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Category: Theatre Shows
Theatre shows in the Midlands
Sunny Afternoon: The Kinks
A 4 star review of Sunny Afternoon at The Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham. A musical looking at the rise of The Kinks.
Q & A with Kevin Finnan MBE, Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Motionhouse
This autumn, Motionhouse brings its brand-new production Hidden to the Birmingham Hippodrome, offering local audiences a must-see highlight of the Birmingham arts and theatre calendar. Known for their breathtaking mix of contemporary dance, acrobatics, and digital projections, Motionhouse continues to redefine UK contemporary dance with bold, visually captivating performances. Ahead of the show’s premiere, we spoke with Artistic Director Kevin Finnan MBE.
Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story
A 5 star show that showcases the life of Buddy Holly.
Mary Poppins at Birmingham Hippodrome
Dazzling performances, magical stage moments, and unforgettable music. A must-see for families – catch it before it flies away on 23rd August! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Marriage Material
A heartfelt and sharply written story of love, tradition, and identity, Marriage Material at The REP Birmingham is a must-see adaptation that will stay with you long after the show ends.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
This isn’t just Tina’s music, it’s her whole story. From heartbreak to triumph, from silence to soul. A show full of power, purpose, and one unforgettable performance after another.
Let The People Sing, Les Misérables
An exceptional performance of Les Miserables from four hugely talented local Midlands theatre groups.
The Croft ⭐️⭐️⭐️
A three star review of a true-story ghost thriller.
Cruel Intentions The ’90s Musical
Sexy, savage, and filled with ’90s nostalgia. Cruel Intentions: The Musical brings all the scandal you remember from the cult film and lots of iconic pop music.