Theatres - Starting This Week - July 28 onwards

Jul 24 2011 by Michael Green, Chester Chronicle

STARTING THIS WEEK

DINNERLADIES (Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, August 1-6)

VICTORIA Wood’s hit BBC TV sitcom is brought to the stage in a world premiere UK tour starring Andrew Dunn and Sue Devaney from the original series. Follow the reluctant love story of Bren and Tony, egged on by Dolly, Jean. Twinkle and Anita. Visit www.ambassadortickets.com or ring 0844 871 7649.

DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS (Venue Cymru, Llandudno, August 1-6)

THE million-selling album is now a West End smash hit musical. Relive the greatest time of your life with this rockin’ rollin’ musical inspired by the hit albums. In 1961, emotions run high as talented young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win the hearts of their adoring female fans - especially the gorgeous Sue. Featuring a host of hit songs including Let’s Dance, Only Sixteen, Three Steps To Heaven, Runaround Sue and many more. Visit www.venuecymru.co.uk or ring 01492 872000.

MR STINK (The Lowry, Salford Quays, August 2-14)

DAVID Walliams, star of Little Britain, has written the smelliest book of all time which now breaks new ground in this scratch ‘n’ sniff production. Chloe has no friends until she meets Mr Stink, the local tramp. When her mother starts campaigning to rid the streets of homeless people, Chloe must find Mr Stink a secret hiding place. But is there more to him than meets the nose? Call 0843 208 6000 or visit www.thelowry.com.

ROMEO & JULIET (St John’s Church, Vicars Lane, Chester, July 30)

DESPITE its tragic climax, Romeo and Juliet remains a summer favourite for outdoor Shakespeare productions.

And Say Two are bringing the star crossed lovers to Chester for a performance in the historic garens at St John’s Church. Call 01772 452361 or visit

www.saytwo.co.uk for details.