MC – Cerys Nelmes – ‘She has got two gurt milk churns and an acre behind’ – The Wurzels
Tom Lucy – “Outstanding young comic and one to watch. Headed for great things!” Harry Hill
Still only 20 years old, Tom Lucy is one of the youngest professional comedians in the world. Having already established himself on the UK comedy circuit at clubs such as The Comedy Store, The Glee Club and Komedia, Lucy has had a remarkable impact on the scene since his first gig at the tender age of 16.
This extraordinary play is the story of the five unmarried Mundy sisters, eking out their lives in a small Irish village in 1936.
It is August, the time of the Festival of Lughnasa, a traditional harvest celebration that contains much drunkenness and dancing. However, while the community around them participates in these festivities, the Mundys remain isolated. Their existence is spare, interrupted by brief, colorful bursts of music from the radio — their only connection to notions of romance and hope.
The action of the play is told through the memory of Michael Evans, as...
Sisters Amy and Scarlett need some headspace to make some big decisions. So when their mother Judy surprises them with a luxury spa weekend, you might imagine they’d be thrilled. But you haven’t met their mother. In the claustrophobic environment of a remote hotel, Judy’s domineering ways threaten to derail her daughters’ efforts to get their chaotic lives back on track.
‘Me Time’ is an all-too relatable comedy with a healthy dollop of farce, which touches on themes of modern narcissism, familial dysfunction, generational conflict and intimate waxing.
Brexit, benefits, broken homes and bickering are only a few of the issues examined in this new original play by Matt Roberts.
Set within the 4 walls of a local pharmacy, this one room comedy/drama features two opinionated, strong willed and polarised members of staff.
As they witness the ailments and sicknesses of the public, they may be able to administer the medicine, but can they find the remedy for the the ills of Britain?
Performed by Middle-Weight Theatre Company and directed by Tom Stabb; whose previous work...
A delightful stage version of Jane Austen’s earliest novel
Catherine Morland loves a good novel and the more ‘horrid’ it is the better. At 17, she’s taken by her aunt to Bath where she encounters the social whirl denied her at home and befriends Isabella Thorpe and her boorish brother, John. She also meets the charming but eccentric Henry Tilney with his sister Eleanor and works hard to get to know them better. However, John Thorpe has other plans and is determined to have Catherine for himself. Following a string of deceptions, Catherine finally sees through his tricks and lies....
The UK-based Encore Dance Company specializes in presenting skilful, well-rounded, young dancers, performing in a multitude of versatile styles. Under the direction of Antony Dowson (former Royal Ballet Principal), the 17 strong cast perform a range of diverse dance works including Elite Syncopations choreographed by Sir Kenneth MacMillan with the music of Scott Joplin and an extract from the ballet Traces by Cathy Marston (former Director of the Bern Ballet in Switzerland). Other notable Choreographers include Egor Menshikov and Christian Alozie (Flawless).
Based on the best-selling book by Dick King Smith A play by David Wood Directed by Michael Fentiman
Meet the lovable Babe in a heart-warming tale of friendship, adventure and bravery.
When Babe arrives at Hogget’s Farm he is taken in by the trusty sheep dog Fly and discovers a talent for herding. With the help of his adopted Mum, our polite piglet soon wins over the most suspicious of sheep. But can a small pig make it in a dog’s world, and when his farmyard friends are in trouble can Babe save the day?
Using stories and other things that are secret, Count Arthur Strong, showbiz legend, pays tribute to one of the best musicals he can remember. Uniquely recreating the salient and poignant moments for your enjoyment. Plus something else. Don’t miss this amazing event.
Richard Herring, King of the Edinburgh Fringe, Metro columnist and the UK’s Podfather (RHLSTP, AIOTM) picks his favourite routines from his 12 one-man shows and crams them into 90 minutes for your delectation. From his deconstruction of the genealogy of Christ to him proving that racists are less racist than liberals, via some of the best knob jokes in the business. Will your favourite routine make the cut? A great introduction to this influential cult comedian for the newcomer and a welcome greatest hits for long term fans.
