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Tuesday, June 24, 2014

One-man gardening play Old Herbaceous grows on audiences by David Ward

The props include compost, the plot comes with gardening tips and the star, Peter Macqueen, is also stage manager and scene-shifter. Here's how he takes the show on the roadIt's 3pm on a Fri…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:00AM
Sunday, September 22, 2013

Robert Robson obituary by David Ward

Artistic director of the Lowry theatre and arts centre with a vision to 'bring the world to Salford and Salford to the world'Robert Robson, who has died suddenly aged 58, was the artistic di…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:27PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Keswick's Theatre by the Lake stars in Cumbrian horror by David Ward

Thespians always in need of the limelight, and the funding it can bring, find an unexpected ally in a crime writer with a penchant for careful research. Emeritus Guardian colleague David War…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:00AM
Thursday, June 30, 2011

Victoria Wood recalls a historic day for Manchester music by David Ward

Victoria Wood's new play takes its inspiration from a childrens' choir she loved. David Ward recalls the poignant reunion of the original singersOn 19 June 1929, 250 singing children – 190…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:50PM
Sunday, December 12, 2010

Robin Thornber obituary by David Ward

Manchester-based Guardian theatre reviewer respected by leading playwrightsFor almost 30 years until he retired in 1996, Robin Thornber, who has died of cancer aged 66, wandered the north a…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:08PM

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Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
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Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
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