An all-singing, all-dancing cinema flowing with cocktails, beers and popcorn is opening in Manchester on Sunday.
The Bottomless Singing Cinema is moving into Revolution on Oxford Road on August 15 for a full day of classic musical flicks – with guests encouraged to dress up and singalong as they tuck into all the drinks and snacks they can manage.
Here’s what you can see at the Bottomless Singing Cinema this weekend.
Mamma Mia! will be showing at the Singing Cinema
Mamma Mia – 11am entry
Nothing screams singalong more than Mamma Mia!
This brazenly cheesy star-studded flick is packed with Abba songs from start to finish – with the jukebox musical comedy written around the group’s smash-hits including ‘Gimme Gimme Gimme’, ‘Honey Honey’ and ‘Dancing Queen’, as well as the titular track.
The Greatest Showman broke box-office records to become the fifth-highest-grossing live action musical of all time after being released in 2017 – boasting a Grammy Award-winning soundtrack that shot to the top of the UK charts and stayed there for 11 consecutive weeks.
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It’s fondly remembered as one of the most fun musicals of modern times – and it’ll be beamed up on the big screen in Manchester on Sunday afternoon.
All T-Birds and Pink Ladies are welcome at Revs on Sunday afternoon – as audiences are invited to singalong with Danny Zuko and Sandy Olsson in the classic American high school musical set in the 1950s.
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Guests are encouraged to bring their leather jackets and Rydell kit – with Grease kicking off from 4.30pm.
Originally released in 1975, Rocky Horror has earned a reputation as the quintessential ‘midnight movie’ – the kind of film during which viewers would break the code of conduct, shout back at the screen and singalong.
At the Bottomless Singing Cinema on Sunday, you’ll be able to do just that – with Rocky Horror playing from 7.30pm.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show will be screening on Sunday evening
Every event at the Singing Cinema comes with bottomless booze – so you might want to think about trying to wangle Monday off work if you can.
Drinks included in the offer are:
Aperol Spritz
Ketel V&T
Blank Canvas
Amstel
Prosecco
Bloody Mary
Remember, there’s also Heineken 0.0% and selected soft drinks available in the bottomless deal, too, if you wanted to take it easy.
If you don’t fancy going all out on drinks at all, simply stick to the bottomless popcorn option, kick back and watch the movies with a bit of a sing-song.
The Bottomless Singing Cinema is taking place in Manchester on Sunday 15 August 2021.
Tickets are available from £25 per head – and you can grab yours here.
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Peter Kay performed three secret gigs in Bolton to raise funds for the Octagon theatre
Daisy Jackson
For a man who is arguably the most famous comedian in the UK, Peter Kay sure is good at keeping a secret.
There’s been a total blanket ban on content from his shows at the AO Arena (and he’s doing more than 40…), with nothing much in the way of spoilers.
The beloved star’s latest treat that he kept almost entirely under wraps was three stand-up gigs in his hometown.
The chance to see Bolton-born Peter Kay in such an intimate setting is pretty remarkable after his huge achievement selling out arenas across the country.
It was the first time he’s performed in Bolton for more than 20 years, and was all to raise funds for the Octagon theatre.
The chance to grab tickets was only even offered to a select few people, with priority access given to Octagon members and patrons of the theatre. Then whatever was left were offered to those signed up to the theatre’s mailing list, selling out in seconds.
Peter Kay performed brand new material and celebrated the best of Bolton to an intimate audience at the theatre where he used to work on the box office.
The series of performances, sponsored by Carrs Pasties (how very Bolton) raised more than £80,000 for the Octagon, which is a registered charity.
One fan who was there said: “Peter Kay was wonderful. An incredible experience to see such an outstanding warmly funny comedian in such an intimate setting. So proud of the Octagon and what it does for the community of Bolton, both on and off stage.”
Another said: “He was absolutely fantastic, we were so lucky and pleased to be able to watch him yesterday! He’s made December special for many there’s no doubt. Thank you octagon for putting on such a great show.”
Chief Executive at the Octagon, Roddy Gauld, commented: “We had an incredible day on Sunday with three shows by Peter Kay.
“Over one thousand people got the chance to be part of a hilarious, exclusive, and up-close performance with one of Britain’s best loved comedians, here in his hometown. It was a unique experience that Octagon donors and returning customers were able to book.
“We’re a charity and rely upon fundraising. Every pound allows us to create more magical, creative experiences on and off stage for young people and communities in Bolton and beyond.
“We’re incredibly grateful to Peter for his support and to Carrs Pasties, who sponsored the shows. We raised a total of £80k and a big thank you to everyone who came, donated, and joined a memorable event that people will be talking about for years.
“Peter was a member of our Youth Theatre before working in our box office, and his talent and passion for comedy was clear then. So, you never know who you’ll meet when you book a ticket or see a show here!”
You can sign up to the Octagon’s mailing list to be the first to find out about events like this in the future here.
Trailer released for new Netflix drama series starring Michelle Keegan airing in the new year
Emily Sergeant
The first trailer for a new Netflix show starring Michelle Keegan and Joanna Lumley has now been released.
In case you hadn’t heard, the highly-anticipated new crime drama show, which is titled Fool Me Once, is an adaptation of Harlan Coben’s popular novel, and is set to air on the streaming service as soon as 2024 arrives.
But now, the release of the first trailer has proved it looks brilliantly binge-worthy.
How can a dead man appear on a secret camera?
Fool Me Once – a new crime thriller from @HarlanCoben – coming 1 January, starring Michelle Keegan, Adeel Akhtar, Joanna Lumley and Richard Armitage. pic.twitter.com/oSUx44qIyT
The eight-part series follows Manchester-born actress Michelle Keegan’s character, Maya Starn, who is a former special ops pilot struggling with the tragic murder of her husband, Joe, who is played by Richard Armitage.
Detective Sergeant Sami Kierce, who is portrayed by Adeel Akhtar, conducts the investigation into Joe’s death while wrestling with his own hidden truths.
Things start to get interesting though, when she observes via the nanny cam her supposedly deceased husband playing with their baby daughter in her own home.
Meanwhile, Maya’s niece and nephew embark on the journey to seek answers about their own mother’s murder which took place months ago.
But one question remains – could the two mysteries be related?
‘Fool Me Once’ stars Michelle Keegan and is based on a novel by Harlan Coben / Credit: Netflix UK
The first trailer for the show was released by Netflix at the end of last week, and it showcases a star-studded cast with the likes of Dame Joanna Lumley from Absolutely Fabulous, Adeel Akhtar from Sherwood, Emmett J Scanlan from Peaky Blinders, and Dino Fetscher from Paranoid.
The streaming service has unveiled a selection of first look images, showcasing a star-studded cast with the likes of Dame Joanna Lumley from Absolutely Fabulous, Adeel Akhtar from Sherwood, Emmett J Scanlan from Peaky Blinders, and Dino Fetscher from Paranoid.
Filming took place in Yorkshire, where production crews were spotted in the Burdock Way area near the centre of Halifax, but Michelle Keegan was also spotted filming in Manchester city centre back in May.
The Manc -
10th August 2021 
