A one man show celebrating the life and times of "Gorgeous George", the legendary wrestler whose gender-bending persona shocked conservative post-war America and thrust ‘camp’ into the forefront of popular culture.
A 6ft-1-woman-show about an aspiring actress whose head is (almost literally) in the clouds! Hear how dreams of someday playing her idol, the great Marilyn Monroe, have led to some rather comical misadventures!
A no-holds-barred exposé of the arduous journey into adulthood and life choices for disabled people. A one act piece, combining; song, satire, digital scenery, and spoken word, that dares to ask many questions.
Weaving together the lives of a tattoo artist, an autistic boy, his mother, her husband away in the army, and those that want to love them. Woven throughout is a quilt, made as a gift for the boy with autism who loves to dance.
Once upon a time there was a princess who told her "Prince Charming" that she would love him forever. Soon he would take her from first date to self-harming. This is the story of Swingerella - good girl gone bad.
Maggie and Matt are the epitome of ‘normal’. They have normal friends, normal jobs, and a normal cat. Until their lives are turned upside down, sprayed with champagne and lathered in that posh, organic peanut butter.
Come and take a Sentimental Journey down memory lane and listen to some of the classics in Jazz and Blues from Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and more, all stunningly performed by Nataylia. Great music and great vocals.
The World of Charles Dickens has never been more interactive and fun than in this fast moving, audience-led, made-up comedy romp which promises preposterous names, ludicrous coincidences and crowd rousing melodrama!
Maggie and Matt are the epitome of ‘normal’. They have normal friends, normal jobs, and a normal cat. Until their lives are turned upside down, sprayed with champagne and lathered in that pos, organic peanut butter
Box of Frogs present their own brand of high-octane improvised nonsense from audience suggestions. All your favourite improv games, unrehearsed and improvised entirely live. No-one knows what will happen, least of all us! Expect to laugh, expect to be amazed - but most of all expect the unexpected.
Maggie and Matt are the epitome of ‘normal’. They have normal friends, normal jobs, and a normal cat. Until their lives are turned upside down, sprayed with champagne and lathered in that pos, organic peanut butter
Set on the eve of the 1948 Olympic Games in London, the play follows the story of old Martha Britt. Triggered by a visitation from the ghost of her husband Victor who died in the Blitz in Coventry, she embarks on a Dickensian inspired journey through time to discover the true meaning of the Olympic Spirit.
The stories of the five canonical victims of Jack the Ripper highlighting their senseless and cruel slayings and depicting the depravity and violence which formed part of the daily lives of the residents of Whitehall. The killer's identity still remains a mystery baffling historians the world over.
Prosecution and defence counsel await a jury's verdict in the trial of a high profile football manager. Each holds a secret which pose conflict as irregularities in the trial emerge. Two high powered professionals employ all the tricks of the trade to get what each of them wants. Who will win?
Chris drops his key down a storm drain. When he climbs down to search for it he discovers more than he bargained for and meets the mysterious John. A power struggle develops between the two protagonists as they are forced to examine themselves, their beliefs and myths.
Jazz vocalist Annette Gregory presents the songs of Ella Fitzgerald. The show features fresh re-workings and new arrangements of many well-loved jazz songs, as well as presenting some of the most popular jazz standards in a more traditional format - with great swing, improvised solos and sublime vocals.
Chris drops his key down a storm drain. When he climbs down to search for it he discovers more than he bargained for and meets the mysterious John. A power struggle develops between the two protagonists as they are forced to examine themselves, their beliefs and myths.
Winner of 'Performance of the Festival' at Birmingham Fest 2014 and YouTube sensation (with her song “Shopping in Lidl”), Gemma Layton introduces her second dark and quirky character comedy show with video and songs, where some firm favourites return, and some fresh faces make their debut.
Join Mole, Ratty, Badger and their ever excitable friend Toad, as they go on adventures along the riverbank and through the countryside. Filled with larger than life puppets, songs, dances, interactive sets and a huge heap of adventure, this production of the family classic will delight audience of all ages.
Working with an umbrella theme of “not so period dramas” three drama companies from Unfold Theatre (ranging in age from 7 to adults) will be looking at real life dramas that happen around us every day and portraying them on stage in a large scrapbook of theatre.
A laugh a minute comedy about the trials and tribulations of family weddings (we've all been there!). The play revolves around four friends who switch from character to character to play out the story of "Our Kylie's" wedding day.
Frequently lauded as the most accurate, moving and entertaining show ever written about Stan and Ollie, ‘Hats Off To Laurel & Hardy’ has played to packed houses and standing ovations nationwide for two years. A must-see for fans of the comedy legends.
Taken from the Stephen King quote “ Books are a uniquely portable magic”, all of the Unfold Dance Theatre groups have explored their favourite Author or Book through physically challenging and adventurous movement pieces that evoke moods and feelings, taking the audience on a journey of magic and excitement.
Witness the devilish and original legerdemain that Damon Conlan expertly effuses. There will be humour (subject to change) to delight those faced with the harsh realities of a Donald Trump presidential race, miracles of a scientific nature, and chocolate; lots of chocolate.
A dark comedy set in the sixth form of an all-girls private school. School days can be the happiest days of your life – unless the position of Head Girl becomes available. Then it can become the ultimate class wars! And no-one can play dirty like girls!
A dark comedy set in the sixth form of an all-girls private school. School days can be the happiest days of your life – unless the position of Head Girl becomes available. Then it can become the ultimate class wars! And no-one can play dirty like girls!
Going in for a hard tackle on football’s last taboo. Kyle is comfortable with his life as a male escort until the day he is hired by a premiership footballer and finds himself falling in love. But can Kyle maintain a relationship with a closeted footballer in a country where no top-flight players are out?
A dark comedy set in the sixth form of an all-girls private school. School days can be the happiest days of your life – unless the position of Head Girl becomes available. Then it can become the ultimate class wars! And no-one can play dirty like girls!
Set on the eve of the 1948 Olympic Games in London, the play follows the story of old Martha Britt. Triggered by a visitation from the ghost of her husband Victor who died in the Blitz in Coventry, she embarks on a Dickensian inspired journey through time to discover the true meaning of the Olympic Spirit.
Followspot Theatre presents Rachel Cranny in a special one woman show. With the hits of the Broadway Divas such as Memory, On My Own, Maybe This Time, and Don't Rain On My Parade. The title is a nod to the 50th anniversary of ‘Funny Girl’ and the phenomenon that is ‘Wicked’. A must for musicals fans.
It’s raining...again...and Tom and Sally’s house is about to be flooded...again! This year it reaches the ceiling. The rain is showing no signs of abating and before long Tom and Sally are drifting around a flooded Worcestershire looking for dry land. A quirky tragi-comedy of epic proportions!
Meet Millie, a young girl whose family live and work on a secluded lighthouse island. She dreams of exploring, travelling to amazing places and having lots of exciting adventures. A fun-filled family show featuring playful puppetry, interactive sets, imaginative storytelling and much, much more!
Ever wondered what would happen if Shakespeare was kidnapped by a crazed fairy in an enchanted forest? Well, wonder no more. With the fate of the Bard and his mystical infinity quill in the balance, can Shakespeare's heroes save their creator from the evil machinations of Oberon, Lord of Midsummer?
Down the rabbit hole the lights are calling as Alice is falling into a sedative called love. Join her and the Mad Hatter as she escapes over the edge to find the drugs don't work and she is a lost girl in Wonderland.