Midland Players’ The Perfect Murder – 23 September 2026, University Of Sheffield Drama Studio Review by Paula Turner. One of the interesting things about being a theatre reviewer is that it means you see productions you normally wouldn’t have gone to. Like ‘The Perfect Murder’, based on a story by Continue Reading
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Hasland Theatre Company’s Happy Families – 14 September 2026, Chesterfield Playhouse
Hasland Theatre Company’s Happy Families – 14 September 2026, Hasland Playhouse Review by Nicola Bourne. Hasland Theatre Company kicked off their new season last night, at The Playhouse, with their production of John Godber’s 1991 play, Happy Families. Its autobiographical storyline, which conveys relatable tales of the playwright’s family tensions, Continue Reading
Denys Edward Players’ Blithe Spirit – 27 May 2026, Dronfield Civic Hall
Denys Edward Players’ Blithe Spirit – 27 May 2026, Dronfield Civic Hall Review by Nicola Bourne. Having seen, over the years, various incarnations (pardon the pun) of this Noel Coward classic, I was aware of the wacky storyline, but more than happy to watch a new production unfold on stage Continue Reading
Hasland Theatre Company’s Jerusalem – 18 May 2026, Chesterfield Playhouse
Hasland Theatre Company’s Jerusalem – 18 May 2026, Chesterfield Playhouse Review by Nicola Bourne. Jez Butterworth is known for his sharp social commentaries and for incorporating dark humour, mythology, strong language and chaos. This play, Jerusalem, is no different and is already being called a modern classic! It is, for Continue Reading
Ecclesall Theatre Company’s Dr Jekyll & Mr hyde – 12 May 2026, Ecclesall Parish Hall
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Dronfield Players’ Home I’m Darling – 25 March 2026, Dronfield Civic Hall
Dronfield Players’ Home I’m Darling – 25 March 2026, Dronfield Civic Hall Review by Claire Stanley. ‘Home I’m Darling’ is a witty and thought-provoking play by Laura Wade. The Dronfield Players version being directed by Sarah Betts. Not knowing what to expect tonight, apart from it being a piece that Continue Reading