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: Hercules, Theatre Royal Drury Lane
How far can a cocktail of nostalgia and money take you? Evidently all the way to the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, where Disney’s bacchanal of bastardised Greek myth will dazzle, as long as you don’t look too closely.
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Review: Frozen: The Musical, Disney+
See the stage show of the famous animated film close up and in your own home!
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Review: Stereophonic, Duke of York’s Theatre
An intense dive into a band's gruelling creative process and fraught relationships. Like any great record, Stereophonic feels like one that will grow and grow with repeated playback.
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Review: King of Pangea, Kings Head Theatre
An engaging exploration of the comforts and wisdoms which can be sought from childhood experiences, full of life lessons, wonder and catchy songs.
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Review: The Elvis Years, Dominion Theatre
The Dominion Theatre recently hosted The Elvis Years, a one-night event celebrating Elvis’ career asa singer and actor, from his first studio sessions in Memphis in 1953 to his death in 1977. It’s animposing and capacious theatre (over 2,000 seats)…
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Review: Showstopper! The Improvised Musical, Crucible Theatre, Sheffield
Impressive improvisation skills from talented performers who create a full length musical in the moment.
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Review: Merrily We Roll Along, The Playground Theatre
An intimate and heartwarming rendition of the Sondheim classic.
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Review: Next To Normal, National Cinemas
A powerful, emotional, and timeless musical experience on the big screen.
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Review: Urinetown, The University of Sheffield Drama Studio
A very different musical comedy, blending dystopia, satire, parody and a fabulous score to create a highly enjoyable night at the theatre.
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Review: Elephant, Menier Chocolate Factory
Anoushka Lucas’ one of a kind gig-musical theatre piece is an evocative response to systemic racism and the lasting effects of colonialism.