From the creators of Cabaret and Chicago, Curtains is a hilarious Tony Award winning comedy musical that will have audiences guessing 'til the very end. When Jessica Cranshaw, star of Broadway-bound musical Robbin' Hood is murdered, onstage detective and musical fanatic, Frank Cioffi is brought in to solve the case. Curtains is extremely funny and is full of twists … [Read more...]
The Green Fairy at the Union Theatre | Review
The latest offering at the Union Theatre in London is The Green Fairy receiving it's full premiere after an enthusiastically received workshop at the King's Head starring Lucie Jones and Declan Bennett. The Green Fairy follows one woman who wants to take back her life before it's too late. Reminiscing of her life, Jo explores relationships with her ex-girlfriend, … [Read more...]
Grease The Musical at the Churchill Theatre, Bromley
Long standing favourite Grease is back and is billed to be grittier and more glamorous than ever. Nikolai Foster's direction revitalises Grease and makes it a brand new version of the much-loved hit. Featuring well known songs such as 'Summer Nights', 'Greased Lightnin’, 'Hopelessly Devoted to You' and 'You’re the One That I Want' and new choreography by Arlene … [Read more...]
Tales of the Turntable by ZooNation at the Southbank Centre
Tales of the Turntable is the latest production by the ZooNation Youth Company. Written and choreographed by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille it is fast and furious. Tales of the Turntable follows Eric and his grandfather as they take a trip through musical history. Finding out they have more in common than they first thought, George turns back time through his gramophone to … [Read more...]
Review of The View UpStairs at Soho Theatre
Inspired by the true story of the 1973 arson attack which was the largest single attack against the LGBTQ+ community until the Pulse Nightclub shootings in Florida in 2016, The View UpStairs is a musical about 'friendship, community, how far we’ve come and how far we still have yet to go'. Following Wes, a millennial fashion designer who has just brought an … [Read more...]
On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan | Review
Direct from Broadway, On Your Feet! is the story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. Inspired by the true love story of Emilio and Gloria, On Your Feet! charts their journey from its origins in Cuba, to the streets of Miami and finally to international superstardom. Bursting with some of the most iconic pop songs such as ‘Rhythm Is Gonna Get You’, ‘Conga’, ‘Get On Your … [Read more...]
Beats on Pointe – Masters of Choreography at The Peacock Theatre
Returning to Sadlers Wells after a triumphant short run last year, Beats on Pointe is the ultimate mash-up of classical ballet and modern street dance. The opposing dance worlds collide in this high energy, colourful show. Produced by the Australian dance company, Masters of Choreography which was formed by Jennifer and Milo Masters in 2014, Beats on Pointe has been … [Read more...]
Ain’t Misbehavin’ at Southwark Playhouse | Review
Marking Tyrone Huntley's directorial debut Ain't Misbehavin' celebrates the legendary sass musician Fats Waller. Audiences are taken back to the 1920s and the raunchy nightclubs of Manhattan. Featuring choreography by Strictly Come Dancing's Oti Mabuse, who also makes her theatrical choreographing debut with this show. Fun jazz music and heaploads of attitude, the … [Read more...]
Cirque Éloize: Hotel at the Peacock Theatre | Review
Contemporary Canadian circus Cirque Éloize are celebrating their 25th birthday this year with the UK premiere of their new show Hotel. Set in an Art Deco hotel audiences are set to be wowed by 12 acrobats and musicians who perform physical feats and dazzling tricks as the tourists and travellers sneak behind the scenes of the hotel. Featuring an original score by Éloi … [Read more...]