Lynn Nottage’s gritty play about the interconnected lives of nine Americans, living and working in one of the poorest towns in Pennsylvania, had all of the potential and material: but, disappointingly, it just didn’t deliver what it should have

Giles Croft’s adaptation of Khalid Hosseini’s novel movingly explores friendship, betrayal, and redemption while also educating and enlightening audiences on the tumultuous political and cultural history of Afghanistan. It is an innovative and immersive piece of theatre that remains poignant and important in today’s climate

Performing across the UK from Edinburgh Fringe to London, Eleanor Haigh embraces the spotlight with a multitude of talent. She breaks down what draws her to the arts and the biggest challenges facing artists today.

UMMTS once again fails to disappoint. Urinetown, despite its name, is a delight (GASP!)

You would have to be mad as a Hatter to not enjoy this Wonder-ful performance by UMMTS

A musical delight that will transport you to a magical land and will make you feel like a kid again

If you have a chance to see Hamilton, do not throw away your shot

Challenging the norms of classical dance since its inception

Ed Edwards’ poignant play follows Thatcher’s Great Britain, with a father and son struggling to get by as they go into business together. The glory days are over for Industrial England, and an uncertain future lies ahead

Kathy and Stella wish you a Happy Howl-oween! – you’ll be howling at this rib-tickling whodunit tale.

Manchester has been named the UK’s ‘most inspiring’ city in a recent study. Read on to find out why

Leaves of Glass pulls back the curtain of the ‘ordinary’ family, exposing a mosaic of memory, manipulation, and heartbreak. This drama is a domestic archaeology, digging deep into the layers of past trauma and guilt.

The RSC’s innovative adaptation of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar falls short of greatness

The Mancunion attended La Clique’s exclusive launch party to celebrate its Northern premiere – and we were absolutely blown away

The University of Manchester’s Musical Society’s rendition of Songs for a New World wows with warm talent

Triumphs and Falls, which was unconventionally performed at Retro, is a strong, complex and relevant play made for a student audience

Tiramisu, which was performed at the University of Manchester SU, is an excellently existential adaptation of Annie Baker’s The Antipodes

The Mancunion reviews Stum, performed by the University of Manchester Drama Society at The Brewers in Gay Village

Having seen The Lion King thrice before, is the magic still there the fourth time?

Ahead of The Lion King’s stellar four-month residency at the Palace Theatre, Disney held an intimate preview event at Sonata Piano & Cabaret Lounge