Following a couple of weeks ago, when I got the chance to see BATS (Basingstoke Amateur Theatrical Society) rehearsal of Come From Away, this week I got the chance to see the finished show - and what a show it was! If you want to read my thoughts on the rehearsal prior to the final … Continue reading BATS’ Come From Away | Rivaling The West End, This Is BATS At Their Finest!
Come From Away is a hit musical that has played in countless places across the globe, and is now hitting the Haymarket Theatre stage in Basingstoke, running from November 18th until November 22nd. Basingstoke Amateur Theatrical Society (BATS) are currently in rehearsals getting this show ready for the stage (with shows beginning in just 9 … Continue reading BATS Is Ready To Welcome Everyone To The Rock! | BATS Is Bringing Come From Away To Basingstoke!
Strictly Murder is a play perfect for fans of Midsummer Murders and Murder She Wrote - aka a cosy murder mystery. Except it’s a lot more than just that. There’s definitely a murder, plenty of drama and twists, but one thing is for sure - this play is far from strictly anything! Note: Whilst I … Continue reading Strictly Murder Review | Intruguing, Dark and Dramatic
Bush Theatre is a venue known for showcasing stories that are not only hugely emotive but are also impactful and explore themes and issues being faced daily. Miss Myrtle’s Garden, currently making its world debut at London’s Bush Theatre, is no exception to this. Poster image for Miss Myrte's Garden. All photo credits and rights … Continue reading Miss Myrtle’s Garden Review | Powerfully Emotional, Sensitive, Honest and Poignant
Disclaimer: I wrote this review shortly after seeing the show for the first time and intended to share it after press night. When I saw the reviews, I initially decided not to publish it as my opinion largely contrasts with the majority. Now I have decided to share my review. The Great Gatsby is a … Continue reading The Great Gatsby Musical Review | Captivating, Spectacular, Gatsby to the Nth Degree
Loud music, bright lights, and a cast dressed to the nines - key ingredients for a night out at the theatre! The rehearsals are over (read about them here), and now BATS (Basingstoke Amateur Theatrical Society) have taken to the stage and are putting all they’ve got into their latest production, Rock Of Ages. To … Continue reading BATS’ Rock Of Ages | Bold, Brash, Cheeky And Charming: A Surefire Way To Have A Rip-Roaring Night Out | Theatre Review
Rights to poster go to original owners In a time where LGBTQ+ rights are seemingly a consistent matter of debate, Lavender, Hyacinth, Violet, Yew is a new British play making its world debut at Bush Theatre that demonstrates the importance of amplifying queer voices, theatre, and why allyship is so important - even more so … Continue reading Lavender, Hyacinth, Violet, Yew | A Special And Memorable Play That Leaves A Lasting Impact | Review
Following their rehearsal (which you can read about here), Basingstoke Amateur Theatrical Society (BATS) have once more hit the stage and are dazzling audiences with their production of Nativity The Musical. Photo from Front of House Photography, used with permission from BATS. Based on the movie beloved by many, it may be argued BATS had … Continue reading BATS’ Nativity The Musical | Wonderful Christmas Fun; Sparkling, Shining and Magical | Theatre Review
A dark exploration of one therapist's own personal struggles with her mental health, Surfacing is a chilling play currently running at Omnibus Theatre until 1st June before going on to Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud until 8th June. Disclaimer: I was gifted press tickets to the show in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts in this … Continue reading Surfacing | A Haunting and Poignant Piece of Theatre | Review
Previously on this website, I shared my thoughts on Pentabus Theatre’s The Silence and The Noise, an excellent piece which has since gone on to win the Off West End Award for Best Online Production (Read my thoughts on that show here): Pentabus Theatre continues to make fantastic theatre accessible, whilst also celebrating their 50th … Continue reading Driftwood | A Sensitive and Intimate Piece of Theatre | Theatre Review
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