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★★★★ You aren’t supposed to take Eugenius! seriously. The musical tribute to 80s pop culture, with its many neon costumes and a whinging, baby bottle-sucking villain, is one evil laugh away … Continue Reading ‘Eugenius!’ online review – Galactic 80s homage is good fun
“We’re here, we’re queer and we’re mentally unclear,” sing the trio of Here and Queer Productions in the opening and closing number of their 10-minute show, a melody which is … Continue Reading ‘Here, Queer and Mentally Unclear’ online review – Queer mental health musically explored
“Where do we go from here?” As you are probably aware, most theatres have closed and cancelled performances until late April in light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. For a … Continue Reading Reviewing under review…
This imaginative take on the 2001 romantic comedy is delightfully warm and whimsical – ★★★★★ When a musical adaptation of the five-time Oscar-nominated film Le Fabuleux Destin d’Amélie Poulain opened … Continue Reading ‘Amélie’ review – Parisian romance blossoms in quirky, cosy musical
This electrifying rewrite of Romeo and Juliet has more hits than you can shake a spear at – ★★★★★ In many ways, & Juliet is a mix-and-match musical. A centuries-old … Continue Reading ‘& Juliet’ review – Mogul Martin’s thrilling musical takes pop nostalgia to the max
The viral tale of Musharaf Asghar is adapted into a cheery new musical with a beating heart – ★★★★ It was, in some sense, a modern King’s Speech. When Musharaf … Continue Reading ‘Mushy: Lyrically Speaking’ review – Educating Yorkshire stammerer’s story told with rhythm
Cameron Mackintosh’s production of the epic musical storms the stage with powerful performances and immersive staging – ★★★★★ One wouldn’t be surprised if the West End musical has seen a … Continue Reading ‘Les Misérables’ review – A powerful, sensational tour de force
This incredible musical about the welcoming community of Gander, Canada is exactly what we need to see and hear right now – ★★★★★ In the moments following the 9/11 terrorist … Continue Reading ‘Come From Away’ review – A heartwarming tale of kindness and unity in a time of darkness
Sara Bareilles’ hit musical is baked to perfection with the perfect ingredients: heart, humour and a whole lot of pie – ★★★★★ Something is in the air at London’s Adelphi Theatre. … Continue Reading ‘Waitress’ review – Katherine McPhee serves up a treat in this sweet and charming musical
After a sold-out run at the National Theatre last year, Stephen Sondheim’s classic returns in a marvellous spectacle full of life, pizazz and soul – ★★★★½ In a sense, Sondheim’s … Continue Reading ‘Follies’ review – Sondheim’s musical returns to the National with glamour and charisma
Playwright Dennis Kelly and comedian Tim Minchin perfectly capture the joy and wackiness of Dahl in this vibrant adaptation packed full of colour – ★★★★★ It’s no surprise that when … Continue Reading ‘Matilda: The Musical’ review – a charming, magical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic
Wacky, edgy and off-the-scale, actress and YouTuber Carrie Hope Fletcher leads a stellar cast in a production bursting with energy and enthusiasm – ★★★★★ A zany tale about the adventures at … Continue Reading ‘Heathers: The Musical’ review – Carrie Hope Fletcher storms the stage in this wild play full of big fun
