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Read in-depth reviews of West End shows, offering expert opinions and audience reactions to the latest theatre performances.

Titanique The Musical Review: Did the Show Sink or Swim?

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Titanique The Musical Review: Did the Show Sink or Swim?

The film is over 25 years old now, so Leo has obviously lost interest—but thankfully, Céline Dion...

20 Mar, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon

Moulin Rouge! The Musical Review: A Spectacular, Spectacular Night of Love and Tragedy

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Moulin Rouge! The Musical Review: A Spectacular, Spectacular Night of Love and Tragedy

A real treat whether or not you’re a fan of the film. Does anyone else remember skiving off P.E i...

17 Mar, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon

Clueless, The Musical at the Trafalgar Theatre—Like, Totally a Blast!

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Clueless, The Musical at the Trafalgar Theatre—Like, Totally a Blast!

Half writing this, half ascertaining if I can pass an intensive driving course and afford a vinta...

14 Mar, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon

The Last Laugh review: How do you create the ultimate feel-good comedy? Just like this

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The Last Laugh review: How do you create the ultimate feel-good comedy? Just like this

“When I first said I wanted to be a comedian, everybody laughed. They’re not laughing now.” Bob M...

27 Feb, 2025 | By Sian McBride

Richard II review: Jonathan Bailey’s wickedly charismatic king rules the Bridge Theatre

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Richard II review: Jonathan Bailey’s wickedly charismatic king rules the Bridge Theatre

Guys and dolls have made way for kings and dukes at the Bridge Theatre, where Jonathan Bailey rul...

19 Feb, 2025 | By Sian McBride

The Years review: A heart-breaking and life-affirming celebration of womanhood

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The Years review: A heart-breaking and life-affirming celebration of womanhood

The stage manager appears from the wings and the performance is stopped. We’re a third of the way...

10 Feb, 2025 | By Sian McBride

Oedipus review: Rami Malek plays a blinder in UK stage debut

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Oedipus review: Rami Malek plays a blinder in UK stage debut

The Old Vic adaptation has been in the works since 2019, and the source material dates back consi...

5 Feb, 2025 | By Sian McBride