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23/07/2026
I must admit, while being familiar with the story of Orpheus and the Underworld, I wasn’t previously familiar with the musical interpretation, Hadestown. Hadestown is a musical by Anaïs Mitchell. Hadestown weaves together two Greek myths: the romance of Orpheus and Eurydice and the troubled marriage of Hades and Persephone. Set in an era of depression…
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There are musicals that entertain, and there are musicals that remind us of the very best of humanity. Come From Away definitely belongs in the latter category, and Ipswich-based Limelight Performers’ production at the New Wolsey Theatre proves that locally produced theatre can deliver storytelling every bit as moving and polished as its professional counterparts….
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Suffolk’s biggest and best loved outdoor theatre event, Theatre in the Forest, returns this summer to the National Trust’s Sutton Hoo with a beautiful production of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night! Red Rose Chain’s Theatre in the Forest event is known for bringing together audiences of all ages under the stars for inventive, fun and whacky…
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Everyone is familiar with the 1978 film Grease, starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. It spawned a string of chart-topping hits and became one of the most loved movie musicals of all time. However, the story actually began in 1971 as a stage musical, created as a nostalgic homage to American culture in the 1950s….
Read More about Review: GreaseSo the season finale (Two Sisters close for the August break) includes plenty of music plus the return of a nationally and internationally famous author Kicking off with a cabaret evening of music and poetry from Black & White Productions – Summer Of Love celebrates what it says on the tin – not just the…
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CTC is also widely recognised across Suffolk for its national award-winning productions. This summer, the spotlight turns to Grease the Musical at The Apex—and expectations are sky-high. Packed with unforgettable hits, high-octane choreography, and the rebellious spirit of Rydell High, this production promises to be a bold, electrifying celebration of youth, energy, and nostalgia. Audiences…
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Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 The Musical remains one of the most entertaining and relevant modern musical comedies, and Riverside Musical Theatre Company’s latest production at the Riverside Theatre, Woodbridge, delivers a thoroughly enjoyable evening packed with laughter, energy and heart. Based on the much-loved 1980 film, the story follows office workers Violet (Samantha De…
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The Reduced Shakespeare Company prove that the works of the Bard are certainly not boring when they take on his complete works in one evening! William Shakespeare, one of the greatest playwrights and poets in the English language, left behind a complete body of works that includes 39 plays, which continue to influence literature and…
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Since its founding in 2009 by Bridie Rowe, CTC College of Performing Arts has grown from a modest local initiative into one of Suffolk’s most dynamic performing arts institutions. What began as summer workshops in a local school hall has evolved into a fully-fledged training hub, shaping the next generation of performers with ambition, professionalism,…
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For a special half-term treat: Get ready to Shake It Off, with ‘Taylor Fever’, on Tuesday 26th May! This show is packed full of Taylor Swift’s most popular songs, including ‘Karma’, ‘Antihero’, ‘Cruel Summer’, and many more. If you (or your little ones) enjoyed ‘K-Pop Forever’ at The Spa, on Easter Monday … You’ll love…
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