Troubadour Theatre - Wembley
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Andrew Lloyd Webber's unique musical, performed entirely on roller skates, returns to London after forty years.
4.8 197 reviews from 197 verified reviews- Booking until: Sunday, 19 April 2026
- Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 15min interval.
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Starlight Express in London
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical Starlight Express is back in London! A brand new production of the old favourite on stage in a purpose-built, specially designed Starlight Auditorium at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre venue.
A fresh new production of Starlight Express
The original production of Starlight Express wowed audiences at the Apollo Victoria Theatre in 1984, directed by Trevor Nunn and choreographed by Arlene Phillips. It ran for more than seven thousand four hundred performances before closing in early 2002. Billed as a fully immersive audience experience of speed, song and storytelling, it’s wonderful to see it back.
This is the second musical produced by Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals, a fresh new partnership between Andrew Lloyd Webber and the respected West End producer Michael Harrison.
The Story of Starlight Express
The plot focuses on a child’s train set that comes to magical life, keen to become the world’s fastest train. But until he hears the legend of the Starlight Express, little Rusty has very little hope of winning the prize and winning the heart of the lovely first class carriage called Pearl.
A cast of forty people will zoom above and around the audience on roller skates as they sing their hearts out to classic Lloyd Webber tunes like 'AC/DC', 'Only He', 'Make Up My Heart', 'Light at the End of the Tunnel' and of course the iconic 'Starlight Express' itself.
Starlight Express cast and creative team
The cast for Starlight Express includes Jeevan Braich as Rusty, Kayna Montecillo as Pearl, Jade Marvin as Momma McCoy, Al Knott as Greaseball, Eve Humphrey as Dinah and Tom Pigram as Electra.
They are joined by Jamie Addison, Jessie Angell, Ollie Augustin, Charles Butcher, Renz Cardenas, Catherine Cornwall, Jamie Cruttenden, Kelly Downing, Isaac Edwards, Asher Forth, Sam Gallacher, Lucy Glover, Pablo Gómez Jones, Scott Hayward, Lilianna Hendy, Dante Hutchinson, Lewis Kidd, Hannah Kiss, Oscar Kong, Emily Martinez, Deearna Mclean, Marianthe Panas, David Peter-Brown, Harrison Peterkin, RED, Bethany Rose-Lythgoe, Charlie Russell, Gary Sheridan, Jessica Vaux, Jaydon Vijn, Lara Vina Uzcatia, and Ashlyn Weekes.
The young actors are Shaniyah Abrahams, Cristian Buttaci, Barnaby Halliwell, and Mimi Soetan.
The creative team for this exciting new production will be led by acclaimed director Luke Sheppard (&Juliet, The Little Big Things), set designer Tim Hatley (Back to the Future), costume designer Gabriella Slade (SIX), video designer Andrzej Goulding (Life of Pi), lighting designer Howard Hudson (&Juliet) and sound designer Gareth Owen (MJ The Musical). Arlene Phillips who has been involved with the musical since its initial and first opening in London back in 1984 will be the creative dramaturg. Starlight Express will feature new orchestrations and musical supervision by Matthew Brind.
Next Performances for Starlight Express at the Troubadour Theatre - Wembley
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Starlight Express Ticket Information
- Booking until:
Sunday, 19 April 2026
- Running time:
2hr 30min. Incl. 15min interval.
- Age restrictions
All Ages. All children under 16 must have a valid ticket and be accompanied by an adult. Children under 3 will not be admitted.
- Important Information
Starlight Express features roller-skating on tracks close to the audience, pyrotechnics, flashing and strobe lighting effects, haze, simulated sparks, flame & smoke effects, and some loud sound effects.
- Cancellations & Refunds
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The seating plan for Starlight Express has:
- 1st Class Carriage Seats: these seats are close to the racing track. Entry to and from seats will be limited and restricted at times.
- Platform Seats: these seats are also close to the racing track. Entry to and from seats will be limited and restricted at times.
- Trackside Seats, (except GG1-2 and GG54-55): you are seated in an elevated section close to the top of the racing track. Entry and exit will be limited & restricted at times.
- Locomotive: the front of this section is close to the racing track. Entry to and from section will be restricted at times.
- Trackside Seats GG1-2 and GG54-55: these seats have a slightly restricted view of the upstage area. Seated in a section close to the race track. Entry to and from seats limited at times.
- Locomotive Seats Q26-29: these seats are not recommended for children as a railing may obstruct views.
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Starlight Express reviews
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- Recommended for:
- Families (97%)
- Teenagers (90%)
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Latest customer reviews
All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing Starlight Express.
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SpectacularAn amazing show. Out of this world costumes, staging, lighting and sound. The speed and making abilities of the cast was dramatic and impressive. Some of the singing was a bit off key but i could live with it as the rest of the show was spectacular. I could definitely have done without the child performer. Her voice was hard on the ears and just in general I didn't enjoy her. I am sure her part in the storyline was necessary however with the overall magic - the amazing lighting and staging, there must be some other way to get around having her there. No matter where you sit in the theatre you have a comfortable seat. This is my 2nd visit and both times I sat in the Locomotive section which I believe gives the best view of the whole performance.
S Reviewed on 29 November 2025 by Sharon
United Kingdom
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Brilliant! Creative! Absorbing!We had a good view of all the action. Very enjoyable
M Reviewed on 25 November 2025 by Mary
United Kingdom
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The best musical I have seen in years!A complete joy from start to finish. The songs, the staging, the lighting, the costumes, the performers- all 5*. A MUST SEE!
C Reviewed on 22 November 2025 by Charlotte
United Kingdom
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Excellent, clever, exciting!Fantastic show, music was amazing, theme was clever and the roller skaters were excellent
R Reviewed on 17 November 2025 by Ruth
United Kingdom
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Five starsC Reviewed on 15 November 2025 by Catherine
United Kingdom
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A treat for the sensesA bombastic and bonkers show in the best way. Cast were fabulous and I had a blast
L Reviewed on 11 November 2025 by Luke
United Kingdom
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ImpressiveGreat entertainment. Very good acting, music, costumes and story. We liked it a lot!
C Reviewed on 07 November 2025 by Cecilie
Denmark
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Amazing theatrics! Loved every moment!
A Reviewed on 06 November 2025 by Aisha
United Kingdom
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Amazing costumes and singerslWorth seeing
J Reviewed on 31 October 2025 by Jean
United Kingdom
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Amazing show. So lively and colourful.We didn’t realize before attending that there is a restaurant connecting with the theatre which we found my accident and it was very good. The only small negative was that in the beginning of the show the words were “shouted” which made it slightly difficult to understand but as the show progressed it became easier. We did have a small delay a little way into the show with technical problem with the track but this was dealt with quickly and efficiently. Highly recommend. Amazing skating talents.
M Reviewed on 25 October 2025 by Maureen
United Kingdom
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Absolutely fantastic, perfect and sensationalAbsolutely fantastic, perfect and sensational Even a break for a technical hitch did not detract from this. These things happen. Cast - be proud.
M Reviewed on 19 October 2025 by Mark
United Kingdom
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Great fun for the familyJ Reviewed on 19 October 2025 by Josephine
United Kingdom
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A colourful,uplifting musicalD Reviewed on 18 October 2025 by Diana
United Kingdom
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Amazing showThe show was absolutely amazing. Just brilliant. Action pack, fun, energetic. Great music. Beautiful story line. I would diffently go again. All the performers were just brilliant. What amazing experience.
W Reviewed on 17 October 2025 by Wendy
United Kingdom
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Amazing Costumes and lightingWe were slightly cold - possibly because we were right by the stage and the actors probably need it not to be warm. The costumes were brilliant as was the lighting and the choreography.
P Reviewed on 09 October 2025 by Paul
United Kingdom
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Fantastic show5 stars! Beautiful set design, dazzling costumes, fantastic acting and singing. This is a real treat of a musical.
C Reviewed on 28 September 2025 by Cara
United Kingdom
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Excellent showThe show was as great as it was when I saw it forty years ago when it first came to London.
L Reviewed on 26 September 2025 by Louise
United Kingdom
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Very good, costumes and colour with wall of musical sound
P Reviewed on 25 September 2025 by Paul
United Kingdom
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Excellent!We saw this show when it first came out almost 40 years ago. Good to se it back -- very good. Loved the story, action and music!
J Reviewed on 25 September 2025 by James
United States Of America
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Brilliant and Highly recommendB Reviewed on 18 September 2025 by Ben
Cambodia
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It is a kind of nonsens story but you forget all about that because of the energy, music and speed. The pace makes it impossible not to be captivated and enthusiastic and the singers and skaters are fantastic. Great songs, great show.
C Reviewed on 17 September 2025 by Cecilie
Sweden
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Wow factorM Reviewed on 14 September 2025 by Mark
United Kingdom
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Great spectacle for kids!I took my just turned 5 year old and they were engrossed from beginning to end (even if they didn’t follow all the detail). The show is larger than life, great set pieces and engaging music - and the rollerskates are so novel that it’s amazing to watch!
H Reviewed on 13 September 2025 by Hanna
United Kingdom
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A brilliant happy show, would definitely recommend to anyoneSuch a brilliant show, was brilliant from the beginning to the end Had excellent seats, would recommend these seats saw everything going on.
D Reviewed on 04 September 2025 by Denise
United Kingdom
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WonderfulM Reviewed on 03 September 2025 by Marc
Netherlands
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Starlight ExpressGreat show for all. Myself and 11 year old daughter went to see it. Everyone from security, bar staff, helpers were all very friendly. Just make sure you take snacks as the drinks and food/ice cream is very expensive.
Z Reviewed on 02 September 2025 by Zoe
United Kingdom
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Amazing 👏Everything about this show is amazing. The talented actors, the music, the story telling.
J Reviewed on 26 August 2025 by Julie
United Kingdom
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excellent showwell recommend it. worth the money. The show was fantastic everything from the actors, music, and the set all were excellent. Well done to everyone that was in it
C Reviewed on 23 August 2025 by Claire
United Kingdom
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great funE Reviewed on 19 August 2025 by Elizabeth
United Kingdom
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Fabulous show but deafeningly too loud!A fabulous visual spectacle, exciting and great fun. However, the sound/music level was far beyond any accpetable decibel level. Was dangerously loud. So glad I always carry good ear plugs!. Could not have coped without. I like loud but this was way over the top. Carry your own ear plugs or ask for ear defenders at the box office for yourself or your kids.
D Reviewed on 18 August 2025 by Donna
United Kingdom
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AmazingJ Reviewed on 14 August 2025 by Julie
United Kingdom
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Amazing display, seating good a layout . Safety aspect thought out.An amazing show for any age group. Colourful , interesting display of lights. Great music and acting . Well worth the money we paid.
R Reviewed on 11 August 2025 by Rita
United Kingdom
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BrilliantAn absolutely fantastic show, full of colour and great songs. Suitable for all. Easy access to the theatre and to seats. All staff very helpful and friendly. Enough toilets too and kept clean. Only one downside is the merchandise on sale, quite expensive including the programme, we declined to buy any on seeing the charge.
J Reviewed on 09 August 2025 by John
United Kingdom
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So disappointedSeen the original show at least 6 times and loved it. This was so disappointing. Why why why turn the red blooded male that was Greaseball into a butch female. You ripped the heart out of it
K Reviewed on 18 July 2025 by Kathlyn
United Kingdom
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Starlight experienceThis was an action packed show. You need eyes in the back of your head as the fast paced action is everywhere. We sat on EE1&2, will sit there again when we next book i am over 6 foot and the legroomwas great with space to spare, but every seat had a good view. Not recommended for the very young, 8 and over I would think.
I Reviewed on 18 July 2025 by Ian
United Kingdom
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AmazingSo vibrant. Loved the young Controller actor. Brilliant.
J Reviewed on 17 July 2025 by Jennifer
United Kingdom
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FantasticG Reviewed on 13 July 2025 by Graham
United Kingdom
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Just Amazing!Had an amazing evening. Show was fabulous - even better than I remember from years ago. The cast were fabulous and the special affects nothing short of exceptional! Can’t wait to see again!
D Reviewed on 10 July 2025 by David
United Kingdom
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What a blast (choo choo....)costumes, cast, music and the amazing setting in the middle of the action. Well doneè!! (if you do not like it loud and with plenty of lighting action - it may not be the event for you - however...)
A Reviewed on 07 July 2025 by Andy
Switzerland
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ScintillatingWe loved every minute of this incredible energetic lively performance
M Reviewed on 04 July 2025 by Marilyn
South Africa
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Spectacular performance, very differentM Reviewed on 03 July 2025 by May
United Kingdom
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AmazingC Reviewed on 03 July 2025 by Carolyn
United Kingdom
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What a experuenceWe travelled from Ireland to see this amazing show my daughter my son and me dad amazing what an energetic performance apsoutely brillant well done to all involved
J Reviewed on 30 June 2025 by John
Ireland
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ModernExcellent family show but just found the music and sound a bit loud.
R Reviewed on 29 June 2025 by Rosemarie
United Kingdom
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A wonderful afternoonThe show was as magical with my grandchildren as with their parents almost 40 years ago!
D Reviewed on 28 June 2025 by Di
United Kingdom
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WonderfulM Reviewed on 26 June 2025 by Mike
United Kingdom
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UpliftingH Reviewed on 26 June 2025 by Heidi
United Kingdom
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Starlight Excess !!Terrific show...action packed...great music
C Reviewed on 21 June 2025 by Colin
United Kingdom
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Must seeP Reviewed on 19 June 2025 by Patricia
United Kingdom
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Fantastic! Music, singing, dancing and roller skating with magical costumes and special effects. WOW 🤩
J Reviewed on 12 June 2025 by Josephine
Bahamas
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StarlightWhat an excellent show , a lot of hard work was put in, it was great. Thanks
S Reviewed on 05 June 2025 by Stephen
United Kingdom
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slick,totally mesmerising.Absolutely amazing.Saw it when it first came out in 80/90s and enjoyed this performance every bit as much as then.Hope it stays for quite a while.Well down to everyone involved to bring this incredible musical back to London.
J Reviewed on 02 June 2025 by Jane
United Kingdom
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Awesome!As a family of 3 (ages 12-49), we all loved it. Would thoroughly recommend.
H Reviewed on 30 May 2025 by Helen
United Kingdom
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Great funGreat lighting and costumes, there are genuinely no bad seats and we would recommend sitting in the locomotive where you can see all the action.
I Reviewed on 29 May 2025 by Ian
United Kingdom
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ExcellentL Reviewed on 29 May 2025 by Linda
United Kingdom
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PerfectionNot one dull moment, on the edge of your seat. Fabulous
L Reviewed on 26 May 2025 by Lyndsey
United Kingdom
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Fabulous funGreat action throughout. Very enjoyable. A great musical just to lose yourself in watching the skating and listening to the music.
C Reviewed on 25 May 2025 by Christopher
United Kingdom
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Great show great castM Reviewed on 18 May 2025 by Michael
Germany
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Excellent showA brilliant colourful show with amazing performances and fun to watch.
A Reviewed on 16 May 2025 by Alpa
United Kingdom
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an absolute marvel of modern theaterL Reviewed on 13 May 2025 by Lynn
United States Of America
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A spectacular rideA full on singing, skating, costume, racing extravaganza. There are no bad seats in this theatre so you'll see all the action - which keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish!
N Reviewed on 11 May 2025 by Nicola
United Kingdom
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Starlight expressAmazing show , absolutely excellent A must go and see, Great theatre ,
D Reviewed on 10 May 2025 by David
United Kingdom
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A modern take on a classic!P Reviewed on 08 May 2025 by Peter
United Kingdom
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I saw the original production at the Victoria Palace. This production was great
S Reviewed on 03 May 2025 by Shirley
United Kingdom
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Star QualityAbsolutely incredible! We loved every second! Truly beautiful performers and so talented!
D Reviewed on 03 May 2025 by Danielle
United Kingdom
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What a Show!!!This show is just amazing! The energy of the cast, the Orchestra, lighting, sound. The whole production was spellbinding!
P Reviewed on 27 April 2025 by Pauline
United Kingdom
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An Unplanned Absolute DelightThis was a spur of the moment decision to see this show. I was blown away by the wonderful show. Great actors won the audience over in the first 5 minutes. Go see it!
C Reviewed on 24 April 2025 by Chris
United Kingdom
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One of the best modern musicalsZ Reviewed on 23 April 2025 by Zack
United Kingdom
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Must seeM Reviewed on 20 April 2025 by Marcel
Switzerland
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ExcitingY Reviewed on 20 April 2025 by Yvonne
United Kingdom
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A superb recreation of this 1984 clayWow, wonderful in every way
F Reviewed on 20 April 2025 by Frazer
United Kingdom
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Amazing!! Highly recommendW Reviewed on 13 April 2025 by Wayne
United Kingdom
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EnthusiasticThe show was enthusiastic, colorful with great performances
G Reviewed on 11 April 2025 by Gail
United Kingdom
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AwesomeBrilliant
D Reviewed on 07 April 2025 by David
United Kingdom
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Must seeRight from the start it was a fantastic experience. All the actors and actress were brilliant. The lighting and visual effects were amazing. Definitely worth seeing.
R Reviewed on 06 April 2025 by Roz
United Kingdom
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Great show!L Reviewed on 05 April 2025 by Lorna
United Kingdom
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ExcellentOne off the bucket list and not disappointed
J Reviewed on 30 March 2025 by Juliann
United Kingdom
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An absolute MUST see!S Reviewed on 30 March 2025 by Stephen
United Kingdom
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Updated yet lost some of the original content. Costumes between train too similar for new audience to follow clearly.Absolutely loved the show. Yet I've seen original production 20 times back in the day. The technology was a big plus. Story line and character changes lost some of the meaning. Yet an amazing production for the newcomers. Venue was 90% the show.
M Reviewed on 27 March 2025 by Matthew
United Kingdom
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WonderfulAbsolutely wonderful seen it before and would see it again
P Reviewed on 24 March 2025 by Pauline
United Kingdom
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Starlight Sensation!Saw this show 34 years ago and again yesterday. Absolutely incredible, everything about it was spectacular, being so close to the action felt like you were part of it. Actors were superb, costumes, even close up, mind blowing creations. Well done to all, a very special production. Love to see again!
C Reviewed on 21 March 2025 by Carol
Australia
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Amazing spectacleA real show - the skating plus costume and staging is mesmerising
S Reviewed on 09 March 2025 by Sarah
United Kingdom
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Fantastic revival !Loved this show the first time , but this production was outstanding , would highly recommend.
C Reviewed on 08 March 2025 by Ceri
United Kingdom
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Great dancing on rollerskates and great decorP Reviewed on 06 March 2025 by Patricia
Netherlands
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BrilliantG Reviewed on 02 March 2025 by Gillian
United Kingdom
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AwesomGreat show. Not a huge venue so didn’t feel super busy although all seats were full. My only criticism would be we ordered interval drinks which we literally left on the side. Anyone could’ve have taken them or added something.
J Reviewed on 23 February 2025 by Jenny
United Kingdom
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Absolutely amazingWow what an amazing show. It felt like you were apart of the show. Absolutely wonderful xx
G Reviewed on 22 February 2025 by Gary
United Kingdom
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FantasticJ Reviewed on 22 February 2025 by Jackie
United Kingdom
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BrilliantK Reviewed on 20 February 2025 by Keith
United Kingdom
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Best show everA show that as everything
A Reviewed on 17 February 2025 by Alan
United Kingdom
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Breath-taking and emotionalSeen the brilliant West-end original in 1984 and was very excited to see this new version too. It is outstanding and I defy anyone not to love it!
J Reviewed on 15 February 2025 by John
United Kingdom
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Breathtaking experience.You felt you were part of the show. Always something to watch.
J Reviewed on 14 February 2025 by Jim
United Kingdom
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First class in every respect!P Reviewed on 13 February 2025 by Peter
United Kingdom
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Unconventional but beautifulExciting 'fairytale' beautifully segged into an intriguing grown up story with moral undertones.
A Reviewed on 13 February 2025 by Andrew
United Kingdom
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Wow! A must see for all ages.J Reviewed on 12 February 2025 by Jon
United Kingdom
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Very goodVery entertaining and good views.
P Reviewed on 12 February 2025 by Patricia Ann
United Kingdom
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Toot tootIt was the most remarkable theactrical experience I have ever witnessed. The technology was out of this world blended with exceptional acting singing and athleticism of the highest order Proud to witness and enjoy in an English theatre
D Reviewed on 02 February 2025 by Douglas
United Kingdom
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A visual treat.C Reviewed on 02 February 2025 by Catherine
Portugal
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LightingP Reviewed on 01 February 2025 by Paul
United Kingdom
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A must see!!!So exciting to watch. High energy fun for all to enjoy.
A Reviewed on 31 January 2025 by Andrew
United Kingdom
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