Musicals, Reviews, Theatre

REVIEW: Marry Me A Little, Barn Theatre (Online)

This musical revue featuring songs that weren't featured in some of Stephen Sondheim's best known musicals is beautifully captured in this production. (c)Eve Dunlop Charming, elegant and stylish, Kirk Jameson's production of Marry Me a Little has a lot to recommend it both visually and vocally that makes it immensely enjoyable to watch. Formed of… Continue reading REVIEW: Marry Me A Little, Barn Theatre (Online)

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NEWS: Amélie the Musical Cast Recording Release Date Announced

The musical, nominated for three Olivier Awards will release a cast recording next month. It has been announced that Amélie the Musical will be releasing its cast recording on the 5th June. The musical, based on the 2001  romantic comedy film by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, originally ran at the Watermill Theatre before completing a UK tour… Continue reading NEWS: Amélie the Musical Cast Recording Release Date Announced

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REVIEW: Amelie, New Victoria Theatre

This new musical based on the film has a quiet charm about it that reflects the central character's personality. (c)Pamela Raith Photography. Not since Emma Rice's Romantics Anonymous have I felt so charmed, captivated and so emotionally invested in a musical through watching Michael Fentiman's beautiful production of Amelie. Featuring a book by Craig Lucas,… Continue reading REVIEW: Amelie, New Victoria Theatre

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NEWS: Initial Casting Announced for UK Premiere of Amelie the Musical

It has been announced that the French- Canadian actress Audrey  Brisson will be playing the role of Amélie Poulian in the UK premiere of the musical based on  the Oscar nominated film.  (c)Michael Wharley. The production, which will open at the Watermill Theatre in Newbury on the 11th April, before embarking on a UK tour, will be directed by  Michael Fentiman. Audrey Brisson is set to play the title role that was originally played by  Audrey Tautou in the 2001 film Le Fabuleux… Continue reading NEWS: Initial Casting Announced for UK Premiere of Amelie the Musical

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NEWS: The Light in the Piazza To Play at the Royal Festival Hall in 2019

The London premiere of the Tony Award winning musical is set to take place at the Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall from the 14th June until the 5th July.  Scenario Two have announced that their debut production will be the London premiere of Craig Lucas and Adam Guettel's musical which will be directed by Daniel… Continue reading NEWS: The Light in the Piazza To Play at the Royal Festival Hall in 2019

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NEWS: Full Casting for An American in Paris Confirmed

Casting for the London production of the Oscar winning film starring Gene Kelly has been confirmed.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EiI08lUxTFM The award winning Broadway production transfers to London's Dominion Theatre from March 2017, along with Broadway stars Robert Fairchild and Leanne Cope reprising their roles as Jerry Mulligan and Lise Dassin for the West End transfer. They will joined on stage by Haydn… Continue reading NEWS: Full Casting for An American in Paris Confirmed