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: 1966, Edfringe
An enthusiastic cast give a snapshot of teen life from the 1960s in this mini jukebox musical
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Review: Book of Mountains and Seas, Royal Lyceum Theatre
A polished production that exudes ethereal mystery, but is overly static.
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Review: Amazing Life Gospel Choir, EdFringe
A performance that raises the roof of Edinburgh’s New Town Church.
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Review: Beethoven: I Shall Hear In Heaven, Opera Holland Park
A great stage biopic, but more music please!
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Review: Swedish Furniture Store – The Musical, The Courtyard Theatre
An exciting premise that struggles with a dated plot and music that fails to delight.
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Review: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, EdFringe
Strong comedic and vocal performances from a talented cast of student performers.
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Review: Remember that Time? A Musical, EdFringe
A creative and heart felt musical piece of autobiographical theatre bought to life by the immensely talented TV and Film songwriter Annmarie Cullen.
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Review: Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares, EdFringe
Wry perspective on life, love, and America’s place in the world that brings a bit of Broadway to the Fringe.
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Review: Saving Mozart, The Other Palace
A musical that sets out to build a more inclusive picture of the composer’s family.
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Review: And They Played Shang A Lang, Edfringe
After its previous 12 years’ success at the Fringe, this jukebox musical play returns as we follow Jim through his school days growing up in 70’s Edinburgh.