The Empire

As someone I always think of as one of those old school entertainers, someone who can do it all; sing, dance and act, it came as no surprise when I learnt that Michael Ball had penned a novel ... the only question being was it any good or was it one of those novels that if we are being honest only s......more

I would say this book was ok but a bit predictable and for me it had too many characters and not enough depth to the story. I would say Michael should stick to singing......more

4.5* Following a suggestion from some friends, plus something that his late mother had left him, Jack Treadwell made his way to The Empire theatre. He hadn’t been sure what to do with his life since returning from the horrors of the war and his time in France, but now at least he had an objective. Lad......more

You want entertainment, some theatrical pizazz and a sparkle of historical fiction? Look no further. And narrated by the author too, Michael Ball who is a legend in the theatre world, added that extra layer of greatness. He has the voices and personalities spot on. I loved the feel of this book. It......more

Bravo Mr Ball. What an entertaining story. Highs and lows, love and despair. Everything you would expect from a story about a theatre. Encore.......more