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Shakespeare in virtual reality: is this the future of theatre?
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
A Tough Act to Follow: In conversation with Since September’s Patrick Ralphson
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
Drama society and directing virtual plays during a deadly pandemic
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
Don’t miss the Melanie Martinez livestream show tonight
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’
What’s On: UMDS Autumn Fringe Festival
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.
A Tough Act to Follow: In conversation with Max Hovey
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
Autumn Fringe Festival 2020 Showcase
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
Review: Jesus Christ Superstar, The Concert
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
National Lottery helps bring back theatre in time for Christmas
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
Peripeteia Theatre Company: A Digital Theatre Company.
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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Drama and diversity – a conversation with Cecilia Alfonso-Eaton
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.
Review: The Believers Are But Brothers
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
Coronavirus: What do the new tiers mean for theatres?
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
The history of Black theatre in Britain
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
The shows must go on: where to catch (socially distanced) theatre in Manchester
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
Don’t cry over ‘Don’t Cry for Me Argentina’: musical theatre songs you misunderstood
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
Theatre in crisis? How to support an industry in need
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
Socially distanced theatre: Beverley Knight keeps the fire burning
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
Naya Rivera brought so much ‘Glee’ to our lives
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
Review: We Won’t Fall
6th April 2020

Review: We Won’t Fall

Alexia Pieretti reviews We Won’t Fall at the International Anthony Burgess Foundation