[Review] Les Demoiselles de Rochefort au Théâtre du Lido : Elles sont de retour sur scène !

★★★★★ Words by Constance DRUGEOT / Photo : MARIA-HELENA BUCKLEY  Presque 60 ans après la sortie du film musical français, Les Demoiselles de Rochefort fait sa grande entrée sur scène au Théâtre du Lido à Paris. Le film iconique de … Continue reading [Review] Les Demoiselles de Rochefort au Théâtre du Lido : Elles sont de retour sur scène !

[Review] Bonnie & Clyde the Musical: Filmed Live

By Dorothy Grace FranklinPictures: all rights reserved ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The infamous duo of Bonnie & Clyde have been repeatedly deemed one of the most romanticized outlaws in American history, both serving as members of the Barrow Gang during the early 1930s until they met their demise in 1934, forever remembered in the eyes of some as rebellious folk heroes and to others, they were nothing but deadly criminals.  With lyrics by Frank Wildhorn, score by Don Black and book by Ivan Menchell, Bonnie & Clyde made its UK debut in 2022 via a special, two-night-only concert production, which is available for … Continue reading [Review] Bonnie & Clyde the Musical: Filmed Live

[Review] No Love Songs at Southwark Playhouse: A study of postnatal depression

By Constance Drugeot Pictures: all rights reserved ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Tacking the topic of mental health in musical theatre is never easy, even less, women’s experience with post-natal depression. Yet, this was achieved through a masterful blend of storytelling and music by Kyle Falconer’ and Laura Wilde’s new show, No Love Songs.  Currently playing at the Southwark Elephant Playhouse, following a sold-out premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2023, No Love Songs is based on the real-life experience of the two creators through their falling in love and their struggles with parenthood. The show takes the audience on the heartfelt and poignant … Continue reading [Review] No Love Songs at Southwark Playhouse: A study of postnatal depression

Enter the Mystical Realm of Rhythm&Ruse at Waterloo Vaults

Prepare to be enraptured by a spellbinding fusion of magic and cabaret unlike anything before… Dive into the mystical world of the occult at Rhythm&Ruse, situated within the legendary Vaults in Waterloo. Set to unveil its secrets on August 29th, this clandestine secret society of magicians promises an unforgettable evening of revelry in an immersive experience unlike any other. Expect world-class magic, captivating live jazz, and sultry cabaret performances from some of London’s top immersive talent, all accompanied by free-flowing cocktails from the award-winning Tom Savano.  Residing in the dimly lit arches of Waterloo, Rhythm&Ruse invites guests on a journey to discover the … Continue reading Enter the Mystical Realm of Rhythm&Ruse at Waterloo Vaults

MusicalCon is back for another year with special guests!

Returning to London on 19 and 20 October, 2024 at ExCeL London, the world’s biggest musical theatre fan convention will welcome over 700 special guests including West End and Broadway star Todrick Hall (Burlesque, Chicago, Kinky Boots), Layton Williams (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie/Billy Elliot), Lucie Jones (Wicked, Waitress, Les Misérables) and this year’s Guest of Honour Tony, Grammy and Emmy award winner André De Shields (Hadestown, The Wiz). For the third time in a row, Musical Con will welcome thousands of fans, of all ages, from across the country and abroad, to celebrate all things musicals under one roof. Spanning 10,000 square metres, Musical Con will offer more than 100 hours of unique … Continue reading MusicalCon is back for another year with special guests!