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Review of Ballad Lines: “Pregnancy-themed musical still delivers, but it needs more time in the oven”
London’s Southwark Playhouse hosts the world premiere of this original piece, where the lives of four separate women intertwine through blood, history, and song. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its gestation has endured any noticeable complications. This is their baby. And as such, we can appreciate the…
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Review of ‘Roxie Rocks Chicago’: “Razzle-dazzle acts and all that jazz”
Kander and Ebb’s theatrical masterpiece returns to the London scene in a completely reimagined version staged performed as a cabaret act. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if, when it comes to criticism, it had it coming. Come on, babe, why don’t we paint the town? You don’t need…
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Review of ‘White Christmas’: “No chance of a silent night”
Irving Berlin’s film classic relives on Sonning’s Mill’s stage through this new production of its popular musical theatre adaptation. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if all the hype for this wintry montage turns out to be a snow job. I know what you’re waiting for. You’ve read it…
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Review of ‘A Chorus Line’: “Singularly sensational”
The 1975 musical theatre icon returns to the London stage through Nikolai Foster’s touring revival, playing at the Sadler’s Wells until the end of the month. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this new thrilling combination is worth being given the attention. Gonorrhea, gonorrhea, gono— You get the…
