If I say Pivot, I Know, my eyes, my eyes, How you doin’? and Could I be anymore… then there can be only one show I am referring to.  It’s the 90’s sitcom series FRIENDS. Its so iconic with so many funny moments, that its original 10 seasons are known to generations of fans.  Now there is a musical parody of the series, playing at Milton Keynes Theatre this week.  I am a huge fan of FRIENDS and raised my children on FRIENDS.  Together we quote it to each other all the time. I

I am always excited to see a new documentary on Bowie and Bowie – The Final Act was no exception.  It’s been almost 10 years since we lost him and quite frankly the world is a poorer place without him.  He says he is not a prophet but I disagree.  He quite clearly influenced generations of young dudes and gals with his wise words and actions.  He even foreseen the internet’s impact.  He broke down barriers for those who were a bit different and led the way for us to find the

Roll up, roll up for the best panto ever.  If someone asked me for what I want in my perfect panto – Goldilocks And The Three Bears has it all.  I love magic – it has magic.  I love a tap dance – it has a tap dance (with three bears no less!).  It has acrobats that can limbo under fire.  It has great music.  It feels more like Las Vegas with its lights and showgirls than Milton Keynes.  But Milton Keynes should sparkle and this show feels proud to be in Milton Keynes with two

Are you ready for panto? I can’t hear you – I said are you ready for panto?!!!  Well, I am and my first panto of the season is at Royal & Derngate Theatre where we have The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan. This panto feels interactive and is fun filled to get you ready for the festive season.  There are fireworks, bubbles and even water pistols (you have been warned).  There are jokes for kids, jokes for adults and jokes for me.  Yes, I need a special joke such as … I ordered

I haven’t seen Adam in 19 years.  I met him by chance in my lunch hour from work when he was doing a book signing in Waterstones in Milton Keynes.  I decided to join the queue and some kind lady took a photo of me with him and emailed it to me.  This was before phone cameras and mobilev phones were in their infancy.  He couldn’t stop staring at me while I was waiting in the queue and when he got to me (I was the last person) he was delighted to see me and thanked me for comin

Jasmine Storm interviews Brian Conley (Billy Barnum) and Lucy Conley (Goldilocks) who are both staring in this years Panto, Goldilocks And The Three Bears at Milton Keynes Theatre. JS: Hello. Lovely to meet you both. BC: Oh, look you got a Back To The Future programme! JS: I saw you last week. BC: Oh really?! Did you enjoy it? JS: Absolutely loved it. BC: (in American accent) Great Scott Marty! JS: You were fantastic! BC: Oh really?  Thank you.  I am so pleased you enjoyed it

sss Fawlty Towers has always been in my top five of favourite comedy shows.  Its slapstick humour and comic timing is legendary.  For those who have never stayed at Fawlty Towers, this hotel is run by Basil and Sybil Fawlty, helped by Polly and Manuel.  Basil is henpecked and although he tries his best to be pleasant to both staff and his guests, he often is run ragged and loses his temper quite easily.  Sybil loves a chat and although calm, she expects Basil to do most of th

I have always thought that a day disco or gig would be a great idea.  I like the idea of not having to spend money on hotels and that you can get home at a reasonable hour and not worry about missing the last bus or train.  Sadly, gigs have yet to adopt this idea.  But a few disco’s have been popping up all over the country with different genres and I wanted to try one.  My friend and I first discussed going to the 80’s one but we missed the cut off for tickets and so as we b

David Robbins was born to play a dame. This year he is playing Dame Betty Barnum in Goldilocks and The Three Bears at Milton Keynes Theatre from 6 December 2025 to 11 January 2026. JS: Thank you for speaking with me.  My first question is what do you love about panto?  Do you love the audience participation and what is your favourite panto? Because you’ve done a lot of panto, haven’t you? DR: I have done a lot of panto.  I have.  I’ve been doing panto for so long, but that’s

The world’s favourite nanny flies into Milton Keynes Theatre for four magical weeks, with performances running from Wed 29 October to Sat 22 November.  Based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film, the story of the world’s favourite nanny arriving on Cherry Tree Lane is more magical than ever before, featuring dazzling choreography, incredible effects and unforgettable songs. The timeless score includes the classic Sherman Brothers songs: Jolly Holiday, Step

The award-winning smash hit musical The Bodyguard returns to Milton Keynes Theatre this week.   The Bodyguard tells the story of Rachel Marron who is an award-winning singer, whose people take on a new bodyguard, Former Secret Service agent, Frank.  Rachel doesn’t like the changes to her routine that Frank insists on and she rebels against them, not realising she is putting herself in danger.  Her son, Fletcher likes Frank and she watches their friendship grow and that warms

Like a classic mystery? This week Agatha Christie’s Death On The Nile comes to Milton Keynes Theatre. This famous whodunnit reunites writer  Ken Ludwig , director Lucy Bailey  and producers  Fiery Angel  for the European premiere of a new adaptation of the globally celebrated Agatha Christie story.   On board a luxurious cruise under the heat of the Egyptian sun, a couple’s idyllic honeymoon is cut short by a brutal murder.  As secrets that have been buried in the sands of t

iD Reloaded  is an intoxicating blend of breathtaking circus skills, urban dance music, b-boying/b-girling, breakdance and hip hop – with...

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe ,  is at Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury this week.  Step through the wardrobe into the enchanted...

Jasmine Storm interviews Gary Milner who plays Baron Von Blackheart in the forthcoming production of Goldilocks and the Three Bears at Milton Keynes Theatre this December. JS: Lovely to meet you. GM: Nice to meet you JS: What do you love about panto; do you love the audience participation?  And what’s your favourite panto? GM: Well, I’ve never done panto before so this is going to be a whole new experience for me and I am really looking forward to that.  My agent said to me

I had waited so long to see this show and it did not disappoint.  The Adelphi theatre, London has turned into 1955 Hill Valley and I was...

The quest is about to begin with the first-ever UK tour of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, which comes to Milton Keynes...

Bill Kenwright's award-winning production,  Blood Brothers   is at Milton Keynes Theatre this week. I have never seen a production take...

I have always said that a good guide of what you may encounter in life was shown on FRIENDS and Sex And The City.  It’s certainly true...

Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is at Milton Keynes Theatre.  Who needs to travel to London when you have West-End quality...

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe ,  is celebrating 75 years of C.S. Lewis' novel and its fantastic stage production will be in Milton...

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT   How does it feel to be returning to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat a decade...

Shoe Dunnit is a new rock/pop musical from the genius of Frank Scarito, inspired by a true-life shoe theft.  The show is the follow up...

The Last Laugh comes to Milton Keynes Theatre this week; sharing the best bits of Eric Morecambe, Tommy Cooper and Bob Monkhouse.  It’s...