I went to review Fame on tour last night for the third time. I have never gone wild for the show and it amazes me that it is still going. Although I have to say, the current touring cast including Musicality’s Debralee Wells are all superb. The audience went wild for the show and the Opera House in Manchester was packed to the rafters. As the show heads for the West End again, you almost feel that it is completely critic proof. On our discussion board at the moment Bess has led a thread on panned shows and users are invited to list shows that survived a critical backlash. It has got me thinking; what is the secret to the success of Fame? The show is based loosely on the film and TV show – so there is nostalgic value. But what else? The songs are at times- laughable and many of the dance scenes look like an exercise video in their execution. Granted this touring version has Abi Finley from the hit Maria reality show. It also has Hollie and Darrien from Strictly Dance Fever in the ensemble. But, why has it lasted 10 years? Answers on a postcard please.

If anyone has seen Fame and loved it, please feel free to add your comments- as I never thought it would last forever!

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