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Operation Mincemeat Review (Fortune Theatre, London)
2 September 2023 I 15:00 I Fortune Theatre, London ⭐⭐⭐ As it starts to get comfortable in the heart of the West End, Operation Mincemeat has perhaps been my most anticipated show of the summer. With constant sell outs and around sixty 5 star reviews, there is certainly a high level of expectation. The trailblazing new musical has gained a revolution of fans unlike I have ever seen. As a comedy, this version of the story diverts far from the seriousness that the 2021 film

Jack Davey
Sep 2, 20233 min read


Crazy For You Review (Gillian Lynne Theatre, London)
1 September 2023 I 19:30 I Gillian Lynne Theatre, London ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Crazy For You, currently playing at the Gillian Lynne Theatre, is an absolute triumph that marvels in the classics of theatrical wonderment. This has been my first experience of a George and Ira Gershwin musical, and the romantic comedy stylings of the script truly blows me away. It exceeds my expectations to the point where it is impossible to wipe the smile from my face. This also sees my first trip to the G

Jack Davey
Sep 1, 20234 min read


The Boy Who Sailed The Ocean In An Armchair Review (Curve Theatre Studio, Leicester, AD - PR Invite)
16 August 2023 I 19:00 I Curve Theatre Studio, Leicester I AD - PR Invite ⭐⭐⭐⭐ National Youth Music Theatre (NYMT) stage adaptation of The Boy Who Sailed The Ocean In An Armchair was originally written as a novel by Lara Williamson and it plays this week at Leicester’s Curve Studio. This new enterprise is such a refreshing hit of family theatre comfort and joy, and it simply feels like a big warm theatrical hug for tonight’s opening night audience. This musical’s world

Jack Davey
Aug 16, 20234 min read


Miss Saigon Review (Crucible Theatre, Sheffield)
12 August 2023 I 14:00 I Crucible Theatre, Sheffield ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As the musical enters its final week at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre, the first regional non-replica of Miss Saigon is a dominant theatrical feat. Robert Hastie and Anthony Lau reinvent the 20th century show in an incredibly modernised vision, without losing any of the original conventions or settings amongst the Vietnam War. Miss Saigon is well renowned for being one of the most successful musicals of all time. W

Jack Davey
Aug 12, 20234 min read


Kiss Me, Kate Review (Curve Theatre Studio, Leicester, AD - PR Invite)
9 August 2023 I 19:00 I Curve Theatre Studio, Leicester I AD - PR Invite ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Presented by National Youth Music Theatre (NYMT), the musical comedy Kiss Me, Kate is a true delight for audiences, a timeless story filled with squabbles, confused love, gangsters and madness. Featuring a wonderful score, with songs including ‘Brush Up Your Shakespeare’ and ‘Wunderbar’, the bouncy musicality makes you want to bob along in your seat with joy. This company really highlights eve

Jack Davey
Aug 9, 20234 min read


La Bamba! Review (Curve Theatre, Leicester, AD - PR Invite)
3 August 2023 I 19:30 I Curve Theatre, Leicester I AD - PR Invite ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The new jukebox musical La Bamba! leaps onto the stage of Leicester's Curve Theatre, and immediately demonstrates an outpour of love, passion and remembrance. Audiences are introduced to an emotionally stirring war between tradition and the modern day, placing Latin American heritage at the heart of life. Songs such as Livin' La Vida Loca and On The Floor are instantly recognisable, though it is w

Jack Davey
Aug 3, 20234 min read


The Choir Of Man Review (Arts Theatre, London)
22 July 2023 I 19:30 I Arts Theatre, London ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Before my first visit to The Jungle, I was feeling somewhat apprehensive about The Choir Of Man, particularly its style of performance and interaction with the audience. However, from the moment you walk through the doors to the Arts Theatre, there is just an incredible buzz, a general air of friendliness and joy. I don't ever think a theatre show has exceeded my expectations and surprised me more than The Choir Of Man. It

Jack Davey
Jul 23, 20235 min read


Brokeback Mountain Review (@sohoplace, London)
22 July 2023 I 14:30 I @sohoplace, London ⭐⭐⭐ The story of Brokeback Mountain holds a mammoth legacy, a tale of forbidden love between ranch hands Jack Twist and Ennis Del Mar. Though alongside a legacy comes expectations, and personally, I feel as if this stage adaptation doesn't entirely fulfil the potentials it holds. Especially culturally, the representation of homosexuality here is a landmark in history. I imagine I am one of the few people in the auditorium who hadn

Jack Davey
Jul 22, 20234 min read
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