The Book Thief always has - and probably always will be - my all-time favourite book, joint with The Great Gatsby and The Kite Runner. I read it first when I was 15 or 16 and was entranced and obsessed. Markus Zusak’s storytelling amazed me and ever since I’ve always been inspired by his writing … Continue reading The Book Thief Musical | The World Premiere of a New and Unforgettable Piece of Theatre | Theatre Review
Tag: musical theatre
After Elijah: The New Musical that the Theatre Industry Needs
After Elijah, winner of the Stiles and Drew 2021 award, is a new musical hitting the theatre scene. With the book, music and lyrics all written by Omar Baroud, the musical had its first-ever showcase today (1st July 2022) at London's The Other Palace, and let me say - this is a show you will … Continue reading After Elijah: The New Musical that the Theatre Industry Needs
Broken Wings: A Captivating and Beguiling Show and a Celebration and Love Letter to the Middle East
*Disclaimer - whilst this review is my own words (that I am hugely proud of myself for writing!), this review was written for the reviewing company I write for - Dress Circle Antics*. Show: Broken WingsVenue Charing Cross TheatreRating: 5 stars I visit the theatre often, but as someone who is of Turkish heritage, it’s … Continue reading Broken Wings: A Captivating and Beguiling Show and a Celebration and Love Letter to the Middle East
For the first time in forever…access was done right! | Discussing Theatre Royal Drury Lane’s Accessibility
Accessibility in theatres shouldn't feel like a battle but sadly, more often than not, it is. I have had my fair share of experiences with access - firstly with my brother, Jemil (Jimmy for short!), who has Cerebral Palsy and is wheelchair-bound, but also myself after my two operations this year severely reducing my mobility. … Continue reading For the first time in forever…access was done right! | Discussing Theatre Royal Drury Lane’s Accessibility
REVIEW: Rumi: The Musical – An Epic Story With Music, Lyrics & Everything To Match – A Truly Unforgettable Theatrical Experience
Hello hello hello everyone. Been a while, hasn't it? I hope you're all as happy and healthy as you can be. So, today I am bringing you a review of a show for the first time in a while. If you didn't already know, I am a theatre reviewer for Dress Circle Antics. Because of … Continue reading REVIEW: Rumi: The Musical – An Epic Story With Music, Lyrics & Everything To Match – A Truly Unforgettable Theatrical Experience
“You can’t repeat the past”, but you can certainly bring it to life. | Gatsby: A Musical Review
This year marks 100 years since F. Scott. Fitzgerald's beautiful book The Great Gatsby was released; following this, there have been many variations of the book published, re-imaginings, illustrated editions and graphic novels to name but a few. Not only this but as long as The Great Gatsby has been published, there have been many … Continue reading “You can’t repeat the past”, but you can certainly bring it to life. | Gatsby: A Musical Review
A show unlike any other | Victoria Palace Theatre
Another blog post, another theatre to talk about. I appreciate these posts have been a bit more sporadic than I originally intended, but I am enjoying writing them far too much to give up. So today's theatre is a beautifully grand one. The Victoria Palace. Home to Billy Elliot and now Hamilton (and more shows … Continue reading A show unlike any other | Victoria Palace Theatre
A declaration of kindness | The Phoenix Theatre
Hello world. It's been a while since I've written a blopost about a London theatre...that series I had such ambitons for to be weekly...maybe weekly was a bit optimistic...but still, I will persist. Shall we carry on? Today's theatre is currently home to a rather special and heartwarming show that has captured theatre fans hearts … Continue reading A declaration of kindness | The Phoenix Theatre
The best moments during a show
Going to the theatre is pretty magical. I am sure many other theate goers like myself will agree, there's no feeling quite like it...sitting down to share a live experience with hundreds of other strangers, and every single person experiencing the same thing differently, in a way that's completely unique to them. TheStageyCouple actually inspired … Continue reading The best moments during a show
A small theatre with a big heart | Southwark Playhouse
Hello everyone! I hope you are all happy and healthy! With two shows I can easily access at the moment being open, I've naturally done what I do best which is go and see one on repeat because it is so good...it almost feels like old times. The opening of Jesus Christ Superstar (although we … Continue reading A small theatre with a big heart | Southwark Playhouse








