Having seen the ways that people can come together in a crisis in the uplifting Come From Away last week, this week brought a more anarchic and nihilistic view of post-9/11 America from American Idiot, the rock opera based on the Green Day concept album of the same name.
‘Opera North has a triumph on its hands’: KISS ME, KATE – West End ★★★★
Kiss Me, Kate is full of moments, that remind you of the magic of Cole Porter’s timeless music when performed by a truly remarkable cast and orchestra. Opera North has a triumph on its hands, which will enthral audiences lucky enough to see this classy production.
‘Unmissable musical theatre’: PIPPIN – Southwark Playhouse ★★★★★
This Pippin is one of those productions rarely seen on the fringe. It captures the sparkle of Broadway, transporting it to south London in a whirl of unmissable musical theatre.
INTERVIEW: Spotlight On… Electra’s Lydia Larson
Lydia Larson is set to star as the title role in Electra until 24 March as part of The Bunker Theatre’s spring season. She spoke to Love London Love Culture about what people can expect from this modern retelling of the Greek myth.
‘Creatively speaking, no stone is left unturned’: WICKED – Touring ★★★★★
Wicked is a modern classic which remains as strong as ever on tour. With stellar performances from a standout cast, it’s set to be ‘Popular’ with audiences throughout the land.
‘Performances are stellar across the board’: PIPPIN – Southwark Playhouse ★★★★
For a mystical, magical, mystical, whimsical show that will surprise, make sure you get along to the Southwark Playhouse for the limited run of Pippin.
‘A polished gem’: A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS – Upstairs at the Gatehouse ★★★★
Carefully curated by Chris Burgess, and starring Kieran Brown, Steven Dalziel, Natalie Green and Laura Sillett, A Night At The Oscars is a charming production of a delightful idea.
‘Engaging to watch throughout’: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL – Touring ❤❤❤❤❤
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical is a masterclass in singer/songwriting skills, showcased through wonderful music that really brightens up a cold winter’s evening.
NEWS: Matt Lucas, Tracy-Ann Oberman and Patricia Hodge cast in Chichester Festival Theatre 2018 season
Matt Lucas, Tracy-Ann Oberman and Patricia Hodge will be joining the Festival 2018 cast at Chichester Festival Theatre.
‘The cast exudes class & gives performances of a lifetime’: MISS SAIGON – Touring ★★★★★
This production of Miss Saigon is like watching a fast-paced amazing Technicolor visual spectacle for the whole two hours and 40 minutes. The chemistry, the power and intensity is palpable in this touring show, the heat is most definitely on.
Broadway production of Les Misérables is to tour the UK & Ireland from November 2018
After nearly a decade since the last UK tour sold out within days, the Broadway production of Boublil and Schönberg’s musical Les Misérables will open at Curve Leicester for a season from 3 to 24 November 2018 (press night 14 November 2018).
Broadway production of Les Misérables is to tour the UK & Ireland from November 2018
After nearly a decade since the last UK tour sold out within days, the Broadway production of Boublil and Schönberg’s musical Les Misérables will open at Curve Leicester for a season from 3 to 24 November 2018 (press night 14 November 2018).
‘You can’t resist this production’s charm’: EUGENIUS! – The Other Palace ★★★★★
The songs are infuriatingly catchy in Eugenius!, they stay with you for days. Its cool cast is energetic and engaging and you can’t resist this production’s charm.
‘Highly engaging experience’: CARMEN 1808 – Union Theatre ❤❤❤❤
Phil Willmott’s production of Carmen 1808, based on Bizet’s beloved opera, has plenty of passion and Spanish flair to make for a highly engaging experience.
FROM DOWN UNDER: Gilligan’s Island the Musical
Nostalgia aficionados may enjoy the trip down memory lane of Gilligan’s Island the Musical, but the talented cast and crew deserve better material in future stage outings.
Olivier Awards – my public panel application 2018
It’s that point in the year again: Olivier Award public panel application time! After getting to the interview stage last year (better than 2016 and 2015) I was hoping to do it again this time round but it wasn’t to be.
‘Brings a whole new audience to discover the magic’: THE SOUND OF MUSIC – Touring ★★★★
It may be a cliché, but Edinburgh is definitely “alive with the Sound of Music” once again as the classic musical returns to the Playhouse.
‘Packed with excellent choreography’: FLASHDANCE – Touring
Hannah Chissick has managed to create a show in Flashdance which captures the flavour of the 1980s and the spirit of the original film, really focusing on the dancing element and celebrating it which makes it a joy to watch.
NEWS: Jonny Fines and Emma Williams head up An Officer and a Gentleman – The Musical cast
Jonny Fines and Emma Williams will lead the cast of the world premiere production of An Officer and a Gentleman – The Musical when the show opens at Curve on 6 April 2018 (press night 19 April) before beginning a UK and Ireland tour.
‘High energy from start to finish’: FLASHDANCE – Touring ★★★
Flashdance isn’t the most astounding piece of theatre but it’s high energy from start to finish with some memorable songs that’ll definitely get stuck in your head.