Mile High - a Musical

Synopsis

It's as if a bit of the Mediterranean sun and sea (and the other one) has been transported to London especially to shed new light on the thrills of international travel, package holidays and modern gender politics. Icarus Royal Airlines will 'get you there' - and deliver a full complement of comedy and songs - in less time than it takes to fly to Corfu. Or you might want to fly with the glamorous trolley dollies of Fantasy Airlines, knowing you're in good hands and your luggage is in Beirut. So come on an emotional journey with Chief Flight Attendant 'Richi' Richenda as she attempts to "supersede the limitations that stereotyping has put on the roles of women in the aviation industry" while fighting off all the men in her life!

Our Review:

7 March 2013

There is no doubt that airline environments are interesting: meeting new faces each day; a plethora of destinations to go to; so the concept is a platform for a potentially intriguing and highly entertaining show. Set around the sunny Mediterranean Islands we see Icarus Royal Airlines flight attendant Richenda Spierings’ journey in finding love and attempting to become a pilot. Supported by her chief trolley-dolly Taylor, this comedic show illustrates the rivalry between airlines and the pressure this low budget airline faces from the upmarket and classy Fantasy Airlines.

The show definitely does not breathe sun and unfortunately I was left somewhat disappointed. The acting is consistent with stand out performances from Jessica Sherman (Richenda), Ralph Bogard (Taylor) and Anne Smith (Olivia/News Reporter) and the vocals are on point but the cast are let down by the set and sound design.

Low budget airline feel definitely comes across in the productio...

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