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Just For One Day

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  • Booking until: Saturday, 7 February 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Just For One Day in London

Inspired by one of the greatest music events in history, Just For One Day heads to the West End in 2025 at the Shaftesbury Theatre. The televised concerts attracted a record-breaking audience of 1.5 billion people. Just For One Day tells the story of this incredible event, an amazing new musical about Live Aid and the people who were brought together by it.

Just For One Day - The Story

Now and again people come together and something remarkable happens. It happened in 1985 as famine raged in Ethopia against a backdrop of political unrest, social revolution, and economic boom and bust. 70 artists and two huge gigs later, $127 million had been raised to help. It was amazing.

When Live Aid hit Wembley and Philadelphia, changed the face of fundraising forever. Now the event is being celebrated in the West End, inspired by the concerts organised by Bob Geldof of the Boomtown rats and Midge Ure from Ultravox.

About Just For One Day

The production heads to the West End in Spring 2025 following its record-breaking premiere at The Old Vic in 2024 - Just For One Day became the theatre's fastest-selling musical ever and hundreds of people flocked to the theatre to see it. The West End transfer comes hot on the heels of a North American premiere at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre in Toronto.

Fresh from the director of & Juliet and writer of Mrs Doubtfire, the show is stacked with smash hits from legendary musicians of the times, including Bowie, Queen, Elton John, The Who, U2, Diana Ross, The Police, Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, The Pretenders, The Cars, Status Quo, Paul Weller, Sade, The Boomtown Rats, Bryan Adams, Ultravox and more.

Just For One Day cast and creative team

The show stars Craige Els (Doctor Who, Matilda The Musical) as Bob Geldof, the show is directed by Luke Sheppard (& Juliet, The Little Big Things), and the book is by John O’Farrell (Mrs Doubtfire), in collaboration with Sir Bob Geldof himself.

There’s a talented creative team on the show, with Matthew Brind responsible for the musical supervision, arrangements and orchestration and Ebony Molina for the choreography. Soutra Gilmour is the set designer and Fay Fullerton is the costume designer. Howard Hudson is the lighting designer, Gareth Owen the sound designer, Andrzej Goulding has created the video and animation and Stuart Burt is responsible for the casting.

This is what happens when rock stars and ordinary people combine their efforts to create ‘amazing’. Don’t miss this exhilarating story of the concerts that took place almost 40 years ago but still have the power to thrill.

Next Performances for Just For One Day at the Shaftesbury Theatre

today 20th Dec 2025 7:30pm from £24.00
Monday 22nd Dec 2025 2:30pm from £25.00 Offers 7:30pm from £25.00 Offers
Tuesday 23rd Dec 2025 2:30pm from £25.00 Offers 7:30pm from £24.00 Offers
Wednesday 24th Dec 2025 2:30pm from £24.00 Offers
Saturday 27th Dec 2025 2:30pm from £48.00 7:30pm from £48.00
Sunday 28th Dec 2025 2:30pm from £48.00

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Just For One Day Ticket Information

  • Booking until:

    Saturday, 7 February 2026

  • Running time:

    2hr 35min. Incl. 1 interval.

  • Age restrictions

    Ages 12+. Parental guidance recommended.

  • Important Information

    This production contains: loud music, flashing lights, haze, frequent strong language.

  • Cancellations & Refunds

    Once booked, tickets to Just For One Day are usually non exchangeable and non refundable as per our terms & conditions. In practice, however, we will do our best to accommodate your request as long as we are notified at least 48 hours before the performance. Please contact us for more information.

Just For One Day Frequently Asked Questions

What is the running time for Just For One Day?

Just For One Day runs for approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes, including one interval.

What is the creative team behind Just For One Day?

The musical features a book by John O’Farrell and is directed by Luke Sheppard. Matthew Brind leads musical supervision, arrangements, and orchestration, while Ebony Molina handles choreography. Soutra Gilmour designed the set, Fay Fullerton the costumes, Howard Hudson the lighting, Gareth Owen the sound, Andrzej Goulding the video and animation, and Stuart Burt managed casting.

What songs are in Just For One Day?

The show is a jukebox musical built around Live Aid performances, featuring iconic tracks like “Heroes”, “Rat Trap”, “Drive”, “Dancing with Tears in My Eyes”, “Radio Ga Ga”, “We Are the Champions”, “Message in a Bottle”, “Blowin’ in the Wind”, “Rockin’ All Over the World”, “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “My Generation”, and “Let It Be” among a rich array of others by artists such as David Bowie, Queen, Elton John, U2, The Police, Bob Dylan, Status Quo, Diana Ross, The Cars, and Sade.

What seats should I select to best enjoy the show?

For optimal enjoyment, aim for seats with a clear, central view of the stage, such as those in the centre of the Stalls or the front of the Dress Circle.

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Valid all performances 22 - 24 December 2025 and Monday - Thursday evening performances 5 January - 4 February 2026. Book by 12 January 2026.

Just For One Day reviews

4.9 out of 5 239 reviews

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Latest customer reviews

All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing Just For One Day.

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unexpectedly entertaining

each time we come, we choose a musical, because besides London, where else can we attend musicals? we booked this one but it was at the end of the list and we did it because we’ve seen all the others; the story wasn’t that exciting… we must admit this is one of the best we’ve ever seen. acting, dancing, singing and the setlist of 80s hits were the best ever. the special performance of many world hits made them better that what they were. we’ll go again, it’s astonishing.

F Reviewed on 20 December 2025 by
France

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Top Draw

Great show for all ages would go again

J Reviewed on 19 December 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Absolutely fantastic. Great showc

Staff very Frendly & helpful. Show was fantastic . Music / songs bought back memories. Great story line . Definitely a show everyone got to go to .

R Reviewed on 19 December 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Must see

Took our son who said he learned a lot about the eighties

J Reviewed on 17 December 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Exceptional !!

Script was so well done, working in songs from the artists performing at Band Aid & Live Aid to tell the 'story'. Fantastic performance from every one of the cast - who needs fancy scenery with such talent and a great backing band. Don't miss it !!

S Reviewed on 12 December 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Nostalgia at its best

P Reviewed on 11 December 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Fantastic

Feel good musical with spectacular music, voices and band.

S Reviewed on 11 December 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Fantastic !

We recommend this show even if you are not fluent in English, we are French and we really really enjoyed it. Actors are incredible. It was fabulous. Musicians and singers/dancers/actors are fantastic!!!

E Reviewed on 10 December 2025 by
France

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one Night only

Absolutely blown away the performers were fantastic being 13 years old for the original Live aid this brought it all back.Couldn’t fault anything x

L Reviewed on 09 December 2025 by
United Kingdom

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What a night to close out trip to London!

Among the obvious amount of amazing shows London hás to offer, we chose this one because of the music and what Live Aid meant and still means to the world. It was beyond words! What a fantastic night to close our trip to London, and plus, the company is still helping the Live Aid cause!

L Reviewed on 08 December 2025 by
Portugal

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Great show!

Great show, actors, music!! Only minus was that it was too loud in our opinion.

F Reviewed on 03 December 2025 by
Sweden

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Brilliant story that needs telling

The music and singers were so full of energy and passion. Sadly not able to get up and dance!

S Reviewed on 03 December 2025 by
United Kingdom

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The best show that I have ever been to It was spellbinding from start to finish

B Reviewed on 01 December 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Enjoyable trip back in time

Great to relive this story of the daily music made a difference

H Reviewed on 01 December 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Amazing

Money we'll spent to a cracking show

N Reviewed on 30 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Unexpected WOW

We went back 40 years when we were 18, music was a juke box jam revising memories and taking us back, whilst reminding us of that we should never forget.

S Reviewed on 30 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Superb

A Reviewed on 29 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Amazing

The show was very clever. I thought the way they told a piece of history with music intertwined was brilliant. A real reminder about the horrors happening in Ethiopia and how brilliant the music of that era from that time.

A Reviewed on 29 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Great show with great music

We really enjoyed the show. The music and the acting were great, some amazing singers. I think the show is probably more suited towards the older generation (50+) as obviously we were around in the 80s and remember that era well. Some great songs which brought back some great memories .

S Reviewed on 28 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Must see

M Reviewed on 26 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Brilliant

Exceptional day out it has made our trip to London thankyou

J Reviewed on 26 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Great evening out

Thoroughly enjoyed the show, Highly recommended.

G Reviewed on 26 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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The best show yet

We thought The MJ musical was good, but this was in another league. It was amazing.

E Reviewed on 25 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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A day that made a difference

Very well done

D Reviewed on 25 November 2025 by
Canada

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Kept us entertained

Enjoyed the production. some great characters. Music got the feet-tapping & fingers clicking

S Reviewed on 25 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Excellent

Just Excellent.

M Reviewed on 24 November 2025 by
Serbia

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Best show I have ever seen.

A Reviewed on 24 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Just brilliant

Great show, singer's were fantastic, music brilliant

D Reviewed on 23 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Must see.

Quaint theatre,great atmosphere.Staff helpful and considerate,nothing to much trouble.Cast members voices amazing,story easy to follow,great memories for a 80 year old grand dad

C Reviewed on 22 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Excellent music & entertainment

V Reviewed on 19 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Superb

Very professional , fantastic harmonies, disappointed that you were not allowed to sing along.

F Reviewed on 17 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Nostalgic

Absolutely loved this show! I’ve seen it twice and want to go again. Nostalgic as its music from my era - great acting singing and dancing! Probably wouldn’t take under 14’s as language isn’t appropriate but cannot fault anything about this show. Loved it!

L Reviewed on 16 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Absolutely amazing show, very nostalgic brought back lots of memories. Would see it again in a heartbeat

H Reviewed on 16 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Fantastic show

This is a truly fantastic show with the cast giving everything to ensure the audience has an enjoyable evening. The music was fantastic, the singing was outstanding, the whole performance was wonderful

K Reviewed on 12 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Great music. Great cast. Very enjoyable. Bob Geldof brilliant

A Reviewed on 11 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Great entertainment

Fantastic storyline and very moving in parts, wonderful singing and dancing from the cast.

K Reviewed on 11 November 2025 by
Australia

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Great show

M Reviewed on 09 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Splendid !!

M Reviewed on 09 November 2025 by
France

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Amazing Show, highly recommend it.

J Reviewed on 06 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Moving

Would be better if they sang do they know it’s Xmas at the end

A Reviewed on 06 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Incredible performance

M Reviewed on 05 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Brill

J Reviewed on 04 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Best show ever

Loved this show it documented the Live Aid moment so well Music was just fabulous choreography brilliant and singers powerful Loved the Mr G ( Bob) and Mrs T ( Thatcher) pieces in the show both characters played so well by the performers Well done

C Reviewed on 01 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Great Night!

Music, band and Singing was phenomenal!

S Reviewed on 01 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Enjoyable, but would have preferred a longer section at the end for dancing.

P Reviewed on 01 November 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Brilliant musicality and comedy

S Reviewed on 29 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Took me back to 80s

I am from Sydney Australia and seen many musicals over many years. But never have I felt that the singing was always great. Just for one day cast were incredible singers. The band fantastic. If I wasn't restricted to my seat I would have been dancing. Spectacular...

D Reviewed on 29 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Fantastic!

I just went to see this show as a fun evening, but it was so much more! Absolutely excellent. I think it is probably the best West End show I have seen. Funny and moving. Exceptional voices and music throughout. Frequent swearing, in keeping with the character, but maybe not suitable for younger children

L Reviewed on 29 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Wonderful music and excellent choreography. Far too much swearing so I wouldn’t recommend it for teens and children. It’s a shame as it’s a good storyline..history., lessons about how much we can achieve when we come together.

J Reviewed on 27 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Nostalgic

Weakish storyline. Unfair portrayal of what this country did at that time. Getting fed up with negative, apologetic slant on events that were good. Show didnt feel celebratory. Some fabulous singers. Some poor. Unsure of who was portraying who sometimes.

N Reviewed on 26 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Full of energy and great fun

L Reviewed on 25 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Excellent show

L Reviewed on 23 October 2025 by
France

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so captivating. I loved it! The actors gave it all!

G Reviewed on 21 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Exhilarating

Loved , loved , loved my evening . It was a last min decision for me and I loved it .

J Reviewed on 18 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Toe Tapping

I wasn't too sure what to expect, but came away with a smile. This show captured you from the beginning with a very talented cast who were amazing from their accents, dancing and outstanding singing skills. The story had some hilarious parts in it with the Margaret Thatcher tiggling us all with her acting and humour. If you were a Band Aid fan you will enjoy this show, if you were a 80's music person, you will sing along (not too loudly) and tap your feet.

L Reviewed on 16 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Great show

S Reviewed on 15 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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A must see

V Reviewed on 15 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Amazing show - if you love the 80’s you’ll love it !

A Reviewed on 11 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Superb production

Excellent night out.True story which opens your eyes to know the amount of work involved to achieve so much for those in desperate need. Great cast of talented performers . Fantastic view from the stalls d12-15. Would recommend to anyone .

M Reviewed on 10 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Amazing cast, great vocals.

Whether you were around at the time of Live Aid or not, if you want to see a show with a great storyline, fantastic singing and musicians then Just for One Day is for you. We loved it!

S Reviewed on 09 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Great Music Memory

The Show brought back great memories from the 80's, a brilliant decade for wonderful Bands and their music. Good dancing as well made it a really enjoyable entertainment. Good seats and view too. Everything was good and highly recommended.

P Reviewed on 09 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Surprised and loved it!

Didn’t read any reviews so did know the storyline or what to expect. We just saw the long list of song titles. The storyline, music, singing and set were all excellent.

R Reviewed on 09 October 2025 by
United States Of America

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Couldn’t be any better

A Reviewed on 08 October 2025 by
Australia

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Great musical definitely recommend

L Reviewed on 07 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Great show

Husband wasn’t keen to see but enjoyed it very much and even said he would go again

J Reviewed on 07 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Nostalgia

A great portrayal of bandaid and live aid. Brilliant band. Great singing. A lot of swearing which fitted the story well but may be offensive to some people.

A Reviewed on 06 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Full on enjoyment

Second time watching the show - just loved the energy and full on reminiscing of that special day.

J Reviewed on 05 October 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Love the show

C Reviewed on 01 October 2025 by
United States Of America

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A must see for 80’s lovers

Very good production into the making of a historic event of the 80’s

D Reviewed on 29 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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amazing family fun

wow what a show just amazing the music from the 80s are just the best the way its sang and put together to tell the story would love to see it again

L Reviewed on 29 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Absorbing

The show had perfect timing with a clever use of the songs woven into the storyline.

S Reviewed on 28 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Nostalgic emotional rollercoaster

Great mix of story interlaced with great songs from the time. Would appeal especially to those who remember liveaid as well as younger music lovers.

M Reviewed on 25 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Big Big sound

This show is so moving, it needs to go on tour.

W Reviewed on 24 September 2025 by
Canada

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Absolutely loved this show

We all absolutely loved this show! From the start it brought back so many memories of this era. The music and singers were all amazing! Lived the comedy side of Bob & Maggie Thatcher. Also welled up a few times as so many emotions. We loved so much we will see again 10/10 standing ovation from everyone there! Says it all 👏👏👏

C Reviewed on 20 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Superb singers

Exceptional

J Reviewed on 20 September 2025 by
South Africa

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Brilliant

H Reviewed on 18 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Must See!

Show excellent but audience participation of singing along and dancing was not allowed which really frustrated myself and person l was with - spoiled it for us and l’m sure the majority of the audience!

E Reviewed on 17 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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popping!

Just for one day is a uplifting musical which teaches the next generation what it was like. I brought my son and he had been cynical about live aid but it taught him it mattered, people really tried to make a difference and we did!

D Reviewed on 16 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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One of the best musicals I’ve ever seen

Fabulous story, great music, amazing artists, beautiful theatre, highly recommended, not to be missed!

F Reviewed on 14 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Excellent show . But far too much swearing and crudeness which was totally unnecessary and added nothing to the show

M Reviewed on 12 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Great night out

Great show, I felt it was more of a concert than a musical but definitely recommend. Very lively great 80’s music.

J Reviewed on 11 September 2025 by
Jersey

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Brilliant

Told the story of live aid, lots of fond memories, went to the concert 40 years ago.

M Reviewed on 10 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Thoroughly enjoyed it.

J Reviewed on 07 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Simply amazing

The live aid concert is one of those events you remember exactly how you felt, where you have been and with whom. So the show got at us in a very unique and emotional way from beginning to end. Absolutely recommended!

G Reviewed on 06 September 2025 by
Spain

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Just brilliant

Fantastic lead and wonderful cast

J Reviewed on 05 September 2025 by
United Kingdom

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J Reviewed on 29 August 2025 by
Netherlands

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Great musical

S Reviewed on 29 August 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Must see!

Amazing singing and performances from all of the cast - loved it!

T Reviewed on 27 August 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Amazing show!

Amazing show! Full of classics songs, so much energy. We really loved this show!

A Reviewed on 25 August 2025 by
United Kingdom

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A must watch

The most enjoyable musical ever. The music. The humour. The acting. The singing. The pace. The discerning storytelling. I did not want it to end and I will definitely go to see it again.

M Reviewed on 23 August 2025 by
Spain

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The best show I’ve ever seen!

From start to finish this was the best show I’ve ever seen. Funny, moving and incredibly uplifting. The voices were outstanding. Can’t recommend highly enough!

G Reviewed on 23 August 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Just for One Day

Very entertaining and a wonderful look back at a time in history.

R Reviewed on 21 August 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Phenomenal show

Outstanding performance and reminding us nostalgic times when we watched and donated during the live aid concert.

C Reviewed on 19 August 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Fantastic entertainment from start to finish

The show was full of great music, great performances from the entire cast, full of energy and a nostalgic nod to the story it told.

D Reviewed on 19 August 2025 by
United Kingdom

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BRILLIANT!!!

Absolutely fantastic! We LOVED it. For anyone with younger children - just bear in mind Bob Geldoff could sometimes be a little ‘sweary’… 😂

C Reviewed on 19 August 2025 by
United Kingdom

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A most pleasant surprise!

I booked this for a birthday present for my partner, not feeling that sure if either of us would really enjoy it. Well …. We were both overwhelmed by it!! Really unsure how it was going to go at the beginning…. Turned out to be one of the best we have both seen in a while ( and we have seen a lot of West End shows!)…. Excellent casting songs storyline and choreography….!! Would highly recommend for anyone who like me might be a bit unsure…..Exceptional…..!!!!

J Reviewed on 18 August 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Absolutely mind blowing

Bob , Jemma were outstanding as was Jim and Marsha wow what a fantastic show and performances also shout out to the lady who played the woman from Africa between her and Jemma such outstanding voices

T Reviewed on 16 August 2025 by
United Arab Emirates

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it is fantastic

It is a must see - totally fantastic

H Reviewed on 13 August 2025 by
United Kingdom

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Amazing , nostalgic with brilliant music . Well done Bob Geldof 👏👏👏

P Reviewed on 11 August 2025 by
Ireland

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What a show

For everyone who has been watching on tv in 1985 and everyone else too! What a show! Great energy, good story and so much similarities with the news today. Go see this if you love music, especially from the 80-s.

E Reviewed on 11 August 2025 by
Netherlands

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