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Review of ‘Masquerade’: “Cold, unfeeling narrative has twisted every way for the classic’s reboot”
Anyone reading this review remembers the strange affair of the Phantom of the Opera. And the reason for its success is no mystery needing to be fully explained. That is, perhaps, with the exception of those behind its New York City resurrection, which, despite the hype it’s gathered over the past few months since its…
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Review of ‘Seven Drunken Nights’: “Great craic act takes audiences on a rocky road to Dublin”
Nothing screams Irishness like pub gatherings, beer, folk songs, and perhaps some more beer. With that in mind, there’s nothing else to bring into this equation other than, perhaps, one of Motherland’s most popular ambassadors. Or, in its defect, a tribute act that knows how to honour their legacy — with enough magnetism to make…
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Review of ‘Don Quixote’ (2026, Sadler’s Wells): “Lavish production doesn’t tilt at windmills, but its execution isn’t a giant”
They’ve honoured the classic. Not the novel- that was already butchered by Minkus back in the 19th century -but its ballet adaptation. Don’t expect herds to be attacked as enemy armies or galley prisoners to be unlawfully freed. Instead, this is another love story presented under the lens of the romanticised Spanish mythos. As such,…
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Review of ‘Avenue Q’ (2026, West End): “Carefully puppeted revival keeps every string attached with its predecessor”
London’s Shaftesbury Theatre presents the much-anticipated return of Lopez and Marx’s musical comedy hit. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this ironic portrayal of adult life still has purpose or anything special to it. I still think Wicked should have won the 2003 Tony for Best Musical. And…
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Review of ‘Oliver!’ (2026, West End): “1960s-inspired revival is good — gloriously good”
Following its inaugural run at the Chichester Festival, Lionel Bart’s musical-theatre classic celebrates its first anniversary since its latest return to the London scene. Guillermo Nazara reviews the situation to let us know if its newest West End version should consider itself at home. Some of you might leave the theatre begging for more. Some…
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Review of ‘Dear Jack, Dear Louise’: “Letter-based romance doesn’t correspond with its potential”
London’s Arcola Theatre presents the revival of Ken Ludwig’s epistolary two-hander. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this post-depression love story suffers from any delivery fails. Love. Love changes everything. Don’t worry. It’s not that show. Thank goodness it isn’t. There will be romance, though. Actually, that’s the…
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Review of ‘A Doll’s House’ (2026, Almeida Theatre): “Modern remake toys with an interesting concept, but the pathos is porcelain cold”
Ibsen’s classic returns to the London stage in a contemporary adaptation by Anya Reiss. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its powerful plot ends up handled like a ragdoll. I’ve experienced a few eye rolls when discussing the premise of this adaptation. For purists, the tiniest change to…
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Review of ‘Flyby’: “Intricate score shoots for the stars despite narrative black hole”
London’s Southwark Playhouse presents the world premiere of Theo Jamieson’s romantic musical, featuring a cast of A-list West End performers. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if, like its protagonist, this unusual recount has left him lost in space. Here comes another musical about love. And just like many…
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Review ‘Eggs Aren’t That Easy To Make’:”Scrambled narrative leads to audience’s hard-boiled reaction”
London’s Riverside presents this play exploring new parenthood through the lens of an atypical household. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its yolked premise comes out half-baked or poached. I don’t know what it is, but it seems like the subject of pregnancy is getting momentum in the…
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Review of ‘TWO’ (Park Theatre, 2026): “Intoxicating comedy serves audiences a bottomless round of laughter”
Following its inaugural run at the Greenwich Theatre, the latest revival Jim Cartwright’s spirited play transfers to the Park for a limited three-week run. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if it should be given both barrels. It’s been over 20 years since Jim Cartwright’s play raised a first…
