Hope behind bars – new writer’s debut shines light on men’s mental health
Darrel Bailey (Daniel), Aimee Powell (Naomi), Corey Weekes (Ty), David Webber (Leroy). Photo credit Nicola Young. After Sunday, written by Sophia Griffin, directed by Corey Campbell. At the Belgrade Theatre from 15 -25 October. Review by Amanda Burden It’s the hope that gets you, as they say. Hope that things will get better, hope your luck may turn, hope that this is the year your beloved local football team will finally claw its way back to the Premiership (please, please,
Amanda Burden
54 minutes ago2 min read
Powerful, emotional and sensitive - The Abbey's Jesus Christ Superstar
Jesus Christ Superstar at The Abbey Theatre. Photo courtesy of the Abbey Theatre. Jesus Christ Super Star at the Abbey Theatre from 15-18 October 2025. Lyrics by Sir Tim Rice, music by Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber. Performed by Nuneaton Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society. Review by Margaret Mather. This rock opera is as fresh today as it was when it first opened in 1971 on Broadway. The story is timeless and tells of the days leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus (played brill
Margaret Mather
2 hours ago2 min read
Sisterhood and activism collide in new 70s musical
Top: Rochelle Rose, Veronica Carabai, Alexander Bellinfantie, Tomos Eames. Bottom: Gerel Falconer, Fahad Shaft, Chante Faucher, Alan Drake, Casey Bird. Black Power Desk written by Urielle Klein-Mekongo in collaboration with Gerel Falconer. Directed by Gbolahan Obisesan. Musical Composition by Renell Shaw. At Warwick Arts Centre on Tuesday 14 October 2025 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Review by Amanda Burden This week my social media news feed has been dominated by wobbly red lines on th
Amanda Burden
20 hours ago2 min read
Tales from The Cursed House!
Paul Bovey (Caretaker), Daniel O'Hara (Charlie), Shannon Lee (Becky.) Photo by Mark Smithers. Tales from The Cursed House by Katie McGee, performed by The Saints at Allesley Village Hall, Coventry from 14 – 18 October 2025. Directed by Katie McGee and Lindsay Stringer Pring. Review by Ann Evans It’s not every review where I’ll start by praising the writer of the play, nor drawing attention to the concept of this fabulously entertaining two-and-a-half-hour production. But in t
ann-evans
21 hours ago4 min read
Being Different Makes You Stronger
The cast of the Lightning Thief. Photo by Johan Persson. The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, at the Belgrade Theatre, Coventry from 14 – 18 October. Music and lyrics by Rob Rokicki and directed and choreographed by Lizzi Gee. Review by Heidi Barber. This first-ever UK tour of the Percy Jackson musical is based on the bestselling book series written by Rick Riordan (with over 180 million copies sold worldwide). Percy Jackson’s story has been adapted into both fi
Heidi Barber
1 day ago2 min read
British Motor Museum shortlisted for a Green Spark Award
Brick Bank donation. Photo courtesy of the BMM. The British Motor Museum has been shortlisted as a finalist for a Green Spark Award at the Power of Place: Midlands Museum Awards 2025. The Awards celebrate museums that show commitment to sustainable practices, in any aspect of their work, from sustainable exhibitions to innovative energy management. The Museum was nominated for the development of its Brick Bank scheme, collecting pre-loved LEGO® bricks, collating them into “ki
Tanya Aspinwall
2 days ago2 min read
Half term fun at the British Motor Museum
Photo courtesy of the BMM. The British Motor Museum is inviting families to enjoy an adventure of sounds, science and sustainability...
Tanya Aspinwall
3 days ago2 min read
Sweet Sorrow's Dr Faustus at The Bear Pit
The cast of Sweet Sorrow's Dr Faustus. Sweet Sorrow Theatre Company present Dr Faustus at The Bear Pit Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon, from...
ann-evans
4 days ago1 min read
Feeling Good - Black is the Color of My Voice
Florence Odumosu. Photo courtesy of the production company. Feeling Good - Black is the Color of my Voice, written and directed by Apphia...
Heidi Barber.
5 days ago2 min read
Father Figure - Junkies at the Albany Theatre
(L to R Langley Howard and Nigel Fairs as Adam and Mike. Photo Nick Bamford) Junkies, performed at the Albany Theatre, 10 October 2025....
David Court
5 days ago2 min read
A Spirited Performance - The Book of Darkness & Light at the Albany
Darkness & Light Poster The Book of Darkness & Light, performed at the Albany Theatre, 9 October 2025. Review by David Court. As the days...
David Court
6 days ago2 min read
Mary Shelley - her story
Susannah Foy as Mary Shelley. Photo courtesy of Lanternfish Theatre Co. Lanternfish Theatre Company presents Mary Shelley. A new...
Ashley Hayward
6 days ago2 min read
A night at the ballet - Swan Lake
Imperial Classical Ballet, Swan Lake. Photo courtesy of the Ballet. The Imperial Classical Ballet, at The Belgrade Theatre 8 and 9...
ann-evans
Oct 92 min read
Don't mention the nose!
Cyrano de Bergerac (Adrian Lester) and Roxane ( Susannah Fielding). Photo by Marc Brenner. Cyrano de Bergerac, by Edmond Rostand, in a...
Heidi Barber.
Oct 82 min read
Musical celebrating ‘best of humanity’ up next at Rugby Theatre
Cast of Come Away From. Photo by Martin Pulley. Come From Away at Rugby Theatre from 17-25 October. Directed by Mark Tolchard. Preview...
Rosie Fuller
Oct 82 min read
Making a Killing - the hangman and his apprentice at The Albany
Making a Killing at The Albany Theatre. Making a Killing by Ben Kernow, inspired by the diary of Frantz Schmitd, at the Albany Theatre,...
ann-evans
Oct 71 min read
Sophocles’ Electra - A Raw, Riveting Reimagining of Greek Tragedy
Image created by Lucy Barriball and Greg McLeod. Playbox Theatre present Sophocles’ Electra at The Dream Factory, Warwick, from 6 – 8...
ann-evans
Oct 71 min read
Saints present Tales from the Cursed House
The Cursed House in rehearsal. Photo courtesy of The Saints. The Saints Drama Society present: Tales From the Cursed House. Written by...
ann-evans
Oct 61 min read
Mary Shelley reflects on her life
Lanternfish Theatre Company presents Mary Shelley. A new one-woman play by Tony Peters. Performed by Susannah Foy. Lighting and video...
ann-evans
Oct 52 min read
