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Review of ‘High Society’ (2026, Barbican): “Flimsy narrative rides high on spectacle, and that’s alright with me”
It is what it is. We couldn’t have asked for more. Or less. And that is fine. In fact, it might be more than fine. Not every musical needs to be poignant, moving, or thought-provoking. And that’s okay. Because this one is nothing of the sort. Still, it works — provided that you limit your…
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Felicity Kendal talks new revival of ‘High Society’: “We need less criticism and less disaster”
Considered one of the most prominent actresses of her generation, reunites with Cole Porter and musical theatre after her 2021 debut in Anything Goes, once again bringing back the glitz and glamour of old Broadway, accompanied by a star-studded cast. Guillermo Nazara chats with her during rehearsals to learn more about this new take on…
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Review of ‘Cinderella’ (Richmond Theatre, 2025): “New panto production pumpkin spices the classic fairy tale up”
The timeless love story relives on the Richmond Theatre stage in this year’s pantomime, starring Helen George and Charlie Stemp. Guillermo Nazara shares his views to let us know if this latest adaptation, directed by Gary Wilmot, is going to the ball. I came from East London, like Jacky The Ripper,To witness the story of…
