The Wizard of Oz – interview with The Vivienne

The Wizard of Oz, the musical based on the iconic story by L. Frank Baum, will be arriving at Mayflower Theatre from Tuesday 16 to Sunday 21 January 2024. Here, we talk to The Vivienne, who plays the Wicked Witch of the West. What can audiences expect when they...

Preview: Susie Dent, Theatre Royal Winchester

Fans of the TV gameshow, Countdown, are in for a treat when the Queen of Dictionary Corner, Susie Dent, pays a visit to Theatre Royal Winchester on Saturday 13 January. Susie Dent will take audiences on a journey into the curious, unexpected and surreal origins of the words we...

Preview: The Wizard of Oz, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton

The Wizard of Oz, the musical based on the iconic story by L. Frank Baum, will be arriving at Mayflower Theatre from Tuesday 16 to Sunday 21 January 2024. Michael Harrison, the producer of the smash-hit Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat which thrilled audiences on its UK Tour in...

Southampton Gig Guide – January 2024

By Vicky Greer. Image: Shed Seven by Barnaby Fairley. January is always a slower time for live music, but there’s still plenty to do in Southampton this month. Whether you’re looking for an intimate in-store or a high-energy rock gig, there’s something for everyone to celebrate the start of...

Southampton listings 19 – 25 December

By Neil Glasspool He’s making his list. He’s checking his twice. And he’s somewhat taken aback at the remarkably eclectic mix of events that are on offer in this week’s Southampton listings. This week’s big news is A Christmas Carol at MAST. Billed as ‘a youthful musical to raise...