Theatre and performance in Greater Manchester & other places.
This year I saw over 240 pieces of theatre. From those, I've chosen my 10 favourite Manchester shows of 2019. As in previous years, I've focused on productions that either premiered in Greater Manchester or could only be seen here. So I've not included any shows that were passing through on tour or that were [...]
Oldham Coliseum. 26 February 2019. Summer is on its way out, and rays of sunshine are in short supply in Martin McDonagh's darkly comic play set in a small community on the west coast of Ireland. There's plenty of heat generated by the endless chatter between gravedigger Mick, his assistant Mairtin, stoney-faced neighbour MaryJohnny and [...]
Circles & Stalls 