Events

MLGC will be giving a free performance at 3pm on Sunday 12th Feb, as part of the on-going Royal Exchange SFX series - all welcome

PRESS Reaction to "Beautiful Thing"

'WARMLY ACTED...the play's quicksilver blend of the tough and tender, of loneliness, longing and love, retains its power to charm...it SHIMMERS, RAINBOW-BRIGHT...EXUBERANTLY celebratory...LOVELY STUFF' The Times
'Sarah Frankcom's revival does the work proud; culminating in a remarkable coup de theatre... Harvey's great gift is the ability to flip between raw emotion and raucous hilarity in one scene, often a single speech.' The Guardian - 4 Stars

'A STAR SPANGLED FINALE of kitschy live-in-the-moment JOYFULNESS' The Independent - 4 Stars

'This gorgeous piece remains just as funny and poignant as it did - almost twenty years ago. Sarah Frankcom is the perfect director to bring back Beautiful Thing as she has a lightness of touch which illuminates many of the tender scenes.You buy into the love story totally - as these two fine actors capture the feelings of 'first love' with ease..an enchanting evening which more than lives up to the title' Whatsonstage.com - 4 Stars

'I've not heard an audience laugh so much in a long time... sweetness and good humour permeates through this excellent production, turning it into something unexpectedly beautiful.' Manchester Evening News

'Another great review for Beautiful Thing... "Beautiful Thing is ultimately joyous. It’s a celebration of life, love, taking chances and being yourself. Go. You’ll leave smiling...' Manchester Confidential

'a stunning revival at the spectacular in-the-round space... all in all, this production isn’t just beautiful, it’s utterly gorgeous. An outright must-see and definitely worth travelling to experience this flawless and compelling feel-good show.' Sosogay.org

'This is still a touching, compassionate and very funny play.' The Arts Desk

'Beautiful Thing is laugh out loud funny, sensitive and thought provoking, with the magical music of The Mamas and The Papas providing the perfect soundtrack to a love story with a difference.. a beautifully observed piece of theatre.' The Messenger – 4 stars

'This is a performance to cherish. Laughter, tears and sheer joy, and all in under two hours.Every now and again, the Royal Exchange absolutely nails it. This is one of those times. Treat yourself, take your friends, and bring yourself some sunshine in the middle of Winter. Beautiful Thing is an absolute treat.' The Public Reviews - 4½ Stars

If you would like to book us for an event, or organise one for you, please contact our events co-ordinator Steve at:

events@mlgc.org.uk

Please note that we require a minimum 10 weeks lead time for the planning of any events.