Musicals
The triple-threat of music, dance and drama and another staple of the London theatre scene. There are plenty of musicals on the West End, but it’s the Off West End where you’ll find the new stuff, so don’t be afraid to jump in!
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Review: Fairlight, Wimbledon Park Tennis Courts
An innovative, immersive, electropop experience that contests the invisibility of gay players in professional tennis.
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Review: Beauty and the Beast, The Montgomery, Sheffield
A bright and entertaining presentation of Disney's classic show with some excellent performances from the hardworking cast.
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Review: Chess, Royal Academy of Music
A dazzling array of talent illuminates this popular musical by taking it back to square one.
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Review: Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Lyceum Theatre
An extravagant and vibrant, full-on, larger than life production with heart. You'll be swept away by the utter gloriousness of it.
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Feature: Tick,Tick… the Legacy of Jonathan Larson
An intimate first glimpse at The Jonathan Larson Project reveals a cast and creative team alive with affection, responsibility and excitement
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Review: Grindr: The Opera! (an unauthorised parody), Union Theatre
Searing, sultry and salty; Grindr: The Opera! is unforgettable.
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Review: Summer Holiday the Musical, Crucible Theatre
A feel-good musical with infectious, energetic performances from a talented cast of actor-musicians.
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Review: Our Public House, Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse
An interesting and absorbing exploration of political issues, considering how ordinary people can make their voices heard.
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Review: Company, University Drama Studio, Sheffield
A hugely impressive production of this difficult piece, with the talented cast excelling in their complex roles.
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Review: I Made You A Mixtape, The Cockpit
The One Where the 90s Never Ended: I Made You a Mixtape is a joyous, genre-defying, alt-rock-fuelled love letter to the 90s.