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: 2020 The Musical, EdFringe
A heartwarming and entertaining musical
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Review: This Girl – The Cynthia Lennon Story, Upstairs at the Gatehouse
A musical that has potential. It is clearly made with affection, but is currently lacking in rigour.
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Review: A Soldier’s Woman, Cockpit Theatre
A story of female defiance in times of war.
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Review: Ride, Southwark Playhouse
A perfect and unparalleled rollercoaster of a journey
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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