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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Prom Kween, Underbelly Cowgate – Review
A riotously fun crowd-pleaser which wraps glitter and fluff around an intelligent and utterly convincing message.
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The Adventures of Pinocchio, Ambassadors Theatre – Review
A brilliant cast of kids save the show from mediocrity.
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Evita, Phoenix Theatre – Review
Pros: Beautiful voices and some emotional scenes – this is a production where the women shine! Cons: A rushed plotline and poor sound design. It had been almost ten years since I last saw Evita, and with fond memories I was…
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Lovestuck, The Cockpit – Review
Featuring some outlandish plot devices that are lacking in depth, LoveStuck is certainly not a dull musical!
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The Marriage of Kim K, Arcola Theatre – Review
A mind-bending, thoroughly enjoyable romp through several centuries of music and marriage.
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Yank! A World War II Love Story, Charing Cross Theatre – Review
An excellent plot nearly gets buried under a bland song book, but powerful storytelling wins in the end.
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He Shoots! He Scores!, Above The Stag – Review
A boisterous musical with balls and a lot of heart!
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The Quentin Dentin Show, Tristan Bates Theatre – Review
Inventive project with a fabulous score, story could have flowed better.
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Blondel, Union Theatre – Review
A light-hearted medieval musical with a solid cast, occasionally brilliant comedy and some catchy songs, but sadly lacking the overall polish and wow-factor of Tim Rice’s later triumphs.
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Holy Crap, King’s Head Theatre – Review
If you want to laugh hysterically and be impressed by an original performance, this is the show for you.