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Madagascar the Musical at the Regent Theatre in Hanley delivers a vibrant adaptation of the beloved DreamWorks animated film. The story follows four eccentric Central Park Zoo animals—Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, and Gloria the Hippo—who find themselves unexpectedly shipped to Madagascar. As they navigate the wild, they encounter an array…

What a way to spend bank holiday Monday, taking a little trip down memory lane as An Officer and A Gentleman came to The Regent Theatre. The first thing I said when flicking through the programme was “what a fab soundtrack, right up our street… Blondie, Madonna – it’s basically my Spotify playlist.” Set in…

Tuesday saw the opening night of the legendary Jesus Christ Superstar at The Regent Theatre in Staffordshire. Having never seen the film or musical performance I was unsure of what to expect but the Passion of the Christ is a story we are all familiar with – and what an experience the stage show was….

I’m possibly the most organised and simultaneously unorganised person on the planet. In my world of organised chaos, my jewellery would often find itself thrown onto trinket trays in every room of the house, only for me to forget which tray I’d left my favourite earrings on, or where I’d put the necklace I wanted…

If you’re in need of a night that will have you both laughing and reaching for the tissues in equal measure, look no further than Calendar Girls The Musical at the Regent Theatre, Hanley. This heartwarming production, led by an exceptional cast, takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions – but one I’d get straight…

After very little sleep and a day at work, watching Sister Act: The Musical at the Regent Theatre Hanley was just what I needed – it was an absolute blast that paid homage to the much-loved film while giving it a fresh, lively twist The cast was a dynamic bunch of all-dancing, all-singing talents that…

I just had the most fantastic night at the Regent Theatre, in Hanley, where I was invited to the opening night to see The Ocean at the End of the Lane. What an experience. This play was an absolute rollercoaster ride. Little did I know when I stepped into the auditorium the mesmerising journey I…

Step aside, folks, because Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story on Stage just danced its way to The Regent Hanley, leaving me tapping my feet long after the final curtain fell! This high-energy production, featuring the sensational duo of Kira Malou and Michael O’Reilly, along with an outstanding ensemble, seamlessly transports you to the summer…

A golden curtain, and a compilation of the songs I remembered from the film greeted the audience last night at the Regent Theatre, Hanley and from the minute the curtain rose, the audience were transported to the dazzling world of Siam. The storyline of “The King and I” is a captivating exploration of cultural differences…

I grew up watching Annie the Movie on repeat as it was one of my younger sister’s favourite films. The old VHS tape was so well worn we used to get flickering lines on the tv. We watched it so many times, every song was embedded and we would sing every word off by heart….