Phil Willmott
17 Dec
Reviews 
Review: THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE at the National Theatre
By Phil Willmott Tuesday, December 17 2019, 22:29
It’s rare that a production is so magical that I forget I'm sitting in a theatre, forget I'm there to analyse and assess it, and get completely swept up in the story.
That happened in the first half of this stage adaptation of the popular novel by Neil Gaiman, the current fantasy author of choice, as adapted by Joel Horwood.
Samuel Blenkin in The Ocean at the End of the Lane
16 Dec
Reviews
Review: AMELIE at the Other Palace Theatre
By Phil Willmott Monday, December 16 2019, 11:41
I'm not sure of the science behind this but pretty much all of us, at one time or another need a hug. And this delightful musical is the theatrical equivalent.
The setting is a story-book France at the end of the last century where you’re never far from an accordion solo and everyone treats life’s ups and down with a good natured shrug.
15 Dec
News
Our Guide to Which West End Theatre Tickets Make the Best Presents for Your Loved Ones
By Phil Willmott Sunday, December 15 2019, 16:21
Theatre tickets can make great last minute Christmas presents and can be enjoyed throughout the year but how do you choose the perfect show for the loved ones in your life?
Here’s our run down of the week’s top selling productions in London, with a guide to who might enjoy them most.
02 Dec
Reviews
Review: WOLF OF WALL STREET at Stratton Oakmont EC2
By Phil Willmott Monday, December 2 2019, 12:03
Mention The Wolf Of Wall Street, and Martin Scorsese's Oscar nominated film with Leonardo DiCaprio in the title role springs to mind. It's the true story of New York stockbroker, Julian Belfort, who over ten years made millions through corruption and fraud, and spent it all. By the age of 36 Belfort was a federal convict.
25 Nov
News
EVAN HANSEN or & JULIET? Whatever your mood tonight there’s a West End musical to suit you
By Phil Willmott Monday, November 25 2019, 11:14
Two major musicals opened last week DEAR EVAN HANSEN and & JULIET. There couldn’t be two more different shows and it really does prove there’s a West End musical for you, whatever your mood.
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