This review marks a real milestone for Review Culture. The journey began back in 2020, when founder, reviewer and photographer Andy Evans was asked if he would review a production of Oliver! at Grimsby Auditorium for Curtain Up Productions. Six and a quarter years, a pandemic and two new knees later, Review Culture has arrived at it's 200th review. Reviewer Andy has gone from a retired teacher to an MA in theatre and became a doctor with a PhD in Drama in 2025. During this jo

The Louth Playgoers have fully embraced the Disney ethos with their latest production, an ambitious choice - The Little Mermaid - based on the 1989 animated feature film and the later stage adaptation from 2008. They bring a big, bright, beautiful family show to the stage under the watchful direction of Jamie Harris, assisted by Hayley Wrightam, with musical direction by Simon Percy and choreography by Nicky Wright of Louth's Studio 2000. It is an absolutely glorious feast fo

I was transported back to 1970's Essex whilst watching Caxton Theatre’s production of Abigail’s Party, by Mike Leigh. Sartre espoused the concept that Hell is other people, Mike Leigh builds neatly upon this concept. Beverley and Lawrence have arranged a little soiree for their neighbours. It all begins very well, despite the incredibly cringe-inducing social one-upmanship on display. Beverley and Lawrence seek to persuade everyone that they enjoy the perfect married life, th

Well, after an extended break from reviewing to have yet another knee replaced, I visited the Caxton Theatre to see their latest offering, Home by David Storey directed by Michael Mayne. This is a play which is quite remarkable, having had it's premiere in 197- at the Royal Court Theatre, starring John Gielgud and Ralph Richardson. At the time it proved divisive, dealing with issues of mental health decades before it became something that is now a staple discussion in societ

Every year, families across the Grimsby region look forward to what the Auditorium has in store for them with its annual pantomime. This year is no exception. The Press Night audience loved the show and the audience was rocking with laughter and dancing in their seats as Chris Moreno returns to weave his unique Christmas magic for families of all ages. In recent years, the Disney incarnation of the classic story dating back to 1740 has dominated stages up and down the land, f

The Caxton Players’ production of Goodnight Mister Tom unfolds on the Caxton Theatre stage with a warmth, poignancy, and emotional clarity that make it an outstanding piece of community theatre. Rob Till’s direction is confident and deeply compassionate, shaping the story into a vivid, living experience that resonates from the opening moment to the final, tender scene. The story of the evacuees of World War 2 is a (more than familiar) one. At its time of greatest peril, the

Tonight was a first for Review Culture, visiting the slightly remote Broadbent Theatre at Wickenby to see Lindsey Rural Players ' final dress rehearsal of Five Lesbians Eating a Quiche . Nevertheless, it was well worth the trip in order to see this camp and quirky little comedy with an absurd premise and a wonderful period setting. I had not heard of this play by Evan Linder and Andrew Hobgood before I was invited to review the show but was delighted to accept the offer. I am

Louth Playgoers have delivered a delightful treat with their sparkling new production of Nunsense , running at the Riverhead Theatre from November 5th to 8th. From the very first moment, this joyful musical comedy bursts with character, charm, and an irresistible sense of fun. Tickets are already in short supply for the remaining performances – and with Saturday sold out, it’s not hard to see why! Nunsense is a show that I have loved for about 30 years and yet it is still no

The Caxton Players’ production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is, quite simply, a revelation. Under the assured and visionary direction of Stephen Labourne, the play unfolds with extraordinary clarity, emotion, and theatrical ingenuity. The Caxton Theatre in Grimsby, often a home for bold and ambitious work, becomes something transcendent this week, a space where local theatre blossoms into something breathtakingly professional. From the opening moments

Louth Playgoers bring laughter, chaos, and a dash of murder mystery to the Riverhead Theatre with their latest production, Cluedo , which...

Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads remains one of the great achievements of contemporary theatre: intimate, finely observed monologues that...

The Louth Riverhead Theatre’s production of Tim Firth’s Calendar Girls is, in every sense, quintessentially British—charming, humorous,...

The Caxton Players’ latest production runs from 06 - 13 September and is written by Craig Warner, based on the novel by Patricia...

One of Grimsby's newest theatre companies is bringing a brand-new comedy to the stage on Friday August 1st and they invited me to their...

A Dazzling Celebration of Talent: Studio 2000’s Chapter 34 Shines at Riverhead Theatre I love seeing this show each year and always look...

Pygmalion , George Bernard Shaw's witty and insightful comedy, is brought to life with remarkable finesse in this production at Grimsby’s...

After a number of false starts, Review Culture was finally able to get to see the latest touring production from Hambledon Productions,...

It is not often that I get to see a brand-new British musical performed in its entirety before anyone else, but tonight I had the...

Cats is the Andrew Lloyd Webber spectacular that is said to be responsible for the British invasion of Broadway some years ago. It was...

Byron Young, Steve Skipworth and Vivienne Sargent in Spirit Level. The latest offering from the Caxton Players is a delightful comedy by...