This was a once in a lifetime experience. Elena Roger was Piaf. Her voice echoed post war France exactly. 'Little Jimmy Brown' still haunts me. An Oliver for Elena. She sets the standard now. - Robert
25 Jan 09
I have mixed feelings about Piaf. I enjoyed Elena Roger's larger-than-life performance and she does the whole 'monstre sacre' thing extremely well but Pam Gems doesn't give us enough of an insight into the rags-to-riches rise to fame. It asserts that Piaf is a legend and then sets about destroying her with an almost mascochist delight. She may have been vulgar, promiscuous and addicted to drink and drugs but she also had an enormous heart and that doesn't come across in this musical play. A pity because I thought the staging, particularly the lighting, was very impressive. However, Elena's singing was fantastic and she is definitely a major West End star. - DJ
16 Jan 09
I have never been so impressed by a performance such as Elena Roger's. A captivating performance, so strong and convincing. Thank goodness there was no interval to break the spell she had us all under. I'm not one for standing ovations but it was a natural reaction to get to one's feet and show appreciation for such a fantastic show. - Sue
14 Jan 09
At the end of the final song I had to gasp for breath to stop myself from crying - I have never been so moved by a threatrical performance before. It deserved its standing ovation. - VC
07 Jan 09
This is simply beautiful. Fantastic lights, sterling, sexy cast, lovely ideas of the story of Piaf. You will be amazed. Brilliant theatre! - Nicky
03 Jan 09
Fantastic! Elena Roger is the BEST.
The show has lost a little of its punch in the Pros. theatre but the production and performances are as good or better than ever. Class. - joesmith
23 Dec 08
We have just returned home after seeing one of the few afternoon performances of Piaf, Elena Rogers was just amazing, for us she really was 'Edith'. Don't miss it - so glad we made the 'trek' from the 'sticks'!! Elena must be up for an award for this - stunning, brilliant and unforgettable! - Liz B
17 Dec 08
I have never seen a performer so suited to a role as Elena Roger in Piaf. She is the embodiment of Piaf herself and deserves every accolade that London can throw at her for this truly amazing performance. I will be astonished if she doesn't get the Olivier. All I can say is go and see it or risk missing one of the greatest theatrical performances of all time. - ML
08 Nov 08
We had not seen the show before and were bowled over by the performance of all the actors (and actresses!)The production was absolutely right for a one act. The changes of scenes were so slick as were costume changes, no applause lent to the continuity of the story. Well done everyone. We spoke to several of the performers in the bar afterwards and what delightful people they are. One of the best social events, and we have attended quite a few. - Margaret and Peter Lines
07 Nov 08
I LIKE COUNTLESS OTHERS LOVE THE ORIGINAL EDITH PIAF,BUT ELENA ROGERS IS SUPERB.A DEFINITE AWARD WINNER - STEVE HURRELL
29 Oct 08
Why did it change from 5 star to 3? - Steve
28 Oct 08
I wasn't expecting to see such an amazing performance. Elena Roger's mannerisms and voice are exactly how I remember seeing pictures and video clips of Piaf. Her performance is superb.
The actual production is also excellent with the decaying theatre proscenium dominating the stage and the short sharp scenes merging seemlessly into each other like a movie. Having never seen the show before I can't compare it to anything, but I have no idea what they would fill another hour with. The 90 minutes seems perfect to me. - Steve
28 Oct 08
Nothing lost from the superb Donmar production. Still astonishing with ER on fine form. A worthy transfer. - Ed
22 Oct 08
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