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In Top Hat, the performers were brilliant. They had me completely engaged in the show, laughing, humming, toe-tapping, and feeling as if we had time-warped back to the ’40’s with their costumes, blonde bombshells, slim jim ties and tails, timeless witty quips, and the magic of tap.

The music was brilliantly sung and composed. If I’d consumed another 3 or 4 glasses of wine, I perhaps would have started dancing cheek to cheek in the aisle, not missing a step. During intermission, the audience was treated to an open cash bar, souvenir trolleys and a chance to freshen up. Of course loving the production, I ensured my souvenir magnet was purchased.

After the show, all I could hear was a chorus of satisfied commentary while leaving the venue, agreeing with my thoughts that this had to be one of the most entertaining productions currently on Broadway and how there should be more of this type of show available to see.

The Beautiful Theatres

London is a step above the rest when it comes to bringing the best thespians to the best venues! There is no shortage of beautiful stages for these guys to showcase their incredible talents. These are our five favourites:

London Palladium

I particularly loved seeing the famous Palladium. Now, both times I ventured to this beautiful theatre nothing was playing ( I missed Cats by a week! sigh), but I was psyched to see it in person as this theatre has been hosting productions for over 100 years. It is one of the most famous theatres in the entire city and was featured in many TV shows worldwide, including one of my favourites, I Love Lucy. Currently, this beautiful theatre is showing the popular Wind in the Willows! A great show for the whole family.

The Cambridge Theatre

What a beautiful venue for Broadway! Built in 1930, this theatre located just a brief walk from Covent Garden, is a favourite for theatre-goers. I had the pleasure of seeing the production of Roald Dahl’s classic Matilda while in London. Indeed a memorable musical of fun, laughter, and impressive sets! With Dahl’s centenary last year, you can only imagine how popular this show was and continues to be for audiences every day.

 

 

St. Martin’s Theatre

Open for just over 100 years, the St. Martin’s Theatre is one of the most famous theatres in all of London thanks to its record-breaking play, Agatha Christie’s Whodunit, Mousetrap, the longest running production in the world.

Now, just like many others, I ask, how does a play last over 60 years in the business and continue to bring audiences together for an evening of mystery and intrigue? Well, you cannot go wrong with a murder mystery penned by Christie, coupled with gifted actors (400+ over the 60-year run), and a plot keeping you on your toes.

One thing I did find quite impressive was the sign greeting guests to the show indicating the performance number you were experiencing. The numbers are in the 25,000’s at this point and visitors cannot help but snap a photo. Do check it out.

It is a fun evening with a show requiring concentration and a bit of a sense of humour as you listen to the dialogue of characters trapped within a guesthouse, murderer among them! Let the intrigue unfold….

Princess of Wales Theatre

This beautiful theatre just around the corner of Leicester Square has been entertaining guests for 80 years. With a capacity of 1100, this theatre is currently hosting the incredibly hilarious show Book of Mormon. For a satirical and colourful afternoon of laughter and dialogue that truly pushes the envelope, head here. You won’t be disappointed. For more details on this show check out our review here.

 

The Globe Theatre

If you haven’t been to the Globe theatre, do check it out for your fill of the bard. Located near the Borough Markets on the other side of the Thames, William Shakespeare’s plays are performed daily in this unique theatrical venue. Enjoy the classic soliloquies you were forced to recite in school by professionals aspiring to be the next Sire Laurence Olivier for as low as £5 a ticket! At the moment, Romeo and Juliet as well as Twelfth Night are gracing the stage giving guests both comedy and tragedy options. For more about William Shakespeare and his literary life and how is historical plays came to be, check out our review on his birthplace, Stratford-Upon-Avon here.

 

The theatre district is definitely a must on any London holiday, but particularly special for romantic getaways. Even if you aren’t a big fan of musicals per say, there are so many other options for you to choose from as plays, concerts, revues, stand-up comedy, and more. Each production brings a magical time and escape from the everyday drudge. No show is alike, and therefore, no night on the town will be either. Dress it up, expect to be mesmerized, and sing along, letting the evening flow just like the witty dialogue.

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