Dave Stringer in Conversation with Lucy Beaumont

Dave Stringer in Conversation with Lucy Beaumont

Lucy Beaumont is probably known best for her podcast Meet The Richardsons or for her chaotic appearances on Celebrity Traitors, Mastermind and The Wheel where she holds the unenviable title of the celebrity to lose most money for a contestant. You may also have read about her chaotic lifestyle and approach to parenthood in her book Drinking Custard. All of these were chatted about when Dave Stringer had the delight of chatting to Lucy before she appears at the Victoria […]

11 September 2026

Podcasts

A View from the Wings – the Podcast. Season 2 Episode 4

Welcome to A View from the Wings. The Moorlands Radio Arts & Entertainment podcast presented by Dave Stringer and Carol Lovatt. In this episode Dave and Carol review their recently visited shows - Burlesque at the Regent, Eric in Downtown Abbey at The New Vic and The Last Laugh at the Buxton Opera House. Plus much more....

11 September 2026

Interviews

Dave Stringer in Conversation with Joseph Lee Jackson aka Freddie Mercury

There are many Queen tribute acts to be found but if Joseph Lee Jackson is playing the part of Freddie Mercury then the audience is guaranteed a great show. Endorsed by Mercury's family and praised by the likes of Brian May and winner of the prestigious Tribute Act of the Year Award, Jackson is the real deal. Dave Stringer managed to catch up with Lee before his appearance at the Victoria Hall. As well as talking all things Queen, they […]

9 September 2026

Theatre Reviews

Theatre Review: Burlesque @ The Regent Theatre

Review by Dave Stringer Burlesque is advertised as a BIG musical and there is definitely no reason to report the production company to the Advertising Standards Agency. Make no bones about it this is a massive production that sweeps its audience along in thunderous style. From the moment that MC Sean (Ryan Carter) introduces us to the Burlesque Lounge we in the audience cannot fail to be swept along on the driving beat of the music and movement on view […]

27 August 2026

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Podcasts

A View from the Wings S2 Ep.3

Welcome to this week's A View from the Wings - the Moorlands Radio Arts & Entertainment Podcast. This week we are excited that the Autumn Season is nearly upon us. We talk Tigerfest which features some excellent bands across two venues, The Rigger and the Artisan Tap with all proceeds going to conserving tigers in their natural habitat across the world. We hear from the organiser of the Windrush Generation Festival which takes place at Smithfield Park in Fenton, Stoke-on-Trent […]

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Podcasts

A View from the Wings – the Podcast. Season 2 Episode 2

Dave and Carol return for the second episode of season 2 of the Moorlands Radio Arts & Entertainment podcast A View from the Wings. This week we talk about what's coming up in all the local theatres and entertainment venues. There's an archive interview from 60's star Beaky from Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky Mick & Tich who sadly recently passed away. Following a hugely successful Beatles celebration at the Artisan Tap, Carol speakes to the band BeatlesforSale.

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Podcasts

A View from the Wings – the Podcast. Season 2 Episode 1

A View from the Wings - the Moorlands Radio Arts & Entertainment podcast is back with season 2! Carol isn't with us this week so we've dragged Tony 'the wizz' Walley in front of the microphone for this episode. We have three cracking interviews to bring you including Dominic Halpin who brings his 'A Country Night in Nashville' show to the stage of the Victoria Hall this coming Saturday night. We hear all about Trentham Live from Trentham Estate's Jodie […]

6 August 2026

Interviews

Dave Stringer in Conversation with Dominic Halpin – A Country Night in Nashville

A Country Night in Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing Honky Tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music. Taking you on a journey through the history of country, and featuring songs from its biggest stars both past and present. Hits from Johnny Cash to Alan Jackson, Dolly to The Chicks, Willie Nelson to Kacey Musgraves, are showcased by the fabulous vocals and musicianship of Dominic Halpin & […]

5 August 2026

Theatre Reviews

Theatre Review: Waitress @ The Regent

It has taken a while for the musical Waitress to reach the stage at the Regent Theatre but the wait has been well worth it. Like the service at the finest dining places this was deserving of a mound of Michelin stars. Jenna (Carrie Hope Fletcher) is a much-revered pie maker but she is stuck in the rut at Joe’s Diner with her life seemingly going nowhere. Even worse she is in an abusive relationship with her husband Earl (Mark […]

7 July 2026

The Moorlands Gold Takeover with Nicki Sansom

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