We round up the reviews for the revival of the musical, directed by Joseph Pitcher.
WhatsOnStage: ***** “This is a piece of theatre that serves as pure pleasure that would be ideal for audiences who know it intimately and those encountering the show fresh. Lerner and Loewe’s masterpiece is spruced up and looking in its prime, so get you to the Mill on time!”
Broadway World: ***** “My Fair Lady is a stunning and intimate version of the classical musical that will have audience members happily humming on their way out of the theatre. Pitcher has worked with The Mill at Sonning to create a wonderful production that is perfect for the holiday season.”
West End Best Friend: ***** “Joseph Pitcher ensures that the scale of the production never feels constrained by the intimate theatre space. The co-choreography is inventive and the entire ensemble moves with precision and energy, selling every scene from the street market bustle to the opulence of the Embassy ball. Charlie Ingles’ expert orchestrations and fresh arrangements, brought to life by musical director Nick Tudor, imbue the iconic score with a fresh, crisp sound while retaining its sweeping, romantic quality.”
London Theatre Reviews.co.uk: ***** “The ensemble are magnificent not only as actors, dancers, singers, and musicians, but also as the driving force behind seamless scene changes. They transport us effortlessly between locations without the abrupt pauses that often accompany transitions. This is made possible by Diego Pitach’s clever and impactful set design.”
All That Dazzles: ***** “This cast is bursting with talent, with Sophie-Louise Dann another highlight in her dual roles as Mrs Higgins and Mrs Hopkins, and Jo Serve giving a strong turn as Colonel Pickering. Another standout is undoubtedly Mark Moraghan for his scene-stealing turn as Eliza’s dad, Alfred P. Doolittle. Getting two of the biggest numbers of the musical, the energy and comedy he provides all but bring the house down, ensuring the most rapturous reception of the night.”
Musical Theatre Review: ***** “Diego Pitarch’s set design is amazing, especially given the size of the theatre, and the costumes by Natalie Titchener and lighting by Jamie Platt also contribute to the excellence of this production. No doubt the best I’ve seen at the Mill at Sonning, with Pitcher’s Gypsy and High Society as closer runners-up.”
London Theatre 1: ***** “The attention to detail is quite extraordinary, with different aspects of the production coming together in such a way to ensure the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Take, for instance, Natalie Titchener’s costume design – Doolittle’s outfit at Royal Ascot might not have been all that impressive. Frankly, these days one might find something similar for a tenner or less on Vinted. But it goes perfectly well with Higgins and a fellow linguist, Colonel Pickering (a delightful Jo Servi) – that is, two men – going off without Doolittle or any other woman to find a ‘suitable’ dress worthy of Ascot. Higgins’ mother (Sophie-Louise Dann) was a strong, no-nonsense character with sharp observations.”
The Arts Desk: **** “I wasn’t entirely convinced by Akande’s pre-transformation accent, but it’s far more important to be sure of her vowels post-transformation, and she’s spot on at that point. She gives full value to “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly” and “I Could Have Danced All Night” as does Naaman with “Why Can’t the English?” and the shocking “You Did It”. (Top) hats off too for Alfie Blackwell delivering the best song in the show in “On the Street Where You Live” in the underwritten part of the besotted milquetoast, Freddie Eynsford-Hill.”
The Reviews Hub: **** 1/2 “My Fair Lady may have some dubious sexual politics at its heart. Still, by acknowledging them and placing us securely on Eliza’s side, the Mill’s production helps us contextualise everything that goes on. That it does so with such heart, and such impressive work from a company firing on all cylinders, that it feels like a delicious – one might even say “loverly” – festive treat.”
Theatre Weekly: ***** “Pitcher’s direction ensures the piece never drags, even in dialogue-heavy scenes, and the humour lands without undercutting the emotional stakes. This is, without doubt, The Mill at Sonning’s finest Christmas show yet. It is beautifully staged, impeccably performed and brimming with heart.”
The Spy in the Stalls: **** “This is a wonderfully stylish presentation, and an absolute joy. A real feast for the senses. Especially with the pre-show meal. It does make for quite a late night, though. But, hey, no matter. “I Could Have Danced All Night”.”
British Theatre Guide: “This is a show packed with good songs, many favourite numbers, but here they are also dance pieces that explode in Pitcher and Alex Christian’s choreography while the same spirited movement helps speed the changes to Diego Pitarch’s settings.”
Theatre Vibe: “I loved this production, super singing, great design by Diego Pitarc, a wonderful band with great sound design and originally choregraphed, newly invented dance scenes from director and co-choreographer Joseph Pitcher. It is the most deserving of a transfer, so many may miss out if it does not, and gains an easy five stars from Theatrevibe, the site that doesn’t do stars.”
My Fair Lady continues to play until the 17th January 2026.