Date Reviewed: 30th March, 2009
Venue: The Palace Theatre

Many people know comedian/actor Rob Brydon for his TV roles in comedies such as Marion & Geoff and Gavin & Stacey. This year, Brydon has been selling out venues without the addition of an ‘&’, as this time he is totally solo and in stand up mode. (more…)

Salford is guaranteed a White Christmas this year as the spectacular stage musical makes its North West debut at The Lowry. Based on the classic 1954 movie, Irving Berlin’s dazzling piece is full of tap dancing, laughter and some of the greatest songs ever written – a magical theatrical experience for the whole family. (more…)

Date Reviewed: 26th March, 2009
Venue: The Palace Theatre

It’s 300 years in the future. Earth is known as Planet Mall and is rigidly controlled by the Globalsoft Corporation. Musical instruments are forbidden and rock music is the stuff of myth and legend. (more…)

Last night was the press night for the hit musical We Will Rock You in Manchester. As well as the rumoured arrival of Robbie Williams (there to support best mate Jonathan Wilkes), Loose Women Denise Welch and Coleen Nolan rubbed shoulders with the likes of Brian May, Roger Taylor and Corrie’s Dr Evil, turned nice guy, Gray O’Brien (AKA Tony Gordon). (more…)

Date Reviewed: 26th March, 2009
Venue: Manchester Evening News Arena

Roll up roll up, the circus is back in town but perhaps not as we know it. Quidam is the story of a nameless passer- by/ stranger depicted by a large man without a head carrying a bowler hat and umbrella who silently moves about the stage at various points throughout the performance. (more…)