Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the Regent Theatre, Hanley, took me back to my childhood and my love of musicals. This show is a delightfully nostalgic journey for all ages, offering a quintessentially British blend of charm, wit, and eccentricity. It’s a performance that effortlessly revives the magic of the much-loved 1968 classic film, giving fans…
Review: Pretty Woman The Musical at The Regent Theatre
Welcome to Hollywood, what’s your dream? Based on the 1990 cult-classic movie of the same name, Pretty Woman The Musical has landed in Hanley’s Regent Theatre, transporting you straight into Hollywood Boulevard following sex worker Vivian Ward (Rebekah Bryant) and filthy rich businessman Edward Lewis (Oliver Savile). A chance meeting when needing directions, Edward and Vivian negotiate a…
Review: Madagascar The Musical at The Regent Theatre
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…
An Officer and A Gentleman the musical at The Regent Theatre
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…
Review: Jesus Christ Superstar at The Regent Theatre, Hanley
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….
Why you should invest in a Stackers jewellery box
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…
Calendar Girls the Musical at The Regent Theatre Hanley is a rollercoaster of emotions
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…
Hilariously entertaining – Sister Act the Musical at The Regent Theatre, Hanley
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…
A Mesmerising Dive into Nostalgia: The Ocean at the End of the Lane at the Regent Theatre Hanley
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…
Review: Dirty Dancing at The Regent Theatre
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…