42nd Street - A New Production - London & Tour

Wow, most of the West End cast too (with the exception of Les Dennis, who I suspect is booked for panto). They have the staircase in the photos, so they may even be shipping that over to Toronto.

It's a bit too far for me to travel though, much as I'd like to see that cast again.

Les is also doing Strictly this year so in theory could be in it until December

I wow I’ve just looked and she is! And Josefina!

Saw the matinee today in Woking and had no idea who was playing any of the roles, other than thinking (rightly, when I checked afterwards) I recognised Michael Praed. I'd heard Les Dennis's name mentioned, too, and see now that he is listed but either he was off or unrecognisable. (He does get about as it doesn't seem long since he was praised for the revival of Spring and Port Wine, which I'd have loved to see.) I had nothing to compare this with, not having seen it on earlier tour dates and/or with different actors; only once, some years ago in London, when it made no great impression on me. This meant I was able to enjoy it for what it was and not feel short-changed by the number of dancers or cast changes and it certainly seemed to go down well. However, I don't think I'd ever want to see a 3rd version as it really is a song and dance show with a predictable plot and basic characterisation and fine for a change, but I find plays more satisfying with their dialogue and interaction - I did find my mind wandering at times as though there's always something to look at, there's nothing to engage with mentally.

Received an ATG email today that the Wimbledon part of the tour has been cancelled (18-23 March). Offered a credit voucher instead. Disappeared entirely from the ATG New Wimbledon Theatre page!

That’s a shame. The tour so far seemed to be selling well without a lot of discounting, unless I’m missing something.

Yep! Edinburgh Playhouse stop also cancelled.

Birmingham Hippodrome performances next April/May also cancelled, so presume the whole tour cancelled. I've been offered credit which lasts for two years.

I doubt Les Dennis is that much of a draw.

Maybe they've secured a west end transfer, or a transfer elsewhere that could be more profitable

Enjoyed this this afternoon, but we all felt it dragged at times and even by old musical standards, there really wasn't much of a plot to move things along.

That said the cast are excellent and the tap is outstanding. Clever use of projections and great costumes and set design.

No staircase at all was a little disappointing. I thought there was a smaller one for this production.

Saw this yesterday afternoon in Newcastle. No understudies on and it was lovely to see Michael Praed as he wasn’t originally listed for Newcastle. Really enjoyed the whole show. The tap dancing was fabulous. Nicole-Lily Maxwell really is the star of the show. Could easily see this wonderful show again. An easy 4 stars from me.

I think they’ve got confused. Someone has the surname Maxwell in the cast I think and it’s not Nicole LB

I saw this again last night - I go to adult tap classes and my teacher arranged a group trip for us. There were 20 of us in total and we all really enjoyed it. We were trying to recognise some of the steps. We were sat in the Upper Circle, which was a change for me having previously seen the show in the stalls, but we got a great view of the dancing.

Watched this last night at the Opera House in Manchester.
Show started 35/40 minutes late, not sure why but there's not much room in the lobby and bar areas at the Opera House for everyone waiting! Made for a late night.
I really enjoyed the show, the tap dancing was fantastic, I've not seen the show before or much in this genre but I loved it.
Sam Lips and Nicole-Lily Baisden were great to watch and the costumes were lovely.