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Producers Chris Wheeler and Paul Morrissey talk The Theatre Channel: “It’s not just about watching a show; it’s about experiencing the heart and soul of the theatre industry”
The London scene spreads its wings onto the digital realm, with the launch of this video-on-demand platform featuring exclusive theatre-related content. Guillermo Nazara chats with the creators of this new proposal, to learn more about its exciting offer starring some of West End’s top performers – as well as if a recorded version of a…
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The 50 best shows of 2024
As this year’s last act gets ready for its grand finale, we present our annual list of the most enduring productions in both the London and UK scene. Join us, as we take a journey into the past – and reveal which ones, out of our 288 posts, have made it into our stagy wall…
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Review of ‘Sleeping Beauty’ family panto: “Suitable for the pricky eaters”
Brighton Family Panto returns for the festive season with this jukebox remake of the enchanting fairy tale. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if in this new awakening of the classic story, the fun ever goes dormant. As the West End gets stormed by the landing of WeaverThe Brighton…
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Review of Rick Astley’s ‘Swinging Christmas’: “You never wanna give him up”
The Royal Albert Hall continues its holiday programming with the return of the pop star’s festive-themed gig. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this everlong tribute manages to get the angels on its side. It really feels like a big relief to come for holiday-themed montage that’s guaranteed…
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Review of ‘The Secret That Saved Christmas’: “Well-behaved delivery, but no present wow factor”
The Hampton Hill Theatre opens its stage to this new children’s piece – bringing adventure, friendship, and new layers of magic through this original narrative inspired by the festive season. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this holiday fantasy ends up feeling too santa-monious. Somebody’s been naughty this…
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Review of ‘Pan! Peter Comes Out To Play’: “Good faith and trust, but not that much of the last”
Theatre Peckham welcomes back this modernized adaptation of James M. Barrie’s ageless story, combining amateur and professional performers through original songs and a contemporary South London setting. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this retelling of the beloved classic turns out to be a darling one. When James…
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Review of ‘Nutcracker in Havana’: “Fuerza latina galore, but milder in sabor”
Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic relives on the Southbank Centre stage through this Caribbean-flavoured revision put together by Carlos Acosta. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if its toying with the iconic original turns out to be a sugar plum assignment. I know what you’re thinking – just as I know…
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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 ‘Dick Whittington and His Cat’: “You can’t stop the beat”
The Greenwich Theatre opens its panto season with this 1960s retelling of the beloved fairy tale. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if in this boogielicious revision of the classic lore he ended up smelling a rat. I LOVE Dick! Those are not my words. I’m not saying I…
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Review of ‘The Liar, The Bitch and The Wardrobe’: “No room to the imagination”
C. S. Lewis’s beloved children’s book gets butchered up in this hilarious adult panto giving a fag-tastical makeover the original tale. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this not too straightforward adaptation of the classic novel keeps up the fairy dust. This made me happyThis made me happy…
