The Bear at Leeds Playhouse on 18 February

Maria Forryan and her son discover a visual treat for children – and it’s pure entertainment for any accompanying adults! Anyone with a small child knows the delights of sitting through some pretty horrendous TV shows or films, wondering why on earth your child is mesmerised by them. So you’ll be delighted to know that […]

Reviewed: Kneehigh’s Ubu at Leeds Playhouse

ReviewedMaria Forryan was pleased to agree to review Kneehigh’s Ubu, and defines the show as ‘Stand-up comedy meets adult Pantomime’. When I see that a live production by Kneehigh is coming up, I always get excited. This is a company I’ve been following for years and they have produced some truly phenomenal work, especially ‘Don […]

Snow Mouse – A Magical Christmas Treat For Toddlers Until 21 December

I consider myself an adventurous parent. We’ve continued all the hobbies we used to have before becoming parents….. …..and have simply taken our firstborn, 20-month-old Edward, along for the ride: cycling, hiking, swimming – we’ve even just invested in some kayaks for us. Yet for some reason, I’ve been reluctant to take Edward to the theatre.  […]

Review: The King and I at Leeds Grand Theatre Until 9 November

Of the two of us, my mother was more excited about seeing this production, and as I’ve been positively surprised recently by some of the shows I’ve seen that I wouldn’t normally choose, especially the hilarious and energetic ‘Dirty Dancing’, I thought I’d take mum and keep an open mind.  I watched the film version […]

Trojan Horse: a New Era for Leeds Playhouse on 4 October

When the newly refurbished and renamed Leeds Playhouse flung its shiny doors open for the first time, its maiden production was always going to be closely scrutinised (in addition to the quality of the furnishings). Teaming up with Lung Theatre company (a company describing itself as one that ‘broadens horizons and investigates modern Britain’) for […]