Disney on Ice: Princess Wishes (MEN Arena, Manchester, September 30-October 4)

Sep 30 2009 by Will Harris, Crewe Chronicle

DREAMS will come true at the MEN Arena in the new Disney on Ice production, Princess Wishes. Ariel, Cinderella, Belle, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Jasmine and Mulan are all on hand to entertain adults and children alike in a collection of enchanting Disney stories told through artistic skating and acrobatics. A show spokesman said: “With the help of the magical pixie Tinker Bell, the Disney princesses embark on an adventure to find their heart’s fondest wish. This is a truly magical show.” Shows start at various times and tickets are £11.50-£33.50, phone the box office on 0844 847 8000.

The Rocky Horror Show (Regent Theatre, Hanley, September 28-October 3)

TICKETS are still available for the wackiest and naughtiest musical around. Richard O’Brien’s cult masterpiece features timeless anthems such as Sweet Transvestite, Damn It Janet and the pelvic-thrusting Time Warp. Theatre spokesman Dave Bradbury said: “Ready to thrill you with its frothy fun and naughty moments, this is the boldest bash of them all, so sharpen those stilettos for the rockiest ride of your life!” Shows start at various times and tickets are £13.50-£29.50, phone 0844 871 7649 to book.

Grumpy Old Women 2 (Opera House, Buxton, October 1)

IT’S time for grumbling and griping at the Buxton Opera House on Friday as three of Britain’s funniest women return to the stage. A new show stars comedienne Jenny Eclair, the original grump and star of many grumpy shows including the West End run and the tour of Australia. Joining her is former Coronation Street actress Wendi Peters and queen of soap and stage Susie Blake. The show features vital tips on getting through the gloomy days in the grumpy way, including beauty on a budget. There is also how to be ‘dance appropriate’ and the joy of fresh air. The show starts at 7.30pm and tickets are £20, phone the box office on 0845 127 2190.

Julian Clary: Lord of the Mince (Gatehouse Theatre, Stafford, October 3)

CAMP comedian Julian Clary takes his latest tour to Stafford on Saturday. The 50-year-old has made a long career for himself in television and writing by playing on his stereotypical style and utilising the comic effect of innuendo an double entendre. Of his show, he said: “I, Julian Clary, have done for mincing what Michael Flatley did for Irish dancing. I’m 50, the shame of it. This will be an intimate evening – a celebration, no less, of my 25 years in the camp spotlight, how I got there and why I refuse to leave. Come and see me before they end up putting me in a home for tired old knackers!” The show starts at 8pm and tickets are £20, phone the box office on 01785 254653.