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5* for
@SoLuckyMusical
@GrandTheatreLS1
"as cheesy as chips and as camp as a jamboree, it’s pink, it's sparkly and it's full to the brim of infectious tunes that you will be singing for days afterwards"
"Although this production is quite intense, it does offer the right amount of drama, alongside some light comedy giving the show a great balance for viewing"
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5* for
@sisteractsocial
@Everymanchelt
"Without doubt, the star of this show is the perfect combination of costume design, ironic humour, storytelling through song and the restorative effect of soul music"
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4* for The King of Reggae
@SheffieldLyceum
"This production is all about audience participation which adds to making this a great night out for any lover of reggae music"
"a veritable cornucopia of coups de theatre, culminating in a real jawdropper, and it’s ultimately as exhilarating as it is deeply disturbing and dislocating"
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4* for Frankenstein
@YorkTheatre
@tiltedwiguk
"This show is not afraid to shock. For much of the performance you couldn’t hear a pin drop. It’s very raw and stripped back. Very thought provoking. Perfect for the Halloween season"
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5* for The Whispering Jungle at Hull City Hall
"This production is beautifully done, it’s thought provoking and it is one of the best pieces of inclusive theatre I have had the pleasure to watch"
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5* for The Real and Imagined History of the Elephant Man
@Grand_Theatre
"The cast themselves were unbelievable, especially bringing their disabilities into the production which only made this play phenomenal"
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4* for The Girl on the Train at
@salisburyplay
@WiltsCreative
"The show is high-octane at every step, you follow the lives of the characters gripped to find out the end of the story"
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4* The Cold Buffet at
@LiveTheatre
"an interesting and entertaining way to present a fairly familiar subject, namely family conflict. The themes explored will, I suspect, strike a chord with many members of the audience"
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5* for New Dawn Fades at Royal Northern College of Music
"undoubtedly the best portrayal of this story that I have witnessed. It is a truly moving play, evoking a wide range of emotions throughout"
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5* for I, Daniel Blake at
@stratfordeast
"There are no words that can do justice to this play, it is without a doubt the best show I have ever seen"
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5* for Peter Pan
@WGBpl
"a show for all ages as it includes the traditional elements of pantomime ... and Culture Club classic hits being belted out"
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5* for Tim O'Connor and Friends at Seven Arts in Leeds
"like having a huge warm hug when you need one, a genuine warm smile that you so you instantly return back ..... "
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5* for The Merchant of Venice 1936 at
@MalvernTheatres
"The best I’ve ever seen Shakespeare done and I wholeheartedly encourage you to get yourself a ticket asap"
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5* for A Voyage Round My Father
@camartstheatre
"This play is a testament to the enduring power of storytelling, and both Everett and Bardoe's portrayals are remarkable"
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5* for Crimes on Centre Court at
@RoyalDerngate
"Nonstop entertainment, well thought-out humour, ranging from visual gags, alliterative wordplay .... this is a show not to be missed!"
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5* for Ailey 2 at
@RoyalNottingham
"You will be impressed and thrilled by the power and movement on display in this talented world class dance troupe"
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4* for The Changling
@swkplay
"Another stunning show from Lazarus – The Changeling will leave you exhausted, strangely exhilarated and slightly worried about how much you enjoyed the carnage"
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5* for The Woman in Black
@Grand_Theatre
"This production has only two actors... Their performances can only be described as totally breath taking "
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5* for An Evening of Burlesque at Adelphi Theatre, London
"A lot of fun and a real hoot. Gather your friends, get dressed up, leave the front row for the extroverts and enjoy an evening of saucy entertainment. Highly recommended"
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5* for Beautiful Thing at
@LeedsPlayhouse
"beautifully told with humour with touches of deliberations, poignancy, reflections and hopes for the future"
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5* for The Quality of Mercy at
@PlaygroundW10
"Needless to say, this play is intense but it is also outstanding. It is a masterful production that makes me what to see this all over again"
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5* for Bernie Dieters Club Kabarett at
@ubsoho
@BernieDieter
"With Bernie's cut-throat wit and warm persona throughout the show, the whole experience is a standout triumph"
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5* for Echoes of Oppression
@MalvernTheatres
"perhaps the most perfectly balanced orchestra I’ve ever heard ..... allowed one to discover hitherto unheard details"
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3* for King Lear at Wyndhams Theatre, London
"It almost felt like I was witnessing Shakespearean speed dating, where I was getting Branagh’s best moves, impressing but not emoting"
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5* review for
@42ndsttouruk
at
@TheatreRoyalNew
"This stellar performance from a stunningly talented cast captures perfectly the glamorous atmosphere which was life in 1930s New York for some people"
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4* for
@OceanOnStage
at the Noel Coward Theatre
"every aspect of this musical from the set design and music to the actors really brought you into the story"
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4* for Hamnet at The Garrick Theatre, London
"a spellbinding piece of theatre, classy, intelligent and satisfying. Very highly recommended, whether or not you’ve read the book"
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5* for The Whispering Jungle at The Lowry
"Experiencing the interaction between the actors and the young audience members, along with their families, is truly beautiful. This memorable experience will stay with me for quite some time"
"There is a lovely atmosphere in the audience with it being held outdoors. Whether you are a fan of the book, the film or play in general, you will find something wonderful here"
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4.5* for A Voyage Around My Father at
@MalvernTheatres
"it’s an exploration of navigating the journey of life and those key relationships within it – and that’s what makes it such a fascinating"
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4* for Farm Hall at
@YvonneArnaud
"An exciting play perfect for lovers of Drama and History that is thought provoking and a fascinating glimpse into the past"
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5* for Invisible Animal
@OmnibusTheatre
"The writing is so revealing and confronting and yet Tom engages and brings a sense of togetherness. There is a lightness in amongst all the dialogue that breaks tension over a serious subject ... "
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5* for
@AnnieMusicalUK
at
@NewTheatreHull
"a fantastic performance of Annie and to be quite honest it is definitely worth more than the maximum five stars I’m allowed to give it!"
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4* for Killing Jack at
@QueensTheatreH
"a wonderful way of telling or re-telling stories of women throughout history that have been forgotten or overlooked despite living interesting, important, and relevant lives"
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4* for Lizzie at
@swkplay
"the cast completely understand the assignment – belting the numbers like true rock goddesses with killer vocals and performances in this barnstorming, bold and bloody show"
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4* review for
@TheBodyguardUK
at
@SheffieldLyceum
"What makes this musical so magical that I keep going back for more, is not only the killer soundtrack that is high energy and makes you leave the theatre on a real high ... "
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5* for Musicals by Candlelight at the
@actorschurch
"Close your eyes, soak in the sounds, it will leave you feeling peaceful, with goosebumps on your arms and a big smile on your face"
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5* for And Then There Were None at Cambridge Arts Theatre
"This production is not just a play; it's a thrilling journey into the heart of suspense"
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* for The 39 Steps
@RichmondTheatre
“this show was the funniest I have seen for a very long time, the acting superb, the laughs coming every few seconds”
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* for Grease the Musical at
@KingsTheatre
“This production was full of energy from the offset, and although this is a community production, it delivered a professional level end result”
#fairypoweredproductions
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* for Reginald D. Hunter at Leicester Square Theatre
“Comedians do what they do to make people laugh and Hunter is a gifted comedian and manages this every time”
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* for Cosi fan tutte at
@NewTheatreHull
@Opera_North
“Opera North are a very talented company, everything came together to make this into a must-see production for any Opera fan”
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4* for Faith Healer at
@camartstheatre
"while everything about this production is perfect, it is not a relaxing play to watch. The play is a puzzle of perspectives, leaving the audience to piece together the fragmented truth"
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5* for Frankenstein
@MalvernTheatres
"A superb interpretation – thoroughly modern and with a relevance that does the script much credit. Impressive"
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4* for Tess
@Sadlers_Wells
"you can see that this is groundbreaking and challenging, showing how the world of contemporary dance and classic literature come together"
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4* for Swan Lake at
@NewTheatreHull
"from the colourful costumes, storyline, orchestra and dancing it made for an entertaining evening of ballet"