Burlesque (UK Tour) - ★★ REVIEW
About this episode
Mickey-Jo reviews the UK Touring production of Burlesque, discussing its performances and creative challenges.
After missing out on the chance to see it during its since cancelled run in Woking, Mickey-Jo headed to Cardiff earlier this week to watch the new UK Touring production of Burlesque. The musical adaptation, seen previously under different creative teams in Manchester and London, is based on the film of the same name starring Christina Aguilera and Cher. Amidst alleged backstage chaos, here are Mickey-Jo's thoughts on the actual show onstage, and whether or not it's worth the drama surrounding it... • 00:00 | introduction 02:42 | this production 08:56 | creative issues 17:24 | performances 20:54 | conclusion 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, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 95,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR…
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