Theatre Archive
12th February 2021
Shakespeare in virtual reality: is this the future of theatre?
The Royal Shakespeare Company is launching an interactive, online play using the latest in gaming technology, based on Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream
1st February 2021
A Tough Act to Follow: In conversation with Since September’s Patrick Ralphson
Head Theatre Editor Jay Darcy interviews his friend Patrick Ralphson, a former UoM student who recently won Little Mix: The Search with his band Since September
7th January 2021
Drama society and directing virtual plays during a deadly pandemic
Megan Drew accounts her experience directing a virtual play for the Drama Society’s Fringe Festival
17th December 2020
Don’t miss the Melanie Martinez livestream show tonight
Melanie Martinez is following her K-12 Tour – which played Manchester in 2019 – with a worldwide livestream, titled ‘Can’t Wait Till I’m Out of K-12’
10th December 2020
What’s On: UMDS Autumn Fringe Festival
UMDS is putting on a plethora of student-crafted work this week, exploring a range of subjects from race and climate change to experimentations with film7th-13th December.
10th December 2020
A Tough Act to Follow: In conversation with Max Hovey
Head Theatre Editor Jay Darcy begins his influencer series by interviewing influencer, student, blogger, content creator, and mental health and queer activist, Max Hovey
7th December 2020
Autumn Fringe Festival 2020 Showcase
Drama Society is showcasing their autumn fringe festival online to provide a creative platform for their members to show off their work
4th December 2020
Review: Jesus Christ Superstar, The Concert
Olivia Castagnetti reviews a socially distanced, concert version of Jesus Christ Superstar at Regent’s Park Theatre
20th November 2020
National Lottery helps bring back theatre in time for Christmas
Thanks to the National Lottery, Manchester Opera House is able to put on its annual Christmas pantomime! This years performance of Sleeping Beauty stars Jason Manford – with free tickets for NHS staff
12th November 2020
Peripeteia Theatre Company: A Digital Theatre Company.
Introducing a new theatre company who is taking their work onscreen to adapt and made theatre more accessible to all. Read to find out exciting and innovative events taking place such as an Immersive digital experience.
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12th November 2020
Drama and diversity – a conversation with Cecilia Alfonso-Eaton
An Interview with Cecilia Alfonso-Eaton, University of Manchester Drama Society’s new inclusion officer on her values and how she is striving to ensure inclusion within the University’s drama society.
7th November 2020
Review: The Believers Are But Brothers
Head Theatre Editor Jay Darcy review The Believers Are But Brothers on its returns to HOME, as part of its new socially distanced theatre season
23rd October 2020
Coronavirus: What do the new tiers mean for theatres?
Head Theatre Editor Jay Darcy explains what the government’s new Tier system means for theatres – especially those in Manchester
16th October 2020
The history of Black theatre in Britain
Deputy Theatre Editor Dolly Busby discusses Black British theatre from the 13th Century to the last decade, reflecting on pivotal moments as well as the lack of accessible history
12th October 2020
The shows must go on: where to catch (socially distanced) theatre in Manchester
Find out which shows can still be attended live this season, as Head Theatre Editor Jay Darct discusses the Manchester theatres set to re-open with social distancing measures in place
9th October 2020
Don’t cry over ‘Don’t Cry for Me Argentina’: musical theatre songs you misunderstood
Do you cry over Don’t Cry for Me Argentina? Head Theatre Editor Jay Darcy explores the hidden meanings behind notable musical theatre songs that audiences have misunderstood
24th September 2020
Theatre in crisis? How to support an industry in need
Deputy Theatre Editor Dolly Busby tracks what happened to our theatres during the dark months of the national lockdown, explores how they adapted to the virtual world and questions their survival
6th August 2020
Socially distanced theatre: Beverley Knight keeps the fire burning
Olivia Castagnetti reviews Andrew Lloyd Webber and Beverley Knight’s socially distanced pilot performance at the London Palladium
14th July 2020
Naya Rivera brought so much ‘Glee’ to our lives
Theatre Editor Jay Darcy explains why we must not merely mourn Naya Rivera’s tragic death but also celebrate her terrific life
6th April 2020
Review: We Won’t Fall
Alexia Pieretti reviews We Won’t Fall at the International Anthony Burgess Foundation