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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Scenes from Hello Again, Blue Elephant Theatre – Review
An energised play with some West-End worthy performances.
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Hostage Song, Finborough Theatre – Review
A new kind of musical that challenges its audience with a twisted perspective on a hostage story.
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Fashion Victim The Musical, Cinema Museum – Review
A very enjoyable evening of singing, dancing and laughing.
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Bathhouse: The Musical, Above The Stag Theatre – Review
Pros: A charismatic cast and lots and lots of laughter. Cons: The story is as thin as can be. Bathhouse: The Musical is essentially a fish-out-of-water story about a young gay man’s introduction to the Bathhouse. He is looking for…
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Zanna, Don’t!, Landor Theatre – Review
High camp – this fab musical is all sequins, rainbows and fun.
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Rock The Ballet, Peacock Theatre – Review
It’s loud, cheeky, unsubtle and unabashedly entertaining. A proper crowd-pleaser.
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Picture Perfect, St James Theatre – Review
A schmaltzy song cycle with heartwarming highs that will leave you feeling fuzzy.
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Miss Saigon, Prince Edward Theatre – Review
Miss Saigon is a stunning musical and will entertain audiences for many years to come but this revival doesn’t quite live up to die-hard fan’s expectations.
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Fings Ain’t Wot They Used T’be, Theatre Royal Stratford East – Review
A barnstorming update of a musical showcasing the unique talent of Lionel Bart.
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Godspell in Concert, Lyric Theatre – Review
A great evening filled with sing-along songs and vocal miracles! Let’s send out the call to bring Godspell back to the West End!