Theatre and performance in Greater Manchester & other places.
Review of Blithe Spirit at Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester. Novelist Charles Condomine has invited a local medium and clairvoyant to his home, hoping to gather material for his next book. As they prepare for the séance, he and his latest wife Ruth jadedly exchange jibes about their previous relationships. Although their new maid’s shortcomings are [...]
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 [...]
10 September 2019. Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester. When Danny and Roberta meet, two troubled souls collide. Their chance encounter in a Bronx neighbourhood bar is more beer-fueled brawl than romantic spark. He's all angry and covered in bruises, while she's one step away from boiling over. Play With Fire know how to pick an interesting [...]
Circles & Stalls 