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A classic zombie experience that does exactly what it says on the tin.

Benjamin Scheuer is the singer-songwriter whose show, The Lion, recently won Best New Musical at the Off West End Awards. Clare Annamalai spoke to him at the St James Theatre.

A great cutting-edge production and unique adaptation that, much like the troubled teenager herself, needs to be seen to be believed

 A fun musical that manages to make some serious points along the way.

A funny, compassionate and entertaining first half, let down by a maudlin and disappointing denouement.

An award winner deserving of all the praise it has received. Loved it, loved it, loved it.

Balances everything perfectly from humour to emotional integrity. Then spins it all together in a story that is eye-opening and human.

A powerful, must-see production about apartheid with a message that resonates more than 30 years after it was written. An important story with important voices told with nuance, sensitivity and truth.

A compelling drama with a good bit of mystery and a fantastic set.

The juggling acts are great fun and awe inspiring, but long expositional sections counter the extraordinary physical skill.