Who would have thought that a true story about one of the strangest tales of World War II could be turned into a knockabout comedy musical? And who could believe that the same piece of theatre would progress from playing in front of an audience of less than a hundred to a West End Sell out and a hit on Broadway collecting a host of awards in less than seven […]
This week’s Moorlands Sport Extra is out. We hear from our cricket correspondent James Marsh as he previews the start of the North Staffs and South Cheshire Cricket League with Rich Cooper. Dave Stringer speaks to Leek Cricket Club captain Alex Mellor as they start their season at Checkley. Meanwhile, the football season comes to an end this weekend for our non-league sides, and we hear from Matt Rhead of […]
Dave and Carol are back after a week's absence with a mammoth episode! They've packed in plenty this week including reviewing The Railway Children from the Rep. A trad Jazz show at the Artisan Tap. We have interviews with Cassidy Jansen aka Carole King.Ged Graham tells us all about the Seven Drunken Nights - the Dubliners Story and last but not least we hear from Noel Boland who brings the […]
Beautiful Crazy is an exciting and authentic theatrical celebration of one of the biggest country stars on the planet… Luke Combs. Featuring award-winning country singer Noel Boland and a band led by Sarah Jory, the world’s number one female pedal steel guitar player and BCMA Hall of Fame Inductee, Beautiful Crazy features fan favourites including: Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma, Where the Wild Things Are, Fast Car, When It Rains It Pours, She Got […]
Performed by a phenomenal cast of Irish Musicians, the show is packed full of classics like Whiskey in the Jar, The Irish Rover and Rocky Road to Dublin - guaranteed to get your toes tapping as they bring the joy of this much-loved Irish folk band back to the stage. This ultimate feel-good production celebrates the musical mastery of The Dubliners, Ireland's favourite sons, in association with the legendary O'Donoghue's pub. With breathtaking performances and authentic […]
Founded in 1977 Leek Arts Festival began as a week-long celebration of the local arts scene with just a handful of events. Over the years it has expanded to nearly six weeks – it now runs from the end of April to the beginning of June each year – and features anything between 30 and 40 events including national and internationally-known artists. Each year the programme is put together by […]
In the latest of our series highlighting the virtues of tribute acts I get to chat to Cassidy Jansen who performs the music of Carole King. To be honest she isn't just a tribute act because Cassidy has had King herself write a track for her debut album. She is currently on tour. She is also an Olivier award winner and in this show she honours the music of icon […]
This week’s Moorlands Sport Extra is out. We celebrate Hanley Town lifting the Midlands League title by speaking to manager Scott Dundas following their 4-0 win over Whitchurch Alport in their final league game of the season. As well as this, we hear from Congleton Town manager Richard Duffy and midfielder Cole Ojunju after the game at Witton Albion last weekend. You can listen to the podcast below or on […]
The majority of parents in Staffordshire will find out today (April 16) that they have been allocated their first-choice primary school. Nearly 95 per cent of parents will find out that they have been allocated a place at their top preferred primary school, with more than 99 per cent being offered one of their top three. The national average last year was 92.6% for 1st preferences. Figures revealed today show […]
David Graham Productions’ legendary character ‘Eric’ returns to the New Vic later this year with two brilliant new shows. Eric In Downtown Abbey and Spend, Spend, Spend Eric are filled with lots of laughter and sensational musical merriment and see the return of a much-loved character to the New Vic stage. Eric In Downtown Abbey opens at the theatre on Saturday 22 August until Saturday 5 September and transports audiences […]
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