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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Shang-a-Lang, King’s Head Theatre – Review
A funny show with great acting and comic timing. Deals with coming to terms with ageing without sentimentality.
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Valley of Song: A Musical Romance, Finborough Theatre – Review
A very well performed, charming revival for the WW1 centenary that feels undeveloped.
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A Spoonful of Sherman, St James Theatre – Review
Enjoy schmaltzy songs, Dick Van Dyke and singing orangutans? Then indulge in a trip down memory lane and worship at the shrine of Sherman.
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Theatre Royal Drury Lane – Review
A fantastic show with a vastly talented cast and toe-tapping tunes that will stick in your head for days.
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Lost Boy, Finborough Theatre – Review
A truly brilliant world premiere of this powerful musical, but don’t be surprised if you find yourselves having a few déjà vu moments.
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American Psycho, Almeida Theatre – Review
A thrilling, exciting and highly original musical which has far more depth than I remember from the film.
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A Christmas Carol – The Musical, Tabard Theatre – Review
Grab a ticket and get filled with mulled wine and festive spirit. In the words of Charles Dickens and Tiny Tim, God Bless us, everyone one!
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Seussical The Musical, The Arts Theatre – Review
The cute but slightly canned production will be perfect for kids and families, but may be lacking for adult theatre fans.
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Ernest, Etcetera Theatre – Review
This is a fun idea that is perhaps limited by resource.
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Thriller Live, Lyric Theatre – Review
There is no story but for my money, that doesn’t matter. The singing is stunning, the dancing incredible and I dare anyone to come out of the theatre without a spring in their step and a smile on their face.