Mutiara Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Recommendations please for what London theatre show to go and see for a family that has not visited the UK for 10 years? Two children aged 13 and 14 and two adults.Phantom of the opera is a classic ? Maybe Chicago? or Les Mis or would something like Sound of music be better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mint Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Why not the proms? There isn't an age that is too young to introduce them to good music.It's the only time of year when I'd rather be in the UK than France. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Not sure if this is what you want, but a brilliant show anyway. "We will Rock You"....................the Queen musical. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mutiara Posted July 31, 2008 Author Share Posted July 31, 2008 Thanks for the replies so far - Sweet 17, I'm sure the Proms are fantastic but this time I would really like to take in a West End show as it will be a real treat/surprise, and also take our minds off of some recent bad times we have had.Bugbear - funny enough Bohemian Rhapsody came on the radio this afternoon here in rural France and I was explaining to my kids what a brilliant song it was, and that seemed to stay at N°1 for years! I'm sure I'd love that show!Anyone got any other suggestions ? It looks like Sound of music maybe in the pickings.Has anyone actually been to a West End show recently and could recommend one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzy Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 What about Hairspray, it's a cracker !Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weedon Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Have seen both Blood Brothers and Mama Mia and both are cracking shows. Everybody, young and old, knows the words to all the Abba songs don't they? Go to either show, you won't be disappointed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 We've booked for the last night of Joseph (in Jan) It has an extended run so someone must like it [:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patf Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I went to see West Side Story with my daughter on Tuesday and it was wonderful. The tunes are still buzzing in my head. Teenagers would love it too.It might be difficult to get tickets though. It's at Sadlers Wells which is smaller than most theatres. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 It's at Sadlers Wells which is smaller than most theatres....take climbing gear and go on a diet too if you sit in the dress circle - some years ago I watched The King and I with my knees under my chin, talk about squashed [:'(] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polremy Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Hope you are prepared to take out a mortgage to pay for 4 seats!!Whenever we go back to England we are horrified at how much these sort of things cost.But then we just poor old pensioners.(but happy obviously) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judith Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 The wizard of oz is on at the National for a short run - no I know its not the west end!!!!Unless you want to be sure of a seats before you come, try the half price ticket booth in Leicester Square on the day you want to go, you can always get something there.There are loads of musicals on at the moment, they won't all be full even at this time of year. There are sufficient theatres to meet demand on most days. Also, if you fancy one in particular it's worth checking for returns at the box office on the day.Ticket sales from agencies can be very expensive - add ons for credit card bookings etc. Avoid if possible.Sorry, can't recommend anything as I haven't been for years, in spite of being in walking distance - cost and lack of time mainly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Last minute matinées used to be very good value if that helps.......might be worth a try Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mutiara Posted July 31, 2008 Author Share Posted July 31, 2008 Thanks for all these great suggestions - not only for shows but the money saving tips too!I am a bit wary of touts trying to rip me off - I'm a Londoner but have become very trusting since living in france for all these years! I like the idea of the half price ticket booths ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pierre ZFP Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 You don't say if the kids are boys or girls.If boys, I would advise not going to Sound of Music but rather favour Chicago (far more raunchy)Les Mis is brilliant but maybe not for a 'Cheer you up treat' Not a dry seat in the house at the end as they say Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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