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Review of ‘Mufasa’: “Not everything can be wicked”
Disney’s worldwide phenomenon returns to the big screen, through this new instalment exploring the beginnings of one of its most iconic characters. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the film, to let us know if, when it comes to praise, this latest prequel gets to have the franchise’s lion’s share. “It’s gonna be the mane…
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Review of ‘A Man and a Washing Machine’: “It needs more softener”
The Devised Theatre Company held last week the world premiere of their newest play – featuring unspoken scenes and a symbolic vision of the human condition. Guillermo Nazara shares his thoughts on the production, to let us know if this swirling whirlpool of ideas made his head spin-dry. Life is a mystery. Thanks, Madonna, for…
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Review of ‘The Wizard of Oz’: “There’s a light at the end of the rainbow”
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s adaptation of one of the best-known movie musicals of all time returns to the stage in a little pretty new production flying all the way from Leiceter’s Curve Theatre. Guillermo Nazara shares his thoughts on this show combining all of the iconic songs with a new repertoire, to let us know if…
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7 theatre plans to enjoy with your family this summer
As we get ready to let the sunshine in, here comes the chance for everyone at home to spend a spectacular day all together. Or perhaps, a whole week! From some of the most memorable West End musicals to classic masterpieces (and a bit of outskirts entertainment), here are our top 7 selections for you…
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West End legends Shaun Escoffery & George Asprey talk ‘The Lion King’: “In 15 years, it’s never felt like going to work”
As the coronation approaches, we’ve set up to speak to a different kind of royals. Guillermo Nazara chats with lead actors Shaun Escoffery and George Asprey, currently celebrating 15 years playing the iconic roles of Mufasa and Scar at the London production of Disney’s biggest international stage success. Fifteen years as a part of one…
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Review of ‘Berlusconi’: “E la Madonna!”
Il Cavalieri becomes a Prima Donna in this original musical having its world premiere at the Southwark Playhouse’s newly opened venue. Guillermo Nazara gives us his thoughts on the show upon his attendance to the opening night, to share all the details about a man so over-the-top even the Romans would ban.
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Owen Chaponda and Merryl Ansah talk Disney’s ‘The Lion King’ in the West End: “It’s uplifting, it’s heartbreaking”
As the sun continues to shine high in the London savannah, a new circle of life unrolls on the stage of the Lyceum with the arrival of its new leads. Guillermo Nazara chats with the two actors now portraying the iconic roles of Simba and Nala, to discuss the most interesting facts about the record-breaking…
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Leicester’s Curve Theatre to stage new production of ‘Evita’
The show will play for a limited run starting next autumn, led by acclaimed director Nikolai Forster. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, the piece tells the story of Eva Perón’s ascend from rags to riches, featuring some of the most iconic songs both in theatre and music history.
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Nueva producción de “El Mago de Oz” en el Palladium de Londres
El espectáculo pisará las tablas del West End el próximo verano, en esta colaboración entre Michael Harrison y The Really Useful Group. Dirigida por Nikolai Foster, esta versión incluirá todas las canciones y personajes clásicos, pero también los números adicionales escritos por Andrew Lloyd Webber y Tim Rice.
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New production of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ to play at the London Palladium
The show will tread the boards of the West End venue next summer, in this collaboration between Michael Harrison and The Really Useful Group. Directed by Nikolai Foster, this version will include all of the classic songs and characters but also the additional numbers penned by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.
