director of the classic thriller Dial M for Murder tour that had to be halted last year because of lockdown, is excited that live theatre is up and running again. I think audiences are feeling that anew and it’s something I’m proud to be a part of.

Second only to a Covid vaccination when it comes to welcome shots in the arm, a fabulously funny and heart-warming entertainment about the greatest comedy duo that nearly was is coming to town. Vicky Edwards catches up with Paul Hunter, writer and director of Charlie & Stan which is currently on tour.

Olivier award-winning comedy favourites, Mischief, have fast become a global phenomenon with productions across every continent. Their latest West End hit, GROAN UPS, heads out on its first UK Tour, opening at Theatre Royal Bath on 12th August