Empowering in many aspects, somehow elements of the story feel as though they get lost in this ambitious musical. It is admittedly fairly impossible to get a chance to catch every show that is happening in London and back in 2018 this was one show that sadly I missed out on seeing live. But thanks… Continue reading REVIEW: Wasted, Southwark Playhouse (Online)
This debut album from the London Musical Theatre Orchestra is lively and expertly performed - but highlights a couple of issues with the musical itself. Having been to see this concert performance at the Bishopsgate Institute last November, I was curious to hear if the London Musical Theatre Orchestra's performance translated just as well onto… Continue reading Album Review: Girlfriends by London Musical Theatre Orchestra
The live recording of the London Musical Theatre's concert performance of Girlfriends, by Emmy Award-winner Howard Goodall and recorded at Bishopsgate Institute has been released. The London Musical Theatre Orchestra's live recording of their concert performance of Howard Goodall's Girlfriends has been released on CD and digital download. Recorded at the Bishopsgate Institute, the album… Continue reading NEWS: London Musical Theatre Orchestra Release Debut Album
There is no doubting the strength of Howard Goodall's beautiful score, with the cast of the London Musical Theatre Orchestra's latest concert delivering highly emotional performances. The London Musical Theatre Orchestra's latest concert performance brings to life the glorious score of Howard Goodall's Girlfriends, complete with an all-star cast who capture the courage and… Continue reading REVIEW: Girlfriends, London Musical Theatre Orchestra, Bishopsgate Institute
Casting for the concert performances taking place at the Bishopgate Institute on the 2nd and 3rd November has been announced. Composed by Emmy Award-winner Howard Goodall, Girlfriends is World War II set British musical and celebrates the work of the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF). Today, casting has been confirmed for the concert performances, which will be directed… Continue reading NEWS: Casting Confirmed for LMTO’s Concert of Girlfriends
Adam Lenson directs Natasha Barnes in this new rock musical about the Brontës. Here, Love London Love Culture rounds up the reviews... The Stage: *** "While it doesn’t always work, and it’s freeform almost to a fault, musical theatre in this country isn’t often allowed to experiment with form and scale like this – and… Continue reading Review Round Up: Wasted, Southwark Playhouse
Love London Love Culture's Emma Clarendon attended the launch for new rock musical Wasted about the Bronte sisters. Here's a glimpse of what to expect... Playing at the Southwark Playhouse from the 6th September, Wasted is a brand new rock musical that follows the ups and downs in the lives of the Bronte sisters, featuring… Continue reading First Look At… Wasted, Southwark Playhouse
The actress and singer has released her debut album - has it been worth the wait? It has to be said there are plenty of things to say about this refreshing and sophisticated debut album from Natasha Barnes - the difficulty is knowing exactly where to begin. Since making her big debut as Fanny Brice… Continue reading REVIEW: Real by Natasha Barnes
This gripping drama has plenty of twists and turns that keep the audience enthralled from beginning to end. Appearances can be deceptive as audiences find out in Karoline Leach's slow burning thriller that keeps audiences guessing right until the horrific ending, beautifully built up in Phoebe Barran's intimate production. Adelaide is a hardworking shop girl… Continue reading REVIEW: Tryst, Tabard Theatre
Fresh from her performance as Mabel in the London Musical Theatre Orchestra's performance of Mack and Mabel at the Hackney Empire, Natasha Barnes spoke to Love London Love Culture about her debut album and upcoming performance in Tryst at the Tabard Theatre... Hi Natasha, congratulations on your new single! How do you feel about releasing… Continue reading Interview with… Natasha Barnes
