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Mickey-Jo was recently invited to attend the press night performance of The Lord of the Rings: A Musical Tale at the Watermill Theatre in Newbury. This is the first revival of the show since its famously challenged original production at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in London and takes a bold new approach, with an actor musician staging that is semi immersive. Check out the new review to find out...

Earlier this week Mickey-Jo travelled to Chichester Festival Theatre to see ROCK FOLLIES.The new musical is based on the 1970s British TV series and stars Carly Bawden, Angela Marie Hurst and Zizi Strallen. Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts... • About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dw...

With the Barbie movie becoming an enormous success - it's only a matter of time before a producer decides to bring a Barbie musical to Broadway. In today's new episode Mickey-Jo is speculating about what a Barbie musical might look and sound like as well as who should play Barbie and Ken.•00:00 | introduction01:52 | would it work?06:04 | who should write it?07:29 | design09:30 | who should...

Recently Mickey-Jo made an epic theatrical pilgrimage to see the non replica production of WICKED in São Paulo, Brazil. As a non replica production, it featured a new creative team with different direction, Choreography and design choices as well as a cast including beloved Brazilian stars Myra Ruiz and Fabi Bang. Check out the new review for all of Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this very different...

Mickey-Jo thought it was time to share a bit of an update about my personal and professional life...Make sure to comment down below with what kind of videos you want to see next!•00:00 | introduction00:34 | next videos07:19 | we're engaged!13:24 | engagement story21:47 | professional news• About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pio...

This week brought the shocking news that both NEW YORK, NEW YORK on Broadway and AIN'T TOO PROUD in the West End would soon close. In today's new episode, Mickey-Jo is asking why these shows haven't proved more popular, what this means for the industry globally and what might be next for each theatre...Don't forget to comment with your thoughts about all of this down below!•00:00 |...

Last week Mickey-Jo headed to the Sheffield Crucible to see their bold new revival of the epic musical MISS SAIGON.Check out the new review for Mcikey-Jo's thoughts on this show...•00:00 | introduction02:07 | what is the show about?04:41 | what's been changed?09:06 | what was the star rating?12:47 | what were the problems?21:11 | what did I enjoy?26:38 | how were the performances? • About...

Last week Mickey-Jo took a trip to Leeds Playhouse to see the press night performance of IN DREAMS, a new musical written by David West Read which features the music of Roy Orbison. This world premiere production stars Lena Hall, Oliver Tompsett, Noel Sullivan, Sian Reese-Williams, Manuel Pacific, Gabriel García, Alma Cuervo and more! Check out the new review to find out why he fell in love with t...

Last week's announcement that Katerina McCrimmon would lead the upcoming US Tour of Funny Girl as Fanny Brice was met with a sizeable backlash. McCrimmon, who is not Jewish, is to depict the Jewish comedienne succeeding a line of Jewish performers who have played the role in the recent Broadway revival. In today's new episode, find out exactly why this matters to a community of fans and wh...

For as long as musicals have existed, there have been reprises - the repetition of a song after it is first sung. These can be sombre, uplifting, unexpected and inspiring, and when used correctly are hugely rewarding. In today's episode Mickey-Jo is counting down the reprises he thinks are the very best - make sure to comment below with your favourites!•CHAPTERS:00:00 | introduction01:25 | wha...

Last week Mickey-Jo travelled to the Barn Theatre in Cirencester to see their latest production, a brand new revival of the Award winning musical ONCE.Check out the review for all of Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this very different new production...•00:00 | introduction02:45 | what is this show about?05:22 | what is this revival like?09:28 | what are the creative strengths?13:12 | what are the shor...

It was announced earlier today that the award winning, smash hit West End revival of CABARET would transfer to the August Wilson Theatre on Broadway. With some details confirmed and others yet to be determined, Mickey-Jo is talking through everything we know so far about the 2024 production including who might star alongside Eddie Redmayne if Jessie Buckley doesn't reprise her role as Sally Bo...

Ahead of this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival, a few of you have been asking if Mickey-Jo would share some recommendations of which shows to see. So, after a few weeks of deliberation, Mickey-Jo has put together a list of some of the comedians, cabaret performances, musicals and plays which immediately caught my attention.•00:00 | introduction03:44 | cabaret / comedy12:56 | musicals22:14 | th...

Mickey-Jo was recently invited to review the West End transfer of CRAZY FOR YOU to the Gillian Lynne Theatre in London, after loving the show's regional revival last summer at Chichester Festival Theatre. This production is directed and choreographed by Susan Stroman, featues a score of Gershwin classics with a book by Ken Ludwig and stars Charlie Stemp and Carly Anderson. Check out Mickey-Jo&...

Last week Mickey-Jo finally got to see A STRANGE LOOP at the Barbican in London. Check out the new review for all of Mickey-Jo's thoughts about this complex, multi-layered Pulitzer Prize winning show...•00:00 | introduction02:27 | what is this show about?06:13 | is this a good show?10:31 | what is the material like?13:24 | how were the performances?18:11 | which moment is a highlight?20:25 | w...

Yesterday brought the shocking news that the West End revival of ASPECTS OF LOVE would close earlier than originally planned. The show, which features a score by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Charles Hart and Don Black, currently stars Michael Ball, Laura Pitt-Pulford, Jamie Bogyo, and Danielle de Niese. Mickey-Jo discusses why this might be happening and what it means for the show, the West End and Sir An...

Mickey-Jo was recently invited to the New Wimbledon Theatre in London to see the new production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY: THE MUSICAL, which began at Leeds Playhouse. The show, which is based on the popular book by Roald Dahl, stars Gareth Snook as Willy Wonka and has changed significantly since its first onstage incarnation. Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on thi...

Last week Mickey-Jo was delighted to be at the opening night of 42nd Street at Sadler's Wells. This new revival of the show stars Adam Garcia, Ruthie Henshall, Nicole-Lily Baisden, and more! Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this revival... • About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for...

As the summer months begin, Mickey-Jo is sharing his top 10 recommendations for the best musicals you can see in London this summer! • About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism,...

At the weekend Mickey-Jo was invited to attend a gala performance of MRS DOUBTIFRE, the latest musical to open in the West End. The show is playing at London's Shaftesbury Theatre and stars Gabriel Vick in the role made famous by Robin Williams. Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this show's controversy, score and crowd-pleasing potential... • About Mickey-Jo: As one...

This week, a new UK Tour of the musical ANNIE is visiting the New Victoria Theatre in Woking and Mickey-Jo was thrilled to be invited to review! The show stars Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood as the villainous Miss Hannigan and features such popular songs as 'Tomorrow', 'It's a Hard Knock Life', 'NYC', and 'You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Sm...

One of the best reviewed recent openings in London is the musical adaptation of GROUNDHOG DAY, which has returned for a summer run at the Old Vic Theatre where it originally premiered. The show, which features a book by Danny Rubin and a score by Tim Minchin stars Andy Karl as Phil Connors, a weatherman stuck reliving the same day over and over again. Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's t...

Last week Mickey-Jo got to see his most anticipated show of the year - a big revival of Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman's musical ASSASSINS at Chichester Festival Theatre. The show features stars including Danny Mac, Carly Mercedes Dyer, Liam Tamne, Luke Brady, Lizzy Connolly, Samuel Thomas, Nick Holder, Sam Oladeinde, Amy Booth Steel, Harry Hepple and more! Check out the review for Mickey-J...

After a short lived Broadway run and a razzie award winning recording, the polarising DIANA: the musical has unexpectedly announced its UK premiere. The show will be performed in concert at the Eventim Apollo in December 2023 starring Maiya Quansah-Breed, Kerry Ellis and Denise Welch. Check out today's brand new episode for some background and Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this internet-breaking...

Earlier this week Mickey-Jo was invited to see a gala night performance of WE WILL ROCK YOU at the Coliseum Theatre in London! The show, which is written by Ben Elton, uses the music of Queen and currently stars Ian McIntosh, Elena Skye, Brenda Edwards, Lee Mead and more. Check out the new video review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on the material, this production and whether any of that matters......