Earlier this week Mickey-Jo caught the first public performance of a brand new musical - the ticketed workshop presentation of 'Why Am I So Single?', the new musical from Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, the award winning writers of the global hit musical SIX.The presentation starred Christina Benington (Heathers, Bat Out of Hell) and Joe Foster (& Juliet, Legally Blonde), with Millie O'Connell (Six, The Cher Show, Rent) and Noah Thomas (Everybody's Talking about Jamie, The Secret Life of Bees).Ch...
Sep 09, 2023•22 min
Earlier this week Mickey-Jo caught the first public performance of a brand new musical - the ticketed workshop presentation of 'Why Am I So Single?', the new musical from Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, the award winning writers of the global hit musical SIX.The presentation starred Christina Benington (Heathers, Bat Out of Hell) and Joe Foster (& Juliet, Legally Blonde), with Millie O'Connell (Six, The Cher Show, Rent) and Noah Thomas (Everybody's Talking about Jamie, The Secret Life of Bees).Ch...
Sep 09, 2023•22 min
Mickey-Jo recently went to see the new comedy play THE CROWN JEWELS at the Garrick Theatre in the West End.The show, which is based on true events that occurred during the reign of King Charles II, stars Al Murray, Mel Gierdeoyc, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Neil Morissey, and more.Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this production... Grab Atlas VPN for just $1.83/mo+ 3 months extra before the SUMMER DEAL expires: https://get.atlasvpn.com/MickeyJo • About Mickey-Jo: As one of the lead...
Sep 06, 2023•20 min
Mickey-Jo recently revisited the Olivier Award winning revival of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club in London.The Musical, which opened with Eddie Redmayne and Jessie Buckley, currently stars Mason Alexander Park as The Emcee and Maude Apatow as Sally Bowles.Check out this new mini review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on the latest cast of this extraordinary production. • 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 dwin...
Sep 01, 2023•23 min
For Theatre fans in the UK, August is all about the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and this year Mickey-Jo caught 30 shows in 5 days during his trip!This included musicals, plays, cabarets, and immersive experiences.In today's review roundup Mickey-Jo is sharing snippets of the reviews he created in order to rank every show he saw!•00:00 | Introduction02:16 | Sing, River03:19 | Buff04:19 | We'll Have Nun Of It05:19 | Chriskirkpatrickmas06:30 | Tink07:41 | Polko08:43 | Jingle Street09:58 | Adults11:07...
Aug 31, 2023•40 min
Earlier this week, LOVE NEVER DIES - the sequel to Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera, was staged in concert at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in the West End.This production starred Norm Lewis, Celinde Schoenmaker, Matthew Seadon-Young, Courtney Stapleton, Sally Dexter, and more.Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's full thoughts on this show's material and plot as well as this new concert staging... 00:00 | introduction 03:03 | synopsis10:34 | book / score19:38 | staging / design24:4...
Aug 27, 2023•34 min
Earlier this week Mickey-Jo was invited to see DEATH NOTE the musical in concert at the London Palladium in the West End.This sold out production starred Joaquin Pedro Valdes, Dean John Wilson, Frances Mayli McCann, Adam Pascal, Aimie Atkinson, and more.Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this hugely anticipated musical...•00:00 | introduction 02:14 | what is Death Note about?05:22 | does it work as a musical?14:58 | how was this concert?21:21 | how were the performances? • Abou...
Aug 24, 2023•26 min
After many years of waiting, the Pulitzer Prize winning musical Next to Normal has finally arrived in London.The UK premiere, which is currently performing at the Donmar Warehouse in the West End, stars Caissie Levy, Jamie Parker, Eleanor Worthington Cox, Jack Wolfe, and more.Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's detailed thoughts about this production... •00:00 - introduction02:21 - plot synopsis / material07:10 - strengths14:49 - shortcomings21:46 - performances• • About Mickey-Jo: As one o...
Aug 23, 2023•31 min
Earlier this week Mickey-Jo had the chance to attend a special screening of the new movie THEATER CAMP from Searchlight Pictures.This 2023 release has been co-created by Nick Lieberman, Molly Gordon, Ben Platt, and Noah Galvin and depicts a chaotic theater camp.Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's full thoughts on this very stagey film!•00:00 | introduction02:53 | what is Theater Camp about?04:51 | did I like the film?08:25 | how were the performances?12:44 | who would enjoy this film?• • Ab...
Aug 18, 2023•15 min
Earlier this year Mickey-Jo saw Hadestown on Broadway at the Walter Kerr theatre, years after first seeing the show's pre Broadway run at the National Theatre in London.The show originally starred Reeve Carney as Orpheus, Eva Noblezada as Eurydice, Amber Gray as Persephone, Patrick Page as Hades, and Andre de Shields as Hermes, with Lillias White, Tom Hewitt and Jewelle Blackman later joining the Broadway cast.Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this beloved, Tony Award winning ...
Aug 16, 2023•19 min
Earlier this week, the new musical adaptation of the hit film BACK TO THE FUTURE opened at the Winter Garden Theater on Broadway.Although the show is still successfully running at the Adelphi Theatre in the West End and won the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, it received largely negative reviews from the New York critics. In this episode Mickey-Jo discusses the different responses to both the Broadway and West End productions and discusses the differences between critics on either side ...
Aug 14, 2023•26 min
This week brought the bombshell announcement that the popular musical HEATHERS would be ending its run at the Other Palace Theatre in London on 3rd September.The show, which originally starred Carrie Hope Fletcher, Jodie Steele, Jamie Muscato and more, is currently also on a 2nd UK tour and has played 2 limited runs at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in the West End before returning to its original venue.This closure raises many questions, including which show will be the next to open at the Other P...
Aug 11, 2023•17 min
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 what this production is actually like and whether this story works as a musical...•00:00 | introducti...
Aug 08, 2023•34 min
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 dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of de...
Aug 04, 2023•20 min
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 star?• About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is...
Aug 03, 2023•13 min
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 production of the international hit show... Tap Mickey's link to get a 1 year supply of immune supporting ...
Aug 01, 2023•42 min
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 pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ...
Jul 28, 2023•27 min
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 | introduction01:37 | new york, new york10:15 | ain't too proud19:42 | what does this mean?• About Mickey-Jo: As one o...
Jul 26, 2023•27 min
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 Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a...
Jul 24, 2023•37 min
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 this show...•00:00 | introduction02:09 | what is this show about?04:53 | what is the star rating?08:34 ...
Jul 21, 2023•24 min
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 what we ought to value about authentic casting.•CHAPTERS:00:00 | introduction03:04 | how is the show usually cas...
Jul 18, 2023•16 min
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 | what is a reprise?03:32 | Mack and Mabel05:03 | Merrily We Roll Along06:41 | Rent08:32 | Legally Blonde10:27 ...
Jul 15, 2023•35 min
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 shortcomings?18:09 | how are the performances? • About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre cr...
Jul 13, 2023•23 min
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 Bowles and if the show will be as successful in New York.Check out today's brand new episode for Mickey-Jo'...
Jul 11, 2023•21 min
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 | theatre• • About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-...
Jul 08, 2023•34 min
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's review to find out what exactly makes this show so special...•00:00 | introduction02:29 | what is this s...
Jul 06, 2023•22 min
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 | who would enjoy this show?• • About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a soci...
Jul 04, 2023•23 min
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 Andrew Lloyd Webber...• • About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a socia...
Jul 01, 2023•16 min
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 this latest tour...•00:00 | introduction02:34 | does this musical work?06:59 | how was this production?12:35 ...
Jun 30, 2023•26 min
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 a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of ded...
Jun 26, 2023•20 min
