Regional
As much as we don’t like the word regional, we really couldn’t think of anything better! This is the home of all our reviews from around the country to show theatre doesn’t just happen in London and Edinburgh.
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Review: Dear England, Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield
A slickly choreographed production which feels authentic, with wonderful staging and engaging performances.
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Review: The Seagull, Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
An unflinching examination of love in all its many hues, from the sublime to the unbearable.
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Review: The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe, Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield
A thoroughly enjoyable and faithful adaptation of this children's classic, with a wonderful set and stirring, folky music.
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Review: Consumed, Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse
Great performances from the four actors in this darkly comic drama exploring the interplay and acrimony between generations.
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Review: Dancing at Lughnasa, Crucible Theatre, Sheffield
Dancing at Lughnasa is the first production at Sheffield Theatres directed by the new Artistic Director, Elizabeth Newman. The play is set in Donegal in 1936 and tells the story of the five Mundy sisters who live together in the…
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Review: Military Wives – The Musical, York Theatre Royal
A funny and moving celebration of the power of community with creative stagecraft throughout.
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Review: Sugarbye, Tobacco Factory, Bristol
A sassy new 90s TV show musical where the audience decide the ending, complete with a host of original songs written by Rachel Walker Mason and a light-hearted and relevant script by Eloise Hodder.
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Review: Dear Young Monster, Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse, Sheffield
This is a unique piece of theatre describing one person's trans experience with honesty, authenticity and power. An extraordinary autobiographical performance from Pete MacHale.
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Review: Theo In Between, Leeds Carriageworks Theatre
A confused and abstract production which ineffectively explores gender identity, but could have potential with further development.
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Review: The Vagina Monologues, Crucible Theatre Sheffield
Thought provoking and powerful monologues performed non-verbally by talented actors, but surtitles detract from full audience engagement.