Starlight Express

Synopsis

The theatre is completely transformed as Rusty (the shy steam engine) races against Greaseball (the flashy diesel locomotive) to win the love of the most beautiful carriage in town, Pearl. Fuses state of the art technology, electrifying songs and music,dazzling sets and costumes. Two hours of speed, spectacle, excitement and energy!

Our Review:

Veronica Crowley - 29 November 2012

A little boy’s dream of toy train antics during the night, whilst he sleeps, is the basis for this phenomenal production originally written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Richard Stilgoe in the 1980’s.

Much of its original score has been re-arranged, re-orchestrated or entirely re-written but Arlene Philips who both directs and choreographs this high energy piece of theatre stays true to the original concept, whilst developing modern psychedelic and exhilarating special effects.

Despite the relatively small stage space the skating is innovative and breath-taking. The action is slick and seamless, a feast of electrifying vitality throughout. The small orchestra, led by David Rose executes both powerful and poignant non-stop musical numbers superbly. The opening chorus of Act 1 and the closing chorus of Act 2 rock the theatre, whilst the interspersed romantic solos soften the mood.

The audience ranges from 9 to 90 and all are totally transfixed by the turbo charged ...

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