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: Apple of My Eye: The Steve Jobs Musical, Upstairs at The Gatehouse
Informative, if not interrogatory
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Review: The Wedding Singer, The Bridewell Theatre
A brilliant, fun show full of incredible vocals, great songs, fabulous choreography and a hilarious script!
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Review: Hercules: Myth And Murder, Hen and Chickens Theatre
This is a clever and fun show that manages to pack in a wide variety of entertainment. A cleverly crafted combination of detective drama, musical revue and outright comedy, but still with attention given to the human drama.
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Review: Savoy! Everybody’s Doing It, Phoenix Arts Club
A vibrant musical with standout performances and clever wordplay
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Review: Shrek the Musical, Eventim Apollo
A swampful of colourful costumes
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Review: Dorian the Musical, Southwark Playhouse
A musical adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s 1891 novel that needs to be refined.
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Review: Bacha Posh Hip-Hop Musical, Riverside Studios
Strong hip-hop beats
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Review: The Children’s Inquiry, Southwark Playhouse
Breathes fresh air into the interrogation of the care system
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Review: You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown, Bridewell Theatre
This is a must see musical for anyone with even a vague fondness for the genre.
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Review: Your Lie in April, Harold Pinter Theatre
Captures the essence of the original manga