Menopause the Musical 2 will dock at Manchester Opera House as part of its cruise of the UK – starring Mary Byrne, Jessica Martin, Rebecca Wheatley, and Susie Fenwick

Steel Magnolias is a fun, feel-good and emotional exploration of female friendship, so it’s a real shame the tour has been cut short by three months

Theatre Editor Jay Darcy talks to Jake Quickenden about his achievements and aspirations, ahead of Footloose’s stint in Manchester

Theatre Editor Jay Darcy reviews Aladdin at the Opera House – their first panto in two years – starring Alexandra Burke

Molly Hocking, winner of ‘The Voice’ 2019 has dazzled the music industry with a touching and reflective new single. ‘After the Night Before’ combines piano accompaniment with emotive vocals, producing a melancholy yet transcendent reflection of love’s fragility.