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Review of ‘Midnight Cowboy, The Musical’: “It’s barely coming together”
The 1960s film classic lands on the London stage through this brand new musical adaptation playing at the Southwark Playhouse until the end of the month. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if its touch is drilling enough to blow its own trumpet. The world is a dark place.…
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Review of ‘Cassidy Janson Live At The Vaudeville’: “Natural woman, you make me feel”
The Olivier-winning actress gave a one-night-only solo concert at the Vaudeville Theatre last night, featuring a repertoire made of the songs that have defined her two decades over the boards. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if the earth moved through this raucous performance. She was congested. She was…
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Luke Conner Hall talks ‘Cruel Intentions, The Musical’: “Blaine Tuttle is probably not as happy and free as he puts across”
The musical adaptation of the 90s cult classic returns to the stage in this new touring production currently travelling across the UK. Guillermo Nazara chats with one of the show’s leads, to learn all the fun facts about his experience and if he can put it anywhere. How does it feel to be starring in…
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Kerry Ellis talks upcoming London concert ‘Queen of the West End’: “Variety has given me longevity”
The West End star lands on the Vaudeville Theatre stage for a one-night only performance, as part of this latest tour celebrating her 25 years treading the boards. Guillermo Nazara chats with the artist, to learn more about this musical theatre must-see – guaranteed to give audiences memories to last for good. How does it…
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Lead actor Newtion Matthews talks new touring production of ‘Kinky Boots’: “This role has landed as therapy to me”
Harvey Fierstein and Cyndi Lauper’s iconic musical relives on the UK stage through this reimagined production put together under Nikolai Foster’s direction. Guillermo Nazara chats with one of the show’s protagonists, to learn more about this new take on the piece – exploring some additional themes without forgetting its original message of diversity being the…
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Review of ‘WAKE’: “The dawn of utmost showmanship”
The THISISPOPBABY company arrives in the West End with their flagship show – bringing an assortment of cabaret numbers coated with an Irish flavour. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this celebration of folklore and spectacle manages to too-ra-loo-ra lure its viewers. What’s the purpose of life? I keep…
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‘Scouts! The Musical’ announces new cast for its upcoming summer tour
The show will tour around several parts of the UK for one month only, welcoming two different leads while also featuring most of the original troupe. The run will be followed by the company’s return to the Edinburgh Fringe, bringing back their latest creation upon an initial sold-out run at the festival last year. Are…
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London production of ‘Phantom of the Opera’ to be rebooted as a rom-com opening next year
The current version will conclude its run in the next few months – to leave room for a reimagined version featuring new plot devices and a revised score. Bringing a different team of creatives, this contemporary approach will include influences by Yoko Ono, among other equally great singers. It’s over now the music of the…
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Review of ‘Stiletto’: “Unneutered talent flaunts promising jewells”
The Charing Cross Theatre hosts the world premiere of this period musical revolving around the castrati singers. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know how the piece has done after being put to the testes. They had the balls to do it. It took roughly 40 years (and a few…
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Special Competition: Win the chance to attend Kerry Ellis and Cassidy Janson’s West End concerts
Set off your alarms! But don’t worry, because this is not a drill. You actually have the opportunity to get a couple of free tickets to experience two of the biggest West End names in their upcoming solo gigs. We know, we know – you couldn’t be happier. You’re actually leaping for joy, so high…
