You know those shows that completely exceed your expectations? That’s exactly how I felt after watching Lord of the Dance the 30th anniversary at the Regent Theatre in Stoke-on-Trent. This is the second time I’ve been fortunate enough to watch the show after hearing plenty about it over the years, but seeing it live is something…
Review: Waitress at The Regent Theatre
On Monday night, I had the pleasure of going to see Waitress the musical at The Regent Theatre in Hanley. And like a deep filled cherry pie – it did not disappoint. Waitress tells the story of Jenna, a talented pie maker and waitress who finds herself pregnant with a baby she never wanted, trapped in…
Review: Cinderella, The Regent Theatre’s 2025 pantomime
If Christmas in Stoke-on-Trent had a soundtrack, it would be laughter echoing around the Regent Theatre – and Cinderella delivers it by the bucketload (and occasionally by the toilet roll). Front and centre is Jonathan “Johnny” Wilkes as Buttons, marking an incredible 21 years in panto at the Regent. At this point, Johnny is Christmas at the theatre. He knows…
Review: Kinky Boots at The Regent Theatre
Kinky Boots strutted into Hanley’s The Regent Theatre with enough electricity to light the whole of Stoke-on-Trent, delivering a production bursting with humour, heart, and high-heeled glamour. Based on a true Northampton shoe-factory story that inspired the film in 2005, the musical celebrates individuality, acceptance and the courage to step into the unknown. The story…
The Percy Jackson Musical – The Lightning Thief at The Regent Theatre review
When I went to watch The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, I expected a fun, quirky take on the book – but what I didn’t expect was how much heart and relatability would come through on stage. The story starts with Percy Jackson, played by Vasco Emauz – a boy who feels like the world has…
Boys from the Blackstuff at The Regent Theatre
Boys from the Blackstuff is currently at the Regent Theatre in Hanley and if you want a show that makes you laugh, cry and grabs you by the throat then this is a must see. A powerful, gut punching adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s TV show with a stellar cast including Emmerdale’s Jurell Carter as Loggo and…
Review: War Horse at The Regent Theatre
War Horse at the Regent Theatre, Hanley hit just as hard, if not harder, the second time I watched it. You’d think knowing what’s coming would make it easier. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t. The emotional gut punches still land, the puppets still blow your mind, and that beautiful, heartbreaking story about a boy and his horse still tugs…
Ay up me ducks, Jonny Wilkes is back as Dick Whittington for The Regent Theatre panto
This year’s annual pantomime at The Regent Theatre saw Jonathan Wilkes in his 20th show as Dick Whittington with Kai Owen as King Rat and the very much welcome return of Christian Patterson as Sarah the Cook. This year the trio came out stronger than ever before delivering a fast paced, hilariously funny performance with…
Review: Only Fools and Horses The Musical at The Regent Theatre
Last night I had the absolute pleasure of seeing Only Fools and Horses: The Hit Musical at the Regent Theatre in Hanley, and let me tell you, it was an absolute belter. From the moment the curtains went up on the familiar market stall set, you’re transported straight to Peckham. It’s a proper cockney opening, setting the…
Review: Ghost the Musical at The Regent Theatre
This week, Ghost: The Musical made its way to The Regent theatre in Hanley bringing with it an unforgettable mix of romance, suspense, and spectacular musical performances. Based on the iconic 1990 film which starred Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, and Whoopi Goldberg, the stage adaptation takes the timeless love story and elevates it with stunning…
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