By Guest Reviewer- Christine Davidson It is always a pleasure to come and review a production at Witham. With a great front of house you feel welcome the moment you walk through the doors. This Spring they chose Jesus Christ Superstar by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Originally introduced as a Concept Album, it opened in Broadway in 1971 and in the West End in 1972. The story is mostly narrated by Judas – the fabulous Michael Bardo who I have seen many times before. With

Guest Reviewer: Abigail Robinson Sister Act  is one of those classic musicals everyone knows and loves, especially thanks to the classic1992 Film. It’s got a feel-good story and brilliant music by Alan Menken  (the genius behind Aladdin , Beauty and the Beast , The Little Mermaid , Pocahontas , and Newsies ), so there’s loads to enjoy from the start. Taking on the role of Deloris Van Cartier — made famous by Whoopi Goldberg — is no small task, but Grace Ward really throws her

The opening number, Radio Ga Ga, was delivered with style and precision. The clean aesthetic of the white costumes, combined with simple yet effective choreography, created a slick and engaging start that set the tone for the evening.

by Guest Reviewer - Christine Davidson If you want somewhere to take the children this half term then this fantastic production is for you. Director Nikki Mundell-Poole and Musical Director Emma Nash have yet again given the audience an absolutely wonderful show. This production was a feast for the eyes.  First a very clever set. A backdrop of the castle with arch windows and in the centre a book which opened to show each scene. Incredibly clever, leaving a clear stage for th

Based on the much-loved 2009 film, Nativity! The Musical brings to life the heart-warming and hilariously chaotic story of Mr. Maddens, a down-on-his-luck primary school teacher, who finds himself promising Hollywood fame for his class’s school nativity.