Burlesque musical plays Lowry

Following its premiere there two years ago, a reworked Miss Nightingale returns to the larger Quays Theatre. International burlesque bombshell Amber Topaz stars as Northern songbird Maggie Brown, with a larger cast, more than 20 original songs and more outrageous outfits.

Moving to London in search of fame and fortune, Maggie auditions at every cabaret bar, with her songwriter George, a Jewish refugee, but nobody wants them – until they are picked up by wealthy nightclub owner Sir Frank.

George is played by Ilan Goodman, son of music legend Henry Goodman, who has worked alongside Naomi Watts and Pierce Brosnan in the recent film, Diana. West End regular Tomm Coles plays Sir Frank. The show runs from next Wednesday to Saturday. Box Office: 0843 208 6005 or www.thelowry.com