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Review of ‘Avenue Q’ (2026, West End): “Carefully puppeted revival keeps every string attached with its predecessor”
London’s Shaftesbury Theatre presents the much-anticipated return of Lopez and Marx’s musical comedy hit. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this ironic portrayal of adult life still has purpose or anything special to it. I still think Wicked should have won the 2003 Tony for Best Musical. And…
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Review of ‘Oliver!’ (2026, West End): “1960s-inspired revival is good — gloriously good”
Following its inaugural run at the Chichester Festival, Lionel Bart’s musical-theatre classic celebrates its first anniversary since its latest return to the London scene. Guillermo Nazara reviews the situation to let us know if its newest West End version should consider itself at home. Some of you might leave the theatre begging for more. Some…
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EXCLUSIVE: London production of ‘Phantom of the Opera’ to be replaced by Jamie Lloyd reimagining
The music of the night is about to go silent in its birthplace. At least, for a few months. Today, producers have announced that the legendary revised version of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic will go dark before experiencing a complete makeover under the guidance of reputed director Jamie Lloyd. “It feels like the right time…
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Review of ‘Sea Witch’: “Adroit cast and superb lighting can’t save saltless musical from drowning”
London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane hosted the world premiere of this prequel to Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this new dive into The Little Mermaid’s lore managed to make a splash. Something shone last night, and it wasn’t the writing. Anyone…
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Review of ‘The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry’: “Wandering musical is only halfway there”
Following its initial run at the Chichester Festival, the stage adaptation of Rachel Joyce’s popular novel arrives in the West End, playing for a limited run until mid-May. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if it walks the extra mile. I wasn’t rooting for Harold Fry. I know I…
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Review of ‘Jo, The Little Women Musical’ (2026, Drury Lane): “Slightly charming musical is still taking baby steps”
The show celebrated its world premiere through a one-off semi-staged concert starring some of the biggest names in the industry. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this newest adaptation of the literary icon outgrows its former incarnations. It’s been done before. I don’t mean Louisa May Alcott’s classic…
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Co-founder Shanay Holmes talks upcoming 2025 edition of Musical Con: “The UK is learning how to start investing in the new”
Following the enthusiastic reception of its past editions, the event returns to London for its fourth consecutive year — reuniting artists, fans, and everyone sharing a passion, love, and commitment to the genre. Guillermo Nazara chats with one of its masterminds to learn more about the development process and what’s new in this ever-growing stagy…
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Review of ‘Swag Age’: “Astounding cast brings honour to us all despite writing’s shortcomings”
London’s Gillian Lynne Theatre hosted the West End première of the popular Korean musical, in a semi-staged one-off concert performed in the piece’s original language. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if its celebration of East Asian lore and poetry can turn audiences into sinjo-philes. There’s a reason why…
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Review of ‘Brigadoon’ (Regent’s Open Air Theatre 2025): “World War II-reframed revival puts audiences through a battle of opinions”
The venue closes its 2025 season with the first London return in 35 years of Lerner and Loewe’s high-romance piece, featuring a redraft by Rona Munro. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if this new take on the classic is still magical enough to make viewers feel almost like…
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Review of ‘Burlesque’: “Christina Aguilera’s West End baby brings a lush array of visuals but poor storytelling”
The much anticipated adaptation of the 2010 movie musical arrives in the West End for a strictly limited run playing until the beginning of September. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the piece — to let us know if this tough lover of a show makes Aguilera a good girl in the scoring department. Every story…
