Theatre in Manchester and the North
Kristy Stott, Theatre EditorWe bring you prize-winning new writing and explosive Edinburgh Fringe breakthroughs alongside classical ballet and big-budget glamour in this month’s theatre guide.
Factory International presents Dark Noon at Aviva Studios in early March. A definite highlight of the season, this is a prize-winning show exploring the brutality of the American Dream. It blew critics away at the last Edinburgh Fringe – don’t miss out. In contrast, Birmingham Royal Ballet return to The Lowry this spring with their stunning fairytale, The Sleeping Beauty – a captivating feast of top-notch dance and storytelling.
And, it’s come around fast…happening this March, Sir Ian McKellan takes on the role of Falstaff in a new adaptation of Henry IV by Robert Icke. Additionally, Dante or Die bring their latest production, Kiss Marry Kill, to Hallé St Peter’s this May. And later in Leeds, we’ve got our eyes on a fresh new production of the groundbreaking classic A Raisin in the Sun, directed by Tinuke Craig.
Read on for details of these and so much more. While you’re here, be sure to check out our full round-up of the best arts and cultural events happening in 2024.