Billy Elliot: The Musical

See it if you'd enjoy a family-oriented show. Heart-breaking yet glorious. Some numbers were magically choreographed, & E John's music is magnificent.

Don't see it if you don't like movies turned into musicals, or are married to the movie. Trust, it WORKS. Lee Hall's lyrics will break your heart, lovingly.

See it if If you enjoy great dancing and wonderful performances.

Don't see it if If you want a truly deep story where all the songs are relevant and further plot/character.

See it if you want to be moved and entertained.

Don't see it if you don't like a talented cast and a wonderful script and score.

See it if you love the movie. want to see a brilliant story of family and community and following ones dreams.

Don't see it if you are obsessed with masculinity. Do not like singing and dancing.

See it if you care about fulfilling dreams in a realistic setting. Moving, emotional, loved the tunes & the boy who played Billy.

Don't see it if you can't suspend a little disbelief for a few hours.

See it if Adorable and great show

Don't see it if No reason not to see it

See it if you like spectacular dancing (ballet style) in an epic style show, which is original, moving, and very smart

Don't see it if you only like comedies or don't enjoy original, intelligent, and beautifully staged shows.

See it if you love dance and want to experience a truly heartfelt story.

Don't see it if you don't appreciate big dance numbers or want to hear harsh language used.

See it if you want to be blown away by dancing- absolutely amazing!

Don't see it if you want to see a show that's more focused on singing

See it if If you love a Rocky, rising like a phoenix story, with adorable children and a moving story. You'll tap you feet and cheer for Billy.

Don't see it if You have no soul:-) Or dislike Elton John or child actors.

See it if For any of the "Billys." Dance heavy role is so intense they cast 3 at a time. Easily the star. Good introduction to the Miners strike too.

Don't see it if You struggle with Northern British accents, know the movie too well, insist on memorable songs save one. Best for a lovely night out.

See it if you have a heart / you liked the movie / you are looking for a touching coming-of-age story

Don't see it if you dislike big dance numbers / you hate British accents

See it if you are looking for a family friendly musical with a heartfelt story & wonderful dance numbers

Don't see it if You are not a fan of the movie or if you do not care for family dramas, coming of age stories.

See it if You really loved the movie and enjoy the predictability of shows like this.

Don't see it if You need something new and above the already cliched movie.

See it if You liked Kinky Boots and like stories about working class Brits learning to accept boys/men who engage in behaviors thought to be feminine.

Don't see it if You loved the movie, which is better. Elton's score is disappointing and lacks memorable songs.

See it if you love the movie. It's a great adaptation with a great score, choreography and performances!

Don't see it if inspiring stories about a small town boy following his dreams leaves you cold.

See it if Love elton john music.

Don't see it if Can be slightly cliched at times, but it's done well.

See it if You like epic musicals. Far reaching story of British coal miners strike, Margret Thatcher and ballet. A boy fights for a life he wants.

Don't see it if You have no feelings for unions and workers, children's struggles to find themselves in alien environments.

See it if You want to see what the hype is all about and appreciate West End transfers

Don't see it if You want a musical with a strong book and score

See it if You're interested in more thought-provoking, important family fare.

Don't see it if You dislike most British-accented musicals.

See it if Love dance sequences. Especially child driven dance sequences. Have kids with you. Looking for a standard feel good show.

Don't see it if You want something with more depth or feeling. Want to see a realistic show. Don't enjoy children singing. Want something original

See it if you're a dancer or a dreamer. Billy's scenes are light & fun against the darker setting, and the child actors are wonderful!

Don't see it if you're not able to follow accents & you know little about the miner's strike. The strike plays a larger role than in the film

See it if You love dance and fantastic talent. This show will make you laugh and cry. Beautiful is the only word to describe it

Don't see it if N/A

See it if you love a great score, story, dancing and cast.

Don't see it if you don't appreciate dance

See it if you enjoy watching or learning about dancing; you love kids

Don't see it if you don't enjoy pieces centered around children; you want something purely happy without any hardship