Fringe theatre has a certain superpower: taking the unlikeliest of subjects and transforming them into musicals. From serial killers to SpongeBob, there’s nothing too niche. But these shows usually fall into one of two categories: gloriously bonkers or unexpectedly brilliant. So, where does Nerds, the tech-infused musical comedy now playing at Curve Theatre, Leicester, land on that spectrum?

On paper, harnessing Meat Loaf’s epic anthems in a dystopian setting sounds electrifying. Bat Out Of Hell is a vocal tour de force buried in sensory overload, but should a rock opera feel this chaotic?

★★★★☆ 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' tour is a masterclass in captivating stagecraft and storytelling.

★★☆☆☆ The impressive revival of 'The Mountaintop' at Leicester Curve Theatre. A thought-provoking portrayal of Dr. Martin Luther King

Experience the timeless classic Rent as Leicester Amateur Operatic Society (LAOS) brings to life the compelling story of young artists in vi

★★★★☆ The vibrant revival of My Beautiful Laundrette is at The Curve Theatre! Delight in the stellar performances and poignant themes.