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EVITA
Sensational! Minimal scenery, subdued initial clothing but maximum thrill and movement; talking of movement – choreographical precision to die for. How do they do it? All lead roles absolutely superb; talent overload, Brilliant orchestra.
Interesting pre-show history from Fredo was a great help in understanding the background theme that gave rise to this incomparable show.
Familiar songs made this an evening to cherish. Thank you Fredo – you’re a bit of a star yourself. Going again anyone?
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Many apologies Fredo for my VERY late comment/ appreciation of the lovely evening Rachel and I enjoyed at Evita. The very interesting review which we read before the show was helpful as we had seen the original production of Evita and we were advised, very firmly, that we were about to see a very different interpretation – as indeed it was!
We both thoroughly enjoyed the evening..the simple set,the costumes, the strong voices of the three leading characters and the amazing dancing on that potentially treacherous stairway!
I still have some slight reservation re the singing of the most memorable song to an “outside” audience but the modern technology allowed the paying audience to enjoy it too!
Finally, a huge thankyou for enabling us to have a very happy and memorable evening.
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EVITA
Thank you Fredo for excellent seats for this outstanding show.
Amazing energy throughout and top grade orchestra.
Your pre-show synopsis was really helpful.
The standing ovation said it all.
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EVITA
Thank you so much for organising EVITA last night – it was tryly wonderful!
Victoria
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Evita
Not what we were expecting but better than anything we could have hoped for.
A powerful reimagined production in which the whole cast gave their all to produce an outstanding and memorable performance.
Fredo’s pre show synopsis was interesting and helpful.
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Evita
Wow is definitely the best word for this production. Everything about it was amazing. The singing, the choreography, the acting, so the show couldn’t fail to be hit with everyone as demonstrated in the standing ovation at the end of the performance. Along with Monica, I’m very tempted to be part of the crowd for the balcony scene. It must be amazing to be there.
Thank you again for making it possible for us to see such fantastic theatre.
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Evita
Wow ! This was an absolutely fantastic production and so so different to those I have seen before. The immediate standing ovation says it all. Thank you both for another wonderful evening at the theatre.
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EVITA
What a treat for us all last night, I think the whole family felt we had witnessed a rather marvellous production that will long be remembered. Many thanks for securing such wonderful seats and all the planning of course.
Catherine
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Monica and Robin
Evita
WOW, WOW,WOW, what a show which is absolutely sensational. Even the standing ovation was something else? Already envying the ones who will be going to see the next two shows. They are in for a treat. Almost feel like going about 9pm to see it from outside! Thank you so much Fredo and Mike for giving us another theatrical treat.
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EVITA
WOW what a wonderful dynamic show performances outstanding right till the end and what a encore superb thanks Fredo
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EVITA : WOW !!! What a show. Agree with what others have written. So good the evening just flew past. Will definitely try & see it again so Thank you Mike & Fredo for given me the opportunities to see such a variety shows.
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Evita, for those who’ve yet to see it…
As always Fredo gives you a great background to a fascinating story but it’s well worth taking some time out and delving into her history and the impact her actions had on Argentinian politics and especially economics.Doing so will make your enjoyment even better…!
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EVITA
What a wonderful treat was in store for us at the London Palladium yesterday evening, thank you Fredo and Mike! From the very start I was swept along with the whole production, each and everyone of the cast making it an outstanding show, which showed by the long standing ovation at the end! What a talented star we have with Rachel Zegler! Still have the music going round in my head this morning!
Thanks again!
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EVITA:
Never, ever in my 60 years of theatre have I before experienced an entire audience give an instant standing ovation, whooping and clapping while the cast took bows for ever! I tried to have an open mind and not make comparisons with the original, but at the start it seemed to lack a time line, but the show grew on me as it progressed. If I hadn’t seen the original I would have had no idea what was going on, but, as Mike commented, a new audience would just accept it at face value. The singing and dancing were superb – and I sang along in my head, remembering so many lyrics from way back when! What a truly powerful production.
Thank you, Fredo and Mike, for offering us over the years such a wonderful variety of theatre experiences. It’s been a great journey with you both.
Best wishes, JEAN
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Evita,
Advice from Fredo not to compare this production to traditional ones proved to be accurate but nonetheless as enjoyable as any I’v e seen..Rachel was a tremendous Evita,great voice and tons of energy with some smart acting too.Che,giving us a very credible performance, wasn’t far behind.Choreography was excellent also.
Fabulous performance from all…I’d go again!
Not sure where t he critics were coming from?
Many thanks Fredo n Mike..
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Evita
Well we walked in having our doubts and already not liking it because of the reviews , we walked out with a smile on our face thinking we’d like to see it again. Such an amazing powerful musical really pulled you into the story. Can’t really say much more other than thank you Fredo and Mike.
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Intimate Apparel
What a wonderful experience watching such talented actors especially Esther/Samira Wiley in our favourite theatre – the Donmar.
The history of that period and the beautiful costumes all came together giving us a sense of being back in Harlem in 1905.
Many thanks Fredo and Mike for yet another successful theatre trip.
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Intimate Apparel
I’ve long admired Samira Wiley in her roles in Orange is the New Black and especially The Handmaids Tale, so it was a pleasure to see her in the flesh in the role as Esther, the woman who sews beautiful lingerie for women. Ester was feisty and independant, with her own dreams but also longs for love and marriage. Her friends, Mayme, the good time girl, the posh lady Mrs Van Buren and her landlady all offer advice on Esther’s pursuit of her romance with the poetic George Armstrong. The sets were minimal which did not distract from the powerhouse performances of all of the actors. Especially touching was the fledgling attraction between Mr Marks and Esther, both knowing it could never blossom into anything.
There was a brilliant saucy song in the middle of the play which lifted the mood, but as the play progressed you could feel the pain and anguish that was coming down the line.
Samira hardly left the stage and she was mesmerising, in one moment showing her self worth and determination, then the next , full of pain and sorrow. My friend had her tissue ready and clutched my hand in sympathy.
All of the actors were magnificent. No words were wasted.
What I particularly liked was the way the words from the letters were played across the walls and stage. Just perfect.
Go see it, you will not be disappointed.
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Mrs Warren’s Profession
I though it would be interesting to take my daughters to this play. Lovely set. Unfortunately we were disappointed by the play, probably because it had been cut severely. It didn’t have much subtlety about the relationship between a mother and daughter which normally exists even if they have not been together throughout their lives. No sympathy or insight for her mother’s perspective shown by Vivie. I normally like GBS plays so a bit disappointed. My daughters both have careers so they were sad to see Vivie portrayed so ‘hard bitten’ when educated to a good level, even though it was a different time. Perhaps it was too male a view of women.
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Intimate Apparel.
I thought this play was wonderful. The cast so believed in their characters it was almost painful at times as the acting was superb. As usual with the Donmar the minimalist stage settings seemed to push the story smoothly along.Thank you Ewa Dena and team for a wonderful production
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