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Full Cast Announced for Johannes Radebe’s UK Tour House of Jojo

Full Cast Announced for Johannes Radebe’s UK Tour House of Jojo

TV dance sensation and international champion Johannes Radebe is thrilled to announce the full cast for the brand-new production Johannes Radebe: HOUSE OF JOJO, following the phenomenal success of his first two sell-out UK and Ireland tours. Johannes Radebe: HOUSE OF JOJO heads to the Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent for one night only on Sunday 26 May 2024. The cast of HOUSE OF JOJO will include dancers Ann Chircop Beck, Shali Bordoni, Kieran Curtin, Jack Dargan, Lowri Evans, Kofi Aidoo-Appiah, Erica Martinelli, Ebby Sama, Charles Tatman & Elle Taylor. Also joining the cast are singers Anthonia Edwards (2022 winner of The Voice UK) & Dalton Harris (2018 winner of The X Factor). Johannes said "I'm over the moon with the…
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Ellen Kent’s Award-Winning Operas Return to the Regent Theatre Stage

Ellen Kent’s Award-Winning Operas Return to the Regent Theatre Stage

Award-winning producer Ellen Kent returns to the Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent in Spring 2024 with the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv presenting stunning classical productions Puccini’s Madama Butterfly on Saturday 2 March and Bizet’s Carmen on Tuesday 9 April. Ellen Kent’s Madama Butterfly, winner of the 'BEST OPERA AWARD' by the Liverpool Daily Post Theatre Awards, returns in a new production with exquisite sets including a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan. One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results. Highlights include the…
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Chicago Returns To The Regent Theatre This November

Chicago Returns To The Regent Theatre This November

CHICAGO THE MUSICAL WILL PLAY AT THE REGENT THEATRE, STOKE-ON-TRENT FROM MONDAY 25 TO SATURDAY 30 NOVEMBER 2024 David Ian for Crossroads Live in association with Barry and Fran Weissler have announced the 2024/2025 UK tour of the multi award-winning musical CHICAGO. Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious…
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Casting Announced For New Vic’s Production Of Ladies Down Under

Casting Announced For New Vic’s Production Of Ladies Down Under

Amanda Whittington’s Ladies Down Under – the sequel to last year’s smash-hit production of Ladies’ Day – will take to the stage at the New Vic from Friday 8 to Saturday 30 March, and sees characters Pearl, Jan, Shelley and Linda set off on the adventure of a lifetime!After winning the jackpot at Royal Ascot, the ladies fly ‘Down Under’. But when they land, each of them finds they are on a very different journey. Shelley searches for glitz and glamour and Jan searches for love, Linda wishes they were back at the fish factory where they work and Pearl deals with an Uluru-sized…
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New Vic Announces One Night Events

New Vic Announces One Night Events

The New Vic has revealed the one-night events set to take place on its stage across April to June, with a range of spine-tingling music, comedy, spoken word and even tap dancing! World-class musicians will spellbind audiences in April and May, starting with Mark Morriss and Adam Devlin from Britpop legends The Bluetones who go acoustic for a special performance on Wednesday 17 April. The duo will be performing classics from The Bluetones’ canon whilst sharing stories, with support from local North Staffordshire poet Nick Degg. Hejira – A Celebration of Joni Mitchell follows on Monday 22 April and sees a seven-piece band comprised…
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Kiln Sparks Residency Is Back!

Kiln Sparks Residency Is Back!

Kiln Sparks, a one-week backstage training programme led by the New Vic in association with New Earth Theatre, returns this summer to provide an exciting opportunity for emerging theatre talents from under-represented groups to gain firsthand experience of working behind the scenes in a midscale producing theatre. The five-day residential course, which takes place at Staffordshire’s New Vic Theatre, aims to expand the industry’s knowledge base for in-the-round theatre making and diversify the pool of Global Majority* backstage personnel. Led by New Vic Associate Director Vicki Amedume and supported by the technical and production teams at the New Vic who…
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Award-Winning Musical ‘& Juliet’ Is Heading To The Regent

Award-Winning Musical ‘& Juliet’ Is Heading To The Regent

After thrilling audiences at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London’s West End from 2019-2023, and on Broadway where it is currently playing at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre, the Olivier and WhatsOnStage Award winning and Tony Award nominated musical & JULIET is embarking on a UK tour including the Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent from Monday 12 to Saturday 17 May 2025. Casting is to be announced. There is life after Romeo! Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as Juliet ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love – her way. Created by the Emmy-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek, this hilarious new…
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Only Fools And Horses Coming To The Regent In 2024!

Only Fools And Horses Coming To The Regent In 2024!

Stick a pony in your pocket – The Trotters are back and coming to a town near you! The smash hit show Only Fools and Horses The Musical – direct from a record-breaking sold-out four-year run in London’s West End – featuring Del Boy, Rodney, Grandad, Cassandra, Raquel, Boycie, Marlene, Trigger, Denzil, Mickey Pearce, Mike the Barman, the Driscoll Brothers and all the gang, is hitting the road in 2024, heading to the Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent from Monday 2 to Saturday 7 December 2024. Based on John Sullivan’s legendary record-breaking television show, this critically acclaimed home-grown musical spectacular – which played over 1,000 performances at London’s Theatre Royal Haymarket…
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Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance: A Spectacular Return to UK Stages in 2024

Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance: A Spectacular Return to UK Stages in 2024

The world-renowned Lord of the Dance is poised to make an exhilarating return to the United Kingdom. After celebrating the 25th anniversary of Lord of the Dance in 2022, Michael Flatley is back with a dazzling revival of his iconic dance extravaganza. The 2024 tour promises to be an extraordinary journey that will captivate audiences again with this record-breaking show. Lord of the Dance, a production that has enchanted over 60 million people in 60 countries on every continent and graced more than 1000 venues, is a testament to Michael Flatley's creative brilliance. It has left an indelible mark on the world of dance,…
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Regent Theatre & Victoria Hall Account North Staffs Mind As Their Charity Of The Year

Regent Theatre & Victoria Hall Account North Staffs Mind As Their Charity Of The Year

The Regent Theatre & Victoria Hall are recognising World Mental Health Day by announcing North Staffs Mind as their nominated charity of the year. Staff from the Regent Theatre & Victoria Hall will be working together to raise funds through different initiatives for this great cause, as well as both venues providing space for the charity to raise money and awareness in their foyers. North Staffs Mind’s mission is to provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They work to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. They are a flexible and enabling organisation, supporting…
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