Theatre
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Muddy meets celeb ventriloquist Paul Zerdin
He won America's Got Talent and is finally back on tour. Muddy talks to ventriloquist Paul Zerdin about weird fan mail, dressing up as Maggie Thatcher and his beef with Barney the Dinosaur.
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Best outdoor theatre in Berkshire
It's time to venture outside and access some much-needed culture - hurrah! So, without further ado, we present the best outdoor theatre to book now.
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A brilliantly bonkers Alice In Wonderland
It's late, it's late… but better late than never! South Hill Park's, bright and bold Alice in Wonderland has finally opened. Disappear down a rabbit hole and get the Muddy verdict.
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Theatre from the best seat in YOUR house
Missing your theatre fix? Swap your pearls for PJs and stream the very best theatre live into your living room. Here's where to find cultural gold from theatres in Berkshire and beyond.
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Review: A Christmas Carol at The Watermill
A socially distanced Scrooge at The Watermill Theatre in Berkshire brought to life by just two actors and a festive feast of creativity.
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Festive local theatre to watch and stream
Fancy a festive family show? Enter stage left, my roundup of the best virtual and in-person productions this month, all from brilliant local arts venues.
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The Tempest is midwinter magic
Nothing ropey about South Hill Park's new adaptation of Shakespeare The Tempest, apart from the brilliantly creative stage design. Read on for the verdict.
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Cinderella, but will you have a ball?
He's baaaaaaack! Justin Fletcher returns to Reading to star in Cinderella. But who needs a glass slipper when a pair of ballet shoes and a balloon bring the house down.
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Review: Aladdin at South Hill Park
Can an old lamp prevent a royal scandal? *Asking for a friend*. No dirty laundry aired here, Aladdin in Bracknell is bubblier than Widow Twankey's hot wash.
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Review: The Bear at Norden Farm
A polar bear puppet delivers the spirit of Christmas while pooing and weeing all over Tilly's house. Alternative, yes, but The Bear, is pure magic.