DEMOCRACY FROM WHERE I STAND Comes to The Dutch Church in June
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2024
In 2024, half the world's population will head to the polls in national elections. In the UK, people will be asked to vote in a General Election on 4 July. Democracy is being put to the test in an unprecedented way. LIFT would like us all to have a chat about it.
Rosie Holt Brings THAT'S POLITAINMENT! to Corn Exchange Newbury
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2024
On Friday 12 April Rosie Holt will head to the Corn Exchange Newbury with her brand-new show That's Politatainment! Fresh off the campaign trail of the Edinburgh Fringe, hysterical politics comedian, Rosie is now turning her attention to her constituents across the UK; she will tight-rope the thin line between politics and entertainment.
James Acaster Included in New Shows Announced for Hackney Empire in 2024
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 18, 2023
Artistic Director Yamin Choudury and the whole team at Hackney Empire have announced details of some of the shows and events now on sale for 2024, including comedy, music, spoken word, live podcasts, youth talent shows, charity galas, and youth focussed provision, as part of the Creative Futures programme.
Corn Exchange Newbury Reveals Spring 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2023
Berkshire is set for another incredible entertainment season this New Year, as Corn Exchange announce their Spring 2024 season. The January-April line up includes a diverse host of theatre, comedy, music, dance, and more, from returning classics to exciting new shows, all set to dazzle Newbury’s audiences.
Rosie Holt Embarks On UK Tour in 2024 With THAT'S POLITAINMENT!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 12, 2023
Fresh off the campaign trail of the Edinburgh Fringe, the UK's favourite politician is now turning her attention to her constituents across the UK; hope is not totally lost for British politics as Rosie Holt takes her hit show That's Politainment! to venues spanning the length and breadth of the country.
Edinburgh Comedy Preview Season Announced at The Pleasance
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023
Ahead of their Edinburgh Festival Fringe programme, the Pleasance Theatre Trust present a comedy preview season full of huge comedic names, noteworthy newcomers and international talent at their London home. For audiences that can’t make it up to Edinburgh, or for comedy fans who can’t get enough of their favourites, The Pleasance is the place to be for new and exciting comedy from the UK and beyond.
BUFFY REVAMPED to Embark on 2023 UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 18, 2023
After a critically acclaimed season at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe, Seabright Productions are delighted to present the highly anticipated UK & Ireland Tour of Brendan Murphy’s brand new show.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE CROWN DUAL at the King's Head Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2019
'The Crown Dual', at the King's Head Theatre until 6 April, is by Daniel Clarkson, co-creator of Olivier Award-nominated hit shows 'Potted Potter' and 'Potted Panto', directed by Owen Lewis, an Olivier Award nominee for Morecambe and Wise homage 'Eric and Little Ern'.
BWW Review: THE CROWN DUAL, King's Head Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Mar 15, 2019
The Crown Dual piles laughs upon laughs in a madcap parody of the Netflix show that you don't even need to have seen in order to enjoy this hilarious two-hander.