Laugh, Cry and Sing on The West End
The West End in London is well known for its mix of hit musicals and plays and has thousands of people flocking its theatres every year. Whether you are looking for comedy, tragedy, sing alongs or something for the family, the West End has it all.
Fancy a Giggle?
The Book of Mormon can be found at the Prince of Wales Theatre, just a short trip from the Park Grand Paddington Court Hotel, and is a huge success on the West End due to its religious satirical themes, hilarious content and having been created by the creators of the smash-hit tv series South Park. The story is of two young Mormon men who travel to Uganda to spread the teachings of the Book of Mormon, however, due to their naivety and lack of life experience, they cannot engage with the local people who are more concerned with poverty, famine and AIDS. The lack of understanding and naivety makes way for some hilarious scenarios as well as allowing some thought to the underlying serious themes; it is funny, clever and will bring a smile to your face.
Classic West End Shows
The beauty of the West End is that you can get tickets to the shows included in certain Romantic Stay Packages in London hotels so you can enjoy really enjoy your getaway. You can choose from her Majesty’s Theatre where you will find The Phantom of the Opera; a masked figure that strikes fear into the hearts of all thespians. Opened in 1986, this Andrew Lloyd Webber’s spectacle has seen many famous names take on this prestigious role, including Michael Crawford and Alfie Boe, and has graced over 140 million people with its music. Its stage presence is astounding, and its special effects are captivating; from the giant chandelier to its incredible costumes and misty canal underneath the Paris Opera House.
Played in over 43 countries, seen by over 70 million people over 30 years, Les Miserables is another choice and has astounded audiences for over 30 years. It is a story of passion, determination, courage, strength, love and loss and, with songs such as “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Stars,” and “Bring Him Home” it will capture your heart and leave you with incredible lasting memories.
Before the Wizard and Dorothy, there were the witches; Glinda and Ephaba, one who was beautiful and extremely popular and one with green skin who was pushed out for being different. Wicked is the prequel to The Wizard of Oz and tells the story of how the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the East came to be. This musical has become a sensation around the world, with many people relating to both Glinda and Elphaba’s trials and tribulations and the incredible musical numbers including “Popular,” “For Good” and the astounding hit “Defying Gravity.” It has won many prestigious awards and continues to be a firm favourite with musical lovers around the world.