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MickeyJoTheatre

MickeyJoTheatre

Join Mickey-Jo from MickeyJoTheatre as he reviews the latest show from the West End, Broadway, Off-Broadway, Off-West End, Edinburgh Fringe and across the globe.As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 60,000

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00:39:59

Who will win at the OLIVIER Awards? | Predicting the...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/31

The 2025 Olivier Awards are less than a week away, and will once again celebrate an extraordinary year of achievement in West End and London Theatre.In today's video, Mickey-Jo and his stagey fiancé Aeron James are predicting which shows, performers and creatives will win and should win in a year that included the likes of OLIVER!, HELLO DOLLY!, THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON, KYOTO, THE YEARS, GIANT, STARLIGHT EXPRESS, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF,, and more.Check out today's new video for their

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00:20:38

Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors (Menier Chocolate...

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2025/03/25

Earlier this month, the hit Off-Broadway comedy Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors, opened at the Menier Chocolate Factory in London.Mickey-Jo first saw the show at New World Stages in New York, and was intrigued to pay a return visit.Check out this full review to find out what Mickey-Jo thought!•00:00 | introduction02:24 | synopsis / overview08:25 | changes / comedy13:32 | performances•About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new

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00:31:41

Why the new SNOW WHITE doesn't work (2025 Disney Film...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/23

One of the most divisive and talked about films in recent memory is SNOW WHITE, the Disney live action remake of the 1937 animated classic.The film stars Rachel Zegler as the titular princess alongside Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen, with new songs accompanying some of the original tunes, penned by Pasek and Paul.Check out this full film review to find out why Mickey-Jo was disappointed by this high profile new release...•00:00 | introduction02:05 | the original film04:37 | the tone07:33 | the love

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00:27:12

Which Broadway shows would Mickey-Jo see? (Next Week)...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/23

With so many new plays and musicals opening in New York City right now, it can be hard to choose which Broadway shows to see this Spring.With another trip to Broadway next week (surprise!) Mickey-Jo is letting you know which shows he will be seeing, which he is still considering, and which he plans to skip.Let Mickey-Jo know your thoughts on these new openings in the comments below, especially if you've seen any of them already.•00:00 | introduction02:34 | I have booked to see...06:32 | I want to

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00:46:46

Did Broadway like OPERATION MINCEMEAT? | A review...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/22

The Olivier Award winning musical OPERATION MINCEMEAT has finally opened on Broadway, which also means it has received a slate of reviews from New York Theatre Critics.With the show having publicly questioned whether or not they were 'too British for Broadway?' many eyes will be on these reviews to determine the answer to that question.Join Mcikey-Jo for a thorough roundup of some of the show's positive, mixed, and negative critical responses, and don't forget to share your own

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00:20:43

Edward II (Swan Theatre, RSC, Stratford-Upon-Avon) -...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/20

Mickey-Jo recently headed to Stratford upon Avon, home of the Royal Shakespeare Company, to see their new production of EDWARD II.The play, written by Christopher Marlowe, speculates about the reign of the troubled 14th century king, and his relationship with Piers Gaveston.Check out this full review for Mickey-Jo thoughts on the play, its queer themes, and this singularly passionate new staging starring co-artistic director Daniel Evans in the title role.•00:00 | introduction02:04 | overview /

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00:20:24

Why is MEAN GIRLS closing in the West End? | News...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/20

Earlier today, the West End production of MEAN GIRLS announced it would play its final performance at the Savoy Theatre on 8th June 2025, after around a year of performances.With the show having played a shorter run than the original Broadway production of the musical, Mickey-Jo is asking why such a commercial show hasn't been more successful.Plus, stay tuned until the end to find out which two musicals are rumoured to be heading to the Savoy Theatre...•00:00 | introduction02:36 | background /

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00:26:27

Clueless The Musical (Trafalgar Theatre, West End) -...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/18

The iconic film CLUELESS has finally arrived in the West End, as a major new stage musical at the Trafalgar Theatre.The show features an original score from KT Tunstall and Glenn Slater and offers nostalgic 90s vibes alongside the film's iconic quotes and costumes.Check out what Mickey-Jo thought about the West End's latest show in this full review...•00:00 | introduction02:08 | overview07:30 | synopsis / storytelling12:37 | script / score17:27 | direction / design20:54 | performances•About

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00:34:06

Are theatre tickets too expensive?! | The reality...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/17

It was recently announced that the new Broadway production of OTHELLO set a Broadway box office record, with a weekly gross of $2,818,297.With some ticket prices for the play, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, rising to $921, we have to ask this question, is this a remarkable achievement, or an indictment of an industry heading towards an inaccessibly expensive future?Inspired by this, Mickey-Jo is igniting a difficult conversation about ticket prices, when premium packages can be

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00:25:05

How Rachel Zegler got cast in EVITA | The rumours and...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/14

It has been announced that Rachel Zegler will star as Eva Peron in the upcoming West End revival of EVITA, to be directed by Jamie Lloyd at the London Palladium.With stars including Lady Gaga, Ariana Debose and Nicole Scherzinger previously rumoured for this production, the news of its official casting has been eagerly anticipated.Check out today's theatre news recap for insights into how we got here, as well as Mickey-Jo's thoughts on the casting and the other rumoured names he'd

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00:31:19

Who was snubbed by the OLIVIER AWARDS? | Shows,...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/14

The nominations were recently announced for the 2025 Laurence Olivier Awards, celebrating the best of the last year of West End and London Theatre.This year saw nominations for musicals including FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, STARLIGHT EXPRESS, OLIVER!, THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON and NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 as well as plays such as KYOTO, THE YEARS, GIANT, OEDIPUS and THE FEAR OF 13.In this new video Mickey-Jo is talking through this year's snubs: the performers, creatives

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00:31:52

Eureka Day and English (Broadway) - ★★★★★ REVIEWS

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/12

During Mickey-Jo's most recent trip to New York, he saw a handful of Broadway shows including two of the best plays he'd seen in a while.The first was EUREKA DAY, by Jonathan Spector, at the Friedman Theatre, and the second was ENGLISH, by Sanaz Toossi, at the Todd Haimes Theatre.Check out what he thought of each of these brilliant, contemporary plays, and what they had in common with each other...•00:00 | introduction02:00 | Eureka Day16:04 | English•get in person / live stream tickets to

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00:21:25

White Rose (Marylebone Theatre, London) - ★★ REVIEW

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/11

Mickey-Jo was recently invited to see the UK premiere of the new musical WHITE ROSE, which documents an important historical chapter about resistance during the second World War.The show, which was previously seen Off-Broadway stars Collette Guitart (& Juliet, Why Am I So Single?) and Tobias Turley (Heathers, Mamma Mia!) as Sophie and Hans Scholl, two young German students who stood bravely against fascism.Check out Mickey-Jo's full review to find out why this musical falls short of its

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00:28:30

The Seagull starring Cate Blanchett (Barbican...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/08

One of this week's biggest London Theatre openings was a new adaptation of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL at the Barbican Centre, directed snd co-written by Thomas Ostermeier alongside Duncan Macmillan.The production's starry ensemble cast includes Cate Blanchett, Tom Burke, Jason Watkins, Emma Corrin, Priyanga Burford, Zachary Hart, Paul Higgins, Tanya Reynolds, Paul Bazely, and Kodi Smit-McPhee.Check out this full review to find out how Mickey-Jo responded to this challenging, and

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00:23:22

Sophie-Rose Middleton (Starlight Express, Cats, Six)...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/08

While Mickey-Jo was in Bochum, Germany to watch the iconic, long-running production of STARLIGHT EXPRESS, he had the chance to meet one of its stars. Sophie-Rose Middleton is a British actress who currently stars in the German language production as Pearl, and has previously been seen in the international tour of CATS as well as SIX: THE MUSICAL and KIN.Check out what she had to say about rising to the challenge of doing a show on wheels in another language, as well as some revelations about how

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00:27:19

Death Becomes Her (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, Broadway) -...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/07

On Mickey-Jo's two recent visits to New York, he saw the new Broadway musical comedy DEATH BECOMES HER twice, and he's finally ready to tell you why.The show, based on the 1992 cult classic film, stars Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Christopher Sieber, and Michelle Williams in the roles played on screen by Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn, Bruce Willis, and Isabella Rossellini.Check out this full review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on the show, how it gives back to the queer community, and which

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00:26:23

THE GREATEST SHOWMAN musical is coming | When is the...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/06

On Wednesday 5 March, it was reported by Baz Bamigboye for Deadline that the long anticipated stage musical adaptation of THE GREATEST SHOWMAN would finally receive its world premiere production in 2026.The show, produced by Disney Theatrical, will first be seen at Bristol Hippodrome, after an extensive London workshop last year and ahead of a presumably bright future in the West End and on Broadway, though plans for this are currently unconfirmed.In today's theatre news recap we're talking

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00:26:53

The biggest shocks from the OLIVIER nominations | A...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/05

On Tuesday 4th March at 12pm, the nominations for the 2025 Olivier Awards were announced, celebrating the best of the last year of London Theatre.The announcements were filled with plenty of surprises, from unexpected frontrunners to shocking omissions, and a few more reasons Mickey-Jo was taken aback.Check out this recap of the biggest surprises from the newly announced nominations and share your thoughts about them in the comments!•00:00 | introduction03:34 | Jamie Muscato - leading?!06:38 | 13

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00:20:06

Alterations (Lyttelton Theatre, National Theatre,...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/04

Mickey-Jo recently headed to the National Theatre in London to see their latest production, a new staging of Michael Abbensetts' ALTERATIONS.The play stars Arinzé Kene and is directed by Lynette Linton in its largest ever staging, with additional material contributed by Trish Cooke.Check out this new review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this production, its performances, and what it has to say about immigration, identity, and the black experience in 1970s Britain.•00:00 | introduction02:19 |

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00:27:21

Carrie Hope Fletcher (Calamity Jane, Cinderella,...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/03/01

After three years of manifesting this interview, Mickey-Jo finally had the chance to sit down with Carrie Hope Fletcher.Currently starring in the UK and Ireland Tour of CALAMITY JANE, Carrie Hope Fletcher is known to many for her hugely popular YouTube channel as well as her stage performances as Éponine and Fantine in LES MISÉRABLES, Veronica in HEATHERS, and as the original star of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CINDERELLA.Check out this full interview to find out what they talked about moments after

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