Even if you know little about the heroic stand taken against Hitler’s regime by the German student Sophie Scholl, you will guess the likely outcome of her act of rebellion. In 1943, she was arrested along with her brother for treason when they distributed anti-war leaflets opposed to the Nazi Government. Emma Rogers, Holly Allan… Continue reading Being Sophie Scholl
Month: March 2024
Burnley theatre group’s golden night
Burnley Youth Theatre welcomed 100 alumni, current and past staff, board members and friends to celebrate its 50th anniversary. It included an exhibition showing magic moments of the organisation’s history, from touring projects to famous visitors and digital screens which hold more than 800 photos from BYT’s archive. A highlight of the evening saw Sir… Continue reading Burnley theatre group’s golden night
The Last Vagabonds
The Last Vagabonds lets us glimpse the unhappy mind of the young student Bill (Teddy Monroe). He’s at odds with the world and uncertain of what he wants or even whom he wants to be with. His wealthy parents try to support him, but he’s not really connected with them despite his dad, the Head… Continue reading The Last Vagabonds
Brown Boys Swim in UK tour
Brown Boys Swim is touring the UK after an Edinburgh sell-out run. Writer Karim Khan examines the pressures that surround young Muslim men today in a coming-of-age tale, produced by The North Wall. Age guidance is 14+ and running time is 75 minutes. It’s at Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough, October 9–10; Contact Theatre, Manchester October 25–-28.
Draining the Swamp
Sir Oswald Mosely is a curious figure in British history: a veteran of the Great War turned anti-war advocate. He was also a popular and charismatic speaker who met with such varied individuals as Adolf Hitler and Mahatma Gandhi, and, above all, did more to popularise fascism in the UK than perhaps any other figure.… Continue reading Draining the Swamp
Liverpool’s Christmas line-up
Liverpool can boast a magical programme of Christmas shows, from concerts with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, to the Wizard of Oz at the Empire. The latter runs from December 13 to January 7 and stars Aston Merrygold as The Tin Man and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner and Dancing on Ice star The Vivienne as The… Continue reading Liverpool’s Christmas line-up
The Trials of Galileo
Galileo sits alone in a room recalling a trial that consigned him to life imprisonment. It is a story that illustrates the ruthless corruption of the Church hierarchy. Tim Hardy gives an eloquent, often witty performance as Galileo, ready to dismiss at least in words the nonsense thrown at him. Speaking of the Jesuits, he… Continue reading The Trials of Galileo
Lighting up Lancaster
Light Up Lancaster returns to the city’s squares and alleyways, creating an immersive world of light art installations, music, art, and dance. The festival is extending its usual two-day duration to a three-day spectacle, November 2–4, from 5PM–9PM. Dalton Square will be lit by city theatre-makers imitating the dog with their project Dear Einstein, an elegy to… Continue reading Lighting up Lancaster
Conversations We Never Had, as People We’ll Never Be
The break-up of two lovers can be a tortuous and painful experience. The memories of old love, and heartache can feel so keen that one could wish it away, along with all the memories. That’s just what’s happened with Gina and Frankie, after a bitter and acrimonious parting. Gina has found a strange pill online… Continue reading Conversations We Never Had, as People We’ll Never Be