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Review of ‘The Tempest’: “O brave new world”
Film star Sigourney Weaver lands on the West End stage with this new, limited-running reimagined production directed by Jamie Lloyd. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if for this edgy interpretation of the Bard’s masterpiece, the crimes would pardoned be. “O I have suffered with those that I saw…
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Review of ‘The Lightning Thief’: “Thunderous theming, but struggling to strike its audience”
The Percy Jackson saga lands on the London stage with the opening of the first book’s musical theatre adaptation. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this rock-based tale of Grek teenage demigods gets anywhere close to a ten. It’s another cold day in London town (quelle surprise…). As…
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Review of ENB’s ‘The Nutcracker’: “A traditional break with the past”
The English National Ballet opens their brand new production of Tchaikovsky’s signature Christmas classic, featuring a new montage as well as a reimagined choreography co-designed by Artistic Director Aaron S. Watkin in tandem with Arielle Smith. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this different approach on the timeless…
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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 ‘The Devil Wears Prada’: “Is that all?”
The most fashionable film of all time lands on the West End through this new musical adaptation featuring songs by Elton John and starring Vanessa Williams. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the piece, to let us know if London’s latest show in vogue brings up any value to the wintour season. “She’s on her…
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Review of ‘All’s Well That Ends Well’: “Blissful misery”
The Bard’s disputed comedy returns to the London stage in an intimate, candlelit production playing at the Globe’s indoor theatre until the start of the New Year. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if, in this new approach on the classic piece, the end is renown, no matter the…
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Adam Jackson-Smith talks ‘Fawlty Towers – The Play’: “Basil is truly the hero, everyone else is the enemy”
John Cleese’s beloved sitcom continues to crack West End audiences through this new stage adaptation bringing together some of the best moments from the iconic television series. Guillermo Nazara chats with the man in charge of playing Torquay’s most enchanting hotelier, to learn all of the fun facts about the show that we need to…
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Review of ‘Impact’: “Good landing, but no smash”
American singer-songwriter Amy Engelhardt brings this personal cabaret show celebrating some of her University classmates, whose lives were lost during the 1983 Pan Am Flight 103 terrorist attack. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this musical tribute manages to reach a high altitude. Sometimes, it’s the things that…
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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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Review of ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’: “Enduring by the minute”
F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic tale relives on the London stage through the West End transfer of its new musical theatre adaptation – starring Olivier Award winner John Dagleish as well as Olivier nominee Clare Foster. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this rejuvenating take on the ageless story manages to clock…
