"The most damning indictment of the material is that it lacks sophistication throughout and critically there is little with which to form any kind of emotional connection."
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"Zinnie Harris’ musical adaption of the 1956 Dodie Smith novel is energetic and fast-paced, if a little chaotic. ... Despite its flaws, this is still an enjoyable show – for kids and adults alike. On a summer evening, it makes for paw-some (sorry) fun."
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"Woof from a show not yet quite there but giving off every sign of continued life with a bit of care and grooming. After all, if cats can have nine lives, don't these Dalmatians deserve at least one more?"
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"Lots of positives, then, but as a whole, it feels pretty all over the shop. "
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"This puppyish, puppet-led musical based on Dodie Smith’s spotty dog story wins you over with sheer dazzle and bonkers invention."
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"This adaptation is all bark and no bite."
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"Traditionalists shouldn’t be too alarmed. ... Composer-lyricist Douglas Hodge and book writer Johnny McKnight serve up a sugar-and-spice confection — based on a stage adaptation by Zinnie Harris — which ought to appeal to adults and children alike."
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"This family musical, adapted by Zinnie Harris, has form to live up to. It comes with lots of puppyish enthusiasm and Toby Olié’s adorable puppets, but it does not quite manage to melt our hearts in the way of its forebears."
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