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: Death Note: The Musical, The Barbican
An epic, big budget, polished production with a talented cast, lacking the psychological drama of the gripping source material.
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Review: Murder on the Allotment, The Cockpit
Cleverly representing the concerns over immigration through the lens of allotment holders gives this show lots of wit and quaintness. It just needs a little more drama to elevate it further.
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Review: CATS, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
A visually new version of Cats that maintains the original’s spirit and tone.
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Review: SINNER: A Musical Tragicomedy About Breaking Up With White Jesus, Just The Tonic
A deeply personal yet hilarious exploration of faith, womanhood and finding freedom
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Review: Asian Pirate Musical, Upstairs at the Gatehouse
An ambitious and entertaining musical adventure that has the makings of a thrilling stage voyage
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Review: Grease: The Immersive Movie Musical, Evolution London
Forget your worries, jump feet first into the 1950s and hand jive until your hands hurt at this unforgettable event of the summer.
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Review: Carrie: The Musical, Brockley Jack Studio Theatre
Messy, modern, and irresistibly theatrical, Carrie: The Musical brings Stephen King to the modern era
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Review: The Scale of Power, Union Theatre
A new and exciting musical that overflows with potential
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Review: Midnight at the Never Get, Menier Chocolate Factory
A moving melodic tale of forbidden love, artistic struggle and the music that keeps love and hope alive
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Review: Here Comes J Edgar Hoover, King’s Head Theatre
Cross-dressing, blackmail and bad taste jokes: J Edgar Hoover's extraordinary double life makes for an irresistibly entertaining musical