Monthly Archives: August 2024

Dracula 2024/25 Tour, Blackeyed theatre company , the centenary production- premier at Derby theatre 17/9/24 -20/924

Posted on August 21, 2024 by garylongden

Blackeyed theatre were last in Derby six months ago for a fabulous revival of : “Oh What a lovely war”. They return for a very special occasion the centenary of the first ever stage production of Dracula which played at … Continue reading →

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101 Dalmations, Wolverhampton Grand Theatre

Posted on August 21, 2024 by garylongden

This is a  new production of the classic children’s story featuring the seminal Cruella de Vill as fiendish  villainous villainess  and, unsurprisingly, 101 dalmations. The tour alternates between Kym Marsh of Coronation St fame, and Faye Tozer of  pop group … Continue reading →

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Heaven 17, Robin 2, Bilston, Wolverhampton 18/8/24

Posted on August 20, 2024 by garylongden

I first saw Martyn and Glen perform as part of the Human League in 1978 at the Rainbow Theatre London supporting Siouxsie and the Banshees. they were terrific. 46 years later had any of that magic evaporated? No, And they … Continue reading →

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Wizard of Oz – Wolverhampton Grand Theatre

Posted on August 2, 2024 by garylongden

***** I first saw the iconic film  in West Virginia, America, as a child, with snow surrounding our house on  Christmas 1966. I was captivated, enthralled and enchanted, even if I didn’t understand it all,  and have loved the show … Continue reading →

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