Monthly Archives: May 2012

Cirque Du Ciel at Darlington Civic – On 31st May to 2nd June

Posted on May 31, 2012 by andybramfitt

The highly-awaited and internationally acclaimed production of ShangHi by Cirque du Ciel returns to the UK, by overwhelming popular demand.  With more than 30 amazingly multi-talented and highly-skilled performers, this marvellous two-hour extravaganza combines acrobatics, modern dance, martial arts, original … Continue reading →

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Dancing Queen at Darlington Civic

Posted on May 24, 2012 by andybramfitt

Karaoke, Talent TV, Jive Bunny and Cruise Ships have a lot to answer for  Billed as a spectacular song & dance extravaganza, Dancing Queen struggles to define itself or even agree on what type of show it is.  Centred, as the title … Continue reading →

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Raining Men at Consett Empire

Posted on May 10, 2012 by andybramfitt

It’s Raining Men – Hallelujah Since The Full Monty there have been many attempts to recreate the earthy realism, coupled with real humour and an insight into the lengths people will go to earn a few extra pounds.  The boom … Continue reading →

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Yes, Prime Minister

Posted on May 10, 2012 by andybramfitt

The new Whitehall Farce, at Checkers  This updated version of Yes, Prime Minster, written by the original creators Antony Jay and Jonathan Lynn brings a non-party specific view of life behind the scenes for the Prime Minister, Jim Hacker and … Continue reading →

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South Pacific at Sunderland Empire

Posted on May 4, 2012 by andybramfitt

  The South Pacific – A vast expanse of emptiness dotted with little island gems The world was a very different place when Rodgers and Hammerstein created South Pacific.  It was larger, less travelled and as such, more mysterious.  Peoples’ … Continue reading →

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Opera Nova at Darlington Arts Centre

Posted on May 3, 2012 by andybramfitt

I have always fancied going to see an opera but whilst I know lots of the really popular tunes, I have always thought I would struggle to follow the story, recognise the characters or understand the plot.  I tried to … Continue reading →

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