Annie: Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury Reviewed 14th October 2019 ★★★★★ Coming direct from London's West End the smash-hit Annie is currently touring the UK much to audiences delight. Set in the 1930s young Annie is desperate to find her parents whilst living in misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Her luck changes when she’s chosen to spend... Continue Reading →
School of Rock The Musical: Gillian Lynne Theatre, London Reviewed 13th October 2019 ★★★★★ Andrew Lloyd Webber's reinvention of the iconic, hit movie School of Rock follows Dewey Finn, failed rock star come supply teacher. Working at a prestigious prep school he transforms the class into a mind-blowing rock band with the mission of entering... Continue Reading →
Tales of the Turntable: Southbank Centre, London Reviewed 18th August 2019 ★★★★ 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... Continue Reading →
Seussical: Southwark Playhouse, London Reviewed 27th November 2018 ★★★★★ The magical world of Dr Seuss is brought to life on stage by Eric Idle and Tony Award winners Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty. This cheerful musical follows much-loved characters including the Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz and many more on a... Continue Reading →
Madagascar The Musical UK Tour: Churchill Theatre, Bromley Reviewed 25th September 2018 ★★★ Madagascar The Musical is the brand new toe-tapping musical from Dreamworks based on the hit 2005 film, Madagascar. It follows Alex (X-Factor 2016 winner Matt Terry), Marty, Melman and Gloria as they escape from New York's Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an... Continue Reading →
Shrek the Musical: Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury Reviewed 17th July 2018 ★★★★★ Pure fun and laughter. This record-breaking UK and Ireland Tour, based upon the blockbuster DreamWorks film Shrek, is back and is set to turn the world of fairytales upside down in an all-singing, all-dancing musical comedy. Most audience members will be all too familiar with... Continue Reading →
OVO, Cirque du Soleil: Royal Albert Hall. Reviewed on the 10th January 2018 ★★★★ Cirque du Soleil returns to the majestic Royal Albert Hall to kickstart 2018 with its show, OVO! Never seen before in the UK, this stunning show is a rush of energy and movement featuring many of Cirque du Soleil’s mind-blowing signature acts. The audience are... Continue Reading →
2017 was an outstanding year for theatre. I saw 53 shows in all and along the way found some hits and inevitably some misses. The best thing about theatre is that you just don't know what you're going to get. Whilst some shows may sound amazing, they may leave you feeling nothing. Whereas others touch... Continue Reading →
The Christmasaurus - Live on Stage: Hammersmith Apollo, London Reviewed 22nd December 2017 ★★★★★ Featuring all new songs The Christmasaurus - Live On Stage is based on Tom Fletcher's hit book. It is a full scale family affair with Tom appearing alongside his wife Giovanna Fletcher, sister Carrie Hope Fletcher and ex-McFly bandmates Harry Judd and... Continue Reading →
The Lost Boy Peter Pan: Pleasance Theatre, London Reviewed 4th December 2017 (press night). ★★★ Based on the famous children’s story, this adaptation of J.M. Barrie's classic tale gives an insight into Peter’s life and the affect being a Lost Boy has on him. Performed by seven live actor-musicians and featuring an exciting and diverse selection of... Continue Reading →
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