Celebrating a magnificent new piece of theatre is always a joy, but even more so when it’s a brand new British musical. Whilst it may not have an original score, Richard Hawley’s music lends itself perfectly to this story centred around Park Hill, the infamous brutalist Sheffield housing estate. Premiering at the Crucible Theatre in …
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Theatre Review: Anyone Can Whistle at the Southwark Playhouse
Originally a huge flop for Stephen Sondheim, bringing back this largely ignored show back after 58 years was a strange choice. Especially as it is the first staged Sondheim production to open in the UK since his passing last year. Anyone Can Whistle lasted only a mere twelve previews and nine performances on Broadway before …
Theatre Review: Amelie, Criterion Theatre
After touring the UK pre-pandemic, Amelie has found a new home in the heart of Piccadilly Circus. This quirky little show, based on the 2001 film of the same name, is one of the first musicals to be delighting audiences once again. You can’t help but admire their bravery for taking the risk and opening …