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On June 22nd Mickey-Jo produced and hosted another evening of his regular Cabaret chat show, MickeyJoTheatre: LIVE! at the Phoenix Arts Club.
One of his guests for the evening was one of the West End's most exciting new leading ladies, Georgina Castle. Recently seen as Regina George in the original West End cast of Mean Girls, Georgina will soon star in the brand new musical adaptation of 50 First Dates at the Other Palace Theatre.
Check out their conversation about her exciting impending wedding to former Elf co-star Simon Lipkin, her life-imitates-art hen party in the style of Mamma Mia!, working with Tina Fey on Mean Girls, and even her enduring feelings about being part of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella.
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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Earlier this month, amidst seeing 50 shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Mickey-Jo saw James Graham's new play MAKE IT HAPPEN at the Edinburgh International Festival.
The play follows the expansion and downfall in the 2000s of the Royal Bank of Scotland and stars Sandy Grierson and Brian Cox.
Check out this full review to find out what Mickey-Jo thought of the play...
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00:00 | introduction
02:06 | synopsis / writing
06:08 | performances
10:02 | shortcoming
15:16 | creative strengths
19:33 | overall framing
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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After first playing the roles in the West End production, Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace have recently begun performances in the Broadway revival of CABARET as The Emcee and Sally Bowles.
Since they joined the show at the August Wilson Theatre, replacing Orville Peck and Eva Noblezada, Billy Porter has become the focus of intense, widespread social media criticism both for his performance and comments he made about the role during press engagements.
In this theatre drama recap I'm offering some insights into the ways in which Billy's performance varies from his predecessors and considering bigger questions about what it means to responsibly review.
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00:00 | introduction
03:33 | backstory / context
12:01 | the Billy Porter backlash
23:29 | the implications of race
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 7 reviews of:
I'm Ready To Talk Now at Traverse Theatre (****)
A Gambler's Guide to Dying at Traverse Theatre (****)
Nerds at Underbelly Bristo Square (***)
Level Up at Gilded Balloon Patter House (**)
Ghost Light at Pleasance Courtyard (****)
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 6 reviews of:
Consumed at Traverse Theatre (****)
Don't Tell Dad About Diana at Underbelly Cowgate (*****)
Down to Chance at Pleasance Courtyard (****)
Rift at Traverse Theatre (**)
Miles. at Summerhall (****)
How To Win Against History at Underbelly George Square (***)
She's Behind You at Traverse Theatre (*****)
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 5 reviews of:
Lost Lear at Traverse Theatre (*****)
Ordinary Decent Criminal at Summerhall (*****)
NIUSIA at Summerhall (****)
SKYE: a thriller at Summerhall (****)
The Unstoppable Rise of Ben Manager at Pleasance Courtyard (***)
Jackie!!! at Gilded Balloon Patter House (**)
Hole! at Underbelly Cowgate (*****)
Midnight at the Palace at Gilded Balloon Patter House (***)
Sense: a Musical about Dementia at theSpace Triplex (***)
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 4 reviews of:
The Beautiful Future is Coming at Traverse Theatre (****)
#Charlottesville at Pleasance Courtyard (**)
God is Dead and I Killed Him at Pleasance Courtyard (***)
The Great Gummy Bear War at ZOO Playground (****)
Standing in the Shadows of Giants at Traverse Theatre (****)
Motorhome Marilyn at Gilded Balloon Patter House (**)
Falling in Love with Mr Dellamort at C Arts Aquila (***)
Orpheus at Summerhall (*****)
Stamptown at Pleasance Courtyard (****)
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Check out Mickey-Jo's reviews for:
Sped Kid at theSpace @ Surgeon's Hall (****)
Much Ado About Pirates at theSpace @ Niddry St
Alone at Assembly George Square (****)
Altar at Underbelly George Square (***)
Lady Macbeth played Wing Defence at Assembly George Square Studios (**)
The Monkeypox Gospel at Underbelly Cowgate (***)
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh to see as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 2 reviews of:
Whale, Where Are You Going? at Assembly Roxy (****)
The Truman Capote Talk Show at Pleasance Courtyard (***)
Spy Movie The Play at Pleasance Courtyard (****)
Hot Mess at Pleasance Courtyard (****)
The Fit Prince... at Pleasance Courtyard (****)
The World's Greatest Lover at Pleasance Courtyard (**)
Little Squirt at Gilded Balloon Appleton Tower (****)
Paldem at Summerhall (****)
I Was A Teenage She-Devil at The Space @ Niddry Street (**)
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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This August, Mickey-Jo once again returned to Edinburgh seeing as much theatre as possible at the annual, world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Check out Mickey-Jo's Day 1 reviews of:
The Uncrackable Case at Pleasance Courtyard (***)
Ohio at Assembly Roxy (*****)
Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares at Underbelly Bristo Square (****)
Footballers' Wives the Musical at Assembly Rooms (***)
Club NVRLND at Assembly Checkpoint (****)
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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In an interview with Variety, Andrew Lloyd Webber has shared insights into the latest, hugely successful chapter of his theatrical career.
With the announcement that 'Cats: the Jellicle Ball' is Broadway bound, and the Phantom of the Opera is back in New York with the immersive off-Broadway 'Masquerade', Andrew's focus now turns to Evita and his upcoming new musical The Illusionist.
So, why is Jamie Lloyd now said to be no longer attached to the composer's next show, and when exactly can we expect to see Evita on Broadway?
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00:00 | introduction
03:11 | struggles / success
11:32 | business re-brand
18:20 | Evita and Jamie Lloyd
27:59 | Broadway challenges
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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Ahead of a day of tech rehearsal, Mickey-Jo sat down with West End star Jordan Luke Gage, who is about to open in the new musical Saving Mozart at the Other Palace Theatre in London.
They chatted about his most recent stage roles, including as part of the original West End casts of Bonnie & Clyde and Titanique as well as his breakthrough performances in Bat Out of Hell and the original cast of & Juliet.
Check out what Jordan calls his most challenging role, why he's enjoying his villain era, and what inspired him to start writing his own original musical, 'Redcliffe, as well as what audiences can expect from Saving Mozart...
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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A few months ago, I attended BEAM - a biannual, two day conference platforming new British musical theatre writing.
Over two days at Birmingham Hippodrome, 28 different new musicals were pitched to producers, theatremakers and other industry professionals.
Previously pitched musicals include Operation Mincemeat and Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York).
In this special recap vlog, Mickey-Jo is taking you briefly inside the conference as well as sharing some short insights into each show that was presented there!
00:00 | introduction
01:31 | BEAM day 1
19:10 | BEAM day 2
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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When Mickey-Jo was in the US last month, he saw two new musicals making their North American regional premiere - both of which started life in the UK.
These shows were Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) at the American Repertory Theatre in Massachusetts and 42 Balloons at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater in Illinois.
As well as reviewing both productions, Mickey-Jo is pondering the possibility that either might make it to Broadway and whether the next hit musical will be a British-written one.
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00:00 | introduction
02:22 | Two Strangers
09:25 | more on Two Strangers
16:23 | 42 Balloons
24:44 | more on 42 balloons
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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Just one day before making her Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut, stage star Laura Benanti took a moment to chat with Mickey-Jo about her self-penned solo show and her new perspective on Broadway.
The Tony Award winning actress will perform in "Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares" this summer in Edinburgh, before bringing the show to London's Underbelly Boulevard for two performances in early September.
Check out the full interview to find out which Sondheim roles Laura would still love to tick off, which legendary composer was the most intimidating to perform in front of and what she's looking forward to about Fringe...
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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Last week, Mickey-Jo headed to the National Theatre in London to see one of this year's most anticipated new productions - Inter Alia starring Rosamund Pike.
From the team that brought West End and Broadway audiences PRIMA FACIE (playwright Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin) comes this new collaboration depicting a judge trying to balance her important and demanding work within the legal system with an increasingly strenuous home life as a wife and mother. As it progresses, the play poses challenging moral questions as these two key aspects of our protagonist's identity are forced into conflict.
Check out the full review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this play, and to find out why he had such a strong emotional reaction to it...
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00:00 | introduction
01:38 | context / overview
07:50 | performance / impact
12:29 | the writing (spoilers)
18:03 | direction (spoilers)
23:21 | highlight (spoilers)
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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Which shows are you most looking forward to on Broadway this season?
With several plays and musicals already announced for the 2025 - 2026 Broadway season, Mickey-Jo is, for the first time, sharing his thoughts about these upcoming productions.
From The Lost Boys and The Queen of Versailles to Oedipus and Waiting for Godot, here are Mickey-Jo's (way too early) picks for this next year's top tickets!
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00:00 | introduction
02:52 | new plays
13:40 | new musicals
22:26 | play revivals
30:48 | musical revivals
40:35 | final thoughts
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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When BURLESQUE the musical opened at the Savoy Theatre in the West End this month, it received a huge variety of critical responses, from 5 star raves to 1 star pans in major outlets.
In this review roundup, Mickey-Jo is reading from a selection of reviews as well as sharing his own insights about the show.
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00:00 | introduction
02:47 | The Guardian ★★★★★
09:17 | The Telegraph ★★★★
15:18 | The Stage / The Times ★★★
21:35 | WhatsOnStage ★★★
29:31 | Express ★★
35:16 | Daily Mail ★
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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It was announced yesterday that the West End production of MJ the musical, which follows a pivotal moment in the life and career of Michael Jackson will close in early 2026.
The show will, by the end of its run, have played just under 2 years at the Prince Edward Theatre in London, while the musical continues to run at the Neil Simon Theatre on Broadway.
In this theatre news recap, Mickey-Jo is sharing some insights into why MJ is closing (in contrast to its ongoing Broadway success) as well as which fan favourite Broadway musicals may be the next to play at the venue...
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00:00 | introduction
02:39 | when is MJ closing?
09:09 | why is it closing?
18:27 | what's coming next?
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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Mickey-Jo recently sat down to chat with Jamie Muscato, the West End leading man currently starring as Jay Gatsby in THE GREAT GATSBY at the London Coliseum.
The actor has previously wowed audiences in Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 (for which he was nominated for an Olivier Award), Moulin Rouge, and the original West End cast of Heathers.
They talked about wearing three piece suits in a heatwave, the roles he'd love to revisit as well as the one he isn't ready to play yet...
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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