Munster Express Online

The magic of the great musicals makes a return visit to the beautifully restored Theatre Royal, Waterford on Wednesday 21st October bringing the glitz and the glamour from the West End stage and the bright lights of Broadway. This electric production of musical showstoppers has been voted one of the best touring shows by Theatre Managers from all around the UK. From the poignant ‘All I Ask Of You’ to the dramatic ‘Do You Hear The People Sing’ Mad About’s talented ensemble conjure stunning, high quality performances, which evoke the true spirit of the West End. ‘Mad About The Musicals’ will provide a two-hour extravaganza of unforgettable musical numbers allowing you to enjoy the great moments of the classic shows in one evening complete with west end singers, top notch dancing, spectacular lighting and glitzy costumes bringing a pure slice of entertainment. Transporting you on a whistle stop tour into the heart of London’s theatre land the show contains over 20 of your favourite musicals such as ‘Les Miserables’, ‘Phantom Of The Opera’, ‘Miss Saigon’, ‘Sunset Boulevard’, ‘Chicago’, ‘Joseph’, ‘Oliver’, ‘Starlight Express’ ’and many more musical classics.

The timeless melodies and unforgettable lyrics of some of the best-loved songwriters like Andrew Lloyd Webber, Tim Rice, Alan Boubil and Claude-Michael Schonberg are brought together with the stunning vocal talents of a cast of five singers Gemma Maclean, Alan Bowles, Charlotte Gibson, Daniel Whitley and Kerry O’Dowd.

Joining this West End cast are 24 children from the a local dance school in Waterford. They will be taking part in two sections of the show and have been busy rehearsing for the past month. The additional ingredient that will make this show a night to remember is the hilarious comedy that runs throughout the performance. Hailed as ‘An outstanding show’ by The Stage Newspaper, and ‘the very best show of its kind’ by Encore Magazine – this is one not to miss!

Tickets are €26 / €24 concession, the show starts at 8pm and bookings can be made online at www.theatreroyal.ie or by ringing the box office on 051 874402.