Bansal in 2017, who shared his families journey to Stoke-on-Trent with the team. This was followed by the creation of…

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The Hollies UK tour hits Victoria Hall in 2023.

The Hollies have been entertaining audiences for over the last 60 years with their timeless hits such as "Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress)", "The Air That I Breathe", "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother", and "Bus Stop". The band's music has transcended generations and their live performances continue to captivate fans worldwide. The line-up includes powerhouse drummer Bobby Elliott, and singer, songwriter, and lead guitarist Tony Hicks, both of whom are original members of the band. They are joined by lead singer Peter Howarth, as well as bass player Ray Stiles, Keyboardist Ian Parker, and Steve Lauri on Rhythm Guitar. Last year the band celebrated 60 years…

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New Vic and Upswing Team Up To Fuse Circus With Theatre As ‘Circus Comes Home’

The New Vic and award-winning circus company Upswing will begin an annual programme of work fusing contemporary circus with theatre this year, as they develop their longstanding relationship aiming to push the boundaries of the combined artform. Highlights from the first year of the programme will include: Site specific performances of Upswing’s Circus Flavours for audiences and participants of Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke-on-Trent. A new production of the critically-acclaimed Astley’s Astounding Adventures – one of the New Vic’s most successful shows about ‘father of the modern circus’ Philip Astley. Two circus skills summer schools, widening access to cultural opportunities for communities, including young people at…

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‘Ay Up Me Ducks’ – Jonny’s Back!

The Regent Theatre has today announced on Tuesday that Stoke-on-Trent’s favourite panto star Jonathan Wilkes is back for this year’s pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk this Christmas. Returning to the stage from Friday 15 December 2023 – Sunday 7 January 2024, Jonny Wilkes will star in the title role of Jack Trot. In what will be his 19th season at the Regent Theatre panto, Jonny is no stranger to the stage. He has enjoyed a varied career including lead roles in Chicago, The Rocky Horror Show, Guys and Dolls and Grease, and held hosting duties on You’ve Been Framed and Love on a Saturday Night on television. Jonny Wilkes said: “I can’t wait to return to my hometown…

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Kiln Sparks To Inspire Backstage Talent With In the Round Theatre Workshops

Kiln Sparks, a new one-week course as part of the New Vic Theatre’s Kiln Network development programme in association with New Earth Theatre and tiata fahodzi, will provide an opportunity for emerging and entry-level theatre personnel from under-represented groups to get experience working in-the-round at Staffordshire’s New Vic Theatre. The one-week residential course, led by the New Vic’s Associate Director Vicki Dela Amedume MBE, is an initiative designed for entry level sound and lighting technicians; company stage managers wishing to expand their knowledge of technical processes; emerging production managers who would like to expand their technical knowledge and emerging sound…

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