Theatres - Starting This Week - August 4 onwards

Aug 1 2011 by Michael Green, Chester Chronicle

STARTING THIS WEEK

ALICE IN WONDERLAND (Alexander’s, Rufus Court, Chester, August 4)

A TRIP down the rabbit hole is just one of the events to look forward to as Alexander’s in Chester hosts a week of drama, spectacle and performance to celebrate 20 years of alternative arts at the venue. Kicking off the week are Off The Ground with their production of this Lewis Carroll classic. Call 01244 340005 or visit www.alexanderslive.com.

ANSWERING TO THE GOVERNOR (The Lowry, Salford Quays, August 6-7)

WHEN Jim, a teacher at a Catholic primary school, tells an eight-year-old boy that he doesn't believe in God, the ramifications are massive. Hauled in to a meeting with the Chair of Governors and the Headmaster, Jim must prove that what he said to the child was meant in the best of faith. Can he convince them? Call 0843 208 6000 or visit www.thelowry.com.

HER BENNY (Floral Pavilion, New Brighton, Wirral, August 17-20)

THIS is a rags to riches, feel good, family musical, following the fortunes of Victorian urchin Benny and his little sister Nell, as they rely on courage and love to survive on the hard streets of Liverpool in the late 1800s. Call 0151 666 0000 or visit www.floralpavilion.co.uk.

ROARY THE RACING CAR (Empire Theatre in Lime Street, Liverpool, August 6)

THE number one little race car zooms into theatres for the first time. It’s the day of the Champion of Champions race at Silver Hatch and Roary is all set to battle it out with Maxi, Cici and all the other cars to win the race. Farmer Green has created some new biofuel to make sure this race is the fastest and greenest ever. But Flash has his eyes on that fuel for his skateboard and Big Chris seems more interested in baking a pizza than preparing cars for the race. Call 0844 847 2525 or visit www.liverpoolempire.org.uk.

ROARY THE RACING CAR (Venue Cymru, Llandudno, August 7)

THE number one little race car zooms into theatres for the first time. It’s the day of the Champion of Champions race at Silver Hatch and Roary is all set to battle it out with Maxi, Cici and all the other cars to win the race. Farmer Green has created some new biofuel to make sure this race is the fastest and greenest ever. But Flash has his eyes on that fuel for his skateboard and Big Chris seems more interested in baking a pizza than preparing cars for the race. Visit www.venuecymru.co.uk or ring 01492 872000.

THE WOMAN WHO COOKED HER HUSBAND (Forum Studio Theatre, Hamilton Place, Chester, August 11-13)

KENNETH and Hilary have been married for nearly 20 years when he begins an affair with another woman. At first, Laura seems to be everything he could dream of but there’s a problem - she can’t cook. With jealousy and betrayal on the menu, Hilary invites them round for a dinner they’ll never forget. Tip Top Productions present Debbie Isitt’s hit comedy which contains scenes of a sexual nature and strong language. Ring 01244 341296 or visit www.chestertheatre.co.uk.