New musical #ZoologicalSociety, written by Vikki Stone and Kate Mulgrew, gets a well-timed concept album release.
NEWS: West End production of Waitress has closed
The producers of Waitress have announced that the West End production at the Adelphi Theatre has closed. The multi-award-winning Broadway transfer had been originally booking until 4 July 2020, with Lucie Jones and David Hunter returning to the lead roles of Jenna and Dr Pomatter on 23 March.
Mind the Blog’s Favourite female performances of 2019
As with last year, there were too many brilliant performances to restrict this to one combined list – so once again I’ve split them up into male and female performances.
NEWS: Sara Bareilles reunites with Gavin Creel to make her West End debut in Waitress
Sara Bareilles, who wrote the music and lyrics for the hit musical Waitress, will be making her West End debut next year in the show, reuniting with Olivier and Tony Award-winning actor Gavin Creel following their acclaimed reception in the Broadway production.
‘Lucie Jones is second to none’: WAITRESS – West End ★★★★
Three new cast members have joined the Waitress diner at the Adelphi Theatre to form the second West End cast.
NEWS: The Inbetweeners’ star Blake Harrison will join the cast of Waitress
British television star Blake Harrison, best known for playing Neil Sutherland in the BAFTA-winning E4 comedy The Inbetweeners, will join the cast of Waitress as Ogie from 17 June 2019.
NEWS: Lucie Jones & Ashley Roberts join the West End cast of Waitress in the roles of Jenna and Dawn
From 17 June 2019 Ashley Roberts will be making her West End debut as Dawn in Sara Bareilles’ hit musical Waitress for a strictly limited summer season, while it has also been confirmed that Lucie Jones will take over the role of Jenna from that date.
Album Review: Girlfriends – London Musical Theatre Orchestra ★★★★
Musically, Girlfriends is a richly diverse score that is beautifully delivered by the London Musical Theatre Orchestra and the cast performances on this album.
‘The vocal delights on offer are second to none’: A CHRISTMAS CAROL – West End ★★★★★
The London Musical Theatre Orchestra is fast becoming a staple part of my Christmas tradition, with the company’s glorious performances of A Christmas Carol really bringing the joy and festivity of the season to life, and of course, providing a wonderful night of top quality musical theatre.
‘No denying the wealth of talent on offer’: GIRLFRIENDS – Bishopsgate Institute ★★★
The melodic, complex music in LMTO’s Girlfriends at the Bishopsgate Institute does provide moments of power and, if anything, this show serves as a fantastic celebration of women and the crucial roles they had in the Second World War.
‘It’s a truly important & inspiring piece’: Lucie Jones on being part of LMTO’s concert staging of Howard Goodall’s Girlfriends
Singer and actress Lucie Jones spoke to Emma Clarendon about starring in the London Musical Theatre Orchestra’s upcoming concert production of Howard Goodall’s musical Girlfriends.
‘Truly a masterful performer’: LUCIE JONES – Live at Zedel ★★★★★
If you want to see a truthful artist who is so giving in her performance and able to magnetise a crowd toward her, then go and witness the star that is, Lucie Jones.
‘You can’t help but leave the theatre feeling great’: LEGALLY BLONDE – Touring
Although Legally Blonde has its hiccups, overall it is still a load of fun. With the huge production budget you can’t help but leave the theatre feeling great and covered in confetti.
‘Difficult to leave without a slight smile on your face’: LEGALLY BLONDE – Touring ★★★
Those seeing Legally Blonde for the first time will most likely have an enjoyable evening due to the warm-hearted nature of the piece. However, the many patchy moments made me feel as if the piece had lost some of its soul somewhere along the tour.
‘Wonderfully slick, joyfully funny musical’: LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL – Touring ★★★★
Legally Blonde is a real team effort with everyone turning in star performances, whether they are principals or part of the ensemble.
NEWS: Camelot, Girlfriends & A Christmas Carol all feature in London Musical Theatre Orchestra’s new season
London Musical Theatre Orchestra’s 2018 season features three musicals in concert: Lerner and Loewe’s Camelot at the London Palladium; Girlfriends, composed by Howard Goodall and starring Lucie Jones and Lauren Samuels, at Bishopsgate Institute; and the return of festive favourite A Christmas Carol at the Lyceum Theatre.
‘Sumptuous’: A CHRISTMAS CAROL – London Musical Theatre Orchestra ★★★★★
Reprising his 2016 creation, Robert Lindsay is a gnarled and grizzled Ebenezer Scrooge, blossoming as he journeys to discover compassion and kindness.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL – London Musical Theatre Orchestra ★★★★★
Robert Lindsay is sublime as Scrooge and throughout the evening delivered some delicate comic moments and gestures without ever detracting from his impeccable and endearing characterisation.
LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL – Touring ★★★★
“OMG You Guys!” The Festival Theatre is awash with pink as the hilarious Legally Blonde arrives in Edinburgh at the end of the first leg of its extensive UK tour.
‘Feelgood Fantasticness’: Top 5 reasons to see Legally Blonde on tour
Last night I visited the New Victoria theatre to see the UK tour of Legally Blonde. Seeing as I’ve already seen the show and reviewed it, I thought I’d do a bit of a different post and tell you some of my top reasons to see it.
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