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Review of ‘Passing Strange’: “Finding its corner of the sky”
Stew’s autobiographical musical travels from the Broadway scene through a limited run playing at London’s Young Vic until mid summer. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this piece dealing with personal self-discovery is however at a loss. “Life is mistake. And it’s art that corrects it”. The haunting…
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Kyle Falconer and Laura Wilde talk new musical ‘No Love Songs’: “Writing this show has been a therapy session”
The acclaimed songwriting duo brings one of their most personal experiences under the spotlight through this new original musical transferring to London next month. Guillermo Nazara chats with the team about the development of the show, to learn all the fun facts about a piece that’s been a transformation for audiences and creatives alike. Dear…
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West End concert production of ‘Bonnie & Clyde’ to be available for streaming from next month
Frank Wildhorn and Don Black’s popular musical travels to the screen through this play-on-demand recording filmed at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Directed by Nick Winston and with sets and costume design by Philip Whitcomb, the performance features Jeremy Jordan and Frances MaylI McCann in the lead parts. It’s time to raise a little hell… But…
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Review of ‘Your Lie In April’: “A late bloomer”
Frank Wildhorn’s musical adaptation of the romantic manga lays new roots on the London stage in this two-day concert version playing in the heart of the West End. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this budding piece is finally in flower. “What musician isn’t a bit crazy?”. Why,…
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Olivia Miller talks ‘Bloody Mary: Live!”: “People can be both victim and villain”
One of the most controversial figures in the British monarchy returns to the throne in this one-woman show promising, at least, a good execution. Guillermo Nazara chats with its performer and writer, to learn all the fun facts about this piece playing with fire in every possible sense. What prompted you to write a show…
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Review of ‘Bonnie and Clyde’: “The excitement lies behind bars”
Nick Winston’s West End revision of the Wildhorn-Black musical rifles through the country in this newly opened montage currently touring until the end of the year. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this blasting production has enough ammunition to be worth a shot. You love who you love……
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Review of ‘Frank’s Closet’: “Bring out the birthday suit”
Stuart Wood’s camp-over-camp musical returns to London in a new limited-running production playing at the Union Theatre until the end of the month. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this rainbow-coloured extravaganza brings more than fuss and feathers. “What made you gay?”. It was not that long ago…
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Review of ‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’: “Limited edition, show night special”
One of the most popular musicals in recent years returns to the West End for one month only, before continuing its tour across the country. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this work of art was truly over the top. Once upon a time, there were a boy…
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Review of ‘Bronco Billy’: “Go West!”
Clint Eastwood’s 80s comedy classic hits the road one more time through the musical adaptation currently playing at London’s Charing Cross Theatre. Guillermo Nazara shares his view on the show, to let us know if the production earned its spurs. When I was a little boy, I also dreamed of becoming a rich man’s widow…
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Review of ‘Unfortunate’: “It almost defied gravity”
The biggest witch in the ocean (no pun intended) bucks the tide in this new musical parody telling her side of the story. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if its fishy plot deserves to be raked ‘cross the coals. I’ll be bluntThe only way to say what I…
