Five Reasons To See… Tony & Twizzle, The Glory Years at the Lowry
August 26, 2008
Award-winning comedy duo LipService – Maggie Fox and Sue Ryding – in association with The Lowry, Salford Quays, lampoon the cult of celebrity in their new show Tony & Twizzle, The Glory Years.
Our showbiz stars Tony & Twizzle take time out to talk to us, giving us their 5 glorious reasons to see their see them live at the Lowry from Mon 8 Sept until Sat 13 Sept!
1. Well, you’ll be in the company of the winners of Celebrity Wheelie Bins – you can’t get more thrilling than that!
2. It’s a fabulous evening of anecdotes and clips from our brilliant careers, such as the 60s gritty Northern film Whistle Down Your Blouse, and the teatime 80s drama series Some Vets Do ‘Ave ‘Em. We sing our hit love song from the 70s and of course play Celebrity Wheelie Bins! We can’t wait!
3. The show brings you the thrills and spills, the ups and downs of life as a celebrity. But we want you all to know that deep down, underneath all this gorgeous showbiz exterior, we’re actually just like you … well, perhaps some of you nicely dressed people. Read more
We Will Rock You tour opens at Palace, March
August 26, 2008
The smash Queen and Ben Elton hit musical We Will Rock You is set to rock the UK with a 43 week regional tour next year opening at the Palace Theatre, Manchester on 20 March 2009 for a twelve week season.
Currently the longest running musical ever staged at the West End’s Dominion Theatre where it is currently playing its seventh year, the musical will rock across the UK whilst continuing to play in London (the Dominion production presently booking until October 2009).
Announcing the tour, Queen’s Brian May said: “We are excited to be able, finally, to send a brand new top class We Will Rock You company out on tour around the UK. We are completely hands on, and will be visiting! The Mother Ship, in the Dominion Theatre, London, will be rockin’ on all the while, keeping the home fires burning, until further notice! “
The show has rocked London’s West End and theatres around the world for the past six years to an audience of well beyond 6 million. With the London production alone having been seen by close on 4 million people, played over 2300 performances, and grossed more than £100 million at the box office, We Will Rock You is well on the way to becoming one of the most successful rock musicals ever. Read more
Review: R.E.M
August 25, 2008
V
enue: Lancashire Cricket Ground
Date Reviewed: 25th August, 2008
R.E.M have survived the force of many critical brick-bats being thrown in their direction. Even leading up to their Manchester gig on Sunday, the press were speculating whether their time as a Stadium band was over, due to below par ticket sales in Cardiff.
Yet, for anyone who witnessed their World class performance at Lancashire Cricket Ground, I am sure they would agree that this great American band are far from over.
As they stride onto stage singing “Living Well Is The Best Revenge” from their return-to-form current long player, “Accelerate” - you cannot help but agree that their peerless live performance is indeed, the best revenge for those who doubted them.
Lead singer Michael Stipe dances robotically sending up his own persona, deftly. On stage, this band seem re-energised and look so thrilled to be performing. This vibe reaches the capacity crowd who seem mesmerised, ready to revisit the band’s back catalogue and their new material, with relish. Read more
Review: The Bench
August 23, 2008
Venue: The Lowry
Date reviewed: 23rd August, 2008
The Bench, written and directed by Joe O’Byrne, is an excellent presentation of a simple but highly effective concept. A bench in a run-down municipal park provides a focal point for the fictional community of Paradise Heights.
A variety of characters meet at the bench and consider taking a range of actions and the play traces the consequences of these actions for the characters and the community.
Ian Curley’s stark set, a vandalised war memorial, well–worn bench and a litter bin, creates a sombre mood and also, via a strategically-placed notice, lets us know where the play is taking place.
O’Byrne creates a strong sense of community and a belief that actions have consequences that must be faced. Although the play comprises a series of short scenes it is constructed so that these relate to each other and so shows the impact of decisions made by individuals upon the wider community. The technique is also dramatically satisfying as it fulfils the epic ambitions of the play, giving off the feel of a novel, as opposed to a collection of short stories. Read more
Win tickets to see Jane MacDonald at the Palace Theatre!
August 23, 2008
This competition has now closed.
The answer is The Cruise and the winners are: Margaret Newton, Marina Wilson and Donna Barber.
Enjoy the show!
The sensational voice of the UK’s greatest Diva Jane McDonald is heading to the Palace Theatre on Saturday 20th September.
THE SHOW:
This amazing show sees Jane supported by her remarkable band and fabulous backing vocalists. Showcasing Jane’s many hits from her record breaking albums, her own compositions and some brand new material. And, of course, Jane’s dazzling frocks.
You simply cannot afford to miss this enthralling night from Britain’s best loved Loose Woman!
HOW TO BOOK:
Jane MacDonald 10th Anniversary Tour
Saturday, 20th September
Palace Theatre
Tickets: £19.50-£28.50
Box office: 0844 847 2275 *
www.palaceandoperahouse.org.uk* Read more
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