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Review: SCOUSE RED RIDING HOOD, Liverpool’s Royal Court
by Sarah OHara - Nov 15, 2024

Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre are known for their twists on fairytale classics, including this year’s Christmas production of Scouse Red Riding Hood.

Interview: ‘It’s Fun and It’s Festive’: Lindzi Germain and Lydia Rosa Morales Scully on SCOUSE RED RIDING HOOD
by Sarah OHara - Nov 13, 2024

Liverpool’s Royal Court are bringing their latest twist on a fairytale classic to the stage with Scouse Red Riding Hood.

Nottingham Playhouse, Bristol Old Vic, and More Nominated For UK Theatre Awards 2024; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2024

The nominees for this year's UK Theatre Awards have been announced. The UK Theatre Awards celebrate the very best of theatre across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Check out the full list of nominees here!

Review: LOST SOUL 2, Liverpool's Royal Court
by Sarah OHara - Aug 23, 2024

Brick Up the Mersey Tunnels and Council Depot Blues writer Dave Kirby is back at Liverpool’s Royal Court with Lost Soul 2.

Our Top Shows in Merseyside and Cheshire This Festive Season
by Sarah OHara - Dec 15, 2023

Whether you’re looking for a pantomime, Christmas concert, a musical classic or a spooky story for the festive season, there’s plenty to enjoy at theatres across Merseyside and Cheshire this Winter.

Review: THE SCOUSE DICK WHITTINGTON, Liverpool's Royal Court
by Sarah O'Hara - Nov 16, 2023

It’s that time of year - and Liverpool’s Royal Court are back with their latest festive production, The Scouse Dick Whittington.

Review: BOYS FROM THE BLACKSTUFF, Liverpool's Royal Court
by Sarah O'Hara - Sep 22, 2023

Sat in Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre last night, I watched what can only be described as one of the most magnificent theatre shows I have ever seen in my life. Boys From The Blackstuff brings Alan Bleasdale’s 1982 TV series to the stage in a phenomenal adaptation by Sherwood writer James Graham.

Cast Revealed For BOYS FROM THE BLACKSTUFF at Royal Court Liverpool
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023

40 years after Alan Bleasdale's ground-breaking television series was essential viewing, Stockroom and Liverpool's Royal Court are delighted to present an unmissable, powerful new adaptation by James Graham, writer of the hit BBC series Sherwood.

THE COLOR PURPLE's Cynthia Erivo Wins 2016 Tony Award for Best Lead Actress - Musical
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 13, 2016

Cynthia Erivo has won the 2016 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for her role as Celie in THE COLOR PURPLE.

VIDEO: Cynthia Erivo Performs a Song from THE COLOR PURPLE on THE VIEW
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 3, 2016

On THE VIEW, Actress Cynthia Erivo talks about stepping into the role of Celie in Broadway's 'The Color Purple' and the advice she received from Whoopi.

THE COLOR PURPLE's Cynthia Erivo Leaves Performance Following Act One
by Caryn Robbins - May 25, 2016

It appears that perhaps the events of the last few days may have been just a bit too much, even for a fireball such as Erivo. The

VIDEO: THE COLOR PURPLE's Cynthia Erivo Performs Powerful Rendition of 'I'm Here' on 'Colbert'
by Caryn Robbins - May 24, 2016

Cynthia Erivo gave a powerful performance of 'I'm Here' from Broadway's THE COLOR PURPLE on last night's LATE SHOW on CBS. The role marks the Tony nominee's Broadway debut.

Take Five! Spend Your Afternoon Coffee Break with THE COLOR PURPLE's Cynthia Erivo!
by Marissa Sblendorio - Feb 22, 2016

THE COLOR PURPLE is an unforgettable story of enduring love and triumph over adversity. With a fresh, joyous score of jazz, ragtime, gospel and blues, this stirring family chronicle follows the inspirational Celie, as she journeys from childhood through joy and despair, anguish and hope to discover the power of love and life. This unforgettable and intensely moving new production that has just opened on Broadway months prior, mesmerized audiences when it premiered at London's acclaimed Menier Chocolate Factory, where critics hailed it as 'a revelation' (Mark Shenton, The Stage). Now, this American classic comes to Broadway with a powerhouse cast including celebrated London star Cynthia Erivo, who recreates her electrifying performance as Celie. 

They're Here! Meet the Cast of THE COLOR PURPLE, Opening Tonight on Broadway
by Meet the Cast - Dec 10, 2015

The new Broadway revival of THE COLOR PURPLE opens tonight, December 10, at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre (242 W 45th Street). Scroll down to learn more about the company and watch highlights from the show!

ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK's Danielle Brooks to Make Broadway Debut Opposite Jennifer Hudson & Cynthia Erivo in THE COLOR PURPLE
by Tyler Peterson - May 27, 2015

DANIELLE BROOKS, who plays 'Taystee' on the hit TV show, Orange Is the New Black, will make her Broadway debut as 'Sofia' in the upcoming Broadway musical revival of THE COLOR PURPLE. A graduate of the Juilliard School, Ms. Brooks joins the previously announced JENNIFER HUDSON and CYNTHIA ERIVO in the critically acclaimed staging from London's Menier Chocolate Factory.

DREAMING OF A BARRY WHITE CHRISTMAS Set for The Auditorium, 15 Dec - 3 Jan
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 30, 2014

The show that stormed EchoTwo @ Liverpool's Echo Arena for five nights last Christmas is back by popular demand for a three week run at the Echo Arena's sister venue The Auditorium. Dave Kirby's grown-up festive treat and the only Christmas-themed show in town Dreaming of a Barry White Christmas, will run from Mon 15 Dec - Sat 3 Jan 2015 and tickets are on public sale on Fri 2nd May!

REVIEW: OUR DAY OUT, Liverpool Royal Court, September 24 2009
by Ollie Fielding - Sep 29, 2009

Ollie enjoys a great 'day out' at the Liverpool Royal Court.