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Puppet designer Toby Olié talks upcoming show ‘There’s A Bear On My Chair’: “It’s purely about that act of belief”
Following worldwide critically acclaimed productions such as War Horse and Spirited Away, the award-winning creative sets up to open his next project – this time, bringing Ross Collin’s children’s best-seller to the Southbank Centre’s stage for a limited run later this month. Guillermo Nazara chats with the artist, to learn more about the piece and…
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Director Lisle Turner talks documentary film ‘The Last Show’: “Truth and beauty are increasingly rare commodities in this world”
Upon the closure of one of the world’s most important theatre festivals, artists and audiences gather together in this international award-winning documentary – to share their experiences about the platform that changed the paths of some of today’s most prominent creatives and performers. Guillermo Nazara chats with the man behind this stirring film tribute, to…
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Denzel Baidoo talks upcoming family show ‘The Fir Tree’: “Intimate shows like this bring unique joys rather than challenges”
Hans Christians Andersen’s enchanting tale relives on the London stage through this impending theatrical adaptation combining songs, live foley, and puppetry to honour the piece’s 180th birthday. Guillermo Nazara chats with one of its lead actors, to learn all the fun facts about this exciting new piece rooted in the charm of Christmas magic. How…
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Chastity Belt talks ‘La Clique’: “We’re naked. But we’re silly, too!”
The naughtiest Christmas show in town continues to enthrall London audiences with it sumptuous display of stunts, music and, above all, fun. Guillermo Nazara chats with its new Emcee, cabaret singer Chastity Belt, to learn the most interesting facts about this annual montage where trouble is not left outside, but its very essence. How does…
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Review of ‘La Clique’: “A Grinchy pleasure”
Excitement explores every possible meaning in this sensually dazzling show returning to the West End for the Christmas holidays. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the piece, to let us know if, in this carousel of talent, the merriment does go around. “We are the creatures of the night!”, cries the mysterious singer as he…
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Review of ‘Spitting Image – Idiots, Assemble’: “They all are dummies”
The most copycat show on TV jumps to the West End stage in this flamboyant production featuring all of your favourite(ish) celebrities. Guillermo Nazara shares his thoughts on the musical, to let us know if the montage is either sputtering or worth drooling over. F*CK OFF. Oh, I just love it when a show acknowledges…
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Crítica de ‘La vida de Pi’: “A prueba de naufragio
La obra de teatro más celebrada y premiada de la temporada sigue hipnotizando al público con su historia que te hace morder las uñas y sus asombrosos efectos visuales. Guillermo Názara nos cuenta sus impresiones sobre su regreso a La vida de Pi para el nuevo reparto, para que sepamos si el barco (y las…
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Review of ‘Life of Pi’: “Shipwrecking-tested”
The most celebrated and awarded stage play of the season continues to mesmerize audiences with its nail-biting story and astounding visuals. Guillermo Názara tells us his thoughts on his return to Life of Pi for the new cast, to let us know if the boat (and illusions) are still afloat.
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Disney’s ‘Winnie The Pooh’ stage musical to premiere in the UK next year
The show will start its national run next spring upon its world premiere in New York, where it was met with rave reviews. Featuring songs by the iconic songwriting team, the Sherman Brothers, the production features a new storyline narrated with incredible life-size figures.
