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Review – Priscilla, Queen of the Desert the Musical – Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Eastbourne

Eastbourne Operatic and Dramatic Society’s production of Priscilla Queen of the Desert the Musical is an absolute joy from start to finish—a dazzling, high-energy celebration of music, friendship, and unapologetic self-expression. From the moment the curtain rises, the audience is swept into a vibrant world bursting with colour, charisma, and infectious enthusiasm. The evening gets off to a brilliantly cheeky start with Miss Understanding, played by Oscar Smith. […]

23/04/2026

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Review – The Choir of Man – Theatre Royal Brighton and National Tour

There are shows that entertain, and then there are shows that feel like an open invitation—to laugh, to sing, and to share in something quietly profound. The Choir of Man is firmly the latter: a five-star triumph that transforms a simple premise into one of the most uplifting nights you can have in a theatre. Set inside a worn but friendly pub, the production wastes no time making […]

22/04/2026

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Review – The Pantomime Awards 2026 – Wycombe Swan Theatre

On Sunday 19 April, the winners of The Pantomime Awards 2026, staged in partnership with Trafalgar Entertainment and ATG Entertainment (ATGE), were announced by the UK Pantomime Association at a star-studded ceremony at Wycombe Swan in High Wycombe, presented by Vernon Kay. The Special Recognition Awards, which celebrate productions and individuals representing the values that the Association seeks to promote, were presented to: Terry Parsons who received the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Pantomime. […]

21/04/2026

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Waitress – Theatre Royal Brighton and National Tour

There are few theatrical productions as quietly uplifting as Waitress, and the current 10th anniversary national tour proves exactly why this show continues to resonate so deeply with audiences a decade on. Warm, heartfelt, and laced with gentle humour, it serves up an evening of theatre that feels both intimate and satisfying, like a perfectly baked pie shared among friends. At the centre of it all is Carrie […]

07/04/2026

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Review – Legally Blonde the Musical – Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham and National Tour

Inspired by the 2001 film of the same name, Legally Blonde tells the story of Elle Woods, who is head-over-heels in love with her boyfriend, Warner Huntington III. Upon buying a new outfit thinking he is going to propose, he breaks up with her, saying he wants someone more ‘serious’, as he is about to begin studying law at Harvard University. Thus, Elle devises a plan to get […]

05/04/2026

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Review – Death on the Nile – Theatre Royal Brighton and National Tour

Death on the Nile has long been celebrated as one of the Agatha Christie’s most intricate and atmospheric mysteries, and the 2026 theatre touring production proves that this classic still has the power to captivate modern audiences. From the moment the curtain rises at The Theatre Royal in Brighton, the production immerses the audience in a world of glamour, intrigue, and simmering tension, delivering an experience that feels […]

01/04/2026

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Review – Rosie: A New Musical – Adelphi Theatre, London

London’s West End has long celebrated larger-than-life personalities like Rosie, who features in a new musical based on the true story of Rosie Boote. Presented as a semi-staged concert performance at the Adelphi Theatre, this new work already feels destined for a full theatrical run. Even in this pared-back format, Rosie proves utterly captivating — an evening of wit, warmth, and musical brilliance that leaves the audience cheering. […]

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Review – Marie and Rosetta – @Sohoplace, London

Marie and Rosetta at Sohoplace is the kind of show that quietly rearranges your understanding of music history while you are having a great night at the theatre. Rather than presenting a sweeping biographical piece, the play zooms in on a single rehearsal between gospel legend Sister Rosetta Tharpe and a young Marie Knight. That tight focus gives the story a sense of intimacy rarely found in jukebox […]

09/03/2026

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Review – Top Hat the Musical – The Congress Theatre, Eastbourne

Top Hat the Musical arrives in Eastbourne like a gust of warm, champagne-fizzed air, bringing with it the kind of polished, feel-good entertainment that seems increasingly rare. Adapted from the beloved 1935 film starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, this stage musical leans wholeheartedly into elegance, escapism, and old-fashioned theatrical charm — and for the most part, it succeeds beautifully. From the outset, the production establishes a glossy […]

17/02/2026