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Latest reviews
★★★★★
“Michael Dore - a ‘singer’s singer’- is a treat to listen to, his presentation flawless, he has charm, warmth, audience rapport, and his set selection is a joy”
★★★★★
"Under Chris Poon’s baton, Shanay Holmes delivered a five-star performance backed by outstanding arrangements in contemporary takes on beloved musical theatre songs, she looked good, and sounded good, in a superb concert debut."
★★★☆☆
“This is a work in progress; it has merit but has yet to reach the bold reimagining it tries to be”
★★★★☆
"A brilliantly entertaining evening where the impossible feels entirely possible. Don't miss it."
★★★★★
"There is simply nothing else quite like Hot Ice anywhere in the world. This landmark 90th edition is a glorious celebration of creativity, talent and spectacle, proving once again why Blackpool remains the home of one of the finest ice shows ever created. If you have the chance to experience it, don't miss it—it is truly something extraordinary."
★★★★☆
“a difficult watch, but the virtuosic performance of Wilkinson Wright in Louw’s absorbing and engrossing drama, make it is a ‘must see’”
★★★★★
"an unforgettable evening of theatre that entertains, devastates and quietly asks us to consider what happens when prejudice is allowed to flourish"