Reviews
The Grand Babylon hotel – The New Vic Adapted by Deborah McAndrew from Arnold Bennetts original script Directed by Conrad Nelson with photographs courtesy of Andrew Billington Here is a summary of the performance which has gone out on air today …. Based on a simple story line – Nella Racksole wants steak and Bass […]
New Vic Theatre production in association with Claybody Theatre By Arnold Bennett Adapted for the stage by Deborah McAndrew Directed by Conrad Nelson Nella Racksole wants steak and beer for her birthday treat, but these are not on the menu of the exclusive Grand Babylon Hotel – so her American Railroad Millionaire father obligingly buys […]
The New Vic Theatre – BIG BIG SKY Written by Tom Wells – Directed by Bryn Holding Beautiful Photographs courtesy of Andrew Billington Big Big Sky, a beautiful play set in Kilnsea, a small village by the sea. The complete play is set in the beach café – and what a fantastic set. I […]
We are well blessed with theatre in our area – including theatre groups that you can join such as the Mow Cop Players and Audley Theatre. We also have the New Vic, in Newcastle, our theatre in the round, with a full itinerary of great plays and productions, all year round. This Saturday, ‘Big Big […]
Whatever Happened to Phoebe Salt – New Vic Theatre Written by Arthur Berry – Directed by Abbey Wright Photographs courtesy of Andrew Billington When you walk into the new Vic and see the ‘in the round’ stage set, feel the atmosphere, you always know that you are in for a good night! To add to […]
New Vic Production By Arthur Berry Directed by Abbey Wright Photographs courtesy of Andrew Billington A world premiere production Born and raised in the industrial heartland of Stoke-on-Trent, Phoebe Salt spends her days working in the meat market, trapped in a daily grind of blood and bone. After work, yearning for glamour and adventure, she […]
Photo credit Matt Crockett The opening night on this West End show which is currently undertaking its first UK Tour was filled with anticipation. I, along with several others, were not sure what to expect. However, this show was an absolute delight. From entering the theatre, the set was visible, and artists began to slowly […]
Theatre Review – Rocky Horror Show Regent Theatre – 6th May 2025 ‘The Rocky Horror Show’ opened at the Regent Theatre this week to a colourful, sexy lingerie clad audience who were ready for a fun filled night of singing and laugher. Its 52 years since Richard O’Brien’s shocking and crazy show’ which pays homage […]
New Vic Theatre – The Last Quiz Night on Earth – by Alison Carr. Photographs courtesy of Andrew Billington Something quite new for The New Vic – usually so perfectly scripted and followed to the letter with every word and pause in the right place – this play relies on the audience who are […]
At the moment there is a new play at the New Vic – its called The Last Quiz Night on Earth … it sounds like a great play – very interactive with audience participation and lots of great music. Jane had the pleasure of chatting to three of the cast last week … Lisa Gorgin […]
