Theatre in Manchester and the North
Kristy Stott, Theatre EditorCheck out our updated theatre guide for dynamic new dance, prosecco-popping outdoor shows and must-see musicals.
Factory International’s sensational Spring Season continues at Aviva Studios. There’s still time to catch Robin/Red/Breast, a chilling adaptation of a classic folk horror created by Maxine Peake, Sarah Frankcom and Imogen Knight, before House of Manchester sashays in for three glamorous nights of fierce runway performance.
In contrast, two contemporary dance shows caught our eyes too: a compelling new work by internationally renowned choreographer Hofesh Shechter at HOME and Emergence Dance, a dynamic triple bill by Joss Arnott’s latest cohort of emerging dance talent. Both shows promise to be highlights of the dance calendar.
Additionally – over at Shakespeare North Playhouse – the ever-brilliant Not Too Tame return with their high-octane take on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. Expect riffs, ruffs and riotous partying, alongside Liverpudlian legend Les Dennis as Malvolio.
And aside from the lighter nights and the warmer temperatures, we know that summer is almost certainly on its way with the announcement of open air theatre. An electrifying version of The Gangs of New York, family favourite The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest will play in rep at the lush and magical setting of Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre this year.
Read on for details of these and so much more.
