Everyone who knows me or listens regularly to A View from the Wings podcast knows how passionate I am about the local musice scene. Linda Brammer is one of the organisers of an Open Mic event primarily for those young budding entertainers out there. The event is being held at the Gardeners Retreat pub and hosted by Jack And The Marmalade Fox Duo. I managed to speak with Linda and she told me all about the event. Listen below:
Get ready for a night where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide, delivering the ultimate celebration of pop royalty through the decades. Not just glitz and glamour - Drag Me To The Disco is packed with undeniable heart, powerhouse talent, and breathtaking vocals. Prepare to sing your heart out, laugh until it hurts, and even shed a tear as these queens take you on a rollercoaster of emotion and high-energy entertainment. With more sequins, surprises, and star power than ever before, this […]
Welcome to the latest episode of A View from the Wings. Dave and Carol review Spitfire Girls at the Buxton Opera House. There's an interview with the cast of Good Golly Miss Molly which forms a part of the New Vic's 40th year anniversary. Carol chats to the organisers of the Nantwich Jazz and Blues Festival. Dave brings us the first part of his interview with a founder member of Wet Wet Wet and of course Dave and Carol bring […]
Sunny Afternoon is a story of friendship, fame and rock history, set to a soundtrack of era-defining songs that brings the sound of the 60s roaring back to life. Experience the electrifying true story behind The Kinks, the band that changed rock music forever, with a back catalogue of unforgettable hits including “You Really Got Me,” “Lola,” and “All Day and All of the Night.” Sunny Afternoon comes to the Regent Theatre on 7th - 11th April 2026 and I […]
One of the biggest hits in New Vic history, Good Golly Miss Molly is a powerful, music-fuelled, feel-good drama that bursts back onto the stage this spring as part of our 40th anniversary celebrations. At the frontline of a community fighting for survival, their vibrant street faces demolition. But Molly Gordon and her band of neighbours are refusing to go quietly. Gathered together in the local workingmen’s club, Molly’s even managed to reunite her former rock ‘n’ roll band, Ronnie […]
We all love The Great British Bake Off right? Soggy bottoms and all! Well that most popular of TV shows has been given the The Great British Musical Theatre treatment. Featuring an original score penned by Pippa Cleary and Jake Brunger the production premiered in Cheltenham before heading to the West End. Well now it's hitting Stoke-on-Trent. From the 10th -14th the North Staffs Operatic Society Ltd will delight audiences with their blend of heart, humour, and showstopping songs. Inspired […]
Claybody Theatre has become an iconic Stoke-on-Trent brand. They have managed to transform part of the Spode Works into an excellent performance space. Claybody, under the management of Artistic Directors Deb McAndrew and Conrad Nelson, have put together a series of high-class productions which always seem to contain more than a passing nod to their adopted home city. The latest Claybody offering is the wonderful adaptation of Arnold Bennett's The Grand Babylon Hotel. It's first outing was at the New […]
Welcome to Season 1 Episode 3 of A View from the Wings – A Moorlands Radio Production. Dave and Carol chat We Will Rock You, Claybody Theatre, Queen by Candlelight, The Artisan Tap and the What's On's and of course a look ahead at next week's pod. If you would like Dave and Carol to interview you about an upcoming production/show or you would like them to review it please email us at viewfromthewings3@gmail.com
Chesney Hawkes scored a massive UK hit with the song 'The One and Only' which featured in the film Buddy's Song. He also starred in the film, Chesney is the son of Chip Hawkes the Tremeloes bass player. His mum and his sister are also in show business and his brother played drums on the track 'The One and Only'. He has been active since 1991 and is still touring today. He has released six studio albums. The latest was […]
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