Talawa presents a mesmerising blend of history and romance on the Liverpool quayside

Ellie Hurt’s production of Shakespeare’s tragic love story is powerful and timely

Magically staged new play distinguished by layered, poetic writing

Incendiary writing from Nathan Powell staged with warmth and heart rather than fire

Willy Russell’s downtrodden housewife makes a triumphant return to the Liverpool stage

Light-hearted, but sincere, reading of Andrea Dunbar’s searingly dark comedy

A witty and graphic, comic-book reading of McDonagh’s grim thriller

Luke Barnes’ quirky reinvention of a familiar folktale is energised by a great score

A no-holds-barred, high-octane night out, fuelled by some powerful vocals

Peter Rowe reworks the classic fairytale into a story about empowerment and understanding

Gloriously fresh and engaging retelling of Louisa May Alcott’s timeless classic

Potent and rich new play illustrating the challenging path to womanhood

Psychological drama from Chloë Moss explores more than just life on the high seas

A sassy dark comedy about drag queens that is not afraid to challenge the audience

A tremendous score puts the rock back into the Everyman’s rock’n’roll panto