Author Archives: Mark Ritchie

UK VARIETYThis month we feature a few pieces of news and information on the nationwide variety scene, compiled by Mark Ritchie. FUNNYGIRLS FUNAn iconic and fun-filled venue in Blackpool has just experienced a landmark anniversary and marked it by staging a show style party, which was attended by friends and… Continue reading →

UK COMEDY‘Thirty years of Mirth’ is perhaps the best way to describe the reign thus far of Blackpool’s legendary funny guy, Leye D Johns. Mark Ritchie joined an audience of five hundred invited guests and friends of this great entertainer, at his very own Viva Cabaret Theatre in Blackpool. The… Continue reading →

MBM Management ShowcaseIcons Show-bar ManchesterApril 2024Producer Anne & Phil BarrattReviewer: Mark RitchieIcons is a great new venue, a sort of cabaret restaurant which is apparently doing wonderful business. The Compere was singer Scott Welsby, who popped up on the bill quite literally wearing another hat, as a tribute to country… Continue reading →

UK COMEDYThis time around on the comedy front we preview some of the stand-up comedy performers who are set to feature at next month’s world-famous Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Mark Ritchie name-checks some of the stars from the comedy firmament who will be visiting. It is the biggest arts festival on… Continue reading →