A brave choice of revival by All Star Productions, but not the best: feels out of place and offers little relevance. Definitely a show for fans of the 1930s musical era.
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How To Win Against History, Ovalhouse – Review
Fabulously flamboyant, wonderfully witty and above all an absolute smash hit.
Read More »The Fix, New Union Theatre – Review
Pros: Resplendent and enduring performances with an engaging narrative Cons: The heat in the studio and additional seating affected comfort levels This summer sees the return of The Fix at Southwark’s New Union Theatre. Last seen at the theatre in 2012 before the Union Theatre moved into its new home (hence the change of name), the musical follows the drama and corruption of the Chandlers, a family that is determined – at all costs – to get their hands on the ...
Read More »American Idiot, Arts Theatre – Review
From air guitars to actual guitars, American Idiot is a musical just different enough to appeal to a whole new audience of theatre goers.
Read More »The Stripper, St James Theatre – Review
A fun pastiche of classic film noir mixed with a good whodunnit, but with a somewhat outdated plot.
Read More »I’m Getting My Act Together & Taking It On The Road, Jermyn Street Theatre – Review
Pros: Brilliant sound quality and excellent execution. I’d definitely watch this show again. Cons: In the intimacy of a 70-seat studio theatre, I was easily distracted by the obnoxious behaviour of a fellow spectator. Almost every night since 1994, the Jermyn Street Theatre has been welcoming around 70 people into an intimate space once used as a changing room by the staff of an adjacent restaurant. Listed on Google as a ‘tiny fringe theatre for plays & musicals’, this venue ...
Read More »Cathy Come Home, Barbican Theatre – Review
Still raw and still relevant, Cathy shines a light once again on the misconceptions surrounding poverty and homelessness.
Read More »Through The Mill, Southwark Playhouse – Review
A remarkable night of theatre exploring the tragic life of Judy Garland.
Read More »Gobsmacked!, Udderbelly – Review
A rollicking sashay through a soundscape of popular music via the medium of the human voice.
Read More »Heels of Glory, Chelsea Theatre – Review
There’s only one word that you could really use to describe this show: fabulous!
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