An intriguing production by Third Angel is on at the Crucible Studio Theatre in Sheffield. The Department of Distractions is written by Alexander Kelly, in conjunction with the cast, writes Alan Payne.
Years before Harry Potter was even a glint in JK Rowling’s eye, Mildred Hubble had children all over Britain dreaming of going to a school where flying broomsticks, mixing potions and casting spells were firmly on the timetable.
Fans missing the comic capers of holidaymakers and hotel workers in TV sitcom Benidorm can catch up with their favourite characters who are touring UK theatres this year.
Mix high-flying action, jaw-dropping 3D fun and brilliant performances from stars Joe Paquale and John ‘Boycie’ Challis with the classic elements of pantomime and you have the recipe for success that makes Peter Pan at Nottingham Theatre Royal a total triumph.
I defy anyone to leave the theatre after watching Nativity The Musical without a smile resembling a Cheshire cat and an aching jaw from all the laughter.
The actor who Freddie Mercury’s dad in the new film Bohemian Rhapsody has recalled the time plays the flamboyant frontman of Queen gave him a tenner for singing outside his house.
