Emily Brontë’s extraordinary novel WUTHERING HEIGHTS unleashed a love that was raw and uncontained, wild, brutal and all-consuming. In this new adaptation by Bruntwood Prize winning writer Andrew Sheridan Cathy and Heathcliff are seen afresh, as unpredictable as the moors and bound by an energy that is palpable. At my favourite theatre venue The Royal Exchange! This pulsing, atmospheric … Continue reading Wuthering Heights Review
Wow! The Royal Exchange never fails to impress with a musical, which is normally performed in a Proscenium space, but the genius of the creative team has presented it in the round space! It's a hearty backstage musical about the gritty reality of show-biz and has the show within a show thing going on which … Continue reading My Thoughts On Gypsy
This Spring/Summer season is an inspiring collection of work programmed under the leadership of former Artistic Director Sarah Frankcom. It embraces the energy and power of new writing, staging plays from established, award-winning writers alongside supporting early career playwrights to realise their work for the stage. Dynamic new directors, who are making waves across the industry, will … Continue reading The New Season At The Royal Exchange
This was my first Shakespeare play, so from my point of view I was interested to know how I would react to a play by Britain’s greatest playwright. The play opens with what looks like a scene from an SAS raid, with actors dressed in modern army uniforms. This was followed by the scene of … Continue reading My Thoughts On Macbeth
There is a Light That Never Goes Out: Scenes from the Luddite Rebellion is a historically and politically charged play that goes 100mph until the very end and leaves you in awe of the outstanding creativity that this piece has. Drawing from real historical letters and devised convosations this piece is very unique. And is … Continue reading There is a Light That Never Goes Out Review
I went to the Royal Exchange to watch Hobson's Choice. It is a hilarious comedy adapted brilliantly by Tanika Gupta. It has been reimagined for an Asian family in Manchester. This play is bursting with energy and heart. The story follows a tailor shop businessman who has 3 daughters that want to break free of … Continue reading Hobson’s Choice Review
Its another great announcement for the exciting upcoming shows at the Royal Exchange! The Royal Exchange is in the heart of Manchester and it is such a great theatre that is worth visiting. Prices at the Exchange are normally very reasonable. There are always £20 seats at the top and the concessions for young people … Continue reading Royal Exchange Theatre Autumn Winter 2019 Season
One of my favourite theatres, The Royal Exchange Theatre is thrilled to announce that their current sold out run of WEST SIDE STORY will return to the stage in 2020 due to unprecedented popular demand. Recognised as one of the world’s most iconic musicals, tickets for Sarah Frankcom’s reimagining of this Broadway classic, with new … Continue reading West Side Story 2020 Encore Info
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