By Martin Brisland. More than sixty years on from its debut, this classic satire about war still has power to shock and to thoroughly entertain. Blackeyed Theatre’s first-rate production of Oh What A Lovely War set in World War 1 is highly relevant today given the threats to world...
Preview: Houdini’s Great Escape, Theatre Royal Winchester
Theatre lovers and fans of physical comedy, chaos and magic can enjoy Houdini’s Great Escape coming to Theatre Royal Winchester from Thursday 22 February. It tells the story of Houdini, the world’s greatest entertainer, whose death-defying escapology stunts have him on the cusp of a career-defining performance for King...
Road to Victorious returns
It’s back! Last year saw the launch of Road To Victorious, an exciting competition open to bands based within the PO postcode area. Crystal Tides were the worthy winners, shortlisted from hundreds of talented applicants within the PO postcode, and went on to win your votes! Their prize saw...
Preview: Blood Brothers, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
The legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers, returns to Mayflower Theatre from Tuesday 27 February to Saturday 2 March 2024. Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins separated at birth, who grow up on the opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with tragic consequences. When Mrs...
Preview: Friend (The One with Gunther), Theatre Royal Winchester
Friends fanatics will be delighted to hear that the award-winning parody, Friend (The One with Gunther), is coming to Theatre Royal Winchester on Friday 9 February. The show, which celebrates the much-loved 90s TV series – all ten seasons, 236 episodes – retells the stories of everyone’s favourite characters,...
Food Review: Késarum, QE2 Mile, Below Bar, Southampton
By Joy McKay. There has been so much hype about this restaurant it had genuinely made me suspicious, but with 30% off for Veganuary it seemed worth a try. Késarum is an 100% vegan, modern Indian restaurant providing a seasonal menu with many locally sourced ingredients. Situated on what’s...
Suzi Quatro to headline the Wickham Festival
Rock Goddess Suzi Quatro is set to headline a star-studded line-up at this year’s Wickham Festival. The American legend will join the Levellers, Seth Lakeman, Tony Christie and many more at the popular event which runs from August 1-4. The Detroit-born singer will top the bill on the Friday...
The Big Give is helping Birmingham Royal Ballet to restore costumes
Money raised through the Big Give is helping Birmingham Royal Ballet to restore the wonderful costumes of Sir Peter Wright’s beautiful production of The Sleeping Beauty – a jewel in the crown of Birmingham Royal Ballet’s repertoire as it celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, with the costumes in...
Preview: Seriously Collins, Theatre Royal Winchester
Fans of the musician Phil Collins are in for a treat when the celebratory show, Seriously Collins, comes to Theatre Royal Winchester on Thursday 8 February. The show, celebrating the music of the award-winning singer-songwriter and rock band Genesis, is packed with fan favourites including In The Air Tonight,...
Preview: Stuff and Nonsense: Pinocchio, MAST Mayflower Studios, Southampton
A new adaptation of Carlo Collodi’s classic story from Stuff and Nonsense, Pinocchio, visits MAST from Tuesday 13 to Thursday 15 February ,and has all the elements of the story we all love and much more besides, as it unpicks the broader themes of this timeless story. The story...