Theatres - Opening This Week - November 19 onwards

Nov 17 2009 Chester Chronicle

STARTING THIS WEEK

THE BANKRUPT BRIDE (Emlyn Williams Theatre, Clwyd Theatr Cymru, Mold, November 19-21)

THE story of a bridal shop owner whose life is all about getting brides ready for the big day. But her life is on a downward spiral, her business is failing, she believes she will never be a bride and she has a stalker for a boyfriend. When a strange mad enters the bridal shop looking for a size 18 dress, her life is really turned upside down. Visit www.clwyd-theatr-cymru.co.uk or ring 0845 330 3565.

BLACKBERRY TROUT FACE (The Brindley, High Street, Runcorn, November 24)

KERRIE sets about her daily task of preparing Mum’s heroin, Jakey has just about had enough of life in a gang, Cameron is too scared to step outside the front door. One morning, the three teenagers discover a note in the Frosties. Mum has abandoned them: they have been left home alone. A bold, gritty and funny play by Laurence Wilson, which explores the universal themes of family, loyalty and ambition. Suitable for ages 13+. Visit www.thebrindley.org.uk or ring 0151 907 8360.

DAYS OF SIGNIFICANCE (The Lowry, Salford Quays, November 24-28)

The Royal Shakespeare Company return with a critically acclaimed and blisteringly topical play by Roy Williams, one of the UK’s most exciting playwrights. Before they depart for active service, two young soldiers make the most of a drunken night out with friends in an English market town. Their bravado is soon crushed by their tour of duty and the civilian life they return to is now as alien to them as the desert they left behind. Contains strong language, violence and scenes of an adult nature. Visit www.thelowry.com or ring 0870 787 5793.

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 2 (Opera House, Quay Street, Manchester, November 23-28)

THE East High Wildcats are back for more fun as they dive into the fabulous world of Lava Springs Country Club. Join Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay, Ryan and the gang on their summer break. This new show introduces GMTV Search for Troy winner Liam Doyle. Visit www.palaceamdoperahouse.org.uk or ring 0844 847 2484.

INSANE IN THE BRAIN (The Lowry, Salford Quays, November 21)

STREET dance version of One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, presented by the Dance Touring Partnership and performed by high energy dance group Bounce. The show features a soundtrack including Missy Elliot, Dizzee Rascal and Cypress Hill among others. Contains violence and scenes of an adult nature. Visit www.thelowry.com or ring 0870 787 5793.

PIRATES OF THE DAMNED (The Brindley, High Street, Runcorn, November 27)

WHEN a cruise ship is wrecked on a deserted island, Jake Taylor and Angelica Saxon’s trip takes an unexpected detour into danger. Deadly pirates, searching for treasure, pursue the pair and declare war across the seven seas! Will the mismatched pair be able to work together and stop the rise of The Devil’s Jewell before it’s too late? An action packed, swashbuckling adventure that is fun for all the family. Visit www.thebrindley.org.uk or ring 0151 907 8360.

POLES APART (The Lowry, Salford Quays, November 26)

OFFICIALLY, 60,000 Polish people have come to Britain to seek work since 2004. Two British lads, Dan and Mark, reversed the trend to get work in Warsaw. This unique comedy by Mark Whiteley and Daniel Hoffman-Gill is about a 2000-mile adventure from the UK to Poland and explores what it means to be an emigrant. Visit www.thelowry.com or ring 0870 787 5793.

ROBIN HOOD & THE BABES IN THE WOOD (Anthony Hopkins Theatre, Clwyd Theatr Cymru, Mold, November 20-January 23)

THE same team who produced Jack and the Beanstalk and Cinderella - The Panto With Soul return to Mold for what is sure to be another sell-out show. Robin Hood tries to outwit the Sheriff of Nottingham and save the babes and their Nanny and marry Maid Marian. A talented cast of actor/musicians serve up more than 20 rock ‘n’ roll classics along the way. Visit www.clwyd-theatr-cymru.co.uk or ring 0845 330 3565.

SAUSAGE & SAMOSA (The Brindley, High Street, Runcorn, November 21)

EVE, an environmentalist and dry-stone wall expert, is tired of dating agencies and in a last ditch attempt to find her man taps into the Asian culture of arranged marriages. She takes cookery, Asian etiquette and dancing classes - all food for the ultimate blind date and her quest for the perfect man. Ready Steady Cook meets Blind Date and in true Bollywood style, Eve’s fantasy begins as the potential suitors downloaded from Eve’s website are shown. The audience cast their vote by raising a sausage or a samosa card to choose Eve’s perfect Adam. Visit www.thebrindley.org.uk or ring 0151 907 8360.

SCROOGE (Empire Theatre, Lime Street, Liverpool, November 23-28)

LEGENDARY song and dance man Tommy Steele returns to the role of Dickens’ infamous miser, brought to musical life in this spectacular production which features numbers including Thank You Very Much. Visit www.LiverpoolEmpire.org.uk or ring 0844 847 2525.