UK Tour Reviews

On his quest for love, unconventional introvert Thomas typically fiddles and fumbles his way through his conventional office job, until he’s dragged on a journey of discovery by a very troublesome briefcase. A Brief Case of Crazy has been a real joy to watch develop over the past few years, and this latest version is, by a country mile, the show's best iteration yet. Skedaddle Theatre have taken something that was already full of charm, physical comedy and heart and refined i

A Class of Your Own playfully explores what sticks to you as you grow up, what you can shake off and what happens when we shine a light inside? The direction by Nathan Curry was mostly good, although there were a few contradictory moments when it came to the entrances and exits from rooms. Apart from that, it used space really well, and it was always clear what the production was trying to convey. The pacing was excellent, keeping the story moving while letting the important

Legally Blonde follows Elle Woods on her transformation from It Girl fashionista to legal ace at Harvard Law School, all in the name of love. Elle must prove she is more than blonde ambition, swap the changing rooms for the courtroom and learn that ‘being true to yourself never goes out of style. Nikolai Foster's direction is good and enjoyable for the most part. However, quite a few contradictory entrances and exits jar with the show, and some scenes could have used better u

Set in Caillte Lighthouse off the coast of Angus in the North Sea just after WW1, the story follows two keepers and their training of a third before things occur that question their loyalty, friendship and ultimately, their sanity. Amy Clayton’s direction is clear, concise, and confidently handled throughout. There is a strong sense of control over the piece, with each moment feeling considered and purposeful. Nothing lingers longer than it needs to, and the pacing, for the m

Lucy Bailey’s direction was mostly clear and concise, though there were a few moments that left me scratching my head. The biggest “wait, what?” moment came right at the start of Act 2, when Salome finds the body. She looks under the bed on the side with no curtain (helpfully left open for the audience’s benefit), sees nothing, and then dramatically pulls back the curtain at the foot of the bed. But later, when Poirot enters, he just walks around to the open side and grabs th

Direction by Kathleen Marshall was clear, confident, and consistent. Even in the more chaotic scenes, nothing felt forced — she kept a steady hand on the reins, which is exactly what a sparkling show like this needs. Choreography by Kathleen Marshall matched that same clarity and energy — slick, lively, and always in support of the narrative. The set by Peter McKintosh was a visual delight. The rotating art-deco platform at the back of the stage was especially smart: it allow

📸Marc Brenner Meet Evan: an anxious high school kid who wants nothing more than to fit in. The thing is, on his way to fitting in, he didn’t tell the whole truth. And now must give up on a life he never dreamt he’d have. As events spiral and the truth comes out, Evan faces a reckoning with himself and everyone around him. Let’s start with the direction by Adam Penford, which feels a bit like it’s having an identity crisis. There are undeniably lovely moments – little sparks

After the actor playing Ernest fails to arrive on cue, chaos erupts and the theatre company needs YOU to jump in and save the show. This HILARIOUS experience is different every night and will be coming soon to theatres near you! 📷 Mark Senior If you’re a fan of Mischief Theatre’s chaos-fueled comedy style, then buckle up — this is 100% your kind of show. It's a classic “play that goes wrong” setup, packed with irony, perfectly timed disasters, and a level of onstage mayhem t

Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walkout on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today's tabl

Four of the country’s greatest comedy entertainers will tour the UK in 2025 with their own special take on the Rat Pack - Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Shane Richie and Joe Pasquale are The Prat Pack. Inspired by the performances of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Joey Bishop and Peter Lawford, the UK stars are hitting the road (with Pasquale at the wheel of the tour bus). Packed with laughs and songs, backed by a 15-piece band, the show will let the audience in on

Peter Ash & Jodie Steele Back home in Brighton, DSI Grace investigates a cold case that leads him to the secretive world of fine art, but beneath the respectable veneer lurks a dark underworld of deception and murder. When one unsuspecting couple unearth a potentially priceless masterpiece, they discover that their dream find is about to turn into their worst nightmare, and only Grace can stop them from paying the ultimate price. Under the careful eye of Jonathan O’Boyle, thi