Tag: musical

All-singing, all-dancing fun and escapism | Shrek The Musical Review

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Following their peek into the rehearsal room, BATS’ production is up and running full steam ahead in Basingstoke’s Haymarket Theatre until the 19th of November. I was fortunate to be invited to their finished show to see how it fares up to the rehearsal, and it was a colourful energetic performance that brought a huge … Continue reading All-singing, all-dancing fun and escapism | Shrek The Musical Review

Basingstoke Amateur Theatrical Society Welcomes You To Duloc | Shrek The Musical Rehearsals are Underway!

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A mixture of fairytale creatures from pigs to a fairy, a princess, and show-themed t-shirts galore all in an echoey church hall…it can all only mean one thing: there’s another show being rehearsed! Basingstoke Amateur Theatrical Society (BATS) are back in the room rehearsing their next musical; this time it is the family fun show … Continue reading Basingstoke Amateur Theatrical Society Welcomes You To Duloc | Shrek The Musical Rehearsals are Underway!

The Book Thief Musical | The World Premiere of a New and Unforgettable Piece of Theatre | Theatre Review

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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

Broken Wings: A Captivating and Beguiling Show and a Celebration and Love Letter to the Middle East

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*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

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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

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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

A declaration of kindness | The Phoenix Theatre

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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