By Charlotte Ndupuechi. Southampton amateur theatre company Maskers Theatre has done it again, delivering a sell-out show that left audiences delighted — and last night’s final performance of Educating Rita proved exactly why. Willy Russell’s sharp, much-loved script was handled with confidence and clarity. The chemistry between the two...
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Review: Friends! The Musical Parody, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
By Melanie Adams. (AKA Ken Adams). It’s the one where they make a musical parody of arguably the most iconic show of the 90s. And I have to admit, as a huge fan of the series, I almost gave this a miss because surely it would be as disastrous as...
Review: Peter Pan, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
By Sally Churchward. Anyone who is at least a semi-regular attendee to the Mayflower Theatre’s pantomime will have come to know what to expect and this year’s delivers just that. It is a spectacular show, with tight performances, striking costumes, an impressive ensemble, a comedian and some big name...
Mary Poppins is back! Interview with local cast member Darcy Finden
By Nick Mabey. Cameron Mckintosh’s production of Mary Poppins returns to Southampton’s Mayflower Theatre on 27th August for a jam-packed thirty performances in 24 days. For Poppins aficionados (yes I’m a proper fan boy) it’s a chance to relive the timeless magic of the flying governess and for anyone...
Review: Peter Grimes, Welsh National Opera – Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
By Martin Brisland. Benjamin Britten’s 1945 opera Peter Grimes saw the young composer’s emergence as a fully formed musical dramatist, and it remains his defining work. A near capacity Mayflower Theatre audience witnessed a real treat with one of the Welsh National Opera’s best productions (30/4/25). Fisherman Grimes is...
Review: Hamilton, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
By Graham Hiley. Photos by Danny Kaan. If you’ve never seen Hamilton then you really do need to be in the Room Where It Happens. If you have already seen this magnificent musical, You’ll be Back. And if you have been living under a rock and have no idea...
Review: Picture You Dead – Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
By Dan O’Farrell. The crime genre has been a massively popular feature of British cultural life since the first Sherlock Holmes stories rolled off the Victorian printing presses. TV schedules are still awash with ‘whodunnits’, murder-mysteries and increasingly dark thrillers, and crime fiction remains the most reliably high-selling flavour...
Review: Hey! Christmas Tree, Minerva Theatre, Chichester
By Graham Hiley. If only my new grand-daughter was a couple of years older! She would absolutely love Hey! Christmas Tree at Chichester’s Minerva Theatre. Aimed at three to seven-year-olds this charming story is the perfect introduction to theatre for younger children. In fact, it is something of a...
Blue Apple Singers to perform at Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market
Blue Apple Theatre’s Singers will be spreading festive cheer with a performance of seasonal songs at the Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market on Monday 2 December at 5pm. The Blue Apple Singers are known for their heartfelt performances. The performance promises to add to the magic of the market, showcasing...
Review: An Officer and a Gentleman, The Musical – Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
By Nick Mabey. Opening night of a five-show stint at The Mayflower, Southampton and a near-capacity crowd was treated to an enthusiastic and emotional performance of the adapted iconic 1980’s film (25/6/24). An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical was conceived and first performed in 2012. After a stop-start...