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: Ghost Light, The Hope Theatre
Retains a traditional style at its core, but with an enjoyable dark edge. One to enjoy even for those who protest that they don’t like musicals.
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Review: Rockstar, King’s Head Theatre
Tuneful tale of bisexuality in the music business.
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Review: Then, Now and Next
Modern, clever, compelling, and above all, real.
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Review: Scouts! The Musical, The Other Palace
A fun, engaging new comedy musical
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Review: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, New Wimbledon Theatre
It’s no secret amongst my family and friends: Matilda is without doubt my favourite musical of all time. I’ve seen it 15 times. So this production of another Roald Dahl classic, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, was really going to…
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Review: Lost in Music: One Night at the Disco, Adelphi Theatre
An invaluable chance to relive the magic of the 1970s
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Review: Showstopper! The Improvised Musical, Cambridge Theatre
‘What happens?’ I hear you ask. Well, I don’t know, and neither do the actors!
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Review: How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Southwark Playhouse
This satirical musical feels somewhat dated.
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Review: Fisherman’s Friends, New Wimbledon Theatre
Superb sea shanties prove British Theatre is back!
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Review: Operation Mincemeat, Fortune Theatre
A gem of a show that is more than deserving of its place in the West End