REVIEW: Smile Musical Youth Theatre’s Jesus Christ Superstar ‘A Compelling & Dazzling Triumph’ ★★★★★ Jesus Christ Superstar is no small undertaking. With its vocally demanding score, emotionally charged narrative, and complex choreography, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic rock opera presents a formidable challenge to even the most seasoned performers. For a youth theatre to take it…
REVIEW: Birmingham Youth Theatre’s The Little Mermaid ‘A magical musical treat from talented youngsters’ Birmingham Youth Theatre returned to The Crescent Theatre with their Summer musical and this time they ventured ‘Under The Sea’, performing Disney’s The Little Mermaid. As usual, BYT didn’t disappoint, boasting talent and professionalism. It’s a joy to see young members…
REVIEW: Hamilton – Birmingham Hippodrome ★★★★★ ‘The perfect blend of hip-hop & musical theatre’ Hamilton, the pop-culture and musical phenomenon, has arrived at the Birmingham Hippodrome, echoing the excitement seen during its 2015 Broadway premiere. This ground-breaking musical has enchanted audiences for nearly a decade and continues to do so on its first UK tour….
Sister Act Review Birmingham Hippodrome ‘A Funny, Disco-Infused Delight’ ★★★★★ Sister Act is back on another glittering UK tour while also enjoying a successful West End run. This divine musical comedy has arrived at the Birmingham Hippodrome, here until Saturday 18th May 2024- book now! The show expertly adapts the hit 1992 film, starring Whoopi…
With music and lyrics by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar follows the extraordinary series of events during the final weeks of Jesus Christ. This rock-opera of a musical is a unique theatrical experience with outstanding vocals and a sensational cast.
REVIEW: Wicked – Birmingham Hippodrome ‘A Spellbinding Spectacle’ ★★★★★ Wicked, the Broadway and West End sensation, has returned to the Birmingham Hippodrome as part of its new major UK tour. This mesmerizing musical, based on Gregory Maguire’s novel, transports us to the captivating world of Oz, exploring the untold story of the Witches of Oz…
Review: Smile Musical Youth Theatre’s Pinocchio Smile Musical Youth Theatre delighted audiences at the Gospel Oak School Theatre with a sensational pantomime, Pinocchio. Penned and directed by Joe Logan, this rendition of the classic tale infused the beloved story with a fresh and charming pantomime twist. Despite Pinocchio being an unconventional choice for a pantomime,…
Birmingham Youth Theatre is back with their annual pantomime, and this year it’s Sleeping Beauty! The cast performed a sensational panto filled with hits and plenty of laughs
Glynis Johns, legendary star of stage and screen, has died at the age of 100. Her manager, Mitch Clem, told The Associated Press she died of natural causes at an assisted living home in LA on Thursday. In tribute the actress, Clem said “Today’s a sad day for Hollywood… she is the last of the last of old Hollywood.”
REVIEW: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory The Musical – Birmingham Hippodrome ‘A Sweet Sensation’ ★★★★ The captivating world of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has been adapted to the stage into a scrumptious musical adaptation, on a UK tour – currently at the Birmingham Hippodrome. This classic story, featuring a talented cast and…