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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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27:02

How casting made OH, MARY! a hit | The secret behind...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/09/07

The hit Broadway comedy play, created by Cole Escola, went from a downtown success at the Lucille Lortel Theatre to a sold-out, Tony Award winning juggernaut that continues to be one of New York's hottest tickets.Much of its ongoing success, after the stellar original performance of Cole Escola, can be attributed to the show's brilliant casting of replacement stars, including Betty Gilpin, Tituss Burgess, and Jinkx Monsoon.With Jane Krakowski newly announced as Broadway's next Mary Todd Lincoln,

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21:43

Is HEATHERS coming back to London? | News of the...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/09/02

The musical HEATHERS, based on the 1988 cult film, announced yesterday that it would be launching a new US and UK Tour, as well as visiting Australia and New Zealand.The show, which is currently playing at New World Stages off-Broadway, will visit most of these theatres for the very first time as it reaches more fans around the globe.Check out this theatre news recap to find out what Mickey-Jo thinks of the show, this exciting news, and the possibility Heathers will be returning to London next

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30:28

Why is a Broadway musical getting sued? | How the...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/09/01

The new musical WANTED (formerly titled Gun & Powder) is being sued by the actress Ciara Renée before it has even arrived on Broadway.Renée, who starred in the pre-Broadway production of the show at Paper Mill Playhouse, alleges that she has been recast for the upcoming transfer, while the pmusical's producers allege that she failed to effectively collaborate and take direction during the developmental run.Share your thoughts below as I talk through this case, the prior examples it echoes and

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24:50

Interview (Riverside Studios, London) - ★★★ REVIEW

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/31

A few days ago, Mickey-Jo saw INTERVIEW at Riverside Studios, a new play based on the Dutch film.The production stars Robert Sean Leonard and Paten Hughes as a political journalist and an influencer turned actress.Check out this full review to find out what Mickey-Jo thought of the show...• 00:00 | introduction01:49 | context / narrative10:46 | themes / creative choices17:54 | performancesAbout Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering

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36:35

The Hunchback of Notre Dame in Concert (Prince Edward...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/29

After years of anticipation, the stage adaptation of Disney's THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME finally received its professional premiere, with a concert production at the Prince Edward Theatre in London.The production starred Ben Joyce and Oliver Hewing as Quasimodo, Christine Allado as Esmeralda, Zachary James as Frollo, Dex Lee as Phoebus, and Adam Strong as Clopin.Check out this full review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on the concert performance as well as the adaptation of this beloved animated

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23:57

KPOP DEMON HUNTERS on stage?! | Could the viral...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/28

The Netflix movie KPop Demon Hunters has recently become the streaming service's most successful of any genre, with multiple top 10 songs in the Billboard Hot 100 charts.With such unanticipated global success, Netflix are reportedly considering options for developing the film into a franchise, as well as the potential of a full stage musical.In today's video, Mickey-Jo is considering whether or not a stage musical adaptation would be possible and successful in an increasingly challenging Broadway

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28:09

Every Brilliant Thing (@sohoplace Theatre, West End)...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/26

The internationally acclaimed play EVERY BRILLIANT THING has finally arrived in the West Ens after more than a decade, and is playing a limited run from this summer at @sohoplace. The play, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe, recounts the many fantastic experiences which make life worth living in the face of demoralising mental health, and is performed with extensive participation from the audience.Check out this full review to find out why Mickey-Jo adores this play which he first fell

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22:52

Fat Ham (Swan Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company,...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/25

The Pulitzer Prize-winning play FAT HAM, by James Ijames, seen on Broadway in 2023, is making its UK Premiere at the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon.The play, which reimagines Shakespeare’s Hamlet through a contemporary, queer, black cultural lens, is currently playing at the Swan Theatre.Check out what Mickey-Jo thought of Fat Ham, its writing, themes, and performances in this full review...• 00:00 | introduction02:41 | overview05:45 | synopsis / Shakespeare11:16 | queer

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22:45

PADDINGTON the Musical announces its West End cast......

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/24

This week, the principal cast of Paddington the Musical was announced, with veteran West End stats joined by exciting newcomers.Amidst this announcement, there was one unanswered question, as the actor(s) who will portray Paddington Bear as well as the dedicated creative team bringing him to life are not going to be revealed until the show's first public performance...The brand new stage adaptation of the Michael Bond story and the STUDIOCANAL films will premiere at the Savoy Theatre in the West End

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25:16

Just For One Day (Shaftesbury Theatre, West End) -...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/22

Last month, Mickey-Jo had the privilege of attending the gala performance of JUST FOR ONE DAY at the Shaftesbury Theatre in the West End, in celebration of the 40th anniversary of Live Aid.Mickey-Jo first saw the show, which depicts the iconic simultaneous concerts in Wembley and Philadelphia, at the Old Vic Theatre where it premiered, whereupon he gave it a lukewarm review.He's thrilled to say that he believes the show is much stronger in its West End transfer, and with this full review Mickey-Jo

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21:44

The MUPPETS are going to Broadway! | Magic show to...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/22

It has been announced this week that THE MUPPETS are finally heading to Broadway.The newly announced production Rob Lake Magic With Special Guests The Muppets will play a limited run during the holiday season at the Broadhurst Theatre, and will feature the iconic characters alongside the acclaimed Illusionist.Check out today's theatre news recap to find out what Mickey-Jo thinks this could mean for the future of the Muppets on stage, and why he has mixed feelings about this news...•00:00 | intro /

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30:15

The Quasimodo casting controversy | On disability...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/21

In the past few weeks, a concert production of Disney's THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, taking place at the Prince Edward Theatre in London, has come under fire for its casting of the title character.Journalists commentators and advocates from the disabled community have spoken out against the decision to cast an able bodied actor as one of two performers sharing the role of Quasimodo.In this theatre news recap, Mickey-Jo is talking through some of the challenges faced by disabled actors and audience

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20:49

Brigadoon (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, London) -...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/19

The latest production of this summer's programming at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre is a long awaited revival of Lerner and Loewe's BRIGADOON.The new production of the show, in a new adaptation by Rona Munro, is directed by the venue's new artistic director Drew McOnie and stars Louis Gaunt and Danielle Fiamanya, as well as Georgina Onuorah, Cavan Clarke, and Nic Myers.Check out this new video review to find out what Mickey-Jo thought of the enchanting musical revival...•00:00 | introduction02:00 |

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19:40

Georgina Castle (Mean Girls, Mamma Mia, 9 to 5, Elf,...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/17

On June 22nd Mickey-Jo produced and hosted another evening of his regular Cabaret chat show, MickeyJoTheatre: LIVE! at the Phoenix Arts Club.One of his guests for the evening was one of the West End's most exciting new leading ladies, Georgina Castle. Recently seen as Regina George in the original West End cast of Mean Girls, Georgina will soon star in the brand new musical adaptation of 50 First Dates at the Other Palace Theatre.Check out their conversation about her exciting impending wedding to

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23:26

Make It Happen starring Sandy Grierson and Brian Cox...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/16

Earlier this month, amidst seeing 50 shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Mickey-Jo saw James Graham's new play MAKE IT HAPPEN at the Edinburgh International Festival.The play follows the expansion and downfall in the 2000s of the Royal Bank of Scotland and stars Sandy Grierson and Brian Cox.Check out this full review to find out what Mickey-Jo thought of the play...• 00:00 | introduction02:06 | synopsis / writing06:08 | performances10:02 | shortcoming15:16 | creative strengths19:33 | overall

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30:33

What's wrong with Billy Porter in CABARET? | The...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/15

After first playing the roles in the West End production, Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace have recently begun performances in the Broadway revival of CABARET as The Emcee and Sally Bowles.Since they joined the show at the August Wilson Theatre, replacing Orville Peck and Eva Noblezada, Billy Porter has become the focus of intense, widespread social media criticism both for his performance and comments he made about the role during press engagements.In this theatre drama recap I'm offering some

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6:55

Edinburgh Fringe 2025 Day 7 REVIEWS (Nerds, Level Up,...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/14

This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 7 reviews of:I'm Ready To Talk Now at Traverse Theatre (****)A Gambler's Guide to Dying at Traverse Theatre (****)Nerds at Underbelly Bristo Square (***)Level Up at Gilded Balloon Patter House (**)Ghost Light at Pleasance Courtyard (****)About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform,

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9:33

Edinburgh Fringe 2025 Day 6 REVIEWS (She's Behind...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/14

This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 6 reviews of:Consumed at Traverse Theatre (****)Don't Tell Dad About Diana at Underbelly Cowgate (*****)Down to Chance at Pleasance Courtyard (****)Rift at Traverse Theatre (**)Miles. at Summerhall (****)How To Win Against History at Underbelly George Square (***)She's Behind You at Traverse Theatre (*****) About Mickey-Jo:As one

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12:32

Edinburgh Fringe 2025 Day 5 REVIEWS (Hole!,...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/14

This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 5 reviews of:Lost Lear at Traverse Theatre (*****)Ordinary Decent Criminal at Summerhall (*****)NIUSIA at Summerhall (****)SKYE: a thriller at Summerhall (****)The Unstoppable Rise of Ben Manager at Pleasance Courtyard (***)Jackie!!! at Gilded Balloon Patter House (**)Hole! at Underbelly Cowgate (*****)Midnight at the Palace at

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12:34

Edinburgh Fringe 2025 Day 4 REVIEWS (Orpheus, The...

MickeyJoTheatre ·

2025/08/14

This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 4 reviews of:The Beautiful Future is Coming at Traverse Theatre (****)#Charlottesville at Pleasance Courtyard (**)God is Dead and I Killed Him at Pleasance Courtyard (***)The Great Gummy Bear War at ZOO Playground (****)Standing in the Shadows of Giants at Traverse Theatre (****)Motorhome Marilyn at Gilded Balloon Patter House

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