Theatre, film and TV watcher. Saw 150 theatre shows in 2025. Reviewer for @WESTENDBF
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An ambitious staging of a classic novel with lots of great theatrical moments @TheRSC . One for admirers of 19th century literature like @readwithsandy
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Described as one of the greatest works in English literature, George Eliot’s respected & beloved novel Middlemarch, set in her Warwickshire homeland, is adapted for @TheRSC's Swan Theatre.
"A worthy literary exercise."
📷 Johan Persson
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Something different to see @TheatreWindsor this week and on tour. Perfect outing approaching Xmas for grandmas and mothers with young girls. 🌟🌟🌟
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Join Ballet Theatre UK in their beautiful re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairytale ballet, The Snow Queen, at @TheatreWindsor this week as part of its tour.
"Plenty to admire."
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Fascinating insight into the creative process with Windsor Words @TheatreWindsor and a new play Guards Up.
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Very excited to see the 60th anniversary programme @WatermillTh which reflects its history and enhances its reputation as one of the most ambitious and creative regional theatres.
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In 2027, the @WatermillTh celebrates its 60th anniversary as a professional producing house with a brilliant season that reflects its history and heritage. We find out more...
📷 Jamie Ledwith
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This week Stage Whispers reflects on the importance of programmes to enhance the Theatre going experience and asks why are these not recognised in the major awards ceremonies?
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A joyous touch of nostalgia in @GreenRoomEnt singalong show starring Tom Carradine and Ben Stock 🌟🌟🌟🌟
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The UK’s best Music Hall acts come to theatres for a unique and entertaining show full of songs and laughter in Don’t Dilly Dally, now touring.
“Utterly charming.”
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Plenty of hilarious moments in a second half of Ghost that escalates in ridiculousness fun as the story develops. A joyous fun film.
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You can catch this tour de force performance from @zebsoanes @WiltsCreative this week and @readingrep next week and we are sure around the UK in 2027. Two halves of Guinness. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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You can catch this wonderful play from @theBarnTheatre on tour around the UK in 2027 . The King’s Speech.
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An exciting ambitious 60th anniversary programme for 2027 @WatermillTh . Once again setting standards for regional theatre to aim for .
A new production of Carousel, featuring actor-musicians is set for next summer. Get all the details whatsonstage.com/news/actor-…
ALT A photo showing a carousel pony, ornate
Recommend you book for @BKL_Productions Twelve Angry Men production on tour around the UK.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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My Stage Whispers this week calls for a proper evaluation by @ace_national on the impact the £1billion of cash they distribute to Arts organisations and especially of the largest recipients who must be held accountable for how they spend the cash.
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The one part @CursedChildLDN has now opened and remains the best theatrical spectacle in West End with a strong emotional father and son narrative which is as magical as the staging. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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The Amazing music of James Brown and wonderful choreographed dance show @WokingTheatre
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Currently playing at @WokingTheatre as part of its tour, The Brown Suite is a new dance show where legendary music, electrifying movement & irresistible soul come together.
"Brilliantly choreographed and synchronised."
📷 Deborah Jaffe
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Pleasure to chat to Vernon Kay about his Pantomime experiences with @Imagine_Theatre and this year'sshow @TrafTheatres Bromley .
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After picking up the Best Newcomer award at the UK Pantomime Awards for his debut performance, Vernon Kay is back for another helping of festive fun, taking on the role of Billy in SLEEPING BEAUTY at @the_churchill.
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My latest Future of Theatre article for @WESTENDBF focuses on the need to support the pathways for Young people into Theatre .
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This week’s Stage Whispers returns to my favourite topic of supporting initiatives to get more young people to engage in Live Theatre and discover the joy and life skills to be got from it.
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Looking forward to following RABBLE theatre process with Toby Davies to bring William The Conqueror to stage in 2027. @readingmuseum
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Besties, on 2 November, REDA, Reading Museum, Reading Borough Council and RABBLE Theatre launch the Year of the Normans: 2027. We find out more...
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Always nostalgic pleasure in hearing the music of Dr Feelgood on stage again.
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Wilko: Love and Death and Rock 'n' Roll, a play with live music, comes to @TheatreWindsor this week as part of its UK tour.
"Stirs happy memories of this wonderful band and its brilliant co-founder Wilko Johnson."
📷 Nick Haeffner
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