The Summer Holidays are almost here! And so begins the West End’s busiest season. Why not buy in advance to secure you and the whole family the best seats at the best prices. Before it all inflates from demand. Here’s a list of all the best family friendly show currently playing or about to start in the West End. From no age limit to a low age limit of 3+ these are shows the whole family will be able to enjoy and understand. And it’s not just shows directly made for kids. With classics like The Lion King and Matilda it’s guaranteed to be a fun day out.

CoComelon Live Sing-a-long

From the hit YouTube channel Cocomelon, this phenomenon has caught children by storm. The stage show will be a great way to introduce your babies and toddlers to the wonderful world of live musical theatre. With classic characters like JJ, Cody and Ms Appleberry appearing for not just the show but a meet and greet afterwards. It will be a memorable and exciting experience for any child. The show includes songs like “If you’re happy and you know it” and takes place at St Martin’s Theatre. To read a bit more about this show check out this article from when it was announced.

The Lion King

The Lion King has been playing all over the world for decades and remains one of the most successful musicals for good reason. The magic captured with the props and set alongside the always phenomenal cast has made The Lion King unforgettable. Based on the classic Disney Film the story follows Simba. A young lion cub as he grows up and finds his place in the world as king. The show is recommended for 6+ and children under 3 won’t be admitted as it is a full length 2.5 hours west end show. However with the classic songs like “Circle of Life”,”Hakuna Matata” it’s sure to capture your child’s attention the entire run.

Hercules

Disney’s Hercules has just landed in the West End and it’s all anyone’s talking about. The reviews have come out and it’s been unanimously agreed that it’s the perfect show for the whole family. The story is based on the Disney cartoon about Hercules the demi-god trains to live up to his birthright. While falling in love with Meg. The Muses shine in this story with powerful vocals addicting songs and striking stage presence. Hades played by Stephen Carlile has also been praised for his humour and almost panto like actions that brings a lot of levity to even the slightly darker moments of the show. Here’s a review round-up of all the praise and recommendations for Hercules if you’re still not completely sold!

Matilda

Matilda is now on it’s 14th year in the West End and is the 15th longest-running production in London. The show based on Roald Dahl’s Matilda is about a remarkably gifted little girl who uses her intellect and magical powers to create a better life for herself. For kids the show thrills with it’s large talented cast of children who make up the majority of the ensemble as well as the titular character. The choreography is bold and imaginative with relentless energy while the songs are beautifully sung, it is truly wicked and glorious fun for all.

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

Based on the iconic children’s book. The Tiger Who Came to Tea is an Olivier nominated play about when Sophie and her mum had a very unusual guest over. The show is back again for a limited run at the Theatre Royal Haymarket this summer. And promises to be filled with sing-a-longs, chaos and magic. With careful attention to detail particularly regarding the costumes, sets and staging. This truly will feel like the story book brought to life.

Back to the Future

Meanwhile this ones for the slightly older crowd but if your children are over 4. And you want to introduce them to one of the classics from the 80’s in a flashy and fun musical adaptation. Back to the Future is the show for you. Sticking to the original story faithfully while adding stage comedy and musical numbers. This would be a great chance to relive a great story and introduce it on. The show doesn’t just rely on nostalgia it stands out in it’s own right. Having won the Olivier and WhatsOnStage awards for best new musical back in 2022. It has also garnered wide spread praise for it’s direction, lighting and sound design with many saying the stage effects are the most magical and mind-blowing on the West End.

Book now for the best prices on the best family shows and secure your place before the summer rush!

New EVITA Production Photos have just been released following their press night on the 1st of July. Although we’ve all seen the balcony scene by now this is a first look at the actual stage, costumes and staging from inside the palladium.

Undoubtedly the theatre event of the summer the show is playing to sold out theatres every night. While an extra few hundred people wait outside. To watch Rachel Zegler serenade the crowd with Don’t Cry for me Argentina. It was a topic of controversy for the last few weeks. With many arguing it was unfair for the crowd inside to miss out. With the New EVITA Production Photos released we see how the screens incorporate the song. And how effective the staging is in representing the two sides of Eva.

The show stars Rachel Zegler as Eva Peron, Diego Rodriguez as Che and James Olivas as Juan Peron. Along with Aaron Lee Lambert as Agustin Magaldi and Bella Brown as Alternate Eva/The Mistress.

An outstanding ensemble support them: Carl Au, Damian Buhagiar, Deangrelo Jones, Gabriela Benedetti, Shakara Brown, Kyeriah D’Marni. Sally Frith, Lucas Koch, Nataha Leaver, Michael Lin, Diante Lodge, Louis Mackroot, Mireia Mambo, Mia Mullarkey, Perry O’dea, Alysha Sontae, Monica Swayne, Jon Tsouras and Harrison Wilde. The ensembles energetic execution of the choreo highlights the tension and drama of the musical.

The show has received glowing reviews across the board. And you can read about what the critics thought in this review round-up.

Don’t miss this dazzlingly bold production of EVITA playing for 12 weeks only at the Palladium. Book tickets here for the best prices!

After the press night for Jamie Lloyd’s EVITA here’s the Evita review round-up. The show has garnered many 5 stars reviews across the board with high praise for Zegler’s performance as Eva Peron and the rest of the cast. The direction choices also received a lot of praise with the balcony stunt’s effectiveness and strong staging. The audience reception was also noted as some of the most strong reactions and applause seen in the West End. Here are some of the most notable comments from my EVITA review round-up.

EVITA Review Round-Up

WhatsOnStage ★★★★★

“Cue insanity, crowds gathering outside the theatre for her performance. And an earnest debate about whether the audience is getting what they have paid for. The answer is quite simple: they are. Everyone is.”

“Part of that is down to the effect of Zegler’s central performance. She really is superb, with a clear, strong voice and astonishing amounts of energy as she powers her way through the show.”

“The movement, performed by some astonishing dancers, is full of detail. Curved arms raised to heaven that frame the action, poses that create friezes, extended legs, passionate lifts.”

“She delivers the famous piece with great delicacy, smiling when she says, “I choose freedom”, letting the words land lightly.”

“Ultimately, like it or loathe it (which some people will), this Evita is an event with a capital E, an assertion of the unique power of theatre to become both story and spectacle, to draw people in.”

Sarah Crompton

LondonTheatre ★★★★★

“I’m thrilled to report that it’s just as electrifying, if not more, as part of the show. On a giant screen we see, live, not just Eva but hundreds of watching people, camera phones raised aloft, transfixed by her – a jaw-dropping encapsulation of this timely tale of populist politics, showbiz, celebrity worship, and purposeful myth-making.”

“But this is really a visceral experience. When Fabian Aloise’s super-athletic choreography – which combines tango and twerking – kicks into high gear, and when the phenomenal ensemble, whipped into a frenzy by the Peróns. Wave signs and scarves while confetti rains down on us. It feels like being inside a stadium gig, a football match and a political rally all at once: exhilarating, addictive, ultimately terrifying.”

Marianka Swain

The Stage ★★★★★

“Jamie Lloyd is a master of canny reinvention.”

“Now that production returns, and it’s punchier, darker, more exhilaratingly dynamic and more brilliantly layered than ever. It is meta, without being arch, and while it has the raw energy and high-octane energy of a rock gig, it’s also full-bloodedly theatrical.”

“It’s a blisteringly modern take on the show – a production that’s articulately in dialogue with our 21st-century world of image manipulation, interchangeable identity, dubious iconography and deep division. And above all, it’s an absolute blast. Unmissable.”

Sam Marlowe

Telegraph ★★★★★

“The result is a total triumph, dominated by a powerhouse, reputation-restoring performance from Zegler, 24, and stamina-testing choreography by Fabian Aloise”

“It’s a continual button-pushing spectacle, from the mournful posturing of the opening funeral where the dry-ice flows as thick as tear-gas.”

“Exuding self-possession, Zegler can dance nimbly in step with the tireless entourage – delivering suggestive hip-thrusts, gyrations and self-caresses, especially during the big, infectious, lushly Latin numbers”

Dominic Cavendish

The Independent ★★★★★

“Rachel Zegler is enthralling as Evita in this gorgeous sensory overload of a show”

“this populist gesture is emblematic of Jamie Lloyd’s big, bold, stadium rally of a staging. With its virtuoso star Zegler romancing a rapt audience both inside and outside the theatre’s walls.”

“this gorgeous sensory overload of a show is its own comment on the rising tide of fascism. Populism is sexy, captivating, overpowering – a way for weary people to escape the dull realities of right and wrong. You know there’s something deeply twisted under that pretty shiny surface, but, like the audiences of Evita, you’re powerless to resist.”

Alice Saville

The Evening Standard ★★★★★

“Rachel Zegler is an absolute smash in Jamie Lloyd’s thrilling revival. The 24-year-old packs an impossible amount of slyly insouciant star power into her tiny frame and proves to have both stage presence and a passionate, expressive vibrato”

“Great theatre can be about many things: star quality, spectacle, the lightning-in-bottle capture of a moment, the alchemical power of song or speech on a bare stage. In this Evita, all those things come triumphantly together.”

Nick Curtis

DailyMail ★★★★★

“Prepare to be blown away by Rachel Zegler. She is simply sensational.”

“… there’s nothing innocent about Jamie Lloyd’s raunchy production. He gleefully embraces the neo-fascist pageantry of Peronism, fleshing it out with vividly athletic choreography by Fabian Aloise. The result is a carnival of body-popping physical fireworks”

Patrick Marmion

TimeOut ★★★★

“In terms of pure column inches, the balcony scene from Jamie Lloyd’s Evita is surely the biggest news to come out of the theatre world in years…. the scene – which is, to be clear, astonishingly good – can only really be contextually appreciated if you’ve seen the one before it, which very much takes place in the theatre.”

“There are a lot of things to be excited about. The balcony stream stuns. Fabian Aloise’s choreography is phenomenal: playful, jerky and contorted, like sexy demonic possession. And my god, Zegler… Zegler’s performance is brilliant and unsentimental.”

“… you’re pretty much entirely at the mercy of Rice’s lyrics for context… which can be tough. They’re good song lyrics, but a bit hazy as a guide to the ins and outs of mid-twentieth century Argentinian politics.”

“Coherence isn’t this Evita’s strong suit. But there is so much that is good about it”

Andrzej Lukowski

The Guardian ★★★

“It is 360-degree theatre, for the rich inside (who see it on a video feed) and for the “hoi polloi” outside – very fitting for Perón given her disdain for the wealthy.”

“It’s hypnotic but the narrative takes a backseat for this rock musical. Which is almost entirely sung through, with what feels like thin connective tissue in its story.”

“If you feel denied of the subtleties of story, character and commentary on populist power, you will still have an eye-popping night out.”

Arifa Akbar

I hope you enjoyed this EVITA Review Round-Up and now with these overall glowing reviews it has cemented Evita as the theatrical event of the summer. Book tickets to this unmissable show now! For the best prices book in advance for midweek late July and August.

The WhatsOnStage Winner Jeevan Braich returns to Starlight express to cover cast injury.

Jeevan Braich just said goodbye to the show on the 12th of June. Since the 2024/2025 cast of Starlight Express rolled out of the Troubadour. Unfortunately Gavin Adams who took over the role of ‘Rusty’ recently injured his shoulder and has had to take some time off. Luckily Braich has agreed to cover Adams period of absence and resume his role.

The show said in a statement: “Jeevan returns to the role in place of Gavin Adams, who is taking some time off from the show due to a recent shoulder injury. To allow Gavin the time he needs, the production is delighted to welcome Jeevan back to Starlight Express. And looks forward to Gavin’s return once he has fully recovered.”

Starlight Express came back to the West End after ending it original run of 7,409 performances. Which has given the show the title of ninth-longest running West End Show back in 2002. This revival was highly anticipated and quickly picked up 3 Olivier nominations and 7 WhatsOnStage nominations. In which it went on to win Best Performer in a Musical for Jeevan. Performed on stakes at the specially designed Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. This classic musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, is about a child’s toy train set that comes to life. They then compete with each other to become the fastest engine in the world. Furthermore audiences can sit in special sections within the racing track or around called Platforms and Carriages. Additionally they can pick the Locomotive section. This section is behind the performance and a more traditional raked seating area.

Book tickets now to catch Jeevan Braich returns, back in his role as Rusty and see this vibrant revival now!

London’s West End is vibrant and ever changing, although some shows like The Lion King and Les Miserables‘ remain staples for decades. Most of the theatres are home to a great variety of shows that typically change every few months. And even the long running shows aren’t guaranteed to stay forever. With some big closures coming up here are some West End shows closing soon that you wouldn’t want to miss.

Tina Turner

Number one on the list has to be TINA which is also probably the most shocking close announced in recent years. The heart warming musical based on the life of music sensation. And now Tina is rolling out of the Aldwych this year after 7 successful years. It’s not all sad news though as the show has it’s next life touring the UK regional theatres. The show follows Tina’s entire life and how her career and life went. Featuring all of her most popular songs such as “What’s Love Got to Do with It”,”The Best”,”I Don’t Wanna Lose You”,”Proud Mary” . The show is the perfect night out and gift for any Tina Turner fan.

My Master Builder

The inspired by Ibsen play starring Ewan Mcgregor is at the Wyndham theatre for another 2 weeks until the 12th July. The show marks Mcgregor’s return to the West End after 17 years. Set on the night of the star architects unveiling of his biggest project yet. The play explores the turmoils of marriage and how the grief can impact a relationship. This all comes to a head when Elena (Kate Fleetwood) invites over Mathilde (Elizabeth Debicki) who once had a short-lived affair with Henry Solness .

Once student and teacher the play also delves into navigating the world as a woman in typically male-dominated industries. As well as how the systems in place are designed to protect men and those already in power. Both Fleetwood and Debicki deliver haunting real performances that steal the show. Don’t miss your chance to catch this magnetic trio in their final 16 shows. Book here now!

Mrs Warrens Profession

Starring Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter this real life mother and daughter duo delivers a impactful moving performance as Mrs Warren and her estranged daughter. Set in the unassuming British countryside Mrs Warren’s Profession takes you on a journey. As Vivie learns of her mothers profession and how this will affect their already strained relationship. The play moves on to criticize the lack of professional opportunities afforded to women in this time period and the inherent morality of the industry. The heartfelt realistic fights and emotions the duo displays leaves the theatre on the edge of their seat. With the haunting ensemble’s unnerving stares adding an element of mystery and intrigue to the whole show

The Great Gatsby

The Great Gatsby is currently scheduled to end on the 7th of September and though there’s talks of an extension it’s best to catch it now to avoid disappointment. The greatest party on London’s biggest most extravagant stage the Broadway hit has finally made it’s debut across the pond. Jamie Muscato, known for his roles in Heathers, Les Miserables, Moulin Rouge and Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, stars as Jay Gatsby a mysterious millionaire who is known for his lavish parties. Even though he himself never attends. His main goal is to entice former lover Daisy Buchanan over to his Long Island mansion but that flame has long been extinguished. Alongside him is Corbin Bleu, known for playing Chad in High School Musical and his extensive theatre work in broadway. His role as Nick Carraway marks his long-anticipated West End Debut.

EVITA

The new revival of Evita starring Rachel Zegler and directed by Jamie Lloyd is in the London Palladium for 12 weeks only. The show has generated a bit of controversy by the directors choice. To have the arguably most famous track ‘Don’t Cry for Me Argentina’ sung on the balcony to the crowd outside. This has resulted in huge crowds every night waiting at 9pm to hear Zegler perform the song. But while beautiful this is just one element of a daring and energetic revival which is definitely worthy of a visit.

With a powerful ensemble the choreography stands out as modern and powerful. The set is in Lloyd’s signature stripped back aesthetic. But for this show it works well to highlight Eva and the ensemble. With the powerful vocals and thrilling performance they don’t need the glamour. This also marks Zegler’s West End debut after her golden globe win for West Side Story and Broadway debut last year in Romeo & Juliet. For performances on the 14, 28 of July and 11, 25 of August Bella Brown will take on the role of Eva. Brown is currently playing the mistress in Evita and has previously played Fate 1 and Eurydice in the Original West End Cast of Hadestown.

So, here’s my complete round-up of West End shows closing soon that I think is definitely worth a visit before it ends. For affordable tickets and discounts book tickets on theatrebookings here!

Hercules has stormed into the West End after much anticipation and hype! The previews are officially over and the reviews are out. It’s been a mixed bag with the general consensus being it’s a spectacular visual show with amazing songs and dance. But the book hasn’t quite captured the heart and magic of the original story. Here’s the new West End musical Hercules Reviews Round-up

The Critics:

The Telegraph – ★★★★

“This fun-filled adaption has retained the Disney animation’s goofy knockabout humour and refusal to take itself seriously”

“Best of all, it boasts a truly heaven sent quintet of Muses who sashay their way through Alan Menken’s still radiant gospel-driven score with just the right amount of sass to make your average tween squeal in delight.”

“Luke Brady is an endearing wannabe hero, sporting a goofy grin worthy of Jim Carrey and singing the show’s stand out song Go The Distance with palpable tenderness. The beefed up character of Meg doesn’t come off so well”

“Nothing to scare the gods then, but for families with young children, an excellent tip for summer.”

Claire Allfree

The Evening Standard – ★★★

“This adaptation of the Disney film is slick with some fun songs but somewhat lacking in strength”

“Stephen Carlile’s outrageously camp, scene-stealing Hades gets all the best lines: “People die all the time: I should know, I kill them.””

“… the show chugs along agreeably enough, powered by the attitude and powerhouse vocals of the Muses.”

Nick Curtis

The Guardian – ★★★

“Luke Brady is an incredible singer, as Hercules navigates his journey between godliness and humanness with sidekick Phil”

“The cast around Brady is just as strong vocally, but breezy in their dialogue.”

“Go the Distance is a lovely solo by Hercules but you do not feel quite enough emotion from it. The upbeat numbers work better… there is astolidity to the story, as if an ancient tablet of stone has taken the place of a flesh and blood heart.”

“…in the second half Kwame Kwei-Armah and Robert Horn’s book gets funnier, Hercules turns goofier and his love story with Meg (Mae Ann Jorolan, cool cat to Brady’s golden retriever) grows in chemistry.”

Arifa Akbar

The Times – ★★★

“… it’s hard to work up much enthusiasm about Casey Nicholaw’s musclebound production at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. True, the temperature rises whenever the five muses deliver hand-clapping gospel fervour”

“The good news, though, is that Trevor Dion Nicholas adds mischief as Hercules’ sidekick Phil”

“Stephen Carlile makes an authentically sneering villain as Hades: all hurt pride and flaring nostrils, he brings a touch of panto energy to the proceedings. Whenever he’s on stage, the script co-written by Robert Horn and our own Kwame Kwei-Armah starts to crackle.”

Clive Davis

WhatsOnStage – ★★★

“Hercules, the latest arrival, has all the qualities associated with the brand: it’s slick, it’s colourful, it’s energetic.”

“Hercules smiles at every opportunity and has a nice line in cheek, while Meg enlivens each scene in which she appears.”

“Best of all are the five Muses, who combine magnificent gospel-riffed singing with plenty of humour and knowing sass.”

TimeOut – ★★★

“While there’s a vague nod to Hellenistic art, there were endless opportunities to have done something visually audacious and aesthetically interesting, and they were all passed upon.”

“All that accepted, it’s a sturdy action-adventure romp that absolutely does the trick and is eminently worth taking The Kids to during the hols.”

“It has charm, because it’s adapted from a charming film and talented people have made it, but it’s definitely not going to go down in legend.”

Andrzej Lukowski

RadioTimes – ★★★★★

“This lustre-dusted show-stopper of a musical is everything you could want. Spangled, joyous and gloriously camp”

“The sets are bigger than you could possibly imagine, in one moment you’re basking in the romance of Herc and Meg’s delicate rose garden, the next, Hades is descending dramatically on a rusty walkway in an Underworld that carries the vibe of a sad school disco.”

“then there’s the characters. Without hesitation, the highlight of the show are The Muses. Candace Furbert, Sharlene Hector, Brianna Ogunbawo, Malinda Parris and Robyn Rose-Li are a party in human form, making sure the show is always as irreverent and un-serious as possible, and delivering note-perfect vocals throughout. Without them, the show simply wouldn’t work.”

Conclusion

Overall, while it’s not glowing reviews the show is praised for it’s excellent acting and songs alongside gorgeous sweeping sets. Hopefully you enjoyed the Hercules Reviews Round-up and are excited to see the show playing until 2026 it’ll be the perfect fun night out with the whole family this summer.

Book tickets to see Hercules now at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane

The funniest west end shows currently on is quite subjective as all humor is. But I’ve gathered a diverse list of all styles of comedy so that hopefully there’s something for everyone! The West End might be known more for it’s serious and dramatic plays and musicals but comedic shows have also found huge success with some of the longest running plays being pure comedies. Some would argue these shows offer the best escapes for their audiences while having some of the cleverest writing. So from slapstick to word play we have it all and here my top 5 comedic shows.

The Comedy about Spies

The newest show by the famous Mischief Comedy group had top be the top of the list! The comedy about spies is a classic comedy instead of their signature gone wrong series featuring original company members. The show follows a fictional British spy organization who are on the hunt to recover a very important missing file. Set in a hotel with a gorgeous two story set the direction and physical comedy takes advantage of the set in unique and daring ways. They performed a small portion of the opening on the royal variety show. This can be seen here if you need some further incentive to see this show. Playing at the noel coward theatre on a strictly limited run until 5th September make sure to catch it while you still can!

The Book of Mormon

The Book of Mormon is a cult classic as this point. Therefore it isn’t surprising how it has quickly risen up to become the 8th longest show that’s still currently running in the West End. Starting in March 2013 after winning 9 Tonys in 2011 including Best Musical. The show follow Elder Price an exemplary Mormon as he goes on his mission to Uganda. There he has his rose tinted glasses removed and sees some of the horrors that exist in the world. With classic numbers like Hello and Hasa Diga Eebowai the show is a riot throughout and has audiences coming back again and again. Written by the creators of South Park if that’s your style of humor this is the show for you.

Clueless

Now that mean girls has left the west end it’s good to know we have another classic hilarious high school comedy to fill that void. Clueless is based on the movie of the same name which in turn was loosely based on Jane Austen’s novel Emma. We follow Cher a rich, spoiled yet kind-hearted teen as she sets out to do good deeds at her high school. Starring Emma Flynn who dazzles as Cher Horowitz and manages to pay homage to the original while delivering perfect vocals, acting and comedy. Alongside is Keelan McAuley, who plays the sensible Paul who Cher falls for, delivering powerful vocals in some of the original scores biggest hits like ‘Reasonable Doubts’.

Titanique

If you’ve ever watched the James Cameron epic Titanic and thought I wish Celine Dion was narrating the story do I have the show for you. Hailed as camp chaos Titanique is a hilarious, outrageous comedy musical featuring stunning vocals and a slightly nonsensical story line. The running gag is Celine Dion interrupting every big moment of the romance and other exuberant twists on both the characters and plots that I won’t spoil. All you need to know is you’ll be in for a good time. Running at the Criterion Theatre which has historically given fringe like shows a chance to shine on the West End. It has also recently become an Olivier winning show. With Layton Williams winning an Olivier for his vital supporting role as the Iceberg.

Fawlty Towers

Although not currently on Fawlty Towers will be making it’s return to the Apollo Thetare on the 24th of June after a incredibly successful sold-out run last year. Based on the classic British comedy which they have successfully transformed into a brand new stage comedy play. Adapting TV shows into a stage adaption is a rarity as it seems impossible to condense down a 12 episode season into a 2 and a half hour play yet the stars have aligned and Fawlty Towers manages to capture the heart and soul of the sitcom. The writing from 1970 holds up well in the modern day with visual gags, punchline delivering the same punch they did all those years ago. The nostalgia aspect helped bring people back to there younger days. Alongside the fantastic costuming and makeup many actors bore striking resemblances to their TV counterparts.

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Evita starring Rachel Zegler has started previews at the London Palladium. There’s already one aspect of the show that is already causing a lot of discussion. In classic Jamie Lloyd fashion it has been confirmed that the song ‘ Don’t cry for me Argentina’ will be performed on the balcony outside the Palladium. While streamed on a screen to the audience inside. This has caused a big debate with one side excited for this unique staging and choice. Meanwhile the other is annoyed as the song, arguably the biggest, won’t be sung live to the audience.

The highly anticipated Evita revival started performances this week and this production was already under a lot of eyes as it marks Rachel Zegler’s West End debut. It is also Jamie Lloyd’s third big project in the last two years. After his award winning Sunset Boulevard revival and sold-out run of Romeo and Juliet starring Tom Holland. Zegler is also a huge star already after her debut in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story. Her subsequent work includes, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, Romeo & Juliet and Disney’s Snow White.

The show

Evita is the story of Eva the first female president of Argentina and early reactions online are all very positive, gushing over Zegler’s performance. There has however already been some discourse as has become common with any Jamie Lloyd production. Whose signature stripped back style is very divisive. There is a lack of costuming until the final act. And one of the biggest numbers of the show is streamed to the audience which some feel very let down on.

This is not the first time he has incorporated screens in his stage show as Tom Francis famously sings the Sunset Boulevard title song as he walks outside the theatre. It’s too early to see if this stunt will earn the show positive or negative feedback as a whole. But it does mean lucky passerbys might be able to catch Zegler performing this piece for free. Around roughly 9pm every night.

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As Les Misérables 40th anniversary in the West End draws closer the show has announced a special cast for 8 weeks only!

Starting on the 8th of September and playing till the 1st November. A special company of performers from various past productions of Les Misérables will come together in the Sondheim theatre. Cameron Mackintosh, the producer, states “In celebration of our 40th birthday, I have put together, as I have always done for major celebrations, a special cast for eight weeks only, drawn from the outstanding performers of the last decade’s international productions of Les Mis, as well as the current Arena Spectacular and the Oscar-winning movie, all of whom have emerged as new theatre stars. This will be the last time that they will all be able to play together in Les Mis. As their careers take them onto new stellar paths.”

Les Mis has been arguably the most famous musical in the world. It’s the world’s longest running musical and this will mark another first with it’s 40th birthday.

Killian Donnelly will play Jean Valjean, Bradley jaden as javert, Katie Hall as Fantine and Jac Yarrow as Marius. They will be joined by Jordan Shaw as Enjorlas, Shan Ako as Éponin and Beatrice Toure as Cosette. Ian Mcintosh will also perform the role of Jean Valjean at select performances. Adam Gillen will appear as Thénardier and Marina Prior will play Madame Thénardier.

The rest of the company includes Matthew McConnell, Adam Pearce, William Pennington, Jordan Simon Pollard, Hollie Aires, Aidan Banyard, Nicholas Carter, Ella May Carter, Matthew Dale,Irfan Damani, Lila Falce-Bass, Jessica Johns-Parsons, Seán Keany, Chris Kiely, Sam Kipling, Mia Lamb, Sarah Lark, Ollie Llewelyn-Williams, Lewis Renninson, Danielle Rose, Georgia Tapp, Noah Thallon, Imaan Victoria, and Danny Whelan.

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The biggest collaborative theatre event is almost upon us and the official schedule has been released! Held in Trafalgar Square West End Live is back for another year and it’s the 20th anniversary of this event.

Almost all shows will be in attendance with EVITA announcing their participation last week. This will mark Rachel Zegler’s first appearance at the free event! You’re find the full West End Live schedule below.

The shows performing include veterans of West End Live such as : The Lion King, Six, Wicked, Hamilton, Tina, Mamma Mia!, The Book of Mormon, The Phantom of the Opera, Cabaret and Les Miserables. Newcomers include: Evita, Just For One Day, The Devil Wears Prada, The Great Gatsby, Clueless, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Burlesque the Musical and Disney’s Hercules.

Both days the West End Live schedule will be opening with a Disney musical. As is tradition with Hercules kicking off the event as a whole on Saturday. As previews have all sold out now until July. The crowds are anticipated to be huge in order to get a look at this new musical.

Other crowd favorites include Hamilton which always has the crowd singing along word for word as well as Operation Mincemeat one of the most successful home grown musicals now playing in Broadway and the West End. Although Saturday might seen slightly more stacked with most long running shows performing then Sunday is not to be left behind with Titanique, The Great Gatsby and The 20 years of West End Live Concert to end the day. Although the lineup hasn’t been revealed for that performance it’s safe to say there will be familiar faces and incredible vocals.

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