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Review – Death on the Nile – Theatre Royal Brighton and National Tour

Death on the Nile has long been celebrated as one of the Agatha Christie’s most intricate and atmospheric mysteries, and the 2026 theatre touring production proves that this classic still has the power to captivate modern audiences. From the moment the curtain rises at The Theatre Royal in Brighton, the production immerses the audience in a world of glamour, intrigue, and simmering tension, delivering an experience that feels […]

01/04/2026

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Review – Rosie: A New Musical – Adelphi Theatre, London

London’s West End has long celebrated larger-than-life personalities like Rosie, who features in a new musical based on the true story of Rosie Boote. Presented as a semi-staged concert performance at the Adelphi Theatre, this new work already feels destined for a full theatrical run. Even in this pared-back format, Rosie proves utterly captivating — an evening of wit, warmth, and musical brilliance that leaves the audience cheering. […]

19/03/2026

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Review – Marie and Rosetta – @Sohoplace, London

Marie and Rosetta at Sohoplace is the kind of show that quietly rearranges your understanding of music history while you are having a great night at the theatre. Rather than presenting a sweeping biographical piece, the play zooms in on a single rehearsal between gospel legend Sister Rosetta Tharpe and a young Marie Knight. That tight focus gives the story a sense of intimacy rarely found in jukebox […]

09/03/2026

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Review – Top Hat the Musical – The Congress Theatre, Eastbourne

Top Hat the Musical arrives in Eastbourne like a gust of warm, champagne-fizzed air, bringing with it the kind of polished, feel-good entertainment that seems increasingly rare. Adapted from the beloved 1935 film starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, this stage musical leans wholeheartedly into elegance, escapism, and old-fashioned theatrical charm — and for the most part, it succeeds beautifully. From the outset, the production establishes a glossy […]

17/02/2026

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Review – 2.22 A Ghost Story – New Theatre, Cardiff

The stage is set, a normal kitchen and dining area in an average house, however this play concerns itself with the less than ordinary, and the tension that builds throughout the play is already in the air and the digital clock is already ticking. 2.22 A Ghost Story opens with Jenny a mother played by Shvorne Marks home alone taking care of her new baby and using a […]

17/02/2026

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Review – Double Indemnity – National Tour

The stage adaptation of Double Indemnity is an ambitious and stylistically confident production that manages to translate the shadowy allure of classic noir into a theatrical setting. Starring Mischa Barton in the central role, the play offers a largely successful reimagining of a familiar story, blending seduction, ambition, and moral decay into an evening that is both engaging and thoughtfully performed. From the outset, the production establishes a […]

16/02/2026

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Review – The Bodyguard the Musical – Palace Theatre, Manchester

Currently touring the UK, The Bodyguard tells the story of global phenomenon singer Rachel Marron and her relationship with her new bodyguard: former secret service agent, Frank Farmer. Initially clashing, each expecting to be ‘in-charge’ of the other, their bond grows stronger and stronger as Frank strives to protect Rachel from an unknown stalker. With one of the most sudden starts in musical theatre history, the show holds the audience from the second […]

21/01/2026

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Review – Aladdin – Orchard West, Dartford

With the kids now broken up from school, home until the New Year and getting under the grown-ups feet as they are trying to finish getting everything ready for the big day, is there anything better you can do than take a couple of hours break with the family and enjoy watching the firm Christmas tradition of Pantomime - Oh no there isn’t. Aladdin at Orchard West is a lively, feel-good pantomime that delivers exactly what a festive family audience wants. Bursting with colour, comedy and audience participation, it creates a warm and joyful atmosphere from start to finish with lots […]

21/12/2025

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Review – Sleeping Beauty – Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells.

The pantomime Sleeping Beauty at The Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells, is a sparkling festive triumph that perfectly balances tradition, spectacle, and contemporary fun, delivering an evening of pure theatrical joy for audiences of all ages. From the moment the curtain rises, the production envelops the theatre in colour, music, and infectious energy. The Assembly Hall proves itself once again to be an ideal home for pantomime, its […]

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