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New Tameside Hospital maternity theatre officially opened
A NEW £5.5 million maternity theatre has been officially opened at Tameside Hospital. The development started earlier this year and…
New Tameside Hospital maternity theatre officially opened
Theatre and hospice team up to bring pre-loved props to stage
A LOCAL theatre and a hospice have teamed up behind the scenes to help bring the stage to life and…
Theatre and hospice team up to bring pre-loved props to stage
Films from around the world come to Delph for Saddleworth Film Society new season
AN EXCITING programme of award-winning films from around the world is coming to Delph as Saddleworth Film Society announces its…
Films from around the world come to Delph for Saddleworth Film Society new season
Tameside pupils shine on stage at Royal Exchange’s Den Festival in Stalybridge
YOUNG performers from across Tameside have taken to the stage with confidence and creativity, delivering original plays in front of…
Tameside pupils shine on stage at Royal Exchange’s Den Festival in Stalybridge
Tameside schoolchildren’s plays to be brought to life at Den Festival
A UNIQUE world premiere of four brand new plays written by Tameside schoolchildren will be performed by a professional cast…
Tameside schoolchildren’s plays to be brought to life at Den Festival
Kym Marsh shines in Abigail’s Party at Manchester’s Royal Exchange Theatre
From pop sensation to soap star and now stage actress, Kym Marsh leads a stellar cast in Mike Leigh’s Abigail’s…
Kym Marsh shines in Abigail’s Party at Manchester’s Royal Exchange Theatre
Mossley’s stars shine bright in uplifting production of Annie
Mossley’s Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society delivers another stellar production with young Sylvie Hoyle leading the cast in a memorable…
Mossley’s stars shine bright in uplifting production of Annie
Practically perfect: Rosie Ashe brings joy to Mary Poppins tour
Veteran stage star Rosie Ashe reflects on a glittering career – from Phantom of the Opera to Mary Poppins, as…
Practically perfect: Rosie Ashe brings joy to Mary Poppins tour
Classic Coronation Street tales at Guide Bridge Theatre
FANS of Coronation Street are in for a treat as Guide Bridge Theatre presents a talk filled with nostalgia, laughs…
Classic Coronation Street tales at Guide Bridge Theatre
A knight to remember: Hilarious new musical debuts in Manchester
Ian Cheeseman reviews the premiere of ‘A Knight’s Tale’ at the Opera House, Manchester, praising its energetic rock vibes, standout…
A knight to remember: Hilarious new musical debuts in Manchester
One Man Two Guvnors delights audiences at Romiley Forum
NK Theatre Arts delivers a side-splitting performance of Richard Bean’s adaptation, transporting audiences to 1960s Brighton with impeccable timing, laughs…
One Man Two Guvnors delights audiences at Romiley Forum
Romiley Operatic Society shines in ambitious production of “Evita”
Ian Cheeseman admits Evita isn’t his favourite musical, but Romiley Operatic Society’s production at Stockport Plaza might just make him…
Romiley Operatic Society shines in ambitious production of “Evita”
Ghostly magic returns to the stage as NK Theatre Arts takes on iconic musical
Ian Cheeseman steps into the world of NK Theatre Arts’ ambitious production of Ghost the Musical, where a passionate cast…
Ghostly magic returns to the stage as NK Theatre Arts takes on iconic musical
Guide Bridge Theatre invites actors to audition for thrilling whodunit
GUIDE Bridge Theatre is set to bring Agatha Christie’s classic mystery ‘A Murder Is Announced’ to the stage and is…
Guide Bridge Theatre invites actors to audition for thrilling whodunit
Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men brings timeless power to Bolton’s Octagon
John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men remains a powerful, poignant story of dreams, hardship, and human connection. As the Octagon…
Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men brings timeless power to Bolton’s Octagon
Romiley Operatic prepares to bring the epic “Evita” to Stockport Plaza
Ian Cheeseman dives into Romiley Operatic’s ambitious production of “Evita,” showcasing local talent tackling Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic musical masterpiece,…
Romiley Operatic prepares to bring the epic “Evita” to Stockport Plaza
One Punch delivers a powerful and emotional blow at HOME
By Charlotte Williams Based on the true story of Scott Akester’s tragic death, One Punch is a hard-hitting and deeply…
One Punch delivers a powerful and emotional blow at HOME
Tameside Hippodrome remains on ‘At Risk’ register while Hyde venue removed
AN ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE theatre has been named on a national at risk register for the 16th consecutive year. But the threat…
Tameside Hippodrome remains on ‘At Risk’ register while Hyde venue removed
Review: National Lottery’s ‘Big Night of Musicals’
By Charlotte Williams- Hi I’m Charlotte and I’m currently studying a masters in drama production. I absolutely love going to…
Review: National Lottery’s ‘Big Night of Musicals’
Local lad George eyes the biggest of stages
THE BREAK -A-LEG column knows more than most the best theatre talent can be found on its doorstep. Here, Ian…
Local lad George eyes the biggest of stages
Bat out of Hell: The musical returns – A rock spectacle like no other
Jim Steinman’s rock-infused masterpiece storms back to Manchester with Glenn Adamson and an electrifying cast. In his latest ‘Break-a-leg’ column,…
Bat out of Hell: The musical returns – A rock spectacle like no other
What’s next for a Musical Theatre fanatic in 2025?
As the curtain falls on 2024, Ian Cheeseman reflects on a year packed with 45 incredible shows, from Broadway blockbusters…
What’s next for a Musical Theatre fanatic in 2025?
Love in the time of tragedy: The true story behind ‘Come From Away’
Ian Cheeseman meets the cast and real-life inspirations behind Come From Away, the poignant musical about kindness, resilience, and an…
Love in the time of tragedy: The true story behind ‘Come From Away’
MAODS delivers a heavenly performance of Sister Act
This week, I had the absolute pleasure of watching Mossley Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society’s latest production, Sister Act. Renowned…
MAODS delivers a heavenly performance of Sister Act
Lovely Jubbly! Only Fools and Horses musical is a triumphant tribute
The cherished humour of Only Fools and Horses is alive and well in this rollicking musical adaptation, currently entertaining audiences…
Lovely Jubbly! Only Fools and Horses musical is a triumphant tribute
Casting Magic: Stockport Operatic’s My Fair Lady shines
In his latest review, Ian Cheeseman delves into the pivotal role of casting in musical theatre, emphasising that while directors…
Casting Magic: Stockport Operatic’s My Fair Lady shines
Sparks Dramatic Society delivers an evening of musical magic
HYDE Festival Theatre was alive with energy as Sparks Dramatic Society hosted their spectacular ‘Evening at the Musicals.’ From the…
Sparks Dramatic Society delivers an evening of musical magic
Dracula to descend on Guide Bridge Theatre this Autumn
THE haunting and timeless tale of Dracula is set to take the stage at Guide Bridge Theatre in Audenshaw this…
Dracula to descend on Guide Bridge Theatre this Autumn
Review: Brassed Off at Bolton’s Octagon: A heartfelt, humorous tribute to Northern grit and glory
IF ever there was a show that Northern Folk should go and see it’s Brassed Off, at Bolton’s Octagon Theatre.…
Review: Brassed Off at Bolton’s Octagon: A heartfelt, humorous tribute to Northern grit and glory
Review: Heartfelt journey back in time at Guide Bridge Theatre
NOSTALGIA permeates the air at Guide Bridge Theatre’s production of ‘Our Day Out’, Willy Russell’s tale of youthful adventure and…
Review: Heartfelt journey back in time at Guide Bridge Theatre
Column: Break A Leg earns its Brass
Break A Leg is proudly sponsored by Counting King THE BREAK A Leg column has finally got some Brass –…
Column: Break A Leg earns its Brass